Hello! My name is Marissa. I’ve owned and fostered pets my whole life. In 2016, I started pet sitting and dog walking on Rover. Over the past 8 years, I’ve cared for pets of all ages, sizes, and personalities. I take great care in making sure my pet clients are comfortable, happy, and well-loved. • Drop-in visits: During drop-ins, I stop by and take care of anything your pet may need. This can include a combination of things like feeding, playtime, cuddling, giving medication, scooping litter boxes, or spending time in the yard. • Dog walking: I used to be a full-time dog walker, so I understand that dogs have different needs and quirks on walks. If your dog is walking primarily for exercise, I will make sure that we maintain a good pace. I'm happy to reinforce training or stick to any routines that your dog may have. In my pack, I bring extra poop bags, water, and a collapsible bowl. Upon leaving the house, I make sure water bowls are full and the door is locked. • House sitting: During a typical house sitting stay, I spend most of my time with the pets and leave occasionally. When I do leave, I always make sure it’s within the duration we discuss. I don’t typically leave pets for more than 4 hours at a time, unless it’s part of their usual routine. I love taking dogs on walks and making sure they get plenty of time outside, if that’s something they enjoy. I follow instructions carefully and keep homes tidy. I'm happy to do anything you might need done around the house, like collect the mail, water the plants, or take out the trash. I typically send between 1-3 updates with multiple photos per day, but it’s completely up to your preferences. I keep my phone on me at all times, so you can always text or call to check in. • Pets that aren’t dogs and cats: I happily watch pets of any kind, and even do plant care visits. Just request me for a drop-in and we can talk about the details.