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Sitter Profile Image: Caterina M.
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Caterina M.
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$45
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 42 reviews
25 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Freeville, NY, 13068

“Caterina did a great job caring for my two boys. She’s got space for walks and room inside for resting. I think the dogs enjoyed their visit.”

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Lisa F.
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Andrea I.
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$58
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 62 reviews
14 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

“We had a lovely experience with Andrea! She was very easy to coordinate with and responded to communications promptly, and we returned to a happy and relaxed dog. Thank you again.”

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Corinne W.
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Peter & Megan K.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 year of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: I have had dogs and cats since I was a kid and have always enjoyed looking after and caring for animals. My girlfriend and I don't have any pets at the moment and have been housing our friends pets when they are traveling. Hoping to offer our comfortable house to other pets while their people are traveling! I currently work from 9-5 a short bus ride from my house. I have a lot of flexibility to go home for lunch during the day and check on our house guests. On the weekends we are usually around the house and enjoy going for walks along the gorge trails. We have a three-quarters fenced in backyard for quality fetch time and a large house for the pets to roam in. We have a very open living and dining room for running around and chasing toys! When I visit houses to check on pets I like to stay and play with them for a bit. Make sure they are comfortable and getting some fun in during the day!

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Rocio & Juan C.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

“Amazing!! My dog usually doesn’t eat when I leave her cause she’s very shy, first time she came home with a full tummy! Always updated me, went on walks and felt at homeee!:)”

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Maisha C.
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Yiqing L.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
10 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

“Yiqing and her husband took such great care of Sandy like he was their dog. He was shy at first as usual but warmed up and felt at home, I could see how happy he was when we picked him up. Great communication throughout. Thank you!”

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Meewa M.
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Susan T.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
13 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Groton, NY, 13073

“Susan is incredible and I'm so glad to have found someone my very anxious dog can feel comfortable with when I'm gone. Susan kept me updated (with pictures when Jade would cooperate) regularly and was kind and patient, even when Jade decided to turn up the dramatics. Would absolutely recommend for anyone with an anxious dog who needs a little extra love and care!”

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Brinna M.
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Sarah S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

“Sarah was awesome! She spoiled my pup while I was away for a few days. She asked very comforting questions to ensure he was taken care of. Would definitely recommend to anyone needing a dog sitter!”

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Emma B.
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$28
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5 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: I’ve been surrounded by furry family my whole life! I take their care very seriously. I have 2 furry babies of my own that love to meet new doggy friends. I can’t wait to meet you and your baby! I’m currently working part time as a nanny and have a lot of free time to spend with your pet! I’m open to special needs and specific care routines 😊 My dogs are my babies and I take so much care in making sure they are treated like it. I would love to treat yours the same!

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Ashley K.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 216 reviews
69 repeat clients
18 years of experience
McGraw, NY, 13101

“Ashley and Brian took such good care of our pup! This was his first time staying with a sitter and it was so nice to know we could completely trust that he would not only be safe and cared for, but also have fun and get lots of love from their family! Thank you for everything- Frankie can’t wait until next time :)”

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Alexis E.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
20 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: I’ve taken care of dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments, with different energy levels and needs for decades. I’ve volunteered for rescues and fostered puppies and seniors. I am comfortable administering meds, giving baths, working on manners, caring for reactive pups, and will go out of my way to meet your dog’s needs. My flexible schedule gives me plenty of time for long walks and playing with pups on both weekdays and weekends (yes, I am very lucky). I will follow your instructions carefully to make sure that your pet is happy and safe. A pet’s safety is always my number one priority.

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Jennifer L.
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$80
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
14 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Trumansburg, NY, 14886

“Jennifer's place was a haven for dogs who love to have easy access to the outdoors. My dog Kodi is 13 and now has some digestive challenges now. He's pretty cranky for a 9-pound ball of fluff and Jennifer kept him happy and exercised with multiple walks per day and lots of chances to explore outside. Kodi can be avoidant or sometimes fearful of larger dogs, but he seemed at ease interacting with the other pups he met during his stay. Jennifer was super flexible and accommodating, thank you!!”

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Emma V.
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$45
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5 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: I have a dog at home that is 5 years old that I take care of. I can provide medicine to any dog and can provide senior care also! I am currently working part time this summer. I am available weekly to walk and babysit dogs! I can also provide walks multiple times a day if needed I will take them for walks three times a day and will take them to a dog park. I also will let them sleep with me

Sitter Profile Image: Dina L.
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Dina L.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 44 reviews
18 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Lansing, NY, 14882

About: Pet care found ME... I did not find it. After cuddling with random dogs I'd meet on the street my whole life, someone finally asked me "Why don't you take care of pets professionally?" And thus a career was born (which I've adored ever since). I owned my own pet care company for over 15 years while living in NYC and NJ. Now, I’m based in Ithaca, and look forward to taking care of your fur baby! I am not working full time and have plenty of downtime. Thus, my schedule is super flexible and easily adjustable to your pet care needs! I treat all pets as if they were my own. I had a chow chow for many years, which was a member of our family and that is how I view ALL animals. They are part of our lives and our hearts and should be treated with just as much kindness and love as their human counterparts. Hospitality and pet care are my main sources of income. I work nights in hospitality, and my schedule is fairly flexible. I will always make every fur baby take care of my priority! I can take care of pets at your home or mine. I live in a three story/three bedroom townhouse, so there is plenty of room. The townhouse community sits on a big piece of open property. I absolutely LOVE playing with your pets--whether they are in my house or yours. I especially love giving them lots of love and affection!

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Shelby L.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Owego, NY, 13827

“Shelby was great! We had a relatively last minute booking and she was flexible and accommodating. She’s very on top of different needs and sent us pictures updates. Thank you so much, Shelby!”

