Marissa D.
Marissa D.
Contact for Dog Walking
from $15 per walk
Highlights
Pet care experience
It All Starts With Love
It all starts with love and respect for each dog’s personality and routine. While I mainly focus on walks and occasional drop-ins, I make sure every dog feels safe, seen, and well cared for during our time together. I’m reliable, calm, and attentive to details like leash safety, hydration, and energy levels—whether your dog prefers a brisk walk or a slower sniff-and-stroll. I’m comfortable following specific instructions, reinforcing basic leash manners, and providing gentle care for puppies or seniors who just need patience and consistency. You’ll always get clear communication and updates so you know your dog is in kind, capable hands.
Cat care experience
Marissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I have a designated room for kitties to feel comfortable with lots of toys, beds/blankets, a litter box, and a fresh water fountain. It is separated from my cat so that they don't need to be afraid and can remain calm even though they're in a new environment.
Ratings and reviews
I personally know Marissa and she has always had and cared well for her pets. She loves animals and is kind and gentle with them and gives them the best of care. She would definitely treat other peoples pets as her own!
I can’t say enough good things about Marissa and the way she cares for animals. She has a natural warmth that pets seem to pick up on right away, and cats in particular are drawn to her calm, gentle energy. She’s the kind of person who will sit quietly with a nervous cat until they feel safe, celebrate the playful ones, and give extra patience and tenderness to seniors. Marissa is also incredibly responsible and detail-oriented. She keeps spaces clean, pays attention to routines, and makes sure every pet’s needs are met—from fresh food and water to spotless litter boxes and engaging playtime. She communicates well, sends thoughtful updates, and treats every pet as if they were her own. If you want someone who is trustworthy, kind, and genuinely passionate about animals, Marissa is exactly the person you’d hope to find. Pets feel comfortable with her, and owners can relax knowing they’re in loving, capable hands.
Marissa is one of those rare people you immediately trust with your pets. Her love for animals, especially cats, is obvious the moment you see her interact with them. She’s incredibly patient, gentle, and tuned in to each pet’s unique personality, whether that means playing with a high-energy kitten, giving a shy cat the space to warm up, or providing calm companionship for a senior. What really stands out is how attentive she is to the little details that matter: clean litter boxes, fresh food and water, noticing behavior changes, and keeping routines consistent so pets feel safe and comfortable. She treats every animal like family and takes pride in providing a calm, clean, loving environment. If you’re looking for someone reliable, communicative, and genuinely passionate about animal care, Marissa will go above and beyond. Any pet in her care will be loved, respected, and very well looked after.
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Schedule
I currently work part time locally but on the days I work I can easily come home on lunch break for any pet care needs.