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Megan R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Megan R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for Boarding

from $48 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Flexible Summer Sitter

In addition to having dogs and cats as my childhood pets, I also worked with the Puppy Jake Foundation training service dogs for wounded veterans for two years, and spent a summer interning at Kawa Farms K-9 Training. I have always adored all pets, but dogs and cats have a special place in my heart! I’m spending the summer in Ames and have a flexible schedule, so I’m available for last-minute bookings, frequent walks, overnight care, and lots of attention/playtime.

Cat care experience

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future cat lady

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

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
50% bookings with photo updates
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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1 rating
Cindy H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 31, 2026

MEGAN did a great job with our doggo. She kept in communication when she had questions and shared some fun photos of her time with our doggo. We came home to a happy and relaxed pup! Would recommend her to anyone looking for detailed oriented dogsitter and caring for your pet like it's her own.

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Pat R.
Jan 16, 2023

Megan is very passionate about dogs and loves to play with them. She is responsible, caring, and dogs love her. She is a great sitter!

Heather R.
Jan 15, 2023

Megan loves and cares for all animals, but particularly dogs! Since she was very little she's been drawn to dogs and enjoys playing with and caring for them. We had a family dog for many years (who clearly preferred her company over anyone else's!), and she was an enthusiastic caretaker of him. If you entrust your dog to Megan's care, you'll find her to be affectionate, attentive to their needs, and devoted to their happiness! ❤️🐾❤️🐾 Heather Riley (Megan's mom)

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Schedule

I’m working part-time remotely over the summer, which gives me a very flexible schedule and plenty of time to dedicate to caring for pets. I typically work about 4–5 hours on weekdays, leaving me with lots of availability for drop-in visits, walks, boarding, daycare, and overnight sitting. Because I spend most of my time at home, I’m able to give pets lots of attention, supervision, playtime, and companionship throughout the day. I also have flexibility for early morning, evening, and weekend care, and I’m happy to accommodate pets’ normal routines as closely as possible to help them feel comfortable and cared for.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I make sure every pet feels safe, comfortable, and cared for based on their individual routine and needs. I’m attentive to feeding schedules, potty breaks, exercise, playtime, medication instructions, and any specific preferences owners share with me. In my home, pets would have plenty of attention, supervision, and space to relax indoors. I do have an unfenced yard, so all outdoor time would be supervised and pets would always be kept safely on a leash when outside. In clients’ homes, I do my best to maintain pets’ normal routines to help them feel comfortable while their owners are away. I’m happy to provide walks, playtime, cuddles, updates/photos, and lots of companionship throughout the visit. I also make sure the home stays clean and secure while I’m there.

A typical day

I love spending time with animals and making sure they stay active, comfortable, and entertained while they’re with me! I enjoy going on walks and would love to take dogs on regular walks around the neighborhood or to get some extra outdoor time and exercise. At home, pets would have plenty of space to relax, play, and snuggle up on the furniture if they’re allowed to at home. I also have roommates who love animals, so pets would get lots of attention, affection, and companionship throughout the day. I’m happy to adjust activities based on each pet’s personality and energy level, whether that’s playtime, cuddles, relaxing together, or getting outside for fresh air and exercise.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Megan can host up to 2 pets per night
Before caring for a pet, I’d love to know about their normal routine, feeding schedule, energy level, and any preferences that help them feel most comfortable. It’s also very helpful to know about any behavioral concerns, anxieties, triggers, medical needs, medications, or special instructions ahead of time so I can provide the safest and best care possible. I want every pet to feel as comfortable and stress-free as possible while their owner is away, so the more information you can provide about their personality and daily habits, the better!
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.