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Sylvia & Micheal G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
46 repeat clients
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Sylvia & Micheal G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
46 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $115 per night

Highlights

Sylvia & Micheal have Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
10 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Attentive, caring & insured sitters

I (Sylvia) grew up with dogs and cats and cared for them since I was young. Micheal grew up with cats and had the pleasure of raising his own husky. We have had lots of experience with all different breeds and sizes of puppies/kittens to older dogs/cats. We have cats of our own and will eventually have a dog again, but for now we get to spend time with the dogs we care for through my business and Rover! Your pets will be treated as if they were our own - with love and care. We will never accept a booking that we are not 100% sure that we can handle because your pets deserve the best, and we want to ensure that’s what they will get! We will follow their schedules and routines to the best of our ability and only make changes when approved by you. We are available for services anywhere in Vancouver/North Portland or surrounding areas! Locations further than 5 miles from us will have an additional charge based on distance. Our constant care services have a greater service radius of 15 miles. Feel free to contact us with any questions. Thank you for considering us to care for your pets while you are away.

Qualifications

46 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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117 ratings
Christopher M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 24, 2026

She was amazing and took the time to let my little Ziggy get comfortable with her. she was able to help with very short notice and that was a huge life saver and was communicating the whole time I will definitely be seeking her assistance again in the future

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Luke J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 19, 2026

This was the second time our pups stayed with Sylvia and Michael, and it’s the second 5 star review. They do a great job caring for the animals, making sure they get exercise/stimulation, and providing updates each day. As soon as pulled into the driveway the dogs remembered them and were excited to say hello, which is one of the most reassuring things you can see when dropping off before a trip. Highly recommend!

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Kiko F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 21, 2025

Sylvia is the best cat sitter! super responsive and always takes the best care of our babies

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Joerg R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 24, 2025

Sylvia and Michael took great care of Wilczek and she could be her usual self with them, making it so much easier to relax during our vacation! They also regularly shared updates and photos, so we never had to worry! Thank you!

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Lynn K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 24, 2025

Sylvia and Michael did wonderful job staying with our little Jazzy June. Got lots of pictures and she seemed very happy to have them as her personal servants!

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Randy M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 03, 2025

Sylvia and Michael were outstanding with our pup while we were away. They sent us updates and pictures a couple times a day during their stay with Ash. We chose to have them stay in our home so Ash would be more comfortable and his routine kept. Last year we boarded Ash with a local dog boarder and he was very sad and subdued for about a week or so after pickup. When we returned this year it was like we had never left. He was happy to see us and showed no sign of being upset. I would recommend Sylvia and Michael to anyone looking for great care of your animals and your home. We hope they will be available next year to care for Ash.

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Schedule

Over my years in pet care I’ve come across all kinds of different ways that people care for their furry friends, and we would like to do our best to keep their care the same! We offer multiple schedule options for house sitting to best fit the needs of your pets. Please review the price list (located in photos) to learn more and see which one will work best for you! Extra care options include 2 pets, 3+ will incur applicable additional pet fees. I (Sylvia) work a flexible part-time/hybrid job, and Micheal works from home full time so he will be a big part of extra care bookings. All bookings that include a holiday are subject to the holiday rates. *New clients that include the schedule they would like for their pets in their request will receive a surprise discount!* 😊

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Daycare/Boarding - Offered in our home for cats, and dogs. There is an unfenced patio/yard for potty breaks and play time. There are cats in the home that can be kept away if your pet is not friendly with cats. Don’t worry, the cats have an entire floor to themselves and will still get the attention and love they need! Please bring your pets food, favorite toys, or anything you think would make their stay more comfortable. We have food/water bowls, beds, and they will be allowed on the furniture if that is what they are used to.

Pets

A typical day

If your pets are active and playful you can let us know what kind of activities they like, and if you have preferred routes for walks or parks you take them to. If they aren't active or playful then we can spend time lounging with them.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Sylvia & Micheal can host up to 4 pets per night
Please let us know if your pet has any special food/treats they eat or medication that they take. Any behaviors we should be aware of, quirks or things that would be a rise of concern. Some pets require more than others so if they have any specific routines. How often do they need potty breaks? Any allergies or things to avoid?
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.