Pet Sitting in Alpena
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home a few times a day to feed and play with your pet.
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1. Brooke W.
“Brooke was very communicative and helped us out last minute. She took great photos for us too!”
2. Mel S.
“Mel was fantastic! It was lovely to come home to happy kitties. Everything was just right.”
3. Sam R.
“Sam showed up every day. The kitties were fed, and the litter was changed. Anora even seemed a little plumper. Sam was a delight to have care for my pets.”
4. Brooke R.
“We travel a lot and hadn't been able to find a fit for our situation (being 900 miles from home!). Brooke came to meet us with our two golden retrievers and we liked her instantly. Our moody and spoiled 2 year old golden did too! She's got a great personality, shows up on time and we feel very blessed to have found her!”
5. Jane R.
“Jane is always amazing. She is responsive, positive and professional! We had an issue with our garage door while we were out of town this time and she was able to get it fixed within the hour for us. We love Jane!”
6. Caelyn B.
“Caelyn has helped with my pets several times over the years and I can’t recommend her enough! She’s a great communicator, always on time, and my dogs love her!”
7. Heather R.
“I was very happy knowing Heather was looking after my animals. I appreciate that she kept me updated and made my time away completely worry-free. Thank you, Heather!”
8. Jingle M.
“I’ve known Jingle for few years because of her beautiful smile, a simple and wonderful sweet person. She’s a shy-quiet type kind of person but once you know her very well, she has this strong personality and very funny too! We used to work together and while at work she is very serious about what she’s doing.”
9. Melina B.
“Melina is awesome awesome. The kitties are so well cared for. What a delight to have her around. Thanks”
How Rover works
1. Search
Read verified reviews by pet parents like you and choose a sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets
2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your pets while you’re away
3. Book & Pay
All payments are processed through Rover’s secured platform and your booking is backed by 24/7 support. It’s that easy!
Why Choose Rover?
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your pet sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Alpena on Rover as of Mar 2025 was about $15 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Alpena.
Rover makes it easy to find Alpena pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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