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Rachel D.

Ventura, Palo Alto, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Rachel can care for

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

Availability

I recently graduate led grad school and have a flexible schedule and time to care for your fur babies over the summer! I previously provided regular care for cats and dogs in DC, and am looking forward to caring for new pets on CA. It gives me joy to interact with dogs & cats!

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About Rachel D.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I love playing with cats and dogs in safe environments. I am comfortable watching out for them in dog parks or individual settings. I have experience walking multiple dogs at once.

Information Rachel D. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has an special needs or preferences that I should account for. Please let me know your pets temperament and whether your dog interacts well with others.

A typical day

If desired, I enjoy talking dogs on walks, usually with a stop to play fetch or another outdoor activity. If indoors, I like to find indoor toys to help your pet find an outlet for their energy.

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Rachel D.'s Neighborhood

Pet lover looking to dog walk

Pet care experience

I grew up with a cat and two dogs, and am trusted to care (walk, feed,etc) for roommates’ pets for short intervals or days at a time. I have experience caring for dogs from 30lb to 120lbs.

Reviews

Margaret H.
House Sitting • Aug 03, 2026
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Rachel was absolutely wonderful, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Her communication was excellent from start to finish, and the photos and updates she sent gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. Charlie was so well cared for. Rachel also took great care of our home, which we really appreciated. We trusted her completely, and she exceeded every expectation. Five stars without hesitation. We would absolutely recommend Rachel and would love to have her watch Charlie again.

Eileen S.
House Sitting • Jun 27, 2026
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Rachel was fantastic. She house sat for dog for seven days. From the beginning, she was communicative, responsive, and incredibly responsible. She sent regular updates and photos throughout the stay—enough that I always knew Banjo was doing well, but never so many that it felt excessive. When I got home, Banjo was relaxed, happy, and completely himself, which honestly tells me everything I need to know. He’s a pretty affectionate little Velcro dog, and it was obvious he’d been well cared for. Rachel even came back later to take him on one last walk because of my return time, let me know when he’d last gone potty, and left him with a Kong before she headed out. Those little thoughtful touches really stood out. She also left my home spotless and organized, and I felt completely comfortable having her in both my home and Banjo’s care. Being able to travel without worrying about your dog is priceless, and Rachel gave me exactly that. I was able to be present with my family because I knew he was safe, happy, and in excellent hands. I genuinely can’t think of anything she could have done better. I’d book her again without hesitation and recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional sitter.

Connor & Christalyn G.
Dog Walking • Mar 14, 2025
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Rachel is great my pup. I can tell by the pictures that Aoifa really enjoys being on a walk with her. She’s attentive, on time, communicative, and trust worthy. I will definitely be using Rachel again!

Zakir D.
House Sitting • Feb 19, 2025
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Rachel was absolutely wonderful and we would very happily ask her to watch Benji again!

About Rachel D.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I love playing with cats and dogs in safe environments. I am comfortable watching out for them in dog parks or individual settings. I have experience walking multiple dogs at once.

Information Rachel D. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has an special needs or preferences that I should account for. Please let me know your pets temperament and whether your dog interacts well with others.

A typical day

If desired, I enjoy talking dogs on walks, usually with a stop to play fetch or another outdoor activity. If indoors, I like to find indoor toys to help your pet find an outlet for their energy.

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Rachel D.

Ventura, Palo Alto, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews