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Tess S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
93 repeat clients
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Tess S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
93 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

$28 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Tess has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
28 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

The best care for your best buddy

I've taken care of animals since I was in elementary school, had a golden retriever growing up, a yellow labrador (in the pics) for 10 years until he passed away, and now I have a dog and a cat at home. I also trained my Labrador to be a pet therapy dog. I would love to be able to take your dog on walks or stop by and care for your pets for drop-in visits. I have given animals' medications, including injections, and have taken care of pets with special needs. In addition to dogs and cats, I have cared for fish, frogs, birds, lizards, guinea pigs, rabbits, hedgehogs, hamsters, mice, rats, and snakes. I love all animals and am both dependable and conscientious. If you have any questions, please ask! I treat every animal uniquely. I want to know any nuances about them, so I can provide the best care possible! Please share with me their daily routine.

Cat care experience

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Happy to care for your kitty

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

Qualifications

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

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I'm happy to take your dog to the local park, through the neighborhood, or we can play in your yard, etc. For cats and other critters, I'm happy to play with them and will be careful entering and departing your house to prevent escapes.

Ratings and reviews

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387 ratings
Olivia S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 20, 2026

Tess was wonderful, as always. She is very responsive and i can trust her to take great care of our cats. She was extremely patient with our new cat who was more skiddish and hid during her visits. We would happily book with her again!

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Shannon C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 13, 2026

So responsive and dependable!! Takes amazing pictures. Best of the best.

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Courtney C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 08, 2026

Tess is by far the best cat sitter around.. if you’re looking for someone who comes through when you need it, keeps your cats’ routine 100 percent, and sends amazing updates, look no further!! Our cats love her and we know they’re in great hands.

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Kristin L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 08, 2026

Tess took wonderful care of our cats while we were gone for a long vacation. She sent amazing photos and went above and beyond bringing in the mail and communicating details. Thanks again!

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John L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 07, 2026

Tess is our go-to Rover sitter. Never a problem with visits - very professional and thorough

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Rebecca C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 27, 2026

Forever the best!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work full time, but am available most weekdays before 7 am (I'm a morning person), occasional lunch hours, and after 4:45 pm. My calendar shows my weekend availability as well.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Tess can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
I do not have any breed preference and I have pet sat for small and large dogs as well as puppies and senior dogs. I'll ask questions about your animal's quirks, what they do and don't like, and if they have any fears/aversions to things.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.