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Marissa M.

Highland Park, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•11 reviews
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Dependable PhD Student-I love dogs!

Pet care experience

I am a graduate student in UVM’s clinical psychology PhD program, living in Pittsburgh while I complete my doctoral internship at Allegheny General Hospital. I grew up caring for dogs, and love the joy and positivity interacting with dogs brings to my life! I am dedicated to taking great care of the dogs I work with, and communicate closely with owners. Prior to rescuing my own dog, I boarded dogs in my home through Rover for over a year, serving my community as a trusted sitter. I took the past 10 months off from Rover as I moved from VT to Pittsburgh, rescued a dog, and completed my doctoral dissertation. Now, I am excited to be back to working with dogs again! Currently, I offer boarding for one small-medium dog at a time in my home, dog walking, and drop-in services. For dog boarding, please know I have a sweet and friendly corgi named Lucy who will be here to keep your pup company! I am dependable, responsible, skilled in my abilities to connect with dogs, and active! I’ve worked with a number of breeds over the years, and am comfortable with dogs of all sizes and ages. I have experience walking both reactive and anxious dogs as well, and am comfortable supporting dogs with all different types of needs.

Reviews

Taylor M.
Dog Boarding • Apr 22, 2024
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Marissa was super communicative and wonderful to work with!!

Amy S.
Dog Boarding • Apr 09, 2023
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Marissa is great, we highly recommend her. We know our dog is happy and well cared for when he is with her!

Amy S.
Dog Boarding • Feb 25, 2023
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Marissa was great. She was really good with our pup. Super easy to communicate with. She also sent photo updates which were fun. I will definitely use her again!

Sarah I.
Dog Boarding • Feb 01, 2023
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Marissa did a great job with our dog, Callie! We highly recommend her

About Marissa M.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I follow all owner’s instructions carefully. I take dogs on leashed walks, and provide positive reinforcement and encouragement to your pups. There may be some flexibility for my corgi to join on walks as well, if your pup enjoys company! However, she would only join if 1) doing so would enhance your dog's experience and 2) my fiancé is available to walk her, as I am committed to handling YOUR dog at any given time. Importantly, I also am committed to only providing walking services for one client at a time.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Marissa M. would like to know about your pet

Walk routines; Any special needs; walk preferences; how comfortable the dog is encountering other people or dogs on walks; types of reinforcement used (e.g., treats, clickers etc); feeding and play routines/preferences if boarding

A typical day

I love to foster supportive and positive, boarding, walk, and/or drop in experiences for the dogs I work with. I want to make sure your dog gets the exercise they need, and has fun doing so!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$40per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$15per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$15per walk

Marissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Marissa can watch in your home

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

Availability

My schedule is fairly flexible. I will do my best to accommodate the needs of your dog! I am good about updating my calendar with accurate availability.

Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated 7 days ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Marissa M.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I follow all owner’s instructions carefully. I take dogs on leashed walks, and provide positive reinforcement and encouragement to your pups. There may be some flexibility for my corgi to join on walks as well, if your pup enjoys company! However, she would only join if 1) doing so would enhance your dog's experience and 2) my fiancé is available to walk her, as I am committed to handling YOUR dog at any given time. Importantly, I also am committed to only providing walking services for one client at a time.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Marissa M. would like to know about your pet

Walk routines; Any special needs; walk preferences; how comfortable the dog is encountering other people or dogs on walks; types of reinforcement used (e.g., treats, clickers etc); feeding and play routines/preferences if boarding

A typical day

I love to foster supportive and positive, boarding, walk, and/or drop in experiences for the dogs I work with. I want to make sure your dog gets the exercise they need, and has fun doing so!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

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Pets

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Marissa M.

Highland Park, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•11 reviews