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Sitter Profile Image: Jacquelyn D.
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Jacquelyn D.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 58 reviews
20 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Augusta, ME, 04330

“Jacquelyn was just the most thoughtful and kind person for taking care of our cat, Frances. Very thorough and went above and beyond - and braved some pretty terrible weather to make sure to check up on our pet. We would 100% work with her again! Just a lovely person, and very good with animals!”

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Brianna L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Farmingdale, ME, 04344

About: Hi everyone I’m Brianna. I am an avid dog and animal lover. As an aspiring canine police officer, I have a huge love for dogs. I have grown up around dogs all my life and have some training experience as well. I have experience with dogs of all breeds and sizes. I also have experience with dogs who are fearful of other dogs and reactive. As an active individual, I love being outside and going for runs and hikes. My experience with pet care includes dog walking in the past, working with the State Police Fire accelerant dogs during my internship, owning multiple dogs, dog sitting, and a wide variety of other experiences. With that, I also love cats and have experience with cats as well. I own a cat so very knowledgeable on them as well I currently work the evening shift but have a set schedule. I am a runner so I am very active and am happy to tailor to your pets specific needs. From long walks to short potty breaks to runs, happy to do it all I care a lot about pet safety. I wouldn’t let your dog off leash unless you are okay with it. I have access to the rail trail from my home as well

Sitter Profile Image: Stephanie B.
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Stephanie B.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 41 reviews
10 repeat clients
7 years of experience
West Gardiner, ME, 04345

“Stephanie was insanely helpful in a pinch and was really good about keeping me updated regarding Cinder. She was prompt and efficient, and incredibly accommodating. Highly recommend.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kyle C.
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Kyle C.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Manchester, ME, 04351

“We needed someone to drop in on our dog who was alone in our motorhome in Vermont while we were on a day long bus tour. Kyle came the night before to meet our Charlotte and spent time with her when we were gone. He is very dependent on time and a pleasure to work with.”

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Jennifer & Isaiah C.
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$25
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12 years of experience
Dresden, ME, 04342

About: We have a passion for dogs. I myself have cared for dogs of all sizes, ages, and health needs including medication, special diets, and have experience caring for injuries and elderly dogs. My partner and I both work full time with rotating schedules. Most days someone is home. On the few days where we are both working, the dogs are free to go in and out of the dog room to the fenced in area outside. I have a 2 year old lab/golden retriever who loves all other dogs, loves to play, and really enjoys having other dogs around. We have a dog room downstairs with an open door to a covered patio and fenced in grass area for the dogs to play, cool off, and use the bathroom at their own needs.

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Lindsay S.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 215 reviews
86 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Whitefield, ME, 04353

“Lindsay was great! My dogs love her and she was absolutely amazing with them. She really cares about her clients. She took photos and kept me informed the whole time.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Breanna P.
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Breanna P.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 45 reviews
14 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Bowdoin, ME, 04287

“Breanna is a life saver. We lost a sitter last minute and had to scramble, and she was there the next day for the meet & greet, prepared and taking notes and asking good questions. The Boys took to her immediately - she even got the shy one out on her 3rd visit. Good communication, great photos. Booking again right away!”

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Ashley L.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
22 years of experience
Vassalboro, ME, 04989

About: Hi! I’m Ashley — a lifelong animal lover with hands-on experience caring for a wide variety of animals including dogs, cats, reptiles, ferrets, and more. I’ve worked in a veterinary office and previously ran my own daycare, so I’m confident handling pets of all sizes, temperaments, and energy levels. I have experience with large and strong dogs, high-energy and working breeds, and multi-pet households. I’m also comfortable caring for multiple species, including exotics, and have a strong understanding of animal behavior and safety. I can recognize the difference between play, stress, and aggression, which helps keep your pets safe and comfortable at all times. Whether your pet needs exercise, structure, or calm companionship, I adjust my care to fit their personality and needs. I pride myself on being reliable, punctual, and communicative, and I always treat every pet like they’re my own. I’m happy to send photo and message updates so you always have peace of mind while you’re away. Early mornings, afternoons, Saturdays for all services. Sundays I am available for boarding only at this time — I do my best to stay flexible for my clients! I care for your pet as you would want them cared for. I love taking pictures, it's up to you if I share them with everyone or just you!

