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“Jackie continues to be awesome. One of my pups got sick and she took him to the vet and then cared for him. She reported vet findings clearly and what meds he needed administered so I could easily take over when I got home. The other two pups were fine and she also gave them the love and care they needed. We can always tell when the dogs have been well cared for because while they’re very happy to see us, they don’t seem at all stressed. Just switching people who care about them.”
“Marideth was fantastic! Very kind and responsive. She watched our 10 yr.old Jack Russell Bandit during our weekend away and kept everything in order & our Bandit had a great time! We would definitely book her services again.”
About: Hi! My name is Celeste. I’ve been caring for animals for 20+ years and believe every animal is special, beautiful, and has a unique personality! I helped train dogs at Petco for three years which taught me how to anticipate and correct behaviors. I will make sure they are loved, entertained, learning, and safe. You don’t have to worry about your fur baby when they’re with me :) A little more about me: I’m currently a quality control lab technologist and decided to care for dogs in my spare time. It’s a great way to get out of the house, get exercise, and meet adorable animals!! Please feel free to ask me any questions. I look forward to caring for your pets! Thanks! — Celeste
About: I have lived with cats my entire life and have an abundance of experience caring for them, meeting their needs and wants. Growing up, I also lived with fostered pugs from a local pet rescue and have experience caring for them. While living in Colorado recently, I gained further experience cat sitting, while caring for dogs, geckos, pet birds, and chickens in a suburban setting. I have some experience walking dogs in urban settings. I am able to visit or stay with your dog to provide food, water medicine, play, and companionship. I also clean yards and immediately pickup pet waste when outside and clean in-house messes to prevent stains. I am communicative about pets and send daily updates and photos unless requested otherwise. I am currently a graduate student who only has class two days a week. I can visit animals daily with limitations to evening time on Tuesdays for visits. I am able to stay overnight with pets in their homes everyday and my maximum time out of the home at this time is 7 hours once a week. I often stay with dogs and visit cats, but can stay overnight in order to maintain their feeding and exercise routines. I let dogs out into the yard and spend time playing with them outside or go on morning and evening walks. With current flexibility, I can go on lunchtime walks. I always update clients about their pets daily unless requested otherwise.
About: I’m newer to the Buffalo area but I’ve been dog sitting in my hometown, Auburn for a couple years now! I began helping out with the family who I babysit for’s dog and I have loved it since! Hi! I’m currently a student at Buffalo State but I have a flexible schedule and am more than willing to work with you! + have plenty of time to play with your furry friends! I carefully follow all care instructions, including feeding schedules, medication needs, and preferred routines. I’m happy to send regular updates and photos so you can feel confident and connected while you’re away.
“We love having Katie dog sit for Odin and Sasha! She's always great to check in with before, during and after the stay. As a pet mom, I love the photos she takes. It's a relief to know they're in great and trusting hands”
“Ciara was amazing as always! She stayed over with our GSD for the weekend and she gave us constant updates and pictures throughout the entire stay! I would trust her with my babies any day!”
“Rachael took great care of Murphy! She did a great job communicating with me and keeping me informed of what was going on with Murphy the whole time. She also sent lots of pictures. Murphy would be happy to see Rachael again!”
About: I’ve always loved being around animals and understand that every pet has their own personality and needs. I have experience caring for dogs, cats, and many other small pets. I’m comfortable with different temperaments, energy levels, and routines. I’m calm, patient, reliable, and happy to follow your pets routine so they feel comfortable and cared for while you’re away! I have a flexible schedule and can accommodate a variety of pet care needs throughout the day and week. I’m reliable with drop ins, walks, or longer stays and can stick with your pets routine. I make sure every pet stays safe, comfortable and happy while in their own home. I follow your instructions carefully, keep doors and gates secure, and supervise pets at all times. I treat your home with respect keeping it clean and organized, and create a calm environment for your pet.
“Professional and talented house sitter! We had to leave town last minute and Elisabeth was here on schedule to meet and care for our dogs. She made record progress with our one who can be reactive to strangers, and kept them on their routine while we were away. Thanks and we will definitely rebook in the future.”