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Megan T.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
10 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Homer, NY, 13077

“Charlie had a great time and Megan kept us updated with pictures. She was incredibly flexible with us. Will definitely reach out to Megan again when we need a sitter.”

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Mark Y.
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Bill & Emma M.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Montour Falls, NY, 14865

“Whether it is your first time using rover or 100th time using rover, if Bill and Emma are available look no further and book ASAP. It was our first time using Rover and we, and our 1 year old playful mutt could not have had a better experience. They were flexible, responsive and attentive. The only thing you’ll have to worry about it your pet not wanting to leave (kidding). Thank you Bill and Emma for a seamless experience, we hope our paths cross again!”

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Cristian R.
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$120
per night
4.8 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: Hello, I am an active individual who likes being out in nature and exploring the local outdoor areas. I would enjoy the opportunity to help care for your pet and would enjoy the company as well. I am employed full time as a PhD student at Cornell and am seeking a side job that I could enjoy as much as my current job. I live by myself in a quiet, smoke-free home with no other animals or children. I am in a pedestrian-friendly area with excellent scenery for walking. Because much of my work schedule is flexible, I will have time throughout the day to take care and spend time with your pet. I also have more availability on weekends. As an animal lover, I like to interact with dogs through play (tossing a ball, playing tug-of-war with a toy, running around outside) and relaxing with them and giving them pets.

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Marissa M.
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$30
per night
20 years of experience
Romulus, NY, 14541

About: I have taken care of dogs since I was 11 years old. It started with my family dog, along with family members dogs. I would walk them and feed them. I then got my own dogs that I do all care for. I started fostering with a local rescue in 2022. I’ve cared for dogs with medical issues. Anywhere from Seizure disorders, parasites and other various medical issues. I treat every dog that I care for as if they’re my own. I currently work full time, M-F 730a-330p. I am able to check in, walk, feed, etc, dogs before work, during my lunch and after work. I have 2 dogs of my own. We live in a 3 bedroom house. Unfortunately, I don’t have a fenced in yard. I do take my dogs on multiple walks everyday along with utilizing a tie out (if they want to stay out longer), and would do the same with yours, so they get some outside time.

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Forest Home is $50

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rocio and Juan were great! They sent us daily status updates and pictures of all the walks, playtime and cuddles with our pup. They really seem to enjoy watching our mini poodle and he seemed very happy with them. We will definitely reach out to them the next time we need a sitter.

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Andy A.
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Claudia provides such a wonderful home away from home for our dog. I know he’s always getting lots of affection and attention.

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Amanda G.
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Yiqing and her husband took such great care of Sandy like he was their dog. He was shy at first as usual but warmed up and felt at home, I could see how happy he was when we picked him up. Great communication throughout. Thank you!

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Meewa M.
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We had a wonderful experience working with Charlene. Her knowledge of dog training and experience put us at ease immediately, and she took affectionate and attentive care of our dog. It's obvious she really enjoys spending time with dogs and knows how to make them feel comfortable and well cared for. We would absolutely recommend her and hope to have her sit for us again!

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Amanda G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Haley and Anna did a wonderful job watching our miniature dachshund Clancy! He was loved on, cuddled, exercised, and saved the whole time. We felt great knowing that he was there. 10 out of 10.

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John O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My dog had an amazing experience with Kyle for 8 nights! They took wonderful care of my dog and gave him the cutest nickname They checked in regularly with photos and messages, so I always knew he was happy and comfortable. He came home perfectly healthy, relaxed, and clearly had a blast. I’d trust them with my dog again in a heartbeat, highly recommend.

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Kelly C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Olenka has always taken great care of our pets, for years now. This time, though, she went so far above and beyond - our old senior dog was having health issues in the middle of the night; we were camping and out of cell range. She brought him to the emergency vet and stayed up all night with him. We're so grateful for this kind of dedication and care!! Olenka is a gem, we highly recommend her.

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Sue B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We had a lovely experience with Andrea! She was very easy to coordinate with and responded to communications promptly, and we returned to a happy and relaxed dog. Thank you again.

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Corinne W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ray did a great job taking care of our pup over the weekend. We appreciated Ray’s responsiveness and ability to deal with unexpected difficulties.

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Emily Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jowen was amazing with Oreo, the sweetest person! Took him on long walks, gave him so many cuddles, kept us updated throughout the day, & even got him a new play toy! 10/10 recommend as a dog sitter & Oreo absolutely loved her! :)

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Michela D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sully had an amazing time and we knew he was in great hands. Thanks for taking such good care of him!

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Brad D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Aleta was such a delight - warm and loving - my Bailey took to her right away. I totally trust Bailey with her. Henry her dog was such a wonderful playmate - it was sad to separate them! I have used Rovers all across the country with great success - and Aleta really shines!!

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Debra C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelly and Carlos took excellent care of our older Havanese dogs. They were very conscientious about the dogs’ care and provided several pictures and updates during the stay. They clearly love dogs and our pups came home relaxed and happy. We highly recommend Kelly!

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David H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Mikia took in our 2yo pup like he was part of the family. He had a large fenced in yard to play in, two friendly dogs to play with, and plenty of warmth and cuddles from Mikia and her daughter. He even got his own stocking on Christmas Day! Arrangements were easy and made convenient for us. Mikia is a wonderful person! Would definitely rebook.

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Jeff M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Keni loved staying with Bri for a long weekend! She was so kind and easy to communicate with, definitely will take care of your dog like they are her own!

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Courtney B.
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As of November 2026, there are 107 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Forest Home. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

99% of sitters in Forest Home can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Forest Home home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Forest Home.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Forest Home. On Rover:

  • 93% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 100% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 99% 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.

You and your Forest Home sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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.

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in NY ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

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 dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog 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.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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