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Jennifer B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21701

“Jennifer was great with Barley and Wrigley! She was flexible with my schedule changes. She provided detailed notes about her visits. Both dogs were smiling in the photos she sent and looked excited to see her. I will definitely use Jennifer again!”

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Shelby C.
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• 20 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21701

“Shelby was such a pleasure to work with on short notice. She took excellent care of my boys and even got my scaredy cat to come out of hiding. Highly recommend and would definitely work with her again!”

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Adrienne C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 76 reviews
34 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21701

“Super duper dogwatch trooper! Provided regular updates and timely pics. Great attention to detail, remembering little quirks I told her about our dog. I’d say even nicer things, but I’d rather keep her a secret ;)”

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Sarah M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 22 reviews
15 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21702

“The dogs were well taken care of and so happy in all the updates! I will definitely be rebooking if/when we need a dog sitter. Sarah is very responsive, communicative, and was great with the dogs.”

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Julia S.
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$14
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13 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21701

About: I’ve had the pleasure of raising a dog from 9 weeks old to his current 13 years. I’ve been there every step of the way, from puppyhood to adulthood and senior years. Plus, my dog tore his ACL, so I know firsthand the challenges of keeping your pet safe and out of harm’s way, along with the need for special care and instructions. I am currently a senior student athlete in college with a flexible schedule. I wanted to find a part-time job that I would actually enjoy, and I have always loved being near animals. Coming back home to my dog is always the highlight of my trip, so being near dogs and getting to see the joy on their faces has always made me smile. I think pets are happiest when they’re in their own space, so I’d rather work at someone else’s home. Plus, getting to know the dog and the pet owners will really help everyone feel more comfortable.

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Delores H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
6 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21701

“Delores is extremely professional, kind and gentle. Brody was always happy to see her and greeted her with his plush lambchop with his tail wagging. Thank you for taking such good care of our little pup pup.”

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Ash A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 74 reviews
26 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21701

“Rose is wonderful. She was so kind and patient with our animals. Extremely caring and willing to watch them during a holiday week. We are so grateful for her and would highly recommend!”

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Monica B.
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Sarah M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 448 reviews
126 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21702

“Sarah was great. She visited our cat while we were away, spending a bit with him and cleaning his litter box. Communication was also easy with Sarah. Thanks!”

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Kim G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 215 reviews
59 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21701

“Kim was AMAZING! We have such a shy cat and he warmed right up to her on day one of her drop-in visits. She left very detailed messages and great photos and I truly would not trust anyone else to watch our cat while we’re away. Highly recommend! Thank you, Kim!”

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Leslie G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 35 reviews
18 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21704

“Leslie is wonderful! I feel so much better knowing that our newly adopted dog has a break from the crate while we are at work. I love seeing the photos and detailed updates after her visits.”

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Caitlyn R.
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Sophia C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 86 reviews
28 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21701

“Apprehension and worry runs very high when you are giving keys to your home to a total stranger and asking them to take care of your family members. Communicating with Sophia put me at ease. Not only did she take excellent care of my cats, but she also went above and beyond by tending to my outside animal visitors Throughout her visits, Sophia maintained clear communication, updating me regularly on how everything was going. Knowing that my pets were in such capable hands allowed me to enjoy my time away. I would highly recommend Sophia to anyone seeking a reliable and compassionate pet sitter. Her attention to detail and caring nature makes her a standout choice for anyone looking to entrust their beloved pets to someone who truly cares.”

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Daniel S.
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Moyo A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21702

“We had a great experience! She stopped by twice to let our dogs out while we were away and was reliable, communicative, and very caring with them. It gave us peace of mind knowing they were in good hands. Highly recommend!”

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Kristy G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 128 reviews
48 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21702

“I was hesitant to try something like Rover because my dog can be stubborn but Kristy was amazing and worked some magic on my stubborn girl! Will definitely request her again!”

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Miriam B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
10 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21701

“We have used Miriam several times for our cat- she is awesome. Oliver is very well cared for and communication is great!! Love the pictures and updates!”

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Jennifer D.
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• 237 reviews
78 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21702

“Jennifer was very helpful and flexible with our situation. Our pups were happy when we got home and we had peace of mind knowing they were cared for. Thank you Jennifer! We will reach out to you again when we are in the area!”

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Mathew G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
11 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21702

About: I recently lost my 14-year old bulldog and I am looking to reconnect with dogs before committing to another long term companion. I have experience with senior dog care, to include dogs with cancer and dementia. I work full-time from home. During the day, I would be able to offer 2 15 -minute bathroom visits/walks during my breaks from work. I also have flexibility when other needs arise. In the evenings, I am free to give your dog as much love and attention as they desire. I only accept 1 dog at a time (unless multiple dogs are from the same owner and the dogs are pair bonded). I was single handedly responsible for my own dog for 11 years before she died of old age, so I know what it takes to compassionately care for a dog. I have also watched my friends’ dogs and my parent’s dog for weeks at a time. Taking care of dogs is not a new experience for me. I work from home and have complete control over the flexibility of my schedule. I can take breaks from my work to attend to your dogs needs 2 times per day during my 15-minute breaks. I am free evenings. I can also use my breaks to give walks/pet stop-ins if within close proximity to my house. I am willing to take care of dogs who prefer free play in a fenced in yard or those that prefer longer leash walks or park outings. I have no problem with free roam in the house or crating, whichever fits best with the dog’s regular routine. I have a big fenced in back yard and live in a neighborhood with sidewalks and a park 1 block away. I also have a good relationship with a local vet in case of emergencies.

