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Mara G.

Star Sitter

Rochester, MN

5.0 out of 5.0 stars
28 reviews
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Services

Mara can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work a full time job in Rochester (NW) from 8-4. For my routine what works best is any check ins/care after 4pm and before 7:30 am on weekdays. Weekends are WIDE OPEN! Anything from staying the night to multiple potty/play breaks works!

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Calendar last updated 8 days ago
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About Mara G.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

For dogs, I’m comfortable with outdoor play, walks, baths, etc., and for cats I’m comfortable with indoor play, maintenance, etc. I’ve cleaned houses parttime previously so any sort of pet related mess/cleaning will be well cared for by me! I love to give attention to pets, and caring for them as if they’re my own. My philosophy is: if this were my pet/home, how would I want someone to do things?

Information Mara G. would like to know about your pet

Feeding schedules, how they are with new people (if I’ve never cared for them), any specific behaviors to look out for, if they have any triggers for aggressive/anxious behaviors that are abnormal.

A typical day

Walk, playing, feeding, affection, anything else the owner is comfortable with! If their routine is to go to a specific park I can do that as well!

Location

Rochester, MN

Mara G.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Mara G. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Farm worker and pet owner!

Pet care experience

I’ve worked/lived on a farm growing up caring for animals of all kinds. I’ve had pet dogs and cats my whole life and currently have 3 pet cats! I work with kids full time and caring for pets requires the same skills, kindness, understanding, patience, and compassion.

Cat care experience

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Love cats, I own 3

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

Reviews

Dody G.
House Sitting • Nov 11, 2025
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Mara is an amazing pet sitter! She took very good care of my four fur babies while my family and I went on vacation. When we came home, our pets were well adjusted and happy! I couldn’t recommend her more!!!

Sadie K.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 01, 2025
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Mara did a great job!

Mackenzie R.
House Sitting • Oct 23, 2025
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Mara did an amazing job with Scarlet! Mara took great care of my cat and the house and made sure to leave everything looking great after she left.

Brea H.
House Sitting • Oct 22, 2025
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Mara took care of my big dog and 2 cats for several days and did an amazing job and kept in contact with me the whole time. They were well cared for and loved and we came back home to a clean house. Absolutely would recommend Mara.

About Mara G.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

For dogs, I’m comfortable with outdoor play, walks, baths, etc., and for cats I’m comfortable with indoor play, maintenance, etc. I’ve cleaned houses parttime previously so any sort of pet related mess/cleaning will be well cared for by me! I love to give attention to pets, and caring for them as if they’re my own. My philosophy is: if this were my pet/home, how would I want someone to do things?

Information Mara G. would like to know about your pet

Feeding schedules, how they are with new people (if I’ve never cared for them), any specific behaviors to look out for, if they have any triggers for aggressive/anxious behaviors that are abnormal.

A typical day

Walk, playing, feeding, affection, anything else the owner is comfortable with! If their routine is to go to a specific park I can do that as well!

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Mara G.

Star Sitter

Rochester, MN

5.0 out of 5.0 stars
28 reviews