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Mercedes R.

4.9 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Mercedes R.

4.9 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $45 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
17 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

It's a Dogs World

I am a huge animal lover, I believe dogs / animals want just as much love as they give to you. I have been pet sitting for about 17 years now since I was 14 from sitting for my family members to sitting for friends, neighbors, and even for my co-workers. I consider all dogs to be puppies, big or small, young or old! Dogs are like four legged kids that I have always wanted. I have cared for many dogs, I am good with puppies, and senior dogs and dogs who have special needs or just need a little extra attention, love and care. I'll treat your baby like they are my own! I love going to the dog park and the doggy beach! Please note I will charge of fee of $10-$30 for dogs that are 8 months or older who have reoccurring accidents in my home. I have a dog myself. I spend most of my time catering to her and giving her the best life she can have in her short lifetime and will do the same for every pupper that comes into my life/home.

Cat care experience

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

Qualifications

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.9
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46 ratings
Gabriella G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Nov 30, 2025

Mercedes was great and took great care of our dogs, cat, and house while we were away! This was our first time using an in-house sitter through Rover and we are very happy with the way things were handled. She send pictures daily, responded promptly to messages, left the house clean, and fed the animals and let them out as instructed. Definitely recommend.

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Christina G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 19, 2025

Mercedes was an absolute A+ sitter! Definitely will use her services again! I came home to a happy puppy!

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Diana N.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 12, 2025

Stay was fine. Had some minor changes with timing. Didnt get many updates as I wanted but got some

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Jennifer P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 10, 2025

Mercedes always does a great job of taking care of Bella. Bella loves going to her house!!

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Melissa D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 01, 2025

Mercedes is an outstanding sitter, I was grateful to accept this last minute booking she was very accommodating and understanding!! She stayed at the house and took great care of our girls! We will definitely use her and recommend her to anyone we know !!

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R P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 14, 2025

Mercedes has been and is always an outstanding dog sitter for us. I would highly recommend Mercedes to anyone.

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Schedule

I work a flexible hybrid schedule M-F so I am home and in office depending on the day. I also work 10 minutes from my home and come home on my lunch break to let my pup out to potty and play and will do so for your pups too when I am in office.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have a very dog friendly home, dog toy bins in every room and my spare bedroom dedicated to my pupper and any pups who come to visit or stay! I give pups free range of my home but I also have a big dog crate if you prefer them to stay in when not home and baby gates to separate if need be.

Pets

A typical day

I like exercising, so I will go on nice long walks / runs with the puppies all over the neighborhood or take them to the dog park, I love going to the doggie beach and playing catch or keep away.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Mercedes can host up to 2 pets per night
Please inform me on any medical or strict diet / schedule your dog or dogs may be on, or any toy/food aggression, and territorial behavior?
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.