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Madelina S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Madelina S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

$23 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
45 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Experienced Care for Dogs & Cats

I’ve been caring for animals my entire life. Growing up on a ranch, I helped raise and care for all kinds of animals including rabbits, cats, and dogs, learning hands-on responsibility and compassion from a young age. I bring decades of experience and have a special love for senior pets. Since 2011, I’ve rescued and cared for older dogs, giving them comfort, attention, and love in their final years. Two of my own cats lived to be 20, so I understand the dedication needed for long-term care. Whether it’s a playful puppy, a shy rescue, or a senior pet, I treat every animal like family. Friends and neighbors have trusted me for years to nurture, love, and care for their pets and I’d be honored to do the same for yours.

Cat care experience

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Loving Care for Cats of All Ages

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

Qualifications

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet’s safety and happiness are my top priorities. I follow your pet’s routine closely, provide attentive supervision, and maintain a calm, comfortable environment. With decades of experience — from ranch animals to senior dogs, cats, and small pets — I provide patient, loving, and reliable care that pet parents can trust.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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12 ratings
Xochilt C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 19, 2026

Ralphie had a great time hanging out with Madelina while we went away for the weekend. She gave us plenty of updates which put my mind at ease. Our home was nice and tidy when we came back. We will definitely be using her again in the future!

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Nancy W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 15, 2026

So happy to have found Madelina! My house looked better than I left and my dog was content and happy. Will be booking again! Highly recommend

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Lori A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 13, 2026

We feel incredibly fortunate to have found Madelina! Before our week-long trip to Canada, she took the time to build a relationship with our two dogs, Xena and Pocket, through several walks and drop-in visits. That thoughtful introduction made all the difference and gave us complete confidence while we were away. Throughout our trip, Madelina kept us updated with thoughtful messages and the sweetest photos that showed just how happy, relaxed, and loved our pups were. Those updates brought us so much peace of mind. What truly sets Madelina apart is the care she extends beyond pet sitting. She kept our home in immaculate condition, neatly stacked our mail, faithfully watered our flower and vegetable gardens, and even took the initiative to add an extra day of watering because of the summer heat. When we returned, she had washed the sheets and towels and somehow left our refrigerator cleaner and more organized than we had left it! The greatest compliment we can give is that Xena and Pocket were completely themselves when we got home—happy, content, and without a trace of stress or anxiety. It was clear they had been loved and cared for as if they were her own. Madelina is truly a gem. She is dependable, thoughtful, proactive, and clearly has a genuine love for animals. We wholeheartedly recommend her to any pet family looking for a trustworthy dog walker or pet sitter. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and look forward to having her care for Xena and Pocket again!

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Jenn R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 26, 2026

Madelina is amazing! She is an excellent communicator, timely, and consistently goes above and beyond to take great care of our pup including paying special attention to his unique needs.

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Mandy C.
May 23, 2026

Can’t say enough wonderful things about Madelina! My dog Baxter loves her like another mother. She’s a dog whisperer and calms his nervous energy. She’s very communicative which also eases my nervous energy when I leave my boy. It’s hard to trust just anyone but Madelina has my trust!

Morgan C.
May 23, 2026

Maddie was amazing with my pup Ella! I was away for over a week and had absolutely no worries about her. I received photo updates regularly, as well as text updates on how she was doing. Maddie even made time to pick up a monthly dose of flea medicine from my housemate when I had failed to provide it. Maddie surpassed my expectations for a dog sitter, but in so glad I chose her to hang with/walk/dote on Ella while I was away. Maddie has such a love for animals, and it truly shows.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work part-time remotely, which gives me a flexible schedule to dedicate to your pet. This allows me to provide consistent attention, care, and companionship tailored to each animal’s needs.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Madelina can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
I’d love to get to know your fur-baby. Please share any special needs, emotional triggers (i.e., are they reactive toward skateboards, bikes, cars, etc), medications, diet, exercise habits, favorite toys, routines, and how they get along with children or other pets. The more I know, the better I can keep them happy, safe, and loved while you’re away.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.