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Emily R.

Voluntown, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
113 reviews
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Services

Emily can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I currently work part time on MWF from 10am-4pm at a school for children/adolescents with autism and related developmental disorders. I am a homebody, so once I get home from work I am there to stay! I go to URI part time as well - working towards a degree in psychology and social work.

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About Emily R.

Communication

38 repeat pet parents
56% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will care for your pet at your home and keep them safe in different ways depending on the situation. If you do not have a fenced yard, I will take your pet out on a leash always! If you do have a fenced yard, I will let your pet into your yard and supervise them the entire time they are outside. I will send pictures of your pet every time I see them, along with an update! I promise to handle your pet gently with care, love, and safety. I also have a car and no problem with driving your pet to any appointments they need! I promise to keep your house clean and leave it better than I found it. I enjoy house keeping and want to make your experience going away as smooth as possible.

Information Emily R. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any aggressive or reactive tendencies beforehand. I will not judge you, or refuse to take care of your dog, but I will be able to better handle them knowing all of their "flaws" in advance. My Pitbull had severe animal aggression and reactivity towards people, and I loved her despite that. I just want to be able to keep your pet safe and happy at all times!

A typical day

Due to lots of experience and research, I am able to stimulate your dog mentally and physically. I can take your dog on walks or hikes, play games with them, try to teach them new tricks, and even just cuddle on the couch with them.

Location

Voluntown, CT

Emily R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

I love your pets like they’re mine!

Pet care experience

Hi, my name is Emily and over my lifetime I have had 13 dogs and 7 cats (along with other pets such as bearded dragons, a gold capped conure, snakes, and more)! I currently have an American Miniature Shepherd named Piglet, who I love with my entire heart. I’ve been using Rover for about 4 years, and pet sitting for 6. I have many years of experience and lots of loyal regulars, but I’m always looking for more animals to love! Since I have grown up in a household with at least 3 dogs and 2 cats at a time, I do NOT charge extra fees for extra animals. I’m used to large packs and I want to keep pet care affordable for everyone, including those with many animals. Extra pets just means extra love 😊 I have experience with: * Administering medication (oral, injection, and topical) * Reactive dogs * Animal aggressive dogs * A variety of animals * Animal behavior and body language * A variety of dog breeds, from Dachshunds to Rottweilers to Pitbulls to Great Danes. I likely have experience with your pup’s breed, or at least vast knowledge on the breed * Training (adult dogs and puppies - I have trained 3 of my own dogs) * Puppies as young as 4 weeks old * Kittens as young as 4 weeks old * Animal first aid I will take care of your pet like they are my own, and I love my pets more than anything! I often read about animal behavior and health and I can assure you that your pet will be extremely safe in my hands. I will continue to implement your training during my time with your dog if requested. I am familiar with many training techniques and have worked with professional trainers in the past. Booking with me means your dog will be treated exactly as you treat them! I will love and care for your pets as if they are my own, ensuring a stress-free experience for you and your pet(s).

Cat care experience

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Even shy cats love me!

Emily also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

sara caitlin p.
Drop-In Visits • May 11, 2026
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Emily is spectacular. My dogs can be tough, and she handled them beautifully. I left knowing with complete certainty that they were in wonderful hands. She is patient, understanding, and incredibly kind. I would 100% recommend Emily to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate pet sitter.

Kim C.
House Sitting • Apr 18, 2026
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This was the first time we left our dog with someone other than family or a close friend. Emily did an amazing job of easing our anxiety as well as keeping our very anxious dog comfortable while we were away. She learned our dog’s personality quickly and kept us updated with regular updates and pictures. She got the cutest pictures of our dog too. We came home to a clean house and a very happy dog! We will definitely rebook Emily in the future!

Catherine S.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 09, 2026
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Such a sweetheart. Emily sends me the best pictures of all my cats while I’m away. She communicates well and is very flexible to meet my pets’ needs

Robert H.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 15, 2026
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If you have pet that you love more than anything than you need to have Emily as you pet sitter . She is an amazing person who loves animals so much . She is completely dedicated to making sure she gets to your pet as well as take care of them as if they were her own .we went away for about 2 weeks and not knowing if it was going to snow again I hired a snow removal person to clear the driveway , walkway and stairs .. welll …. The guy never show the day it snowed and we had at least 7 more inches of snow .. i was worried that Emily would not be able to take care of our cat Oreo because of all the snow .. i was amazed and so greatful when I saw she still made it .. that is 100 % dedication !,, Thank you so much Emily for all you do ! Oreo misses you ❤️

About Emily R.

Communication

38 repeat pet parents
56% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will care for your pet at your home and keep them safe in different ways depending on the situation. If you do not have a fenced yard, I will take your pet out on a leash always! If you do have a fenced yard, I will let your pet into your yard and supervise them the entire time they are outside. I will send pictures of your pet every time I see them, along with an update! I promise to handle your pet gently with care, love, and safety. I also have a car and no problem with driving your pet to any appointments they need! I promise to keep your house clean and leave it better than I found it. I enjoy house keeping and want to make your experience going away as smooth as possible.

Information Emily R. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any aggressive or reactive tendencies beforehand. I will not judge you, or refuse to take care of your dog, but I will be able to better handle them knowing all of their "flaws" in advance. My Pitbull had severe animal aggression and reactivity towards people, and I loved her despite that. I just want to be able to keep your pet safe and happy at all times!

A typical day

Due to lots of experience and research, I am able to stimulate your dog mentally and physically. I can take your dog on walks or hikes, play games with them, try to teach them new tricks, and even just cuddle on the couch with them.

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.
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Emily R.

Voluntown, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
113 reviews