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“Kate has become a familiar, friendly face to our two furry ones. She’s so professional, prompt, and communicative, I wouldn’t even think about choosing someone else.”


“Julie has started drop-ins with my pup, Atlas. Atlas seems really happy with how it’s going and I don’t have to worry about her. Julie always sends photos and lets me know how the visit went.”


“Olivia is amazing! She is so attentive with Solé. She always provides detailed reviews, and amazing pictures. She has also been very flexible with us, and professional throughout. We cannot recommend her enough!”


“Felicia took great care of our cat Pickles! She not only helped us out last minute but was detail oriented and sent lots of pictures. Thank you Felicia!!”


About: We’re Brett and Shane - just a couple of married millennials with no kids and a pup of our own. We’re parents to a 10 year old long haired dachshund and are simply dog obsessed. We’ve been through it all as dog parents and dog owners for over 20 years. Your pup will be treated like a prince/princess and part of the family. Happy and familiar with administering medications, regular maintenance, dogs of any age, basic training, and routine care. We’re doing it already for our pup, who you’ll certainly get to know, Florence, so why not extend that TLC to your fur baby, too?! Shane works from home 24/7, so one of the two of us is always present. We will either loop your pup into our dogs 4 daily walk routine, with 1-2 longer walks per day, or adjust her schedule to meet your dogs needs. We like to be more active on the weekend, so your pup will enjoy a longer nature walk, and in the downtime in our apartment lots of plays and couch snuggles with our dachshund. We live in an apartment building, and welcome you to come visit us before you book your stay. There is an elevator, so no steps for older or low-rider dogs (like our own!). We have ramps all over our apartment for the little guys. We’re free range dog parents - we don’t have any restrictions on furniture, beds, etc - unless you have rules for your pet at home, which we will certainly enforce. Otherwise, we’re just two working professionals starting our little side hustle. We’re background checked and verified - let’s connect and you can ask you whatever you may need!

“Thomas is wonderful - reliable and on time, pays attention to details, goes above and beyond to make sure kitties get their time with him, and manages to get my shy cat to like him within two visits!”


About: I have always loved animals. I treat all animals just like a family members. I enjoyed witnessing their personalities and making sure they are comfortable. I am currently a nursing student and have a somewhat busy schedule however I am always open to finding extra time to give amazing care to your pets I always look for signs of when pets need a bathroom break, I have the energy to play and give them all the attention they require

About: I have been caring for animals since I can remember. A constant activity of my childhood was visiting the local humane society to take dogs out on walks and to play outside. I was in middle school when I cared for my first litter of puppies and in high school when I fostered my first litter of kittens. Every animal that my family and I own have been rescued from poor situations or as strays. I love animals of all kinds and even have a pet snake, myself! I am currently a contractor for a nonprofit fundraising company and am able to choose my own schedule. I do not have the ability to adopt a cat or dog right now so would love to care for animals throughout my week. I care for animals as if they are my own. All animals have a story and a personality and I love finding new ways to highlight their personality. I love finding new types of enrichment and ways to play.

“Kaitlin did an excellent job watching my pets while I was out of town. I was very nervous about leaving my almost 12-year old blind dog, but Kaitlin had no issues walking her and getting her to take her meds. She was very patient with my cats and even my notoriously shy cat seemed to take a liking to her! I highly recommend hiring Kaitlin for your pet sitting needs!”



“Stephanie has been a sitter for our formerly two and now one cat for about a year now and has always provided great service. She's very attentive and thoughtful with our cat(s), responsible and a great communicator.”


“Tori is wonderful! She was on time, reliable and took the bebes for good walks. I will definitely be calling her again. 10/10 would recommend!! :)”


“Nakia is amazing. She really cares about our cats and went the extra mile to make sure they were taken care of. She brought them toys and played with them. One of our cats is wary of new people, but she really liked Nakia. Would recommend, and would hire her again.”



“Mia did great taking care of my shy cats for a week and even got one to come say hi to her every day! She followed every instruction and even picked up some neighbor’s packages for me. Will definitely book again.”


“Allison did a great job taking care of my cat while I was away. She would always communicate when she was coming and how my baby was doing. My cat warmed up to her immediately and I totally trust Allison. I will definitely be booking her again!”


About: New to the pet care field, but I have a big heart and dogs attract to me easily and I love their calming energy. As someone who enjoys outdoors, walking your dog will be the best adventure we'll have together! The only pet I have right now is a turtle. As an artist, I'm constantly creating, but need to be in touch with the world outside of my art, so this is a great way for me to connect. At my place, your dog will be treated with so much love and care. At your place, I will ensure they are treated like the royalty they are in their kingdom.


“Steve is a wonderful pet caretaker. It was the first time leaving my dogs with a stranger but Bruno took to him very well. He was even able to make friends with my Chihuahua. Steve is responsible, caring and keeps you informed. I’m so happy to have found Steve. I plan to use him in the future. I would highly recommend Steve.”



“Idit took great care of my kittens and took some super glamorous/cute photos of them to boot! I felt super comfortable with her and came home to two super happy kittens.”


