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Marisa K.

Ponchatoula, LA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•80 reviews
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Covington, Mandeville, Madisonville

Pet care experience

I AM NOW A FULL TIME PET SITTER! I have worked as a Veterinary Technician for almost 3 years, but I've worked in the animal field for 8 years. I've always owned and loved animals from ferrets to horses and thought I should use my love for animals and start a business for myself. The thought of having my own business and being able to do what I love made me very happy. I've noticed over the years of working at boarding facilities that pets seem to like be in an environment that they're used to. A lot of animals become anxious or down right terrified. This can cause aggression and harm for both pets and employees. I have never in my years of pet sitting had a dog terrified or anxious when they're home (aside from the ones anxious with fireworks and loud noises). But I have also felt that heart-breaking feeling when I have to take my dogs to be boarded somewhere. I spend most of my vacation wondering if my babies are being properly cared for or are they just spending their days locked in a kennel scared and worried if I'll ever come back. So here I am, providing a service that makes you and your pets happy too.

Reviews

Roy C.
Dog Boarding • Jan 09, 2024
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Marisa is so sweet and kind. When we did the meet in greet and met her puppy Finnegan and how my dog Abigail got along with I knew I had the right person for the right job. Marissa was very supportive of my issues because I was having surgery done to replace my hip. Again a very kind person.

Vicki V.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 28, 2022
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Marisa does a fantastic job. I have worked with her a couple times now and will continue to book with her in the future.

Vicki V.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 01, 2022
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Marisa did a great job taking care of my cat. She was kind and was able to send me messages and photos. I would recommend her and I already have her booked again.

Karen M.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 23, 2022
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Marisa was great taking care of Adele and providing daily pictures~ I look forward to her cari g for Adele again in the future~

About Marisa K.

Communication

39 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard and a laid back blue heeler that is up to play as well! I don’t leave anyone unattended without supervision.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Marisa K. would like to know about your pet

I would love to know any medications taken, if they react to certain things differently, (my moms dog has to sniff people before they pet him) whether they chew, dig, escape etc. Are they body sensitive (doesn't like their ears touched) If there's more than one dog do they have to be separated to eat, can they have bones around. Are they dog friendly, do they pull on a leash.

A typical day

If I am allowed, I would love to bring them to the dog park, nature trail or lakefront! If you decide to board your pup with me, I have an acre of land and a kiddy pool the pups can romp and play in! Of course for the elderly or smaller dogs, there's always room for walks and snuggle time!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$40per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$18per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY

Marisa can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Marisa can watch in your home

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

Availability

This is currently my full time job so I am available to be with your animals as much as possible. I try to cater to everyone equally.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 5 months ago
Marisa can host up to 4 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Marisa K.

Communication

39 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard and a laid back blue heeler that is up to play as well! I don’t leave anyone unattended without supervision.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Marisa K. would like to know about your pet

I would love to know any medications taken, if they react to certain things differently, (my moms dog has to sniff people before they pet him) whether they chew, dig, escape etc. Are they body sensitive (doesn't like their ears touched) If there's more than one dog do they have to be separated to eat, can they have bones around. Are they dog friendly, do they pull on a leash.

A typical day

If I am allowed, I would love to bring them to the dog park, nature trail or lakefront! If you decide to board your pup with me, I have an acre of land and a kiddy pool the pups can romp and play in! Of course for the elderly or smaller dogs, there's always room for walks and snuggle time!

Location

Ponchatoula, LA

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Pets

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Marisa K.

Ponchatoula, LA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•80 reviews