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Sitter Profile Image: Shanisa J.
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Shanisa J.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 81 reviews
23 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

“When we got home after 5 days away, I swear our dog was disappointed to see us instead of Shanisa! I received daily photos and videos with updates of our dog and cat while we were away, and she was very communicative leading up to and throughout her stay. She will be the first person we reach out to in the future when we need a house/petsitter!”

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Terry C.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 78 reviews
26 repeat clients
15 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

“Terry was absolutely incredible and took the best care of our 2 kitties when we went out of town! Daily pictures and videos, so many updates and great communication! I would give her even more stars if I could. We have never felt safer leaving our babies in another's hands, and we could not recommend her enough. She truly goes above and beyond. :)”

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Jamiah B.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 54 reviews
25 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

“We had a wonderful vacation thanks in part to the awesome care our elderly dog received from Jamiah. She was attentive, informative and respectful of our dog's needs and of our home. We really appreciated the text messages and the photos that Jamiah sent daily. Thanks for helping us travel with peace of mind!”

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Michaela A.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 57 reviews
17 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

“Michaela took excellent care of my dog and cat while we were away. She took the time to meet us beforehand, provided thorough updates and we came home to happy pets and a clean apartment. Thank you, Michaela! Highly recommend!”

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Jenni L.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 205 reviews
81 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19711

“Thank you Jenni and Matt for being so wonderful! We had the best experience with our older lab. Ellie is getting too old to stay at kennels and we are more comfortable having her home where she is familiar and happy. Jenni and Matt stayed with Ellie over the weekend and did an amazing job. They were there frequently, spent lots of time with Ellie, and communicated with us through text and pictures. We are so appreciative of their help and very happy we found people we can trust. We are looking forward to planning more trips and using Jenni and Matt's services.”

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Jessica C.
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$50
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37 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

About: I've raised 5 of my own dogs, cared for family members' dogs, and neighbors' dogs since I was 15. I love them and treat them like my own children. Puppies and seniors are not an issue. I can care for multiple dogs at a time. All breeds. As of now, I'm pretty flexible. My daughter moved out, so it's just my husband and me. We have an 8 year old Beagle and a 4 year old dachshund. I'm available weekdays, weekends, and holidays for up to 2 weeks at a time to give your dogs plenty of attention and affection. First of all, I ask the owner if there's any special instructions for their pet. My availability allows me to be there to attend to and play with pets in the comfort of their own home. I give them lots of love, just like they deserve! They are family!

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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Carneys Point, NJ, 08069

“Heather was great with our dogs we will definitely use her again!”

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Tricia L.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
40 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19808

“Tricia is, hands down, the best pet sitter we have ever had! ​From start to finish, she went so far above and beyond her basic duties to make sure our home and our dog were completely cared for. Our boy can be extremely picky and hesitant with new people, but Tricia bonded with him almost instantly. He is also a big boy which can intimidate some people. She knew exactly how to make him feel comfortable, safe, and loved while we were away. She played and brushed him daily and have him lots of cuddles! ​Her communication was incredible. She updated us multiple times every single day and sent plenty of photos and videos, which gave us total peace of mind the entire time we were gone and allowed us to enjoy our vacation. It was so reassuring to see how happy and relaxed he was with her! ​On top of being an absolute natural with dogs, Tricia took exceptional care of our house and garden, tackling extra tasks and leaving everything in pristine condition for our return. ​If you are looking for someone trustworthy, attentive, and genuinely caring—especially if you have a selective or picky dog—look no further than Tricia. We will absolutely be booking her again!”

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Cole C.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
3 repeat clients
14 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

“Cole was not only incredibly responsible and responsive, but he was also extremely friendly and personable. Our dog is a bit of a handful, but he handled every situation with grace and understanding. He also did additional cleaning after house sitting, which was very appreciated. Highly recommend Cole and we will be using him personally in the future for all of our pet sitting needs! 💕🐶”

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Chris M.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 66 reviews
21 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19809

“This is the second time Chris watched our dog and cat. 100 stars! She is so kind and compassionate and sends me multiple pictures and messages while we are gone. Highly recommend!”

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Desirae S.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
3 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Elsmere, DE, 19805

“Desirae took great care of my dog and my apartment while I was away for a week. She sent plenty of updates and photos and I felt at ease knowing she is a trained vet tech if anything were to go wrong. My dog seemed very happy and well taken care of when I arrived back home and the apartment was left nice and neat.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jonaika W.
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Jonaika W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

“Jonaika is a mature, kind, responsible and communicative young woman. She stayed in our home with our two dogs for a holiday week, and provided loving and consistent care. She has a warm temperament which dogs loved, flows instructions, and cares for pets with great accountability. I highly recommend Jonaika for any pet sitting situation.”

