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Sandra Rae S.

Star Sitter

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
97 reviews
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Services

Sandra Rae can care for

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

Availability

I’m a full time pet care professional, so your pet is my top priority. My services are best suited for pet owners that need to know their animals are being cared for with extreme care and attention.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Sandra Rae S.

Communication

19 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When you contract with me to stay in your home, I’ll follow your routine as instructed. Whether your pets are shy or goofy, I’ll take the time to interact with them in an enriching way and make sure they are always safe and well cared for. For boarding in my home, I host cats in their own guest suite. I can host more than one cat from the same family, but only one family at a time.

Information Sandra Rae S. would like to know about your pet

I like to know a dog’s temperament and general personality and if they have any training that an owner wants reinforced or adhered to. It's also helpful to know if they have any triggers for aggressive or resource guarding behavior.

A typical day

Playing a good game of fetch is always a joy. I also like to give pet massages and brushing sessions, if the pet enjoys that type of interaction. Kitties get as much or as little interaction as they desire. Grooming, scritches, laser tag, are all available!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Sandra Rae S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Sandra Rae S. 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.

Reliable, Professional, Worry-Free

Pet care experience

Fun fact! I once saved a duck by doing mouth-to-beak resuscitation! I’m an avid and trusted animal lover, from the smallest to the biggest varieties. Whether hairy, scaly, slimy, feathered or furry, I love them all. I have experience rehabbing pigeons, chickens and squirrels, working in an emergency vet clinic and hand rearing exotic birds. I’m patient and kind with all animals, and their humans. I’m relocating from WA to PA at the end of March 2026 and look forward to meeting new furry friends and their adoring humans!

Cat care experience

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Loads of lap time to offer!

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

Reviews

Sarah A.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 12, 2025
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Excellent, reliable care! Sandra is very responsible and I feel confident that our fur family is well taken care of while we are away

Heather S.
House Sitting • Sep 21, 2025
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Sandra was AMAZING! I very much appreciated having her care for my fur babies. She was timely, had excellent communication, and she loved on my babies. I will definitely be reaching out to her again.

Sarah A.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 09, 2025
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Sandra goes the extra mile (literally too). To make sure our pets our safe, fed and happy. We have confidence when we are away that our pets are doing well!. She arrived on schedule despite a long detour due to bridge being out. Also delivered necessary medication to the vet when needed. We are grateful!

Nicole M.
House Sitting • Aug 21, 2025
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Sandra was amazing! Didn't have to worry at all! She continued to check in and send pictures/videos. Even checked in after we had gotten back open to make sure all was well.

About Sandra Rae S.

Communication

19 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When you contract with me to stay in your home, I’ll follow your routine as instructed. Whether your pets are shy or goofy, I’ll take the time to interact with them in an enriching way and make sure they are always safe and well cared for. For boarding in my home, I host cats in their own guest suite. I can host more than one cat from the same family, but only one family at a time.

Information Sandra Rae S. would like to know about your pet

I like to know a dog’s temperament and general personality and if they have any training that an owner wants reinforced or adhered to. It's also helpful to know if they have any triggers for aggressive or resource guarding behavior.

A typical day

Playing a good game of fetch is always a joy. I also like to give pet massages and brushing sessions, if the pet enjoys that type of interaction. Kitties get as much or as little interaction as they desire. Grooming, scritches, laser tag, are all available!

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.
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Sandra Rae S.

Star Sitter

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
97 reviews