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Leigh S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients
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Leigh S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $30 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Cat Specialist | Full-Time Pet Care

I’m Leigh, a full-time professional pet care provider and proud Westchester County resident since 2012. I specialize in cat care while also providing exceptional care for friendly dogs and small companion animals. My schedule is built around my clients, allowing me to provide reliable, personalized care and prompt communication whenever you’re away. Why Pet Parents Choose Me 🐈 Cat Specialist – Experienced with cats of every personality, from playful kittens to shy rescues, seniors, and special-needs cats. 💉 Medication Experienced – Comfortable administering oral medications, topical medications, insulin, injections, and subcutaneous fluids. 🏥 Veterinary Support – Vet transportation, prescription pick-ups, specialty food pick-ups, and post-appointment care. 📸 Detailed Updates – Every visit includes photos and thoughtful updates so you’ll always know how your pet is doing. 🐕 More Than Cats – I also care for friendly dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, fish, and other small companion animals. I offer dog walking and basic obedience training using positive reinforcement. ❤️ Reliable & Professional – Pet care isn’t my side job—it’s my full-time career. ⸻ Personalized Care for Every Pet For more than 20 years, I’ve cared for animals with one philosophy: every pet is an individual. I spend a great deal of time learning about feline behavior, enrichment, body language, and stress reduction because I believe the best care comes from understanding each animal’s unique personality. Some cats greet me at the door. Others prefer to observe from across the room. I never force interactions—I let every cat decide how they’d like to spend our time together. Building trust at their pace creates a calmer, happier experience while you’re away. Whether your pet enjoys play sessions, brushing, enrichment, cuddles, quiet companionship, or simply having their routine kept consistent, I’m happy to provide the care that fits them best. ⸻ Comfortable With Medical & Senior Pets Many of my clients rely on me for pets who need extra attention. I’m experienced caring for senior pets and those with ongoing medical needs, including medication administration, insulin, injections, and subcutaneous fluids. I’m attentive to changes in appetite, behavior, mobility, and overall health and will always communicate anything that seems out of the ordinary. I’m also happy to assist with veterinary appointments, prescription and specialty food pick-ups, and helping maintain the routines that keep pets healthy, comfortable, and stress-free. I understand how difficult it can be to leave a pet who requires extra care. My goal is to give you complete confidence that they’re receiving compassionate, capable attention while you’re away. ⸻ Proudly Serving Our Community I proudly provide professional pet care throughout Westchester County and select nearby areas of Fairfield County, including Greenwich and Stamford. Building long-term relationships with pets and their families is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do, and I’m incredibly grateful for the trust my clients place in me. ⸻ My Promise When you trust me with your pets, you’re trusting me with family. I’ll treat your pets with patience, kindness, and respect, communicate clearly, follow your routines carefully, and care for your home as if it were my own. Whether you’re away for the day, a weekend, or an extended vacation, my goal is simple: to provide dependable, compassionate care that gives you complete peace of mind. I’d love the opportunity to meet you and your pets. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions—I look forward to getting to know you and your furry, feathered, or scaled family members!

Cat care experience

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Cat Specialist | Full-Time Pet Care

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

Qualifications

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

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I make sure that we’re on the same page from the start - I need to have all the information that I would expect someone caring for my pet to have. We can discuss everything accordingly, but I’ll make sure I have all the details, including (but not limited to) allergies, hazards, feeding, medications, or what to do in case of an emergency. I have on hands the number of the animals vet as well as the local emergency vet in case it’s after hours or owners can be reached.

Ratings and reviews

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Lady T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 14, 2026

To say Leigh went above and beyond would be an understatement. She was excellent with my cat. Leigh is patient, accommodating, and was able to interact with my shy cat almost immediately. She pointed out some potential issues and gave suggestions on what to do. She was great, and I very highly recommend her!

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John U.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 01, 2026

Leigh was amazing. She was very loving and patient with Cooper. Cooper was happy to see her.

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Shayna B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Nov 16, 2025

When I arrived home, Grey Grey was in good spirits - Leigh left a very detailed note with a card. Will book again!!

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Monet R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Oct 03, 2025

Leigh is amazing!!! I would absolutely recommend her to anyone. She took immaculate care of my dog, and I could tell he was loved, safe, and happy the entire time. She went above and beyond—sending me updates, being super responsive, and treating him like her own. I had complete peace of mind while I was at work, and I’ll definitely be booking with her again!

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John U.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 01, 2025

Leigh was on time and was very friendly. Highly recommend.

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Laura R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Aug 27, 2025

Leigh was great. I was able to be there at the start of the walk, and Leigh asked great questions about what commands my dog knew and what my walk preferences were. She was patient with my dog (who is a puppy) and since they stayed on my property at my request, I was able to watch Leigh play with my puppy outside. Leigh did a great job, and I have asked her to walk my dog on a more regular basis as a result.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

My availability is pretty open - Usually available for short notice care as well as longer opportunities. I can make my schedule according to your needs. Available for drop ins, long walks, overnights and more!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Leigh can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
How are your pets with new people? With other animals if we’re walking outside? Any medical conditions or special dietary instructions? Contingency plan in case of emergency and phone numbers to reach out to.
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.