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Sarah K.
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$125
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
12 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19806

“Sarah was wonderful! My dogs clearly loved her and they got lots of snuggles and walks while we were gone. She was also really good about communicating her schedule and sent me daily updates and pictures of the pups. We are looking forward to having her back.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Nina D.
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Nina D.
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$95
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
4 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

“Nina did an excellent job taking care of our puppy. We got him last week and were so nervous to leave him alone. She gave us updates, sent us pics, got back to us within minutes, followed all instructions we asked of her, and ensured his safety. My puppy is sooo shy with other people, and he went right to her. 10/10, will book for the future!!!:)”

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Ryan E.
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$44
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
3 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19713

“Ryan is a great guy, he was wonderful with Pluto and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a sitter”

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Sitter Profile Image: Rebecca C.
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Rebecca C.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 104 reviews
22 repeat clients
6 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

“Rebecca was great! She came for a meet and greet and was very friendly. We felt safe leaving our pets and our home in her care- she was also very responsive to messages and sent updates. Will definitely book again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Allie D.
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Allie D.
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$32
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10 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19702

About: I have grown up with pets since I was a baby. I have always had large dogs, such as rottweilers and pitbulls, and as an adult I have owned small dogs and cats as I live in an apartment. My sister is a vet technician, so I have some secondhand knowledge on medical care for animals of all types. I am currently unemployed so I am available any time, any day for care. I have my own transportation so traveling to your home for your pet is no problem at all. I always make sure any animals I adopt get along and have no tension before I leave them alone. If I feel any animals cannot be left unsupervised, I keep them in a secure location, such as a large kennel or a room with a closed door whenever I need to leave. I always make sure to monitor their eating habits and adjust their diets accordingly. I never feed my animals anything I do not research thoroughly beforehand to ensure they are getting the best quality food possible.

Sitter Profile Image: Bryn W.
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Bryn W.
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$32
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4 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

About: I grew up taking care of our Newfoundland from a puppy. I was his primary caretaker for brushing him, walking him, and feeding him. When I moved out, I helped my parents take care of him until he passed a few years ago from arthritis in his hips. Since I moved out, I adopted two cats from the shelter. I recognize that our animals are part of our families. I follow directions and schedules well, and will strive to provide the best care for your furry family members. I work 7am-3:30pm Mondays through Fridays, so I’m primarily available in the evenings during weekdays. I’m fully available on weekends for pet care. I also have most/federal holidays off, so I will be able to work long weekends. I will use whatever supplies that you have and your pet prefers. I will not bring anything else without your permission. I will make sure to follow directions and schedules as closely as possible, and keep you informed of how your pet is doing.

Sitter Profile Image: Heather B.
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Heather B.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 36 reviews
14 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19803

“Heather is an amazing Dog Sitter. The dogs love her she sends great pictures and updates and communicates very well. I have never had a single complaint.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer M.
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Jennifer M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
25 years of experience
Middletown, DE, 19709

“Jennifer is a keeper!! She took care of our fur babies as if they were her own! She kept us up to date and sent us pictures which was really comforting, being so far away. She treated our home with respect and care. We will definitely be calling on her again and again!! We love her!”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

As usual, Courtney provided excellent care for our aging dog. She and her little dog Khaleesi bring an appropriate amount of energy and down time that works perfectly for Pandora. We know that when Courtney is watching her, there is nothing that we have to worry about.

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Lisa D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

This was my second time having Terry care for my pack, and she is truly amazing. I have two dogs, Cooper and Max, and two cats, Bella and Lucky. Cooper has epilepsy and requires medication and some extra attention, so having someone I completely trust with him is incredibly important to me. Terry sent me videos and quick updates every day to let me know how everyone was doing, with extra attention to how Cooper was doing. Being able to see that everyone was happy and well cared for gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. She also pays attention to the little things. When I came home, she had left lights on and music playing for them because she knows that's what I do when I'm away. My hardwood floors looked spotless and shiny, and she even left me a beautiful candle as a gift. It was such a thoughtful way to come home. Most importantly, I came home to four happy, relaxed pets who had clearly received excellent care. Terry is incredibly caring, dependable, thoughtful, and trustworthy. I feel completely comfortable leaving my home and my animals in her care, which is priceless to me. I highly recommend Terry, and I will absolutely be using her again!

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Tammy W.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jonaika did a great job caring for Boston. She sent me photos of what he was doing and that made me comfortable. Boston enjoyed her company and I would definitely use her again!

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Donna B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Gianna was so good with our pup while we were away. She made sure she was well taken care of. We would definitely reach out to her again in the future. Highly recommend.

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Alyssa O.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Macey was excellent in caring for our pups and our home while we were away on vacation. She provided multiple updates each day with photos. We never worried about how our pups were doing. Would rebook Macey for future stays. Highly recommended.

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Kate B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Brianna was great! Gracie is a large energetic puppy and Brianna handled her without any issue and even took her to work with her!

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Julia H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rebecca did a great job watching our two cats. We gladly recommend her to take care of your fur babies.

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Deb R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Savannah was great with Gracie! Kept in touch and left the house nice and tidy! I will definitely use Savannah again!

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Julia H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Zhane was great! Our dog can be a little high maintenance and we were worried about leaving her with a stranger for three whole weeks, but everything was great. Zhane checked in often and sent pictures and videos and took great care of our pup. We came back to a clean place and a happy dog!

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Paz C.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Faith was great taking care of Maxey and sent updates and pictures to keep us informed. When we returned he was happy and calm and we know we wouldn’t get this same care with boarding him. Also the house was clean and deliveries were brought in which was very much appreciated!

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Nicole J.
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As of October 2026, there are 3,635 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Chelsea Estates. 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 Chelsea Estates 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 Chelsea Estates 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.

<b>Tip:</b> 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 Chelsea Estates 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 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 .

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 Meet & Greet .

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.

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

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