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Patience P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
23 repeat clients
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Patience P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
23 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $22 per visit

Highlights

Patience has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
22 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

🐾💜 Trustworthy animal lover 💜🐾

😊 First Time Rover Clients book with me and get $40 off your first booking by using code PATIEP40736! 💰PLEASE SEE MY SCHEDULE BEFORE REQUESTING A BOOKING- I do work another job M-Th. My hours of work are M-W 5:30-6:30 and Th 5:30-1:30. Hi, I’m Patience! Thank you for checking out my profile! I am available on short notice, and from 1 night to a week or more. I am a lifelong animal lover. This is my third year as a professional pet caretaker on Rover. I strive to give exceptional service! I have a lifetime of experience caring for animals of all kinds—dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, fish, rats, and hamsters. I currently have four beloved cats of my own and two German Shepherd grandpups. I truly can’t imagine life without animals—they make me happy and bring so much joy and comfort to my life! Pet sitting is more than a job for me—it’s something I genuinely love. I specialize in overnight house sitting, giving your pets all the affection, attention, and care they deserve while keeping them safe and happy in their own home. You’ll also return to a clean home that looks just like you left it—like I was never even there (except your pet will be happy and relaxed!). Communication is important to me, so you’ll always receive a message when I arrive and depart along with plenty of photos and updates to help you feel completely at ease while you're away. I’m experienced with pets of all ages, from playful puppies to senior sweethearts. I have a calm, gentle approach with anxious or shy pets, always working at their pace to earn trust and create a positive, stress-free experience. I can administer medications, including insulin, and tailor my care to meet your pet’s specific needs. Whether it’s fetch, tug-of-war, leisurely walks with lots of sniff breaks, or playing hide-and-seek with outgoing pups—I’m all in. I also welcome pets to sleep with me, which I consider one of the best perks of the job! I recommend booking early—I tend to fill up a few months in advance! Let’s schedule a 1 time free 30 min. Meet & Greet to go over your pet’s needs—I’d love to meet you a nd your furry family member! If this is your first time using Rover, I’d be happy to share a $20 off code. Feel free to message me with any questions!

Cat care experience

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Attentive and trustworthy sitter

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

Qualifications

23 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
22 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

It is my priority to become your pets best friend and to bond with them in our time together. 🥰 I make sure they feel comfortable, loved, and cared for while you are away. They will have fun enjoying the nice weather, playing ball, or tug of war. I will talk to them and give lots of cuddles, scratches and pets. I even let them sleep with me! I can also assure you that your pets will be safely cared for.

Ratings and reviews

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81 ratings
Melissa R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 01, 2026

Patience is wonderful with my 3 small dogs. Highly recommend her for house sitting and overnight animal care!

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Angela C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 22, 2026

Patience was a lifesaver when I needed a last minute drop in for my diabetic dog! She was professional and followed all his special requirements. She sent me pictures and updates so I could enjoy my evening away. I highly recommend Patience!

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Jeff B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 01, 2026

Patience is always professional, communicative, and most of all our pup loves her!

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Tom S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 30, 2026

Patience stayed at our home over the weekend to care for our two pups, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. She kept us updated throughout her stay with thoughtful messages and photos, which gave us great peace of mind while we were away. She treated our home with the utmost respect, and we returned to find everything clean and tidy. We highly recommend Patience to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and trustworthy pet sitter. We will absolutely be using her services again in the future!

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Andrea T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 18, 2026

Patience is absolutely the best! She is such a great communicator, I never wonder how things are going because she keeps me posted during her visit! I am so grateful that I found her to pet sit for me!

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Rhonda S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 10, 2026

Patience’s did a very good job taking care of my fur babies, I will definitely be using her again when going out of town if she is available. I was very worried leaving them it was my first time using rover but she kept me informed what my babies were up to all day and night.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I have plenty of opportunities to help out with your loved pets including sitting in your home, walks, or drop ins. I am also available on short notice. Let’s set up a Meet & Greet and get you in my calendar! If your pet needs 24/7 care, please let me know in your message so we can discuss a customized rate. I’m happy to work with you to ensure your pet gets the attention they need.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Patience can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
I can do a free 30 minute Meet & Greet. If there are any other updates before the stay, feel free to message me any updates/changes./ I can take a key at the time of our Meet & Greet or you can leave the key for me at the first day of the stay. I do not stop by before overnights or drop ins to pick up a key. During our Meet & Greet I fill out a questionnaire so I can provide the best care possible. Let me know if there is anything special or important I need to know about your pet so that we can have the best experience together. Some of the questions I ask: When is their earliest and latest potty break? Are they accident prone? What is their feeding schedule? Do they take medications? Do they enjoy short or long walks? What is their favorite toy? Any quirks or medical or behavioral things I need to know.
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.