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Patricia P.

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Patricia P.

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Contact for Drop-In Visits

from US$19 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
40 year of experience

Pet care experience

Animals are my people

Hi there, I am new to Rover but all my life I have loved and cared for animals. I got my first kitten when I was five and in my adult life expanded that love and care to dogs. I currently do not have one of my own but I am a volunteer dog walker at an animal shelter. Throughout my adult life I have had wonderful neighbors with whom we have traded dog walking and overnight care with while traveling. Now that I am newly retired I am looking to expand my time and attention to pet parents living in Annandale and Clinton. I am available to drop in, walk and play with your best friend in your neighborhood, and I can stay overnight while you are out of town to keep your dog safe and secure in their known environment. I am also happy to assist with simple chores in your home such as taking care of plants, retrieving mail and any other small but important tasks. I am also willing to board dogs and cats in my home if that is more convenient for pet parents.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
40 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I live on a cul-de-sac with only three other homes on our street. We have a natural, wild area partially in the back and to the side of our home so there is plenty of open space. I have walked many miles throughout my friendly neighborhood streets walking my previous dogs and my neighbor's dog. While in a client's home I am willing to adhere to any schedule the pet parents desire. I am very conscientious of physical security of my property and that of others.

Ratings and reviews

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THERESA M.
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Drop-In Visits • Apr 18, 2026

Our dogs warmed up to Patti immediately! She is so sweet and caring. Thank you so much!

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Jayne V.
Jan 29, 2026

I worked with Patti for years and know her to be a loving and devoted pet caregiver. She loves all animals and would go above and beyond for anybody’s pets. Any dog would be lucky to have her company- she has treated my dogs like her own, giving them love and treats.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am newly retired so have a fairly flexible schedule. I do stay engaged with other activities and travel, so scheduling in advance is very important to me so that when I do schedule care for a pet I want to be sure I have the time to give them the full love and attention they deserve. I am very active for my age in that I run, swim, bike and play pickleball for exercise. Rest assured I am fit enough to handle any dog on a leash. The shelter I volunteer at I deal with a variety of dog personalities and energy levels and adjust accordingly. If you are looking for a pet sitter in your home I can remain in your home for the duration, or if you are just looking for someone to stay overnight with your pet that works too. I am here to accommodate pet parents with whatever accommodations they and their pet are comfortable with.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Patricia can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
Please let me know in advance if your dog has any special needs or behavior traits a new person should be aware of. The more informed I am about your pet's personality and health the better I can take care of him or her.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass an identity verification. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support and reimbursement for eligible vet care.