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Sitter Profile Image: Molly W.
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Molly W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
5 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19127

“Molly was amazing! Went to Jersey shore for 2 weeks and she handled EVERYTHING! Feedings, extra walks, picking up the mail… she was above and beyond. Great at communicating and lots of photos and details. Always on time. So responsible and mature.”

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Amanda S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 145 reviews
45 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Bala Cynwyd, PA, 19004

“Amanda has cared for our 13yo senior dog twice now, latest being a period of 10 days. We have been impressed by the thorough and thoughtful visit check-ins, and the daily bonding with Rufio. The biggest testimony of Amanda kindness is Rufio's tail wag when he sees her! Thank you again”

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Yajing W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
6 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19131

“She did an excellent job taking care of my 2 cats. They were happy with her for every visit and always gave me updates, she seems to take great care for both of them and I would love to make her my cat sitter again!”

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Colette C.
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• 17 reviews
9 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19128

“Our Moose’s favorite dog sitter! We love Colette too. Super sweet and always reliable. Thanks again for all your help and keeping our minds at ease while we’re away.”

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emily H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 51 reviews
11 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Roxborough, philadelphia, PA, 19128

“Emily was so phenomenal in her communication to me and made sure to play with the cats and give them love. She greatly decreased the anxiety I had leaving them and I couldn't vouch for her more !!”

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Christina M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 216 reviews
68 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Roxborough, Philadelphia, PA, 19128

“Christina was very responsible & showed up exactly when supposed to. She gave my kitty lots of love. Christina sent me many updates & pics & i knew Jazz was in good hands.”

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Rhea K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 128 reviews
39 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Wynnefield, Philadelphia, PA, 19131

“Thank you! Rhea is great with our lab pup (9 months old).”

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Ashley G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
20 years of experience
Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA, 19128

About: I’ve been around pets for most of my life and understand how important it is to have someone you can truly trust with your animals. I have experience caring for both cats and dogs, including feeding, walks, playtime, check-ins, and keeping pets comfortable while their owners are away. As a medical student, I’m responsible, attentive to detail, and comfortable following specific instructions and routines. I’m also a pet owner myself, so I know how much peace of mind good communication and regular updates can provide. I’ll treat your pets with the same patience, affection, and care that I give my own. As a medical student, my schedule varies week to week, which gives me flexibility for pet sitting and drop-in visits. I’m happy to coordinate around your pet’s normal routine and will always be upfront about my availability. I especially enjoy spending my free time with animals, so your pet will get plenty of attention, playtime, and company while you’re away. I know how stressful it can be to leave your pet in someone else’s care, so I treat every pet and home with the same care and respect I’d want for my own. I follow feeding, medication, litter box, walking, and other care instructions closely and pay attention to changes in behavior or routine. I’m respectful of your home and will keep you updated with photos and messages so you can feel confident your pet is safe and well cared for.

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Phineas C.
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12 years of experience
Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA, 19127

About: I grew up caring for my now elderly Shih Tzu, Sadie and my King Charles Cavalier Odie ❤️ I was TOP dog walker in my neighborhood lol Now I live in Philly with my cat Noodle 🍝 I work a very flexible schedule so I am available weekdays and weekends, morning through evening! If there are time complications with my schedule I am happy to discuss alternative visiting hours. I have a fenced yard with lots of grass! My cat Noodle is very friendly with other animals, and my girlfriend and I are avid animal lovers!

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19 years of experience
Wynnefield, Philadelphia, PA, 19131

About: I’ve had dogs my whole life, so caring for them has always been something that comes naturally to me! I genuinely love spending time with dogs, whether that’s playing, going for walks, giving them lots of attention, or just keeping them company. I’m responsible, patient, and attentive, and I’ll always make sure your pup feels safe, comfortable, and loved while they’re in my care. I’d love the opportunity to meet your furry friend and give them the same love and care I’d give my own! I am a current physician assistant student so on the weekdays I am free after 4 and I am free all day on then weekends! I always make sure pets feel comfortable, safe, and loved while their owners are away. I follow their normal routine as closely as possible, including feeding, walks, playtime, medications if needed, and plenty of attention and cuddles! I’m also respectful of the client’s home and make sure everything is clean and cared for before I leave. Most importantly, I treat every pet like they’re my own!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 62 reviews
23 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Belmont, Philadelphia, PA, 19104

“Liam was great with our dog! Left nice/helpful notes and took photos of his visit. Was also very helpful with last minute schedule changes. Would recommend !!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth H.
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Elizabeth H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 58 reviews
16 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Bala Cynwyd, PA, 19004

“Elizabeth was fantastic with my two cats, Roxie and Stormie! She was so patient with our skittish girl, Stormie, and still gave plenty of love and attention to Roxie. I will definitely be booking her for future visits!”

