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Marilla A.

Hunter, NY

4.5 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
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Services

Marilla can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time

Marilla can care for

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

Availability

I am a self employed artist, volunteer, and executive director of a free store that I physically staff on Saturdays, so I have a very flexible schedule.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Marilla A.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I will care for pets in your home with so much attentiveness and love! Just give me a set of instructions and I am happy to hang out :)

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Marilla A. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has special needs, especially if they have aggression issues towards other animals ahead of time, so I can best prepare a route to walk them on to avoid potential conflict!

A typical day

I am happy to take a dog on a really long walk, throw toys around, play tug-o-war, or snuggle on the couch and watch dog tv! If you have a cat I can engage with all sorts of stimulating toys for long periods of time, or just be a warm body to snuggle up to.

Location

Hunter, NY

Marilla A.'s Neighborhood

Mountain lady who loves dogs and wa

Pet care experience

I grew up with all different types of animals my whole life. I have been a dog mom for 13 years. I am great at walking dogs who have aggression towards other dogs, I know how to find a calm route to take and distract them before conflict arises! I recently lost my 90 lb alapaha blue blood bulldog mix to a terminal illness and am looking forward to spending time with other people's dogs.

Cat care experience

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Gentle mountain lady animal lover

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

Reviews

Ace W.
Drop-In Visits • May 22, 2026
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Marilla is very kind and communicative. She was able to come take care of Rookie with a few days short notice and did a great job. I’d hire her again without hesitation. Thanks again!

Nicholas H.
Jan 01, 2026

Mars provides the best pet care. She is very loving of my dogs (one of whom is special needs and requires extra care). She goes above and beyond to meet their every need and even brings them treats! From walking, to house/pet sitting I know I can trust her with my babies. I appreciate her flexible availability too. Ten out of ten, I highly recommend my “go to rover”!!

Sharon L.
Dec 04, 2025

Mars was my go-to petsitter for years, and I will definitely hire her in the future when I am ready to get another dog. She follows instructions, is reliable, trustworthy, easy to communicate with, and treated my dog with great care. It's clear that she really loves animals!

About Marilla A.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I will care for pets in your home with so much attentiveness and love! Just give me a set of instructions and I am happy to hang out :)

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Marilla A. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has special needs, especially if they have aggression issues towards other animals ahead of time, so I can best prepare a route to walk them on to avoid potential conflict!

A typical day

I am happy to take a dog on a really long walk, throw toys around, play tug-o-war, or snuggle on the couch and watch dog tv! If you have a cat I can engage with all sorts of stimulating toys for long periods of time, or just be a warm body to snuggle up to.

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Marilla A.

Hunter, NY

4.5 out of 5 stars
4 reviews