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Emily L.

12 years of experience
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Emily L.

12 years of experience

Contact for Boarding

from $19 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
12 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time

Pet care experience

🐾 Pet Mom & Animal Lover

What sets me apart is that I genuinely treat every pet as if they were my own. As a pet owner myself, I understand that every animal has a unique personality, routine, and comfort level. I take the time to get to know each pet so they feel safe, loved, and comfortable while you’re away. I have experience caring for pets of different ages, sizes, and energy levels, including puppies who need patience and consistency and senior pets who may require extra attention and a gentler pace. I’m comfortable following detailed care instructions, administering basic medications, maintaining feeding schedules, and providing plenty of exercise, playtime, and affection. My goal is to give pet owners peace of mind by providing dependable, attentive care and regular updates so you always know your furry family member is happy and well cared for.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
12 years of experience

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Pet care fits naturally into my daily and weekly routine because I already enjoy building my day around consistency, responsibility, and time with animals. I make sure to plan my schedule so I can give pets the attention they need, whether that means morning feedings, midday walks, evening playtime, or sticking to a specific routine that helps them feel comfortable and secure.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 3 dogs
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed

Safety, trust & environment

Whether I’m caring for pets in my home or in a client’s home, my priority is making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved. I follow each pet’s normal routine as closely as possible, including feeding schedules, walks, potty breaks, playtime, medication needs, and bedtime routines. In a client’s home, I respect both the pet’s environment and the owner’s instructions to help reduce stress and keep pets comfortable in familiar surroundings. I also provide regular updates, photos, and communication so owners can feel confident their pets are doing well. When caring for pets in my home, I provide a clean, safe, and pet-friendly environment with plenty of attention, exercise, and affection. I monitor pets closely, make sure they have access to fresh water, and adjust activities based on their age, energy level, and individual needs. My goal is to make every pet feel like part of the family while they’re in my care.

Pets

A typical day

I love keeping pets active, happy, and engaged while their owners are away. Depending on each pet’s age, energy level, and personality, I enjoy taking dogs on walks, playing fetch, tug-of-war, and interactive games, as well as providing plenty of cuddles and attention. For cats and smaller pets, I offer playtime with toys, enrichment activities, and lots of affection. I also enjoy practicing basic commands and positive reinforcement to keep pets mentally stimulated and help them feel comfortable.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Emily can host up to 2 pets per night
Before caring for a pet, I like to know about their daily routine, feeding schedule, medications, allergies, favorite activities, and any behavioral quirks or triggers. I also appreciate knowing how they interact with other people, pets, and children, as well as any training commands they respond to. My goal is to make sure every pet feels safe, comfortable, and cared for while maintaining the routine they’re used to at home.
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.