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Marilyn S.

9 years of experience
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Marilyn S.

9 years of experience

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $15 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Marilyn's Animal Care

I love animals and have taken care of a variety of animals my whole life! I grew up surrounded by dogs and cats, and have taken care of and ridden horses most of my life. I’ve always been the primary caretaker of all of my families pets, to the point that my “family dogs” always just turned into my dogs. I currently have a 3 year old chihuahua and a 10 year old hound/lab mix. I have experience with just about any situation involving pets. I’ve nursed dogs back after surgery, and had pets on hospice. I am very used to (and prefer typically) longer, more stimulating walks, but also am very happy with short outings. I also have access to a doggie stroller I would be happy to use if needed for any pet!

Qualifications

50% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I have experience with crate training and am very comfortable with gaining new dogs trusts especially in their own home as I’ve studied animals body language on my own extensively!

Calendar and availability

Available
Not available
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Available
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Schedule

I am unfortunately unavailable Wednesdays and Sundays from 11am-6pm as I am at my barn job. On Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays I am at my other job from 6pm-12am, but my schedule is typically flexible for both and can be shifted!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Marilyn can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
The main things I need to know is dog temperament, friendliness, and any special medical needs. I have experience with reactive dogs and am comfortable with walking them as long as proper equipment (muzzle if needed, no pull harness etc) is available if needed. I also would like to be informed of any allergies (food, grass etc) because I love giving treats if possible as we walk!
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.