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Kelsey M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
19 repeat clients
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Kelsey M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
19 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $59 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
17 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

I love all pets! (Dogs < 30lbs)

I have had three dogs over 17 years, including a Boston Terrier, a bossy senior Bichon rescue, and a muppet of a King Charles Cavalier. I have trained, groomed, and cared for them, and I especially love taking photos of dogs and documenting their antics and unique personalities. Use code https://www.rover.com/sit/kelse78039 to get $20 off your first booking with Rover. I have cared for neighbors' dogs and cats over the years and some tell me I am the only person their dog likes outside of the family. I believe I excel in making connections with all furry creatures.

Qualifications

19 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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40 ratings
Catherine R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 08, 2026

Timber enjoyed his week with Kelsey. We appreciated the fenced yard and picture updates of Timber playing and having fun. Timber seemed calm and settled when we picked him up. We will definitely book with him again!

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Vickey B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 19, 2026

Kelsey was great for our first time drop in visit. Hamish was so relaxed when I came home, when I had been away the whole day. I am looking forward to trying Kelsey for longer visits.

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Boarding • Dec 18, 2025

Kelsey M. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.

Sharon G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 05, 2025

Once again Kelsey does a great job with Lola. I appreciate having such a lovely home situation to leave our dog.

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Jasmine A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 08, 2025

Kelsey & fam were so great to Tempo! She immediately felt comfortable and Kelsey sent updates during her day stay while we watched whales. Thank you so much!

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Pamela M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jun 01, 2025

Kelsey took Bella on a nice walk and she came home Happy and tired! Thank you, Kelsey!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a house spouse and available during the day, so your dog gets consistent attention and company. We have one friendly dog, so can easily add one or two more to our routine. I accept dogs up to 30 lbs as we have a toddler. Anacortes has great whale watching opportunities and I regularly care for dogs on short-notice day stays while their owners are out on the water. If you need last-minute coverage for a tour, I am happy to help.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I am comfortable picking your dog up from your yard or home for a walk or hike in the woods. I am also happy to have a play session with your pet in your home or in your yard. I have a medium-sized fenced yard, with a friendly male Cavalier dog and have dog doors into a large garage as well as into the house. I can isolate my dog into separate spaces if yours would prefer to be alone.

Pets

A typical day

I love walking in the Anacortes Forest lands and on the Tommy Thompson with the dogs, which are both within a 10-minute walk from my home. The Ace of Hearts dog park is only a few blocks away and I walk there often and play in the small dog area with my dog. My dog love chasing balls with a chuck-it and lazing in the sun in their own south-facing room.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Kelsey can host up to 2 pets per night
It is helpful to know your training style and behavior expectations so I can reinforce them while you are away, as well as any movement restrictions or special needs I can support. My dog gets along well with others, but I am happy to work with dogs that prefer to be a solo act.
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.