Pet Sitting Ann Arbor
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“Melissa was fantastic! She treated my dog like family and kept me up to date every visit. I was very nervous about leaving my dog at home but Melissa made it easier. I will 100% request her again.”
About: I absolutely adore all animals, especially dogs! I have been caring for and house sitting dogs of all breeds since I was 15 years old. Throughout my experience, I have cared for both puppies and senior dogs making sure to adapt to each dog's unique personality and needs. I have grown up and lived with dogs my entire life, so I understand the importance of providing them with love, attention, and exercise. I am highly attentive, reliable, and committed to satisfying both the pet’s and owner’s needs. I am currently a student; however, I have a very flexible schedule, and can tailor my schedule towards the needs of my clients. I can work weekends. I am a focused and hard worker and will make sure your pet is cared for to the best of my ability. I love all animals and want to make sure that their needs are met through exercise, love, and care.
“Lauren took the time to carefully read through all the background info I gave her about my reactive dog in advance, and she did a great job of following all the instructions I'd given her about how to set him up for success when he's meeting a new person. She was mindful of his sensitivities and was a calm, competent, and friendly presence when meeting him. We'll definitely book her again!”
“Ashley exceeded my expectations of care for my dog and cat. During our booking, I never felt worried that something would go wrong and she could not handle it. It was easy to work with her petsitting and communication style!”
“Katharyn was an amazing cat sitter! My kitties were well taken care of for the length of my vacation. She was responsive and sent me timely updates and pictures of my kitties 🐈⬛ 🐈 Would definitely book her again ♥️”
About: I have my own dog and cat, and have taken care of animals through dog walking/sitting almost my entire life. I pride my self on trying to understand pet’s needs and make their life better. I just graduated with a Masters from the School for Environment and Sustainability and love being outdoors with animals! I take the dogs out for their daily walk La and play with the cats daily and ensure all animals are fed on their normal schedules Genuinely pets are family and get treated with respect and trust. I know they get bored and lonely and I would love to bring them a little joy while spending time with them.
“Mariah was wonderful! I felt she took extra steps to ensure our cats were well taken care of. Even our shy cats warmed up to her pretty immediately. I will definitely book with her again and recommend her.”
About: What sets me apart is how attentive and calm I am with pets. As a medical student, I’m trained to notice small changes in behavior, energy, or appetite and to take safety seriously while still keeping things fun and relaxed. I take time to get to know each pet’s personality and quirks, send thoughtful updates, and treat every animal like my own so you can feel totally at ease while you’re away! I’m especially great with senior pets and medically complex animals who need a little extra patience or reassurance. I’m reliable with routines, medications, and special instructions, and I always move at your pet’s pace. Currently working part time in (psychiatry) research and studying for our required national board exams. As such, I will have plenty of time for your fur family members! I prioritize safety, consistency, and making pets feel comfortable in their own environment. In a client’s home, I follow all routines closely, including feeding schedules, walks, medications, and house rules, so pets experience as little disruption as possible. I’m very attentive to doors, leashes, and surroundings during walks, and I always keep pets secure and supervised. I pay close attention to body language and behavior and adjust care if a pet seems anxious, tired, or overstimulated. I keep homes clean and respectful, send regular updates and photos, and communicate right away if anything seems off. My goal is for pets to feel safe, calm, and cared for and for owners to feel completely confident while they’re away.
About: Lifelong pet lover with experience caring for both cats and dogs. I’ve fostered puppies, volunteered with dog shelters, and have been a cat dad for the past three years. I’m comfortable with pets of all ages and personalities, including shy animals and dogs who require medication. My goal is to keep your pet safe, happy, and comfortable while you’re away while providing you with peace of mind. I currently work full time Monday through Friday from 9-5pm. I am happy to work with your pets in the evenings or on the weekend. Safety, reliability, and communication are my priorities. I follow each pet’s routine closely and make sure they feel comfortable and secure while you’re away. Whether I’m caring for your cat at home or taking your dog for a walk, I’ll treat them with the same attention and care I give my own pet. I also understand the trust involved in caring for your home. I’ll treat your property with respect, follow all instructions carefully, and provide regular updates and photos so you always know how your pet is doing.
“Wutt did a great job taking care of my cat. She went above and beyond for the drop in visit scooping the litter box, taking in a package and making sure my cat felt safe.”
“I've worked with Sara several times to care for my cats this year, and she's absolutely reliable. She's become my go-to pet sitter since moving to Michigan - highly recommend!”
