Profile image

Marnie R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
Profile image

Marnie R.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
35 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Pet Portrait Artist/Expert Pet Care

I treat your pet like my own. (I have a 2 year old Australian shepherd and a 4 year old cat, both of whom I love dearly.) And I’m a classically trained artist who offers a one time 15% off pet portrait prices for people who book house sitting with me for over 7 days. I’ve been pet sitting since I was a child and my friends, family and neighbors have all hired me to look after their animals. As you can see by my photos, I’ve taken care of everything from dogs and cats to chickens! I would love to introduce myself to your fur-baby and see if we’re a good fit. Although I will stay the entire night with your pet, I will occasionally need time away to go to the grocery store and run errands. If your pet needs 24 hours of care, I can provide this for $50 more per night. Feel free to specify this in our initial point of communication.

Cat care experience

Profile image
Your cat & I are a purrfect match!

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

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I am a diligent note taker when given instructions and have no problems clarifying instructions that aren’t clear. I follow those instructions to the tee.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
stars
3 ratings
Courtney M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 27, 2026

Marnie is amazing! This being our first time leaving without our little munchkin, we were very nervous. Marnie was spectacular from the meet and greet all the way through our trip. She treated our little one the same as we would. We're even considering taking more trips now that we have a such great support at home. Could not have been happier with it first time experience!

Profile image
Leslie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 16, 2025

This was our first experience hiring a pet sitter for our two dogs and Marnie did an excellent job!! We were gone for two weeks and one of my dogs required daily eye drops. Marnie had experience giving medication and that made me feel better about being gone. Marnie was reliable, patient and clearly experienced. We received daily updates, photos and videos of Cali and Harley, which really put us at ease while we were away. When we returned, our dogs were happy, healthy and well cared for. We highly recommend Marnie and will definitely rebook with her the next time we go out of town!!

Profile image
Profile image
Ann Z.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Nov 06, 2025

As always, Marnie kept my babies safe, healthy, and happy. It gives me such peace of mind to know she's here taking such good care of them. I feel incredibly grateful to have been able to relax and thoroughly enjoy my holiday because of Marnie's experience with and love for animals. Thanks again, Marnie the three of us love and appreciate you ❤️

Profile image
Profile image
AnnGelina Z.
Jul 06, 2025

Marnie was incredible! It's normally pretty difficult to earn my kitties' trust. But they must just instinctualy know that she's a good, trustworthy person. Normally, when my boy hears the door open, he bolts and you know how kitties always seem to have at least one hiding place that even you don't know about? Well, that's where he would go, and stay until he could hear the person leaving. It was only about the second time she came over, and there he was! The elusive one showed himself to her! My girl, his sister is fairly sassy and likes to "scratch" to I guess, make sure we all understand that she rules the roost! Well, Marnie is so good with animals that she doesn't get up set or jump back and scream at her, or even expect me to correct her behavior (btw-as kitty parents, you probably know "correct her [insert any kitty's name] behavior" is a complete misnomer!). Marnie just carries on her conversation with her❤️ accepting and loving my girl ❤️ My floofers have kept me from traveling much in the past. (This recent trip was for medical reasons and couldn't be avoided.). But when she stays with them, I come home and they don't act starved for attention and the wrath I receive from my girl seems to not last as long! All of this to say, I would suggest Marnie to take care of anyone's babies. I trust her to treat them like they're part of her family. Now I don't feel anxious about leaving them behind. I feel free to travel! I'm not worried about their health and safety now! Plus, I don't feel guilty to leave them for a time. I know they will want for nothing. Additionally, I know that my home will be safe. Now, with her, I'm ready to plan a trip to spend some time with my family!! Thank you so much, Marnie

Colleen C.
Jul 03, 2025

Marnie arrived with notebook in hand to learn about my animals. I provided an overview and she met with me prior to cover the details. Marnie ensured all of my "kids" were cared for well. She called when she had a question and made me feel as though she was caring for her own. Upon my return, everything was in order....even the dishes were washed from my dog's fresh food.

Calendar and availability

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
SMTWTFS

Schedule

I’m currently working 9:30 am to 5:30 pm Fridays and Saterdays and am completely available Sunday-Thursday. (I’m available to stay on the weekend if your pet doesn’t need one on one time from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm Fridays and Saturdays.)

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Marnie can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Let me know if your fur baby has any special needs I can account for. I've given senior dogs their eye drops, medicine and supplements and followed lifting instructions for small elderly dogs. And have given specific treats to finicky kitties.
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.