Natasha D.
Ypsilanti, MI
Services
Natasha can care for
Availability
I am a professional who works from home. Please be aware that pet sitting is not my full time job. I offer pet sitting on Rover because I enjoy spending time with dogs and kitties! I am typically able to visit outside my regular work schedule any time between 8a-10a and after 4pm. Sometimes I am able to accommodate additional times (such as during the lunch hour) depending on my schedule so please ask ahead of time! Expect me to arrive within a 2 hour window of the requested time. For example, if you request a 6:30pm visit, I will plan to come anywhere between 5:30-7:30pm. I may be able to accommodate specific time requests, but I do often have multiple clients in a single day or other responsibilities, I would prefer your flexibility if at all possible. I am not currently accepting recurring bookings.
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About Natasha D.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
**DROP-IN CARE POLICY:** My fee for 30 minute drop-ins covers the basics for one animal: food refresh, water change, litter box cleaning (if applicable), a short walk (if applicable), medication administration, and a little play time (with treats) with your baby! The dog/cat I am booked for is my top priority during a visit. Note in my profile that I do charge for each additional dog or cat in the household that needs care. Each dog or cat must have their own profile on Rover to be covered by the Rover Guarantee, but feel free to ask me during our meet and greet about the discounts I offer. I may charge an additional fee for other requested animal care, but will discuss with you first. **COMMUNICATION: I prioritize timely communication during all active bookings and will always respond to messages as soon as possible, particularly if a pet’s safety is at risk. To ensure your and my safety, I will only reply to messages sent within Rover. Once a booking ends, I typically respond to messages during regular daytime hours. I don’t monitor messages overnight, so if something urgent arises after hours, please contact Rover Support directly. Thank you for understanding and respecting these boundaries. **REVIEWS: I take additional time after each booking to review pet parents and pets. My reviews are typically submitted within a few days and up to a week after the booking has been completed. I always aim to provide the best possible care and communication. If something doesn’t meet your expectations, please reach out to me directly over Rover's message system so I can make it right. I truly value open communication and would much rather fix an issue in real time than leave you feeling disappointed after the booking. Your feedback helps me improve and ensures the best experience for you and your babies. ** **SERVICE RANGE SURCHARGES:** This doesn’t happen frequently (usually this applies for returning clients who have moved a little bit out of my service area) but I will assess a $.50 surcharge per mile, per visit, for every mile outside of my current range. I typically don’t travel more than 10 miles or around 20-25 minutes outside of my home for drop-ins so check my service area map on my profile prior to requesting a booking. **ACCESS TO HOME: Please ensure you have given me all keys or codes to get into your home or have a backup plan to ensure I can safely enter your home. I usually try to follow up with you at least 24 hours before a visit for access instructions, but it is ultimately your responsibility to make sure I have access. If I am unable to access your home at the time of the booking through no fault of my own, you will be charged for the full cost of the booking and you may be charged for additional visits if I have to return to the home. Please ensure you are close to your phone and have a local contact available during my booking window. If I arrive and there is a problem getting inside, and I cannot get a hold of you or a local contact within 15 minutes, I will leave the premises and you will still be charged for the full booking. No exceptions.** **SECURITY CAMERAS: I take privacy and trust very seriously. Be aware that Rover requires pet parents to disclose all cameras that will be in use during a stay or drop-in, and I will ask you about them in our initial meet & greet. Per Rover's policy, you may install cameras in common areas but not in private spaces, such as bedrooms or bathrooms. However, for everyone’s comfort, including myself and your pet babies, I prefer not to be live-monitored by in-home cameras during visits. I completely understand and encourage the use of cameras for general home security (I use them myself!), but I ask that live-viewing be disabled while I’m caring for your pets. This helps me focus fully on keeping them safe, calm, and happy. You are welcome to check footage afterward if needed. If this is not something you are willing to do, I would encourage you to seek out other local sitters who might best align with your expectations.** **MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION/PET HANDLING: I will always try my best to give them meds but if there is any aggression shown toward me while administering any medication, I may not be able to complete the task for safety reasons. I will communicate this with you in my check-in notes and may request I bring an additional handler (my spouse!) for other visits. This is frequently the case with any animal and their pills, eye drops, creams, intravenous medications, or inhalers that require me to handle them. Keep in mind your sweetie might let you do things with them they don’t allow from anyone else! Alternative methods that don’t require me handling them are preferred. If I determine during the course of a visit that an additional handler is required I will discuss this with you ahead of time and you can let me know whether you want me to bring an additional person in or forgo medication administration. Ultimately, safety is top priority for me!** **REFUND POLICY: I dedicate time exclusively to each booking, so full refunds aren’t available for services already provided. A 50% cancellation refund may be given within my three day cancellation period. A full refund will be given if you cancel before the 3 day window kicks in. I’m happy to work with parents to reschedule future bookings when life happens, but please be aware, I follow Rover’s official cancellation policies for all confirmed reservations.**
Information Natasha D. would like to know about your pet
It is vital to me that I know your dog or cat’s age, personality, health conditions, and weight ahead of time and If he has any particular quirks I should know about, such as how he shows his anxiety, if he prefers particular treats, his favorite toys and games, what commands he knows, and if he has particular off-limits spots on his body i shouldn’t touch such as paws. Many dogs don’t like strangers touching their feet, including my own! Many cats, for instance, don’t like to be touched on their bellies or have a special way they like being petted. I may ask you a number of detailed questions during our initial meet and greet. Usually this is when I grab the key or door code from you as well but let me know if you have an alternative way you’d like me to grab your key. I’ll also ask where to put keys after my last visit. I prefer not to have to come back to drop off keys, so alternative ways to get your keys back to you are preferred. Please ensure you provide me with your expected departure and arrival dates/times to your destination ahead of time, along with local emergency contacts and your preferred veterinarian. This information is helpful to me in case there is an emergency. For dogs, I will require we meet ahead of time and do a short test walk (5-10 min) to see if I will be a good fit for him. Some dogs, particularly large, high energy ones, are more difficult to handle and it helps me understand what to expect on walks. With cats, I like meeting them when you are present just to make sure we can get to know each other. I can usually accommodate last minute requests for their care especially for returning clients! I will ask about things like feeding schedules, litter box, and if they have a tendency to bolt when the door is opened. I also ask questions about their personality so I know what to expect when I walk in. With cats, they may interact differently with you, their owner, than with me, their sitter. If they run from me or don’t interact with me as much as they do you, it’s not a reflection on me or the cat, it just means they take additional time to warm up. Remember, they don’t understand when you leave and it can be stressful for them when you are away so behavior changes are normal. If you think you may have an especially shy kitty or dog or are worried about their behavior, I suggest booking me for a full hour or multiple visits a day with them. I don’t typically do house sits but can make some exceptions in certain circumstances. Talk to me about it ahead of time so we can work out a solution that’s best for you and your baby. New clients: Please expect to provide me a demo of you giving medication to your pet if it requires me handling them in any way vs just putting it in their food or water. If we will have a first time meet-and-greet, I need to know what to likely expect from a pet during my visit. I will tell you if I feel we won’t be a good fit. I prefer to be up front with potential clients about expectations. I want your baby to have the best possible experience while you’re away so I will tell you if I feel another sitter would meet your needs better. I greatly value the trust that is placed in me while you are away and take it seriously. I strongly recommend to ALL of my clients that you have everything written down before you leave. The rover app can be finicky especially in areas with low or no service.
A typical day
My dog Taco and I enjoy walks around our neighborhood and to the nearby park. I often play treat games with him and work on his commands with him while we’re out. We enjoy visiting the dog park on a semi-regular basis. With cats, I will always try to play (or cuddle!) with them if they want it. More active cat breeds such as torties and bengals appreciate the opportunity for enrichment. Cats often need stimulation as much as dogs do, though they can be choosy about who they interact with. Please be clear about your expectations for your sweetie’s care during our meet and greet. Whether you book me or end going with someone else, always ask lots of questions. Most often issues arise when communication breaks down with owners and I want to avoid that as much as possible. For example, If a pet can’t be left alone for longer than a few hours or need to be seen at specific times during the day I may not be a good fit as I typically have other clients I am visiting throughout the week along with my regular 9-5 job. Additionally, please let me know about any potential safety issues I need to be aware of that may affect the stay, such as finicky faucets that need to be jiggled to turn off, doors that stick or don't close all the way, aggressive neighborhood dogs, or appliances that need additional care if they are handled at all. I strongly recommend purchasing and installing an in-home monitoring system that checks for carbon monoxide or water leaks and sends them to your phone while you are away.
Location
Ypsilanti, MI
Pets
Natasha D. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
Gentle, cat lover, greyhound mom!
Pet care experience
***3/13 Note: accepting limited bookings for returning clients only at this time. Please check calendar for availability!*** Hi! I have 14 years experience working with young, special needs, or senior pets, particularly cats. I have 3 cats of my own and 1 goofy retired racing greyhound. I am certified in Pet First Aid and am background checked by Rover’s third party service. My pet first aid certification ID is 00NKPU6! I practice gentle redirection and positive reinforcement with my dog. I do not yell at or use negative reinforcement on animals in my care. I know there’s a lot of information to digest in my profile, but I want you to know exactly what you’re getting when you book me. No surprises means no unhappy pets or owners. Being away from your babies is stressful enough! You don’t need to be stressed out by your sitter too.
Cat care experience
Natasha also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Natasha did an excellent job caring for our kitties! It gave us a lot of peace of mind being gone for longer than we normally are. She was very communicative and responsive and gave us thorough report cards each day. I would highly recommend her for anyone looking for pet care :)
Natasha was a great sitter, very good to our cat, very communicative and she took great care of my cat. She provided frequent updates which we appreciated. Unfortunately, I have to mention that there was an incident where she accidentally bumped into the knob of our gas stove when replacing towels while drying her hands. We have video proof of this incident occurring. After returning from our trip, the entire home smelled of natural gas and our cat was exposed for over 24 hours while alone. The fire department had to be called and had to extract the natural gas from our home and we had to evacuate emergently. In spite of the evidence provided and my trying to speak to her about this incident, we have not really received an apology or accountability for this incident. She denied being near the stove, however , we do have a video confirming this. Thankfully my cat is okay, and while this was an accident, the safety threat to our pet, neighbors and our home was too much not to mention.
Natasha has watched our two cats twice now and does a wonderful job! She’s communicative and caring, we hope to hire her again in the future.
Thank you for taking care of James and Grace!
About Natasha D.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
**DROP-IN CARE POLICY:** My fee for 30 minute drop-ins covers the basics for one animal: food refresh, water change, litter box cleaning (if applicable), a short walk (if applicable), medication administration, and a little play time (with treats) with your baby! The dog/cat I am booked for is my top priority during a visit. Note in my profile that I do charge for each additional dog or cat in the household that needs care. Each dog or cat must have their own profile on Rover to be covered by the Rover Guarantee, but feel free to ask me during our meet and greet about the discounts I offer. I may charge an additional fee for other requested animal care, but will discuss with you first. **COMMUNICATION: I prioritize timely communication during all active bookings and will always respond to messages as soon as possible, particularly if a pet’s safety is at risk. To ensure your and my safety, I will only reply to messages sent within Rover. Once a booking ends, I typically respond to messages during regular daytime hours. I don’t monitor messages overnight, so if something urgent arises after hours, please contact Rover Support directly. Thank you for understanding and respecting these boundaries. **REVIEWS: I take additional time after each booking to review pet parents and pets. My reviews are typically submitted within a few days and up to a week after the booking has been completed. I always aim to provide the best possible care and communication. If something doesn’t meet your expectations, please reach out to me directly over Rover's message system so I can make it right. I truly value open communication and would much rather fix an issue in real time than leave you feeling disappointed after the booking. Your feedback helps me improve and ensures the best experience for you and your babies. ** **SERVICE RANGE SURCHARGES:** This doesn’t happen frequently (usually this applies for returning clients who have moved a little bit out of my service area) but I will assess a $.50 surcharge per mile, per visit, for every mile outside of my current range. I typically don’t travel more than 10 miles or around 20-25 minutes outside of my home for drop-ins so check my service area map on my profile prior to requesting a booking. **ACCESS TO HOME: Please ensure you have given me all keys or codes to get into your home or have a backup plan to ensure I can safely enter your home. I usually try to follow up with you at least 24 hours before a visit for access instructions, but it is ultimately your responsibility to make sure I have access. If I am unable to access your home at the time of the booking through no fault of my own, you will be charged for the full cost of the booking and you may be charged for additional visits if I have to return to the home. Please ensure you are close to your phone and have a local contact available during my booking window. If I arrive and there is a problem getting inside, and I cannot get a hold of you or a local contact within 15 minutes, I will leave the premises and you will still be charged for the full booking. No exceptions.** **SECURITY CAMERAS: I take privacy and trust very seriously. Be aware that Rover requires pet parents to disclose all cameras that will be in use during a stay or drop-in, and I will ask you about them in our initial meet & greet. Per Rover's policy, you may install cameras in common areas but not in private spaces, such as bedrooms or bathrooms. However, for everyone’s comfort, including myself and your pet babies, I prefer not to be live-monitored by in-home cameras during visits. I completely understand and encourage the use of cameras for general home security (I use them myself!), but I ask that live-viewing be disabled while I’m caring for your pets. This helps me focus fully on keeping them safe, calm, and happy. You are welcome to check footage afterward if needed. If this is not something you are willing to do, I would encourage you to seek out other local sitters who might best align with your expectations.** **MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION/PET HANDLING: I will always try my best to give them meds but if there is any aggression shown toward me while administering any medication, I may not be able to complete the task for safety reasons. I will communicate this with you in my check-in notes and may request I bring an additional handler (my spouse!) for other visits. This is frequently the case with any animal and their pills, eye drops, creams, intravenous medications, or inhalers that require me to handle them. Keep in mind your sweetie might let you do things with them they don’t allow from anyone else! Alternative methods that don’t require me handling them are preferred. If I determine during the course of a visit that an additional handler is required I will discuss this with you ahead of time and you can let me know whether you want me to bring an additional person in or forgo medication administration. Ultimately, safety is top priority for me!** **REFUND POLICY: I dedicate time exclusively to each booking, so full refunds aren’t available for services already provided. A 50% cancellation refund may be given within my three day cancellation period. A full refund will be given if you cancel before the 3 day window kicks in. I’m happy to work with parents to reschedule future bookings when life happens, but please be aware, I follow Rover’s official cancellation policies for all confirmed reservations.**
Information Natasha D. would like to know about your pet
It is vital to me that I know your dog or cat’s age, personality, health conditions, and weight ahead of time and If he has any particular quirks I should know about, such as how he shows his anxiety, if he prefers particular treats, his favorite toys and games, what commands he knows, and if he has particular off-limits spots on his body i shouldn’t touch such as paws. Many dogs don’t like strangers touching their feet, including my own! Many cats, for instance, don’t like to be touched on their bellies or have a special way they like being petted. I may ask you a number of detailed questions during our initial meet and greet. Usually this is when I grab the key or door code from you as well but let me know if you have an alternative way you’d like me to grab your key. I’ll also ask where to put keys after my last visit. I prefer not to have to come back to drop off keys, so alternative ways to get your keys back to you are preferred. Please ensure you provide me with your expected departure and arrival dates/times to your destination ahead of time, along with local emergency contacts and your preferred veterinarian. This information is helpful to me in case there is an emergency. For dogs, I will require we meet ahead of time and do a short test walk (5-10 min) to see if I will be a good fit for him. Some dogs, particularly large, high energy ones, are more difficult to handle and it helps me understand what to expect on walks. With cats, I like meeting them when you are present just to make sure we can get to know each other. I can usually accommodate last minute requests for their care especially for returning clients! I will ask about things like feeding schedules, litter box, and if they have a tendency to bolt when the door is opened. I also ask questions about their personality so I know what to expect when I walk in. With cats, they may interact differently with you, their owner, than with me, their sitter. If they run from me or don’t interact with me as much as they do you, it’s not a reflection on me or the cat, it just means they take additional time to warm up. Remember, they don’t understand when you leave and it can be stressful for them when you are away so behavior changes are normal. If you think you may have an especially shy kitty or dog or are worried about their behavior, I suggest booking me for a full hour or multiple visits a day with them. I don’t typically do house sits but can make some exceptions in certain circumstances. Talk to me about it ahead of time so we can work out a solution that’s best for you and your baby. New clients: Please expect to provide me a demo of you giving medication to your pet if it requires me handling them in any way vs just putting it in their food or water. If we will have a first time meet-and-greet, I need to know what to likely expect from a pet during my visit. I will tell you if I feel we won’t be a good fit. I prefer to be up front with potential clients about expectations. I want your baby to have the best possible experience while you’re away so I will tell you if I feel another sitter would meet your needs better. I greatly value the trust that is placed in me while you are away and take it seriously. I strongly recommend to ALL of my clients that you have everything written down before you leave. The rover app can be finicky especially in areas with low or no service.
A typical day
My dog Taco and I enjoy walks around our neighborhood and to the nearby park. I often play treat games with him and work on his commands with him while we’re out. We enjoy visiting the dog park on a semi-regular basis. With cats, I will always try to play (or cuddle!) with them if they want it. More active cat breeds such as torties and bengals appreciate the opportunity for enrichment. Cats often need stimulation as much as dogs do, though they can be choosy about who they interact with. Please be clear about your expectations for your sweetie’s care during our meet and greet. Whether you book me or end going with someone else, always ask lots of questions. Most often issues arise when communication breaks down with owners and I want to avoid that as much as possible. For example, If a pet can’t be left alone for longer than a few hours or need to be seen at specific times during the day I may not be a good fit as I typically have other clients I am visiting throughout the week along with my regular 9-5 job. Additionally, please let me know about any potential safety issues I need to be aware of that may affect the stay, such as finicky faucets that need to be jiggled to turn off, doors that stick or don't close all the way, aggressive neighborhood dogs, or appliances that need additional care if they are handled at all. I strongly recommend purchasing and installing an in-home monitoring system that checks for carbon monoxide or water leaks and sends them to your phone while you are away.
Natasha D.
Ypsilanti, MI