Stephanie M.
Riverton, UT
Grad student with 5+ yrs experience
Pet care experience
Hi folks! My name is Stephanie and I grew up in the Salt Lake valley. I recently moved back to the area after spending five years living in Michigan for graduate school (Go Blue!). I study cultural psychology and am currently finishing my PhD remotely, which gives me the opportunity to work from home and keep your pets company all day :) When I first moved away from home for graduate school, one of the hardest adjustments was being away from my family's dogs. I grew up with dogs my entire life and deeply missed the mutual emotional connection and support I have with animals. This led me to become a petsitter with Rover for over five years. Getting to spend time with and care for dogs got me through those rough Michigan winters and it was fulfilling to know I could offer the dogs a caring home while their families were away.
Reviews
Stephanie and my dog Baxter seemed to have a great time together while I was out of town for a week. I’d never left him for that long before this trip, but I could already tell at the meet & greet that he’d have a great time staying with her. And I really enjoyed the pics of him that she’d send every day!
Stephanie was terrific! Great communication and pictures. I felt very confident leaving my dog with her for the weekend and will definitely book with her again.
This was the second time Stephanie took care of my little girl. My dog has slight separation anxiety from me and I was surprised to see that she went straight to steph and walked on inside without looking back when I dropped her off... it goes to show how great Steph is about letting your furry ones know she is someone they can be comfortable with!
Stephanie was very good with our Winnie. She sent me pictures and updates everyday so I didn’t have to worry. I know that Winnie has in good hands.
About Stephanie M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Being a Rover sitter for five years has helped me gain experience with various types of dogs and temperaments. I have cared for dogs ranging from puppies to seniors, little shih tzus to large greyhounds, hyper fur babies full of energy to couch potatoes. As a trained psychologist, getting to know each dog's personality is one of my favorite parts! I also have experience administering medication for dogs with health needs and do my best to ensure every dog I meet experiences the individualized care and love they deserve.
Information Stephanie M. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog has any reactivity issues I should keep in mind (dogs, squirrels, other humans, etc). This information is especially helpful to know when I am deciding what walks/hikes to take your pup on to make sure it's as fun as it can be for both of us!
A typical day
I enjoy recharging by spending time in nature. I firmly believe we humans have a lot to learn from our furry friends and plant neighbors! If the dog(s) I am watching also enjoy(s) the outdoors, I love to take them exploring at nearby hikes and trails.
Services
Stephanie can watch in your home
Availability
I am in the writing phase of my dissertation, so I work from home all day. This allows me to take a hands-on approach with the dogs I watch and meet their needs as soon as they happen.
About Stephanie M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Being a Rover sitter for five years has helped me gain experience with various types of dogs and temperaments. I have cared for dogs ranging from puppies to seniors, little shih tzus to large greyhounds, hyper fur babies full of energy to couch potatoes. As a trained psychologist, getting to know each dog's personality is one of my favorite parts! I also have experience administering medication for dogs with health needs and do my best to ensure every dog I meet experiences the individualized care and love they deserve.
Information Stephanie M. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog has any reactivity issues I should keep in mind (dogs, squirrels, other humans, etc). This information is especially helpful to know when I am deciding what walks/hikes to take your pup on to make sure it's as fun as it can be for both of us!
A typical day
I enjoy recharging by spending time in nature. I firmly believe we humans have a lot to learn from our furry friends and plant neighbors! If the dog(s) I am watching also enjoy(s) the outdoors, I love to take them exploring at nearby hikes and trails.
Location
Riverton, UT
Stephanie M.
Riverton, UT