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Rusty G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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Rusty G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

$70 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
19 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Dogs are always puppies to me

I grew up around dogs and cats and am very passionate about helping them. I’m available for pet sitting during the day, feeding, walks, playing with and cleaning up after your pets. I have experience with common illnesses and oral medications and I’m more than happy to take care of special needs pets! If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out!

Cat care experience

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I know more cats than people

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

Qualifications

4 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
19 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I am able to feed, brush, play with, and clean up after your pets. I am confident with basic training strategies and know how to use a firm had when necessary. I care for animals as if they were my own children and am more than happy to make any reasonable accommodations for your pets

Ratings and reviews

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Nicholas R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 06, 2026

Rusty did a terrific job with a drop-in visit I recently booked. Rusty took the time to get to know the dogs and the lay of the land with a meet and greet several days prior to the actual drop-in, which I appreciated. One of my dogs is an incredibly energetic dachshund puppy and the other is a senior dachshund with some trust issues. Rusty was incredibly knowledgable with how to handle both and I felt at ease with Rusty as my choice. I especially appreciate how communicative Rusty was throughout the process and they even sent me some cute pictures of my dogs during the visit. Thanks, Rusty!

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James & Diana H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 03, 2026

We can always count on Rusty's care and attention to our animal(s).

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James & Diana H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 01, 2025

She's a wonderful sitter. Patient and affectionate with our pet(s). My only worry is that good reviews like this will mean she's too booked for a return sitting!

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James & Diana H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 08, 2025

We always count on Rusty to care for our pets flawlessly, and she delivers.

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James & Diana H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 02, 2025

Rusty took care of two our elderly ladies with love and skill. She seems to be unflappable in dealing with mini crises. We hope that giving her a glowing review won't mean she's unavailable the next time we need her!

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James & Diana H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 02, 2025

She's the best! In fact, we're trying to find a way to reserve her exclusively whenever we leave on a trip.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work part time and study at the college in the spring and fall. I will do my best to keep my availability updated but if you have any questions or are looking for a time not listed, feel free to contact me!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Rusty can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your pet is reactive to other animals or people, of if they have a high prey drive. While this shouldn’t be an issue, I prefer to know before I leave the house with your pet incase we encounter anything that could upset them
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.