Caring, Responsible, Reliable

About this sitter

After a long stint in "Corporate America" working as a technical project manager; I transition to the supporting nonprofits and artist in the music industry in 2006. Currently, I work as the General Manager at New Amsterdam Records and Program Manager of globalFEST. I do it all fully remote, which is great because it allows me to work from anywhere and fuel my personal passion for travel!

When I'm not focused on NewAm, you can find me volunteering at Gallop NYC (therapeutic riding programs), or trying new things like sailing, rowing, horse riding or traveling to new places.

IG: _sophia_mena_
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiamena/
Rover: sophia-m-caring-responsible-reliable/

Why they want to house sit

I love house-sitting; it combines my love for discovering new places with the joy of caring for dogs and other pets.

https://www.rover.com/members/sophia-m-caring-responsible-reliable/

https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/house-and-pet-sitters/united-states/new-york/brooklyn/l/5415732/?

Their experience

I've been dog sitting for over 15 years. Here are some of my review from my rover profile (most extensive public review site):

Dog Boarding • Jan 09, 2025
Sophia was wonderful with my 16.5-yr-old Shichon Rocky. He has health issues and was very barky and agitated during his stay with her, but she was kind, accommodating and patient every step of the way. She sent me pictures and videos daily, along w updates on how he was doing. She also diligently gave him meds his everyday. Would highly recommend her, and would happily leave Rocky w her again.

David G.
Dog Boarding • Jan 08, 2025
Sophie was a fantastic sitter! Sent a lot of pictures, was friendly, and communicative throughout. Highly recommend!

Claire K.
Dog Boarding • Dec 01, 2024
Sophia took great care of Kirby and was very communicative throughout his stay - she anticipated his needs and he seemed very comfortable with her!

Jessica W.
Dog Boarding • Apr 15, 2023
Bowie always looks so happy and at home when he’s with you. Thank you for taking such good care of our baby.

Jennifer G.
Doggy Day Care • Jan 16, 2023
Sophia was excellent! She was extremely flexible and communicative— even changing her schedule around to accommodate watching Arnie— and was very understanding of our late-night pick up/work hours. It was clear Arnie felt comfortable and had a great time. Thank you, Sophia, for taking such great care of her!

Jessica W.
Dog Boarding • Jan 02, 2023
Sophia gave our pup a holiday of his own! He seemed so happy and the photos she took while he was with her are works of art. Thank you!

Michael W.
Dog Boarding • Mar 09, 2022
Sophia was an excellent sitter! Very accommodating, responsive - sent us photos of Loki playing / walking / sleeping every day (we are a bit needy)! Loki spent a week with Sophia and had a great time, and was healthy and happy when we picked him up. I would definitely recommend Sophia to a friend

What can they bring to the assignment

Reliable, Responsible Animal Loving Caretaker, I have experience with different breeds and ages. I'm independent, self-sufficient and resourceful. I'm experiences administering medications.