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Sitter Profile Image: Sydney N.
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Sydney N.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
South Lake Morton, Lakeland, FL, 33801

“Great communication and daily updates with photos were all greatly appreciated during Archie’s stay. It looked like he had a blast from all the photos. We were even running behind on our travel back due to unexpected traffic and Sydney was able to accommodate us which we appreciated greatly!”

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Kaitlynn S.
Sitter Profile Image: Angelica P.
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Angelica P.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 123 reviews
31 repeat clients
16 years of experience
North Lake Wire, Lakeland, FL, 33815

“I feel really comfortable leaving my dog Mia with Angelica. She's so easy to work with. You can tell she's really loves taking care of your pets. Mia has fallen in love with Angelica. Will definitely use Angelica again.”

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Sheila R.
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Lia V.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 50 reviews
13 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Crystal Lake, Lakeland, FL, 33801

“Lia did such a good job!! I have a hyper pitbull and she handled him so well and i felt very comfortable with her. She kept us updated the whole trip with pictures and videos every day! If u need a trustworthy and caring sitter, Lia is your person!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Annette A.
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Annette A.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 64 reviews
28 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Auburndale, FL, 33823

“My Gus just loves staying with Annette she pampers him with love and attention. Also she is very flexible with time and dates. Gus loves running around her fenced in backyard ❤️🩷”

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Sharon L.
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Matt & Nicole L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 117 reviews
43 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Mulberry, FL, 33860

“Anyone needing dog care/ dog sitting services, I definitely would recommend Matt and Nicole. They are excellent. They are caring people with dogs and very caring people. I strongly recommend Matt and Nicole. My dog Addy who has separation anxiety was handled in a very specialized way . Their whole family was with my dog. And he came back better cause he actually was more chilled out and now is use to being with a dog sitter in a good experience. The pictures were great as well.”

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Chuck V.
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angie a.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 48 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33811

“I have used Angie's services for the third time in a row and she is a wonderful person and I couldn't have found anyone better in my area to take care of the love of my life Mimi. Thanks Angie”

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Alexis H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 35 reviews
16 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Dixieland, Lakeland, FL, 33815

About: I have had pets growing up to include dogs , cats , rabbits , hamsters , birds , reptiles and fish. I turned my love for them into a career and went to be a vet tech for 4 years in Cape Coral FL and then for an animal hospital in the Villages . I currently work for a local veterinarian which gives me experience with farm Animals , exotics , reptiles , etc. I am extremely comfortable in any circumstance to include fluids , injections , medicating, special needs , behavioral needs , etc . I also have also comfortable with farm animals as well as I have regular chicken, pig , goat and equine clients . I also am comfortable with reptiles and any and all small animals. Animals are my life ! I work for the SPCA as a surgical technician during the week, help run a local Kitten non profit rescue . My day to day is animals and I wouldn’t have of any other way! I do have 3Dogs and 3 cats . They’re allowed on beds , couches , etc . I do have a 12 year old boy who is very animal oriented and great with them as well

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Holli W.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Bartow, FL, 33830

“Holli took such very good care of our dogs the past few days. Her home and family were a great fit for our guys. You not only get Holli, but her whole family to love on your pets. Communication was easy and updates came daily. We felt so comfortable having our dogs with her. We will definitely be booking with her again.”

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Betsy M.
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Mason & Kassandra F.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 58 reviews
20 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Lake Alfred, FL, 33850

“We genuinely appreciated Mason & Kassandra for coming through and taking care of our girls after a very last minute scramble to find someone after our initial plans fell through. They communicated with us throughout the pups’ stay and took great care of them. We’re transitioning to a new home/location and it’s been quite the adjustment for our pups, but Kassandra and Mason were very understanding and took great care of our girls while we were away!”

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Cheyenne P.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Winter Haven, FL, 33880

“Cheyenne, was wonderful with our dog Emmie. She sent us photos every day for the month she had her. Emmie was very well cared for and even had her own little treats that Cheyenne bought for her. I would highly recommend Cheyenne and am so happy we found her on rover. We will absolutely be boarding Emmie when our next big adventure comes along.”

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Mary J.
Sitter Profile Image: Tatiana B.
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Tatiana B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
12 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Polk City, FL, 33868

“Tatiana was absolutely amazing while watching our dogs, Loki and Athena, during our vacation. She went above and beyond, sending us daily updates with pictures and letting us know how they were doing, from their eating habits to how they woke up and whether they played with the other dogs. Tatiana even took care of our baby Loki by putting eardrops in when his ear was acting up, showing genuine care and attention to detail. She was incredibly easy to communicate with, always prompt in responding to our questions, and made us feel completely at ease while we were away. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and we will definitely be seeing Tatiana again. Loki and Athena will absolutely be going back to her next time! Highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Karla L.
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Karla L.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 193 reviews
57 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33813

“This was my first time using Rover and I was very pleased. Karla was very responsive and followed-up with me regularly during my time away. I felt comfortable leaving my dog, Ben, under her care and will certainly rebook with her in the future.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan L.
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Megan L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33801

“Took great care of my cat! Very flexible and helpful!”

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Remy N.
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Francisca R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
3 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33813

About: The best care for your best friend Need someone trustworthy to care for your pet while you’re away? I’m here to help! I offer companionship, playtime, and fun walks — always with love and attention. Daily walks Lots of play and cuddles Photo and video updates Your pet will be treated like family! The best care for your best friend. I can spend a lot of time playing and keeping your pet company. I'm happy to go for a walk with your pet and play with him. And the best part? Your pet will have a little buddy to play with — my friendly small dog will be there to keep them company!

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Cyd Marie D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 84 reviews
26 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33810

“Cyd Marie was an amazing Petsitter for little Henry. She treated Henry as her own and kept me posted at least 3 times per day - with photos. It was like Henry was on a doggy vacation. I will absolutely use Cyd Marie again and have already asked her if she’d like to care for Henry again.. she said yes!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Charles B.
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Charles B.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33810

“Jean (Charles) and his wife are absolutely amazing with Luna! She is always so excited to stay with them, and I peace of mind knowing she’s getting the absolute best care possible.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Patricia H.
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Patricia H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 74 reviews
30 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Auburndale, FL, 33823

“She send us pic and videos everyday to see our baby! Mailov was happy and confortable like he was at home! Patricia gave us that peace of mind to enjoy our trip.”

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Melanie Marie A.
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Jessica & Justin C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33809

About: I've had dogs my entire life. I have worked at dog boarding facilities and various rescues over the years. I am currently a volunteer with a local rescue in Lakeland. I have three small dogs of my own, who are like my kids. I’m home most of the time so your pet will rarely be unsupervised but when I do need to leave the house, I have steps and protocols in place to assure your pet's safety while I am away. I have a 6ft privacy fenced back yard. All lawn care items are locked away in a shed to lessen the risk of your pet getting into anything potentially toxic. I supervise feedings and separate dogs, if necessary. I can also administer oral medications.

Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer R.
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Jennifer R.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 69 reviews
19 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33810

“We had a wonderful experience boarding our dog Bandit. He seemed very happy and relaxed during his stay, and we appreciated the daily updates with photos and videos. We would highly recommend Matties Boarding Kennel for anyone looking for a reliable and caring dog boarding facility!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Marie W.
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Marie W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
3 repeat clients
42 years of experience
Winter Haven, FL, 33884

“Marie provided excellent care for my two pups. They are like my children and I don't trust them to anyone. They were loved and slept on comfy beds. No cages, plenty of space to run and play. Plus,plenty of love.”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Joanne is a blessing. I can tell that Nova and Zeus have grown fond of her. I can always count on photos and videos while away from the furbabies. THANKS JOANNE! 💕

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Bunnie S.
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Even after I personally fudging the drop off time. they were willing to come pick him up and kept in constant communication.

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Wayne D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sydney did a great job watching my fur baby. I am excited to have someone I trust to watch my dog when I have to be away. She was easy to communicate with, accommodating for my dog's special diet, and sent frequent photo updates. Highly recommended!

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Jamie S.
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Christiana was amazing with my Boy! I can tell that he had a good time! I highly recommend her services.

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Nicole P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Heather was an amazing sitter that cared for cooper so well! She took the time to send pictures and contact us. She was so sweet and thoughtful! Copper had a great time playing with her dogs. We are so glad we found a sitter that cared for my pup so well!

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Maya T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Chelsie and her husband were absolutely amazing for my girl’s first time away from home. She kept me updated with photos and messages about how Luna was doing, which gave me so much peace of mind. It was clear that my girl had a wonderful time and was well cared for. I would definitely book with her again without hesitation!

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Maria G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kyli was amazing as always. Milo wasn’t feeling well and had an upset stomach while we were away and she made sure to keep him hydrated and keep us updated on how he was doing. Milo was doing much better by the time we picked him up. Kyli took amazing care of him. We will always recommend her and will keep booking for Milo! Thank you Kyli!!

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Jillian C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Shelisha was amazing to our little Nikko. 🐶 He instantly becomes part of her family every time we drop him off and he is properly cared for while we’re away. We will be using her services again!

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Thalia C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Cherisse took wonderful care of my two dogs while I was away for a few days. One of my dogs has separation anxiety, and she went above and beyond to make sure she was comfortable, eating well, and getting the attention she needed. Cherisse sent daily updates with pictures and videos, which gave me great peace of mind while I was on vacation. Her home also has a fully fenced yard, so the dogs could safely roam and play. When my dogs are with Cherisse, I know they are in great hands.

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Marie M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Melissa was a wonderful babysitter for our fur-baby, Chevi💗 She was so thoughtful of our feelings of leaving her with someone we didn’t know before. She sent us several pictures every day of their walks, which is Chevi’s favorite thing to do, along with playing Tug-o -war with her stuffed animals. Chevi had to be on a specific diet for a while and she did great at making sure that this diet was followed. Melissa was a great comfort to us during this time away!!

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Donna J.
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Thank you so much, Brittany, for all you did for little Bella. I felt so safe knowing she was with you. She was so happy when she came home. Thanks again.

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June F.
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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 Crystal Lake home-away-from-home, 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 Crystal Lake.

Tip: 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 Crystal Lake 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.

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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.

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