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Marisa M.

Kenton, Portland, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Marisa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Marisa can care for

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

Availability

I work non-traditional hours which means I frequently have a lot of days off in a row and then work once a week with 12 hrs in one day. This means I get to spend a lot of one-on-one with my personal dog, providing lots of attention, walks to the park and even days at the river and wouldnt mind some more company from other dogs as well!

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About Marisa M.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
81% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I live in pet friendly Tiny home with a friendly yard to roam and play. My own dog loves to cuddle on my couch whenever and can certainly share the space with another dog. I do have a cooling mat and a separate pillow for my dog, so there is no shortage of comfy spaces. I love to cuddle with the pups when I can if that's their thing and giving them lots of attention while I care for them.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Marisa M. would like to know about your pet

How often do they usually require a bathroom break and if they use any signals to alert to need to fo outside. If they have any specific temper or things that could trigger or don't like. What makes the dog scared/excited the most?

A typical day

If the dogs are active, I love playing with them with valls or toys! If they are well-behaved, maybe a trip to the dog park or river to get some extra energy out. But absolutely a walk around the neighborhood or to the local park and lots of belly rubs if thats their thing!

Location

Portland, OR

Marisa M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Quirky adventurour from farm-city

Pet care experience

I grew up with a black lab for nearly 14 years as a child and come from a family of Labrador lovers. I now take care of my own gentle giant black lab who I got to train as a service animal myself. I also have experience with high-energy dogs and running off energy! I am very loving and passsionate person towards dogs, they love my ear and belly rubs and often love to cuddle if that's their thing! My favorite things to do with dogs is taking them for adventures to the park/forest, river/lakes and the snow during wintertime. I am no stranger to labrador breeds but also have experince with Shepard and border collie breeds the most, as well as many others here and there. I've had my fair share of sick dogs, whether it be ear infection to cancer and know the emotional roller coaster and/or hassle of giving medications and can show the dogs lots of empathy if this is something that would be needed. I always treat dogs like their my own and would want the best for your pup just like I would for my own girl!

Cat care experience

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Marisa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Jeffrey S.
House Sitting • Jul 19, 2026
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Marisa was very easy to communicate with and always responsive. Gus had a great time and was a happy dog when we got home. He has a regular meds schedule and was in great shape upon our return. Thank you, Marisa!

april f.
House Sitting • Jul 08, 2026
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Marisa was great with our shy boy and very patient with him.

Ashley O.
House Sitting • Jun 30, 2026
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Marisa was responsive and took great care of my home and kitties! My boy needed some extra attention and quality time due to a surprise procedure, had to book last minute since I planned to be out of town and Marisa came through!

Michael C.
Jun 20, 2026

Marisa lives for outdoor sports. Whether it’s guiding on the river, running, mountain biking, or skiing, she makes sure to fill her free time with getting out there, year-round. But the one thing that always - ALWAYS - comes first, is the well-being of her dog, and dogs that are under her care. I can’t count how many times she has had to leave a group outing, or has been unable to join to begin with, in order to make sure the animals in her life are given the attention and care that they deserve (and then some!). For this reason alone, without hesitation, Marisa is one of the first people I’d trust to hang with my pup.

About Marisa M.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
81% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I live in pet friendly Tiny home with a friendly yard to roam and play. My own dog loves to cuddle on my couch whenever and can certainly share the space with another dog. I do have a cooling mat and a separate pillow for my dog, so there is no shortage of comfy spaces. I love to cuddle with the pups when I can if that's their thing and giving them lots of attention while I care for them.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Marisa M. would like to know about your pet

How often do they usually require a bathroom break and if they use any signals to alert to need to fo outside. If they have any specific temper or things that could trigger or don't like. What makes the dog scared/excited the most?

A typical day

If the dogs are active, I love playing with them with valls or toys! If they are well-behaved, maybe a trip to the dog park or river to get some extra energy out. But absolutely a walk around the neighborhood or to the local park and lots of belly rubs if thats their thing!

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Marisa M.

Kenton, Portland, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews