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“Robert and Karolina are wonderful. Toby seemed to have such a great time with them. They were very communicative with us sending lots of pictures and updates. They’re clearly trustworthy lovely people well equipped to take care of dogs. Highly recommend them!”
“We love Sondra and her family and so does our girl, Delilah! We are so grateful to have found such a wonderful sitter that is reliable, responsive and provides such loving care to our girl. Thank you, Sondra!”
“It has been a tough journey finding care for my senior dogs now that they are too old for most pet resorts. Saeedeh was so caring with my old boys. I have a very nervous labrador, and she was so patient and sweet with him. My super senior boy also enjoyed his time in her care. I will definitely feel comfortable with Saeedeh caring for my dogs again.”
“Jocelyn did an exceptional job caring for Penny. She took care of Penny for 3 days and we couldn't be more happier. She updated us a number of times while our Penny was under her care and sent pictures and videos to keep us up to date. We will definitely book Penny with Jocelyn again.”
“Michelle was wonderful with my dog, Rusty! She has a very dog-friendly household, and I could tell right away that Rusty was happy and well cared for. When I went to pick him up, he actually didn’t want to leave—which says so much about how comfortable and happy he was there! I highly recommend Michelle and would definitely trust her with Rusty again. Thank you, Michelle, for taking such great care of him! 🐾❤️”
“We had a wonderful experience! Connor was very responsive, communicative, and professional from start to finish. Most importantly, he took excellent care of Tucker, ensuring he was comfortable, happy, and well looked after while we were away. We highly recommend his services and would gladly book with him again.”
“Caitlin and her family were incredible! They made my dog feel like a member of the family, and Caitlin was amazing at sending me pictures and staying in touch the whole time. I felt so grateful to have Avalanche looked after so well while I was gone, and I will absolutely be using them again for all of my future dog-sitting needs!”
“Wesley Archer enjoyed his time with Anu! She was very communicative, accommodating and sent lots of pics. He looks forward to staying with her and the family again! Thank you”
“Chalie enjoyed his staycation with the Thu and family. We received good communication and pictures throughout his stay. They were even flexible as we ran a bit late on pickup.”
“Ekaterina was amazing with my 10 year old little chihuahua mix. A healthy mellow family environment with a stay at home mom. I felt comfortable with her safety. She sent me pics daily and I felt my pup was very loved.”
“We have used Patricia several times and she always provides the best service! She treats our dog, Penelope, like her own and shares lots of updates (photos & videos). Penelope loves her time with Patty and her dog, which leaves us at ease when we travel.”
“Elmira loves pets and took very good care of Ruby, and sent me lots of videos and photos of her while I was away, which was much appreciated, letting me see how Ruby was doing. She is very interested in learning what your pets are used to and trying to provide that, and is very responsive to any comments or concerns.”
“My “girls” had a great time with Maria and Robert, I could tell by the pics and video they sent me. After meeting them I felt completely confident leaving my “girls” with them and would recommend them to everyone. Thanks Maria and Robert!,”
“We booked Marta for a 15-day stay while we were away, and we really appreciated how well she cared for Milo. When our flight was delayed, she was super flexible and had no problem extending his stay by an extra day, which was such a relief. She kept us updated with plenty of photos and messages, giving us peace of mind throughout our trip. She also shared helpful tips to keep our dog healthy. Overall, we’re grateful to have had her look after our pup and keep him happy and safe while we were gone!”
“Temi was our first ever sitter for our dog Spock, and she is absolutely amazing. She gave us frequent updates and took him for lots of exercise and fun outings. We were gone for a two week long trip, but felt at ease knowing he was in good hands. Spock loved her and will definitely see her again in the future!”
“Neha provided a safe and caring environment for Nikka's first stay. She is caring and understanding to nature of dogs. She was exceptional in communications and keeping me up to date of Nikka during his stay. She was attentative and accommodating with Nikkas food as we had to adjust slightly during his stay. We appreciate all the accommodations she took. Neha has a sweet loving slightly shy dog called Hatchi who was happy to share his space with Nikka. They loved playing in the backyard with plenty of space to run around freely. We look forward to using Neha again in the future.”
“Emma was a pleasure to work with and kept us up to date with pictures and texts! She accommodated our last minute request. We will definitely use her services again in the near future.”
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I’m not one for reviews but in all honesty she was amazing. I 100% recommend Saeedeh if you need boarding or even a play buddy. She’s attentive, caring, responsive, and it doesn’t take long to realize how much she cares for any pets. She has amazing energy and it shows throughout her services. Will come back for sure👍🏽
Chris is our go-to dog sitter. He is very accommodating and very attentive to our complicated pup. He understands dogs well and gives them all of his attention. I don’t trust many people with her, but I never have to worry about our dog while she is there - I know we are in good hands with Chris.
Radhika was great with my senior dog! She was patient with him as he adjusted to a new space and administered his medication on time. My dog had so much fun while he was there, he almost didn’t want to leave! She also sent many photos and updates so I never worried about him while we were away.
My dog and I had our meet and greet and instantly fell in love with Patty and her family. My dog jumped on the couch and fell asleep, he seemed to feel right at home. He also became BFF with her puppy Glitch. I was gone for 3 weeks and was 100% comfortable with where my puppy was. Patty communicated with me daily and sent pictures I could tell my dog was very happy He even got a couple baths. We will definitely be using her again.
Todd kept our Goldendoodle for 8 days last week. We were extremely happy with the care that he gave our pup. He regularly communicated with us, sharing stories and pictures. I would recommend Todd to anyone who has a special pup that likes a lot of attention. He's terrific!
This was our first time leaving our Carly with anyone other than family and the first time ever leaving her this long (8 nights!). It is very clear that Sondra and Kirk are huge animal lovers and we felt comfortable leaving our "baby" in their care. Sondra was very communicative and Carly came home happy and exhausted :)
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
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.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise 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 Galivan home-away-from-home, 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 Galivan.
<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Galivan 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 , 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 .
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 CA 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.
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