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Medea G.

Rockford, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
87 reviews
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Services

Medea can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Medea can care for

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

Availability

I’m deeply passionate about animal care, and I’m here to give your pet the attention, safety, and fun they deserve. Whether your dog needs a calm, structured walk or an active adventure, I’m here to help! Feel free to reach out, and I look forward to working with you and your furry friend soon!

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About Medea G.

Communication

31 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

At home, I have a 200-pound Daniff (Great Dane/Mastiff mix) who is reactive, and I take him everywhere with me—whether we're hiking, camping, canicross, rally obedience, or paddleboarding. Despite his reactivity, I’ve built a strong bond with him, and we navigate the world together confidently. This experience has made me especially passionate about working with reactive dogs, and I specialize in helping pups with similar behaviors. In addition to my dog experience, I spend a lot of time working with native wildlife in rescue and rehabilitation, and I can also provide basic medical care for pets and administer medications when needed.

Home

Has 1 dog

Information Medea G. would like to know about your pet

I am comfortable around any dog or cat. I work with exotic animals so I’m pretty comfortable around anything. Just let me know if your baby has any bad habits or concerns you would like me to help work on!

A typical day

Lots and lots of enrichment!! It’s important to use enrichment tactics like making puzzles, new smells, and training to keep dogs happy and healthy! Its important to challenge our babies to help their brains grow and reach their full potential!

Location

Rockford, IL

Medea G.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Giant Dog Owner and Zookeeper

Pet care experience

Hi there! I'm Medea, and I've spent my entire life immersed in the world of animals. From working with exotics in zoo care to training and competing with horses, my background in animal care is extensive and diverse. Over the years, I’ve honed my skills in dog training, walking, behavioral health, and dog sports, which has given me the confidence to work with a wide variety of breeds and temperaments, including those who are reactive.

Reviews

Linda Z.
House Sitting • Jan 02, 2026
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Medea has been great! She has such a good understanding of what keeps pets happy, especially large, reactive dogs. My Jake (a 152 pound King Shepherd) is totally in love with her. Not only does she provide loving care for both my cat and dog, but skillfully managed Jake’s complex medication regimen. I feel I’ve gained more freedom to do things without my “kids” since she has come into our lives.

John M.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 28, 2025
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Medea did a wonderful job caring for my sweet River. She made sure that he got some play time, some deck time and always left him with fresh food, water and a clean litter box. She treated him like he was her own kitty. I’m so grateful to have Madea to call when I need a sitter for River. Thanks for everything!

Cynthia M.
House Sitting • Sep 16, 2025
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Medea is wonderful. She took such great care of our sweet big girl. Daily check ins and photos eased our minds and we were able to truly enjoy our time away. She left our house clean and even did laundry (even though we told her not to worry about it). We are thrilled we have someone we can trust with our beloved pet and home. Thank you again for everything.

Cameron H.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 18, 2025
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Medea took great care of Vittles! He was happily purring when we got home today.

About Medea G.

Communication

31 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

At home, I have a 200-pound Daniff (Great Dane/Mastiff mix) who is reactive, and I take him everywhere with me—whether we're hiking, camping, canicross, rally obedience, or paddleboarding. Despite his reactivity, I’ve built a strong bond with him, and we navigate the world together confidently. This experience has made me especially passionate about working with reactive dogs, and I specialize in helping pups with similar behaviors. In addition to my dog experience, I spend a lot of time working with native wildlife in rescue and rehabilitation, and I can also provide basic medical care for pets and administer medications when needed.

Home

Has 1 dog

Information Medea G. would like to know about your pet

I am comfortable around any dog or cat. I work with exotic animals so I’m pretty comfortable around anything. Just let me know if your baby has any bad habits or concerns you would like me to help work on!

A typical day

Lots and lots of enrichment!! It’s important to use enrichment tactics like making puzzles, new smells, and training to keep dogs happy and healthy! Its important to challenge our babies to help their brains grow and reach their full potential!

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.
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Medea G.

Rockford, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
87 reviews