“Elayna is great! She helped us out last minute with a drop-in and even squeezed in a quick meet and greet first. She was kind and communicative. Would definitely use Elayna as a sitter again!”
About: Hi hi! I am a undergrad student at umich and I have lived with dogs all my life. I am comfortable with medium to large dogs and can provide a lot of love and care with walks, check ins, play time and overnights. I am a full time student starting in late August but my summer schedule is a bit more lax. I’m available throughout the day and on some weekends. During the fall semester year I am available in the late evenings, early mornings and weekends I can assist in walks that prioritize sensory stimulation (sniffing/outdoor exploration beyond just walking) or walks/jogs that target daily exercise. If at home care is needed, I can administer pills, potty breaks, light grooming (brushing/de-shedding) and give lots of attention.
About: I have had dogs, cats, bunnies, guinea pigs, and more pets in my home since I was a baby. I have been a cat owner for the last 3 years with my college roommates and my family dog has been with us since he was a puppy I am working as a barista, so I have lots of availability ! it changes day-to-day, but typically I am available in the mornings and afternoons (I usually work evenings) I am very familiar with pets of all kinds and love getting to know their quirks and needs. I can drive pets to the dog park and or / vet/grooming appointments.
“Meaghan was great taking care of my puppy Rip while I was away! She made the effort to meet me the day prior so I felt comfortable with hiring through Rover. She sent me a thorough update on her visit along with photos of my happy dog! Will definitely hire again!”
“Cadence did a wonderful job taking care of our 14lb Havanese dog. She was punctual, communicative, took him on walks and sent frequent picture updates. We will absolutely hire her again! 5/5.”
“Magnolia was amazing, I knew my cats would be in good care as soon as I met her. I came back from my trip to two well looked after cats and I will definitely rebook with Magnolia!”
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Ann Arbor is $20
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Ann Arbor
Teresa was incredibly helpful and setting up a routine visit request that met our needs and her availability. Her updated were thorough and conveyed our kitties satisfaction with her visits. She didnt clock the meet and greet or returning keys and was considerate of our busy schedule throughout. I would highly recommend her for house visits and would also not be surprised at her capabilities for house sitting and board services as well. Thank you so much once again for the wonderful care you gave Otis and ourselves during our trip 😊
Lauren was great! I have three dogs with totally different personalities and they can be somewhat nervous around new people but they warmed up to her almost immediately! Lauren sent me updates while I was away and she was flexible when the dogs needs changed while I was gone! Would definitely recommend her to anyone.
Natiely was great! She was super helpful and flexible on short notice. My cat's medication dosage changed right before I left on a trip and Natiely was able to adjust easily. She sent thorough updates and pictures, and she built great trust with my very shy cat in less than a week. I came home to a calm and happy cat!
We are so appreciating Chloe and JTs great care of our high energy puppy. They are great communicators, dependable, most importantly have play time while caring for Bao sharing in pictures their fun times with him. We appreciate their knowledge and input they have.
This was our first time with Lizz and she did an absolutely outstanding job. We have a pair of very sweet rescue cats, but they have a trauma history and that has resulted in some special needs in their feeding and care. As usual, the cats did all their usual cat things (refusing to eat, hiding etc). Then our equally finicky 1860's house acted up with a blaring wired-in smoke detector fail that further upset the cats until Lizz fixed it. Next came an epic heat dome, that descended upon the city meaning Lizz had to enact our complicated fan-cooling strategic window opening and closing choreography (since we don't have AC). The final insults was "Hazardous to Health" air quality levels sweeping into town from Canadian wildfires. Each challenge brought me to the nail-chewing brink of canceling the vacation and flying home, but Lizz's competence and solutions won me over each time. Lizz is exceptionally smart, skilled in cat herding and house issues. She is a good communicator: quickly responsive and compassionate with a nice sense of humor. She ended the cats' food strike quickly with special Lizz tricks, found all their difficult-to-access hiding places, and although these cats are hardcore fugitives; I claim they had nice expressions on their faces in the later photos (indicating they decided they liked Lizz too.) Lizz is our hands-down first choice for our next trips, even though after all of this we are possibly her last choice. Highly recommend!
Felt super comfy leaving my cats for a long weekend with Maeson dropping in! She asked great questions about my cats to get to know their preferences better. Both my cats really liked her. She was very detailed in her updates and took so many great action shots playing with our cats! I would be happy to hire her again in the future.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Sitting in Ann Arbor on Rover is $21.09 per visit (as of July 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 July 2026, there are 2,786 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Ann Arbor. 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 Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor. On Rover:
- 92% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 97% 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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