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Sitter Profile Image: Matt L.
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Matt L.
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$20
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5 out of 4.9 stars
62 reviews
15 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Hadley, MA, 01035

Wonderful visit and walk. My pet seemed very happy and he was very accommodating to book last minute. My pet instantly liked him, like he has a way with pets.

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Lauren F.
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$28
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5 out of 4.9 stars
34 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Sunderland, MA, 01375

Lauren is wonderful and cared deeply for our pup. Our dog has a medical episode and Lauren responded with care and empathy, she was wonderful!

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Avi H.
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$16
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5 out of 5.0 stars
18 reviews
9 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

Avi was super loving and attentive with my cat while I was on vacation and it was so comforting to know she was taking such good care of him! She sent detailed reports and pictures every day and went out of her way to make sure he got enough attention and care. I highly recommend her services!

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India A.
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Sunny N.
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$16
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5 out of 5.0 stars
12 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

Sunny was awesome! They were communicative, accommodating, and took excellent care of our cat. We arrived home to a happy, healthy kitty! Thank you, Sunny!

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Catherine S.
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$25
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5 out of 5.0 stars
19 reviews
5 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

Catherine did a wonderful job watching over our tiny menagerie. She spent lots of extra playing with our cats. It was great to know she was here while we were away.

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Grace V.
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$15
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5 out of 5.0 stars
8 reviews
3 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

Grace was so good with our cat, Guppy. She was always on time and followed the instructions we gave her perfectly. Guppy loves to play until he's out of breath, and Grace sent us pictures showing with him panting from the fun time he had. We'd definitely recommend booking with Grace, and we plan to again next time we have to leave town.

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Lily B.
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$20
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5 out of 5.0 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

Lily was excellent. She dropped in additional times to ensure our cat was OK even outside of the times we booked her for. She kept us updated and when we arrived back our little girl was content and well. Thank you lily!

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Thomas E.
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$14
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5 out of 5.0 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01003

I highly recommend Thomas as a rover sitter. My two cats were cared for like they were his own and I have never been so at ease when away from them. Thomas’s communication is excellent. In arranging pet sitting dates, discussing pet and household needs, coordinating timing of visits, providing rover card updates, videos, and pictures - he exceeded all expectations. Feeding, cleanliness, monitoring cat health were all done with excellence and dedication. Even with these needs met, I often feel guilty leaving them and worry about them not having enough play or attention. Thomas kept them so entertained that that fear went away for the very first time. I have a cat with special needs and Thomas was so attentive to him and thoughtful in how he played with him and cared for him. I was touched that Thomas was engaged with my cats enough to develop a solid understanding of their personalities and have fun with them. His updates regularly made me laugh. I am so grateful he was the one to take care of my cats. To anyone else considering him as their rover, I expect that if you book him you will feel the same.

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Erin R.
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$20
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5 out of 5.0 stars
5 reviews
3 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

About: I’ve spent the past four years in the Army and I am now beginning to transition back into the non- Army life. Within my years of military service, I learned discipline, routine, and how to stay calm in various high stress situations. In addition, I’ve had to learn to adapt to new environments. These are all skills that I would utilize in order to provide the best service I can to you and your pets. I am currently working full time in South Hadley. With this particular job, my schedule does tend to be quite chaotic- this meaning a shift could end in the early afternoon or late evening, since I currently work in the trades and schedules do tend to be hectic. But with that I have an incredibly understanding management team that allows time to those who need it to be put on shifts that will not go late into the day. Pet sitting 100% qualifies! A schedule specific to you and your pets needs can be discussed in the event you decide to reach out to me for a pet sitting opportunity:) I will care for any pet as if it was my own. At my home, I help with feeding, cleaning, and giving pills. Your pets safety and health is my top priority.

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$18
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5 out of 5.0 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

About: I have experience working with many different animals including cats, dogs, guinea pigs, and even cattle. I love spending time with animals and currently working as a veterinary assistant at a small animal clinic. I have lots of experience pet sitting and dog walking and also have experience working around livestock so no dog is too big! Walking your dog will be of great enjoyment for both myself and your pet and I will work to create a bond between me and your pet so that we both make the most of our time. I can’t wait to work with you and your fur baby! I work full time at a small animal clinic so pet sitting and dog walking is something I do on the side so I can spend more time with animals! If possible I like to meet dogs for the first time with their owner around to lower their stress and slightly away from their home if possible (particularly if they are known to be protective of their homes).

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Jessica S.
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$15
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5 out of 5.0 stars
3 reviews
22 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

Jessica was wonderful with my cats, left daily updates and photos and the house is in nice condition upon returning! She was very communicative and it was easy to schedule a meet and greet before the week began. I would definitely hire her again :-)

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Abigail S.
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Sadie B.
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$20
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5 out of 5.0 stars
3 reviews
10 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

About: I’ve taken care of pets for 15 years, and dog walked, cat sat, and housesat for various friends and neighbors, as well as grown up with cats and dogs. I’m currently in college with pretty open early mornings and afternoons, as well as free weekends. While my class schedule is not flexible, most afternoons and evenings are as I am primarily doing homework. I love going on walks and would love to take your dogs into north woods or around campus if they like people/ crowds! I follow house rules and will ensure that in my care your pets do to. I am comfortable crating dogs and keeping cats to allowed spaces. Additionally I know everyone has different routines and will adapt to make your pet most comfortable and follow what works for your household.

Sitter Profile Image: Amilia M.
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Amilia M.
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$16
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2 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

About: Hi! I've had pets my entire life — everything from tiny Pomeranians to energetic Boxers — so I'm comfortable with all kinds of breeds, sizes, and personalities. Spending time with animals doesn’t feel like work to me; it’s something I genuinely love. I’m an active, outdoorsy person who enjoys long walks, playtime, and getting to know each pet’s unique, silly personality. I’m very patient, calm, and easy-going, which helps me handle a wide range of situations without getting stressed or overwhelmed. Whether your pet is energetic, shy, or somewhere in between, I’ll always take the time to make sure they feel safe, happy, and cared for. I treat every animal like they’re my own, and I love building trust with both pets and their owners. I’m available all day Wednesdays and Saturdays, and after 3 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. I also have mornings free on Sundays! My schedule is somewhat flexible, so I'm happy to accommodate around these times if need be! I follow any instructions carefully and keep a calm, patient approach to help nervous or shy pups settle in. I pay close attention to each pet’s behavior and needs, making adjustments to keep them relaxed and happy. Cleanliness and safety are top priorities, and I create a loving, stress-free environment where your pup can relax and have fun!

Sitter Profile Image: Gabriel G.
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Gabriel G.
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$22
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5 out of 4.8 stars
24 reviews
3 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

About: I love all animals; I grew up with cats and dogs and a fat-tailed gecko named Jackson! I even raised a puppy with my college housemates, and we did an incredible job if I do say so myself. I take pride in my ability to connect with both animals and humans. I am highly emotionally intelligent and I really want to provide the best possible care for your fur babies as I possibly can. I have extensive experience taking care of dogs of all sizes and temperaments, including special needs pups. I am very active and would be willing take your pup on multiple walks (or even runs) a day. I am bilingual, so if your pup responds better to commands in Spanish, I can do that :) Hey there! Hola! I just recently reactivated my Rover profile after backing in Latin America for the last half a year or so; I don’t have any current full time employment, which means I have full days to devote to your adorable doggos (and/or cats). I grew up in Amherst and all of my family is still in the area. I also did hoy my MBA at UMass from 2016-18, so I’m very familiar with the area! Most of my Rover experience/reviews are from when I was living/working in California in 2023; I also had some sits in western MA last summer! Anyways, Hope to hear from you :) I am very communicative with all of my clients. I am happy to send as many updates and photos as my clients desire. I will treat your pet as if they were my own and give them all the love and attention they could possibly want! Please let me know any possible way that I can make you more at ease while you're away!

Sitter Profile Image: Adrianne F.
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Adrianne F.
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$28
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5 out of 5.0 stars
83 reviews
34 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

Adrianne was the perfect person to watch or sometimes nervous elderly dog. She understood his mannerisms right away and was able to connect to him very quickly. We are excited to go away again so they can hang out one more.

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Christopher L.
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Sophie L.
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$15
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5 out of 5.0 stars
1 review
11 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

Sophie was awesome with my cat! Even spent a Lil extra time with him ❤️ thanks Sophie!

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Elizabeth C.
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Joshua B.
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$20
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5 out of 5.0 stars
38 reviews
10 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

I am so happy to have found Josh! In a very short amount of time, Josh has built a connection with Keaton and I haven’t witnessed Keaton being so comfortable and calm in someone else’s presence as he is with Josh. Today I watched them play “keep away”! That is HUGE for Keaton, who is cautious by nature, to allow someone to chase after him around the yard! It’s Josh’s calm energy, patience and kindness that is winning over my complicated elder gent. I highly recommend Josh and we are so very grateful to have found him!

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Kelly S.
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Rachel A.
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$15
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10 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01002

About: Growing up, I had the sweetest golden retriever you could ever hope to meet. Based on my life circumstances, I haven't been able to have a dog of my own since, but have spent a lot of time caring for friends' dogs---walking, feeding, grooming, playing with, and medicating as needed. For now, I'm between jobs, courses, etc., so my schedule is pretty open, and I can prioritize spending time with your animals as you see fit. As for safety inside, make sure that dogs don't have easy access to toxic foods and other dangerous objects that they could accidentally ingest. Same goes for garbage cans. For outside safety, proximity to the street and moving traffic is key. In general, I keep dogs on the leash unless we're in a fenced-in area, and alone. If we see another dog, I always check with the other people first to see if their dog is safe to socialize with.

Sitter Profile Image: Mary C.
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Mary C.
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$30
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5 out of 5.0 stars
67 reviews
16 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Hadley, MA, 01035

Mary did a great job caring for Pandy. She’s kind, reliable, on time and is good at communicating in a timely fashion. Will definitely use her service again in the future.

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Sophia L.
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$16
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5 out of 5.0 stars
13 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Amherst, MA, 01003

Sophia is a sweetheart who really cares about taking good care of your pets! I felt like my kitties were in good hands with her and I know she did everything she could to make sure they had everything they needed while we were away. She kept in contact with me the whole time and sent me pictures which kept my mind at ease. I'll definitely be using her in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Matt L.
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Matt L.
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Loving Pet Sitter, Works from Home.
Hadley, MA, 01035
5.4 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$20
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5 out of 4.9 stars
62 reviews
15 repeat clients
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Wonderful visit and walk. My pet seemed very happy and he was very accommodating to book last minute. My pet instantly liked him, like he has a way with pets.

Availability updated 27 days ago
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Lauren F.
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Freelance artist and animal lover
Sunderland, MA, 01375
7.6 mi. away
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$28
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5 out of 4.9 stars
34 reviews
14 repeat clients
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Lauren is wonderful and cared deeply for our pup. Our dog has a medical episode and Lauren responded with care and empathy, she was wonderful!

Availability updated 14 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Avi H.
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Avi H.

A hard working animal lover.
Amherst, MA, 01002
1.6 mi. away
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$16
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5 out of 5.0 stars
18 reviews
9 repeat clients
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Avi was super loving and attentive with my cat while I was on vacation and it was so comforting to know she was taking such good care of him! She sent detailed reports and pictures every day and went out of her way to make sure he got enough attention and care. I highly recommend her services!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sunny N.
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Sunny N.

Daycare, puppy, big dog experience
Amherst, MA, 01002
4.0 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$16
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5 out of 5.0 stars
12 reviews
1 repeat client
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Sunny was awesome! They were communicative, accommodating, and took excellent care of our cat. We arrived home to a happy, healthy kitty! Thank you, Sunny!

Availability updated 2 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Catherine S.
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Catherine S.
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Experienced, practical, calm
Amherst, MA, 01002
3.1 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$25
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5 out of 5.0 stars
19 reviews
5 repeat clients
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Catherine did a wonderful job watching over our tiny menagerie. She spent lots of extra playing with our cats. It was great to know she was here while we were away.

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Sitter Profile Image: Grace V.
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Grace V.

Young professional who loves pets!
Amherst, MA, 01002
0.8 mi. away
Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$15
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5 out of 5.0 stars
8 reviews
3 repeat clients
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Grace was so good with our cat, Guppy. She was always on time and followed the instructions we gave her perfectly. Guppy loves to play until he's out of breath, and Grace sent us pictures showing with him panting from the fun time he had. We'd definitely recommend booking with Grace, and we plan to again next time we have to leave town.

Availability updated 2 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Lily B.
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Lily B.

Animal lover big and small
Amherst, MA, 01002
1.8 mi. away
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$20
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5 out of 5.0 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
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Lily was excellent. She dropped in additional times to ensure our cat was OK even outside of the times we booked her for. She kept us updated and when we arrived back our little girl was content and well. Thank you lily!

Availability updated 15 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Thomas E.
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Thomas E.

