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“She was amazing. Went away for 2 full weeks and didnt want to board my Pom for that long and so worried since he has bad separation anxiety and only been away from him twice in almost 3 years. I knew after meeting Michelle she would be perfect to watch my baby and I was right. Got tons of pics daily and he really took to her. We will always use her from here on out!”
“Another stay with Carlie and we cannot recommend her enough! We always have such peace of mind with her daily updates and photos and knowing that our pup, Indi, is safe and having fun. Indi gets her own vacation when she stays here and we love knowing that our she gets to enjoy herself, too! Between Carlie's loving and kind family, the huge bonus yard, and Carlie's attention and ability to continue medicine (she even notices any behavioral changes!), we just know we've made the right choice. Do yourself a favor, and get on her schedule for your pup sitting needs! :)”
“Diana and her family were life savers after I was looking for a last minute sitter. They sent so many updates and gave him a lot of walks and exercise in the backyard. Will definitely be using again!”
“My pup Yoshi had a wonderful experience with Laura! She was attentive to everything he needed and provided a very loving environment for him to spend a few days in while I was out of town. I highly recommend Laura and will be certain to reach out to her again in the future! Thanks Laura!”
“Benjamin is an excellent dog sitter! We could really tell he cared about our dog Chewy. He has a lovely home in a nice quiet neighborhood with plenty of outdoors space for our dogs. Chewy looked really happy during his stay and didn’t give us any attitude after his pickup.”
“Lovely couple with a baby and a toddler. Buffy had to warm up to Parker, their German Shepherd but I hear it went well. Tyler and wife watched Buffy on a holiday, July 4th. They were very gracious when I requested an itinerary change. I felt like they were really attuned to Buff-dog. Will definitely ask again for their assistance.Highly recommend.”
“Sarah watched my dog Winston for the weekend, and not only was she very responsive to my messages leading up to the trip, she also sent me plenty of updates and pictures while I was away. It sounded like she and her family enjoyed watching my dog which made me really happy to hear. I will definitely book with Sarah again!”
“Margriet was an amazing sitter for Asher! She was available last minute and was the best choice we could have found in Annapolis. She was super communicative, responded quick, sent updates and cute pictures of our pup, and was flexible! Highly recommend Margriet and will be using her any time Im back in Annapolis :)”
“Dana took my pup Dillon for a few overnights when I went out of town recently, and he had the best time! She sent frequent photo updates of his adventures, and it was clear that she cared for him like he was her own. The fenced-in back yard was perfect for this city boy to stretch his legs! 🐾”
“Janice and Stalio were great hosts to our dog Diego. When Diego needed daily medicine after we made the booking they were happy to assist. They were communicative and helpful. They treated our dog like he was their own.”
“Our dog truly enjoyed his stay with Donna & Brian! We appreciated their willingness to do a last minute boarding request for us, the picture updates, and support in extending our booking when we accidentally did it incorrectly 😅 also super helpful that they provide crates so you don’t have to bring your own! Thank you so much—will definitely book again!”
About: Does your pet need special attention? Strong pup who needs a confident handler? Leery feline with trust issues? I got you. My own dog is a “foster fail” who was considered a “yellow” dog who was very untrusting of people. Now he is a lazy lapdog with no cares in the world. Lots of work to get there but I’d love to help anyone else who struggles to ring “the right” sitter for their stubborn pet. I have volunteered at the local spca to walk all the dogs (with pitties having that special place in my heart). Looking to build a new work/life balance focused on taking care of animals so I am free most days and times of the day. Weekends, daytimes and evenings welcome. Each animal is different. Some pets need time to warm up so I approach animals with respect in their own homes and take the time to gain their trust. I tend to get down on the animals level and let them approach me.
“I can’t say enough good things about Debra. She was AMAZING. Communicated with me often throughout her stay, sent pictures and loved my baby like I would. I was nervous to leave her with someone else for the first time but Debra made me feel comfortable. Thanks so much Debra!!”
About: We have a lot of experience with senior dogs and understand how much time and attention they require. We love showering them with attention and making them feel secure. We also enjoy walks very much too, so we welcome a non-senior who is more active to help us get our steps in for the day! I work from home 3 days a week and my husband works from home full time. I work 5 minutes from my house and when I am sitting I often go home for lunch. The dog will be outside, weather permitting, every 2 - 3 hours whether it's with me or my husband. We have a fully fenced yard and a doggy door. We are very dog centered and don't mind them on our couch (which is covered) and our bed if the dog is used to that. We do prefer the dog to sleep on the loveseat at the end of the bed, or in their own bed but do allow them on the bed if that's what they need. We know being separated from you is hard on them. We adhere strictly to requests regarding feeding and treats, and we also try to maintain the same schedule they have with you regarding walks. Whenever the dog is not within the fenced back yard, they will be on a leash.
“We have had Sari watch Rusty twice now and she has done an amazing job! It was a weight off of my shoulders going into the second time because I knew he'd be well taken care of and have a great time with her. She does incredible long walks and even took him to a park on the water, which was a new experience for him! I cannot recommend Sari enough.”
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Anchorage
Elaine is amazing—so kind, caring and truly understands small pups of all kinds! She has cared for our Penny since she was a puppy. Hard to believe it’s been 6years now! We have had to try others a couple of times when Elaine has been away (which is almost never!), but no one understands our Penny like Elaine. She is Penny’s person when we can’t be with her, that’s for sure! And we can rest assured knowing Penny will be lovingly cared for!
Andy and Lydia took great care of Axel and provided regular updates. My energetic boy came home happy and tired. Axel was very comfortable with Andy from the start and wanted attention from him before leaving. It typically takes him a bit to warm up, but Axel seemed so at ease from the beginning. We are very happy with the care. Thank you Andy and Lydia!
Emily and her dogs scooter and pumpkin were a delight. Emily took great care of Hutch and he had lots of fun time based on his sleeping once home. I can heartily recommend Emily and we will use her in the future to watch Hutch when needed. Thanks Emily, Scooter and pumpkin!!
Elaine was fantastic. This was the first time we have used Rover for our pups and it could not have gone any better. She watched our guys during our long vacation and the pups loved her. She gave them lots of love, and spoil them rotten. It was so nice knowing that she also had a fenced in yard where they could go out and play and do their business. She sent us updates and pictures daily and it made us feel so at ease. Thank you again Elaine for everything.
Melissa was amazing with Ollie! He just turned 1, so he has TONS of energy, and being a Golden Retriever, he loves putting everything in his mouth. She was so sweet and even gave him old towels to play with because she knew it made him happy. We loved getting updates every morning and evening, and she was so accommodating with all of Ollie’s quirks including his obsession with water and getting it EVERYWHERE. Her dog Tanner also loved having Ollie around! I was definitely anxious leaving my baby, but Melissa took such great care of him and made me feel completely comfortable. Ollie will be back to board with her again in a few weeks, and I’m so happy we found her!
Margriet was an amazing sitter for Asher! She was available last minute and was the best choice we could have found in Annapolis. She was super communicative, responded quick, sent updates and cute pictures of our pup, and was flexible! Highly recommend Margriet and will be using her any time Im back in Annapolis :)
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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Anchorage home-away-from-home, packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Anchorage.
<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Anchorage sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
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 , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
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 .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in MD ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
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