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Sitter Profile Image: brooke S.
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$15
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7 years of experience
Gaithersburg, MD, 20878

About: Hi, I am Brooke! I have a 9 year old Bichon mix and a 9 month old Lab Shepard mix. Both of my pets have taught me a lot about patience, energy levels, and understanding what they are asking for. You can expect .... - Photo and video updates! - Lots of belly rubs - Patience with nervous, shy, or high energy doggies. - and close attention to your doggies routine and behavior. I am working full time and studying cyber security. I am reliable, organized, and good at communicating. I will always keep you in the loop and treat your dog like they're my own. I'm free on weekday evenings after 5:00pm and most weekends, so I can do walks, drop-in visits, and sitting. I'm happy to be flexible if you message me ahead of time, and I'll always confirm quickly. I can do walks, drop-in visits, and sitting. I'm happy to be flexible if you message me ahead of time, and I'll always confirm quickly.

Sitter Profile Image: Anna C.
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Anna C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 38 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Gaithersburg, MD, 20879

“Anna is great! I’m so happy to have someone I’m comfortable with coming over and hanging out with my boys! My lab is SO shy, and he took to her right away.”

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Kimberly J.
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Addie G.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 68 reviews
16 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Montgomery Village, MD, 20886

“Addie was great with our dog—engaged and attentive. We felt very comfortable leaving Addie in charge. Looking forward to having her take care of our dog in the future.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Elaine L.
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Elaine L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Clarksburg, MD, 20871

“Elaine was amazing! She was very loving to our pets. Asked questions and followed instructions perfectly. She was very communicative and sent pics and videos that brought smiles to help us as we missed our pets! This pet sitter is a keeper!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ryan P.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Gaithersburg, MD, 20878

About: I’ve loved animals for as long as I can remember, and caring for pets has been a part of my life for years. I have experience caring for dogs and understand that every pet has their own personality, routine, and needs. I know how important it is to find someone you can trust to care for your furry family members while you’re away. I’m patient, attentive, and responsible, and I always want pets to feel safe, comfortable, and loved. I also have a puppy of my own, so I understand the importance of daily routines, exercise, playtime, and plenty of affection. Whether your dog loves long walks, playing outside, or simply relaxing and getting attention, I’ll make sure they receive plenty of care and companionship! I have a flexible schedule and can make time to give your pets the attention and care they deserve. I enjoy spending time with animals, whether that means going for walks, playing, feeding them, or just keeping them company. I’m happy to communicate with pet parents about their pets’ routines and work together to find a schedule that works for everyone. I want your pets to feel comfortable and cared for while you’re away! Your pet’s safety and happiness are my priorities. I understand that leaving your furry family member with someone new requires trust, and I take that responsibility seriously. I’ll follow your instructions carefully, respect your pet’s routine, and make sure they receive plenty of attention, affection, and supervision. I’m happy to provide updates and pictures so you can feel reassured while you’re away. Every pet has different needs, and I’ll do my best to make them feel safe, comfortable, and loved.

Sitter Profile Image: Relle V.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
4 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Gaithersburg, MD, 20879

“Relle was extremely sweet and easy to work with :) thank you!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Dale T.
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$18
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50 years of experience
Gaithersburg, MD, 20882

About: I'm semi-retired but really like helping people out. I know having pets can be stressful when you are away. I am here to make it less stressful and let you enjoy your vacation or focus on your work while you are away. I am semi-retired so I am flexible most days of the week (within reason as I do maintain a tech consulting firm). Weekends are possible, again, with enough notice and based on my own travel schedule. My wife and I have two cats, and when people come to check in on our cats, we expect them to be attentive to the whole house. Is water running? Does anything look amiss? A pet sitter is your eyes and ears...even if you have cameras all over your house. Having a dependable person visit your house lets you enjoy your vacation or give you peace of mind during the workday.

Sitter Profile Image: Kathryn E.
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Kathryn E.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Adamstown, MD, 21710

“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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Sitter Profile Image: Darling-girl C.
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Darling-girl C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
2 years of experience
Gaithersburg, MD, 20877