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Nicole W.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
China, ME, 04358

“Nicole did an excellent job caring for our two cats while we were on a work trip. She was communicative, kind, and sent plenty of pictures. We absolutely recommend her if you're looking for someone to take good care of your pet(s)! Thank you, Nicole!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah D.
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Sarah D.
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$35
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4.5 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Lewiston, ME, 04240

“Sarah took great care of our kitties even though I admittedly dropped the ball on an important instruction. She was very understanding and I really appreciated her commitment!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Carla V.
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Carla V.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 45 reviews
9 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Waterville, ME, 04901

“Carla provided exceptional care for our cat during our 2-week trip. Communication was excellent and the daily photos of our cat assured us that all was well. Our cat is very emotionally expressive and she looked 100% happy to be in Carla's lap. We will definitely hire Carla again the next time we need a sitter.”

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Miranda & Aiden M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
8 years of experience
Newcastle, ME, 04553

“Miranda & Aiden did a wonderful job at taking care of Josie! They were very easy to communicate with and always on time! They even sent me a photo and update of Josie during their vist. Thank you guys!! 😊”

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Eliot J.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 438 reviews
179 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Otisfield, ME, 04270

“Eliot was great! Very easy to get in contact with and flexible with my schedule. She sent me an update when on her visit as well as a few pictures which was greatly appreciated. She is also very knowledgable and gave me some great advice for my 6 month old puppy. Would definitely recommend Eliot for someone looking for a short term or long term sitter. ”

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Julie M.
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$65
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40 years of experience
Waterville, ME, 04901

About: I have cared for both dogs and cats and I will care for yours like it is my own at all times so I hope you choose to hire me I am retired with plenty of free time for your animals and I would love to care for them like they are mine to care for I have a yard and a lovely home and I will always leash your dog when outside for safety and I like to kennel dogs when they sleep at night

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Sunnie Rose P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
4 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Windham, ME, 04062

“Brianna did a great job taking care of my Boston terrier mix, Gunnar. He's a new dog to me although he's 7 years old, so I shared with her what I know about him, and they got along famously. She was very responsive and communicated well from the first contact, to setting up the meet and greet, to the day she came for two drop in visits while I was gone for a very long day. She took some very sweet photos of Gunnar and told me all about their activities, so I knew he was having as good a day as he could have, being alone except for her two visits. She gave him his treats and took him for walks, and it looks like they had a good time. He was happy when I got home and hadn't touched a thing in the house. I would highly recommend Brianna for your pet!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Beth S.
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Beth S.
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$30
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4.5 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Portland, ME, 04103

“Beth was very easy to talk to , you can tell she loves animals and is very compassionate towards my animals I willl use her again in future”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Esther was kind and attentive while pet sitting, and my cat was relaxed and content on my return. I appreciated that Esther checked in with any questions. Would definitely hire her again in the future!

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Tyler N.
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Samantha and her husband Kenneth were great with Moxie and were very kind and helpful. We'll definitely have them watch her again in the future

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Jayson F.
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Abigail saves Christmas! I landed two flights away from home to find out the house had lost power and temperatures were dropping. The snow storm was about twice as bad as expected with over a foot of snow. Abigail offered to bring Orca to her home for the night to keep her safe and warm. She brought her home after the power returned and the heaters were back on in the house.

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Douglas S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda is so helpful, and keeps us up to date on how our cat is doing when we are gone. She is always on time, and sends the best pictures! Thank you Amanda!

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Lindsay F.
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The average cost of Pet Sitting in Gardiner is $22 per visit as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $11 and $31 per visit. On Rover, 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 November 2026, there are 323 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Gardiner. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

You and your sitter can agree on a care schedule that fits your pet’s routine and the sitter’s availability. Pet Sitting can be booked as a one-time or recurring drop-in visit. If you need overnight care or dog walks, you may also be able to book House Sitting or Dog Walking through Rover with the same sitter, provided they offer those services.

Before booking, confirm:

  • the timing, length, and frequency of visits;
  • the care instructions the sitter should follow;
  • which parts of your pet’s usual routine should be prioritized;
  • how often you would like to receive messages, photos, or other updates.

Not every sitter offers the same services, availability, or booking options. Review their profile and discuss the care you need through Rover before booking each service.

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.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

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.

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.

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

  • 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 93% 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.

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 Meet & Greet.

sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, 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.

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