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Rodney M.

Star Sitter

Newport News, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Rodney can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Rodney can care for

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

Availability

I recently retired from the military and have not taken any jobs. Most days, I’m am fully available to take care of your animals.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Rodney M.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

2 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard, but I will always go out with your animals to ensure they don’t feel alone and can feel comfortable with the surroundings.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Rodney M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know ahead of time if your pets have any special needs or medications, or if you feel they wouldn’t do well around other animals or people.

A typical day

If possible, I always like to take the pets I watch on a walk around my neighborhood. The exercise does them good and it builds a bond between us.

Location

Newport News, VA

Rodney M.'s Neighborhood

Rodney M. 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.

I love taking care of new animals.

Pet care experience

I’ve cared for a handful of pets at my house for friends and coworkers. I’ve never had an issue and the animals always enjoyed the experience.

Reviews

Jazmine L.
Boarding • Aug 12, 2026
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12/10 Would definitely have him watch our fur babies again! He gave the best updates every single day all throughout the day with plenty of pictures. My dogs are not very big on personal space either and he gave them plenty of snuggles and love. Also he took them on walks everyday weather permitting. EXCELLENT dog sitter 👍🏼

Jennifer E.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 10, 2026
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Simply put, Rodney was over-the-top phenomenal. He seemed to know, inherently, that we were worried sick over leaving our 3 fur babies alone for 4 days. His detailed and inclusive daily notes and pictures gave us a piece of mind we were not expecting but were so grateful to have. He spent time with our dogs, fed them (sometimes by hand when necessary), played with them, sat and pet/groomed them twice a day and they quickly took to him. And these dogs rarely take to anyone new. He definitely has the Midas touch. We are rebooking with (only) Rodney again in December. Honestly, we couldn’t imagine leaving our keys with anyone else.

Meredith W.
Dog Walking • Aug 05, 2026
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We love Rodney!

Susan V.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 29, 2026
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Rodney did really well on his first drop-in visit with my dogs! He was even able to get my shy dog, Cindy, to go outside.

About Rodney M.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

2 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard, but I will always go out with your animals to ensure they don’t feel alone and can feel comfortable with the surroundings.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Rodney M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know ahead of time if your pets have any special needs or medications, or if you feel they wouldn’t do well around other animals or people.

A typical day

If possible, I always like to take the pets I watch on a walk around my neighborhood. The exercise does them good and it builds a bond between us.

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Rodney M.

Star Sitter

Newport News, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews