Meet the Team!
Our team of pet sitters and dog walkers is made up of excellent pet care professionals. They each have strong backgrounds in pet care and are true animal lovers! Each team member was carefully selected from a highly competitive pool of applicants and has been background-checked and reference-checked. All team members are pet CPR and first aid-certified, and are insured and bonded as employees of Rebecca Marlin Pet Care.
Each pet sitter has their own regular schedule, and their availability remains consistent week to week. This means you may get the same pet sitter at every visit, or your pet may be visited by multiple members of the team over the course of your trip; it all depends on the dates you've requested. This team-based approach to pet care allows us to give our pet sitters a regular schedule and days off, and keep providing you with excellent pet care services all day, every day of the week! We all communicate daily as a team to update each other on how your pet is doing, and we find the pets love being cared for by their new friends! If at any point you'd like to schedule a meet and greet with any of the individual sitters working with your pet, we can set up a paid visit with them.
Berkeley-based Team (covers Oakland, Emeryville, Berkeley, Kensington, Albany, and El Cerrito)
Hillary
(she/her)
Senior Manager/Pet Sitter
Hi, I'm Hillary! I was raised and born in Oakland, and still reside in the Bay Area. In the photo with me is my fur baby, Barry Allen, a.k.a. The Flash (not really, he's very lazy!).
In my free time I enjoy video games and reading books. I also loves hiking and being outdoors, and even more in the company of furry friends!
I have been working with cats and dogs as a pet sitter for over 7 years, many of whom were delicate and old of age. When a pet needs me; I will be there, treating all pets like my own and ready to care for those most in need. I look forward to meeting you and your fur babies! :)
Pao
(she/her)
Pet Sitter
Hello! My name is Pao. I grew up in Mexico and moved to the Bay Area when I was 15 years old. I currently live in Oakland with my son, my partner and our little puppy Zero (as in The Nightmare Before Christmas hehe)!
I grew up with a variety of different pets, always having at least one in the house.
It brings me great joy getting to spend time with your fur babies! When I’m not taking care of them, I am taking care of my babies, tattooing, talking to my plants and skating. Thank you for your trust and I look forward to meeting your pets! :)
Ariann
(she/her)
Pet Sitter
Hi, I’m Ariann! I was born and raised in the Bay Area, where I grew up caring for all sorts of animals from hamsters and bearded dragons, to chickens and even cows. Pet walking/sitting was my first job as a kid and I’m thrilled to be continuing to care for animals even now. I have a super senior mutt named Blackie that I’ve had since the 2nd grade, and 2 crazy chihuahua boys, Chapulín (Chappie) and Nugget!
I have a passion for caring for babies of all species so I have a background teaching preschool and nannying! In my free time I love doing art/design, thrifting, and writing.
I look forward to providing the best care for your fur babies!
Emory
(they/them)
Pet Sitter
Hi, I’m Emory! I’m a born and raised Oakland local. I’ve always had multiple pets in my life and grew up with cats, dogs, chickens, fish, frogs, lizards, guinea pigs, and rats. Right now I have a small poodle mix named Pluot and two freshwater nano-aquariums with fish and shrimp.
In my free time I love doing art, social dancing, spending time with my pets, going out in nature, and visiting the wonderful museums the Bay Area has to offer.
I feel a deep connection with animals and want to provide the best care possible for them. I have been a pet sitter for 10 years and am thrilled to still be doing it. I’m looking forward to meeting and caring for your pets as well!
San Pablo-based Team (covers San Pablo, Richmond, El Sobrante, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo, and Crockett)
Melissa
(she/her)
Senior Manager/Pet Sitter
Hi, my name is Melissa! I was raised in Albany and now reside in Richmond. My husband and I live with our two dogs, Ein and May, and our cat, Loki (he opted out of the photo!).
What I bring to Rebecca Marlin Pet Care is 10+ years of professional animal husbandry experience. From humble beginnings at a low cost veterinary hospital in El Cerrito, to a prestigious rehabilitation/complementary medicine facility in Oakland. In addition to my professional experience is a lifetime of personal experience. I've had dogs and cats my whole life, as well as exotics at various times.
When I'm not pet sitting, you can find me gardening, hiking with my pups, or volunteering for Contra Costa Search and Rescue. I can also occasionally be found at ComicCon or sporting events.
I look forward to meeting you and your pets!
Araceli
(she/her)
Pet sitter
Hi, I’m Araceli! I was born and raised in the Bay Area, and all my life I have been surrounded by animals, from fishes, birds, and hamsters, to Guinea pigs, rabbits, and chickens! I am a full time animal lover and I’m passionate for their care and happiness. I believe that all living beings deserve to live life full of love and I’m more than happy to provide it for your babies.
My puppy’s name is Sasuke (Saskay)! He is a very happy, excited, hyper active 7 month old Border Collie mix. He is the light of our lives, my husband and I.
I’m excited to be on the Rebecca Marlin Pet Care team, and I look forward to providing the same love and care to your babies as well!
Antonio
(he/him)
Pet Sitter
Hi everybody! I'm Antonio! I've lived in the Bay Area most of my life and have had at least one animal for even longer. My wife often tells me I'm a cat whisperer but I just find most animals easier to get along and communicate with than a lot of people. If I see an animal that needs help I just have to do what I can for them, even if that means walking around Berkeley for 4-hours and then taking a 2-mile walk down to take them to the shelter, which I spent a Tuesday doing once upon a time.
In the photo is me and my best friend Grover enjoying one of our favorite pastimes, watching and rooting for the 49ers! I can't wait to get to know your own furry family members and spend some time with them as well!
Dalila
(she/they)
Pet Sitter
Hi I’m Dalila! I was born in Mexico and moved to San Francisco when I was 2 years old. I’ve lived in the Bay Area ever since. I’ve been around animals every since I was little and I very quickly learned they are something I’m passionate about.
In the picture with me is my bestie, Giddy. He’s a little chihuahua mix and I could not imagine life without my little stinker.
I love to spend my free time watching new movies and re-watching old classics. One of my other favorite things to do is help my family with their pets, I love being the family’s designated pet sitter.
It brings me a lot of joy to love and care for animals and I’m hoping I can bring lots of love to your fur babies! Thank you for your trust, I’m looking forward to meeting and caring for your pets!