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Marla C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Marla C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $35 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Accepts 1 client at a time

Pet care experience

Responsible Cat lover in Acton

I have taken care cats and dogs my whole life. I am extremely reliable, responsible, and trustworthy. I have two cats of my own that I completely adore!!!

Qualifications

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

Ratings and reviews

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5 ratings
Bridget K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 16, 2026

We had a great experience with Marla and her husband. It was our first time leaving our 2 kitties (11 month old siblings, Bella and Bozo) and we were wary about having them stay at someone else’s home vs having someone come to our house. We only had them for about 2 months before leaving them. We weren’t sure how they’d react to being away from home with new people and other cats. Marla had a separate room that the kitties have as their own if desired. They were brought right into the separate where they were able to familiarize themselves with their new surroundings and different smells of a new place and other kitties. Marla’s cats were kept in their bedroom so as to allow our kitties time to adjust. It didn’t take long for them to begin exploring their new environment. We left them feeling very comfortable knowing that they would be taken well care of. Apparently, our initial fears were all for nothing because they settled in quickly and seemed to enjoy themselves. We received pictures daily that eased our worries while we were away. They had perches to sit on and watch the birds outside and there were a lot of toys and scratching posts to enjoy. I highly recommend Marla to anyone who has never left their cat before, and to anyone who has left their cat before and may not have had a good experience. BK

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Hyunsook P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 09, 2025

Marla took such great care of my cat while I was traveling that I was able to enjoy my trip without any worries. She went above and beyond everything I asked for. I highly recommend her.

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Jennifer S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 01, 2025

Marla was great from start to finish! Very caring and thoughtful and it’s clear my cat was well taken care of. Thank you Marla!

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Sue G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 14, 2024

Marla is the best. She took exceptional care of my cat and he loved her visits. She is very conscientious , she made sure my cats feeding area was kept clean and she even brushed him and made sure he had some playtime. I going to hire her again and would gladly give her a reference.

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Angelly A.
Jul 01, 2024

Marla was so good with Miso! I was very nervous to leave him with someone he was not familiar with but Marla made miso feel so safe and right at home with her! Followed Miso's routine well and did a great job in keeping me updated and sending me cute pictures of him while I was away!

Iara C.
Jun 30, 2024

Marla is an incredible pet caregiver. She has experience caring for cats with different backgrounds and needs. She is skilled in giving medications and providing special care for elderly cats. She also has experience with younger cats, and enjoys keeping up with their high energy. She is loving, and takes care of others’ pets as her own.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am home all day. I work at home with a very flexible schedule. Also I am available on weekends and holidays for your convenience.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a spare room for extra playroom, and they will have the run of the entire home. Lots of private areas for when they want alone time.

Pets

A typical day

I like to interact a lot with all the pets in my home. I am constantly talking to them while playing or quietly sitting on the couch for cuddles.

Cats
Takes only 1 client at a time
Marla can host up to 2 pets per night
I love to know about their personality and habits. What their usual routine is so I can make them comfortable. Favorite toys and games are also really helpful to keep them entertained.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.