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“Claudia was great!! She sent lots of pics and made Roscoe so comfortable! I tried to board him before I found her and he was too nervous ? I will definitely be using her again and recommending her to anyone who needs a dig sitter ?”


“Corri, her family, and wonderful dogs have seamlessly created a worry-free and welcoming environment for my dog, Skye. With much appreciation, Skye and I look forward to the next boarding opportunity.”


“Krista was the perfect person to care for Amy. She made Amy feel right at home. We were sent pictures and updates daily. I never worried a minute while she was in Krista's care. We will definitely use Krista again without hesitation.”


“Cynthia and her family are amazing! Cynthia was in contact with me daily for updates and pictures. She made sure my dog was well taken care of and felt right at home. I highly recommend Cynthia for any and all future visits. She and her family will take care of your dog like they are their own and make you feel more than comfortable about leaving your pup for a few days!”


“Cayce was fabulous. It was our first time leaving our dog and she made us feel very comfortable with the whole process. She offered to meet with us before hand, she sent photos several times a day, was flexible with pick-up and drop-off times, and was very communicative. We would definitely use her again and again.”


“Louie has stayed with Neha and Siddharth twice now and he just loves it. They spoil him with lots of fun and send us pictures throughout the visit! Thank you for being so good to our boy!”


“From start to finish Mariu provided top notch service. Our meet and greet went perfectly and after drop off our dog, Calypso, had nothing but fun. When picking her up I can tell she enjoyed herself and loved the company that Mariu and her dog, Eros provided. She gave picture updates from walks to treats and I know Calypso enjoyed playing in the gated backyard.”



“Olga once again did a great job! This time we brought our puppies. She is such a great sitter. Really enjoys taking care of pets. Highly recommend!!”


“Tim was great, he took amazing care of my old pupper. He sent great pics and she looked so happy. He was comfortable with giving her medicine too which was a relief! I will definitely book again!”

“Very pleased with the care of my elderly dog. Celea sent pictures and videos daily and did a great job making sure Charlie was comfortable at all times. I would definitely recommend Celea to my friends and neighbors and will use her again. Her home is perfect for the safety of my dog with a large backyard and privacy fence.”


“Mi experiencia con Maria ha sido estupenda. He dejado a mi perrita Isabella 10 días y la ha cuidado muy bien. Hemos estado hablando todos los días, y me ha enviado fotos. A Maria y su marido le encantan los perros y eso se nota. Me ha echo sentir muy tranquila sabiendo que la estaba cuidado ella , porque adora los animales. Sin duda, volveré a dejar a Isabella con Maria cuando lo necesite. My experience with Maria has been great. I have left my dog Isabella for 10 days and she has taken very good care of her. We have been talking every day, and she has sent me photos. Maria and her husband love dogs and that shows. It made me feel very calm knowing that she was taken care of Isabella, because she loves animals. Without a doubt, I will leave Isabella with Maria again when I need it.”



“We are so pleased with the care provided to our puppy! Very responsive, flexible, and caring towards our little girl. We will certainly have them care for Ally again.”



“Marcia was very caring of my senior, diabetic, and nearly blind dog. She hurriedly made sure my dog was safely fenced in, as it was damaged due to the hurricane. She was open to learn how to give her insulin shots. She sent pictures of my dog, mainly sleeping on a nice comfy bed and napping outside in the sun which are her favorite activities. She gave her a hoof to chew on, which she thoroughly enjoyed. Marcia only watches 1 dog at a time with her own dog, as to be able to give them proper attention.”


About: I’ve been caring for dogs and other pets for years—both my own and those of family, friends, and neighbors. What sets me apart is the love and patience I bring to every animal I meet. I treat every pet like they’re my own and always aim to make them feel safe, comfortable, and happy. I have experience with a wide range of breeds, sizes, and temperaments. I’m especially good with shy or anxious pets, and I’ve cared for both playful puppies full of energy and sweet senior dogs who need extra patience and gentle attention. I also know how to give basic medications if needed and follow any routine you provide. Your pet’s well-being is my priority, and I’m committed to providing loving, reliable care every time. Pet care fits perfectly into my daily routine because I’m currently available full-time. This allows me to be flexible and fully dedicated to your pet’s needs—whether it’s daily walks, boarding , day care, or last-minute drop-ins. Since this will be my main focus, you can count on me to give your pet lots of attention, love, and consistent care. When caring for pets, safety and comfort are always my top priorities. Whether I’m in my home or yours, I create a calm, loving environment where pets feel secure and relaxed. I always follow your instructions closely—feeding schedules, walk routines, medication needs, and any specific rules your pet is used to. I take the time to get to know each pet’s personality and adjust to their needs, whether they’re playful and energetic or shy and need a slower approach. I never leave pets unattended outside, and I’m very careful on walks, always keeping them leashed and away from potential dangers. Trust is everything when it comes to caring for someone’s furry family member, and I take that responsibility seriously.

“I left Luly with her for 2 days, she was very affectionate and kind with my puppy, she sent me several photos and videos about the moments with her, it was very nice to meet her and I highly recommend her, I will definitely leave Luly with Nereida next time”


“Teresa took such great care of Jojo! She takes the responsibility of caring for others’ pets very seriously. She understands dogs and their behavior and took great care to make sure Jojo was comfortable. Jojo was a little timid the first day, but settled right in by the second day. Teresa gave me many updates during Jojo’s stay along with photos and videos. Jojo was affectionate with both Teresa and her husband. It is such a relief to find someone that I feel so comfortable leaving Jojo with.”


“Karen and Randy we’re awesome they treated Barkley like he was their own dog. They updated us with pictures and videos, and Barkley can’t wait to go back. We will definitely be using Karen often as it we feel like it’s like us taking care of the dog. Thank you and go eagles”


“She gave our little kitties so much love and we will definitely be having them stay here again when needed. Consistent photos and videos, such kind feedback and they were so comfortable there! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ easily!”


“He did amazing with my dog. He had so much fun playing with friends at the house! Zeus had so much fun he wasn’t ready to leave! We will definitely be using Steven for any time we need a sitter or even just a play date :)”


“Cesarina took EXCELLENT care of Legacy!! The location was convenient, and her home is cozy and comfortable! She even accomadated Legacy when he refused to eat his food, she was gentle and hand-fed him just to satisfy his needs! She also sent me updated photos every single day for a week! I 10/10 recommend Cesarina as your pet sitter. If I could give 100 stars I would! Thank you! Will be booking again!”

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Claudia d.
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“Claudia was great!! She sent lots of pics and made Roscoe so comfortable! I tried to board him before I found her and he was too nervous ? I will definitely be using her again and recommending her to anyone who needs a dig sitter ?”


Corri R.

“Corri, her family, and wonderful dogs have seamlessly created a worry-free and welcoming environment for my dog, Skye. With much appreciation, Skye and I look forward to the next boarding opportunity.”


Krista M.

“Krista was the perfect person to care for Amy. She made Amy feel right at home. We were sent pictures and updates daily. I never worried a minute while she was in Krista's care. We will definitely use Krista again without hesitation.”


Cynthia P.


“Cynthia and her family are amazing! Cynthia was in contact with me daily for updates and pictures. She made sure my dog was well taken care of and felt right at home. I highly recommend Cynthia for any and all future visits. She and her family will take care of your dog like they are their own and make you feel more than comfortable about leaving your pup for a few days!”


Cayce K.Star Sitter

“Cayce was fabulous. It was our first time leaving our dog and she made us feel very comfortable with the whole process. She offered to meet with us before hand, she sent photos several times a day, was flexible with pick-up and drop-off times, and was very communicative. We would definitely use her again and again.”


Neha & Siddharth G.

“Louie has stayed with Neha and Siddharth twice now and he just loves it. They spoil him with lots of fun and send us pictures throughout the visit! Thank you for being so good to our boy!”


Mariu S.

“From start to finish Mariu provided top notch service. Our meet and greet went perfectly and after drop off our dog, Calypso, had nothing but fun. When picking her up I can tell she enjoyed herself and loved the company that Mariu and her dog, Eros provided. She gave picture updates from walks to treats and I know Calypso enjoyed playing in the gated backyard.”




Olga L.

“Olga once again did a great job! This time we brought our puppies. She is such a great sitter. Really enjoys taking care of pets. Highly recommend!!”


Tim M.
“Tim was great, he took amazing care of my old pupper. He sent great pics and she looked so happy. He was comfortable with giving her medicine too which was a relief! I will definitely book again!”


Celea R.Star Sitter

“Very pleased with the care of my elderly dog. Celea sent pictures and videos daily and did a great job making sure Charlie was comfortable at all times. I would definitely recommend Celea to my friends and neighbors and will use her again. Her home is perfect for the safety of my dog with a large backyard and privacy fence.”


Maria P.

“Mi experiencia con Maria ha sido estupenda. He dejado a mi perrita Isabella 10 días y la ha cuidado muy bien. Hemos estado hablando todos los días, y me ha enviado fotos. A Maria y su marido le encantan los perros y eso se nota. Me ha echo sentir muy tranquila sabiendo que la estaba cuidado ella , porque adora los animales. Sin duda, volveré a dejar a Isabella con Maria cuando lo necesite. My experience with Maria has been great. I have left my dog Isabella for 10 days and she has taken very good care of her. We have been talking every day, and she has sent me photos. Maria and her husband love dogs and that shows. It made me feel very calm knowing that she was taken care of Isabella, because she loves animals. Without a doubt, I will leave Isabella with Maria again when I need it.”




Jerry S.

“We are so pleased with the care provided to our puppy! Very responsive, flexible, and caring towards our little girl. We will certainly have them care for Ally again.”




Marcia P.Star Sitter

“Marcia was very caring of my senior, diabetic, and nearly blind dog. She hurriedly made sure my dog was safely fenced in, as it was damaged due to the hurricane. She was open to learn how to give her insulin shots. She sent pictures of my dog, mainly sleeping on a nice comfy bed and napping outside in the sun which are her favorite activities. She gave her a hoof to chew on, which she thoroughly enjoyed. Marcia only watches 1 dog at a time with her own dog, as to be able to give them proper attention.”


Lisett F.
“Lisett took amazing care of our dog while we were away for the weekend. She sent us regular updates, pictures, and made sure he stuck to his routine. It gave us such peace of mind knowing they were in good hands. We’ll definitely be booking with her again!”


Nereida S.

“I left Luly with her for 2 days, she was very affectionate and kind with my puppy, she sent me several photos and videos about the moments with her, it was very nice to meet her and I highly recommend her, I will definitely leave Luly with Nereida next time”


Teresa K.Star Sitter

“Teresa took such great care of Jojo! She takes the responsibility of caring for others’ pets very seriously. She understands dogs and their behavior and took great care to make sure Jojo was comfortable. Jojo was a little timid the first day, but settled right in by the second day. Teresa gave me many updates during Jojo’s stay along with photos and videos. Jojo was affectionate with both Teresa and her husband. It is such a relief to find someone that I feel so comfortable leaving Jojo with.”


Karen R.Star Sitter

“Karen and Randy we’re awesome they treated Barkley like he was their own dog. They updated us with pictures and videos, and Barkley can’t wait to go back. We will definitely be using Karen often as it we feel like it’s like us taking care of the dog. Thank you and go eagles”


Cristina M.Star Sitter

“She gave our little kitties so much love and we will definitely be having them stay here again when needed. Consistent photos and videos, such kind feedback and they were so comfortable there! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ easily!”


Steven M.

“He did amazing with my dog. He had so much fun playing with friends at the house! Zeus had so much fun he wasn’t ready to leave! We will definitely be using Steven for any time we need a sitter or even just a play date :)”


Cesarina C.

“Cesarina took EXCELLENT care of Legacy!! The location was convenient, and her home is cozy and comfortable! She even accomadated Legacy when he refused to eat his food, she was gentle and hand-fed him just to satisfy his needs! She also sent me updated photos every single day for a week! I 10/10 recommend Cesarina as your pet sitter. If I could give 100 stars I would! Thank you! Will be booking again!”
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Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Alva.
Rover makes it easy to find Alva pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star 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 boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their 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 boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your 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 boarding 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 boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
