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Sitter Profile Image: Ryan F.
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Ryan F.
$18
total per visit
13 years of experience
Ayer, MA, 01432

About: I have owned a cat and a dog. I watch or check in on my friends' and family's pets when they are away from vacation. I WFH fairly regularly so check-ins are really easy. House sitting is doable, but would need to coordinate times as i have some activities with my kid. Animals are all about routine and I don't like to rock the boat. However you take care of your pets is how i want to provide for them.

Sitter Profile Image: Bonnie R.
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Bonnie R.
$26
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 213 reviews
30 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lunenburg, MA, 01462

“Bonnie took excellent care of my cat. She was happy & playful when I got home from my trip and I attribute that to Bonnie's skill and natural ease with animals. Sarsaparilla is a good girl, but can get over stimulated and feisty at times. Bonnie was thorough in her notes on her daily visits and I felt at ease knowing Sarsaparilla was being well cared for.”

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Kyra A.
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$19
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
5 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Westford, MA, 01886

“Kyra was great! She was prompt, reliable, and took great care of my two dogs during their drop-in visit while I was working. I really appreciated knowing they were in good hands. Would definitely recommend her!”

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Renee C.
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Donna T.
Star Sitter
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

“Donna was very good with my cats as far as I can tell. She kept me updated on how my cats were doing, which can be hard since they are both shy and don’t usually come out for people.”

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Evan P.
Sitter Profile Image: Jason M.
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Jason M.
Star Sitter
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
8 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

“Jason is reliable, communicative, and always on time. He’s my beagle Theo’s new best friend! I always feel at ease knowing that Jason is with Theo while I’m at work.”

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Emily W.
Sitter Profile Image: Lauren K.
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Lauren K.
$18
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Groton, MA, 01450

“So grateful for Lauren and the way she cares for our pup! She is very communicative, responsive, and has followed through perfectly with all the things I’ve asked! I’ll definitely be reaching out the next time we need a sitter! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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Jacklyn B.
Sitter Profile Image: Karen J.
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Karen J.
Star Sitter
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Ayer, MA, 01432

“Karen cared for our two cats for three days, coming in twice a day. She took the time to read through the instructions and learn our cats' different personalities. Although not usually open to change, the cats became comfortable in her care. We appreciate the care she gave to our girls, came home to happy cats, and would trust Karen to care for them again.”

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Susan D.
Sitter Profile Image: Riven H.
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Riven H.
$25
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 56 reviews
17 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

“Fantastic as always, respectful of the space and timely. Riven and crew always make sure the dogs get the most attention even during a brief stop in!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly F.
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Kelly F.
Star Sitter
$34
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
6 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

“I scheduled Kelly at the last minute and she was more than willing to take care of my cat, Domino, for 3 days. She sent pictures at each daily visit to reassure me that my furbaby was well taken care of. Much appreciated Kelly!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Liz B.
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Liz B.
$28
total per visit
4.5 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Ayer, MA, 01432

“Liz took great care of our kitties while we were away!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Olivia F.
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Olivia F.
$19
total per visit
1 year of experience
Groton, MA, 01450

About: While this is my first year of pet care I’ve had and taken care of all sorts of animals and currently have 2 sweet dogs of my own! I am so excited to meet you and your pet(s)! While I’m home from college for the summer I am available during weekdays, mostly during the afternoon hours of the day! Open to coming earlier in the day if needed! During my drop-in care for your pets I will be feeding and taking them out to the bathroom as needed as well as giving them lots of attention!

Sitter Profile Image: Hannah R.
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Hannah R.
$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
4 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Littleton, MA, 01460

“Hannah dropped in to check on our cat Marvin for three days in a row and did a great job! She took the cutest pics of him having fun playing and was very communicative.”

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Jill M.
Sitter Profile Image: Eden M.
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Eden M.
Star Sitter
$36
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 76 reviews
24 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Littleton, MA, 01460

“Eden is awesome, she was great with Lily, our cat and I felt totally at ease being away from home with her check-ins. I loved the updates and the photos she provided-she was incredibly reliable with her visits and just great to book with. I highly recommend her if you’re looking for a sitter, your pet is in great hands!!”

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Ann C.
Sitter Profile Image: Ying Q.
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Ying Q.
$19
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
6 years of experience
Boxborough, MA, 01719

“Thank you so much, Ying, for your help with the kitties! I especially appreciated your photos. ❤️”

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Kimberly K.
Sitter Profile Image: Eryn T.
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Eryn T.
$34
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
10 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

About: I love to work with animal, I’ve been in the veterinary profession for 10+ years. If your pet has special care instructions I will follow them perfectly. I have dogs, cats, and horses at home so I am very comfortable working with all sizes of animals. I also know how to care for birds, fish, guinea pigs, and hamsters and pigs. I know how much a pet can mean to someone so ill will care for yours as if they were my own I currently work 4 days a week. I am available Fridays to Sunday’s if you are looking for a weekend getaway or if you have a busy weekend and would like your dog to go for a walk I don’t offer in my home dog services but can offer cat or small animal boarding. You tell me home you’d like your pet cared for, weather it’s taking them for a walk or just letting them out in a fenced in area

Sitter Profile Image: Kayla G.
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Kayla G.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
9 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

“I highly recommend Kayla G. My dogs are very spoiled and do not really like people who do not live in our house, but they love her. I have asked Kayla back a few times so I could go away on vacation and she was very communicative and took great care of them.”

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Jonie L.
Sitter Profile Image: Sheylah C.
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Sheylah C.
Star Sitter
$23
total per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 40 reviews
21 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Westford, MA, 01886

“Sheylah took care of my dogs for a week with drop in visit She was always on time, very Friendly and always send check in messages with pictures of your dogs very friendly girl definitely hire her again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kristen L.
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Kristen L.
Star Sitter
$39
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Westford, MA, 01886

“Kristen was fantastic. We needed last minute pet care for a weekend and she responded quickly and was able to set up a meet & greet within a couple of days. She took excellent care of our pets. We will definitely be reaching out to her again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Victoria L.
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Victoria L.
$28
total per visit
1 year of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

About: I absolutely adore dogs. They have been such a huge help in my life and I can’t wait to help them! I had to leave my position at a doggy daycare because it was too far from me. I am a loving, nuturing and an understanding human being. I am super excited to continue to train, love and work with dogs all shapes and sizes! I have a car, am open full time and will pay the most attention to your dog while they are in my care. I worked at Perfect Paws doggy daycare and we would play with the dogs, clean up after them, and love them. We would pick them up and drop them off. I currently have no job so I’m free all day! Dogs have helped me Through so much and all I want to do is to be able to give back! The services I offer are as follows, at home sitting, drop in visits and walks! Thank you for viewing me as a possible candidate to be welcomed into your life.

Sitter Profile Image: Mariia G.
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Mariia G.
$67
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
1 repeat client
24 years of experience
Ayer, MA, 01432

About: My journey with animals did not start as a job. It began when I was 10 years old and welcomed my first cat into my life. Since then, animals have always been part of my world. I also grew up with a beloved Shih Tzu who was part of our family for 16 wonderful years and taught me what patient, devoted, long-term care truly looks like. Over the years, I have gained hands-on pet-sitting experience with many different animals and breeds, from energetic Golden Retrievers to Maine Coons, playful kittens, and small companion dogs. I understand that every pet has its own personality, routine, comfort level, and needs. I live with my husband in a two-floor apartment with hardwood floors and no carpets. I am happy to lift and carry pets on the stairs when needed, as long as they are comfortable being picked up. No matter the age, breed, or temperament, your pet will be treated with patience, attention, and care, just like part of the family. Pet care fits into my routine really easily because I work from home and have a flexible schedule, so I’m able to give all the needed attention to your pet throughout the day. That means plenty of walks, playtime, bathroom breaks, and just being around so they feel cared for and not left alone for too long. I genuinely enjoy spending time with dogs and cats, keeping them active, entertained, and comfortable, and making sure they feel safe and happy while you’re away. I live with my husband in a two-floor condo with its own backyard, and while it isn’t fenced, I’m very mindful of safety and always keep dogs secure when they're outside. The area around us has plenty of green space, which makes walks much more enjoyable and gives dogs lots of room to explore, sniff, and play.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Elysse did a great job caring for my 3 kitties while I was away. She was very flexible with her schedule, and was able to give my one cat a transdermal medication each day without any difficulty. Easy to communicate with and sent daily updates and photos. I would be happy to have her cat-sit for me again

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

So grateful for Lauren and the way she cares for our pup! She is very communicative, responsive, and has followed through perfectly with all the things I’ve asked! I’ll definitely be reaching out the next time we need a sitter! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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

Karen cared for our two cats for three days, coming in twice a day. She took the time to read through the instructions and learn our cats' different personalities. Although not usually open to change, the cats became comfortable in her care. We appreciate the care she gave to our girls, came home to happy cats, and would trust Karen to care for them again.

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

Patti has been very attentive, kind and patient with our elderly dogs. She is thorough in taking care of them. Definitely would recommend Patti!

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Marie P.
Drop-In Visits
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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Ayer on Rover is $19.98 per visit (as of September 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 September 2026, there are 9,124 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Ayer. 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 Ayer 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 Ayer. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% 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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