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Steven M.

Newport, RI

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
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Services

Steven can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Steven can look after

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

Availability

A loving pet sitter who works from home. My flexible schedule allows me to cater to the needs of your furry companion so they can stick to the schedule that they know best.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Steven M.

Communication

1 repeat pet owner
64% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

My goal is to treat your pet exactly like you would to provide you with some peace of mind while you are apart. Before any new booking, I like to get together with you and your best friend to go over the do's and dont’s to make sure your pal has the best experience possible.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Steven M. would like to know about your pet

Food with measuring scoop, and directions about amount and frequency. Food & Water Bowls A regular schedule for feeding, bathroom breaks, exercise, bedtime, etc. Safe treats and bones—with frequency instructions. Any medications with directions about amount & frequency. Your pet's collar with an ID tag that has the owner’s contact information. Your pet's favorite toys. Pet bed and any other comfort items. Pet harness and leash. Any key and/or alarm codes. Any other important household rules, instructions, and information. Pet owner’s contact information. Veterinarian’s contact information. Local emergency animal hospital contact information. Secondary contact person’s information, in case I can’t get a hold of you.

A typical day

It's difficult for me to say what a typical day would look like because I genuinely want your pet to have the best experience possible and part of that is doing what they enjoy most.

Location

Newport, RI

Steven M.'s Local Area

Pets

Owner away? I walk, sit and stay.

Pet care experience

Passionate pet sitter with experience caring for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Adept at providing exercise, feeding, and administering medication. Reliable and trustworthy with a commitment to providing the highest level of care for clients’ beloved companions.

Reviews

Kimberly D.
Boarding • Jul 29, 2025
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Absolutely amazing Caring and communicative, I highly recommend Stephen to anyone looking to get superior care for their pet! He sent pictures, asked questions and was flexible with our scheduling. He put our worrisome minds to rest knowing Cosmo was in such great hands. Thanks again! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Heather D.
House Sitting • Jul 08, 2025
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I couldn’t have been happier with the care Steven provided for our puppers, Evie and Alfie! Right from the beginning communication was clear, friendly, and professional. He took the time to learn about our dog’s routine and preferences, which immediately put us at ease. While we were away Steven sent updates and photos, showing how much fun the dogs were having. It was obvious our dogs were in loving hands and well cared for. We came home to two very happy dogs. If you're looking for someone trustworthy, kind, and truly passionate about animals, I highly recommend Steven. We will absolutely be booking again!

Gosia R.
Boarding • Jun 09, 2025
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Felt very comfortable leaving our 5 mo. old puppy in Steven’s care. During her stay with Steven, we received many updates with photos and video, which we very much appreciated. We loved that Steven took time to learn her routines and rituals to mimic her time at home as close as possible. She had a great time playing with his two dogs! We hope to use Steven’s services in the future.

Andrea S.
Boarding • Jun 09, 2025
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Steven and his wife took the best care possible of Tajj! They sent pictures of what she was doing every day, I would be very happy to leave my dog Tajj with them again!!!

About Steven M.

Communication

1 repeat pet owner
64% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

My goal is to treat your pet exactly like you would to provide you with some peace of mind while you are apart. Before any new booking, I like to get together with you and your best friend to go over the do's and dont’s to make sure your pal has the best experience possible.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Steven M. would like to know about your pet

Food with measuring scoop, and directions about amount and frequency. Food & Water Bowls A regular schedule for feeding, bathroom breaks, exercise, bedtime, etc. Safe treats and bones—with frequency instructions. Any medications with directions about amount & frequency. Your pet's collar with an ID tag that has the owner’s contact information. Your pet's favorite toys. Pet bed and any other comfort items. Pet harness and leash. Any key and/or alarm codes. Any other important household rules, instructions, and information. Pet owner’s contact information. Veterinarian’s contact information. Local emergency animal hospital contact information. Secondary contact person’s information, in case I can’t get a hold of you.

A typical day

It's difficult for me to say what a typical day would look like because I genuinely want your pet to have the best experience possible and part of that is doing what they enjoy most.

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Steven M.

Newport, RI

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews