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Makana P.

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Makana P.

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Contact for House Sitting

from $60 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Your Pets New Best Friend!

Aloha! My name is Makana, and I am an avid animal lover with a background in canine behavior. Although I was born on Maui, I grew up in New York. Following my passion for animals, I pursued my certificate in professional dog training, pet sitting, and dog walking through Animal Behavior College after graduating from high school. With over 15 years of experience in the pet care industry, I've dedicated myself to providing exceptional care for animals. In 2020, upon moving home to Maui, I joined Maui Humane Society as a Veterinary Assistant. During my tenure there, I acquired invaluable skills in veterinary care, including advanced first aid, proficient administration of oral and injectable medication, and accurate monitoring of vital signs, . This experience further solidified my commitment to providing compassionate and professional care for pets and their Ohana's.

Qualifications

52% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

When I pet sit for your furry friend, they become a cherished member of my Ohana. I believe that communication is essential, which is why I'll send you daily photos to alleviate any concerns and showcase the fun we're having while you're away! With years of experience, I've earned a solid reputation for reliability and trustworthiness. Rest assured, I'll care for your home as if it were my own. Many of my clients have even commented on how I leave their homes cleaner than before!

Ratings and reviews

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Keri M.
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House Sitting • May 31, 2026

Our pup Izzie had a great time with Makanalani while we were away! It was a comfort to know she was staying at our house, keeping Izzie in her routine, and taking great care of her. When we came home, Izzie was happy, healthy, and calm, and the house was spotless. Thank you, Makanalani!

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Megan P.
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House Sitting • Jan 12, 2026

Makana was a fantastic dog/house sitter. Highly recommend!

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Mary Lynn G.
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House Sitting • Dec 04, 2025

My pets were in excellent hands with Makana and I was confident they were having a great time!. It was wonderful to go on a trip and know that they were happy and not worry about them. I highly recommend Makana - your animals will thank you!

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April S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 11, 2025

I highly recommend Makana. She is smart, skilled as Vet Tech and dog training. She is responsible.and flexible. She communicated well with us and with our dog, Kela. We felt comfortable and reassured that Kela was in good hands while we were away.

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Morgan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 22, 2025

Makana was amazing! From the very first phone call to the meet and greet and then her process of making sure she was totally prepared to care for our dog while we were away- she was PHENOMENAL! We would give her 10 stars if we could! Makana shared lots of photos while we were away and she left the house clean, which we also appreciated after getting home from a long flight! Makana is very professional and her love and care for animals and people shines through her kind personality! Confidently recommend her to anyone needing pet care and already decided we will be using her moving forward! Thanks so much Makana! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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Hannah S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 23, 2025

We couldn’t be happier with our experience! Makanalani expertly cared for our crazy household of 2 dogs, 3 cats, and even our plants while we were away—and we came home to a house that was sparkling clean (honestly cleaner than when we left!). She was incredibly responsible, attentive, and responsive throughout. It gave us such peace of mind knowing our house and animals were in such capable hands. We would highly recommend Makanalani to anyone looking for top-notch care! We will be requesting her in the future as our go-to pet sitter while away!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I mainly work remotely however, I will have meeting and appointments I need to attend to during the week. At most your pet will not be alone for more than 2-4 hours at a time. My goal is to be able to provide my clients with excellent care at an affordable price!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Makana can host up to 1 pet per night
Please let me know if your dog has any special needs or medication. If there are any restrictions I should be aware of, what your dog's daily scheduled looks like and what are somethings your dog enjoys to do.
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.