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Rachel M.

Star Sitter

Cedar Falls, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
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Services

Rachel can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only one pet owner at a time

Availability

During the semesters my schedule is flexible, so I'm home on Tuesdays & Thursdays and all afternoons, evenings, and most weekends. I work from home in the summer.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Rachel M.

Communication

22 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 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

I have a fenced in yard on a lot and a half, located close to downtown. The space between the pickets in the fence is 3.5 inches. I currently have a dog, who enjoys the company of our doggie guests.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Rachel M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs or attention. I'd like to know how socialized your dog is--how they do with other dogs and kids. If your dog is anxious, what works best to calm them. Also, knowing their schedule is a plus.

A typical day

Dolly loves to play soccer in our fenced-back yard. I live close to down town, so it's a quick 1.5 mile walk that is easy for us. We are also close to the trail system and take longer 3-4 miles in good weather. In warmer weather, we hang out on the porch, which is dog proofed and gated.

Location

Cedar Falls, IA

Rachel M.'s Local Area

Pets

Rachel M. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter programme highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet owners to find the best care for their pets.

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Pet care experience

I'm a college professor and writer, who works mainly from home. I love all dogs and currently have a lab/terrier mix, who is socialized to other dogs and loves dog company. I want your dog to feel at home, so I prioritize safety and comfort, which is why I have only one pup client at a time. Your dog will have plenty of love and attention when they join our pack. We have a big fenced in yard and take daily walks downtown.

Reviews

Tania L.
Boarding • Apr 08, 2026
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Rachel is the best!!!! I made a big mistake while booking and I didn’t realize it in time. However, she was open to discussing it promptly and she solved it as a hero! Chopper was totally safe and happy with her. Back at home he was in a perfect mood, like we'd never spent two nights away from each other. Which says a lot about how well he was treated. We definitely want to book her every single time we need it!

Emily V.
Boarding • Feb 16, 2026
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Rachel does a great job caring for Sandy. Great communication and updates with pictures.

Emily V.
Boarding • Jan 31, 2026
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Rachel does a fantastic job of caring for Sandy. She has great communication with us and keeps us up to date on the things Sandy’s doing while we’re gone.

Bret C.
Boarding • Jan 18, 2026
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Great experience

About Rachel M.

Communication

22 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 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

I have a fenced in yard on a lot and a half, located close to downtown. The space between the pickets in the fence is 3.5 inches. I currently have a dog, who enjoys the company of our doggie guests.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Rachel M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs or attention. I'd like to know how socialized your dog is--how they do with other dogs and kids. If your dog is anxious, what works best to calm them. Also, knowing their schedule is a plus.

A typical day

Dolly loves to play soccer in our fenced-back yard. I live close to down town, so it's a quick 1.5 mile walk that is easy for us. We are also close to the trail system and take longer 3-4 miles in good weather. In warmer weather, we hang out on the porch, which is dog proofed and gated.

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Rachel M.

Star Sitter

Cedar Falls, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews