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Portia S.

Damascus, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
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Services

Portia can care for

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

Availability

Just moved to the area so looking to pick up some new clients as I look for a more full time job. My availability may fluctuate as this happens but I’m happy to work with you as best as I can through any changes!

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Not available
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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Portia S.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
91% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

With all pet care I always follow instructions to a T and am quick to notice if something is off with a pet. With overnight sitting I also tend to make sure the house stays neat and pets get lots of attention.

Information Portia S. would like to know about your pet

I like to know any pets likes or dislikes of course. Anything to watch out for, medical information such as allergies. Any bad habits your dog might have and the rules for them around the house.

A typical day

I love to let dogs explore, so walks around where their house is or if they like car rides I love taking them to parks or for hikes! For cats, giving them as much (or as little haha) attention as they want as well as playing with them if they have toys and overall just making sure they have company!

Location

Damascus, MD

Portia S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Animals of any size!

Pet care experience

Hi! I’ve been around animals my whole life and have experience taking care of animals as small as fish to as big as horses. I’ve also taken care of old dogs with special health needs and puppies.

Reviews

Alex W.
Drop-In Visits • mag 22, 2026
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Portia was easy to communicate with and flexible with timing, and more importantly the pups loved her!

Lauren B.
Drop-In Visits • giu 14, 2025
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Very attentive and communicative! Happy to have found Portia!

Lauren B.
House Sitting • giu 08, 2025
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So thankful to have Portia come stay with and care for our two dogs. Very communicative and pleasant and felt our girls were very well cared for while we were away!

Natalie H.
lug 27, 2022

Portia worked for me for the past 1.5 years helping to take care of 40 horses a day at my farm. She also watched my dogs while I was away several occasions during that time frame. She is excellent with my dogs and they adore her! I have one older dog that is on multiple medications and has some special needs and she was able to easily give him the special care he needed. She is a hard worker and responsible person and I'd highly recommend her as your pet sitter!

About Portia S.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
91% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

With all pet care I always follow instructions to a T and am quick to notice if something is off with a pet. With overnight sitting I also tend to make sure the house stays neat and pets get lots of attention.

Information Portia S. would like to know about your pet

I like to know any pets likes or dislikes of course. Anything to watch out for, medical information such as allergies. Any bad habits your dog might have and the rules for them around the house.

A typical day

I love to let dogs explore, so walks around where their house is or if they like car rides I love taking them to parks or for hikes! For cats, giving them as much (or as little haha) attention as they want as well as playing with them if they have toys and overall just making sure they have company!

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Portia S.

Damascus, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews