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Emily M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
19 repeat clients
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Emily M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
19 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

$28 total per visit

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

Highlights

Basic background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Friendly Neighborhood Cat Sitter

***Prices and availability flexible based on location! Don't be afraid to reach out and ask :) Hello! I am a lifelong animal lover, and have 10+ years of experience cat sitting and 4+ years of experience dog sitting. While cats are primarily where my experiences lies, I also love hanging out with and taking care of dogs, reptiles, fish, and any other pets. Here are some special cases I have dealt with in cats: pregnancy, mama cats and litters, cleaning (ask me about the olive oil incident), ear mites, and weight-loss diets. Indoor cats, outdoor cats, and mixed indoor/outdoor cats are all unique situations that I have experience catering to. I have administered medication orally, in food, in eyes, and in ears. I have administered a variety of flea medications too. I know the symptoms to look for in a sick kitty well. I am currently unable to board animals in my home, but I have boarded dogs in the past. I am in good physical shape, and can keep up with energetic dogs and keep the homes of higher maintenance/messy pups looking and smelling good. I am happy to walk long distances, drive to beaches and parks, and otherwise provide plenty of physical exercise. I have also had pet fish and reptiles in the past and can clean aquariums/terrariums, provide carnivorous reptiles live or fresh feed, herbivores fresh produce, bathe reptiles, and notice/treat common issues such as mites. Consider me a house sitter as well! Over the years, I have taken on additional responsibilities such as collecting mail, dusting/sweeping/cleaning, watering plants and yards, moving vehicles, and airing out closed-off spaces. Your wish is my command. A few final notes: I am English/Spanish bilingual and I have a car. I can send status texts, emails, calls, pictures, videos- whatever you want, at the frequency you want. I got into pet sitting because I love animals, I love travel, and I want to help people achieve that elusive pet-parent/avid traveler balance. Questions? Don't hesitate to ask! See you soon!

Qualifications

19 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Every home I go has unique boundaries regarding where to go and what to touch. I always honor these boundaries. I spend my time paying attention to your pets: talking, playing, etc (unless your pet is happiest being ignored). I often listen to music or podcasts while visiting, and am mindful of not drawing attention to your unoccupied home.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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47 ratings
Lora G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 07, 2026

We had Emily stay for a longer trip this time and we are totally happy with her and so is our cat, Prince!! She sent us several photos and updates, assuring us all was going well! We highly recommend Emily!

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Lora G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 27, 2026

Emily is a fantastic house and pet sitter! She is dependable and a great communicator. She cared for our older cat who needs meds and updated us with messages and pics. All went smoothly and we highly recommend her!

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Becca B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 31, 2025

Excellent as always! Thanks for spoiling our kitties and coming up with a creative solution for the last day of our trip when our cat food ran out! :)

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Josette B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 05, 2024

Emily was, once again, wonderful with our cat, Frank. We recommend Emily ENTHUSIASTICALLY!

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Leo O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 05, 2023

Exceptional! Repeat customer. And will book again!

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Robert K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 11, 2023

Outstanding as always, thanks Emily for the peace of mind!!!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

In addition to pet sitting, I have a 9AM-5PM hybrid model job. When I am in the office, I am in downtown LA. However, 95% of the time, I work remotely from my home in Long Beach. There is some flexibility to my schedule.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Emily can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
I would like to know temperament, any past issues with separation anxiety, and vet contact information. I am open to all dogs but am particularly fond of terriers and medium/small dogs.
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%.