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Marissa S.

Harlem, New York, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
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Services

Marissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Marissa can care for

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

Availability

I work full time at a cafe, so I usually don’t have free time during the day. Evening walks and visits are going to be more viable.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Marissa S.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

If your pet/s are staying over, they will be following whatever routine they are used to, but they get two new doggos friends on top of that! And lots of new smells. If I am doing a drop in service or dog walk, similarly I will follow whatever special instructions you have given me. I want them to be happy and healthy while you are away.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Marissa S. would like to know about your pet

They must be ok with other animals if they are staying over. I’ll need to know any personality traits that are important, allergies and any experiences they’ve had in the past that may have an effect on them today. I have no breed preferences.

A typical day

When a dog stays with me they will receive 24/7 engagement with humans and other dogs. They will go home happy and healthy. We will go on walks and have lots of play time and cuddles.

Location

New York, NY

Marissa S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Energetic and Caring Pet Lover

Pet care experience

I have an apartment, available for day and overnight stays. I regularly walk dogs as well as home visits. For friends and strangers. I run things out of my own home but don’t mind going to where you are. Dogs are the most genuine and loving creatures. They deserve the best service. I am willing to work with any age and special need. I have been working with dogs professionally for 16 years but have ALWAYS loved them unconditionally. I am also a big fan of cats and any other animal. I look forward to chatting about the animal or animals you have and what you will need from me to help you. I have never met a pet I don’t get along with or can’t work with in some way.

Reviews

Asher M.
Drop-In Visits • May 17, 2026
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Marissa is the best, reliable, and my girls love her :) she also leaves very funny updates!

Paul J.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 04, 2026
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Marissa clearly loves animals and is 100% reliable. She even braved a blizzard to care for our two cats. You can book her for your pets and relax, knowing they will be well cared for.

Lindsay F.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 04, 2025
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Marissa did an absolutely wonderful job caring for our three cats! Took time before the booking to come over to the apartment, walk through everything, and pick up the keys. Daily messages and photo updates made me so happy ! Followed all instructions thoroughly. I could tell Marissa genuinely enjoyed getting to know the kitties which gave me so much peace of mind while we were away, highly recommend!

Mallory R.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 30, 2025
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Marissa went above and beyond and made me feel super comfortable that things were taken care of while we were out of town.

About Marissa S.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

If your pet/s are staying over, they will be following whatever routine they are used to, but they get two new doggos friends on top of that! And lots of new smells. If I am doing a drop in service or dog walk, similarly I will follow whatever special instructions you have given me. I want them to be happy and healthy while you are away.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Marissa S. would like to know about your pet

They must be ok with other animals if they are staying over. I’ll need to know any personality traits that are important, allergies and any experiences they’ve had in the past that may have an effect on them today. I have no breed preferences.

A typical day

When a dog stays with me they will receive 24/7 engagement with humans and other dogs. They will go home happy and healthy. We will go on walks and have lots of play time and cuddles.

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Marissa S.

Harlem, New York, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews