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Margaret S.

Star Sitter

Upper Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
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Services

Margaret can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Margaret can care for

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

Availability

Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine, and I have a flexible schedule that allows plenty of time for walks, playtime, feeding, medication, cuddles, and supervision.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Margaret S.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

22 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I provide individualized care to meet you and your pet’s unique needs. The safety and comfort of the pets I work with is my biggest priority. I have experience walking and training dogs with difficult behaviors.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Margaret S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know of any special needs, medications, feeding times, leash aggression, and general energy level. I have a lot of experience working with special needs animals and I am happy to make accommodations.

A typical day

I love finding out about your pets favorite toys, and favorite places to go! I have a knack for finding routes in the city with green space to sniff, and less overstimulating noise and activity. Though I’m not a certified trainer I’m happy to incorporate any training you may already be working on with your pet.

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Margaret S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Margaret S. 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.

A Soft Spot for Senior Pups

Pet care experience

I’ve been caring for animals my whole life including fish, rodents, small birds, and dogs of all breeds and sizes. I have experience with senior dogs, and anxious pups. I’m patient, attentive, and committed to making pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away.

Reviews

Tanner G.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 21, 2026
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Margaret was amazing! Very attentive and helpful in delivering excellent care of our frenchie!

Quin N.
Dog Walking • Jun 05, 2026
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Margaret is terrific!

Chris V.
Boarding • May 29, 2026
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Margaret quickly developed a good relationship with our Jindo, shared photos and was very responsive

Kt D.
May 20, 2026

I've known Margaret (Meg) for about 15 years and I can whole heartily say that she, besides being a loving and wonderful person, is a wonderful and incredibly loving pet caregiver/owner. Meg has adopted animals in their final years of life that are often overlooked and has provided unyielding, selfless care for them. She has provided a safe environment for elderly dogs through hospice and to dogs that have special needs including blindness and severe arthritis that had hindered their mobility. It takes a very big heart and courage to adopt animals that have special needs and go the extra mile to give them the best years of their lives, it's honestly one of my favorite things about my friend and I admire her greatly for it. I can't recommend her enough.

About Margaret S.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

22 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I provide individualized care to meet you and your pet’s unique needs. The safety and comfort of the pets I work with is my biggest priority. I have experience walking and training dogs with difficult behaviors.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Margaret S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know of any special needs, medications, feeding times, leash aggression, and general energy level. I have a lot of experience working with special needs animals and I am happy to make accommodations.

A typical day

I love finding out about your pets favorite toys, and favorite places to go! I have a knack for finding routes in the city with green space to sniff, and less overstimulating noise and activity. Though I’m not a certified trainer I’m happy to incorporate any training you may already be working on with your pet.

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Margaret S.

Star Sitter

Upper Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews