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Stella D.

Star Sitter

East Village, NEW YORK, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
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Services

Stella can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I offer only boarding for as many days as clients require and am usually able to care for your pet for whatever length of time is requested.

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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Stella D.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

16 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

My apartment is a three-floor walk-up with screens on all windows. Dogs have their choice of a dog bed, the sofa, a carpeted living room floor, or my bed on which to lounge. Their dogs bowls will receive fresh, filterd water. Mine is a non-smoking home.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Location

NEW YORK, NY

Stella D.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Stella D. 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.

Many satisfied canine clients

Pet care experience

Caring for furry critters (and even some non-furry ones) has been my joyful 2nd carreer beginning with fostering rescued animals for PETA and a local spay-neuter clinic at the turn of the century. Countless rescue animals and four-footed "clients' have received love and hospitality in my E. Village apartment. Looking for a "mature" dog sitter who will dote on your dog? I'm your candidate. References from satisfied long-term clients are available.

Reviews

Matthias K.
Boarding • May 27, 2026
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Stella has been an amazing host, she took good care of our Cooper and always kept us up to date and shared pictures of his day.

Ann Marie S.
Doggy Day Care • May 07, 2026
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Stella took Vinny in last minute and she was great. He had fun with her box of dog toys.

Margaret Y.
Boarding • Mar 13, 2026
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Stella was fantastic when my dog boarded with her! She sent frequent photo updates and my dog seemed very well cared for. She is so kind and I would definitely trust her to watch him again. I'm also so grateful that when my flight was delayed by over two hours and was stuck in NY traffic from JFK, she stayed up late to let me pick up my dog. I would would recommend anyone to book her.

Joyce K.
Boarding • Mar 09, 2026
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My dogs had another wonderful stay with Stella for over a week! She goes above and beyond in caring for them, making sure they get their daily walks in whether rain, snow, or shine. I’m very happy to have found such a great sitter for them, and I can tell they are so happy to stay with her too.

About Stella D.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

16 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

My apartment is a three-floor walk-up with screens on all windows. Dogs have their choice of a dog bed, the sofa, a carpeted living room floor, or my bed on which to lounge. Their dogs bowls will receive fresh, filterd water. Mine is a non-smoking home.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours
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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Stella D.

Star Sitter

East Village, NEW YORK, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews