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Stephanie S.

Fredericksburg, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
119 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.

Stephanie can care for

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

Availability

This is my main job (no children other than my own kitties) so I take the time to treat your pets the way I'd want mine to be treated. Making sure pets are safe, cared for and feeling loved is my main priority. I'm very flexible in my schedule. *Bookings do fill up fast, so setting up a meet and greet quickly will allow me to save your date* My typical schedule for house sitting is in for the night about 4/5pm to 9am for overnight and then potty breaks in-between 9 and 5 (*if* I do have to leave - I do occasionally have dropins but I do not overbook so that I'm gone for long hours). I am flexible and can work with your pet's schedule depending on breakfast and dinner times. (This is just to let you know I may or may not stay in the home straight through during the daytime *unless requested for a small additional fee*). For dropins - I try to keep all times as scheduled but occasionally there are other things going on as well, so it may be a one hour window (again - I try keep your pet as close to the schedule that works best for them). With house sitting - all feedings are included, water refreshes, daily walks or outside/play time (depending on temperature because it can get very warm in the summer), poop pickup during the stay and just some other little things around the house (mail/ package checks, water plants, cleaning any dishes used, taking out the garbage on the last day, etc.). I bring my own sheet/blanket, toiletries and food so you don't even need to worry about any of that. I like to make it as easy as I can for you. With drop-ins - it's a checkup on your pet and they can be let outside/walked, fed, water refresh, some play time if it's not too warm (or some extra attention indoors) and just making sure everything is OK. With walks - 30 min walk/visit (or you can request longer if needed). I will refresh water as needed and give a treat of your choice if you'd like. Meals and checking on other animals is not included in a walk visit.

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About Stephanie S.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

36 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am very much appreciative of instructions that you want to write down (hand written or typed - it doesn't matter). You can write a note, you can write 5 pages - its all helpful and I'd like you, as the pet parent, to feel comfortable. I like to keep your pets as close to their regular schedule as I can. I like to work with my clients to ensure everything they'd like to have done can be done.

Information Stephanie S. would like to know about your pet

I don't have any breeds that I don't enjoy working. I love any and all pets (even the non-traditional types (chickens, birds, etc)). If there is anything that might frighten your dog/cat (or if they get nervous around certain situations), I would love to know so that we can avoid any undue stress. Knowing anything they like to chew on that maybe shouldn't be left around, any food quirks, etc.

A typical day

I'm more than happy to take your dog on a favorite trail or route (if you have one) or just enjoy a nice walk around your neighborhood. I'm very open to doing things that you know your dog would enjoy.

Location

Fredericksburg, VA

Stephanie S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Let me love your pets like my own!

Pet care experience

I'm very passionate about animals and would love to make a vacation, or any time away, less stressful on your pet, as well as you. I've had dogs and cats my entire life and have also done drop-in visits as a pet sitter (with a senior/special needs dog and multiple dog household) when I was a young teen. I've been petsitting on Rover for a few years now and have a great clientele off the app as well. I worked in a grooming facility for a couple years (as a bather) and a veterinary office (as a veterinary assistant). I'm very reliable, professional (no unexpected visitors coming along on drop ins/overnights) and have pretty flexible availability. I will do my very best to accommodate any bookings as close as I can to the time you request. I like to keep pets on their schedule so it eases them a bit more. I treat anyone's pet as I would want my own to be treated. I think having had dogs and cats as well as working with many different breeds and personalities does make a difference in understanding behaviors dogs may have when they're around new faces. I'm very patient no matter what. **please keep in mind my prices reflect rover taking a large percentage**

Cat care experience

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

Reviews

Linda M.
House Sitting • Mar 16, 2026
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Stephanie not only provides the best adult dog and cat care but is wonderful with training puppies! Thank you for all you do!

Tracey h.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 01, 2026
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Always wonderful with Fenway and me!!! We will be sad and miss her!! She is a wonderful person and anyone who is books her will be blessed!! Thanks Stephanie ❤️

Tracey h.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 15, 2026
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Stephanie has been with us for the past year and a half and we have certainly enjoyed her as our sitter. Both Fenway and I will miss her so much. I highly recommend her for taking care of your pets!!!

Kristi H.
House Sitting • Nov 24, 2025
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Stephanie was fabulous with our fur babies and our home. She communicated so well and provided great updates through tour trip! I am so thankful to have found her and will definitely book with her again!

About Stephanie S.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

36 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am very much appreciative of instructions that you want to write down (hand written or typed - it doesn't matter). You can write a note, you can write 5 pages - its all helpful and I'd like you, as the pet parent, to feel comfortable. I like to keep your pets as close to their regular schedule as I can. I like to work with my clients to ensure everything they'd like to have done can be done.

Information Stephanie S. would like to know about your pet

I don't have any breeds that I don't enjoy working. I love any and all pets (even the non-traditional types (chickens, birds, etc)). If there is anything that might frighten your dog/cat (or if they get nervous around certain situations), I would love to know so that we can avoid any undue stress. Knowing anything they like to chew on that maybe shouldn't be left around, any food quirks, etc.

A typical day

I'm more than happy to take your dog on a favorite trail or route (if you have one) or just enjoy a nice walk around your neighborhood. I'm very open to doing things that you know your dog would enjoy.

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Stephanie S.

Fredericksburg, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
119 reviews