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Marisa K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
61 repeat clients
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Marisa K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
61 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Friend of all FURBABIES!

Spots for reoccurring walks or drop in visits are starting to fill up. I do have some flexibility for the occasional walk or drop in visit. For the Thanksgiving holiday my schedule is starting to book up. I have lived with and loved animals all of my life. I've had cats, dogs, rats, mice, and a few grumpy but lovable hamsters. My joy of animals led me to attended college where I graduated with a degree B.S. in Small Animal Science. I spent my early career as vet tech but when I began a family of my own, I stepped away to focus on life as a stay-at-home mom. We had two beautiful shelties during those years who helped me bridge my time away from the workplace. After they crossed the Rainbow Bridge, we were blessed to find our lovable Janessa, a Belgian Malinois-Terrier mix. Janessa and I went through AFT dog training together and that experience reawakened my calling to work with animals outside of my own home. I came to Rover to follow that passion and serve my community by lending my skills, my background and most importantly a loving and nurturing hand to your furry companions. I have a fairly flexible schedule as a stay-at-home mom with older kids. I am organized in my appointments and personal life and bring dependability and reliability in all my commitments both here and elsewhere. I'm a proactive communicator who will always bring professionalism to my clients. I recognize that visiting your pets extends beyond just playing with them or letting them out. They are a precious part of your family, and I will always treat them as I would my own. Furthermore, I know during that care/visit, I will be at your property or home and that is a second level of trust. I am committed to honoring that trust, proactively communicating and being consistent and transparent in my service.

Qualifications

61 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

For drop in visits I will make sure each animal is cared for by giving them outside time for playing/going potty, feeding, giving fresh water and plenty of attention. I'll even straighten up if it looks like something seems out of place like a couch pillow got dropped on the floor. On my walks I let the dogs enjoy their outside time. We will stop to smell, encourage their good behavior with praise, and to go potty. On walks I bring a bookbag with cool water, travel water bowl, first aid and extra supplies. When doing house sitting, I am able to stay overnight. For any type of visit I will be communicative with my client sending updates and photos of your pets and the fun things we get to do. Additionally, I am familiar with different types of collars and harnesses used for dogs.

Ratings and reviews

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347 ratings
Beverly S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • jul. 14, 2026

Marisa has been the greatest sitter for our dog for years and we can't sing her praises enough! We are so grateful to have found her and for her dedication to our family. She is SO appreciated for all she does. Thanks Marisa!!!!!!

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Rolf W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • jun. 29, 2026

My dogs love when Marisa is over to walk and spend time with them.

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Rolf W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • may. 22, 2026

Always does a great job caring for my pets.

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Rolf W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • abr. 24, 2026

Great caregiver. My pets are always excited to see Marisa.

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Rolf W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • mar. 27, 2026

Marisa is always great with my pups. They love when she comes over to walk and play with them. Such a great personality for a pet sitter.

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Rolf W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • feb. 27, 2026

Marisa is great with my dogs. Always pleasant and reliable. Great care!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I provide pet services as a full-time job. My weekdays and weekends are flexible. This allows me to take care of your animals and give them the time each one will need. My flexibility will allow me to work with your needs. Specifically, for overnight stays the hours I provide are 6PM and go to 7AM the next day. If more visits during the day is needed, I do charge extra for that time.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Marisa can host up to 10 drop-ins per day
Some questions I have: 1. Any allergies? 2. Health conditions? 3. Reactive to certain animals, people, sounds and other environments? 4. Training methods? 5. Commands used? 6. On any medications? 7. Specific diet? 8. Type of collar and leash? 9. Doesn't like certain areas touched? (For example, the ears) 10. Will your pet try to escape indoors or outdoors? 11. Any special needs?
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.