Isabella W.
Isabella W.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Walks, Wags & Cozy Naps
I’ve cared for animals of all kinds—from shelter kittens and farm animals to huskies, Yorkies, puppies, fish, and even an axolotl! I also volunteered for a year at Pets In Need, where I was trained to care for cats and kittens with different personalities and comfort levels. I started pet sitting in college and have continued through graduate school, caring for pets of professors, lab mates, friends, and family. I’m comfortable with energetic pets who want walks and playtime, as well as independent pets who prefer a little space. As a graduate student, I have a flexible schedule and love spending my free time with animals. I’m dependable, attentive, and will make sure your pet feels safe and well cared for. And if you couldn't already tell by the photos on my profile -- I love to take a funny selfie with pets and most of the time they're looking at the camera too!
Cat care experience
Isabella also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Isabella is our favorite sitter we’ve ever had the pleasure to meet! (And we have used 15+ sitters across Rover and otherwise!) She is extremely responsible, timely, experienced with dogs, and communicative. 10/10 followed all our instructions, and went above and beyond to ask additional clarifying questions which resulted in excellent care for our two frenchies. She has experience with Brachycephalic breeds which we loved too! Isabella watched them over Labor Day weekend when we were out of town and in a last minute bind, offering helpful solutions and even helping to pick them up for boarding at her wonderful home. She asked thoughtful questions about our dogs’ behavior, walking & potty preferences, feeding habits, and sleep patterns. We felt that our dogs were getting the absolute best playtime and care with Isabella- 1000% would recommend booking with her. We did not worry AT ALL and loved the frequent check-ins and photos. Our dogs did not want to leave her home at the end of their stay… they were being really slow walking to our car and kept looking back at her 😆— sign of an amazing stay, four paws up. We love you Isabella! Thank you so much again and we will be back! ❤️
Bella has been a superb caretaker of our two Boston Terriers. Her assistance covered the entire range of activities and duties from walks around the neighborhood to multiple overnight/day stays. We've also observed her with multiple and different types of pets and she provides all her charges with the upmost attention and kindness. Highest of recommendations!
Bella treated our dog Maple like she was her own. Maple loved going for runs with Bella and playing keep away with her. When we returned from our trip, it was clear that Bella kept Maple entertained and well exercised because she fell asleep as soon as we got home. I highly recommend Bella as a caretaker for any animal that you have, because she will give your pet the same love and care that she gave our dog.
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
As a graduate student, I have a flexible schedule that makes it easy to fit pet care into my daily routine. On days when I’m doing data analysis, I often work from home, so I can be around for plenty of attention, playtime, and potty breaks. I’m also a trail runner, hiker, and generally love being outdoors, so walks are something I genuinely enjoy! For energetic dogs, I’d be happy to take them on longer walks, hikes, or runs if that’s something you’re comfortable with. On the other end of the energy spectrum, I’m also a big fan of naps, so pets who prefer to snooze, lounge, or curl up on the couch all day are more than welcome—I’m always happy to have a nap buddy!
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I always prioritize keeping pets safe, comfortable, and as close to their normal routine as possible. I’m happy to follow each owner’s specific instructions for feeding, walks, playtime, medications, and any house rules or behavioral needs. At my home, I have a fully fenced-in backyard area with a mix of concrete, a very small grassy area, and bark where dogs can safely get some fresh air and play. There’s also a dog park about a 12-minute walk away for pups who enjoy having more room to explore and exercise. For cats, my home has plenty of sunny window space, including views of a bird feeder for some quality bird watching! There are also lots of comfortable spots for lounging and naps in the sun. I understand that every pet has a different personality, so I’m happy to give them as much playtime, attention, or quiet space as they need to feel at home. Every pet is different so I am happy to chat more specifics with each owner.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsNo females in heatTakes only 1 client at a timeIsabella can host up to 2 pets per night