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Stephanie D.
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$45
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10 years of experience
Washougal, WA, 98671

About: Hi there! I've been a dog sitter for going on 10 years, mostly for close family and friends but I'm looking to branch out. I love spending time with furry friends and when the weather's nice I enjoy getting them outside for play or walks. I'm a trustworthy sitter and I've even been tasked with giving dogs medicine or shots and have even taken dogs on routine vet visits while their parents are away. I work 3 days a week (Monday, Tuesday and Saturday) so I have 4 days where I can play and spend quality time with the pet(s) I'm watching. I try to keep the pet(s) routine as close to normal as I can in their home. I know it can be stressful when their parents are gone and I want it to be a comfortable situation for not only the pet but for the parents as well.

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Taylor C.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
2 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Gresham, OR, 97030

“Taylor is reliable, kind, timely, and an excellent dog sitter. He took wonderful care of our home and dogs while we were gone. He’s very communicative and left our house clean and tidy. We will absolutely be having Taylor return and highly recommend.”

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Frank G.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 59 reviews
18 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Portland, OR, 97236

“Frank was amazing with the pups and I really appreciated their flexibility and competence. I had total peace of mind knowing that the pups were with such an experienced and responsible sitter. Definitely recommend!!!”

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Angela S.
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Brooklyn H.
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$90
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 59 reviews
15 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Vancouver, WA, 98682

“Brooklyn is a dog whisperer! She took incredible care of our two dogs! She was so sweet, our dogs loved her, very communicative, lovely photos, and extremely reliable. Highly highly recommend her! We will be booking with her again.”

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Libby D.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Hood River, OR, 97031

“Libby had great communication, and great energy when she came to meet our dog before the first booking. While we were away she was good about sending updates and photos, and our house felt great once we returned.”

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Jennifer N.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
15 years of experience
Hazelwood, Portland, OR, 97220

“This was a huge step for me to trust someone with not only my guys but my home. Jenn understood my concerns and made a special trip down for a meet and greet. She sent multiple updates during the day and her pictures showed how relaxed Brady was with her. She left the house spotless, and I had a very happy dog when I got home. I definitely recommend her, and I look forward to her sitting again when needed.”

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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 repeat client
14 years of experience
Powellhurst, Portland, OR, 97236

“Nadia was so great to work with. She made our dogs feel comfortable and gave frequent updates and photos. She is easy to communicate with and was able to navigate our complicated situation with our 4 dogs and handled our reactive dogs super well! We will always choose Nadia moving forward to trust with our babies!”

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Abby N.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Portland, OR, 97220

About: Hi there! I'm new to Rover, but have been housesitting regularly since December 2024. I've had the opportunity to pet sit in Australia and throughout New Zealand with dogs and cats of various breeds and ages. I have also looked after fish and chickens. My experience ranges from caring for young puppies and kittens to older animals with health issues, including pets with arthritis, heart issues, IBD, and asmtha. I'm very diligent about managing any medication or supplements required. In the past, I've had two dogs as my own pets. One was a miniature schnauzer and the other was a mixed breed rescue. Throughout the years, I've pet sat for friends and family as well. I always love getting to know new animals and enjoy taking care of a home and any plants you may have. :) I work remotely and have a fairly flexible schedule, so I will have plenty of time to stay in with your pets and make sure they are cared for and happy. *Currently, I am fully booked for housesitting until the beginning of February. If you are interested in booking for your 2027 travel, feel free to send me a message to schedule a meet and greet. I do also offer dog walking or drop-in visits for other clients from about noon to 2 pm, so this would be a time that I may be away from the house. To ensure a good fit, I offer a 30 minute Meet & Greet prior to booking. All bookings include frequent updates and photos for your peace of mind. I am happy to have your fur babies as my close companions or give them more space if they prefer. My goal is make sure they are safe and comfortable while their family is away.

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$68
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Foster Powell, Portland, OR, 97206

“As per usual, Starla was amazing with Momo. We came home from a long trip to a happy and healthy pup. She's so good with Momo, that now she misses her when she's gone!”

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Jae H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
1 repeat client
37 years of experience
Portland, OR, 97211

“Jae went above and beyond with watching my dog Cumo. She was extremely affectionate and loving with Cumo - making him feel safe and at home instantly. She was reliable, communicative, and took amazing care of my house, even going out of her way to help with the garden. Would highly recommend!”

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$50
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13 years of experience
Powellhurst, Portland, OR, 97201

About: I love dogs, their cute faces melt my heart. Growing up, I played with my neighbor's german shepherds. However, most of my experience come from raising my Shiba inu and taking care of friends' dogs while they're away, and volunteering at the shelter. Kiba and I love meeting other dogs and hiking. He is well socialized to play with all sizes of dogs. Currently I am available for dog walks and dog sit at your home when you're away. I would like to meet you and your dog first to set expectations and ensure you will feel comfortable leaving your furbaby in my care. I am currently working a flexible hybrid schedule where I split my time working in the office and my home, so your dog is never left alone for more than 4-6 hours at a time. I take their safety very seriously. I don't leave any foods out in plain sight. I always lock doors when coming in and out of the house, and I always leash them when we're out in public.

Sitter Profile Image: Madison H.
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Madison H.
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$75
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1 repeat client
12 years of experience
Marrion, vancouver, WA, 98664

About: I've taken care of lots of pets through my years and I love every second of it! I'm very compassionate and very big on loving your furry friends and caring for them while you're away. Always open to every type of animal, even our scaly friends too. I'm always up for the job when it comes to our lovely best friends to be able to let them have the best experience they can get. Im always available ! every day has something going on. grooming, walking, play times, and its awesome! if I'm not walking an animal or grooming them I'm hanging out with them or showing them new places they have never been before or having different experiences everyday. I always give them love every second i get, always will be respectful to not only the animal but the owner as well and things that are set for me to do with their loved ones, and to show that they are well taken care of when you're away from home

Sitter Profile Image: Melanie L.
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Melanie L.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
15 years of experience
Portland, OR, 97239

About: I recently restarted providing pet services. Most of my experience is with small and medium dogs, especially seniors who need a little extra patience and gentle care. I’ve cared for multiple dogs at once, provided daily walks, and made sure they feel comfortable and loved while their owners are away. While I don’t have direct experience with cats yet, I’m very open to learning and eager to provide them with the same level of care. I’m also new to house sitting, but I’m highly responsible, follow directions carefully, and will always treat your home with the same respect and care I give my own. I do have a full time hybrid job, we can discuss a schedule if needed. I do come with a little senior, blind sidekick. He is very mild manner and chill but can not be left alone and therefore, we are a package deal. If this works for you please reach out. Familiarize myself with your home, your pets needs any instructions left and ask questions if I’m not sure, So I can provide the best care.

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Julie N.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
1 repeat client
25 years of experience
Portland, OR, 97202

“We couldn’t have asked for a better dog sitter! Julie took such wonderful care of our puppy, and gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. She kept us updated with photos and messages, and it was obvious he was getting plenty of love, attention, and care.”

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Erich & Sarah L.
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$64
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 119 reviews
22 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Portland, OR, 97217

“These two are the absolute BEST. They’ve watched my frenchie a number of times and take the absolute best care of him. Not only that, they take great pics of him and my house is spotless every time I come home.”

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Stephanie A.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
10 years of experience
camas, WA, 98607

About: We are a husband-wife team that both work from home and love dogs and cats. We walk our dog(s) daily for a 3 to 4 mile walk, and shorter routes can be done for dogs that can't go long distance. Happy to house sit your fur baby/babies or just provide breaks for your pup or feed the cat. Our motto is... A tired dog is a good dog! We have flexible schedules. We are comfortable with giving meds if needed. Good with large breeds and light training during walks. Happy to reinforce whatever training / skills you are working on. We sometimes foster dogs, so schedule can be unpredictable at times. We both work from home currently, so have the ability to do drop-in visits morning, afternoon or evening. Soon-to-be retired for one of us, so that will increase availability quite a bit. We are not currently offering boarding in our home due to having a dog-selective large breed at this time. Happy to pet-sit in your home, usually just one of us.

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$29
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10 years of experience
Buckman, Portland, OR, 97214

About: Hello! :) I run a studio called Puppies & Painting, previously managing Puppies & Yoga. Every weekend I care for (alongside another staff member) up to 14 puppies for 8 hours at a time. I’ve worked with dogs of all sizes, breeds, and personalities. From playing at the park or a long hike to a specific medication schedule, i’m here for all their needs :) I’m currently running a Puppies & Painting studio on Saturdays and part time during the week as an art teacher at an afterschool arts program. My goal is to be a full time animal nanny 🫶🏻 I live in an apartment with my partner and cat. My cat is very shy and will mind her own business when another animal enters our space. I spend a lot of time outside, whether your animal likes long walks or sitting in a park for hours - i’m here to accommodate for their needs :)

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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
35 years of experience
Portland, OR, 97218

“Linda was a fantastic sitter, we appreciated her excellent communication and perfect follow through, with all the complications of our trip it was so nice knowing that our pups and home were cared for so well. Linda was above and beyond and will be our go to for all future plans. Thank you Linda!”

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Farah Q.
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$97
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10 years of experience
White Salmon, WA, 98672

About: I have pet sit and house sit for a short and extended period of time with experience caring for dogs and cats (from 8lbs to 100lbs pet). I have experience caring for a puppy, senior dog, senior cat, pets with separation anxiety, and administering medication for the pets that I'm looking after. I also have experience taking care of multiple pets including dog/cat mix household. I'm an active person with deep care for animals and the earth. I'm gentle and patient with the pets that I take care of, and they're my top priority when caring for them. Your pet will get all the love and attention (or space if they prefer that) when I care for them. I'm a Life Designer and running my own business allows me to have the flexibility of time and location. I work remotely and currently nomadic based in the PNW. I work for a few hours a day and manage my own schedule. When caring for pets in my client's home, the comfort, safety, and happiness of the pets I'm caring for is my priority. I'm also a responsible homeowner, so I take care of my client's house just like my own. When I spend overnight to house/pet sit, my clients can expect coming home to a happy pets that are well-cared-for and a clean house! I'm communicative and organized, I send regular text/photo/video updates to my clients about their pets that I'm looking after.

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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Northwest, Portland, OR, 97205

“Brandon is amazing! I’m so glad I found him on Rover. I’m pretty apprehensive about who cares for my frenchie but he exceeded my expectations.”

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Ashley was amazing and my pets definitely gave their stamp of approval. I so appreciated all of the updates, photos, and videos! I'm pretty sure my dog thought he was having the best adventures with her and was sad to see her go!

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As of November 2026, there are 3,464 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Dodson. 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 Dodson 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 Dodson 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.

Tip: 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 Dodson 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 Dodson. On Rover:

  • 90% 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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