Pet Sitting Allston
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“Alyssa was so kind and communicative! She was so caring and respectful to my cat and gave me so much peace of mind while I was traveling for the week. I'm endlessly grateful and can't recommend her enough to other cat owners!!”
About: Dogs have a special place in my heart. I’ve spent the last 6 years raising and training my own dog from puppyhood into a well-mannered adult, and I recently rescued another puppy who I am doing the same with. I’m very comfortable with everything from potty training to socialization and routines. I understand how important consistency, safety, and communication are, and I treat every pet like my own while respecting your wishes and routine. You’ll get regular updates, photos, and a very loved on puppy when you get home. I’m currently working virtually so I have a lot of time on my hands for your best friends! I’m open to be flexible to your needs. When pets stay with me, I try to make things feel as close to “home” as possible. I follow your routine for feeding, potty breaks, and playtime, and I’m big on safety as well. I build in a mix of exercise and quiet time so pets feel calm and comfortable. I also make an effort to send regular photo updates so you always know how your bff is doing! When I’m caring for pets in their own space, I respect your home and your rules. I keep to your schedule, tidy up food/litter areas, and make sure everything is exactly how you left it. I pay attention to behavior and appetite, watch for anything out of the ordinary, and give plenty of love while you’re away. You can expect clear communication, check-ins, and honesty from me!
“Was incredibly attuned to my lil anxious Winston, provided consistent helpful feedback & was just overall a perfect pet sitter for my baby boy! I was nervous using rover for the first time, and Rachel exceeded my expectations & went above and beyond. Will be working with her again!”
“Alissa was an AMAZING pet sitter -- my cat adored her. Alissa was super attentive, caring, and communicative. It made my vacation so much better knowing my cat was being looked after so well, plus she took many cute pictures. Alissa truly went above and beyond! Can't recommend highly enough.”
“Amanda B. was such an amazing drop-in cat sitter for our two kitties! From our very first interaction, Amanda was super-responsive. This is a big plus in my book--it makes everything so much easier, and I find it reassuring. She was able to sit for us on very short notice, and she was kind and helpful in guiding us through the whole process as new Rover users. She easily captured all the information she needed during our meet-and-greet, and we loved the detailed summaries and photos she shared after each visit. Amanda went above and beyond even what we asked of her. For example, we wanted it to be a light lift, so we said it was fine to bag up the spent litter and leave it in the trash bin in our apartment. Amanda went the extra mile and took the litter out to our external trash can, so we didn't have to deal with it when we got home. We mainly wanted someone to change the litter and check on food and water while we were gone, but Amanda also spent some quality time petting and playing with Mimi (Mochi is shy), which both Mimi and we greatly appreciated. We don't have the need for a sitter often, but when the need arises again, I'd rebook with Amanda in a heartbeat!”
“I’d absolutely book Hannah again! Both of my cats have multiple medications and she took great care to get everything right. She was even able to give Bodhi his insulin injection on her first night! She was very communicative and sent lots of photos of the cats and photos of their leftover food (particularly helpful for Rosie, as we had just changed her to a new diet). I didn’t worry about the cats once while we were away. I knew they were in good hands!”
About: Growing up as the youngest and most dog-obsessed of four kids in a busy household, I naturally became my mom’s go-to partner for pet care. Today, I still help my mom care for our two small dogs, Caton and Pops. Because of their size, safety is always my top priority—I maintain constant vigilance against hazards like off-leash dogs, coyotes, and fast traffic. I also have extensive experience handling large, powerful dogs. On top of walking our family’s Giant Schnoodle, Boots, before he passed in 2023, I regularly walk and feed my best friend’s two Australian Shepherd–Pitbull mixes. They are huge, strong, high-energy pups, so I’m very comfortable managing heavy pullers and keeping big dogs fully controlled and safe on leash. I am dedicated to bring safety, structure, and genuine love to every walk. Currently, I’m a full-time pre-med student at BU studying Health Science. I’m a total morning person, so I’m available for early bird pet care before my 8:00 AM classes start, free every weekday afternoon after 2:00 PM, and fully open all day on weekends. I will treat your pet and home with the utmost respect by sticking strictly to your dog's familiar routine for feeding, fresh water, and potty breaks. As a pre-med Health Science student, I bring a detail-oriented mindset to every visit, easily following custom care plans, medication needs, and basic household instructions. On walks, safety is always my top priority: drawing from my experience protecting my own small dogs, I stay hyper-vigilant of hazards like off-leash pets, fast traffic, and local wildlife. Plus, my background with larger breeds like Giant Schnoodles means I can comfortably and confidently handle big, high-energy dogs with proper leash control. You'll never have to wonder how your pup is doing while in my care. Upon request, after every walk, visit, or day care session, I am willing to send detailed updates including photos, potty summaries, and a quick breakdown of your dog’s mood and activity level. My goal is to make sure you feel completely confident that your pet is safe, happy, and well cared for every step of the way.
