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Shannon D.

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Shannon D.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $18 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
25 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Cozy, calm in-home pet sitter 🐾 💗

I’m a lifelong animal lover with a soft spot for shy, timid pets who need gentle reassurance. I’ve fostered 60+ rescue dogs and have years of experience helping anxious pups feel safe, calm, and cared for. My focus is overnight, in-home sitting so your pets can stay in their normal routine—sleeping in their own beds, in the place they feel most comfortable (no boarding stress). I am happy to send photos and updates of your pets while you're away so you can enjoy your travels knowing they are safe, happy, and receiving plenty of love. While you’re away, I also treat your home with respect and care: bringing in mail/packages, rotating lights, watering plants, and keeping things tidy. Expect reliable communication, photo updates, and calm, steady care—walks, playtime, enrichment, snuggles, and support for separation anxiety/routines.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am experienced with crate training, basic obedience, special diets, walking, mental stimulation and calming techniques and lots of love, affection and snuggles. Services can be modified for the specific needs of your dog(s) or cat(s).

Ratings and reviews

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Brian B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 26, 2026

Shannon was awesome with our pets. She went above and beyond and is a great person and pet sitter. Will 100 percent use her again!!!!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work full time for a nonprofit with some remote work flexibly as needed. My schedule is an 8 hr work day and start and end times can be adjusted as needed.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Shannon can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Here’s what I’d love you to share: 1. The daily rhythm: feeding times, potty/walk schedule, bedtime routine Their vibe: shy/social, cuddly/independent, favorite toys/treats, what makes them feel safe 2. Triggers + comfort tools: storms, fireworks, strangers, other dogs, being alone—plus what helps them settle 3. House rules: furniture yes/no, crate or free roam, off-limits rooms, leash/harness preferences 4. Health & care: meds/supplements, allergies, mobility issues, any “keep an eye on this” notes 5. Social stuff: how they do with dogs/cats/kids/men, and any reactivity or guarding behaviors 6. Safety: escape-artist tendencies, door-darters, fence details, microchip info, vet + emergency contact 7. Where everything lives: food, treats, leashes, poop bags, cleaning supplies (so I’m not playing scavenger hunt at 10pm) For overnight stays (home care): If you’d like, I can also take care of the “life stuff” while you’re away—plants, mail/packages, rotating lights, trash day, etc. Just leave quick notes on what matters most. If your pet is a sensitive soul or has a rescue backstory, you can over-share. I genuinely prefer it.
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.