Marissa I.
Marissa I.
Prices include all fees.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Loving Care & Belly Rubs Guaranteed
I’ve grown up surrounded by animals—always having four dogs at a time—and am the designated dog and cat sitter for all my family and friends. From tiny pups to senior dogs; from mellow Goldens to energetic Huskies, I love building deep trust with every dog I meet. Here is what I bring to caring for your furry family member: - Senior Care: Patient and gentle support for older pets, from helping them up to administering ear drops, eye drops, or medications. - Puppy Energy & Training: Lots of patience for young, active pups—I currently help raise and train two high-energy Husky puppies! - Everyday Reliability: Happy to handle daily walks, feeding, playtime, and keeping your home clean and comfortable. Whether your pet needs extra belly rubs, gentle extra attention, or a fun neighborhood stroll, I’ll care for them like my very own.
Cat care experience
Marissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
At home, I have one precious kitty, and I feed him twice a day and clean the litter box daily. With my friends' cats, I like to hang out with them for about an hour, feed them, clean the litter box, and build trust through playtime. For dogs, I like to sit with them for a bit to let them get used to me being in their space. Then I will work on some commands with treats involved for your dog to gain more confidence and trust with me. I will add a bit of playtime, then a walk. Of course, each animal will have their own pace. I'm always looking at their body language and cues to learn where they comfortability lies in all of these.
Ratings and reviews
Marissa is wonderful! She loves animals and takes great care of them. She is kind, responsible, and someone I completely trust with my dog. It gives me such peace of mind knowing my dog is in great hands with her. I would absolutely recommend Marissa to anyone looking for a pet sitter!
Marissa is the best pet sitter ever. She is reliable, professional, caring, attentive and trustworthy. My dog, Rosie, fell in love with her immediately despite being skittish around new people and she was extremely wonderful with my cat Waffles! I've had Marissa take care of my babies for years and I wouldn't choose anyone else. I would highly recommend her for all of your pet needs!!
Marissa was such a joy to have! I was so lucky to have her taking care of Mochi. She was really attentive and made sure to take note of even the smallest details when it came to ensuring Mochi was well cared for. As a bonus, Mochi absolutely adored her and enjoyed her company! We can’t wait to have her back. I would recommend her to all my friends and family in a heartbeat.
Marissa shows my pets so much love when she is taking care of them. They are well take care of through making sure they are fed on time, always refreshing their water, walking them as need, and giving them so much love. I am never worried leaving them in her care knowing they are well taken care of. I highly recommend her for giving your pets some love.
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
I currently work full time, most days being 8-4, and I’m happy to pop in before and after work. Longer walks will be after 4 pm. On the weekends, I am available at any time.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsMarissa can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
- To give your pet the safest, most comfortable experience, I'd love to know a few details upfront: - Social Preferences & Behaviors: How they react around men, women, children, and other animals (dogs and cats). - Energy & Exercise Needs: Their typical energy level, favorite games, or any physical limitations (especially for puppies or seniors). - Food & Medication Details: For overnight stays or drop-ins, a detailed note on exact feeding amounts, dietary restrictions, and medication schedules (including timing and instructions). - Daily Routine: Their usual schedule with you for walks, meals, and bedtime—so I can keep their routine as consistent, familiar, and stress-free as possible!
Prices include all fees.