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Rae M.

Cranberry, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
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Services

Rae can care for

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

Availability

As the sole proprietor of Pack Life, pet care is my full time career. I accept bookings from 1 family at a time so your pets have my undivided attention their entire stay. Your pets are never crated unless that is part of their regular schedule or training at home.

About Rae M.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
76% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

12 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 and communication are my biggest priority along with making sure your pets receive exceptional care with mental and emotional health in mind. I maintain your dog’s existing structure and daily routines so their environment remains stable and predictable while you’re away.

Information Rae M. would like to know about your pet

When booking with me, I like to be aware of your veterinarian’s contact info as well as a local emergency contact such as member or trusted friend who can be reached if you are unavailable during an urgent situation. This ensures your pet can receive timely care and that someone familiar with them can assist with decisions if needed. All care details will be thoroughly reviewed at our meet and greet, which I recommend scheduling with enough time for your pet to comfortably acclimate to me.

A typical day

My goal is to create a balanced, low stress environment where each dog’s individual temperament and needs are respected. I prioritize thoughtful updates and behavioral insights so owners feel confident, informed, and supported while their pets are with me. A typical day will involve lots of cuddles and any exercise you wish your pup to receive. If you are interested in training, please contact me with any inquiries you may have. I look forward to meeting you and caring for your babies! :)

Location

Cranberry, PA

Rae M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

AKC Fear Free CPDT & Vet Tech

Pet care experience

Hey there! My name is Rae and I recently relocated to the area with my pet care business and bring over 10 years of professional experience working with animals. My background includes 5 years as a veterinary and recovery technician as well as operating my own professional dog training business for the last 5 years. I am a Level 3 R+ Fear Free Certified Professional Dog Trainer and am certified through the AKC. I am also insured and bonded through my business. My experience allows me to read canine body language naturally and understand how animals communicate, which helps me provide calm, attentive care tailored to each individual pet. Over the years I’ve worked with dogs across a wide range of temperaments, personalities, and life stages. From puppies in early development to senior dogs who need a slower pace, I’m comfortable adjusting my care to meet each dog where they are. My background in behavior and training also allows me to recognize stress signals early, support anxious or sensitive dogs, and maintain a calm, structured environment while you’re away. I am experienced caring for pets with medical needs including insulin injections, glucose monitoring, medications, and senior and palliative care. My veterinary background helps me stay attentive to subtle changes in behavior or health so your pets receive thoughtful, observant care.

Reviews

Julie R.
House Sitting • Apr 08, 2026
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Thanks again for watching everyone this week! It meant a lot to know they were safe, happy, and well cared for. We could tell they were comfortable with you 😊And so grateful our most shy boy bonded with you and become snuggle buddies!! You are the best!

House Sitting • May 24, 2025

Rae M. cancelled a booking after the stay began.

Julie R.
House Sitting • Mar 27, 2025
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Rae exceeded our expectations and took such great care of our dog Lucy and 2 kitties, Abner and Lily. Our dog Lucy fell in love with her as soon as they met and I felt so comfortable having her at our home. I received daily updates on how they were doing, and photos as well. All 3 animals warmed to her and loved having her. We have a very shy timid boy kitty who came out and about with her within a day! She is an extremely kind and helpful communicator, easy to get in touch with, and always responsive! We appreciated this so much, because during a busy vacation I always knew that the animals were doing well because of her updates! We got the best pictures of our pup snuggling her and we know that they were in great hands with her, and lots of kitties photos too!! She was so kind to even clean before leaving and left our home spotless. Thank you so much for helping us be able to enjoy our vacation knowing our fur babies were getting all of the love and attention! We will for sure ask Rae again to take care of our animals, she made our trip so much more relaxing knowing they were in good hands!!

Nathan S.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 11, 2025
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Came to watch my sassy kitty during the snow.

About Rae M.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
76% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

12 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 and communication are my biggest priority along with making sure your pets receive exceptional care with mental and emotional health in mind. I maintain your dog’s existing structure and daily routines so their environment remains stable and predictable while you’re away.

Information Rae M. would like to know about your pet

When booking with me, I like to be aware of your veterinarian’s contact info as well as a local emergency contact such as member or trusted friend who can be reached if you are unavailable during an urgent situation. This ensures your pet can receive timely care and that someone familiar with them can assist with decisions if needed. All care details will be thoroughly reviewed at our meet and greet, which I recommend scheduling with enough time for your pet to comfortably acclimate to me.

A typical day

My goal is to create a balanced, low stress environment where each dog’s individual temperament and needs are respected. I prioritize thoughtful updates and behavioral insights so owners feel confident, informed, and supported while their pets are with me. A typical day will involve lots of cuddles and any exercise you wish your pup to receive. If you are interested in training, please contact me with any inquiries you may have. I look forward to meeting you and caring for your babies! :)

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Rae M.

Cranberry, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews