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Derlene M.

4.9 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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Derlene M.

4.9 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

CA$23 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Derlene has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
35 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

I love the way pets show their love

I grew up on a farm so I have taken care of a variety of animals. I love the way they show their very own personalities.

Qualifications

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I make sure your pets stay on their own feeding abd exercising schedule, to keep them happy and at peace in their own familiar home.

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
8 ratings
Evelyn C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 19, 2026

This lady is awesome. I've used her for over 10 years before she was on Rover. Went to Europe recently and asked her if she wanted to get some plants for the yard, how nice to come home to flowers! Also bathed Harley and took care of a skin issue.

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Jesika M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 11, 2026

Derlene was awesome. Good communication, Cash was happy!

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Peter K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 27, 2026

Darlene is great at what she does. She has taken care of our home and pets twice now, and we love her. She updates us as needed. She takes care of the place and leaves no foot print. We are so lucky too have known her, and will continue to hire her services. Our dogs love her.

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Cindy B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 11, 2026

Derlene stayed at our home to care for Race and Max, and we could not have asked for a better experience. Leaving your dogs and your home in someone else’s hands is a big deal, but she handled both with professionalism and genuine care. She is calm, attentive, and truly in tune with each dog’s personality. Race can be particular and Max has his own rhythm, and she managed both of them with patience and confidence. She did not just provide basic care. She kept them on their routine, spent quality time with them, and made sure they felt secure in their own space. Communication was consistent and reassuring. We always knew how things were going, which gave us real peace of mind while we were away. When we returned home, both dogs were happy, relaxed, and clearly well looked after. Our home was also spotless and respected. If you are looking for someone trustworthy, responsible, and genuinely great with dogs, Derlene is an excellent choice. We would absolutely have her stay with Race and Max again.

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Ian W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 27, 2025

Came home to a happy zack. Its all I wanted. We'll use Derlene again. Trust is huge for me, and I trust her.

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Ian W.
4.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 16, 2025

Zack seemed happy, and that's what was important to me.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I have an open schedule, so i can spend a lot of time with your fur babies. Making sure they are well looked after and loved.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Derlene can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your pets have any special needs, so i can make sure I accommodate them with the least amount of stress
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.