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Rachel I.

Star Sitter

Lakeside, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
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Services

Rachel can care for

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

Availability

Scheduling is pretty flexible for drop-ins. Feel free to reach out for a meet and greet, and let me know how I can help! 😊

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Rachel I.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Safety is my top priority during every visit, from the moment I arrive to when I leave. If you have a Ring doorbell or other cameras, you might catch me double-checking that the doors are locked—just to be on the safe side! If you have a playful pet who's quick to dash through an open door or dig under the fence, just let me know. Your insights and concerns about safety are invaluable and will help me prepare for our time together. I’m here to make the visit enjoyable and stress-free, ensuring you feel at ease while we're together!

Information Rachel I. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your pet has any special needs or behaviors I should be aware of! This could include any medications I need to give, specific dietary requirements, or anything related to food aggression. The more I know, the better I can understand your furry friend and make their visit as comfortable as possible!

A typical day

I tailor each visit to meet your pets' individual needs. Whatever you think will make their time enjoyable while you're away is what we'll do! Senior pets often just need some comfort and cuddles, while others might enjoy playing fetch or tug-of-war to release some energy. Laid-back dogs and cool cats can simply relax; we can watch their favorite shows, chat about our celebrity crushes, and be cozy couch potatoes together. Whatever their favorite pastime may be, or what they might need, just let me know!

Location

Lakeside, FL

Rachel I.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Rachel I. 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.

Fur mom to many, Vet Tech by trade

Pet care experience

As a proud mom to a variety of animals over the years, I know how challenging it can be to find someone trustworthy to take care of them when I travel, work late shifts, or have other commitments. That’s why I think a site like this is such a fantastic resource for finding the perfect fit for you and your fur baby! Let me share a little about myself: I’ve been passionate about animals since I was a kid. I would often find and nurse back to health birds, squirrels, kittens, and any creature that needed a helping hand. Once I became an adult, I rescued a neglected and malnourished female Dogo Argentino, who quickly became my best friend. As she grew older, I realized I couldn’t provide her with the care she truly deserved, which inspired me to pursue a career as a Veterinary Technician. I loved every moment of my education and graduated in 2017! Since then, I've had the joy of nurturing and caring for all sorts of animals, including pigeons, squirrels, dogs, cats, and opossums—any creature that needed a little extra love and attention.ng for all sorts of animals, including pigeons, squirrels, dogs, cats, and opossums—any creature that needed a little extra love and attention.

Cat care experience

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

Reviews

Phillip B.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 11, 2026
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Have been using Rachel for a year now, multiple times. She is fabulous and so good to Albert, my frenchie. On time, great pics and updates like I’m right there during travels.

Suzanne T.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 18, 2026
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Rachel is so amazing and attentive for our cats and birds! She truly treats them like her own and goes the extra mile to be sure their needs are taken care of, AND commincates so well. I don't know what we'd do without her but she's been a complete angel for our family and all of our pet sitting needs, which can be a bit much. We can't ever thank her or recommend her enough!!

Suzanne T.
Drop-In Visits • May 24, 2026
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Rachel is so amazing! We could not ask for a more attentive, caring pet sitter who goes above and beyond! She has taken great care of our 5 cats and 2 birds multiple times.

Phillip B.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 24, 2026
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Awesome communication and felt like I was there with my dog while gone for 5 days. She is top notch and the go-to for dog sitting needs!

About Rachel I.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Safety is my top priority during every visit, from the moment I arrive to when I leave. If you have a Ring doorbell or other cameras, you might catch me double-checking that the doors are locked—just to be on the safe side! If you have a playful pet who's quick to dash through an open door or dig under the fence, just let me know. Your insights and concerns about safety are invaluable and will help me prepare for our time together. I’m here to make the visit enjoyable and stress-free, ensuring you feel at ease while we're together!

Information Rachel I. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your pet has any special needs or behaviors I should be aware of! This could include any medications I need to give, specific dietary requirements, or anything related to food aggression. The more I know, the better I can understand your furry friend and make their visit as comfortable as possible!

A typical day

I tailor each visit to meet your pets' individual needs. Whatever you think will make their time enjoyable while you're away is what we'll do! Senior pets often just need some comfort and cuddles, while others might enjoy playing fetch or tug-of-war to release some energy. Laid-back dogs and cool cats can simply relax; we can watch their favorite shows, chat about our celebrity crushes, and be cozy couch potatoes together. Whatever their favorite pastime may be, or what they might need, just let me know!

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Rachel I.

Star Sitter

Lakeside, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews