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Roman V.

Star Sitter

Upper West Side, New York, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews
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Services

Roman can host

Cats
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
Takes only 1 client at a time

Roman can care for

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

Availability

I am fully remote running my business from home and my schedule is flexible. I live in the west 70s right between central park and riverside and go on long walks / runs daily. I am an early bird so we can go out for a walk as early as needed and working from home i can give as much attention as needed.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Roman V.

Communication

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

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have an apartment, work from home every day, and i live alone. When boarding or daycare at least two long walks (30-60 mins each) are guaranteed with as many potty breaks as required. Pups are provided with water on every walk, and AC is always on when during your dog’s stay. I can give medications as required. My home is safe and pet-proofed to ensure a secure and comfortable environment for every dog. There is no exposed food, accessible chemicals, loose items, peeling paint, or anything that could pose a risk. I thoroughly clean and sanitize the space before each new boarding, including fresh laundry for bedding and common areas. After every walk, I wipe down paws and bellies to keep both your pup and my home clean and comfortable. I take pride in maintaining a calm, tidy, and hygienic space so your dog can truly feel at home.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Roman V. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs, medications, and behaviorial specifics. I need to know any - even minor or rarely showing triggers for agression, anxiety, etc. I prefer to not take my dogs to dog runs to avoid them roaming off-leash when in my care. For safety and liability reasons your dog is always on leash when outdoors with me.

A typical day

I’m happy to go out for a walk as early as we wake up as I try to get natural light for myself first thing in the morning, as I am an early bird. My typical day is working from home, home/outdoor workouts, meditations, working on my stoop garden, reading books on a couch or just watching tv. My friends like to visit so if your dog is a social butterfly and loves company of people - it’s a huge plus.

Location

New York, NY

Roman V.'s Neighborhood

Roman V. 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.

WFH UWS by Central Park, love pets

Pet care experience

SUMMER BOARDING GUARANTEE: AC IS ON 24/7! Growing up i was always surrounded by pets. I do not own any pets now, and I miss having them around. I work from home fully remote, and my schedule is very flexible as I run my small bookseller business mostly online. I go on daily walks / runs in either Central park or Riverside park, and happy to take your dog to the parks mutiple times a day. If I run errands in the neighborhood I often bring the dogs I board along with me (if that’s appropriate and comfortable for them). I love building a bond and boarding allows for it. I am trained with various types of breeds, needs and behaviors - seniors, dogs with separation anxiety, constant care, reactive dogs, and I am ready to give all the snuggles and attention (or space if the pet is independent). I board one pet at a time (unless they’re from the same family), and make them feel at home - they’re welcome on furniture, couch, chairs, and even bed is OK. If your dog has a bed and/or a crate feel free to bring that, too. For safety reasons, I will not be able to board dogs that have history of biting people or showing agression toward people. Feel free to reach out with any questions, I am here and always happy to connect!

Cat care experience

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I WFH every day and love cats - UWS

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

Reviews

Rahul T.
House Sitting • juil. 02, 2026
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Fantastic, thoughtful, and proactive care, thorough communication, and professional service. Can't recommend Roman highly enough.

Nicole S.
Drop-In Visits • juin 23, 2026
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Roman always takes great care of my cat and sends the best photos and videos!

Chiung-Yin C.
Boarding • juin 23, 2026
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Once again, Baxter had another great stay with Roman on the Upper West Side.

Akiva R.
Drop-In Visits • juin 18, 2026
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Roman is just the best! Very communicative and responsible!

About Roman V.

Communication

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

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have an apartment, work from home every day, and i live alone. When boarding or daycare at least two long walks (30-60 mins each) are guaranteed with as many potty breaks as required. Pups are provided with water on every walk, and AC is always on when during your dog’s stay. I can give medications as required. My home is safe and pet-proofed to ensure a secure and comfortable environment for every dog. There is no exposed food, accessible chemicals, loose items, peeling paint, or anything that could pose a risk. I thoroughly clean and sanitize the space before each new boarding, including fresh laundry for bedding and common areas. After every walk, I wipe down paws and bellies to keep both your pup and my home clean and comfortable. I take pride in maintaining a calm, tidy, and hygienic space so your dog can truly feel at home.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Roman V. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs, medications, and behaviorial specifics. I need to know any - even minor or rarely showing triggers for agression, anxiety, etc. I prefer to not take my dogs to dog runs to avoid them roaming off-leash when in my care. For safety and liability reasons your dog is always on leash when outdoors with me.

A typical day

I’m happy to go out for a walk as early as we wake up as I try to get natural light for myself first thing in the morning, as I am an early bird. My typical day is working from home, home/outdoor workouts, meditations, working on my stoop garden, reading books on a couch or just watching tv. My friends like to visit so if your dog is a social butterfly and loves company of people - it’s a huge plus.

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Roman V.

Star Sitter

Upper West Side, New York, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews