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Donna S.

Penfield, NY

5 out of 5.0 stars
9 reviews
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I’ll love them like my own

Pet care experience

I am a 35 year old mother to one human baby and one fur baby currently :) looking to earn some extra cash to pay off some debt, get some exercise and help out pet owners all at the same time. My dogs name is Josie she is 8(ish) year old Australian Shepard. She is a mamas girl, but I wouldn’t have it any other way! Prior to Josie I had a Greyhound who has since passed from bone cancer (Cooper). We rescued him from a race track. I have experience with providing medications to animals in addition to the walking and drop in sessions. Would like to have another dog or two, but waiting until we have a bigger home/yard to add more animals. Until then I can love on yours! I am currently freelance worked so my schedule is flexible. I choose the hours I work which makes this line of work ideal for me. I care for the pets I service as if they are my own. Respecting the home I am in is important, that is what I would want if someone was in my home and taking care of my pets.

Reviews

Amy V.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 23, 2025
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Donna truly understands cats: it's obvious, and my cat Sisu loved her the minute he met her. I came home to happy loving beast, very tidy feeding area, clean cat-box. I have a feeling Donna spent plenty of time cuddling Sisu -- he's usually a lot more antsy when I get home from a trip. Would recommend Donna with my whole heart, and if she's available, request her again. Sisu would be glad to see her as well. If you're looking for super-cat-whisperer, it's Donna. She also, very kindly, brought in the mail.

David E.
House Sitting • Jul 07, 2025
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We would give Donna more stars if we could. We were out of town when our current sitter couldn’t complete her commitment. We were panicked and reached out to several providers. Donna was the first to respond and was at the house in less than an hour of our first contact. She was very flexible, reliable, and caring. She sent us regular pictures and videos of our pets, which definitely put us at ease. We would definitely love to work with her again and would recommend you do as well.

Hayley & Kyle S.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 17, 2022
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Donna was great! She sent many pictures and gave great updates on our cat while we were away. We would absolutely book with her again!

Grant W.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 03, 2021
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Donna is great with our dogs and is very flexible with her schedule. She is punctual with her visit and always gives us peace of mind when we have to be away from our dogs for the day. Thank you Donna!

About Donna S.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I work with the client to make sure I follow their directions and requests. I communicate with them and make sure I ask questions if needed. Transparency is key.

Information Donna S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any special needs before my arrival. Any additional information about your pets and home will make the job easier for myself and your pet!

A typical day

Typically I take dogs on walks around their neighborhood. I want to make sure the animal is comfortable with its surrounds. Once I have their trust then we can go on fun adventures if allowed.

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$18per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$18per walk

Donna can watch in your home

Cats

Availability

I work in a school and have the summer off. It makes it perfect for the flexibility of rover and earning extra money and still having time for myself and family.

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About Donna S.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I work with the client to make sure I follow their directions and requests. I communicate with them and make sure I ask questions if needed. Transparency is key.

Information Donna S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any special needs before my arrival. Any additional information about your pets and home will make the job easier for myself and your pet!

A typical day

Typically I take dogs on walks around their neighborhood. I want to make sure the animal is comfortable with its surrounds. Once I have their trust then we can go on fun adventures if allowed.

Location

Penfield, NY

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Pets

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Donna S.

Penfield, NY

5 out of 5.0 stars
9 reviews