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Sage M.

Star Sitter

Tacoma, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
127 reviews
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Services

Sage can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I’m generally pretty flexible when it comes to scheduling pet care. If you send me a request and I’m unavailable, I’ll let you know right away!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Sage M.

Communication

42 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

For each new client, I arrange a meet-and-greet beforehand to discuss further details with you. While many of the questions I ask are pet-centered, I will also ask necessary questions about your home’s security. For the comfort of your pet, I do my best to stick to whatever routine they’re used to, including outdoor vs. indoor time if applicable. I will not take your pet anywhere that we have not previously discussed. If something unexpected comes up during the stay, you will be informed or consulted as soon as possible.

Information Sage M. would like to know about your pet

I’ve worked with a very wide variety of pets, so there isn’t much I haven’t encountered yet. However, if your pet requires any special care or attention, such as being distrusting of new people or needing very rigorous care, please let me know! I’m usually available to devote all of my time to your pet, but on the small chance that I’m not I’d rather you find someone more suited as soon as possible!

A typical day

As mentioned previously, I will meet with you before the start of the booking to get all the details on your pet. If your pet is anxious and needs routine, I will do my best to adhere to what their usual day might look like. Even if your pet is more easy-going, I’ll definitely make note of what makes them happy and incorporate it into our day! No matter what, I'll give them lots of love and do my best to make them feel safe and cared for.

Location

Tacoma, WA

Sage M.'s Neighborhood

Sage 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.

Long-time pet lover!

Pet care experience

I've used Rover both part- and full-time for several years now, so I have a lot of experience working both with this app and a wide variety of pets! I’ve walked and house sat for dogs of all sizes and a wide variety of temperaments, so I’m sure I’ll get along well with your pup. I've also worked with a wide range of other pets, including cats, snakes, chickens, rabbits, and guinea pigs. Personally, I’ve owned many pets over the years, including two cats and a dog currently. So while my professional work with pets goes back a few years, my love and care for them has been lifelong! I lived in Seattle until Summer 2024 and have lived in Tacoma since then. So I have plenty of experience with working with pets in urban areas and will always prioritize your pet's health and safety. I also have experience with caring for older pets and administering oral medication.

Cat care experience

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Long-time cat lover!

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

Reviews

Elisa P.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 13, 2026
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Such a great care taker. Always goes above and beyond. Communication is top tier!

Annie H.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 09, 2026
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We can always count on Sage to take really good care of our babies. She leaves the place super clean and communicates so well.

Diane C.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 21, 2026
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Sage did a great job visiting my cat for a week! She is reliable, responsible and became friends quickly with my reluctant cat. I will ask her to pet sit again!

Joelle G.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 19, 2026
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Sage was an amazing sitter for my cat Tina! Sage was very communicative, followed all of the instructions I left, and made me feel very comfortable while I was away. I would definitely recommend their services to anyone, especially those who have clingy pets like I do 😄

About Sage M.

Communication

42 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

For each new client, I arrange a meet-and-greet beforehand to discuss further details with you. While many of the questions I ask are pet-centered, I will also ask necessary questions about your home’s security. For the comfort of your pet, I do my best to stick to whatever routine they’re used to, including outdoor vs. indoor time if applicable. I will not take your pet anywhere that we have not previously discussed. If something unexpected comes up during the stay, you will be informed or consulted as soon as possible.

Information Sage M. would like to know about your pet

I’ve worked with a very wide variety of pets, so there isn’t much I haven’t encountered yet. However, if your pet requires any special care or attention, such as being distrusting of new people or needing very rigorous care, please let me know! I’m usually available to devote all of my time to your pet, but on the small chance that I’m not I’d rather you find someone more suited as soon as possible!

A typical day

As mentioned previously, I will meet with you before the start of the booking to get all the details on your pet. If your pet is anxious and needs routine, I will do my best to adhere to what their usual day might look like. Even if your pet is more easy-going, I’ll definitely make note of what makes them happy and incorporate it into our day! No matter what, I'll give them lots of love and do my best to make them feel safe and cared for.

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Sage M.

Star Sitter

Tacoma, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
127 reviews