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Marissa M.

Columbia Heights, DC

5.0 out of 5 stars
•14 reviews
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Pet Whisperer

Pet care experience

First of all, I love dogs (and cats)! Beyond my personal experience in pet ownership (my entire life), I have pet sit for families in California and in Washington, D.C. I also spent a year volunteering for an animal shelter, where I helped to feed dogs/cats, clean their kennels and take them out to walk and socialize. I feel at ease around animals, and they seem to feel at ease around me. Happy to feed, play, cuddle, wash, and walk your dog as needed! My routine for pet care varies by the demands of the pet owner, but I am flexible and am happy to do things in a particular order if requested. I am friendly, responsible, considerate and very communicative. I respond to initial requests usually within a few hours. Please feel free to ask me any additional questions you may have. Let's talk!

Reviews

Robert M.
Dog Boarding • Jun 23, 2023
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Marissa was fantastic! Highly recommend. Friendly, easy-going, and skilled at her craft! We'll definitely look for Marissa's availability next time Bowdie needs a sleepover!

Giannina R.
House Sitting • Nov 25, 2019
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Marissa is the absolute best and was so wonderful with my cat. She kept me informed of how he was doing with daily messages and pictures. He seemed to love her instantly and was very happy while I was gone. My apartment was also spotless when I came back! I highly recommend her and would trust her with any pet.

Jonathan R.
House Sitting • Jul 01, 2019
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Marissa was terrific. She is incredibly comfortable around dogs and is highly responsible. Our trip was worry free.

Rachel D.
House Sitting • Nov 07, 2018
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Marissa is the sweetest dog sitter & is always so great with our pups, Hudson and Maggie. Highly recommend!!

About Marissa M.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Whether at your place, or at mine, I aim to follow your pet's normal routine according to your specifications as much as possible. Please let me know how I can help they be most comfortable.

Home

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

Information Marissa M. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any medications that I need to administer or any personality quirks I need to account for (for example, if something will trigger them on a walk). I have experience with dogs of all sorts, including rescues, and as long as I know what to look out for, we have a smooth experience together!

A typical day

I aim to follow your pet's normal routine but love taking them out for fun walks in nice neighborhoods and parks. Always happy to play and cuddle with them at home as well!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$47per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$15per visit

Marissa can host

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

I work Mon-Fri (9-5, etc.) and go into the office 2 days a week (Tues & Wed). Otherwise I’m home and your pet will get all the attention they need!

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Marissa M.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Whether at your place, or at mine, I aim to follow your pet's normal routine according to your specifications as much as possible. Please let me know how I can help they be most comfortable.

Home

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

Information Marissa M. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any medications that I need to administer or any personality quirks I need to account for (for example, if something will trigger them on a walk). I have experience with dogs of all sorts, including rescues, and as long as I know what to look out for, we have a smooth experience together!

A typical day

I aim to follow your pet's normal routine but love taking them out for fun walks in nice neighborhoods and parks. Always happy to play and cuddle with them at home as well!

Location

Washington, DC

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Marissa M.

Columbia Heights, DC

5.0 out of 5 stars
•14 reviews