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Marina P.

Star Sitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
95 reviews
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Services

Marina can care for

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

Availability

I am a postgraduate college student currently at home. My schedule is pretty free. I love being outside and active, especially when I can walk dogs and take them to the park while keeping them company.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Marina P.

Communication

22 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

All of our animals are indoor animals. They are all senior aged meaning they have do have extra required attention with medications and someone who is gentle. They are updated on their vaccines and trained (by me). They are spoiled to the max and get plenty of love throughout the day

Information Marina P. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if a dog has any special needs or preferences, this might include if they're hyper-active or love to jump on people or love to tug etc.

A typical day

I am a very athletic person who loves to get any form of exercise. If you have a very active dog, I will have no trouble keeping them active with fun games and walks. I love to go to dog parks, go running with dogs, find creative ways to stimulate their brains with toys and brain games. And that includes the not so active dogs as well!

Location

Silver Spring, MD

Marina P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Marina P. 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 College Kid Who Loves Animals

Pet care experience

I have always been an animal lover since I can remember. I have been taking care of dogs and cats since I was 6 years old. When I was about 13 or 14, I started my own dog walking service in my neighborhood. When I was younger, we also use to foster animals while they were waiting to either get adopted or waiting to get their shots. We use to have 6 pets (5 cats, 6 dogs) but unfortunately, we lost one this past January so now we only have 5. Since I have been taking care of pets for about 14 years, I have a wide range of experience from kittens to senior dogs and cats.

Reviews

Joan J.
Dog Walking • Jul 14, 2026
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This was our first time having someone take Penny for her walks and Marina made it easy for us to feel comfortable about it! She was professional and Penny loved her! And we loved getting the Rover cards and pictures. Highly recommend Marina to care for your pets!!!

Michael M.
House Sitting • Jul 02, 2026
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Marina was incredible! Our regular sitter wasn't available and we managed to catch her on some available days. Not only did she handle our very high energy dog very well, but she even washed and replaced the bedding she used - definitely goes above and beyond!

Margaret W.
House Sitting • Mar 09, 2026
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Marina went above and beyond caring for sweet, rambunctious Mr. Banks at our home while we were away for an extended weekend. Not only did she provide amazing care for him- with lots of play time cuddles and walks- but we received daily updates on the fun they had and came home to a remarkably tidy home! We’re so grateful! 🐾💙

Jake N.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 03, 2026
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Martina did a great job with our cats!

About Marina P.

Communication

22 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

All of our animals are indoor animals. They are all senior aged meaning they have do have extra required attention with medications and someone who is gentle. They are updated on their vaccines and trained (by me). They are spoiled to the max and get plenty of love throughout the day

Information Marina P. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if a dog has any special needs or preferences, this might include if they're hyper-active or love to jump on people or love to tug etc.

A typical day

I am a very athletic person who loves to get any form of exercise. If you have a very active dog, I will have no trouble keeping them active with fun games and walks. I love to go to dog parks, go running with dogs, find creative ways to stimulate their brains with toys and brain games. And that includes the not so active dogs as well!

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Marina P.

Star Sitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
95 reviews