About: I have helped take care of my parents' dogs since I was a kid. While I don’t have any pets of my own (yet!) I love to be around them. I am comfortable with watching a few dogs at a time, and even walking more than one at a time since my parents have 4 large dogs. I am also very comfortable with puppies, including potty and other training, having helped train 5 of my parents' dogs. I have watched other peoples’ dogs, and I know what questions I need to ask to get an idea of how to care for them well. I have experience caring for very young puppies, senior dogs, and dogs in heat. I've been missing the time with my family dogs and would be honored to spend time with yours! I’m currently between jobs having just finished graduate school so I have plenty of time to spend with your pets. I know the importance of routine for our furry friends and am looking for some of that for myself right now too! I will likely ask many questions when we first meet in order to make sure I know everything I need to care for your beloved pet properly. I love to send updates and photos to keep you in the loop and make you feel comfortable knowing your pups are well taken care of!
“Andy did a great job watching our cats while we were away. We got timely updates and he communicated very clearly with us. Would definitely recommend!”
“Emma was attentive with our two playful kittens! She followed feeding instructions to the letter, played with and petted them, and overall preserved our peace of mind. She showed up precisely on time for daily drop ins and provided detailed report cards. Would highly recommend her as a cat sitter!”
“As always Julie is amazing! Our shy boy Marzipan has grown to absolutely love her. We have since gotten a new kitten, and she did great with him. He spent his visit playing and snuggling with her. Julie is very detail oriented and always makes sure we know any important information and genuinely cares about the job she’s doing to keep our pets safe and happy.”
About: I’ve always had at least two dogs in the house, and have always loved caring for cats! I have plenty of experience taking care of horses and chickens, and I’m no stranger to taking care of many pets at one time, for example, 3 large dogs, 3 cats and 3 horses at the same time! I’m currently a college student at Berklee College of Music, which makes my hours fairly flexible, as well as having easy transportation being in the heart of the city! Though my weekly schedule varies, my weekends are very open for full-time care, and I can easily work around my school schedule to give your furry friends their routine as smoothly as possible 😊 I live in a condo with two elderly chihuahuas (almost 15 years old!) named Glory and Hero, as well as a super loving mutt rescue named Mysti! I love going for long walks with Mysti, and taking my chihuahuas for nice short walks as they get older. Making sure Mysti gets the proper exercise and attention is super important as she is a medium sized dog in a condo, as well as accommodating my older dogs as they age.
“Roselle did an amazing job taking care of our fluffy cat, Mogul. She was communicative and organized throughout the entire process which we really appreciated. We came home to a happy and well cared for kitty and we’ll definitely ask Roselle to check in on Mogul in the future!”
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Allston is $25
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Allston
Emily was absolutely wonderful! She was able to help me out with a last minute request, and I really appreciated that she took the time to meet with me beforehand so we could make sure everything was a good fit before officially booking. She kept me updated throughout the visit and sent plenty of pictures and videos, which gave me so much peace of mind. I’m so thankful I found Emily, and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter!
Maddie was fantastic! She was communicative throughout, and my puppy was entirely at ease with her. She uploaded multiple photos from her visit along with a thorough description of my pup’s behavior and activities. I would absolutely book with Maddie again—five stars all around.
We cannot recommend Suzete highly enough! She was absolutely incredible with our cat, Clyde, and went above and beyond in every possible way. She cleaned his litter box and water fountain, brushed him, played with him, brought him toys, and consistently stayed longer than the time we had scheduled. She also sent us wonderful pictures and updates, which made us feel completely at ease while we were away. The best testament to how wonderful she was with Clyde was how calm and content he was when we got home. It was honestly as if we had never left. It was so clear that he had been incredibly well cared for and had gotten a ton of attention and affection. Suzete is kind, thoughtful, reliable, and truly exceptional at what she does. We recommend her more than 100% and will absolutely be using her again and again. Clyde was lucky to have her!
Alexina was amazing! It was a pleasure working with her, from our pre-booking “meet and greet” to her final visit and kind note. She was incredibly thoughtful and communicative, making it easy to trust her with our three cats and our home. This was our first Rover experience, and I felt so reassured to find Alexina, someone we can really trust. Thanks so much, Alexina!
Helena took fantastic care of my cat Liuliu. She kept me posted on the feeding schedule, shared what she noticed about my cat and apartment, and asked extremely thoughtful questions. Liuliu had a hard time adjusting to staying with friends during my leave, but Helena's steady, gentle presence helped her settle right back in. It brought me great comfort to see how well Liuliu was doing with Helena around, and I loved all the pictures and videos she shared along the way.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Sitting in Allston on Rover is $27.75 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 10,773 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Allston. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.
Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Allston stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.
Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.
If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Allston. On Rover:
- 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 95% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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