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Madina S.
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10 years of experience
Haddington-Carroll Park, Philadelphia, PA, 19139

About: I love animals and enjoy spending time with pets as much as I can. I'm patient, attentive, and I understand how important it is to make pets feel safe and comfortable. I can help with feeding, walks, playtime, and keeping pets on their usual routines. I will follow all of your instructions carefully and make sure your pet gets plenty of attention and care while you're away! My schedule is flexible while I look for work, and I'm happy to coordinate with pet parents ahead of time. I'm interested in pet sitting and dog walking opportunities that fit my schedule. I'll communicate clearly about my availability and do my best to keep your pet's routine consistent. I'm happy to discuss your pet's needs and scheduling before confirming a booking. Your pet's safety and comfort are my priorities. I'll follow your instructions about feeding, walks, medications if needed, and any specific routines or rules. I'll make sure your pet is supervised appropriately, kept secure on walks, and treated with patience and care. I'll also keep you updated during bookings so you know how your pet is doing.

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Emily C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19128

“Emily is so great with our cat. She sent so many pictures and updates every day and even brought our trash can in for us. It’s our second time booking with Emily and it makes our trips so much less stressful to know our cat is in good hands.”

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Rujula P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Alleghany West, Philadelphia, PA, 19129

About: I’ve grown up surrounded by animals my whole life, especially dogs. My family has always loved and cared for them deeply, and being around dogs has always felt natural to me. I carry that same love in my heart, every dog deserves kindness, respect, and a life full of love. They give nothing but adoration, and I want to reflect that back to them. What I enjoy most is seeing each dog’s unique personality and getting to connect with them in their own special way. Spending time with dogs is always exciting, comforting, and genuinely one of my favorite things to do. I have online classes from 6–9 p.m., so I have plenty of time during the day and on weekends to care for your pets! Whether it’s walks, playtime, feeding, or simply keeping them company, I’m happy to adjust to their routine. Your pets will always get the love, attention, and care they deserve while you’re away. My home is calm, safe, and full of love for animals. I always take time to learn each pet’s personality and comfort level so they feel relaxed and cared for. I’m experienced with senior pets and medications, and I make sure every animal, whether shy or social, feels secure, respected, and happy in my care.

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Lauren P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 146 reviews
50 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Brewerytown, Philadelphia, PA, 19121

“We are thrilled to have found Lauren to watch our kitty when we’re away for work trips and vacation. She came over to meet our cat before we booked a two-week care visit with her, a small gesture that we really appreciated. The 100+ 5-star reviews coupled with her warm personality made it incredibly easy to move forward with her as our new cat sitter. My husband and I appreciated the daily updates and photos of our sweet gal. Lauren also kept the ‘cat apartment’ cleans and even helped our cat find her favorite toy she would hide under the couch. Your pet is in excellent hands with Lauren and we cannot recommend her enough.”

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Bettina H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Wynnefield, Philadelphia, PA, 19131

About: I’m a dog mom of two - that don’t like other dogs/kids, so I have experience with challenging walks. They live with their grandparents for now, so I have a lots of love, and care to give :) I work pm (3-11:30pm) shifts in center city with random days off, so I’m mostly available in mornings/overnights or certain full days when I have off. My apartment complex has a great green area around the building where I can walk my babies when they visit me. They are allowed on the bed/couch, but they like to sunbath on the fluffy carpet as well. They have a separate area in the dining room so they have space to eat peacefully. My little one also likes to hide with his treats, especially under the bed or table:) I make sure they get enough walks, even when their stomach is bad in the middle of the night. I also like to take them to the Wissahickon park, they love car rides. I would make sure other babies feel comfortable just like mines / or to create a safe and comfortable environment with lots of attention.

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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 60 reviews
29 repeat clients
30 years of experience
East Falls, Philadelphia, PA, 19129

“Sueann was wonderful checking in on our young cat and gave him the play time and attention he needed. She took good care of the litter. She fed him wet food and even cleaned the wet food dishes which was above an beyond. Thanks!”

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Faith L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Morris Park, Philadelphia, PA, 19151

About: I’ve been passionate about animals for as long as I can remember! I started dog walking at 16 and have been volunteering at local animal shelters since I was 18, gaining hands-on experience with dogs of all breeds. Over the years, I’ve cared for a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, and even reptiles, so I’m comfortable handling different personalities and care needs. Whether it’s daily walks, playtime, or just some extra love and attention, I’m here to treat your pets with the utmost care and ensure they’re happy and safe while you’re away. I work full-time so I offer all services, but for house sitting and house boarding, I can provide potty breaks between 4-8 hours. I always treat your home with the same respect and care as I would my own. While caring for your pets, I make sure their routines stay consistent—whether that’s feeding, walks, playtime, or just relaxing together. I’m attentive to details like keeping feeding areas tidy, cleaning up after pets, and ensuring your home stays secure while you’re away.

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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19128

“Alexis is a fantastic sitter! Checked in regularly with lots of pictures and details of my fur babies’ visits. The pups were relaxed when we returned. Already booked Alexis for our next trip. 10/10 recommend”

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The pics told me the story, my kitties were happy and content and I appreciate the time that Lauren spent with them! She was consistent with her time of visits. And she even clipped their nails! Thank you Lauren! I will use her again!

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Judy M.
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Ella was an AMAZING sitter — excellent communicator, flexible with het schedule, and helpful throughout the entire process. I could not recommend her more!

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Sean R.
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I sent an almost last minute request and Grace’s so kind and helpful on taking care of my cat Baoyu who needs to take medications.

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Caroline W.
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Rebecca was great with the dogs while I was out all day and evening at a wedding She sent lots of pictures too!

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Peggy A.
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Abby was amazing!! She was communicative, professional, and friendly! Will definitely book her again to watch my cats!!

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Maija A.
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Joy was amazing. My baby loves Joy so much even though she doesn’t usually take kindly to strangers. When they did their meet and greet, it only took a sniff for Nova to know that Joy is the one she wants to be friends with. I love the fact that Joy was very informative and calming. Nova and I just moved to the area so it’s been taking a little adjusting to say the least. But Joy made it seem as if Nova and I were living in the area for years. I am definitely booking with Joy soon. I’m so excited. Thank you so much, Joy.

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Maranda M.
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Emily came on time and treated our cats well! We will definitely book with her again and recommend her to other pet parents.

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Amelia S.
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Niel was great with our 2 cats, even the shy one warmed up to him pretty quickly. He provided detailed updates and pictures, followed out feeding instructions to a T, and we felt really good with leaving our cats in his care. Will definitely book him again!

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naomi M.
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Jul was the best with our little bunny! Clear communication, quick replies, great updates, she went above and beyond. We didn't have to worry because he was in great hands.

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Kristen R.
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Christina did a great job with Beau! She was always prompt and provided good pictures and updates from the visit.

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Andrew B.
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Caitlyn was wonderful! Her communication was perfect as was her care for my dog. She filled me in as her visit progressed and followed all instructions perfectly. Would definitely book her again!

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Aarius T.
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Amy took great care of my cat and played with her ! I got lots of pics and she was great at communicating. I would book her again in a heartbeat.

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Olivia L.
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Jordan was great! Very communicative and gave daily updates on how our kitties were doing! Would definitely recommend and will rebook with him in the future :)

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Taneah E.
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Lindsey was great with my cats! She went above and beyond to take care of them. I’d definitely book her again!

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Katie M.
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Kelly took great care of our cat! She gave photo updates and we could see how happy our cat was to see her each visit. Would definitely book with Kelly again.

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Jenni K.
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Tina was amazing with my cats! Even my shy kitty warmed up to her very fast. She was very communicative and sent plenty of pictures. Would book again.

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Danie J.
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Emily was great with my cat, Suge, while I was out of town for work. She was very helpful and communicative.

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James M.
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Abigail is great-communicative, flexible, and reliable. She cares for our little critter, and we appreciate her!

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Christine Z.
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We booked last minute and she still made time to stop By and meet our cats! We have two shy girls and she took the time to find them and take pictures.

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Carlie C.
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Julia did a great job taking care of our kitties while we were away. She sent pictures and updates daily which gave us so much peace of mind. We would absolutely rebook with Julia!

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Cassie S.
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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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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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