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Kumiko Y.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients
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Kumiko Y.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $69 per night

Highlights

Kumiko has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
25 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Faithful care 🐶🐱♡ 日本語OK

I currently have a Shibainu and a indoor cat. I grew up with a Beagle! I love dogs and cats! I'm still learning English. It would be very helpful if you could speak slowly and use simple words. I’m very sorry, but I’m unable to accept visits to high-security apartment buildings or homes that do not have sufficient parking available.

Cat care experience

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Faithful care 🐱♡

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

Qualifications

8 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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36 ratings
Hailey G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 25, 2026

Kumiko was fabulous and easy to communicate with. Kitty is very happy!

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Rashid B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 10, 2026

Kumiko was absolutely wonderful with our dog, Nala! From the moment we met her, we felt confident that Nala was in caring and capable hands. She kept us updated with messages and photos, which gave us great peace of mind while we were away. It was clear that Kumiko genuinely cared about Nala and made sure she was happy, comfortable, and well cared for. Nala came home relaxed, healthy, and clearly enjoyed her time with her. We truly appreciate Kumiko’s kindness, reliability, and attention to detail. We would gladly trust her with Nala again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and dependable pet sitter!

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Kevin A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 24, 2026

What a wonderful photographer, she sent the best pictures of our cat. You could tell our cat was playing and engaged! So heartwarming to see that Stanley was happy and doing just fine! Kumiko even alerted us on her 1st visit that Stanley hadn't gone #2 and updated us on 2n visit (2 days later) that he had gone #2 now that is quality care! We will definitely have Kumiko visit Stanley again and highly recommend her!

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KRISTIN K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 07, 2026

Kumiko was an excellent pet sitter! I've worked with her countless times. She's always petting and loving my cats. Highly recommend !!

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Peter S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 24, 2026

Amazing sitter. Highly recommended!

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Rashid B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 02, 2026

We were truly impressed with Kumiko and the wonderful care she provided for our dogs, Nala and Louie. She went above and beyond by constantly sending us photos and detailed updates, which gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. It was clear how attentive and caring she was, and our dogs were happy and very well looked after. We will absolutely use Kumiko again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, thoughtful, and genuinely caring sitter. Best dog-sitter we’ve used thus far!!

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Schedule

I have a flexible schedule and my husband works from home, so I can take a good care of your pets. Holiday reservations are also welcomed!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I value the trusting relationship with clients and their pets! I change the water for pets several times a day and keep their dishes clean. I can take dogs out every few hours to pee and poo. If your pets are shy and timid, I can keep your pets in a separate room. I have an AC, so your pets will be comfortable throughout summer. Please be assured that my cat is kept in a separate room so there will be no contacts with your dog.

Pets

A typical day

I'll first introduce the pets to my family (my dog or cat), let them sniff the entire house, then play fetch/tug-of-war and try to build relationship with them. Also, depending on the pets' personalities, I can adjust how to approach them.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Kumiko can host up to 1 pet per night
Let me know if there are any special needs or behaviors for taking care of your pets. I'll try to accommodate the best I can.
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.