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Brittany Alexandra & Stephen E.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 114 reviews
46 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Gulfport, FL, 33707

“Brittany and Stephen are wonderful people! They love your Family as their own. They have a beautiful home with a fenced in yard and my dogs love being with them. 11/10 would VERY HIGHLY recommend! 🌴🛬🌺🛫🌴”

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Skylar S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Gulfport, FL, 33707

“Skylar is amazing!!! Went above and beyond for us, and she took great care of my boy. Excellent communication and flexibility. Definitely had peace of mind with her and will book again. Highly recommend!”

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Tracy S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Saint Petersburg, FL, 33713

“Tracy was awesome and super accommodating to my drop off and pick up scheduling. Marlie had such a fun time and I felt really happy that he had a friend to play with!”

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Emma & William Q.
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$63
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 75 reviews
26 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Saint Petersburg, FL, 33707

“I felt comfortable leaving our 2 dogs with Emma when our family traveled to Iceland. They were well cared for and I would definitely recommend Emma.”

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Alyssa H.
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$68
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 101 reviews
24 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Saint Petersburg, FL, 33712

“So thrilled to have Alyssa sending videos and picture updates over the weekend. Rest assured my pup was doing great. Ace is a sweetie too!! Thanks Alyssa ;-)”

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Suzi B.
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DJ R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
2 repeat clients
28 years of experience
St. Petersburg, FL, 33711

“Dj was great! Definitely going to rebook!”

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Daniel K.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 289 reviews
113 repeat clients
20 years of experience
St Petersburg, FL, 33714

“So happy I found Dan! My puppy obviously had a blast playing with all the other boarders as well as Dan’s puppy MACO- she didn’t want to leave! Also it was comforting to know that all the dogs that were guests at his house along with my puppy were all friendly dogs. They all got along well! A huge thank you to Dan for trimming my puppy’s toenails too! I will be using Dan from now on for my dog sitter. Thanks again Dan!”

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Sheila L.
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Erandi S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 105 reviews
32 repeat clients
15 years of experience
St Petersburg, FL, 33705

“Cici loved going to Erandi's beautiful home! She sent lots of picture updates, and we'll definitely be booking again. I feel very safe leaving Cici here, she's an amazing dog sitter.”

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Gianna P.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
St Petersburg, FL, 33713

“Our dogs loved their time with Gianna and her big yard out back! She sent daily updates and pictures. When we came to pick them up, they were very happy, will certainly be visiting again. Great stay, thanks Gianna!”

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Kimberly E.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
St. Petersburg, FL, 33701

“Kimberly is such an attentive pet sitter! She is very good about keeping you updated on your pup, and is so flexible and kind. Would definitely book with her again!”

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Amy H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 191 reviews
50 repeat clients
40 years of experience
St Petersburg, FL, 33705

“So happy Amy was able to work her schedule to take care of Marley while we traveled. Peace of mind knowing he was in an excellent caring person.”

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Dawn M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
St. Petersburg, FL, 33704

“This was our first time leaving our 85 lb Rottweiler mix, Sheba, since adopting her from the rescue about a year ago—and after meeting Dawn, we felt completely at ease. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that Dawn would treat Sheba like one of her own. She has a beautiful home with a warm, welcoming family and a spacious, fenced-in yard filled with toys to keep Sheba active and entertained. What really stood out was Dawn’s genuine care and attentiveness. When Sheba woke up at 2 a.m. whining, Dawn not only took her outside but even spent the rest of the night on the couch to comfort her. It’s rare to find someone who goes above and beyond like that. We’re so grateful to have found Dawn and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a loving, responsible sitter for their pet.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Tiffany H.
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Tiffany H.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 85 reviews
43 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Saint Petersburg, FL, 33705

“I left my dog with Tiffany, this was my first time using Rover and entrusting him with someone outside of my family or a close friend. Tiffany provided the utmost comfort and care. She relieved any worries I had and continuously updated me on how Buddy is doing and what there plans are for the day. I had an emergency and she was able to flexible with time. You can tell so easily that Tiffany cares a great deal towards animals and is the sweetest soul. She seriously goes above and beyond, this is the person you want watching your animals! She was able to meet all of my needs for Buddy and so much more. Thank you for all the care and all the love you provided Buddy, Tiffany. You’re an amazing human.”

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Kaitlyn B.
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$38
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 138 reviews
38 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Saint Petersburg, FL, 33714

“Kaitlyn did such an amazing job! She was wonderful and kept me updated throughout the week and sent lots of photos and videos! I would definitely recommend:)”

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Nikki J.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 294 reviews
77 repeat clients
11 years of experience
St Petersburg, FL, 33713

“We have used Nikki on multiple occasions for mid-day walks as well as multiple day/night stays for our two dogs, a Doberman named Maggie and a terrier mix named Widget. Nikki has been just fantastic caring for our girls! Maggie and Widget require specific care, and Nikki is always so accommodating, caring, thorough, and attentive. She took the time to arrange a "meet and greet" with myself and the dogs beforehand and made us feel comfortable that we were leaving our dogs in caring and capable hands. She had no problem accommodating special feeding and medication requests, and went out of her way to make sure the girls had plenty of activities to keep them busy and plenty of comfy places to sleep and relax during their stay. Her home is extremely dog friendly and she has a fenced yard with ample opportunity for exploring, playing, and swimming in the pool! She always provides us with many updates and pictures which allows us to relax and enjoy our time out of town, or to know our dogs are being well attended to during longer work days. We are glad to have found Nikki, and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for top notch care for their dog(s)!”

