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Makenzie S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Makenzie S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $30 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Comfortable care for your pets

Hi there - I’m recently moved to the Hershey area, but definitely have lots of experience with animals. I have grown up around dogs and cats, and have now volunteered with, fostered, and owned several of my own. I am looking to start dog walking and house sitting your furry friends in the Hershey/Harrisburg area. I am comfortable working with senior or reactive dogs, as well as other animals, and can help continue whatever training/routine/management you have started. I do require a meet and greet prior to sitting for your dog to make sure they are comfortable with me and I am comfortable with their routine. My schedule is flexible, so please let me know what your specific needs are. Feel free to reach out if you have specific dates in mind, or are just trying to establish with someone for future needs!

Qualifications

13 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Prior to watching your dog, I will ask you to walk me through their routine. Do they stay in a crate? How much food do they eat and how often? How often do they need to use the bathroom? Do they take any medicine or have any specific triggers I should avoid? I will ask you to outline their typical routine for me and I will adhere to that as best as possible!

Ratings and reviews

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38 ratings
Madeline W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 12, 2026

Makenzie has done an amazing job with Pepper! We are so lucky to have found her. Pepper has some special requirements with how she needs to interact with new people as a reactive dog. Makenzie worked with her to give her the space and time she needed to become comfortable. We also had horrible storms while we were away and lost power. Makenzie worked fast to find a new safe place for her and Pepper! Highly recommend booking with Makenzie :)

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Gina H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 16, 2026

Makenzie did a wonderful job watching Ollie. I would definitely use her again! She was very reliable and caring.

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Carol S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 23, 2026

Third time booking with Makenzie and will continue to have her look after my babies. She sends daily updates and takes great care of the home. thank you so much Makenzie!!

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Carol S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 27, 2026

Makenzie did a great job taking care of my pups and home. She sent frequent updates and was flexible! I will be using her services again.

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Julie G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 09, 2026

Makenzie took extra care to understand our pup and his unique needs. We truly appreciate it.

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Kristie K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 25, 2026

Makenzie is the best! I can't say enough good things about her. She is accommodating, passionate, and amazing watching our little girl. She checks in daily, sends pics, and even shoveled my driveway!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am currently a full time student with a flexible schedule that allows me to walk or stop in for visits during the workday. Prior to booking, we can discuss a specific time line and can go over what that looks like.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Makenzie can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behavioral concerns. Let me know their overall temperament, anything that stresses them out, or anything that they absolutely love. Also, let me know of any rules in place while on walks or in your household (i.e. no furniture, type of equipment used on walks, etc.)
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.