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Steven M.

East Haven, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
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Services

Steven can care for

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

Availability

I was recently laid off due to ongoing spine problems. My doctor said that keeping mobile is the best thing for me right now, so I figured that spending my time around animals and walking outdoors is a great option for me to continue healing and to have a source of income. I will focus nearly all of my time towards this work as I am unemployed at the moment.

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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Steven M.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

28 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I am a big believer in gaining the trust of your pet first. So a slow approach and getting down on their level to allow them to smell and gain trust is important to me. I also love to communicate with animals in a high pitch baby voice as to not be intimidating. I am quite a large man so I feel the baby voice helps with the more skiddish of animals. Sometimes a stern voice may be needed needed given the situation, but almost never used. Your pets will get the exact same love and affection that my pets get every day because they deserve nothing but love.

Location

East Haven, CT

Steven M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Lifelong, Trustworthy Animal Care

Pet care experience

Hi, I’m Steve — a lifelong animal lover who has been caring for pets for neighbors, friends, and family for as long as I can remember. Animals have always been a huge part of my life. When I was younger, I volunteered at Roaring Brook Nature Center, where I helped care for everything from snakes and lizards to owls, possums, ferrets, and chinchillas. As I got older, my passion for animals took me even farther — all the way to a wildlife preserve in South Africa, where I spent time helping with game drives, tracking wildlife, and learning just how important compassionate, attentive care is for every living creature. Recently, I was laid off after dealing with a back injury, and I decided it was finally time to return to what brings me happiness: being around animals and helping people feel confident their pets are safe, comfortable, and loved. I’m patient, gentle, reliable, and I treat every animal like they’re my own. Whether your pet needs walks, attention, playtime, or just someone calm and caring to keep them company, I’m here to help and to make sure they feel secure and happy. I’d love the chance to care for your furry family member.

Cat care experience

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

Reviews

Ramzi R.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 19, 2026
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Steven is professional, kind, courteous and timely as always. Even my shy cat who is wary of strangers loves him. 5 out of 5, I recommend his petting services.

Ramzi R.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 28, 2025
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Steven is friendly, punctual, followed our instructions, and went above and beyond. We (and our kitties) are thoroughly satisfied with his pet sitting. Our super shy cat who usually always hides even took a shine to him. 5 out of 5 stars, I would hire again and recommend!

Marlen L.
House Sitting • Dec 14, 2025
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Steven was absolutely wonderful. He has such a calming, kind energy, and you can immediately tell he’s great with animals. Theo clearly loved him and was very comfortable in his care. When I came back from work, my house was clean, Theo was happy and well taken care of, and I truly felt at ease the entire time. Steven also sent me videos and photos throughout the night, which I really appreciated and found reassuring. I will definitely be booking with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter.

Ashley D.
Dec 02, 2025

I’m proud to recommend my younger brother for any role involving animal care. From a very young age, he has had a deep, natural love for animals, and that passion has only grown stronger over the years. He has spent many years volunteering his time to care for animals, showing patience, kindness, and a genuine joy for the work. Animals truly bring him happiness, and it shows in the way he treats every creature with respect and compassion. He is a smart, caring, and responsible man, and any animals under his care would be the luckiest. I have no doubt he will be an asset to Rover and the community he will be serving.

About Steven M.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

28 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I am a big believer in gaining the trust of your pet first. So a slow approach and getting down on their level to allow them to smell and gain trust is important to me. I also love to communicate with animals in a high pitch baby voice as to not be intimidating. I am quite a large man so I feel the baby voice helps with the more skiddish of animals. Sometimes a stern voice may be needed needed given the situation, but almost never used. Your pets will get the exact same love and affection that my pets get every day because they deserve nothing but love.

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Steven M.

East Haven, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews