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Sitter Profile Image: Helen S.
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Helen S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Glen allen, VA, 23059

“Helen was absolutely incredible with our two cats! They are seniors with special needs and very human-oriented, and Helen put our minds at complete ease when she house sat for a night and two days while we were out of state. She provided updates, photos, and kept in touch with us throughout the whole time we were away. She even very kindly brought our mail and hellofresh inside, and made up the bed so we could just drop our bags and settle in at home when we returned. Definitely rebooking anytime we need her services in the future!”

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Andy S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
10 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23116

“We are new to the area and our plans for our two dogs fell through right before our family vacation! We searched and found Andy on Rover, and weren’t quite sure how things would go since we have never hired someone we didn’t know, or at least have the chance to test them out prior to a trip. We were gone for 5 nights, and Andy took the most incredible care of our dogs. I was completely at ease after the first day he spent with them as he proved to be highly reliable and attentive. He was also attentive to all the needs of the house as well (without being asked). He asked about and took care of trash and recycling, and left the house in better condition than we had left it in. More importantly, our dogs are in fantastic condition and we know they’ve been well cared for, fed, and exercised. They are VERY needy/high energy dogs (Vizslas) and so the state that they were in when we returned speaks volumes about the care they received from Andy. We would hands down recommend him to anyone, and I will certainly book him for future visits. Andy, from the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU!!! You saved us! ☺️”

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Tiffany C.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 69 reviews
28 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Glen Allen, VA, 23059

“Tiffany was an exceptional dog and house sitter! We were thoroughly delighted with her affectionate care. Don’t hesitate to hire her to take care of your pets!”

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Eddie S.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 80 reviews
26 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23111

“Eddie was great! I’ve got a medically complex pittie and Eddie handled his meds and needs professionally and compassionately! Maverick was comfortable and safe, which allowed me to relax on vacation without worrying! Would definitely book again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lucas H.
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Lucas H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23227

“Lucas was great with Auggie! Was very communicative while we were away, kept our home nice and tidy and made sure to play with Auggie to keep her entertained.”

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Kelly & Greg L.
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$40
per night
20 years of experience
Glen Allen, VA, 23059

About: As a Registered Nurse, caring for others has always been at the heart of who I am. That same compassion and attention to detail naturally extends to animals.. I know your pets are family, and I’ll care for them with the same patience, love, and vigilance I’d want for my own. Whether it’s keeping them on their routine, giving medications, or simply providing plenty of playtime, cuddles, and companionship, my goal is to keep them safe, healthy, happy, and loved while you’re away so you can have complete peace of mind. I believe your pets deserve my undivided attention. That’s why I only accept one family at a time. My hybrid work schedule allows me to work from home two days per week, and I can often adjust those days to be home even more with your pet. Depending on how far your home is from my office, I am also be able to come home for lunch for walks or playtime. If your pet is happiest in their own environment, I’m happy to provide care in your home. I can care for multiple dogs, cats, or a combination of pets, and I’m also open to caring for other animals. My goal is to keep your pets safe, comfortable, and maintain their normal routine while you’re away. Every pet is unique, so I’d love to learn about your needs and how I can provide the best care for your furry (or feathered or scaled!) family members. Let’s chat and create a plan that’s perfect for you and your pets!

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Madelaine E.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 89 reviews
45 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Eastland Park-Dixie Plantation, Richmond, VA, 23230

“Madelaine did an amazing job house sitting and taking care of our dog, LuLu. She was responsive, attentive, and kept us up to date with LuLu by providing photos. We will definitely hire her again!”

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Amanda L.
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$20
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15 years of experience
The Diamond, Richmond, VA, 23220

About: I’ve been a cat mama since our family cat chose me as his favorite nap spot the day I came home from the hospital! I raised my next bestie from the day she was born until she crossed the rainbow bridge, and I’ve loved my Fiona for nearly 14 years. I have plenty of experience with cats of all ages, including administering medication, accommodating quirky needs, and navigating sassy attitudes! I also grew up with a family dog and helped care for him while living at home and during college breaks. That included feeding, walks, playtime, and companionship. I bring patience and attention to each pet’s personality and routine, and I’m happy to learn all the little details that help yours feel comfortable and loved. I currently work freelance and have a very flexible schedule so my days are built around what bookings I have in a given week. Let me know what your needs are and we can work something out 🙂 Each visit comes will include a food, water and liter refresh plus treats, playtime and plenty of cuddles. I have plenty of experience with cats of all temperaments and will adjust care according to your instruction.

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Bryan M.
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$90
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 37 reviews
4 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23228

“Bryan was great! He took fantastic care of our 2 dogs including one who was post-op and needing some extra care and medications. We returned to happy dogs and a tidy house.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Egon P.
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Egon P.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Randolph, Richmond, VA, 23226

“Emily is fantastic! After meeting, we were immediately put at ease with leaving our pups with them. Emily dealt with our high anxiety dog like a pro and reassured me all was well throughout the visit. Our pack can be a handful but Emily had no problems and went above and beyond for them. I cannot say enough positive things! We will most definitely be using Emily again. Highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kristen O.
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Kristen O.
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$44
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
30 years of experience
Chippenham Forest, Richmond, VA, 23225

“Kristen was wonderful! She took excellent care of Pepper and Merlin while we were away. She was attentive to their routines, followed all medication instructions, and made sure they received plenty of attention and quality time. Communication was great throughout, and she kept me informed, which gave me peace of mind knowing they were in good hands. She even went above and beyond by bringing in packages that arrived while we were away. Most importantly, I came home to two happy pups! I would absolutely book with Kristen again and highly recommend her!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lothrop "Ajax" G.
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Lothrop "Ajax" G.
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$40
per night
3.8 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23294

“Ajax did a great job with our Great Dane! He assured me that everything was under control while we were out and checked in with us periodically. We will definitely look to use his services again in the future!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Christine B.
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Christine B.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Glen Allen, VA, 23060

“Christine took care of our dogs like they were her own! They adore her! She checked in several times a day with texts and pictures, and gave them lots of love. She is professional and kind in every way. We will definitely be calling her again, and would 100% recommend her!”

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Amalia D.
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$40
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20 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23228

About: I've taken care of dogs and pets for most of my life, and have a dog and a cat. I have walked dogs and assisted with training. I'm currently working part-time, so I will have plenty of time to play with your pups! I am available Monday-Friday for walking and pet-sitting services. I take the pets in my care on leashed walks, we play fetch, cuddle, and I regularly take them out to use the bathroom and get some fresh air.

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Genevieve B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
15 years of experience
Colonial Place, Richmond, VA, 23221

“Genevive watched my dog overnight while I was out of town. She was very sweet to my senior dog who is slow to warm up to strangers. Very happy with her care!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Isabella M.
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Isabella M.
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$90
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 164 reviews
51 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Mechanicsville, VA, 23116

“Once again, Isabella has done an amazing job with our babies!! We always look forward to her being with them and they look forward to seeing her!!🥰”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jordan H.
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Jordan H.
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$89
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 47 reviews
18 repeat clients
33 years of experience
Ginter Park Terrace, Richmond, VA, 23222

“Jordan was wonderful! She was very communicative throughout our time away and kept us updated with lots of pictures, which gave us so much peace of mind. It was clear that she genuinely cared about our dogs and made sure they were happy and well taken care of. We would definitely recommend Jordan and will absolutely book with her again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jonathan W.
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Jonathan W.
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$38
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
6 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23223

“Jonathan was great! He was attentive and thorough, and we came home to a happy and healthy dog. I wouldn't hesitate to book him again.”

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Lily B.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
6 years of experience
The Museum District, Richmond, VA, 23221

“Lily was great. She was there when she was supposed to be, and our rambunctious 70+ pound dog was happy. Lily kept me posted with texts as appropriate and was easy to work with.”

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Jazmine A.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
15 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23075

“Our feline friend, Lot, had a wonderful experience with Jazmine. We came home to a happy cat and clean home. She sent lots of pictures and asked clarifying questions to make sure they got the care they needed. We'd definitely book her again.”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lauren takes great care of my dog as well as my house. She communicates with me throughout the stay and is very professional. Highly recommend and will be booking with her again!

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Amy G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kate was very easy to communicate with and set everything up. She gave us updates and lots pictures and videos while we were away. We really feel like she took care of our pup and house while we were gone.

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Emily & Paul W.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

We are new to the area and our plans for our two dogs fell through right before our family vacation! We searched and found Andy on Rover, and weren’t quite sure how things would go since we have never hired someone we didn’t know, or at least have the chance to test them out prior to a trip. We were gone for 5 nights, and Andy took the most incredible care of our dogs. I was completely at ease after the first day he spent with them as he proved to be highly reliable and attentive. He was also attentive to all the needs of the house as well (without being asked). He asked about and took care of trash and recycling, and left the house in better condition than we had left it in. More importantly, our dogs are in fantastic condition and we know they’ve been well cared for, fed, and exercised. They are VERY needy/high energy dogs (Vizslas) and so the state that they were in when we returned speaks volumes about the care they received from Andy. We would hands down recommend him to anyone, and I will certainly book him for future visits. Andy, from the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU!!! You saved us! ☺️

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Lisa L.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jamie is hands-down the best! This was her third time watching Rudy, and she continues to do an absolutely amazing job with him. Caring for a senior dog requires extra attentiveness, and Jamie is always so patient, gentle, and understanding with all of Rudy’s aging quirks and routine needs. It gives me complete peace of mind knowing he is in such thoughtful, loving, and capable hands whenever I'm away. We will definitely keep coming back to Jamie—5 stars all around!

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Michael T.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alyn was amazing!!! I used her for the first time this past weekend and has zero concerns. She even took notes at the meet and greet. She sent photos every day and I got to completely relax knowing all my critters were in good hands!

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Mary B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Randi was great with Riley, even dealing patiently with her picky eating habits. She checked in and sent pictures. Would definitely use her again.

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Jennifer H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Uncle Steve, as he is known to my pups, is fabulous with my dogs. He truly cares, and goes above and beyond when I am out of town. If Steve is staying with them, I can leave for my trip with true peace of mind.

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Jennifer T.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Julia has provided excellent care for my senior dog many times over the past few years. She is reliable, caring, attentive, and always makes me feel confident that my dog is in great hands. I truly appreciate the updates and the thoughtful care she provides, especially with an older dog. I highly recommend Julia for anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate pet sitter!

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Stefanie F.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ellie was extremely communicative and ensured our dogs were well taken care of. Came back to a clean house with no issues.

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Anthony P.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Very responsive and sends pictures daily. I felt confident leaving my dog with her who requires daily medication.

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Christy S.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kylie D is communicative, trustworthy, and most importantly loving to our pups! She is a delight, and we are more than happy with her stays. Would give 10 stars if possible!

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Janice B.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Rebecca was so great with Cassie. From the moment she walked into the house, Cassie went right to her. She kept me updated with pictures all night. Highly recommend Rebecca for all your fur babies.

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Jennifer F.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

I can only give Isabella 5 Stars but would happily give her more. She was wonderful to work with from the beginning, being very responsive and professional. She listened to our needs and helped customize a schedule that worked for our two dogs. One has some anxiety issues and the other is older and requires daily medications. She handle both with ease. She checked in with me daily and reached out with a couple questions to clarify while we were away to ensure they had the level of care needed. I was so appreciative of this as this was the first time she had stayed with my dogs. The dogs really seem to like her and she them. I was impressed with her attention to detail. We will absolutely hire her again.

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Michelle M.
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The average cost of House Sitting in Atlee Ridge is $56 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $39 and $72 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 1,476 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Atlee Ridge. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Atlee Ridge walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Atlee Ridge maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Atlee Ridge choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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 .

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 pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet 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.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. 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 .

sitters on Rover set their own , 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.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Atlee Ridge. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% 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.

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