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“Crystal is such a thoughtful and caring sitter! Every time I take Scooter he comes out of his shell more and more. It’s been amazing watching him blossom. I’m so grateful to have found Crystal. She is a blessing to me and my furbaby!”
“Asha was AMAZING! She took care of my 120 pounds German Shephard for a weekend, ans she took very good care of him. Plenty of walks and snuggles! She provided updates twice a day with pictures, so I could see that he was doing well! I would totally book her again if I go away for another weekend!”
“Sandra took excellent care of my energetic two-year old fur baby while we were out of the country for nine days. During that time Sandra sent photos and updates. I felt completely at ease knowing Nani was in good hands!”
“It's reassuring to know that your dog's caretaker likes your dog (almost) as much as you do. I could tell by the texts and photos Jeff sent me during Ruth's stay with him that they were having a blast. I returned home to a worn-out, happy pup. I can't ask for more. Thanks Jeff!”
“I want to say that Tasha is just the best sitter I have had, and here are the specific things I was looking for that Tasha provided. She is super friendly, responds within a very short time to requests, knows what she is doing with dogs, and is very accommodating. I have periods of travel and odd arrival home times, and she always tries to help make it possible to pick up my Irish Setter Riley. Riley is an energetic soul, like all setters, and though there is not an ounce of harm in her, she is on the go, a strong dog, and needs a good handler. I feel safe leaving her with Tasha, and that peace of mind is great. With my previous sitter, Riley sometimes came back smelling of smoke, which is why I started looking elsewhere. I'm glad I found Tasha and would thoroughly recommend her every time. Mark”
“Mady is amazing. I think our golden had more fun on his “vacation” with Mady’s family than we did on ours. This was our first time leaving our boy with anyone ?. Mady communicates flawlessly- many pictures and videos daily showing all the fun they are having. We give her our highest possible recommendation.”
“We had such a great experience with Kennedy! She took such good care of our pup while we were gone! She was very communicative and sent us multiple photos each day of all of their adventures. It was so nice to know our pup was in such good hands. We will definitely be repeat clients :)”
“Pita seems like she had a great stay. They were very responsive the entire weekend to messages and sent me pictures of my puppy while I was away. Would definitely trust pita here again.”
“Mark and his family were an absolute pleasure to work with. Gianni and Milan have never been so happy upon their return. Mark paid very close attention to each dogs needs and personality. He was extremely observant and attentive when explaining their daily routine. You can always tell how well cared for your fur babies are while they are there and when they return. He mad sure to send daily updates and some AMAZING pics of our dogs. We can’t event get them to smile that much lol will definitely use his services again for sure!”
About: I have always had pets since I was a little girl. I have had cats, dogs, fish, and gerbils. I have done pet sitting for neighbors for the past 17 years. I am doing this because I know the struggle to find a good, reliable pet sitter that you trust. I am currently working full-time Monday through Friday and am home by 3:30-4pm. I am also available most weekends. I have a young shih tzu of my own who would love to have some company. I live in an apartment, but I do take my dog out at least 3 times a day on weekdays and four time a day on weekends. We do have several nearby dog parks if that is something you would like.
“Angela was so very warm, welcoming, and kind to our puppy. Minnie took to her right away, and because of the meet and greet, she knew exactly where we were going when we dropped her off. Angela was very thorough, asking all the important questions, and she even let my daughter visit to say hi to Minnie.”
“Cynthia is extremely professional and definitely love dogs. I’m so glad I found her. She truly have been great to my fur babies. You must try her and I promise you that you won’t regret it!!!”
“My dog, Molly did really well with Patricia and her family. I received wonderful photos of her daily. As an older dog with some medical issues and daily medication, I was concerned about leaving her for over two weeks. They took great care of her and made sure she got her medicine. She came home happy and relaxed, so I know she felt very comfortable in their care. I would definitely use them again and feel very grateful for the loving care they gave Molly. I highly recommend using them to anyone looking for great care for their pet.”
“Natalia and Edward are fantastic! I’ve used them twice now and have nothing but positive things to say! They’re great about sending daily updates. I will for sure use again!”
“Amazing! My dog and I are joined at the hip and I don’t love leaving her just anywhere! Rouday was so kind and my dog took good care of him right away. His flexibility and graciousness with me almost stood out more than his professionalism and care with my dog. Highly recommend!!!”
“Julijai and her family were phenomenal dog sitters! They took such great care of my guy, Eli. He loved running around in their big fenced in yard and playing with their own pups who were around Eli’s age. He came home tired and happy :) Couldn’t have asked for more from Julijai and her family. They were great and I’d highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, loving dog sitter.”
“Diego you did a great job taking care of my baby. Thank you!! And I appreciate kept me updated for his whole staying! Would definitely look for you for boarding my dog again!!”
“Cora was very friendly and accommodating. She was sending us pictures twice daily and updating us of how our dog buster was doing. Would definitely recommend her and would surely come back to her.”
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Yasheen cared for my pup while I was recently out of town for four days. He readily agreed to do a meet and greet before hand and was overall very easy to communicate with. Jack seemed to enjoy his stay with Yasheen. I would have loved more photos and status updates without having to prompt him but overall was happy with Yasheen and will use his services again.
Estela was absolutely wonderful with Spot! From the very beginning, communication was super easy, and I received regular photo updates that completely put my mind at ease while I was away. Spot kept scratching at the door on the way home which tells me he happy, relaxed, and well-cared for. I couldn't have asked for a better experience and will definitely be booking with [Sitter's Name] again in the future!
Great experience! My Frenchie was clearly loved and well cared for during her stay. I received daily photos and updates, which was so reassuring and made it easy to see that she was happy and having a great time. She came home happy and relaxed. I really appreciate the wonderful care and communication, and I would definitely book with this sitter again!
Storm always has a great time. I love knowing that she settles right in like she’s at home. I know she loves spending time with Marissa and her Furbabies and can’t wait to go back! As long as we live in the area Storm will be delighted any chance she has to go back!
The nicest! Phill cared for our dog, he didn't just keep her while we were gone. Thoughtfully communicated how she was adjusting to her new surroundings, and was engaged with her to learn her personality. Our girl is a 50lb Micro Bully and he had no trouble with our lil' tank, adjusting her walks so she could manage the summer heat. We're grateful, Phill. Thank you!
Ilia is an outstanding sitter! She came over and bonded with Tofu prior to our travels. We were also fortunate that he got along well with her two dogs. She provided me with daily updates with pictures. Tofu made himself at home with Ilia and settled in pretty well by the first night. I strongly recommend Ilia to sit your fur baby. She's caring, attentive, communicative, and overall compassionate. I was comforted to know that my dog was in the greatest care in my absence. Thank you, Ilia!
Lily was so kind and accommodating. She took a last minute booking for my boy Kash. My first time booking with her and she was so professional, and kept me informed the entire trip. She was even able to keep him for an extra night when my trip was delayed, and dropped him off for me the next day. 10 out of 10, amazing dog sitter. Thanks Lily:)
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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 Goddard 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 Goddard.
<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 Goddard 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 MD 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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