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“Lorena and family did a fantastic job taking care of our two cats; Nala and Simba. I know that the cats were shown a lot of love and they were well fed and cared for during our week away. Both cats were very content with their temporary home and it was obvious that they loved Lorena because they wanted to sleep on her bed to be near her! Thank you Lorena, we really appreciate you opening your home to our furry friends!”
“Our dog had the best stay over a long weekend at Bibiana’s! She sent plenty of picture and video updates. I could tell our dog received all the attention required. Can’t thank Bibiana enough!”
“Brian and his family were absolutely amazing with my dog Kobe! Kobe has some anxiety being away from us and Brian made him feel right at home! We were sent lots of pictures and updates as well. Kobe went on walks and got lots of outside time. I would HIGHLY recommend Brian as he really treats your pets like they are his own. Will definitely be using Brian again!”
“This booking was great! They accomodated last minute changes very easy. Yoshi seemed relaxed and himself after the boarding which means he was in good hands.”
“My Chihuahua has stayed with Ania twice now and she has done an amazing job. I can tell that he is happy and well cared for and Ania responds quickly to messages and sends great photos. Thank you Ania, we appreciate it!”
“Katherine is an amazing dog person! She was extremely responsive sending updates of my doggie all the time I was away. Always available to greet and meet and give them and my dog the chance to know each other before our vacation started. Always making sure Chase was taking care of the way he is at his own home as much as possible. I'm so glad I found her and will use her any time I need to leave Chase or just for him to spend time there for a few hours. Thank You Katherine!”
“Danielle watched my dog for a couple of nights and made the entire process comfortable for me and him, it was my first time leaving my dog without a family member and I was super nervous, she made sure to always communicate, she sent pictures while I was away and even accommodated him when he wouldn’t eat his food, couldn’t have asked for a better sitter as she took care of him like her own! Thank you Danielle!!”
“I highly recommend Freddy and Talena! I was nervous about leaving Teddy with someone new, but he seemed to be very happy and content. They took great care of him and sent me photos which I could tell Ted was very comfortable with them.”
“Donna is wonderful with our Beau. She is our go-to sitter everytime we need to travel and can’t bring him with us. You can tell she takes really good care of him and sends us pictures often. We can’t recommend her enough! :)”
“Yaima and her family took good care of my pup. We had a meet and greet before his stay and my pup was immediately comfortable with Yaima. They have a large backyard that is fenced for the dogs to play. Yaima sent pictures to show me that our pup was adjusting well. He even turned belly up to get some good belly rubs. I recommend Yaima for boarding needs.”
“Kathryn is always amazing with my pup! She gives me such a sense of peace knowing my dog is safe, happy, and well cared for whenever I’m away. I never have to worry because I know she’s in loving, capable hands. Kathryn is reliable, caring, and provides excellent care every time. I truly appreciate everything she does and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy caretaker for your dog.”
“Oh my goodness. Abigail treated my dogs with so much love and care. She sent pictures of them throughout and she was incredibly punctual. My dogs are exhausted from the love in a good way. I cannot believe I boarded my dogs in a cold kennel paid for a glorified cage called a "suite" when Abigail's home was an option. We're all very happy with her care.”
“Gabriela is an amazing communicator and so sweet! I’m pretty sure my dog didn’t want to come back home lol He enjoyed himself under her care. I highly recommend Gabriela as your pet’s sitter!”
“I couldn’t be happier with our Rover experience! My dog came home so happy and content, and it was clear she was well cared for and loved while I was away. I got daily updates and pictures, which made me feel completely at ease knowing she was in good hands. It’s such a relief to find someone I can truly trust with her—I’ll definitely be booking again! 🐶💜”
About: Dogs have been a huge part of my life for over two decades. Caring for animals is truly my passion, and I take pride in providing a safe, loving, and attentive environment for every dog in my care. From gentle senior dogs to energetic pups, I adapt to each pet’s unique personality and routine—including feeding schedules, walks, and plenty of affection. I treat every dog like family! I structure my daily routine around providing full attention and dedicated care for pets. Because I have a flexible day-to-day schedule, I can easily accommodate walks, playtimes, feeding times, and companionship so your dog never feels lonely or anxious while you are away. Safety and comfort are my top priorities. I have two sweet dogs of my own (a energetic 3-year-old and a gentle 14-year-old senior) and a child in my home who is very respectful and loving with animals. I maintain a clean, secure, and friendly environment. I carefully follow all feeding and care instructions, ensuring every pet feels happy and well cared for!
“Mirian did a great job caring for Kayli while we were away on vacation. Mirian sent a photo most days just to reassure us she was adjusting well, especially considering her vision and hearing issues. Mirian was always quick to respond to any questions we had.”
“Garrett was awesome! Very professional, friendly, and accommodating. Huge yard and lots of friendly dogs for our two dogs to play with. We have a German Shepard and a Black Lab mix. Garrett was kind enough to send updates and pictures as well during the stay. Dogs were clean and happy when we got them back. 100% would (and will) use Garrett’s services again.”
“All I can say is there should be a 10 star rating because that is what Andress and Alex deserve! I can’t thank you enough for the care that you provided to Jango. He’s an old guy and I could tell with every picture or video that you sent, he was having a good time. You really put our minds at ease with the care you provided which made our vacation even better knowing he is being taken care of, as if he was at home. If you are searching for a temporary home away from home for your pet, I highly recommend these guys. They provide immediate contact with every text along with pictures and videos of their day. Def will use these guys again for our next trip. Thank you both again!”
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Balm
Thank you Marisol for taking care of Behr. You are truly a animal lover. Behr looks healthy and happy for a dog :) You were so kind and willing to transport Behr. We do really appreciate you and your family kindness and care. We will truly use your service again. Thank you again.
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- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
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How to book dog boarding
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Balm home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Balm.
<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Balm sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
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.
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 .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in FL ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
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 dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog 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.
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