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Marike P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Marike P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Santa cruz, CA

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Great care services just a paw away

I have a variety of pet care experience ranging from house sitting to daily visits. My priority is keeping your pets safe and happy! I love animals; I grew up with dogs and have taken care of many types of pets (dogs, cats, birds, reptiles).

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I am a very attentive and involved care taker. I am able to accommodate your pets needs wether that’s lots of outdoor play or taking medications, etc.

Ratings and reviews

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12 ratings
Coleman G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Aug 20, 2025

Marike was great, she was able to help me out for a last minute need even as it came on the back end of her vacation. She took lots of pictures and followed our pup’s normal route to a T!

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Julia P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 01, 2025

Marike was very communicative and made our two very timid dogs feel comfortable right from the start! Thanks!

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Andrea S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 20, 2025

Marike is fantastic! She accepted on short notice and made herself available for all 4 days. She was great with my dog, showed up on time, took my dog on some great adventures, and wasn’t even phased by the rain. Would definitely hire Marike again for walking or pet sitting. Thank you!

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Estefanía S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 18, 2025

Marike was amazing with my two big dogs. She was very responsible. I will definitely recommend her

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Carli B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 04, 2024

Marike is a wonderful dog walker and dogsitter. She is responsible, dependable, and my dog adores her.

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Sharon M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 22, 2024

Marike was awesome! I was worried about leaving my dog for the first time when I had to travel and didn't want to have to shuttle her between friends homes. I came back to a happy relaxed dog who had a blast with Marike while I was away. Plenty of photos to show the fun she had. I will definitely have Marike pet sit again.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work a hybrid job (only in the office 3 times a week: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday) leaving my schedule more flexible for mid day walks/playtime and/or full time house sitting on certain days!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Marike can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that I can account for I am comfortable and experienced with taking care of reactive and special needs dogs.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

Prices include all fees.