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Todd S.
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$18
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45 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21701

About: I have cared for pets of my own since I was 7 years old. Dogs mostly, but also cats, birds, turtles, rabbits, and fish. Now I am a mature, reliable professional who loves pets as much as ever, but unfortunately my living situation is not ideal to have my own right now. I look forward to connecting with folks who need an assist in caring for their animals and loving them as if they were my own. My schedule is somewhat flexible with plenty of early morning and afternoon availability, as well as evenings opening up at 9 or 10 pm. This is true 7 days a week with 2 rotating days off each week. I typically have one 3-day weekend available each month. My place is not conducive to have your pets stay. But I am happy to come to you, whether for a walk, a feeding, playtime, some combination of all of the above. I also welcome the opportunity to stay over in your home if the need arises and trust has been established.

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Devon W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 126 reviews
33 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21701

“Devon was great with my kitten with very prompt check-ins. He also provided pictures and plenty of details for each visit. My kitten appeared to enjoy spending time with Devon and he appeared to enjoy interacting with her. Would highly recommend.”

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Zoe H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21701

“We love Zoe! Punctual, friendly, great updates, follows instructions and our boy loves her. Felt confident and happy with her care and is our go to Rover! Thank you Zoe!”

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Elizabeth H.
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Emily O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Frederick, MD, 21703

“Emily is so good with Bob, my 5-month old puppy. And I’m so happy that she and Bob had been able to develop a good relationship for when I need help with potty/play breaks during the day.”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

This is our second time asking Delores to watch our cat Poe and we will continue to ask her in the future! She is amazing, very communicative, and really cares about the animals she is watching. She also went above and beyond and took in our packages and took out our trash while we were gone. We really really appreciate her!

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Erin S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah is excellent! She loves our dog Ridley and enjoys playing with him outside. Sarah communicates well and sends updates. Will 100% rebook her again!!

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Michele S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ruth is the absolute best! My cat usually runs away from everyone but he loves her and it means a lot! Especially when I have to travel I know he’s in great hands!

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Cortina J.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

This was our first time using Miriam. We will definitely be using her again. She was so good with Clarke.

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Stacey B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ash was great with my cats while I was away! Appreciated the updates and cute pics she sent for each drop in. Definitely would recommend!

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Kaitlyn B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

The dogs were well taken care of and so happy in all the updates! I will definitely be rebooking if/when we need a dog sitter. Sarah is very responsive, communicative, and was great with the dogs.

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Stacy M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Justin did a wonderful job taking care of our crew. We have kitties that require medications with timed drop ins. So it was important that we had someone on a 12 hr schedule to come in. Will definitely have Justin for future sits when needed.

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Tina J.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kim continues to be the best cat sitter we’ve ever had! So kind, communicative, caring, and attentive. Our 3 cats love her - she brings us such peace of mind when we’re away, they are truly in the best hands while under her care. Thank you, Kim!!

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Skylar P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Adrienne was amazing, especially for filling in at the last minute for another sitter. She sent updates with pictures, and the pets were happy and well cared for when I arrived home!

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Jamie T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kristy provided the peace of mind I needed to be away for a whole week. She cared for our three cats last year, too. So very blessed to work with her again!

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Julie T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Xiaoyi was absolutely amazing with my dog Bella. At first, I was skeptical about this service as I am very picky about who I like to work with Bella. That being said I would absolutely book Xiaoyi without any hesitation or reservation. If you like someone who is very attentive communicative and very caring, please look no further. While I was away on my trip, she kept me informed with pictures and text messages on my dogs experience. I look forward to working with her in the future! 10 out of 10 experience!!!

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Kevin D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sara accepted a last minute booking request, and was punctual and took great care of our pet. Will continue to use her!

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Elizabeth G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Claire is great with our dog who sometimes needs extra care and attention due to his diabetes. She communicates as needed. We are comfortable with her in our home and know she’s providing good care for our pet.

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Margie E.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Erika is amazing! She was very quick to respond to my short notice request and took incredible care of my cat, Mia. She brought treats and played with Mia every day of her booking. She did so well that Mia was absolutely in a great mood (and health) when I returned from my trip. A big feat with a 14 year old cat! Thank you!!

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Chela L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sophia provided great communication while caring for our two cats. The shyer of the two was even sitting on her lap by the third day. We would definitely book with her again!

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Kate M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kathryn took amazing care of our cats while we were gone for 11 days! Her regular photos and updates provided us with peace of mind. Look no further if you need a sitter who will ensure that your pets are healthy AND happy.

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Zack G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kristen was wonderful with watching my two kitties. I was able to leave on vacation without having to worry about them. Kristen was very responsive if I had any questions and sent daily updates with pictures. I will be booking again!

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Olivia S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

She took care of our cats and our chickens and did an amazing job! It was a relief knowing they were well taken care of while we were away. Will absolutely be using her services again in the future.

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Ashley C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Shelby was fantastic. She took very good care of Parker and communication was excellent! Definitely would recommend her and will definitely be using her again to watch Parker when needed. Thank you Shelby!

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Daniel T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Moyo was incredible to work with. She took both my dogs out for walks and was always so patience with my older one. During her time my senior dog passed away and she was so sympathetic and understanding about the hard time in our lives. She is so caring and trustworthy. 💛 I would definitely book her again!

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Diana A.
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You and your sitter can agree on a care schedule that fits your pet’s routine and the sitter’s availability. Pet Sitting can be booked as a one-time or recurring drop-in visit. If you need overnight care or dog walks, you may also be able to book House Sitting or Dog Walking through Rover with the same sitter, provided they offer those services.

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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.

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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 administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies 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.

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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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet .

sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

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