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Portia R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Portia R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Highlights

Enhanced background check
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Avid Animal Lover!

I used to work at a dog daycare and boarding facility in my hometown, and have always had pets in my home. Dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and farm animals too! I currently foster cats with a local agency. I also have experience administering medications (pills and shots). I have no preference for age or personality.

Cat care experience

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Growing Cat Lover (current foster)

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

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
86% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I would cater to each client's needs and their expectations of their animals' care. While there are standards on not leaving doors open and walking dogs on a leash, specific details are up to each client.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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3 ratings
Judith R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 23, 2025

Portia helped out with a last-minute request, was unflappable in a crisis, and was a great sitter for my pack of three. She is great!

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Haley S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 24, 2025

Amazing!

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Elise M.
Aug 22, 2025

I have known Portia and her pet dog for a long time, and can say with the utmost confidence that she would be one of the best dog sitters with your company. She is attentive, kind, and makes sure that any animal that she is with gets nothing less than the best care. I do not have any dogs, but I do have cats that she has cat sat from time to time, and they adore her. She makes sure everything is taken care of, from walks for dogs to litter boxes with cats, and adds a treat or two when the owners allow. Please consider hiring Portia, for she is sure to make sure every animal she watches feels loved and safe.

Calendar and availability

Schedule

NOTE: I am currenly unavailable for overnight stays since I have my own dog. However, I am able to come as late as needed in the evening, and return as early as necessary in the morning. I am also a graduate student at FSU, and have class three times a week, with each class lasting 2.5 hours. This is the only time I would be required to be away from your home.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Portia can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
The most important thing for me to know is if your animal has any medications or any special needs. It is also important to me to know your animals' outside needs, walk needs, and anything else you incorportate into your pets' routine!
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.