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Anh C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
6 repeat clients
13 years of experience
District Heights, MD, 20747

“Anh was wonderful with our dog Wilbur- she sent us updates and was really sweet to him. She stayed over at our place which we appreciated because our pup can get a little anxious. Anh left us a very nice note and left the house very clean. We will definitely be reaching out to Anh again until the future for dog care!!”

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Almita B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
5 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Landover, MD, 20785

“Almita did a great job at taking care of my dog. I recommend working with her. I would have appreciate it more photos and updates but she did a great job.”

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Enih A.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
2 years of experience
Upper Marlboro, MD, 20774

“Enih was absolutely FANTASTIC during her stay in my home where she cared for my dog for 9 days — I honestly can not recommend her enough, and will always be booking with her from here on out! Prior to finding her, I had a horrible, traumatizing experience with the last person I used on Rover. I was so nervous to use Rover again, and left Enih a million instructions. She was so patient and so kind, and was good about doing everything I had asked of her every single day! She tracked her walks, took Alto to the park, and gave me thorough updates. He is a GIANT dog, and can be quite a handful—but she handled everything like a pro. She was very respectful of my stuff and left my home exactly how it was when I left! If you’re looking for a trustworthy girl who can handle any dog, and who treats them with tons of care and love, then Enih is your girl. Thanks again for everything, Enih!”

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Caroline S.
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Alayza M.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
16 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20003

“Alayza is a dog whisperer! She’s amazing, kind and patient. My dog has big stranger danger and fear aggression when meeting someone new and it seems he warmed up to her pretty quickly. By the second day he was cuddling with her and letting her pet him! I highly recommend Alayza!”

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Aliyah M.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 47 reviews
13 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Deanwood, Washington, DC, 20019

“Was able to come on short notice. Did an amazing job once again. So good with my dog and cat. Left the house in better condition than I left it.”

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Laura F.
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Amiria C.
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$31
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10 years of experience
Forestville, MD, 20747

About: 🐾 About Me Hi! My name is Amiria, and animals have been a big part of my life for as long as I can remember. I’ve personally cared for dogs, cats, and even a snake, so I’m comfortable with pets that have different personalities, routines, and care needs. I’m a patient, attentive, and responsible pet sitter who wants every animal in my care to feel safe, comfortable, and loved. I understand that leaving your pets with someone else can be stressful, which is why I take their routines and individual needs seriously. I’m comfortable providing overnight care, feeding, medication, playtime, enrichment, walks, and general companionship. I’m also comfortable caring for multiple pets at the same time and making sure each one gets the attention they need. I’m happy to follow your pet’s usual routine, including feeding schedules, medications, exercise, favorite activities, and any special instructions you leave for me. I’ll also keep you updated while you’re away with messages and pictures so you can have peace of mind knowing your pets are doing well. Whether your pet is energetic and loves to play, independent and likes their space, or just wants someone nearby to keep them company, I’m happy to work with their personality and needs. Most importantly, I’ll treat your pets with patience, kindness, and care. I know they’re family, and I’ll do my best to make sure they feel right at home while you’re away. 🐶🐱🐍 My schedule is currently very flexible, so I’m available most days and times, including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and overnight stays. I have plenty of time to play with your pets and give them the care and attention while your away. I’m comfortable caring for pets in their home, allowing them to stay in a familiar environment while I maintain their normal routines and provide attentive care.

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Taylor J.
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$120
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 63 reviews
23 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20003

“When I needed a sitter to hang with our rambunctious puppy for an evening, Taylor impressed me immediately with how promptly she communicated - even while traveling. She made time for a meet and greet, was extremely prompt, and sent us lots of updates and photos. We came home to a content and sleepy pup, and can’t thank her enough. We’d gladly book her again!”

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Nicole S.
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$63
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 41 reviews
9 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Hyattsville, MD, 20785

“Talayia is the best! We have her pet sit our dog and cat all the time and they just love her. She sends us daily updates and pictures so we can have stress free vacations. Highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Aliyah W.
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Aliyah W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
6 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Brandywine, MD, 20613

“This was my first time having someone other than family watch my dog overnight, and Aliyah put any worries that I had at ease. She was able to follow all of my instructions, and maintained good communication with me daily regarding my dog while I was away. She even sent pictures and videos of him 😊 One thing that is helpful for my dog is his routine, and Aliyah maintained his normal routine without any issues. She also maintained a clean space while I was gone. I’d definitely book Aliyah again if I have to leave my dog overnight! She’s dependable, trustworthy, and easy to work with. My dog loves her! We are very appreciative!”

