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Jennifer M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Jennifer M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Traverse City, MI

Contact for Boarding

from $65 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
8 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Compassionate go-to-gal

Currently offering walks and drop-ins for cats and pups! I am working full-time so a quick drop it for felines not only fills my heart, but offers me the flexibility to be present based on their needs. In the past I have always had a dog in the family and volunteered at local shelters. Now the owner of a nine-year-old german shepherd, Lyra, I am pretty seasoned with the ins-and-outs of caring for furry friends. I have watched many and am open to introducing my girl ahead of time to see if I can support your needs for an overnight. I have been doing long walks ( mile - 2 mile walk ) challenges to keep her happy and whenever I stop in for a client or have them at mine, I make sure that I give your pup the same amount of attention as if they were my own. Rest assured your pup or cat will be pampered, snuggled, and get some playtime-in. You will receive photo updates (no need to respond) but I am very open during my visits so that you get a full rundown of their condition. I also fill out rover cards with details of activities and I am able to provide a quick pic on request. Please take some time to review the requirements for booking. I look forward to meeting your fur-friend and appreciate your business.

Cat care experience

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Cat Aunt - Reliable and Trustworthy

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

Qualifications

13 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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Rachel C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 20, 2026

Jennifer was great! She was very thorough and attentive with our dogs. I knew our pups were in great hands while we were away. Thank you Jennifer 😊

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Laura K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 17, 2025

Jennifer is a perfect sitter! I was able to enjoy my trip and rest easy knowing Miss Kitty was receiving the best care. Highly recommended!

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Olivia T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 09, 2025

Jennifer took great care of our three cats while we were out of town for a few days. She was communicative, caring, and attentive. I would definitely book with her again!

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J D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 05, 2025

Jennifer did an excellent job for us while out of town on our honeymoon. Stress and worry free knowing our animals were being taken care of!

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Betsy F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 03, 2025

Jennifer did what we agreed on-fed and played with the cats and cleaned up the litter box. They were healthy and happy when we arrived home! We would use her services again.

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Chris S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 13, 2025

Jenn did such a great job with our 3 cats. She communicates quickly and throughly, and was so helpful with anything that came up. She asks good questions and is prepared and well organized. I especially appreciated the pictures she provided. I would recommend her for her professionalism and the great job she did giving us peace of mind! Thank you Jenn!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

My Rover schedule will reflect my availability, however, I may be able to accommodate your needs for an extended stay with communication. Our routine starts with breakfast between 7-10a. followed by a quick walk. We settle in for dinner sometime between 5-8p and usually go out one last time before bed.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 8+ hours

Safety, trust & environment

Pets are a priority in this household. I continue to work toward making sure that needs are met and your dog is comfortable throughout their stay. This includes creating space for smaller pets to lounge and request that all necessary care information is complete on their pet profile.

Pets

A typical day

You will find Lyra and I trailblazing one of many scenic trails or at the dog park, but while dog-sitting, I always try to get a good picture of your daily routine to keep things safe and simple. Often park visits are not the best option for all dogs and I understand that. All instructions will be discussed prior to their visits and I appreciate stopping in for a meet-and-greet prior so that we can determine the needs of your pet.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Jennifer can host up to 1 pet per night
Some things that are helpful to know prior to booking: - Are you confident that they get along with other pets? - Do they handle well on their own for a short or extended time? - Are they crate trained? (crate available upon request) - Are they on flea and tick prevention and updated on all shots. Please include veterinarian info on their Rover page! - Any behavioral problems that I should lookout for? (ie. runaway risk, separation anxiety, or destructive behavior such as marking/counter surfing/eating socks or chewing on furniture)
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.