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Sarah M.

Topping, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
135 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Sarah can care for

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

Availability

Early AM (before 7:30AM) and evening (after 6pm) visits available all week. Afternoon / mid day visits are dependent on location and day, but open every weekend.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Sarah M.

Communication

47 repeat pet parents
88% 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
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I do not let dogs off-leash in non-fenced in areas or in spaces with dogs unfamiliar to yours. I require all dogs and cats to be updated on their rabies vaccines. I will not take an unaltered dog outside of his or her home, this is for the safety and wellbeing of your dog. If your dog struggles with behavioral issues and has a history of aggression, please include this in your message so I can help you decide the best options for your pet when it comes to meeting a new pet sitter. If your dog struggles with severe anxiety (this is very common!) please include some of the best anxiety-reducing practices for your dog (ex. favorite blanket, hiding spots, calming treats / jackets) in their care instructions so that they can have the best time possible without their favorite human.

Information Sarah M. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has behavioral conditions such as anxiety and aggression towards humans or other animals. Please let me know of any medications, medical conditions and restricted diets prior to any long term stays. I will not turn a dog away for these reasons, I want to be informed on your dogs health so that I may provide the best care for them possible.

A typical day

I always try to cater to the dog and their wants and needs. Based on activity level, age and size of the dog, I aim to provide a healthy amount of exercise and stimulation into my visits to leave your dog happy.

Location

Topping, VA

Sarah M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

A future vet for your pet!

Pet care experience

I’ve worked in pet care professionally for 9 years, 4 of those years being spent in veterinary medicine. I approach pet care in ways that makes the pets most comfortable and value building relationships with the pets as much as I do my clients. I have an academic background in public health and am currently pursuing higher education with the end goal of earning a DVM. I am currently working full time at an animal hospital in Newport News, making my schedule more limited than it used to be for my pet sitting clients. My schedule is more workable for households located in Deltaville, Topping, Gloucester, Glouster Point, Hayes and Yorktown. Morning and evening visits are possible all days of the week, mid day / afternoon visits are currently limited to weekends. Please reach out to ask about scheduling possibilities!

Cat care experience

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

Reviews

Patti P.
House Sitting • Jun 13, 2025
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Sarah was wonderful with our spoiled kitty and dog. Took Sofie swimming and continued to send photos and update us throughout the week.

Russell F.
Drop-In Visits • May 11, 2025
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Sarah was great with our kitties. We would be happy to use her again.

Jeff Y.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 08, 2025
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Sarah is great! Very friendly and quick with helping out.

Jennifer W.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 15, 2024
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Excellent cat sitter… will definitely use again

About Sarah M.

Communication

47 repeat pet parents
88% 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
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I do not let dogs off-leash in non-fenced in areas or in spaces with dogs unfamiliar to yours. I require all dogs and cats to be updated on their rabies vaccines. I will not take an unaltered dog outside of his or her home, this is for the safety and wellbeing of your dog. If your dog struggles with behavioral issues and has a history of aggression, please include this in your message so I can help you decide the best options for your pet when it comes to meeting a new pet sitter. If your dog struggles with severe anxiety (this is very common!) please include some of the best anxiety-reducing practices for your dog (ex. favorite blanket, hiding spots, calming treats / jackets) in their care instructions so that they can have the best time possible without their favorite human.

Information Sarah M. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has behavioral conditions such as anxiety and aggression towards humans or other animals. Please let me know of any medications, medical conditions and restricted diets prior to any long term stays. I will not turn a dog away for these reasons, I want to be informed on your dogs health so that I may provide the best care for them possible.

A typical day

I always try to cater to the dog and their wants and needs. Based on activity level, age and size of the dog, I aim to provide a healthy amount of exercise and stimulation into my visits to leave your dog happy.

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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Sarah M.

Topping, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
135 reviews