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Mark R.

Star Sitter

Pullman,, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
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Services

Mark can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I work mostly from home, doing business that is based on product reviews. It's the type of work where I am very flexible, so I can step out from time to time to take care of pets.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Mark R.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I don't think I should have another pet in my home as my dog doesn't get along with other dogs, but I have recent experience taking care of pets in people's houses.

Information Mark R. would like to know about your pet

If you have a cat that you want to stay indoors, please let me know if it is skittish. I would hate to have it try to escape when I'm just trying to take care of it. If you dog is unfriendly toward me from the get-go, I'm willing to give him/her a chance, but if it is giving me deep throaty growls before I leave, that isn't a sign that the dog will accept me.

A typical day

I like to play fetch, as well as give them a lot of attention. Without the owners around, pets tend to get lonely, so the more time that I can spend with them, the more comforted they will be.

Location

Pullman,, WA

Mark R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Mark R. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

I Love the dogs, I love the cats!

Pet care experience

I really love dogs, have one of my own, and will always have at least one dog. As far as cats go, I grew up with one, and even though I don't have one now, I really care for these guys.

Cat care experience

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I love the cats, I love the dogs.

Mark also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Jennifer K.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 21, 2026
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Excellent!

Sherry R.
Drop-In Visits • May 15, 2026
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Mark does an amazing job caring for our sweet cat. He also gets our mail and waters our house plants and out door plants. Anything you need done, Mark is happy to help. Strongly recommend Mark for your pet care needs

Laura P.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 18, 2026
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Mark took care of the cats every day as arranged.

Melody V.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 05, 2026
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Mark has watched my pets twice and he did a great job both times. The first time, I had a dog that had recently become disabled and had to be assisted outside with a special vest on to hold him up. It wasn't an easy job, but Mark stuck it out and took care of him and our other dog for a week. The second time we hired Mark, was a year later and two weeks after we had lost our disabled dog. Our 12 year old lab is an easy dog to care for, but it was the first time we had left her without her buddy, since she was a puppy. Mark showed up reliably and spent extra time with her to help her tolerate her new life as an only dog. You can tell Mark cares about their emotional needs, as well as their physical requirements.

About Mark R.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I don't think I should have another pet in my home as my dog doesn't get along with other dogs, but I have recent experience taking care of pets in people's houses.

Information Mark R. would like to know about your pet

If you have a cat that you want to stay indoors, please let me know if it is skittish. I would hate to have it try to escape when I'm just trying to take care of it. If you dog is unfriendly toward me from the get-go, I'm willing to give him/her a chance, but if it is giving me deep throaty growls before I leave, that isn't a sign that the dog will accept me.

A typical day

I like to play fetch, as well as give them a lot of attention. Without the owners around, pets tend to get lonely, so the more time that I can spend with them, the more comforted they will be.

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Mark R.

Star Sitter

Pullman,, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews