Dog Sitting in El Portal
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Top rated El Portal dog sitters
“Kingston has great communication, notifies after each visit with notes and images. Very kind with my dogs, can’t wait to work with him again!”
“Samantha took great care of my two cats and always kept me updated on how they were doing. You can tell she truly loves animals, even my nervous cat was comfortable with her. Highly recommend!”
“Alyiah was amazing! I hope I have the opportunity to book her again. She dropped and took great care of my cats. Making sure they were fed, they had water, had their litter box clean. She even threw out the litter bags so the house would smell. She played with my cats and was great communicating throughout the whole process. Thank you so much Alyiah for making me feel so comfortable and making this whole experience so much better!”
About: I want to do what I have always done for my family and friends, for love and because I love them, I have always been the person they trusted to take care of them, here I have the opportunity to make a living from it and it generates a lot of happiness for me. I work as a host 4 days a week in the morning, usually from Saturday to Tuesday, the rest of the week I am free. It is an apartment in a complex, it has fences, in my apartment I have no pets, no cages, and I live with my wife, no children.
“This is our second time booking with Allegra while we were away. She has been communicative and the cats love her. Definitely recommend having her as a sitter :)”
“Maryjane was awesome!! She did a few drop-in visits and made sure our cat was well taken care of while we were on vacation. Would 100% recommend her and will be using her again!!”
About: Dogs have always been a part of my life. I’ve taken care of my own pets as well as the dogs of friends and neighbors. I have a deep understanding of their behavior, habits, and care, and I’m familiar with basic training techniques. I currently live with my 10-year-old dog who is calm, friendly, and gets along well with others. At home, I offer a safe, quiet, and loving environment for boarding and doggy day care — perfect for dogs who enjoy a calm atmosphere and lots of attention. I also offer drop-in visits, depending on your pet’s needs. I treat every dog as if they were my own — with patience, care, and love. I’m happy to follow your dog’s routine, give updates and photos, and make sure your pup feels secure and comfortable 🐶 I currently work part time and have time in the afternoon that I would love to give to your pets. I can walk and play with your pet In addition to walks I can feed the pets, also prepare meals. I can administer medication if needed. I can put the dog in a carrier or cage if needed
About: I’ve cared for dogs of all sizes and temperaments since I was 14, including playful puppies and shy seniors. Friends and family trust me to walk, feed, bathe, and love their pets like my own. I work full-time overnight shifts from Saturday through Tuesday, but I’m available for pet care during the day after work and fully available Wednesday through Friday. Whether it’s boarding, drop-ins, or walks, I’ll make sure your pup gets the love and attention they need. I’m happy to host sleepovers and can adjust to your dog’s needs. I live in a pet-friendly apartment with a quiet environment and a nice park nearby for regular walks and playtime. I don’t have any pets of my own, so your dog will get all the attention! I’m happy to let dogs relax on the couch or bed, and I can follow any crate training, feeding, or medication routines you provide to keep your pup safe and comfortable.
About: With my experience I offer top-notch care for your beloved pets. From walks to cuddles, I ensure they feel loved and secure while you’re away. I work remote with a flexible schedule. I can take them on walks and visit them in the morning, midday and night also on weekends. I live in a secured building with front desk. I’m a very careful person. I would make sure of the utmost safety for your pet
About: I have taken care of all types of pets my entire life. Growing up in upstate NY, we had a lot of space for animals. Comfortable with large dogs, smalls dogs, and have had cats my entire life. I am currently a parent to two beautiful kitties. I am currently a Personal Trainer so I love to take dogs on runs! Depending on the days I have loads of availability. Mondays & Thursdays 5:30am-10am Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays After 3pm I have two cats that live with me and are very dog friendly as well as people friendly. Love to take dogs on walks around my neighborhood which is very safe and off of any major roads.
“Mike was an amazing caregiver for my 2 senior pups! I would absolutely recommend!”
About: Over the last 25 years I've taken care of my own & friends' dogs, cats and fish. They've all lived happy, long and loving lives. I'm available weekly to care for clients' dogs, cats and fish. This is what I do for a living and it's extremely rewarding for me. I visit clients' homes and care for their sweet pets by paying close attention to their needs and behavior to make sure they stay healthy.
“This was my first time using Rover and Lissmay made it very simple. She was flexible with the instructions I gave her and had fast response time. She updated me about her visits and even offered to clean up spilled soil from a plant one of my cats knocked over. Thanks, Lissmay! Will likely book again.”
“Punctual and friendly!”
About: Big animal lover! I have 2 rescues currently at home and I’ve had every animal from birds and turtles to cats and dogs. I am very reliable and don’t worry I will send you constant picture updates on your fur baby! I pet care fits into my current schedule easily. I will be going away to university in September so I have a bunch of free time currently :) I want to make sure to get all the information needed from the parents to make sure the fur baby does not feel uncomfortable with me, I have a very skiddish pup so I know how difficult it can be for them to get used to new people.
“Emily was awesome! She saved me with a last minute booking and took great care of my animals. Easy communication and spent extra time keeping them company. Highly recommend!”
“Shyann took wonderful care of our dog Ellie! She was very thorough and communicative. It was nice knowing that we could rely on someone to such good care of Ellie. We will definitely be using Shyann again!”
“Hali is very reliable and does well with my high energy, big dog”
About: As a dog owner myself, I understand firsthand the care and attention pets truly need. What sets me apart is my commitment to treating every pet like my own, ensuring they feel loved and safe in your absence. I provide personalized attention and am always reliable, so you can have peace of mind while you’re away! I'm currently fully dedicated to Pet sitting, Dog walking services, in-house visits, leash training. Providing services 10-11 hours a day, starting at 8am until 10pm. I live in a fenced in community, I do not walk any pets off the leash. Also, if requested by pet owner I can crate as well.
About: I have has different kind of pets throughout the life, I love them and I’m willing to give them care, love and all they need I’m currently working part time, so I’ll have plenty of time to play with your pups! I’m available for boarding on weekends, and weekdays after 5pm I live in a comfortable and spacious apartment, they can play and stay here without problems, beside is there a dog park back to the apartment building
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Kingston H.
“Kingston has great communication, notifies after each visit with notes and images. Very kind with my dogs, can’t wait to work with him again!”
Samantha H.Star Sitter
“Samantha took great care of my two cats and always kept me updated on how they were doing. You can tell she truly loves animals, even my nervous cat was comfortable with her. Highly recommend!”
Alyiah H.Star Sitter
“Alyiah was amazing! I hope I have the opportunity to book her again. She dropped and took great care of my cats. Making sure they were fed, they had water, had their litter box clean. She even threw out the litter bags so the house would smell. She played with my cats and was great communicating throughout the whole process. Thank you so much Alyiah for making me feel so comfortable and making this whole experience so much better!”
Paula S.
“My pug just loves pau, she’s been taking mg care of him every time I leave the city or simply when I don’t have time to walk him. She’s very friendly, caring and most of all very responsible and professional. I’d recommend her always ❤️”
Allegra G.Star Sitter
“This is our second time booking with Allegra while we were away. She has been communicative and the cats love her. Definitely recommend having her as a sitter :)”
Juanita "Maryjane" P.
“Maryjane was awesome!! She did a few drop-in visits and made sure our cat was well taken care of while we were on vacation. Would 100% recommend her and will be using her again!!”
Oleksandra A.
About: Dogs have always been a part of my life. I’ve taken care of my own pets as well as the dogs of friends and neighbors. I have a deep understanding of their behavior, habits, and care, and I’m familiar with basic training techniques. I currently live with my 10-year-old dog who is calm, friendly, and gets along well with others. At home, I offer a safe, quiet, and loving environment for boarding and doggy day care — perfect for dogs who enjoy a calm atmosphere and lots of attention. I also offer drop-in visits, depending on your pet’s needs. I treat every dog as if they were my own — with patience, care, and love. I’m happy to follow your dog’s routine, give updates and photos, and make sure your pup feels secure and comfortable 🐶 I currently work part time and have time in the afternoon that I would love to give to your pets. I can walk and play with your pet In addition to walks I can feed the pets, also prepare meals. I can administer medication if needed. I can put the dog in a carrier or cage if needed
Emily O.
About: I’ve cared for dogs of all sizes and temperaments since I was 14, including playful puppies and shy seniors. Friends and family trust me to walk, feed, bathe, and love their pets like my own. I work full-time overnight shifts from Saturday through Tuesday, but I’m available for pet care during the day after work and fully available Wednesday through Friday. Whether it’s boarding, drop-ins, or walks, I’ll make sure your pup gets the love and attention they need. I’m happy to host sleepovers and can adjust to your dog’s needs. I live in a pet-friendly apartment with a quiet environment and a nice park nearby for regular walks and playtime. I don’t have any pets of my own, so your dog will get all the attention! I’m happy to let dogs relax on the couch or bed, and I can follow any crate training, feeding, or medication routines you provide to keep your pup safe and comfortable.
fanny g.
About: With my experience I offer top-notch care for your beloved pets. From walks to cuddles, I ensure they feel loved and secure while you’re away. I work remote with a flexible schedule. I can take them on walks and visit them in the morning, midday and night also on weekends. I live in a secured building with front desk. I’m a very careful person. I would make sure of the utmost safety for your pet
Zoey J.
About: I have taken care of all types of pets my entire life. Growing up in upstate NY, we had a lot of space for animals. Comfortable with large dogs, smalls dogs, and have had cats my entire life. I am currently a parent to two beautiful kitties. I am currently a Personal Trainer so I love to take dogs on runs! Depending on the days I have loads of availability. Mondays & Thursdays 5:30am-10am Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays After 3pm I have two cats that live with me and are very dog friendly as well as people friendly. Love to take dogs on walks around my neighborhood which is very safe and off of any major roads.
Michael M.
“Mike was an amazing caregiver for my 2 senior pups! I would absolutely recommend!”
Carmen D.
“Carmen is the sweetest and comforting caregiver you could ever ask for. We always feel super comfortable and confident that our furry friends are in loving hands when we are away, or when they go for a walk.”
Lissmay G.
“This was my first time using Rover and Lissmay made it very simple. She was flexible with the instructions I gave her and had fast response time. She updated me about her visits and even offered to clean up spilled soil from a plant one of my cats knocked over. Thanks, Lissmay! Will likely book again.”
Alyssa Q.
“Punctual and friendly!”
Meda J.
“Meda was amazing with our dog. He is older and can be grumpy but when he’s around Meda he becoming like a little pup. We love how Meda cares for him like hes her own. Every time we travel my heart is at peace knowing our dog is with Meda”
Emily R.
“Emily was awesome! She saved me with a last minute booking and took great care of my animals. Easy communication and spent extra time keeping them company. Highly recommend!”
Shyann E.Star Sitter
“Shyann took wonderful care of our dog Ellie! She was very thorough and communicative. It was nice knowing that we could rely on someone to such good care of Ellie. We will definitely be using Shyann again!”
Hali N.
“Hali is very reliable and does well with my high energy, big dog”
Leslia S.
“I have known Leslia for over 5 years. There is no question of Leslia’s trustworthiest and her love of animals. She is not only knowledgeable on animal behaviours, but also reliable, efficient and devoted. She followed our instructions on point for Jana’s feeding due to her special diet and medicines. She is available to work around my schedule and on short notice. Very glad to have her looking after our furry friend.”
Arnaldo H.
“Arnaldo was a very responsible person when taking care of my Kia dog. He has taken care of her on many occasions and my dog enjoys her stay very much, he sends me photos to see her and gives her a lot of love. I recommend it 100% and the next time I travel I will leave it with him because it is a good place for my beloved dog. Thanks Arnaldo.”
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog sitters about your booking. Typically, dog sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from dog sitter to dog sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing dog sitters available in El Portal.
Rover makes it easy to find El Portal dog sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star dog 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 sitting is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Dog parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their dog sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
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