About: I am a veterinary technician. If you do not know what that is, then let me tell you. A vet tech is a nurse, anesthetist, dental technician, radiology technician, pharmacy technician, and receptionist. One person doing the work of many. So not only do I have experience with the care of animals I also know how to wear many hats. Aside from caring for other people's pets I also care for my own dog. A male shih tzu named Harley. As most people do, I think of him as part of the family. Let me help you provide quality care for your furry family member. You can trust that your dog is in good hands because I will treat your dog just like my own. Pet care is my daily routine. During the week, I am available to care for your pet early mornings before 7am for drop ins, after 7pm for drop ins and walks. I have more availability on the weekends. I will not bring pets to my home. so, I will follow your instructions on how to properly care for your pets in your home.
“Katie was amazing! She watched my dog, Molly, for the day. Katie was very accommodating to my schedule, communicated effectively and most importantly kept Molly happy and safe! I would highly recommend her to anyone.”
“Lauren was so good with the animals! She sent lots of pictures and the animals looked so happy and cared for. Lauren had great communication and we would absolutely hire her again.”
“Brianna is a lifesaver! She had already been doing a fantastic job caring for my cat Thor (a very spoiled and special boy,) while I was all the way on the west coast, his daily pictures showing a happy kitty. I ended up having to reschedule my flight multiple times, and I believe had to rebook Brianna about 3 times! I ended up needing another 2 weeks or so of in-home care, and she took care of Thor with no issue and made this stressful delay so much less so as I knew my baby was being taken care of. She really went out of her way to make sure he was happy and had what he needed even in the most terrible weather. When I came home my place was clean and neat like I had left it (not even litter box smell,) mail on the counter, dishes cleaned, and even my plants were all perfectly healthy. Thor was in a great mood, I was so happy to find him feeling so well and not depressed or in a down mood from me being gone so long which he usually is after I've left him for a while - and I know that's because Brianna not only made sure he had his basic needs met but because she spent quality time with him. I can't thank her enough!”
About: Experienced canine care provider of small and large breeds. Ability to administer oral medication, enforce healthy diet and maintain exercise habits with consideration for dog’s individual needs. Extensive knowledge of safe to consume food for dogs. Frequent trips to the dog park are routine. All dogs are treated with love in my home, they are given the same level of attention and care as Zeus. Zeus is a gentle giant, his nature is playful yet mellow. He is 9yo, in great health and updated on all vaccinations. Zeus gets fresh fruit and veggie snacks daily and attends doggy day care twice a week for socialization. Having a hybrid job position makes pet care very manageable. Weekends are spent at home with a trip to the dog park or nearby hiking trail. Crating can be accommodated. Zeus can provide company, if you prefer individual care for your dog Zeus can stay with family or friends for duration of boarding. Dogs are allowed on furniture, please specify if you have trained your dog otherwise.
Grider pet parents share their Rover experiences
Bri was wonderful with our senior dog. As our dog has gotten older, it has become trickier to find someone we trust to leave her with— anxiety inducing for both us and the dog! But we felt great leaving her with Bri and came home to a very happy pup. Bri was very communicative and gave us lots of updates. We look forward to booking with her again!
Marideth was so great with Butter while we were gone. She was patient with his shy demeanor and made quick progress building trust with him. She sent plenty of updates and photos which left our minds at ease knowing he was in such great care and doing well. Will definitely book with Marideth again!
Personally, I thought what we were asking of Jackie was a huge lift, but she made it seem like no big deal. 10,000 pills, Eye drops and a rather crippled dog. Both the dog and the cat seemed super happy when we got back, not depressed. She must’ve given them plenty of attention and cared for them very well.
We couldn't have asked for a better person to watch Dug at the house as we travelled this past weekend. From the meet and greet to the end of stay, Amy was a true gem. She contacted us upon arrival at the house, kept us informed throughout the 2 days with text messages and pictures, and cleaned up the house before leaving. Coming home to a happy dog and a clean house was very much appreciated. I would give Amy a 5+ Star rating if it went higher.
Karen was so wonderful!!!!! Took excellent care of my three cats, dog, and axolotl for a whole week. She kept in touch with me about how they were doing, and even gave me some extra water/food containers for them! When my flight home got delayed, she was willing to stay and take care of the animals for me for an extra day, even though she didn't have to. 10/10 thank you so much, Karen <3
Reilly was fantastic! She showed up on time, followed every instruction for all three of our dogs, including administering medicine and vitamins. She interacted with them, let them out frequently and was never gone for more than a few hours. Would hire her anytime!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Grider.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Grider house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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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