About: Hi! I'm Darling, and I'm someone who genuinely enjoys caring for animals. While I'm new to Rover, I've always loved spending time with dogs and understand how important it is to leave your pet with someone you can trust. I'm responsible, patient, and detail-oriented, and I'll care for your dog as if they were my own. Whether your pup enjoys long walks, playing fetch, cuddle time, or simply relaxing, I'll make sure they feel comfortable, safe, and loved while you're away. I'm happy to follow your pet's normal routine, including feeding schedules, medications (if needed), potty breaks, exercise, and any special instructions. I'll also send regular photo and video updates so you can have peace of mind knowing your furry family member is happy and well cared for. I know every dog has their own personality, and I take the time to make sure each one feels comfortable and receives the attention they deserve. I look forward to meeting you and your best friend! I'm currently available with a flexible schedule, allowing me to provide reliable and attentive care throughout the day. Whether your pet needs walks, drop-in visits, overnight care, or plenty of playtime, I'm happy to work around their routine. I believe consistency is important, so I'll follow your pet's feeding schedule, exercise routine, and any special instructions to help them feel comfortable and at ease. Your pet's safety and comfort are my top priorities. I'll carefully follow all care instructions, including feeding schedules, medications if needed, and exercise routines. I always keep pets supervised, use secure leashes during walks, and make sure they have fresh water, a clean environment, and lots of attention. I'll also provide regular photo and video updates so you can feel confident knowing your pet is safe, happy, and well cared for while you're away.

Sitter Profile Image: Anna K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
6 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Germantown, MD, 20874

“Anna was great! We had her do a drop-in for our big guy while we did a day trip. She started and ended her drop in with pics of him. While it was a only an hour visit, she sent us a report card letting us know about his potty and feeding which is a wonderful idea. We will definitely be using Anna again for week long house sitting in the Fall.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Rosie & Lorenzo J.
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Rosie & Lorenzo J.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
5 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Germantown, MD, 20874

About: We have taken care of dogs for the last 25 years. We owned pets when we were younger. We started Rover in December of 2024 when we wanted a third dog, but decided to do Rover when we had pets so they can have different fur friends to play with. We no longer have pets as they are in heaven. Our friends recommended us to do Rover as well since we are frequent sitters for their dogs. We know a lot of families have been impacted by so many things happening in our economy, so we will offer a discount to repeat clients starting in March of 2025 with our frequent customer punch card, one complimentary boarding stay after every 15 nights. We are both educators. We are off on the weekends and are up early during the week. We get off work early so would have time to walk your dogs. We have two very friendly dogs and have lots of space for animals to roam around our spacious house. We live in a safe and quiet 2 story townhome community where many of our neighbors own pet friendly dogs. We have a walking trail close by.

Sitter Profile Image: Rushvi M.
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Rushvi M.
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$20
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12 years of experience
Boyds, MD, 20841

About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was a little girl - and I have also grown up around pets my entire life! I believe my love for animals shows in the type of care giver I would be to your furry family. From puppies, to senior dogs, I have what it takes to adapt to each animal and care for their needs. I am currently between jobs, so my schedule is pretty free! I’m available to care for your animal in the mornings, afternoon and evening. Weekends vary, however my schedule is flexible. I will constantly keep your dog company, making sure they always have someone to play with, are well fed & most importantly, safe and loved.

Sitter Profile Image: Kenechi C.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
5 years of experience
Gaithersburg, MD, 20878

About: I’ve owned 3 dogs and have taken care of a total of 5, I’m very comfortable around them and always treat them as they’re family. Right now I take of two dogs, a golden retriever and a German shepherd. I feed, take them out and play with them everyday. Make sure they’re taken for there check ups and wash them weekly. I currently only work at my week job only 2-3 days a week so my availability is very open. I also have reliable transportation when needed. I’ll make sure to take them outside to play when needed to, feed them the dogs the right amount and on time. Last but not least, I will always make sure to leave the house cleaner than when I walked in.

Sitter Profile Image: Ciarra R.
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Ciarra R.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Gaithersburg, MD, 20886

“Ciarra was amazing with my three cats! Very patient and caring with each of them. Can tell from the summary pictures that they feel safe and comfortable around her :)”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jina Y.
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Jina Y.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 40 reviews
10 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Gaithersburg, MD, 20878

“We couldn’t be happier with Jina! She went above and beyond to make our skittish cat comfortable with her during drop ins. Her reports were detailed with plenty of pictures. We look forward to book Jina again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicole A.
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Nicole A.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 167 reviews
48 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Gaithersburg, MD, 20877

“Nicole is a wonderful pet sitter! She faithfully attends to our cat and keeps us so well informed! You will be very happy to receive her services!”

