Marisa J.
Ottawa, ON
Services
Marisa can care for
Availability
I work full time, but I am fully committed to providing attentive and reliable care for your pets. I am available for visits and care in the evenings after work on weekdays, and I have full availability on weekends. On weekdays, I can ensure consistent evening check-ins, feeding, playtime, litter care, walks if needed, and any other routine your pet is used to. On weekends, I have open and flexible availability and can dedicate more time for extended visits, extra attention, and maintaining your pet’s usual routine as closely as possible. My goal is to make sure your pets feel comfortable, cared for, and stress-free while you’re away, with dependable care built around their needs.
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About Marisa J.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I focus on maintaining a calm, safe, and familiar environment so pets can stay as comfortable and stress-free as possible while their routine is preserved. I follow all instructions closely, including feeding schedules, litter care, medication administration, walks, and any specific preferences each pet is used to. I am very attentive to behaviour and comfort levels, and I adjust my approach based on each animal’s personality, whether they are shy, independent, or highly social. I also prioritize trust and communication, providing updates and making sure pet parents feel reassured while they are away. My goal is always to make pets feel safe, understood, and cared for in their own environment so their routine feels as normal as possible.
Location
Ottawa, ON
Pets
Here for the Zoomies and Cuddles
Pet care experience
I’ve had animals my whole life and have always aspired to work in veterinary care. I’ve cared for dogs of all sizes, from tiny Yorkies to gentle Great Danes, and cats with every personality, from aloof and sassy to cuddly and energetic. My love for animals has always been a constant in my life and continues to grow every day. I currently have 4 cats of my own and have extensive hands-on experience caring for multiple animals at once. I’ve fostered three litters of stray kittens, as well as a new mama cat who had just given birth and was found in a shed. Each of my fosters ended up becoming “failed fosters,” which is how my little cat family grew. I’m also the trusted friend for pet sitting and animal advice, often the first call when someone needs help with their pets. I’m patient, attentive, and genuinely enjoy making animals feel safe, comfortable, and cared for as if they were my own.
Cat care experience
Marisa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
I can’t recommend Marisa highly enough! She has looked after my cat several times and I always feel completely at ease knowing my furry family member is with her. Marisa is incredibly loving and attentive and she genuinely enjoys spending time with animals rather than simply caring for them. My cat can be selective about people, but she absolutely adores Marisa and is always relaxed and happy in her care. Marisa makes sure all of her needs are met while also giving her plenty of affection, playtime and attention. She is responsible, trustworthy, and treats pets as if they were her own. If you’re looking for someone who will care for your pet with kindness, patience and genuine love, Marisa is exactly the person you want. I would trust her with my cat anytime.
There is no bigger pet lover than Marisa! She is the best cat mom to all of her many cats. Whenever I need a petsitter, she is my first call. She treats anyone’s pets like they are her own, with the most love. You would be so lucky to have her, there is no one I trust more.
I would absolutely trust Marisa J. to provide safe, loving care and exceptional customer service. She is kind, attentive, and genuinely compassionate—qualities that naturally extend to how she cares for animals and the people around her. Marisa is reliable and detail-oriented, always ensuring that every need is met with thoughtfulness and care. Marisa has taken care of my two yorkies and 2 cats on numerous occasions they are happy and healthy upon my return. I feel completely confident placing them in her hands.
I’ve known Marisa for a long time and can confidently say they are one of the most caring and reliable people when it comes to animals. They have a genuine love for pets and are always the first person I trust for advice or help with my own animals. They have taken care of my cat and dog many time for me in the past whether it be last minute or for extended periods of time. I always trust they will be in great hands when she is with them. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a dependable, compassionate, and knowledgeable pet sitter
About Marisa J.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I focus on maintaining a calm, safe, and familiar environment so pets can stay as comfortable and stress-free as possible while their routine is preserved. I follow all instructions closely, including feeding schedules, litter care, medication administration, walks, and any specific preferences each pet is used to. I am very attentive to behaviour and comfort levels, and I adjust my approach based on each animal’s personality, whether they are shy, independent, or highly social. I also prioritize trust and communication, providing updates and making sure pet parents feel reassured while they are away. My goal is always to make pets feel safe, understood, and cared for in their own environment so their routine feels as normal as possible.
Marisa J.
Ottawa, ON