About: Not only have I had years of casual experience sitting for friends and family, I have worked in Doggy Daycare and have worked in pet retail for 5 years! I have a passion for pet care, nutrition, and meeting furry friends wherever I go! I’m working part time so my schedule is open and flexible. I am a deeply punctual person and hope to work with what’s best for your schedule as well. I am big on attention to detail! Communication is one of my top priorities. If I notice an issue or if you have any concerns, I will be completely open to those conversations.

“Kelly was so great with our fur pup. He was a bit anxious upon her arrival but quickly warmed up when she took him for a brief walk. Kelly knew exactly what to do to keep our pup happy and content. He had a great time with her. Thanks, Kelly!!! We will definitely call you again.”

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Kate H.

“Kate has become a familiar, friendly face to our two furry ones. She’s so professional, prompt, and communicative, I wouldn’t even think about choosing someone else.”


Julie L.Star Sitter

“Julie has started drop-ins with my pup, Atlas. Atlas seems really happy with how it’s going and I don’t have to worry about her. Julie always sends photos and lets me know how the visit went.”


Olivia B.Star Sitter

“Olivia is amazing! She is so attentive with Solé. She always provides detailed reviews, and amazing pictures. She has also been very flexible with us, and professional throughout. We cannot recommend her enough!”


Felicia G.Star Sitter

“Felicia took great care of our cat Pickles! She not only helped us out last minute but was detail oriented and sent lots of pictures. Thank you Felicia!!”


Brett & Shane P.Star Sitter
“Brett is an amazing and caring dog sitter! She has watched my dogs multiple times and I feel completely comforted knowing they’re in safe hands with Brett watching them. She sends me tons of updates and my dogs always are so happy to see and spend time with her. It gives me so much comfort to know they don’t have any anxiety with Brett. I would recommend Brett to every pet owner looking for a sitter!”


Thomas Riis H.Star Sitter

“Thomas is wonderful - reliable and on time, pays attention to details, goes above and beyond to make sure kitties get their time with him, and manages to get my shy cat to like him within two visits!”


Kayla I.
“Kayla recently pet sat my dog River. During their time together river and Kayla spent time going for walks and playing fetch. River looks forward to when Kayla can sit with her!!”


Sydney S.
“Sydney is incredibly responsible and has a deep love for animals. She has a very strong understanding for how to properly care for pets. I would trust her with my babies any day! 😍”


Kaitlin B.Star Sitter

“Kaitlin did an excellent job watching my pets while I was out of town. I was very nervous about leaving my almost 12-year old blind dog, but Kaitlin had no issues walking her and getting her to take her meds. She was very patient with my cats and even my notoriously shy cat seemed to take a liking to her! I highly recommend hiring Kaitlin for your pet sitting needs!”




Stephanie S.Star Sitter

“Stephanie has been a sitter for our formerly two and now one cat for about a year now and has always provided great service. She's very attentive and thoughtful with our cat(s), responsible and a great communicator.”


Tori C.

“Tori is wonderful! She was on time, reliable and took the bebes for good walks. I will definitely be calling her again. 10/10 would recommend!! :)”


Nakia F.Star Sitter

“Nakia is amazing. She really cares about our cats and went the extra mile to make sure they were taken care of. She brought them toys and played with them. One of our cats is wary of new people, but she really liked Nakia. Would recommend, and would hire her again.”




Mia F.

“Mia did great taking care of my shy cats for a week and even got one to come say hi to her every day! She followed every instruction and even picked up some neighbor’s packages for me. Will definitely book again.”


Leo O.

“Leo is a fantastic pet sitter who goes above and beyond for your fur babies. We’re really grateful to have him keep an eye on our cats while we’re away.”


Allison S.Star Sitter

“Allison did a great job taking care of my cat while I was away. She would always communicate when she was coming and how my baby was doing. My cat warmed up to her immediately and I totally trust Allison. I will definitely be booking her again!”


Jeffrey F.
“Jeffrey is a kind, caring individual that truly makes all pets feel safe and happy. Strong attention plus his hard work ethic make him a consistent choice for watching our dog.”




Steve S.Star Sitter

“Steve is a wonderful pet caretaker. It was the first time leaving my dogs with a stranger but Bruno took to him very well. He was even able to make friends with my Chihuahua. Steve is responsible, caring and keeps you informed. I’m so happy to have found Steve. I plan to use him in the future. I would highly recommend Steve.”




Idit K.
Star Sitter


“Idit took great care of my kittens and took some super glamorous/cute photos of them to boot! I felt super comfortable with her and came home to two super happy kittens.”


Skylar R.
“Skylar has been an animal lover all her life! Want a great zoo experience, she's the one to take you and tell you all about the animals. She has worked in pet food through college and currently still does. She absolutely loves animals and wants the very best for them! Animals adore her too! Your pet will absolutely be treated with the kind of love you give it when she is with it! Very knowledgeable about pet care and behaviors and ways to curve bad behaviors through positive enrichment!”


Kelly S.
Star Sitter


“Kelly was so great with our fur pup. He was a bit anxious upon her arrival but quickly warmed up when she took him for a brief walk. Kelly knew exactly what to do to keep our pup happy and content. He had a great time with her. Thanks, Kelly!!! We will definitely call you again.”
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Fort Totten-Upper Northeast.
Rover makes it easy to find Fort Totten-Upper Northeast pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet 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 pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
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