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| answered a question | Can you get a refund after you have already payed the 35 dollars for the fee? I believe that if you have paid the $35 fee for ID verification on Rover, it is non-refundable. However, if you are havi... |
| answered a question | what happens if the dog get sick or dies in my possession? If a dog gets sick or dies in the sitter's possession, the sitter should immediately contact the owner and follow the ag... |
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| answered a question | Dog wont go potty and stops moving on walks? I agree with Deb A.'s suggestions for getting the dog's attention and making it a game using a squeaky toy or the comman... |
| answered a question | How to Address Incomplete Owner Profile- Payment Shortage? Hi there! It's great to hear that you've booked your first sitting on Rover. However, I understand your concern about t... |
| answered a question | How to Connect with Fellow Sitters for Client Matchmaking? Hi Lenka L., Thank you for your response. I appreciate your input, but I think there may be some confusion about my que... |
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| commented answer | How to Connect with Fellow Sitters for Client Matchmaking? Thanks Karen. I actually tried searching for FB groups in my area, with no luck. It's unfortunate that Rover doesn't hav... |
| asked a question | How to Connect with Fellow Sitters for Client Matchmaking? How to Connect with Fellow Sitters for Client Matchmaking? Hey fellow sitters! I've been getting requests from clients... |
| commented answer | Owner wanting weekly visits before a booking? Glad to hear that my answer was helpful! It's always heartening to see positive feedback and encouragement, and it's a g... |
| answered a question | I am trying to get started in Rover as a sitter but when a potential client was looking for a sitter in our zipcode, she was given a list of sitters outside the area first-I was listed number8 behind other sitters further away-why is that? It's understandable that you're frustrated with your listing on Rover. The search algorithm on Rover takes into account ... |
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| answered a question | Teacher, Can Only Work In Summer? As a teacher who can only work during the summer, your account will not be suspended due to inactivity during the months... |
| answered a question | Will becoming certified in dog first aid increase job traffic? Becoming certified in dog first aid and CPR can definitely improve your credibility as a pet sitter or dog walker and po... |
| answered a question | what happens if you get bit? If a sitter gets bitten by a dog while pet sitting or dog walking, they should immediately wash the wound thoroughly wit... |
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| answered a question | Owner wanting weekly visits before a booking? If you're comfortable with the request, you could offer to do a meet and greet with the dog and owner first to see if it... |
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| answered a question | Meet and greet necessary? I highly recommend doing a meet and greet before accepting any boarding requests. This allows you to meet the dogs and ... |
| asked a question | How do other sitters handle excessive barking in dogs? How do other sitters handle excessive barking in dogs? For those who have had clients with dogs who tend to bark excessi... |
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| answered a question | Does anyone take dogs for boarding have not been castrated? Any advice on why I should or should not? Hi there! I've taken care of dogs who haven't been neutered before, and it's definitely something to consider before a... |
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| answered a question | What do I do if a room mate is home while house sitting and the apartment is messy? It can be uncomfortable to be in a new living situation with someone you don't know, especially if they're of a differen... |
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| answered a question | New Rover Sitter Advice? Congratulations on joining Rover! Here are some tips for getting started: Set up a complete and attractive profile: Yo... |
| answered a question | Meet & Greet Scheduled for first booking day? I completely agree with Deb A. and Cindy T. that it's not a good idea to book a recurring service without a meet & g... |
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| answered a question | Why aren't I getting offers to sit? Hi Deborah! It's understandable that you may not have had as much interest since you deactivated your account for a fe... |
| answered a question | How do I improve my searchability? Great question! Here are some tips on how to improve your searchability on Rover: Complete your profile: Make sure you... |
| commented answer | Clients always trying to negotiate? Great input! I completely agree that negotiating with clients can be a slippery slope, and it's important to stand firm ... |
| answered a question | is there a way to stop new requests but keep current clients? That's a great point! As mentioned by Jordan B., you can easily turn off "accepting new clients" in your service setting... |
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| answered a question | Would someone be willing to give me tips on my profile? Welcome to Rover! It sounds like you're off to a good start with your testimonial and a request under your belt. To make... |
| answered a question | What do I do with a client who reserves a booking, but then doesn't accept/complete the booking request? Hi there! You do have the option to archive a booking request if the client does not cancel it themselves. Archiving a... |
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| answered a question | Has anyones potential booking request been canceled before the meet and greet has happened? Yes, I have experienced something similar before. It can be frustrating when a potential booking request gets canceled b... |
| answered a question | How do I get reviews on my profile? If you're looking to approach asking for a review from a marketing perspective, here are some tips: Timing: Choose the... |
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| commented answer | Has anyone developed a questionnaire for dog boarding? I love the Rover emails too! The Meet & Greet mailer is incredibly helpful as it covers every aspect of what a sitte... |
| answered a question | Do you have liability insurance? As a dog sitter on Rover, it's essential to have liability insurance to protect yourself and your business from potentia... |
| commented answer | New to Rover. When do I accept the booking? Before or after the meet and greet? Thank you for sharing! I appreciate your input. Just to clarify, canceling client requests can have an impact on the alg... |
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| commented question | What to do with multiple pending requests for the same date? Thank you so much for sharing this helpful tip! Archiving requests as "owner didn't respond" is a great idea to keep you... |
| answered a question | How to handle when an owner misrepresents their dog? I understand your frustration with the situation you're facing. It can be challenging when an owner misrepresents their ... |