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Stephanie H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
77 repeat clients
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Stephanie H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
77 repeat clients
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Santa Clara, CA

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

South Bay petsitting pro! 🐶 😺

🚨 Aug 2026 UPDATE 🚨 I currently work in-office 5 days a week in San Francisco. My Sitter profile is now set to Away as I have limited capacity and availability for pet-sitting. I will not be available during the afternoons. I may accept check-ins if I have availability before or after work. Thank you for understanding. Nice to meet you, I'm Stephanie and I love animals! I've had pets all my life; I currently have an old cat named Minnie whom I've had since 2005. I began petsitting on Rover in late 2024 because I love caring for pets and meeting fellow pet parents. I live in Santa Clara so if you are looking for an experienced and trusted petsitter in the South Bay, message me! 🤗 ✨ PET CARE ✨ I accept all kinds of pets (ex: birds, snakes, hamsters, etc). The majority of my clients have dogs and cats so that's what I will focus on: For 🐶: I offer dog walking (I love to get exercise so I am always happy to walk your pup) up to 3 times a day. I am comfortable with puppies, small dogs, and large dogs, but I am NOT comfortable with aggressive dogs. For 😺: Fellow cat parent here! I've had cats all my life and I love them so much! I have experience administering medication to cats (orally & IV). ✨ MY SERVICES ✨ Currently I offer Housesitting, Drop-in Visits, and Dogwalking services. I am NOT able to offer Boarding in my own home. I offer new clients 1 complimentary meet-n-greet. During our meet-n-greet we'll go over your pets' care instructions, a tour of your home, and make sure that we're both a good fit. I also ask my clients to type up care instructions and emergency contacts so that I can give your pets the optimal care. 👩‍💻 I work remotely and have the flexibility to housesit and petsit during the week. If this changes in the future, I will update my bio and availability in Rover accordingly. 🏙️ Cities I service: Santa Clara, San Jose, Sunnyvale, Milpitas, Saratoga, Los Gatos, Cupertino, Mountain View, Los Altos 💵 My rates in Rover are negotiable. I am always open to a conversation regarding the price; I want you to be happy working with me. 🗓️ My calendar is always up-to-date (trust me, I'm on this app a lot). If you would like to book me or ask questions, please message me right now! I have a tendency to respond very quickly. ✨ WHAT TO EXPECT FROM ME ✨ 🐕 Playtime and affection 🐈 Your pets will receive oodles of playtime, cuddles, and interactions with me throughout the day and night. 🚶‍♀️ Dog Walking 🚶‍♀️ If you have a dog that needs walking, good thing I love exercise! I give up to 3 walks per dog per day. 😺 Cat Care 😺 If you have a cat, message me! I have a 22-year old cat and am very comfortable with cats. 🏡 Housesitting 🏡 Most of my bookings are Housesitting requests and I often receive questions from first-time Rover users about what my housesitting services entail. I would be staying over at your house during the day and night to watch over your pets and provide all care necessary (including food, water, litter box, walking, playtime, medicine if applicable, etc). I will keep your home safe, organized, and tidy. I respect all house rules and clean up after myself. You will come home to a happy pet and a tidy home. 📸 Photos 📸 Expect photos everyday so you can see what your pets and I are up to! I tend to send photos before they're requested. ❓ What if I need to cancel? ❓ I have a generous One-Day cancelation policy. That means if you cancel before 24 hours from the start of the booking, you will receive a full refund, no questions asked. If you cancel within 24 hours of the start of the booking, you will receive a 50% refund. 👩 About Stephanie 👩 Born and raised in the Bay Area. I speak English, Vietnamese, and Japanese. I work remotely in tech. I am also a licensed realtor in California. My interests include travel, investing, real estate, food, wellness, and fitness. I run a travel vlog in my spare time.

Cat care experience

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😺 Proud mama to a 20-year-old cat

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

Qualifications

77 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
22 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

The majority of pets I meet warm up to me right away. For pets that need more time adjusting to me, I am patient with them. I'll let them sniff me, and give them space if they need it. They naturally warm up to me within a day. In addition to making sure food, water, and potty breaks are taken care of, I will be giving your pets playtime and affection, while keeping your home safe and tidy.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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192 ratings
Emma D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 01, 2026

Stephanie is so great with our cats! One of them is really shy and usually hides under the bed, but Stephanie is so patient with her and always makes sure to leave her a little treat. She really goes above and beyond, and I always feel good knowing our cats are in her care. I would definitely recommend Stephanie to anyone!

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Zhongrui L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 31, 2026

Stephanie bonded really well with my cat, handled all items smoothly, and took many great pictures! Definitely rebooking for more worry-free vacations!

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Gabrielle S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 24, 2026

Stephanie is the best! She has been checking in my dog Harvey for awhile now and he loves her!

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Rosanna B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 17, 2026

Stephanie did an amazing job looking after my two cats. I was on a trip with limited cell reception and she dealt with one of my kitties having a stressful few days beautifully! I returned home to two happy healthy kitties. Thank you so much!

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Julia B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 16, 2026

It's comforting knowing that Spencer is in great hands with Stephanie!! In Spencer's words "Stephanie is purrfect!"

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Zack T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 12, 2026

Stephanie took great care of Pippin and made sure to follow all of the instructions I left for her. She provided pictures every day and gave peace of mind knowing Pippin was well taken care of.

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Calendar and availability

Schedule

I work remotely so my schedule is flexible, any day of the week! I will work around your pet's schedule to provide them the best care.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Stephanie can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
I typically schedule a complimentary phone call and/or meet-n-greet with pet owners and their pets so that we can get to know each other and answer questions. After we have officially booked, I will request a document that details your pet's care instructions and daily schedule so that I can provide them the best care.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

Prices include all fees.