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Mellie M.
Sitter Profile Image: Ariba S.
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Ariba S.
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$15
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6 years of experience
Clarksburg, MD, 20871

About: My brother has a British shorthair cat and I used to have a Maltese but he passed away 2 years ago. I’m able to help any animal! I work part time so I’m able to care for any pet in need but need a couple of days in advance I’ve taken care of multiple cats and dogs at a time too My house is at the moment pet free but any animal would be able to adapt to my house the environment is pet friendly. Pet friendly products in this house too

Sitter Profile Image: Lulu X.
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Lulu X.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Darnestown, MD, 20874

“Fangyi is the best. She helped out last minute with checking on my pup so he wasn't alone all day.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Cindy R.
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Cindy R.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 76 reviews
19 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Gaithersburg, MD, 20877

“Cindy is great and for our first visit was very thorough in explaining how she would take care of my dog. Certainly made us feel welcome and grateful my dog and Nero got along great. Definitely will be using Cindy in the future.”

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Darian J.
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$15
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20 years of experience
Derwood, MD, 20855

About: Dogs have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember! Growing up with dogs has given me a lifelong love for animals and an understanding of how important it is to provide them with love, patience, and proper care. I’m currently the proud owner of a 1-year-old French Bulldog, so I have hands-on experience with the daily responsibilities of being a dog owner, including feeding, walks, playtime, companionship, and making sure my pup feels safe, comfortable, and loved. I understand that every dog has their own unique personality, needs, and routine. Whether your pup is playful and energetic or prefers cuddles and relaxing, I’ll do my best to make them feel right at home. I’ll treat your furry family member with the same love and attention I give my own dog! I know how important it is to trust someone with your pet, and I want every owner to feel confident that their dog is in caring, responsible hands. I can’t wait to meet you and your four-legged best friend! 🐾 I work only 3 days a week, which gives me plenty of flexibility to dedicate time to pet care throughout the week. On my days off, I have a flexible schedule that allows me to give pets plenty of attention, playtime, walks, and companionship. As a dog owner myself, I understand the importance of keeping a consistent routine and making sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved. I’m happy to work with each pet’s individual needs and schedule to make sure they receive the care and attention they deserve! 🐾 I care for every pet as if they were my own! As someone who has grown up with dogs and currently has a 1-year-old French Bulldog, I understand the importance of providing a safe, loving, and comfortable environment. I make sure pets have fresh water, meals on their regular schedule, plenty of playtime, exercise, attention, and lots of affection. In a client's home, I would follow their pet's normal routine and any specific instructions to help them feel comfortable while their owner is away. I understand that every pet has different needs and personalities, so I always aim to be patient, attentive, and gentle. I also believe communication is important, so I’m happy to provide updates and photos to give owners peace of mind while their furry family members are in my care. 🐾❤️

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DeeDee W.
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We hired Isabella to watch our two Boston Terriers for the weekend. She went above and beyond what was required to care for our older dogs. I would definitely hire her again.

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Kimberly T.
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My dog immediately bonded with Alyssa whose presence was calm and welcoming. She was attentive and took care to reach out to my cats as well.

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Suzanne T.
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Ken was great with my dog who is anxious since we recently relocated. He was attentive to my dog and three cats and clearly demonstrated experience with larger dog breeds.

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Suzanne T.
Drop-In Visits
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First time using Kaylee. She took great care of our Tucker and was patient with him until he was comfortable!

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

Riley did a wonderful job taking care of my two dogs and two cats. The pets were well fed and taken care very well. I had zero issues. Would recommend in the future if ever needed.

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

Hope always takes great care of our pets, follows our care instructions, and communicates timing and needs. We love having Hope care for our pets when we can’t be home as they are always happy and well cared for when we return. This is not the first time we’ve booked with Hope and it won’t be our last. Thank you, Hope!

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Tina L.
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The average cost of Dog Sitting in Boyds is $17 per visit as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $17 and $17 per visit. 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 November 2026, there are 15,399 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across Boyds. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

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.

Before booking, confirm:

  • the timing, length, and frequency of visits;
  • the care instructions the sitter should follow;
  • which parts of your pet’s usual routine should be prioritized;
  • how often you would like to receive messages, photos, or other updates.

Not every sitter offers the same services, availability, or booking options. Review their profile and discuss the care you need through Rover before booking each service.

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 Boyds 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!

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.

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 Meet & Greet.

While Rover doesn’t offer traditional subscription services, some sitters offer recurring bookings for services like home visits and dog walking. Recurring services come with their own perks, such as flexibility to modify services (up to five weeks in advance), automatic billing, Rover Card updates, and same-day cancellations.

To find sitters in Boyds with recurring or weekly availability, select "Repeat Weekly" and which days you’d like them to care for your pet.

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

  • 85% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 90% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 93% 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.

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.

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.

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