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Sitter Profile Image: Shanisa J.
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Shanisa J.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
68 reviews
20 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

Shanisa has both boarded my dogs and did a drop in when I was late for a dinner. She is reliable and makes sure to center the comfort of my pups. She understands that my dogs are my world and treats them well.

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Vanessa D.
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Erin M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

Erin did great with my puppy!!! Great communication!

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Jaime L.
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Christa M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
16 repeat clients
29 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19801

Christa was wonderful! She takes pet care very seriously and constantly kept us updated on how our cat was doing while we were out of town with pictures and check-ins about his behavior. 10/10 will hire again. ?

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Stephanie B.
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Sabrina B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
8 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19806

Sabrina was fantastic! Really appreciated her help and she was great with the kitties and their meds.

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Alexandra K.
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Joseph G.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
356 reviews
99 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

Joseph was very professional and fully capable of caring for my precious Pittie in my absence. I was very worried at first as this was my first time but Joseph made sure to send me updates (pictures & videos) to keep me in the loop during time of care. I would highly recommend his services and will be utilizing his services as well in the future. My dog bonded with him very early on which made it much easier for all of us. Kudos Joseph!

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Jesse P.
Sitter Profile Image: Shannon M.
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Shannon M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

You always worry when you get a new pet sitter. My regular sitter was out of town. I returned to Rover to hire Shannon and she was amazing ! I know my cats are kinda untrusting with new people ( except one of them ). Shannon followed all my instructions, gave me photo updates and my kitties & I are super happy! Would hire her again in a heartbeat. Thank you so much for amazing house visits Shannon! 💕

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Katherine H.
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Colleen R.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
72 reviews
32 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19803

Colleen is fantastic!!! I have three cats and one dog, two of which are older and one is reluctant to eat and requires medication. I was super nervous to leave them especially since my older cat will just decide not to eat if any tiny thing changes in his routine. Colleen is an absolute star. She got right in and dealt with all of my pets’ individual needs as well as MY anxieties, lists and stickynotes. I got multiple texts with every single visit and she responded to MY texts immediately. I could tell with every photo or text she sent that my furbabes were getting excellent care. I definitely look forward to trusting Colleen with my furchildren again! ?

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Jennifer B.
Sitter Profile Image: Toni P.
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Toni P.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
123 reviews
36 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

I W3S VERY nervous about leaving my dogs in the care of someone as well as allowing someone into my house while I was not there. My dogs immediately came up to her during our meet and greet. She took great care of my dogs while I was away. She sent tons of pictures and she responded quickly to any messages that I sent. She left my dogs and house in perfect shape. I will definitely rebook when I go out of town again! Thank you again Toni!

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Sitter Profile Image: Joyce H.
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Joyce H.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
6 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

Joyce was very thorough with each visit. She took photos and gave great feedback at each check-in. I will be having her come again to check-in on my cat while I’m away.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jordana C.
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Jordana C.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
55 reviews
16 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19802

Jordana connected with my kitty right away and took great care of her. She is very dependable, takes great pictures to share with me and handles the feeding, playing and litter box with love. Highly recommend her for your pet care!

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Elaine O.
Sitter Profile Image: Adriene T.
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Adriene T.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
20 repeat clients
39 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19808

Adriene was AMAZING with our two dogs, Chole and Luna! She gave them such love and attention. She communicated with us while we were away. This made us feel so comfortable. We knew they girls were being well cared for. We highly recommed Adriene!

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Sitter Profile Image: John A.
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John A.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
202 reviews
29 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Hockessin, DE, 19707

John took his time meeting my pittie get used to him. He even took her for a walk. I’m very impressed!! Thanks John for giving my girl the attention she craves!

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Hilda M.
Sitter Profile Image: Kara G.
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Kara G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
138 reviews
36 repeat clients
5 years of experience
New Castle, DE, 19720

We are SO happy with the job Kara did! She did a fantastic job. We loved all the pictures, updates, questions and everything. She was on top of it and she asked great questions. We really appreciate the work she did. This was our first time using Rover and meeting with Kara, I knew right away we could trust her with our animals. She’s awesome! Highly recommend! Our cats loved her. Also, our one cat Umbreon is a bit timid around strangers but he LOVED her right away. Five stars!

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Sitter Profile Image: Stephanie Z.
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Stephanie Z.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
9 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

Stephanie was my first pet sitter with Rover, and I was really apprehensive about leaving my cat for 2 weeks. Stephanie not only went above and beyond to reassure me, but she was flexible with the booking and checking on my house while I was away. She provided detailed updates with plenty of pictures, followed all instructions, and exceeded expectations. My normally skittish cat took to Stephanie immediately, which I know had to do with Stephanie, because she didn’t come out for anyone else that stopped by the house. I had a wonderful experience, and would definitely request Stephanie for any future pet sitting needs.

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Sitter Profile Image: Chyann S.
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Chyann S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
15 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

About: I’m a devout animal lover with three dogs of my own including a senior and one cat. My dogs range in age from 5-11 and weights of 11lbs to 55lbs. My cat is 7 years old and a tabby. I will care for your pet like its my own. I work remote but I’m available in the morning, some afternoons, evenings and weekends for drop-ins, walks, etc. I understand that you may have urgent needs to so I can adjust my schedule (where available) to accommodate. I always check the outside first when I’m doing a drop in to make sure its safe for the dog to go out. With cats, I like to sit with them for a bit to give them a chance to feel me out before I feed them. If we’re walking, I will find out from the owner what are the suggested routes so that the dog feels comfortable.

Sitter Profile Image: Courtney H.
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Courtney H.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
17 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Historic New Castle, DE, 19720

Courtney was awesome! Caring, attentive and right on time. Our pup loved her and It was just what he needed to get out of the house and explore in the middle of the day! Thank you Courtney!

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Sitter Profile Image: Taylor P.
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Taylor P.
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$15
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15 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19804

About: As a pet caregiver, I focus on more than just feeding and walking—I build trust, comfort, and real connection with every animal I care for. I take the time to understand each pet’s unique personality, routines, and needs, offering personalized attention. Whether it’s extra playtime, gentle reassurance, or thoughtful updates to keep you in the loop, I treat every pet as if they’re my own. With me, your pet receives consistent, one-on-one care and genuine love—giving you peace of mind every time you’re away. I’ve had all types of animals growing up and would bring home all the strays. I currently work as a daycare teacher and get done at 2pm go home and let my own dogs out and then im ready to meet your loving animals you can book me from 3pm till 10pm I have a fenced in big backyard the dogs have plenty of room to run and have fun, play and use the bathroom as many times they need.

Sitter Profile Image: Sara C.
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Sara C.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
5 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19808

Sarah came highly recommended from our old sitter who is leaving town. She is kind, patient, and genuinely caring. Our dog felt comfortable and happy right away, which gave us total peace of mind at meet and greet. Such a nice, trustworthy person—we’d absolutely book her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jeannette F.
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Jeannette F.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
89 reviews
24 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19802

Jeannette took so much time to care for Kingsley, our older dog. He was happy to see her, and she gave us great updates on his care while we were out of town. Jeannette was clearly patient and so kind to our boy. Thank you!!

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Sarah M.
Sitter Profile Image: Angelica J.
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Angelica J.
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$20
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15 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

About: What sets me apart is the calm, safe, and loving environment I provide for every pet I care for. Animals naturally tend to feel comfortable around me, and I take pride in building trust with them through patience, attention, and affection. I have experience caring for pets of all ages, from playful kittens and puppies to senior pets who may need extra patience and gentle care. I pay close attention to each pet’s unique personality, energy level, and needs so they feel secure, happy, and well cared for while their owners are away. I truly enjoy spending quality time with animals, whether that’s active playtime, relaxing cuddles, or simply keeping them company and making them feel loved. Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine because I work from home as an online tutor. My flexible schedule allows me to give pets attention before, after, and in between tutoring sessions throughout the day. I genuinely enjoy spending time with animals, whether that means relaxing indoors with cuddles and companionship or getting outside for walks, playtime, fresh air, and exercise. Caring for pets is something I truly enjoy, and I love making sure they feel comfortable, loved, and well cared for while their owners are away. Safety and comfort are always my top priorities when caring for pets in both my home and a client’s home. I make sure pets are always supervised, secure, and in a calm environment where they can feel safe and relaxed. When outdoors, I stay very aware of our surroundings and communicate carefully with others before allowing any interactions with people or other animals. I always prioritize safe walks, playtime, and exercise. Indoors, I make sure the environment is clean and pet-safe by keeping anything potentially harmful out of reach. I also pay close attention to each pet’s behavior and body language to ensure they are comfortable, happy, and enjoying their time with me. My goal is to provide loving, attentive care so pets feel safe, cared for, and at home while their owners are away.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend Michelle! She’s basically family now, like a cool aunt to Niangao. She is so attentive to his needs, and my cat completely loves her. It gives me such peace of mind knowing he’s in her hands. Will definitely be booking her again!

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Congli m.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Тогда просто заменим имя: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We are extremely happy with the care Toni provided for our dog and cat while we were away. From the photos and updates she sent, it was clear that both of our pets felt comfortable and safe with her. Our dog looked happy and relaxed, and what impressed us the most was our cat. She is usually very shy and does not let anyone pet her, but she trusted Toni and even allowed her to pet her. That alone says a lot about the kindness, patience, and genuine connection Toni has with animals. Throughout our entire vacation, we felt completely at ease knowing our pets were in such good hands. Finding someone you can truly trust with your animals and your home is incredibly important, and Toni gave us that peace of mind. We are very grateful for the excellent care she provided and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and trustworthy pet sitter. Thank you, Toni! ❤️🐶🐱 Tatiana & Nikita

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Tatiana M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Carmen is phenomenal! She is communicative, timely, and thoughtful during her visits. One of my kitties is very shy and hides whenever new people arrive. She was patient and sat with her until she came out for some love. Another one of the cats needed medicine for anxiety and she was able to give him his meds without any issue. Our dog loves her as well and is always so excited to see her. I’m so glad we found Carmen!

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Joelle H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Absolutely fantastic and reliable. Niles was super excited to get pets and a friendly face. Thank you again. Until next time. Eric

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Eric & John P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Eve was wonderful with our cat children! She provided detailed updates each day with lots of great photos which we appreciated. She ensured our cats received their medicine and supplements as prescribed. Would highly recommend!

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Sarah H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Liz was great! She gave lots of updates and sent us lots of pictures and we felt very comfortable leaving our kitties with her!

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Emily C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jamie is amazing! So trustworthy, readily available, genuinely caring about the pets he’s looking after & just all around great! I’ve used him a couple times now and am looking forward to using his services again going forward! He send pics and updates with every visit even without request. My cat got anxiety while I was away and he tried to do what he could to help & asked for updates about her afterwards!

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Brittany M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Joelle always takes great care of our two cats. She is reliable, thoughtful, and overall a wonderful sitter! I highly recommend her and hope she is available whenever I need a sitter again.

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Periann D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you so much for always showing up for little bear, this weekend I had a major family emergency and you were able to show up next day with no questions asked! You are the bomb and showed up for me and my little boy in such a pivotal time in my life, thank you Alex! <3

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Kyasia K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I reached out to Madelyn not too long before a long trip because my usual pet sitter was not available. She was fantastic! Lots of cute pictures and videos and some notes. Leia had lots of fun. Would definitely recommend her to friends and will come back in the future.

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Sarah J.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Mikayla made sure my Luna was taking her medicine everyday. She was even able to befriend my shy cat, Apollo. Definitely would recommend, I had no worries on my week vacation.

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Michael H.
Drop-In Visits
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Elsmere on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $23 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 763 cat sitters in Elsmere. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 90% of Elsmere cat sitters respond in under an hour.

Cat sitters in Elsmere have an average of 16 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in Elsmere.

Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Elsmere cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.

There are 763 cat sitters in Elsmere on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Elsmere, 93% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 94% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.

Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.

Note: If your cat 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 cat sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your cat sitter’s cancellation policy.