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Paula W.

Star Sitter

Seattle, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
164 reviews
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Services

Paula can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am a studio artist and full-time petsitter. This means my schedule is very flexible! I will have lots of time and emotional energy to play with your furbaby! I am actively looking to meet new dog friends to take on 30 or 60 minute walks! So far I have a few regular dogs I walk each week, and would love to add more sweethearts to my roster. I am open to the occasional walk with your pup or to develop a deeper connection through regular neighborhood walks.

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About Paula W.

Communication

64 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

As of now, I only offer pet care at clients’ homes. I am patient and comfortable with learning strict routines, as well as looser forms of care. I believe each animal has different needs, so I’m happy to discuss personalized care plans before my first visit.

Information Paula W. would like to know about your pet

Let me know about the personality of your dog. Do they have separation anxiety? What can I do best to make them comfortable? Do they have any medical conditions I need to be aware of? Many of my regular clients are hyper-reactive and so a wild pup doesn’t scare me off! Dogs are always doing their best with the skills they have, and I provide them with a calm environment in which to be their true sweet selves. I would love to learn from you about what makes your doggie special.

A typical day

I love to go on long neighborhood walks around the city! Your doggie and I can spend lots of time outside getting energy out and then have lots of play and cuddle sessions indoors. I can offer so much love and attention while their parents are away! I am a visual multimedia artist! While I love to take photos of your pets in their homes and walks, I often find myself drawing your pet to capture their spirit. Feel free to ask me for a doodle or more detailed drawing of your furry best friends!

Location

Seattle, WA

Paula W.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Paula W. 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.

Friendly Artist and Pet Whisperer

Pet care experience

I’ve been a devoted cat owner since 1999, and love to make new fur friends! While I adore all cats, I have a special affinity for felines with medical needs. I am familiar with how to administer a variety of medications, as well as handling special diets. I am happy to water plants, clean litter boxes, maintain other pet spaces, and take out the trash! I am an excellent communicator—part of my service is to keep you regularly updated on how your pets are doing in my care with texts and pictures. Dog-sitting/walking: It’s been a series of wonderful experiences to take care of so many different breeds, ages, and temperaments of doggies in Seattle! My calm demeanor tends to have a positive effect on even the most high spirited of pups! I take safety seriously: I always make a point to not listen to headphones while walking, so that I can effectively assess the environment and watch out for any triggers a particular dog may have I would love to first meet your wonderful pup companion to see if we are a good fit. From there, I am happy to learn about your dog and take them for neighborhood walks! However, I am also comfortable meeting dogs one-on-one! I know that life can get crazy and time does not always allow for an in-person meet and greet. I have a lot of experience with senior cats, as well as administering meds to cats with medical conditions. My experience includes: pilling, giving insulin to diabetic cats, recognizing the warning signs of asthmatic attacks, asthma inhalers, providing subcutaneous fluids, as well as applying topical medications. I am comfortable providing this service to dogs, too.

Reviews

Kathy E.
Dog Walking • mai 23, 2026
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Paula is wonderful with Yuki! We love her!!

Tucker C.
House Sitting • avr. 04, 2026
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Paula was a great pet sitter for our border collie when we left town for a weekend. She sent us cute photos of our pup and when we retuned home, our dog was in great spirits. Paula also left our house clean which we appreciated!

Alex B.
Drop-In Visits • mars 25, 2026
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Great sitter!

Jody C.
House Sitting • mars 21, 2026
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Paula has taken care of my dog twice, and she'll be returning for a third time next month. A repeat customer is a happy customer!

About Paula W.

Communication

64 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

As of now, I only offer pet care at clients’ homes. I am patient and comfortable with learning strict routines, as well as looser forms of care. I believe each animal has different needs, so I’m happy to discuss personalized care plans before my first visit.

Information Paula W. would like to know about your pet

Let me know about the personality of your dog. Do they have separation anxiety? What can I do best to make them comfortable? Do they have any medical conditions I need to be aware of? Many of my regular clients are hyper-reactive and so a wild pup doesn’t scare me off! Dogs are always doing their best with the skills they have, and I provide them with a calm environment in which to be their true sweet selves. I would love to learn from you about what makes your doggie special.

A typical day

I love to go on long neighborhood walks around the city! Your doggie and I can spend lots of time outside getting energy out and then have lots of play and cuddle sessions indoors. I can offer so much love and attention while their parents are away! I am a visual multimedia artist! While I love to take photos of your pets in their homes and walks, I often find myself drawing your pet to capture their spirit. Feel free to ask me for a doodle or more detailed drawing of your furry best friends!

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Paula W.

Star Sitter

Seattle, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
164 reviews