Pet Sitting in Gilford
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Top rated Gilford pet sitters
“Kim was wonderful with my 2 cats and my rabbit. She also took the extra step to take care of the garden. I would definitely use her again and feel confident recommending her to our friends.”
“Heidi was great. We hired her for just one walk while we were gone for the day. She had good communication and met with us before the visit and gave us an update after she visited and shared photos.”
“Cheyanne took great care of our cat. She came to the house to meet with me and go over everything before I went away. While I was gone she left a note each day explaining what was done during her visit. I would recommend her to others and definitely plan on asked her to care for our cat next time I travel.”
“Lisa was wonderful! Great communication, took a lot of pics of my pups during her visit, and went above and beyond. Would 100% recommend her and use her drop-in service again!”
About: I am currently offering to watch your dog in my home. I have a flexible job that will allow me to be with your dog 24/7 so I can attend to all their needs and also allow them to have indoor outdoor access. I recently had to say goodbye to my soul dog who was with me for the past 15 years, so your dog will be the only pet in my home while also allowing me to fill my home with the comfort of a dog again. I also know what its like to be a pet owner and the stress that ensues when trying to find a reliable person to care for your pet. I have used Rover many times for my pet care needs, so I know from experience what it means to do a good job. I have cared for all kinds of dogs and puppies. Please contact me if you would like to schedule a free “meet and greet” to make sure I am a good fit. I Look forward to meeting you and your fur baby! I have a very flexible job that allows me to be available 24/7 if needed to attend to your pets needs. I will follow their typical feeding and walking routines to make them feel secure. I will take every precaution to make sure your pets are safe by following your instructions. I care for pets in my home so will make sure to follow your instructions carefully.
“Kate is great!!!! She takes great care of our kitties while we are gone and is an excellent communicator. It is such a relief knowing that they are in great hands while we are away. Thanks Kate!”
About: Hi! I’m a dog-loving, outdoors-loving hiker who believes every pup deserves safe adventure, enrichment, and pure joy. I’m fully insured and certified in Dog First Aid and CPR. I keep safety front and center so your dog can explore confidently and come home happy and tired. I’ll handle pick up and drop off, send photo updates, and make sure you always know how your dog did on the trail. What sets me apart? I’m combining my love of recreation and dogs to offer weekend hiking adventures designed for smells, socialization, enrichment, fun, and real exercise. I keep groups intentionally small for safety and so I can give each pup personal attention. Prefer one-on-one time? Solo hikes are available—just ask. Every new client/pup starts with a free meet & greet so we can ensure a great fit. How my hikes work I pick up your pup, head to a dog-friendly trail and lead a 1.5 hr hike with frequent sniff breaks, water breaks, and practice trail etiquette. After the hike, I towel off muddy paws as needed, drop your dog back home, and share a quick summary with photos. My goal is a content, relaxed dog who’s mentally and physically satisfied. Safety and standards I’m insured and Dog First Aid/CPR certified, and I carry a trail kit (water, bowls, extra leashes, poop bags, basic first-aid supplies) on every outing. I choose routes and durations based on weather, terrain, and each dog’s conditioning, and I reschedule during unsafe conditions. Is your dog a good fit? Your pup should be up to date on vaccinations and on flea/tick prevention. They should be comfortable on leash, friendly with people and well-matched canine companions, and ride calmly in a vehicle. Active person going to school part time. Available for solo walks in your neighborhood but really looking to get some interest in small group or solo dog hikes. I try to cater to you and your pets needs as much as possible. I will be respectful in your home and communicate regularly so you know how your pet is doing.
About: With a lifelong love for animals and experience caring for both household pets and farm animals, I treat your pets with the same attention and affection you would. My goal is to ensure they feel safe, loved, and well cared for while you’re away. I am a self-employed designer/printer, so my schedule is very flexible and adjustable based on your/your pets' needs. I am also single, so I do not have any other prior commitments other than work, and I do not have any pets of my own, so your pet(s) will have my full attention. I typically housesit/farm-sit, and I seek to adhere to the owners' standards. I am attentive to schedules, tasks & chores, and the pets' attention & affection needs. I keep a clean environment, and I make sure that the owner's home is in the same shape as when they left it.
“Andrea did such an amazing job with my kitties! One needs oral meds plus one rubbed into his ear each day, and one needs eye drops. She was able to do it from day 1! The cats loved her and she got great photos of them and sent detailed summaries each day. Will definitely happily book her again if an opportunity arises.”
About: I’m an all animal lover, I have several pets including two young dogs that I adopted. We love to go for walks, play at the park or hang around the house and play with toys. We would love to spend time with other dogs or any pet you may have. I am available evenings and or nights and some afternoons. I work the evening shift as a nurse and know how hard it can be to find some one you can trust with your babies, especially on the off times. I can provide safe play and walks with or without my dogs, experienced with ferals, ages from young to old and of course lots of love and healthy snacks.also experienced with caged animals and bearded dragons!
About: I’ve had fur siblings all of my life and have never had any issues providing the best care, making sure they are well loved and fed and keeping them active. I’ll provide the best care and help out tidying up the home while you are away. Although I am new to pet sitting I will strive to make sure all of your animals are well cared for under my services. I look forward to hearing from you! I’m located in the Lakes region and I am willing to travel further on my days off. I do have a full time job but my days off rotate. If you are interested in using my services, reaching out about a week or 2 in advanced would be best so I can accommodate my schedule to yours! If you need a longer stay I can definitely make that happen with more of a heads up. I feed and water my cats before and after my shift. When I come home on my lunch I bring out some of their favorite toys and play until I have to head back to work. When I get home we have more playtime and I feed them dinner. Before bed I make sure all of their water bowls and food bowls are full, I clean their litter boxes 4-5 times a week (fill as needed) and do a deep clean once every 2 weeks to keep things fresh.
“Elizabeth was fantastic. She notified me every time she arrived and left, including photos of our dogs. I was completely comfortable and had no worries that our dogs were her priority. We already booked her for another time and will continue to.”
“Phoebe was AMAZING! I asked her to bring her pup Kole during her pop in visit to give my dogs a chance to really stretch the legs while we were away for the day. She sent the best pictures and was so sweet to my babies. Her communication was amazing and I most certainly will be using her again”
About: I’m an experienced pet sitter with over 20 years of experience caring for pets. I love making new furry friends and ensuring they are happy and comfortable. Contact me with any questions you may have! Thank you, April Surrette X x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x xxxxxxx xxx xxx xx. Xx I have a small dog of my own. I enjoy walking, small hikes and taking him to the park. Looking for a few pets in the area to sit. I have walk out area to take dogs out easily. I have had a dog my whole life so am used to walking and feeding times.
About: I have grown up with dogs and cats my entire life. I have friends around the area that have asked for my help with their dogs on multiple occasions. They have often stayed overnight for days in a row. I love making the pet feel comfortable and loved. I promise to take great care of your pet. I am currently a stay at home mom and we adopted a dog. We are always playing outside and taking walks and would love another dog to join us! I will take care of your pet exactly as you do. I will make sure to keep any eating, walking or training schedules that are already in place.
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Kim D.Star Sitter
“Kim was wonderful with my 2 cats and my rabbit. She also took the extra step to take care of the garden. I would definitely use her again and feel confident recommending her to our friends.”
Heidi P.Star Sitter
“Heidi was great. We hired her for just one walk while we were gone for the day. She had good communication and met with us before the visit and gave us an update after she visited and shared photos.”
Cheyanne M.
“Cheyanne took great care of our cat. She came to the house to meet with me and go over everything before I went away. While I was gone she left a note each day explaining what was done during her visit. I would recommend her to others and definitely plan on asked her to care for our cat next time I travel.”
Lisa C.
Star Sitter
“Lisa was wonderful! Great communication, took a lot of pics of my pups during her visit, and went above and beyond. Would 100% recommend her and use her drop-in service again!”
Caitlyn P.
“Dear Pet Owners, I would like to recommend Caitlyn Porell to care for your pet. I am a school counselor and have known Caitlyn for several years. She has cared for my 14 year old pug on several occasions. He has needed special care and she has not hesitated giving medicine, cleaning up vomit, urine and poop! When I have been traveling she has kept me updated with texts, photos, and videos. She has always been on time, stayed in my home, or taken my Joey to her home. He is always happy and contented when I return home. She is a true animal lover. Your pet will be treated like they belong to her. Sincerely, Sue Fernley”
Kate T.
“Kate is great!!!! She takes great care of our kitties while we are gone and is an excellent communicator. It is such a relief knowing that they are in great hands while we are away. Thanks Kate!”
Chelsi C.
“Chelsi would be an amazing person for any of the jobs in the animal care business. She currently cares for her dogs and provides them the best care possible. They are exercised daily and their health is her primary focus. Her care for her pets is genuine and loving and focuses on their best well being.”
Charles T.
“Charles went well beyond our expectations when caring for our 3 large dogs, house cat, barn cat, and numerous chickens too. It was evident that he genuinely wanted the best for all our animals and we would ask him to housesit/petsit again in a heart beat... in fact, we sincerely hope Charles is always available when we need to go out of town. No one I'd rather trust our home and pets to than Charles.”
Andrea D.Star Sitter
“Andrea did such an amazing job with my kitties! One needs oral meds plus one rubbed into his ear each day, and one needs eye drops. She was able to do it from day 1! The cats loved her and she got great photos of them and sent detailed summaries each day. Will definitely happily book her again if an opportunity arises.”
Katie L.
“Last minute request, we are so grateful!! Thank you (:”
Linda G.
About: I’m an all animal lover, I have several pets including two young dogs that I adopted. We love to go for walks, play at the park or hang around the house and play with toys. We would love to spend time with other dogs or any pet you may have. I am available evenings and or nights and some afternoons. I work the evening shift as a nurse and know how hard it can be to find some one you can trust with your babies, especially on the off times. I can provide safe play and walks with or without my dogs, experienced with ferals, ages from young to old and of course lots of love and healthy snacks.also experienced with caged animals and bearded dragons!
Ashley D.
“Ashley is a great sitter! You can tell she genuinely cares about the animals. She is great at communicating and is very responsive. She is just an all around lovely human.”
Kayla L.
“Kayla was awesome!! She really helped us on short notice and went out of her way to meet us the day before as we requested. Highly recommend and would request her help again!”
Laura H.
“Laura was amazing with my dog Sammy while I was away. I have known her for about 3 years now and in the beginning I would leave a note out for everything that needed to be done and she caught on very quickly. Hell, she would even clean up around the house even when I didn’t expect that of her. She was always active with Sammy and he would love it when she came over. I would check in and she would send me the best photos of him at the park! I moved away recently so both of us are very sad she can’t watch Sammy for me, but he sure did love his time with her.”
Calleigh B.
“My pups were very pleased with Calliegh and I was too! All 3 fell in love with her on the first visit and she did the same. Thank you so much!”
Maile M.
“The absolute best pet sitters in the Lakes Region! Our two dogs were well cared for on our well long vacation!”
Taylor Elizabeth C.
“Elizabeth was fantastic. She notified me every time she arrived and left, including photos of our dogs. I was completely comfortable and had no worries that our dogs were her priority. We already booked her for another time and will continue to.”
Phoebe G.
“Phoebe was AMAZING! I asked her to bring her pup Kole during her pop in visit to give my dogs a chance to really stretch the legs while we were away for the day. She sent the best pictures and was so sweet to my babies. Her communication was amazing and I most certainly will be using her again”
April S.
“When I found out that April was on Rover I just had to drop everything and right a testimonial. She is the best! I have let her Watch my dog, walk my dog and Mr. Ghost(my dog) loves her very much and always goes nuts when I say "You want to go see April". I don't know what April does but I know that Ghost is in great care with her and I see how much she Loves all the dogs equally. I can focus on my responsibilities when Ghost is with April. Like I said April is the best!!!”
Brianna R.
“Brianna has had pets in her life most of her life! She has a very kind heart and way with animals. She has experience with cats, rabbits, gerbils and hamsters and some experience with dogs. Her customer service would be extraordinary because of her work making customers in restaurants happy.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Gilford on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $25 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 46 pet sitters in Gilford. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 92% of Gilford pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Gilford.
Rover makes it easy to find Gilford 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
There are 46 pet sitters in Gilford on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
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.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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