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Sage M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
42 repeat clients
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Sage M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
42 repeat clients
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Tacoma, WA

Highlights

Sage has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
12 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Long-time pet lover!

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 various types of medication.

Cat care experience

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Long-time cat lover!

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

Qualifications

42 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

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.

Ratings and reviews

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126 ratings
Brian W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 30, 2026

Sage is dependable,a great communicator, and kind to our creatures

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Elisa P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 13, 2026

Such a great care taker. Always goes above and beyond. Communication is top tier!

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Annie H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 09, 2026

We can always count on Sage to take really good care of our babies. She leaves the place super clean and communicates so well.

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Diane C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 21, 2026

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!

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Joelle G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 19, 2026

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 😄

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Erin W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 10, 2026

Sage took great care of Pebbles and sent lots of Pebbles updates and pics. Thank you !!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

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!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Sage can host up to 8 drop-ins per day
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 if needed, but on the small chance that I’m not I’d rather you find someone more suited as soon as possible!
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.