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Phillipa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 repeat clients
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Phillipa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$73 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Phillipa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Loves dogs and lives in Back Bay

My husband and I love dogs, love to walk and are right by the Charles River and Commonwealth Avenue. We have looked after friends dogs on many occasions. Labs. Staffies. Pyrenees. Cairns. I grew up with cairns and my husband with poodles. We are dog lovers active walkers and homebodies.

Qualifications

15 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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59 ratings
Meredith S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mai 26, 2026

Phillipa took such good care of our pup, Murph. We could not recommend her more. Our dog is a Wheaten Terrier, so he loves a lot of walks and he got his fill strolling all over Boston while we were out of town. She sent us lots of pics and he was clearly a content and well cared for boy while we were away. If you are looking for a caring pet sitter who will treat your dog like their own, look no further than Phillipa!

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Maria M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr. 12, 2026

Porter had a WONDERFUL time with Phillipa! She spoiled him with many long walks, treats, and lots of love! He came home calm and happy! Looking forward to the next time Porter gets to stay with her, she's simply the best!

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Annalise C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • März 31, 2026

Phillipa is an excellent sitter! She is very responsive to messages, sends lots of pictures, and took our dog on long walks every day. Her home has plenty of space for a dog to run around, and no shortage of dog toys. We- dog included- had a great experience!

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Bianca N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan. 25, 2026

Phillipa was so lovely and caring. I feel confident that my dog will be in good hands the next time he stays with her!

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Christine & Alex H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan. 20, 2026

Phillipa was wonderful! She was flexible for a meet and greet, asked thoughtful questions about my dog’s care, and shared lots of photo updates! My little guy has separation anxiety so new sitters can be tough, but I could tell he was having a great time and really bonded with her- he didn’t want to leave when I picked him up! We are new to the area and now have a go-to sitter!

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Andrea D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan. 08, 2026

Phillipa was amazing watching Zoey last minute when j had to go out of town. I could tell how much she truly cared for dogs and Zoey looked very happy and comfortable in all the pictures. Phillipa provided many updates including being super communicative when Zoey managed to find her way into a burr patch and needed to get them removed during her stay. Would absolutely book with her again!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I’m retired and active. We are well placed to walk esplanade. Emerald necklace. Commonwealth avenue. We both love dogs but are unable to be permanent parents right now so this is a good solution.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We have a 2,000 square foot walk up in the back bay. With nice carpets and sofas to nap on. It’s open plan light and airy. No garden but right next to parks

A typical day

When I’ve looked after other dogs we are up and out by 8 am. Back for breakfast. Then usually a long early afternoon walk and supper at 5pm. We are home bodies so there is always a human to hang out with. Another pee around 9 pm the bed.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Phillipa can host up to 1 pet per night
Honest assessment of temperament would be good to know. Any health issues. Good with kids / other dogs etc ? Is the dog able to climb stairs and how is she / he at night ? Good sleeper or restless. All that helps.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.