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Valeria R.

Star Sitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
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Services

Valeria can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Valeria can care for

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

Availability

I’m currently only pet sitting part-time. I am available after 5pm Monday to Thursday and after 12pm on Fridays. I’m available all weekends. This can be variable as I will also have days off from work which will allow me to have more availability.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Valeria R.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 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

I live in a spacious 700 sq ft studio by myself. I also don’t have any pets that live with me. I live in a very dog friendly community with a dog park and large fields of grass perfect for off-leash time. I do also have large windows perfect for bird watching for my meow-er companions :)

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Valeria R. would like to know about your pet

No breed preferences. All I ask if that you please disclose if your pet has separation anxiety or is not potty trained. I am very comfortable with pets of all sizes and reactivity.

A typical day

I’m very active and love going on long hikes in Rock Creek and Great Falls. I’ve done it more times than I can count with my Aussiedoodle when she lived with me and she was always the happiest camper after. I’m a big believer of engaging and playing with your pets so I will definitely get on the floor and play with their favorite toy. Definitely can’t forget about the cuddles on the couch!

Location

Silver Spring, MD

Valeria R.'s Neighborhood

Valeria R. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Bestie to your furry bestie!

Pet care experience

My passion is making sure pets are cared for to the utmost quality. My pet sitting journey started by walking my neighbors dogs when I was just 12 years old and continued dog walking/pet sitting for family members/friends/clients until graduating college. My pet sitting has grown over the years and I definitely have grown more in love with it. I have a lot of cat sitting experience as well and have always cared for my grandma’s cats when she needs the extra help.

Cat care experience

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Bestie to your furry bestie!

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

Reviews

Jeff S.
Boarding • Jul 27, 2026
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Valeria was great with Bear! Would definitely recommend her!

Jenna U.
Dog Walking • Jul 11, 2026
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Valeria was on time and communicative. Ursa always looks so happy in the photos, clearly having a good time under Valeria’s care.

Adrian G.
Boarding • Jun 23, 2026
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Valeria was amazing with my dog, and I was lucky she was able to take him for the weekend so last minute. It can be a struggle to get him to eat sometimes, but she had no problem keeping him fed, which I'm so happy about. My dog was, of course, ready to go home, but I could tell she took really good care of him and kept him exercised. I absolutely would go to her again and recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter.

Dog Walking • Jun 19, 2026

Valeria R. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.

About Valeria R.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 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

I live in a spacious 700 sq ft studio by myself. I also don’t have any pets that live with me. I live in a very dog friendly community with a dog park and large fields of grass perfect for off-leash time. I do also have large windows perfect for bird watching for my meow-er companions :)

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Valeria R. would like to know about your pet

No breed preferences. All I ask if that you please disclose if your pet has separation anxiety or is not potty trained. I am very comfortable with pets of all sizes and reactivity.

A typical day

I’m very active and love going on long hikes in Rock Creek and Great Falls. I’ve done it more times than I can count with my Aussiedoodle when she lived with me and she was always the happiest camper after. I’m a big believer of engaging and playing with your pets so I will definitely get on the floor and play with their favorite toy. Definitely can’t forget about the cuddles on the couch!

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Valeria R.

Star Sitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews