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Erika P.

4.7 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Erika P.

4.7 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $30 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
15 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Best Care for Your Best Friend

Hey! My name's Erika and I absolutely LOVE dogs and cats; they give unconditional love and affection. I worked at a doggy daycare in New Hampshire for a few months and then moved down to Raleigh, N.C. for better opportunities. I moved to Wilmington in 2020, to be closer to family. Working at the dog daycare was probably the hardest job to leave because I adored each and every one of the dogs that I looked after at work. Every dog has special characteristics and I loved every minute of learning about each one. I would love to help you out watching\walking\taking care of your dog or kitty while you have to work or if you go on vacation, whatever the case may be. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you'd be interested in having me look after your best friend! Thank you! -Erika Worked at a doggy daycare for a few months, loved it! Helped walk dogs in our neighborhood and feed them and give them love. I'm very caring, so I will protect love and give your dog a lot of attention! Why I love dog sitting: I've been a dog lover for many years... since I was probably 2 years old! I have always been around dogs, and found them to be very understanding, adorable friends. We've had larger dogs in our family all my life and I also worked at a doggy daycare. I find it very rewarding to work with them and take care of them. They depend on us and our love!

Cat care experience

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Your cat’s best friend :)

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

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I make sure they get plenty of love & attention. Belly rubs, play fetch with them or play with whatever toy they like, take them on walks, etc. I have a cat who is playful & sweet so we have fun together :) If you have a fenced in backyard we can be outside as much as you’d like us to! I don’t think my cat would like animals here at my apartment so I’d be going to your home to care for your pets!

Ratings and reviews

4.7
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12 ratings
Courtney K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 20, 2025

Erika was great with house sitting and caring for our 3 needy dogs! It was the longest we had ever left them so we were nervous, but Erika gave them lots of attention and sent pictures and videos multiple times a day. She went above and beyond with walking them and keeping our house clean and organized. We would love to have Erika dog-sit our babies again!

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Marlena C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 23, 2025

The best!! Erika takes awesome photos and sends the best updates so that I know my pet is well taken care of! Highly recommend!

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Leah R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 28, 2022

Erika was amazing!! Our Great Dane warmed up to her quickly and we came home to one happy pup. Erika kept contact with us the whole visit, responded to messages quickly and made the process smooth from the start. Thank you Erika! Ranger can’t wait to hang out with you again.

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Krista K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 15, 2022

Erika was so great!! We will 100% book her again. She is so nice and very responsible, easy to reach and communicate with. She stayed over her allotted time each day just out of the goodness of her heart- she literally went above and beyond. I feel so lucky to have found such a great and trustworthy sitter for our two kitties!!

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Bob F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 13, 2022

Erika, was great. Chili took an immediate liking to her and they hit it off. She's very attentive and obviously very reliable. I couldn't be more pleased, with having her watching Chili. Highly recommended.

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Krista S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 29, 2019

Erika went above and beyond with my cat. She made sure he was happy and loved for an hour of petting while I was gone out of town after our just having moved to a new home. Having her there for him made my guilt disappear!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I’m currently available any time, any day! :) I’m a stay at home cat mom so I’m happy to help care for your pup or cat or other pet whenever is needed!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Erika can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
Would love to know what their favorite thing(s) to do are (favorite toys etc?) along with any health concerns or medicines they take! Also, how are they around other dogs on a walk with you so I’m prepared.
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.