House Sitting In Sunset

About: Hello! So nice to meet you. I'm looking forward to getting to know you and your pet(s)! My first name is Taylor, but please call me Marie (my middle and preferred name) :-) I am competent, thorough, communicative, responsible, punctual, respectful, honest, and have integrity. You can be assured that your pet(s) will be safe with me. I give periodic written updates with photos, I follow instructions carefully, I take attentive notes about your pet from your description and my own observations, I am focused and attentive when caring for your pet(s), and I respond promptly to messages. For pet sitting in your home, I am very tidy/respectful and will leave your home as clean as when I arrived, and I stay in only the designated area(s) and only touch what I need to (please show me where you keep cleaning supplies and your pets’ food or medications, etc.). I pick up after your pet and bring my own dog waste bags, leads, collapsible water bowl, and first aid kit, just in case. I pay attention to details, like the temperature (air/ground) being safe for walks. My preference is to suggest a “Meet-and-Greet” (whenever possible. I do typically accept short-notice requests where this may not be logistically possible) because it’s important to me that you AND your pet are comfortable with me (and I you). I am loyal and love to have repeat clients, but I also enjoy taking on one-time requests, I’m happy to help. I try to keep a pet’s routine as familiar as possible for their comfort and your peace of mind. A bit about my background: I'm currently enrolled (2026) in Penn Foster's Vet Tech Associate's Degree Program. I graduated with a 4.0 from Pima Medical Institute, Phoenix, in December 2020 from the Veterinary Assistant Program. I graduated magna cum laude ("with great praise") from ASU in 2015 with a BA in Creative Writing and a second BA in French linguistics/translation/literature. I also completed one semester of the Pre-Veterinary Medicine program at ASU. I am Fear Free Level 3 Certified (........), and currently I'm renewing my certification for 2026. I am RECOVER Initiative (CPR) certified (just renewed for 2026). I've worked for various Small Animal vet clinics on and off since 2018. I have been working with animals in some capacity since 2010 (technically years earlier, since I used to volunteer at our local humane society in elementary and middle school as a kid), and I’ve had my own pets since I was ~5 years old. I worked previously for Rover from July 2017 to May 2021, and took a hiatus because I moved, but unfortunately I no longer have my original Rover profile (Was listed as "Taylor E.", first name and maiden name initial). I had a 5-star rating from 35 people who were pleased with my pet care and communication and left positive reviews (thank you so much!!!) and had several repeat clients -- Please see screenshots of my previous Rover account reviews in my photo gallery. I love working for Rover, so I’m glad to be back! I have the experience to be able to care for certain special needs, and I will communicate with you honestly (at all times) if I feel a request/booking is beyond my scope of experience because my priority is your pet's safety and wellbeing and I feel they should be matched with the best possible carer. I have worked with a variety of cats/dogs of different ages, abilities/needs/conditions, sizes, and breeds, as both a veterinary assistant and pet sitter. As an important DISCLAIMER: While I do have years of vet assistant experience and formal vet assistant education, I am not a Veterinarian and not a CVT (i.e., I am not licensed to practice veterinary medicine); I can only care for your pet in the capacity as a pet sitter / dog walker and cannot provide medical care or diagnose or prognose, etc. I will always refer you to your local Vet for that type of care and will not do anything outside of my scope of expertise for the safety of your pet (and to abide by the law). In the event of an emergency I can provide first aid/CPR and transport your pet to the vet. About our pets at home: My husband and I have two wonderful cats (1 adopted, 1 we rescued) and two wonderful dogs (adopted by us from the humane society after they were rescued from dire situations, respectively; one of which is a tripod and one is a disabled senior that wears diapers) -- I gravitate especially towards rescues and seniors that need a little extra care, and I especially love cats. Every pet is so special and deserves a safe and happy home! Thank you so much for your consideration. Looking forward to meeting you and your pets! -- Marie When receiving a booking request, I will communicate in detail about my availability to ensure it meets your expectations and your pet's needs. I’m a transparent and thorough communicator, and I’ll let you know of any prior commitments that I may have during a house stay request. I also do real-time check-ins/updates, so you’ll always know how your pet is doing, what we’re up to, and when I am present and when I leave your home. My day-to-day work/school is remote and flexible, so I can choose my own hours and follow your pet’s daily routine (waking/sleeping/feeding, etc.), and give them lots of both active, attentive quality time (undivided attention playing with them, walking them, petting them, brushing them, caring for them, etc.) and hangout time (for example, sitting on the couch together). Whenever possible, I can take short-notice and same-day requests. I have evening classes most weekdays for ~2-4 hours, depending on the day, and occasional performances on weekends, but typically no other scheduling commitments from May to September annually. From September through May (9 months, Fall to Summer), I am unavailable Saturdays and some Fridays (mostly First Fridays) due to our performance schedule. For a healthy pet that can be safely left alone, I still always spend as much time with them as possible and only leave the house for meals (and/or can bring food) and/or class, an occasional errand, depending on how long the stay is. I arrive well-prepared to minimize the need to exit the home. I will discuss my availability and your pet's needs in detail before accepting a booking to be sure it is mutually a good fit. For any booking, your pet’s care and safety is my primary responsibility and I take my duty of supervision and care with the utmost seriousness (don’t worry, I’m also fun!). I also care deeply for their emotional well being, so while I have to be realistic about my own schedule and needs (my classes, the need to eat, etc.), I don’t leave them unattended or lonely for any longer than I have to. In your home or on a dog-walk, I will give your pet(s) my full attention to their safety, well-being, and happiness. I am consistent and committed to staying up to date on the latest behavioral and scientific/medical knowledge. I am thorough and I carefully follow directions and will ask for clarification if needed to ensure I am prepared for your pet's specific care. I am experienced and knowledgeable, and you can trust me in your home and with your precious pets. If they have a special need that I am not qualified for handling or have experience with, I will be honest and not overstate my skills (I want your pet to be in great hands with the best fit possible as much as you do). I am gentle, calm, and kind, and can also be silly/fun/playful/energetic, or very quiet; I try to adapt to your pet’s personality, comfort, and needs. I've worked with a range of pets, from quiet seniors and calm cats to rambunctious puppies, giant-breeds, and anxious pets. And while I love them all, I most especially gravitate towards cats, seniors, and differently-abled pets. I unfortunately cannot care for your pets in my own home (such as daycare or pet sitting in my home) because I have four of my own at home with special needs and routines. (Note that when I’m away on a house stay, they are in great hands with my husband, so while I miss them dearly when gone, my own pets are very loved and looked after.) ***I’m not accepting puppies at this time due to my varied availability/classes, or most Large/Giant breeds only because I’m healing a neck/shoulder injury; I'm not assuming about your pet that they pull on a lead, but I want to ensure I could safely carry/transport them in the event of an emergency.***

“Audrey was very kind, responsive, and great for our little last minute fiasco. The pups really seemed to enjoy their time with her and we were able to enjoy the day not worrying about the care our pups were provided!”

Amanda M.

“Kim and Cedell were great! They have a lovely family and took very good care of our dog while we were away for 11 days. Communication was excellent, we received daily photos and updates on our pup. Our house was well cared for, they were respectful of our Belongings as well as house requests while we were away. Definitely recommend them to anyone in need of a reliable dog sitter and we will certainly use them again in the future!”

Lisa S.

“Absolutely stellar pet sitter. I booked with William last minute since I had to leave town and my other sitter had fallen through, and he did such an amazing job with Fonzy. Consistent updates and photos, asked questions, and my place looked great when I returned. Highly recommend for others!”

Trevor T.

“Nicole watched our kitty for a long weekend and we didn't worry one second. She is so devoted to our furry families. She did a great job of keeping her happy and comfortable. Our kitty is older so needs more help and compassion! Nicole is a delightful person and we felt she is like our family. We hope we can have her back again..”

Janet M.

“Came home to happy healthy babies! We appreciated the updates and photos while we were away and Olivia's flexibility with our schedule.”

Valerie B.

“Gigi was wonderful. She looked after our home and cat Joyce exceptionally well. She has great communication and a definite love for animals. I would highly recommend her.”

Emma H.

“She massively helped me out last minute when another dog sitter flaked on me. She was great with the dogs and very communicate. Would definitely use her again.”

Genevieve M.

“Kim was amazing! She really has the ability to connect with your pups and is professional, communicative, friendly and just all around great! It was my first booking with her and I will definitely be asking for her again! She left the house as if I was never gone (even fixed a light for me!). My babies enjoyed her and I know they were well cared for which made my trip so much more enjoyable without having to worry! I would definitely refer anyone to her, hands down! (Just don’t book her when I need her! :) thanks Kim. You’re awesome!!!!!!”

Jen T.

“Alice is amazing, she took such wonderful care of Astro while we were out. She provided updates and great pictures. She was thorough with her care for Astro and did whatever was necessary to make him comfortable. We will definitely be booking her again in the future.”

Suchit V.

“Desiree was fantastic! Her communication was great, we received updates and photos all weekend and our house was spotless when we got home. Would absolutely recommend her!”

Annee C.

About: I have loved dogs my whole life - what kid didn't have an encyclopedia of dogs, right? I have had my own dogs since I was 5 years old and socialized often with my neighbor's hunting dogs at a young age. Needless to say, I am happy to meet any kind of pup you may have! I am experienced with housesitting up to 6 dogs of various sizes at once, including dogs with special needs (i.e.: no vision, lack of hearing, diapers, medications, and more), so please do not hesitate to ask about these kinds of requests. I work full-time in a hybrid role at ASU, so I am available to be at home with your pups on Tuesdays and Fridays during the week and all day on Saturdays and Sundays. This allows me to accommodate bathroom breaks and any midday needs. During other weekdays, I will typically work 8-5pm without the availability to check in on the pets until I arrive home. No one pup, cat, or pack of animals is the same so personalization is crucial. I meet you and your family where they are at, any and all quirks included. Feel free to leave that long list you aren't sure how to explain to the sitter. Tell me how they love to play their favorite games, where their favorite cuddle spots are, and any fears or dislikes they may have. I aim to make the transition away from your care to mine as seamless as possible, so everyone feels supported and comfortable.

“Faith took great care of lily!”

Alex F.

“Brenna was wonderful! Our house was spotless (probably cleaner than when we left it) and the pets were happy and I could tell well loved. She made it so easy and stress free!”

Jennifer C.

“Tabbitha is the best, most communicative and warm pet sitter! I feel very confident my little dog is being treated kindly and cared for while I am away. I highly recommend this very trustworthy pet sitter.”

Margie R.

“Jessica was fantastic! There’s nothing more we could have hoped for. The dogs were well taken care of, the house was in great shape (even with a wild puppy she had to watch), her communication was great, I’d highly recommend Jessica. She couldn’t have been better!”

Sean C.

“What a nice young man. I would be happy to use Trevor again. Timely, my dog liked him...good signs. Good communication skills. The house looked great when I came home.”

Devra C.

“Took great care of my high energy dog while away for the Holiday weekend. My dog has some separation anxiety issues so I wanted to make him feel more comfortable by staying in his safe place as a recent rescue. I came home to a very happy dog.”

Brooke S.

“Madilyn was great! We had an unexpected last minute dash to find a sitter for our two old cats and little anxious dog when our previous sitter backed out. We communicated with a number of folks to try to find someone and were not finding them to be responsible or reliable. Then Maddy saved the day. She was calm and clear and followed through on the items discussed. We knew our house and pets were in good hands and are so thankful for her help. Thanks again, Madilyn!”

Marie R.

“Grace was so sweet and very communicative! She would update me on how both my dogs were doing and would send pictures! She even took both my dogs out for walks and her runs! I can’t say enough good things about her! I really look forward to having her look after my boys next time we go out of town! Thanks so much Grace!”

Rosanna R.