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Marcela R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
79 repeat clients
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Marcela R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
79 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $60 per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Marcela has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
7 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Your pets' happiness is my business

-I'm not currently available for reoccurring daily walks or visits unless you live off of Lorton Station Blvd but would be happy to help if you need a one time or short term service- -If looking for house sitting my mom is currently the one performing that service- Hello, my name is Marcela and I am so excited to help with your pet caring needs. I have experience taking care of dogs, cats and other furry, feathered, and scaly friends. I have owned a mouse, hamster, ferret, cockatiel, and currently own a parakeet, Chinese water dragon, guinea pigs, and a cat. If your pet isn't used to being around these types of animals no worries because my pets are used to it and we'll work on getting your pet comfortable. My cat also has his own area in case we need to keep things separate. I have boarded dogs for years, the longest time being around 3 weeks. I have also walked dogs of all sizes and breeds. I have boarded and catsat on many occasions. Once I catsat for a woman who had 13 cats, because she fostered shelter cats, including a mother taking care of her babies. I am a lover of all animals and enjoy spending time and playing with them. I have never had a dog but have always wanted one and now I live my dream by spending time with your pets! If you have both dogs and cats and/or other animals, I'm happy to board, visit, or help with whatever service you need for all your pets so you don't have to separate them.

Qualifications

79 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
7 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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250 ratings
ALEXIS S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 17, 2026

Marcela is always great with my dogs - communicates well and works with last minute changes in our travel schedule.

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Carissa U.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 17, 2026

Marcela is our go-to fur baby sitter. She is also very flexible with our last minute trips. She is trusted by our family to provide the care and attention needed while we are away.

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Cecil W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 05, 2026

Marcela was an amazing sitter for my senior dog, Coco, on all of the occasions that we booked with her! She was super accommodating and did a fantastic job with taking care of Coco and making sure he ate his medications and sticking to his diet. I can tell that Coco is really comfortable with Marcela and has a fun time when he is over!

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Claire L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 31, 2026

Marcela has been so lovely checking on our cat, sending updates, and going above and beyond to care for him!

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Michael B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 24, 2026

,love her. She is so nice to my kitties

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Fasika D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 21, 2026

Best caring cat sitter.

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Schedule

I am a stay-at-home mom so am available most of the day and have flexibility in my schedule. Your fur baby will rarely be left alone if at all. If I do have to step out I try to make it short. I have been lucky enough to make a lot of animal friends through the years so my mom, who lives with me, also helps me during boardings and daycare, especially when I'm out of the house visiting with one of my other animal friends. She is also the one who does house sitting. She has experience with taking care of dogs and cats and has a lot of energy and love to give.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Safety, trust & environment

My family and I will give your fur babies lots of affection and play time. I try to give them an experience that makes them feel at home or even better, on vacation too.

A typical day

I have several dog and cat toys and will make sure your fur baby has plenty of fun and interaction. I have a small yard so they can stretch their legs. I usually walk pups 3 times a day but depending on their energy level and home schedule I can do more or less or also take longer walks. My community has lots of woodsy areas to explore. I also enjoy taking pups to public dog parks in the area.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
No females in heat
Marcela can host up to 3 pets per night
I am happy to take care of puppies but do ask that they be potty trained if you're looking for boarding or daycare. I'd like to know how your pet likes to play, if they get along with other pets, and what may be a trigger for them. I ask for your daily schedule and house rules and will try to do things as your pet is used to so they can have consistency and feel comfortable.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

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.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.