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Kelly W.
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$24
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4 years of experience
District Heights, MD, 20747

About: I am a big advocate for animals especially around the subject that animals are family. I view the pets in my life as my family. I will treat your pet as if they were a part of my family and shower them with love! I currently work full time but I work a hybrid schedule during the week and I am in school for my masters. This will not impact my care for your pets I have a 5 year old cat and she has all of the toys she needs and I can get toys for animals I sit as well.

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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
Washington D.C., DC, 20376

“Brian was amazing. We had a last-minute request over the holidays, and he truly saved us. He stayed at our home and took excellent care of our dog, King, who isn’t always the easiest, but Brian stepped in confidently and made it work without issue. Communication was great; he was always responsive and kept us at ease while we were away. We came home to a happy dog and a house left in great condition. We would absolutely book Brian again and highly recommend him to anyone on Rover.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alex V.
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Alex V.
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$130
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 407 reviews
123 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20017

“We love Alex so much. Our cat has a heart condition and a grumpy personality, she is prone to depression whenever we leave. But whenever Alex helps watch her we feel at ease on vacation and there's a noticeable difference when we get back in her mood.”

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Arienne J.
Sitter Profile Image: Linda D.
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Linda D.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 78 reviews
35 repeat clients
15 years of experience
District heights, MD, 20747

“Linda was fabulous!!! I loved knowing Ruby was safe and well cared for during my trip ♥️”

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Sitter Profile Image: Bradley H.
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Bradley H.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
13 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Washington, DC, 20001

“This was the first time that I worked with Bradley and had him both house sit and most importantly dog sit for my 135 lb. mastiff mix dog. He did a great job caring for Bosco; Bosco was in great shape when I returned from my trip. Bradley also cared for the house, getting the mail, checking for damage after a major thunderstorm and then letting me know that everything was ok. When I returned everything was in great condition and clean. I would not hesitate to ask Bradley for help when the need arises.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Christopher S.
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Christopher S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
13 years of experience
Cheverly, MD, 20784

“We continue to be grateful for Chris and his excellent care of our cats. He is very conscientious to send pictures regularly while we're away and the cats really seem to like him. He's now done in house cat sitting for us twice and I totally recommend him for your pet care needs!”

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Mark N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 59 reviews
21 repeat clients
50 years of experience
U Street Corridor, Washington, DC, DC, 20001

“Mark was very attentive and caring towards my two dogs during a weekend trip. He easily managed their routine and won the heart of my very anxious chihuahua. Highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Tameka L.
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Tameka L.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Suitland, MD, 20746

About: I'm patient, dependable, and attentive to each dog's individual needs, whether they enjoy long walks, lots of playtime, or simply relaxing with companionship. I'm comfortable caring for dogs of all ages, including energetic puppies who need consistency and positive reinforcement, as well as senior dogs who require a slower pace, extra patience, and gentle care. I enjoy being active, so regular walks and outdoor time are something I genuinely look forward to. Whether it's a quick drop-in visit, a daily walk, or overnight care, I make it a priority to provide dependable, loving care while keeping your pet's routine as consistent as possible. Your pet's safety, comfort, and well-being are always my top priorities. I take the time to learn each pet's routine, feeding schedule, exercise needs, and any special instructions so they can stay happy and comfortable. I provide plenty of attention, playtime, exercise, fresh water, and affection while ensuring they're always supervised and secure.

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Nasheia B.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
11 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Hyattsville, MD, 20785

“Nasheia is such a caring and kind dog sitter and walker! She treats our dog like her own, pays special attention to instructions, and is highly communicative. Our dog loves her and we do too!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Roy D.
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$95
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 73 reviews
12 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Capitol Heights, MD, 20743

“I am a first time Rover user, and was for a long time very wary of allowing strangers to take care of my fur babies. Roy, unequivocally, is the reason this site works. Roy communicated often, thoroughly, and was even patient when we had app difficulties and my communication lapsed. Roy took care of my two dogs and one cat and provided stimulation and lots of cuddles. We came home to a house that was pristine and three happy and healthy pets. As I told Roy personally, having the peace of mind to actually enjoy the vacation is nearly invaluable. We are very thankful to Roy and will definitely be booking again should the time come!”

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Miles J.
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Davemion R.
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$35
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15 years of experience
District Heights, MD, 20747

About: Haven't had a pet in almost 10 years so I might be a little rusty but I have over 15 years experience with a medium/big dog (chow chow) and as well as a little dog (pekingese), Feral cat (bombay) trained to love and be loved and to be happy & friendly. As an trustworthy and friendly sitter and animal lover especially dogs, cats next. I have plenty room to still learn more and experience more, the patience I have with fur babies is because they're pretty much like our children. Smoke free, cage free unless trained and requires to be in a crate, walks every 4 -6 hours during the day until the early night and sometimes late night, unless pet has special requirements to take more walks it can be provided. And plenty of space and play time. Backyard is unfenced plenty of run around in the back area of the location area, plenty of nearby parks, basement is currently semi unfinished with no furniture with plenty of roam around room, with potential for setup area to cool off, eat, lay and relax, as well as play with access to the back area. If fur baby has separation, anxiety issue will try to help dog with that please notify if dog needs extra attention. ALSO KNOW AN EXCELLENT DOG TRAINER WHICH IS SEPARATE FROM THIS CAN SEND YOU THE INFORMATION TO MAKE YOUR FUR BABY THE PERFECT GUEST IN SOMEONE'S HOME AND YOURS! (ISPEAKDOG) I'm currently working full/ part time with a flexible schedule on the road, and kina awkward sleep schedule where im up most of the time and random times but i able to keep up with a set schedule. so I do have flexibility with dog walks, play time, feed time, and down time will preferable be of course at night where I maybe either sleep or out working for a few hours but not interrupting fur baby resting hours unless special attention is needed also do have a back up person on site incase of emergencies. I currently have no pets again as of yet other than fish ... but provide a clean, spacious unfinished basement with windows is where animal will typically lounge at, unless it's one or two small little dogs that have anxiety mishaps. dogs may have the option to roam the house, but not beds they will have their own blanket or doggy bed to relax on. also available is a backyard entrance to let dogs out to use the rest room unfenced backyard so if you have a dog that is a runner or a trackstar a proper leash or harness with extensions is needed to let the fur baby roam and run without getting lost so fur babies will be able to play in the large back field area. PLEASE NOTE If you know your fur babies do not get along with others please let me know so i can try to keep them separate or get them use to the pack even with a watchful eye they are like kids they are likely to get in a fight and im not responsible for them incidents I promote safety, peace, playfulness and award good behavior, A space for eat, lay,and play, and time and energy for walks, and exercise and care!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Margaret was fantastic! She was able to watch our dog, Roo, on pretty short notice and was so attentive! Roo was so happy when we got home, and our place was spotless. I’d absolutely recommend working with her!

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Catherine L.
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Anh was absolutely amazing with our sweet Mia girl! 💛 Anh stayed with Mia at our house for the entire day, and even though it was raining and Mia has separation anxiety, Mia was so calm and comfortable with Anh. Mia was even snoozing away! 🥹🩷 We’re so thankful for how well she took care of Mia, and we will definitely be rebooking with her again! Highly recommend! 🐾💕

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Jina C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kayla did a great job for us, both housesitting and pet care (2 cats) for two weeks while we were traveling internationally. She is reliable, responsible, and an excellent communicator. The house was in great shape when we returned and she sent nearly daily updates on the kitties (with pictures) so we could travel without worry. I highly recommend her and will use her services again whenever we are away.

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Sally S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Bryan was a wonderful guest and communicator! His flexibility was much appreciated when we had a medical emergency with our youngest that required some last minute schedule changes. We will definitely be using him again!!

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John G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Dejah was wonderful in looking after our home and dog for 5 days. We returned to a happy and healthy dog and a home that also had been well looked-after. Would book Dejah again if the need arises.

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Craig B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Heather and Trey are excellent and conscientious sitters. Our pets absolutely love them and they always leave the house in better shape than we left it! We are so grateful to have their services, not only for their high quality but also for our peace of mind.

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Hilary Z.
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Nicole was very caring and excellent with my dogs. I am thankful to have found her to care for my pets.

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Anne G.
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The average cost of House Sitting in Forestville on Rover is $51 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $44 and $62 per night. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 10,115 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Forestville. 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 Forestville 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 Forestville 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.

<b>Tip:</b> 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 Forestville 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 , 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 .

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 .

sitters on Rover set their own , 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 Forestville. On Rover:

  • 86% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 91% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% 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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