PhD candidate in pet sitting
Amherst, MA, 01003
1.3 mi. away
Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$14
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5 out of 5.0 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
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I highly recommend Thomas as a rover sitter. My two cats were cared for like they were his own and I have never been so at ease when away from them. Thomas’s communication is excellent. In arranging pet sitting dates, discussing pet and household needs, coordinating timing of visits, providing rover card updates, videos, and pictures - he exceeded all expectations. Feeding, cleanliness, monitoring cat health were all done with excellence and dedication. Even with these needs met, I often feel guilty leaving them and worry about them not having enough play or attention. Thomas kept them so entertained that that fear went away for the very first time. I have a cat with special needs and Thomas was so attentive to him and thoughtful in how he played with him and cared for him. I was touched that Thomas was engaged with my cats enough to develop a solid understanding of their personalities and have fun with them. His updates regularly made me laugh. I am so grateful he was the one to take care of my cats. To anyone else considering him as their rover, I expect that if you book him you will feel the same.

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Sitter Profile Image: Erin R.
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Erin R.

I’ll love them like my own 🐾
Amherst, MA, 01002
1.7 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$20
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5 out of 5.0 stars
5 reviews

Erin has been a part of my life for many years. Erin possesses so many wonderful qualities, which includes kindness, respectfulness, and honesty. Erin has known our golden doodle Reagan since she was a puppy. Reagan is always excited to see Erin as she knows she will be greeted with lots of love and attention. Our dog is now nine and needs a little extra care, and we trust Erin completely to watch her when we are in need of a dog sitter. I would highly recommend Erin to friends and family for their pet care needs.

Availability updated 9 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Rose B.
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Rose B.

Happy pet, happy vet
Amherst, MA, 01002
1.2 mi. away
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$18
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5 out of 5.0 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients

I’ve known Rose for a very long time and she has always had a soft spot for animals. She has owned pets all of her life and takes very good care of them. She’s cat sat for neighbors multiple summers and dog sat through other apps. No one has complained about her and she’s always gotten 5/5 ratings. She wants to be a veterinarian which shows how much she cares about the animals she’s looking after.

Availability updated 11 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Jessica S.
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Jessica S.

Life-long animal lover!
Amherst, MA, 01002
0.8 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$15
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5 out of 5.0 stars
3 reviews
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Jessica was wonderful with my cats, left daily updates and photos and the house is in nice condition upon returning! She was very communicative and it was easy to schedule a meet and greet before the week began. I would definitely hire her again :-)

Availability updated 6 days ago
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Sadie B.

i’d love to hang out with your pets
Amherst, MA, 01002
1.9 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$20
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5 out of 5.0 stars
3 reviews

Sadie B. is as solid as they come when it comes to caring for critters. She took care of our two giant cats and our feisty old chihuahua with just the right mix of firm hand and kind heart. Sadie’s got a knack for knowing when a pet needs a bit of fun, some good company, or just a quiet moment to unwind. She’s sharp about special diets and food needs too. Whether she’s keeping them entertained or gently guiding them, Sadie’s got it handled. If you’re looking for someone who truly respects and knows how to handle your animals, Sadie’s the one you can count on.

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Amilia M.

Loving care your pup will trust!
Amherst, MA, 01002
1.2 mi. away
Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$16
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2 reviews

Amilia was always extremely responsible, on time, and communicative when walking my dog Mira. She is incredibly dependable - I would offer my endorsement of her any day!

Availability updated 7 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Gabriel G.
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Gabriel G.

World Class Pet Sitter
Amherst, MA, 01002
2.6 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$22
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5 out of 4.8 stars
24 reviews
3 repeat clients

I've known Gabe for quite some time, and he has been my go to house sitter and cat sitter when I am out of town! My cats both love him and warm up very very quickly every time, snuggling on him before I'm even out the door. This is saying something since one of them is very timid and selective about who is graced with his presence. Gabe also always manages to leave my place even cleaner than I left it, and is very respectful of the space. Additionally, he is very communicative, and provides me with lots of updates and photos of the fur babies! I absolutely trust him with my fur babies, and I would highly recommend him to anyone as a pet sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Adrianne F.
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Adrianne F.

Veterinary Technician in-training
Amherst, MA, 01002
2.5 mi. away
Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$28
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5 out of 5.0 stars
83 reviews
34 repeat clients
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Adrianne was the perfect person to watch or sometimes nervous elderly dog. She understood his mannerisms right away and was able to connect to him very quickly. We are excited to go away again so they can hang out one more.

Availability updated 7 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Sophie L.
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Sophie L.

Your dog says to call me
Amherst, MA, 01002
0.7 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$15
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5 out of 5.0 stars
1 review
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Sophie was awesome with my cat! Even spent a Lil extra time with him ❤️ thanks Sophie!

Availability updated 9 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Joshua B.
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Joshua B.

Trusted Pet Care: Love & Expertise
Amherst, MA, 01002
0.8 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$20
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5 out of 5.0 stars
38 reviews
10 repeat clients
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I am so happy to have found Josh! In a very short amount of time, Josh has built a connection with Keaton and I haven’t witnessed Keaton being so comfortable and calm in someone else’s presence as he is with Josh. Today I watched them play “keep away”! That is HUGE for Keaton, who is cautious by nature, to allow someone to chase after him around the yard! It’s Josh’s calm energy, patience and kindness that is winning over my complicated elder gent. I highly recommend Josh and we are so very grateful to have found him!

Availability updated 57 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Rachel A.
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Rachel A.

Capable dog lover ISO canine pals
Amherst, MA, 01002
2.0 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$15
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1 review

Rachel stayed at my place to watch my dog Daisy for 3 days/2 nights while we were out of town. Daisy took to Rachel right away, which was a comforting sign for me. Rachel's kind, attentive, and sweet demeanor helped both me and my dog relax! I would certainly recommend Rachel for your pet care needs.

Availability updated 7 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Mary C.
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Mary C.
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UMass Pre-Vet grad farmgirl
Hadley, MA, 01035
1.9 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$30
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5 out of 5.0 stars
67 reviews
16 repeat clients
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Mary did a great job caring for Pandy. She’s kind, reliable, on time and is good at communicating in a timely fashion. Will definitely use her service again in the future.

Availability updated 6 months ago
Sitter Profile Image: Sophia L.
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Sophia L.

Your Pets Best Friend!
Amherst, MA, 01003
1.1 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$16
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5 out of 5.0 stars
13 reviews
1 repeat client
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Sophia is a sweetheart who really cares about taking good care of your pets! I felt like my kitties were in good hands with her and I know she did everything she could to make sure they had everything they needed while we were away. She kept in contact with me the whole time and sent me pictures which kept my mind at ease. I'll definitely be using her in the future!

Availability updated 8 days ago

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5 out of 5.0 stars

Jessica was wonderful with my cats, left daily updates and photos and the house is in nice condition upon returning! She was very communicative and it was easy to schedule a meet and greet before the week began. I would definitely hire her again :-)

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Abigail S.
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5 out of 5.0 stars

This is the second time I have had Thomas as the rover sitter for my cats while away for over a week. He continues to provide incredible care for my cats and attends not only to their basic needs - food, water, litter - but also spends so much time playing with them and providing loving attention that it warms my heart. This trip Thomas even had to deal with a power outage at my home and reset necessary appliances making sure my cats stayed cool in this heat wave. I’m so appreciative for the peace of mind I am able to have knowing Thomas is there to care for them. I highly recommend him as a cat and pet sitter!

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Bessie Y.
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5 out of 5.0 stars

Adrianne took such wonderful care of our pit/lab mix dog with social anxiety. She went out of her way to make sure he had everything he needed and even helped us as well! During a recent heat wave, she made sure he had more than enough water and cracked some windows (at our request). Her veterinary training is a huge asset and helped us to feel secure. Even though he threw her a few curveballs like pooping on a toad, her professionalism, flexibility and heart were top notch. We couldn’t be happier!

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Christopher L.
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5 out of 5.0 stars

Catherine was once again amazing. She was on top of fixing our pond flow, which has been finicky. She was also great with our birds and our cats have bonded to her very well. She'll definitely be our first choice for future travel.

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Stephen C.
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5 out of 5.0 stars

Lily was excellent. She dropped in additional times to ensure our cat was OK even outside of the times we booked her for. She kept us updated and when we arrived back our little girl was content and well. Thank you lily!

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Wilton S.
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5 out of 5.0 stars

Sophia took such great care of our two cats while we were away. She was attentive, thoughtful, and clearly connected with them—they were calm and content when we returned. Her updates and care gave us real peace of mind. We’re so grateful and would gladly recommend her to anyone looking for a kind, reliable pet caregiver.

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Lauren M.
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5 out of 5.0 stars

Thank you, again, Juliana for taking such great care of my furbaby! She was so relaxed when I got home and I really appreciated the detailed notes and all the pictures after each visit! You’re the best, I would highly recommend you! And I will definitely reach out again next time I travel. 🐾 Thank you!

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Melissa K.
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5 out of 5.0 stars

Star excellent, even when coming in at such short notice for us. Followed all instructions, sent regular updates, and kept us informed in all the goings on. We are incredibly grateful for the help.

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Wilton S.
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5 out of 5.0 stars

Mari took wonderful care of our cats, will definitely book with her again! Both cats take medication for asthma, and Mari was totally comfortable learning how to administer. She clearly loves & knows how to care for animals, and I felt very at ease leaving my cats in her care!

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