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Sitter Profile Image: Summer H.
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Summer H.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
97 reviews
40 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Cleveland Heights, Lakeland, FL, 33803

Summer was absolutely amazing with our little girl, Bella, who is it puppy. Also, she just lost her brother, and was very commanding from losing a booking of two dogs down to one dog. On top of that, we had to readjust our schedule, and again was very accommodating to our circumstances! Hands-down for this dog sitter who went above, and beyond taking care of our little girl! I highly recommend her!!

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Ginger L.
Sitter Profile Image: Joanne R.
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Joanne R.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
74 reviews
25 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33801

Absolutely wonderful! I was so relaxed knowing my fur baby was being well taken care of! Joanne sent pictures and videos to let me know how he was doing. I will definitely book again and highly recommend her service.

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Cathy B.
Sitter Profile Image: Briana S.
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Briana S.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
322 reviews
123 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33809

It was our first time booking with Briana and we can tell our girl had a great time with her. We received pictures and an update, which was greatly appreciated. I will most definitely book with her again.

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Brandi L.
Sitter Profile Image: Danieris & Julian S.
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Danieris & Julian S.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
11 repeat clients
15 years of experience
New Jersey Rd, Lakeland, FL, 33803

Danieris and Julian are a wonderful and kind couple. They welcomed my dog and communicated regularly about his stay and questions. I would absolutely use them again.

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Jayna C.
Sitter Profile Image: Christian W.
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Christian W.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
66 reviews
28 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33813

What a great sitter! Don't hesitate to choose Christian for your furry baby's sitter. He kept up with pics and info during my dog's stay. He's first on my list next time I need a sitter.

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The M.
Sitter Profile Image: Vanessa H.
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Vanessa H.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
66 reviews
19 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33805

Vanessa and her family did an amazing job taking care of my fur baby Fazo (husky) not only did she send lots of pictures, videos and updates she also informed me of any mood changes on my baby. I felt very at ease and relaxed knowing he was with the best care. I highly recommend her to anyone who has to leave their fur babies for a couple days. I will definitely be rebooking her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Angela & Jorge G.
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Angela & Jorge G.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33811

Angela and Jorge were so good with our poodle Bailey! They made us feel comfortable in their home and Bailey to feel welcome. The communication was superb and we felt she was well cared-for and happy. We will definitely use them again.

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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
84 reviews
18 repeat clients
16 years of experience
North Lake Wire, Lakeland, FL, 33815

Fantastic. I will continue to book through Angelica. She went above and beyond in every way imaginable. Plus she only houses non-reactive dogs, so the pictures and videos (there were plenty) were of him socializing and having some much needed playtime. If you have the option choose Angelica she is the perfect sitter.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brittanie C.
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Brittanie C.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
6 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33810

Did Ella enjoy their time with Brittanie? I'm glad you asked. Not only our first booking through Rover but the very first time we have left our precious Ella with family. Today it feels like Brittanie is family. She took wonderful care of Ella and was in constant communication with updates and photos. It made us very comfortable to know she was in great hands. We can highly recommend her for your pets to, just be warned, they will become family just as Ella has. She can't wait until her next visit.

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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 had an amazing experience with Angie! She truly has a deep love and care for dogs, and she made my dog feel completely comfortable during his stay. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing he was in such loving hands while I was out of town. Angie is someone I genuinely trust, and I’m so grateful I found her. 10/10 experience! I will definitely be booking with Ms. Angie again!

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Breona S.
Sitter Profile Image: James T.
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James T.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
37 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33803

This was our first time using James’s for our fur babies and both Winston and Bella just fell into a routine and made themselves right at home! He did a great job entertaining both of our dogs at the same time and loving them equally. They have different foods, and he was able to take care of each of them as they needed to be taken care of. Also, he mentioned that he would keep in touch and send pictures. He absolutely did a great job letting us know how our babies were doing even within a couple hours of dropping them off, and letting us see that they were getting the love and attention they needed. I highly recommend him, and we will use him again in the future!

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Ginger L.
Sitter Profile Image: Cherisse L.
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Cherisse L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
22 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Edgewood, Lakeland, FL, 33803

Cherisse was great, she gave me consistent updates with pictures and treated my dog like family. I was nervous leaving my dog behind but Cherisse always made me feel like he was in great hands. When I picked him up she had given him a bath and had a cute bandanna on him. I will definitely be contacting her again when I need a sitter. Thank you again Cherisse you and your husband where great !

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Karen J.
Sitter Profile Image: Maya S.
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Maya S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
11 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33811

Buddy loves Maya and Kevin! They take such good care of our furry boy when we travel. We can’t recommend them enough! They are absolutely excellent, kind, understanding and communicative. You will be so happy you chose them!

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Kristen W.
Sitter Profile Image: Matt & Nicole L.
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Matt & Nicole L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
108 reviews
39 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Mulberry, FL, 33860

Matt and Nicole were amazing! They sent pics and videos everyday. Mollie seemed so happy, I was afraid she wouldn't want to come home!🤣 It was my first time with rover and went so smoothly; was a very positive experience!! Would definitely recommend 👌

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Lisa P.
Sitter Profile Image: Susan W.
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Susan W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
173 reviews
64 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33810

Susan took our fur babies for us on shirt notice and was awesome! She sent pictures of all of them everyday which helped us with OUR separation anxiety!

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Cherri L.
Sitter Profile Image: Megan K.
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Megan K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
208 reviews
63 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33811

Very thoughtful and communicative. Sent pictures everyday of our pup for a longer boarding stay. Very friendly and flexible with her schedule. I would highly recommend her services!

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Michael M.
Sitter Profile Image: Megan G.
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Megan G.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
lakeland, FL, 33810

My senior dog and young cat were very well taken care of. Received daily pictures and updates. Was allowed to bring my cat’s kitty condo because that is where she feels safe. She gave my dog’s pills as prescribed. Highly recommend. They had a 9 day stay.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sydney N.
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Sydney N.
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$30
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10 years of experience
South Lake Morton, Lakeland, FL, 33801

About: As an experienced and trustworthy dog caregiver, I provide attentive, reliable care tailored to each dog’s unique needs. With a strong background in dog nutrition and firsthand experience caring for a special-needs pup of my own, I understand the importance of patience, compassion, and individualized attention. Whether it’s playtime, walks, or specialized care, I treat every dog as if they were my own. I’m currently working at home so I’ll have plenty of time to care for your pup! I will make sure to stick to your pups routine. In my home, pets are welcomed into a safe, loving environment where they’re treated like family. I will send daily pictures and updates. I follow their usual routines as closely as possible, including feeding schedules, exercise, playtime, and any special instructions. I have 2 friendly pups that your pup can play with!

Sitter Profile Image: Shelisha F.
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Shelisha F.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Crystal Lake, Lakeland, FL, 33801

They saved our Christmas! Our dog sitter for a family trip canceled at 9pm on Christmas Eve, and Shelisha responded promptly on Christmas morning, making it so we could take our kids up north to see their grandparents.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kevin D.
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Kevin D.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
12 years of experience
Lakeland, FL, 33801

Kevin has been wonderful….He keeps me updated, and even in my exhaustive busy time traveling it puts a smile on my face and an added relief knowing Maxx is in good hands! Maxx even got a buddy in the way of Kevin’s husky and they go to the dog park to play and also share fun with Kevin’s family!

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Patricia R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

James is awesome! This was our first time leaving Copper for more than an afternoon and James put us right at ease. He sent pictures and videos so we knew our puppy was having a great time. Will definitely be using his services again ❤️

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Caleb G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Angelica was wonderful. Copper was well cared for and we believe that he thoroughly enjoyed being there. I would highly recommend Angelica and look forward to using her services again.

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Jane G.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Summer was great with my dog! She took pictures and let me know how she was doing during her stay. I plan on using her again.

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Rick B.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

This was our first time using Rover so I was very nervous. We all know our pets are our babies! Our Zoro fell in LOVE with Danieris and Julia instantly and that alone calmed my nerves. They sent updates the whole time and expressed how much they enjoyed him. I would book with them everytime if I have the choice.

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Melanie B.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Malia was wonderful with our big fur baby, she was very loving & sent lots of pictures, took him on walks, and gave him a lot of attention, we will definitely be using her again as a dog sitter!! Loved her!!

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Penny A.
Boarding
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.
Boarding
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.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kimberly B and her husband were excellent hosts for my 11 yr old fur baby. It was evident that he was comfortable with both of them and felt right at home. Updates and photos were provided during his stay.

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Lj J.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Maria took great care of Loki! Communication was excellent throughout the stay, and she made sure he was treated with so much kindness and attention. I really appreciated how well she looked after him, Loki was happy and comfortable the whole time. I would definitely book with her again! 🐾💙

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Mariana V.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

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.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Niles just loved Sia so much! He’s not fond of everyone, but she is a real dog person. We will be calling her again when we need a sitter for him. Highly recommended!

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Regina G.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kevin has been wonderful….He keeps me updated, and even in my exhaustive busy time traveling it puts a smile on my face and an added relief knowing Maxx is in good hands! Maxx even got a buddy in the way of Kevin’s husky and they go to the dog park to play and also share fun with Kevin’s family!

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Patricia R.
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Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Downtown.

Rover makes it easy to find Downtown dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:

  • Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
  • Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
  • Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets

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We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.