Pet Sitting in Detour
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Top rated Detour pet sitters
“Chelsea, is extremely reliable, polite and earnest about her responsibilities! I will most definitely be booking her for future visits! I am so grateful for her being prompt to help and assist me in my time of need. My furbabies are also great full for the time she spent with them!! Thank you for being you!”
“The boys were taken care of and well loved by Rebecca! I recieved progress pictures and came home to happy pups. I very much appreciated her staying with them on very short notice and on Christmas. Will absolutely call on her again.”
“Jessica took great care of my cats. One of my cats needed a special soft food diet due to recent oral surgery and Jessica was very accommodating. She observed the cats carefully to make sure that they are healthy and sent daily updates with pictures which really gave me peace of mind when I was traveling.”
About: While I’ve never had the chance to own a pet of my own, I’ve always loved animals and have been deeply involved in helping care for them. I’ve helped raise and care for two cats and three dogs within my close network of friends and family by taking part in everything from feeding, walking, training to playtime and building trust. Through these experiences, I’ve learned how to read animal behavior, respond with patience and calm energy, and understand the daily needs and routines that keep pets happy and healthy. I may not have had my “own” pet yet, but I’ve shown up for animals like they were my own and I am looking forward to caring for animals while I'm exploring new opportunities in my career. I'm currently available full-time in the DMV area [Mon-Sun] between the hours of 0500 & 1800. I'm willing to travel to build a customer base. Caring for animals comes natural for me. I have a keen sense of awareness and can anticipate and meet the needs of animals just through observing their breathing, posture, and reactions to environmental stimuli. I always travel with water, treats, and blankets to account for changes in weather or in case of emergency.
About: I have been caring for animals my entire life! I have been trusted by many friends, family, and neighbors to care for and walk their pets! I personally have a Rottweiler, black lab and rough collie and have raised cows and pigs my whole life. I love animals of all sizes! I can be flexible with times and am able to do early mornings and late nights! I currently work 10am-6pm which allows me to be free in the mornings and in the evenings , often when others are not available for pet care. I treat any and all animals as I would my own, with love and respect! Depending on what I am there for I will make sure all animal needs are met. If I am there for a drop in visit, I will make sure they get adequate play time, attention and make sure they have plenty of food/water before leaving.
About: I had cats growing up. I have taken care of my mother's shih Tzu for 8 years. I currently have 2 two year old poodles and a Aussie puppy. I have a shaded 10x20 kennel for potty breaks and I normally walk then in the hour of 6am and 6pm weather depending. I normally walk dogs at 6am and 6pm. In between carpool and doctor's appointments I would be home to take care of dogs during the day. I live in a single family home with a large back yard. I have a 10x20 shaded kennel for potty breaks in-between walks. Foor walks i take pups individually to allow not to allow the pups to be pulled and have their own time
About: Hi! My name is Jenny, with over 30 years of experience in pet sitting, I have dedicated my life to caring for a variety of beloved pets. My lifelong passion for animals has provided me with a great understanding of their needs and behaviors. I have been surrounded by pets all my life, from dogs, cats, guinea pigs, hamsters, and rabbits to my current companions, goats and chickens. Known for my kindness, responsibility, dependability, and caring nature, I strive to offer the best care for every pet I look after. I look forward to meeting you and your pets and helping with all your pet sitting needs. Your furry friends will be in good hands! 🐾 I currently have a part time craft business out of my home, so I have a very flexible schedule and make my own hours, so I can very easily adapt to your schedule! I ensure that pets feel safe, comfortable, and happy in their own environment while their owners are away. I follow a personalized approach, understanding each pet's unique needs, routines, and preferences. My services include: - **Daily Walks and Exercise:** Keeping pets active and engaged. - **Feeding and Hydration:** Ensuring they have fresh food and water according to their specific diets. - **Companionship and Playtime:** Spending quality time to prevent loneliness and stress. - **Medication Administration:** If required, I carefully administer medications. - **Home Security Checks:** Keeping an eye on the home to ensure everything is in order. - **Clean-Up:** Maintaining a tidy space by cleaning litter boxes, cages, and any messes. With my responsible and caring nature, I treat every pet as if they were my own, providing peace of mind to pet owners knowing their furry family members are well-cared for. 🐾
About: I have experience caring for both large and small dogs of all ages — from energetic puppies to gentle seniors — as well as cats and kittens. I’ve grown up surrounded by animals my whole life, including dogs, cats, cows, chickens, pigs, and goats. As a Certified Veterinary Assistant, I have extensive knowledge of animal health and veterinary care. I’m skilled in administering pills, insulin injections, inhalers, subcutaneous fluids, transdermal medications, and more. Whether your pet needs extra medical attention or just lots of love and playtime, I can provide safe, knowledgeable, and compassionate care tailored to their needs. I am a full time student pursing a degree in nursing. I’m between studying and school I will give your pets the love and care they deserve! I’ll care for your home with the same attention and respect I give my own — if not more. I’ll keep all pet dishes clean, promptly take care of any accidents, and ensure your pets feel happy, comfortable, and safe. With extensive knowledge and hands-on experience caring for a wide variety of animals, you can trust they’ll be in capable and loving hands.
“Amanda is awesome! We live pretty far off the beaten path and didn’t think we would have much luck finding someone to help us with our chocolate lab puppy, Mosby! We both work long shift work in Baltimore that overlaps and had no idea what to do. We found Amanda who’s been awesome, always so friendly and willing to help out, even with our odd and random requests of times based on shift work. Quick to respond and she treats Mosby like he’s her own dog. We’re so happy to have found her.”
“Danielle did an amazing job with our pets while we were out of town. The dogs loved her so much that now we are just chopped liver! Danielle is communicative, thoughtful, responsible and also she is a veterinary professional. We felt very safe having her care for our pets. Thank you!!”
“This is the first time I used Rover and I’m impressed. We only needed a drop in for Lucy and Ginger, but Justine did a great job, especially dealing with an over exuberant 4 month old puppy that’s not quite potty trained and an older dog that does not warm up immediately to new people.”
“Kendra is amazing and I highly recommend her! She is very responsive, professional, reliable and always does a wonderful job with our dog. And from the check in pictures she sends, our dog loves her very much!”
“Brandi is unwaveringly caring toward our dog and all the wildlife on our farm. Her communication, reliability, and loving heart for animals is everything we were looking for in a sitter. 🩷 🐾”
“Samantha was excellent with our three dogs and cat while we were away. She came and visited daily and gave our pets some loves and outdoor time. She has excellent communication and you can tell she truly loves and connects animals. We plan to book her again in the future!”
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Chelsea S.
“Chelsea, is extremely reliable, polite and earnest about her responsibilities! I will most definitely be booking her for future visits! I am so grateful for her being prompt to help and assist me in my time of need. My furbabies are also great full for the time she spent with them!! Thank you for being you!”
Rebecca C.
“The boys were taken care of and well loved by Rebecca! I recieved progress pictures and came home to happy pups. I very much appreciated her staying with them on very short notice and on Christmas. Will absolutely call on her again.”
Jessica M.
“Jessica took great care of my cats. One of my cats needed a special soft food diet due to recent oral surgery and Jessica was very accommodating. She observed the cats carefully to make sure that they are healthy and sent daily updates with pictures which really gave me peace of mind when I was traveling.”
Sara H.
“Sara was great walking our dog Bonnie. As an energetic pup, Bonnie can be quite a handful during walks, but Sara handled her with such skill and care. Not only did she manage Bonnie's enthusiasm with ease, but she also showered her with the attention and affection she craves. It’s clear that Sara truly loves what she does. We couldn't be happier with her service and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a loving and dedicated dog walker!”
Milena B.Star Sitter
“Milena is the best! She is professional, kind, personable, and super dedicated to taking the best care of her furry charges! I highly recommend her!”
Madison T.
About: I have been caring for animals my entire life! I have been trusted by many friends, family, and neighbors to care for and walk their pets! I personally have a Rottweiler, black lab and rough collie and have raised cows and pigs my whole life. I love animals of all sizes! I can be flexible with times and am able to do early mornings and late nights! I currently work 10am-6pm which allows me to be free in the mornings and in the evenings , often when others are not available for pet care. I treat any and all animals as I would my own, with love and respect! Depending on what I am there for I will make sure all animal needs are met. If I am there for a drop in visit, I will make sure they get adequate play time, attention and make sure they have plenty of food/water before leaving.
Rebecca A.
“Rebecca is great with pets. I met her through work and have since used her multiple times to help out with my pets when we go away. She is caring and loving and gives lots of attention to their needs. When we go out of town, my fur babies always go to Rebecca.”
Jennifer C.
“Jenny has the biggest heart when it comes to For babies My dogs and my cat love her. She loves to cuddle With my fur babies. And I can promise you, she will treat your fur babies as her own. I cannot think of a better person to spoil your fur babies.”
Rylee M.
“Rylee takes amazing care of pets, respecting house and pet rules. She takes extra care to check in, provide pictures and updates, and the pets only showed signs of being loved and cared for.”
Abby W.
“Abby took great care of Benny!”
Amanda C.
“Amanda is awesome! We live pretty far off the beaten path and didn’t think we would have much luck finding someone to help us with our chocolate lab puppy, Mosby! We both work long shift work in Baltimore that overlaps and had no idea what to do. We found Amanda who’s been awesome, always so friendly and willing to help out, even with our odd and random requests of times based on shift work. Quick to respond and she treats Mosby like he’s her own dog. We’re so happy to have found her.”
Danielle M.
“Danielle did an amazing job with our pets while we were out of town. The dogs loved her so much that now we are just chopped liver! Danielle is communicative, thoughtful, responsible and also she is a veterinary professional. We felt very safe having her care for our pets. Thank you!!”
Justine W.
“This is the first time I used Rover and I’m impressed. We only needed a drop in for Lucy and Ginger, but Justine did a great job, especially dealing with an over exuberant 4 month old puppy that’s not quite potty trained and an older dog that does not warm up immediately to new people.”
Thomas D.
“Great feedback about the visit and the dogs behavior.”
Lonnie P.Star Sitter
“Lonnie was great. He came by a few times before the overnight to make sure my three fur balls would be okay. I appreciated his care and attention.”
kendra m.
“Kendra is amazing and I highly recommend her! She is very responsive, professional, reliable and always does a wonderful job with our dog. And from the check in pictures she sends, our dog loves her very much!”
Brandi B.
“Brandi is unwaveringly caring toward our dog and all the wildlife on our farm. Her communication, reliability, and loving heart for animals is everything we were looking for in a sitter. 🩷 🐾”
Rylyn M.
“Rylyn, thank you so much for being so sweet to Pete and taking him outside. That made him so happy and made us happy to. Talk to you soon.”
Chloe L.Star Sitter
“Chloe is fabulous!! She is super attentive with our puppy and takes great photos! It’s so nice to know someone so great is with our pup each day!!”
Samantha L.
“Samantha was excellent with our three dogs and cat while we were away. She came and visited daily and gave our pets some loves and outdoor time. She has excellent communication and you can tell she truly loves and connects animals. We plan to book her again in the future!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Detour on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 301 pet sitters in Detour. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 91% of Detour pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Detour have an average of 14 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Detour.
Rover makes it easy to find Detour pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 301 pet sitters in Detour on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Detour, 87% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 87% offer medication administration, and 86% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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