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Christina J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 366 reviews
129 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Largo, FL, 33770

“Christina, you are a life saver! Thank you so much for allowing Maple to stay with you and your group of doggo friends all day. You were so very nice and accommodating! Maple was one tired puppy after playing all day! Thank you for the pictures, updates and allowing her to visit with you even though her dads were late!”

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Liz P.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 70 reviews
30 repeat clients
15 years of experience
St Petersburg, FL, 33713

“Amazing experience! Liz and her husband Bryan were wonderful to our pets while we were away for several days. We received check-ins from her everyday with pictures and updates of how they were doing. They cared for them as their own and provided a fun and safe experience for them. We came home to very happy babies! I would recommend Liz to anyone! P.S. to anyone with big dogs- our lab Smoky is 2-years old, 80 lbs, and obsessed with playtime. They were able to handle him effortlessly and were totally comfortable with his big boy antics. Again, definitely recommend!”

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Cassandra H.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 161 reviews
39 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Gulfport, FL, 33707

“Amazing! Cassandra was super nice and accommodating with my kitty, this was a very last minute and she went above and beyond to make sure Toshi was taken care of. Great communication!”

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Gabriela L.
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Kriss V.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 43 reviews
22 repeat clients
15 years of experience
St. Petersburg, FL, 33705

“My experience using Kriss' services was excellent. Kriss was on time for the pickup and delivery of our pet, Liza. Kriss updated me fairly often, giving me details regarding Liza's stay at her apartment. Kriss even sent photos and texts whenever requested and a couple of times, Kriss sent updates on her own. On the pictures, Liza always looked happy, groomed and clean. I will continue using Kriss’ services, and, based on my experience, recommend you continue placing pets under her care.”

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Ruby R.
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$30
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25 years of experience
saint petersburg, FL, 33710

About: I have lots of experience but new to rover. I grew up on a farm and have cared for all types of animals. From cows,horses and emus to rabbits chickens and guinea pigs. I have my own 12 year old Maltese that I treat like a member of the family. I am a stay at home mom and homeschool my daughter. We are usually at home and have a steady schedule. We go on frequent walk in our neighborhood. We have a fenced in back yard and security cameras. We are pretty active and take frequent walks in our quiet neighborhood. We enjoy getting to know new pets.

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Gulfport is $45

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Cassidy and her son made my little dog feel so safe and comfortable! I would definitely book with her again!

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Christina P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We couldn't have asked for better caregivers for our two dogs! They are kind, patient, and considerate. You can tell that they really do love pets! Our boys got spoiled with toys and lots of affection. We got updates throughout the day on how the dogs were doing and how much they were enjoying their time. That helped us enjoy our vacation knowing that our boys were in good hands. Also, the backyard is amazing, lots of room to run and areas to explore. Angela and Kenny were flexible with me and my schedule. They made the whole experience stress-free. I'm very grateful for that!

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Melissa N.
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Pam is WONDERFUL! We have a 8 month old puppy and have had Pam watch her every time. She truly cares about the dogs in her care and it gives us so much peace of mind when we are away. Not only does she take them for walks, she practices training with her, takes her on adventures to the beach and to the park, and is always sending pictures and videos. She truly is the best. It can always feel unsettling leaving your pet with someone but with Pam, we know she’s in the best hands. 10/5 stars if I could!

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Aly H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I was very comfortable with Sandra watching Macy. She was very responsive and sent lots of videos and photos. Macy was also not feeling her best but Sandra took great care of her. Totally recommend!

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Austin S.
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My dog Mack has separation anxiety and Lauren was extra cognizant of his special needs. Mack had a comfortable stay and was very well taken care of!

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Carolyn C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Brittany was terrific. We are very grateful that she was available and amenable to care for our pug Bruno at the very last minute due to a sudden change of plans as we were leaving town. Brittany immediately bonded with Bruno and it was clear that he was enjoying himself. We couldn’t be happier with our experience.

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Steve L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Tracy was wonderful with our anxious hound dog, Cleo. She sent us pictures every day we were gone and let us know that Cleo was adjusting well. tracy made pick up and drop off a breeze.

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Kim T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelly was great, she kept me updated throughout the weekend, sent lots of pictures and was attentive to Lunas needs!

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Aymee P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Grace was wonderful with my golden, Minnie! She sent lots of updates and Minnie came back happy & tuckered out after a weekend full of play!

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Melissa S.
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Leigh was very flexible and accommodating! Our doggos had a great time with her while we were away for an out-of-state wedding

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Alyssa R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Bear loves going to Peggy’s home! He’s always treated like her own. She is a pleasure to work with and always responsive and accommodating.

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Sophia C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We had a wonderful experience with Jackie! She was caring, reliable, and incredibly communicative throughout the entire stay. We especially appreciated how many updates and photos she sent each day, which gave us peace of mind and made it easy to see that our pup was in great hands. It was clear she genuinely cared, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We would absolutely book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, attentive sitter!

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Megan C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We took our boy to Molly for a weekend boarding. It went so well, Jersey loved being at Camp Molly & Olive’s! I think he might have a crush on her cute dog Olive 💕. Jersey is looking forward to his next camp over coming up soon🐾🐾

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Andrea F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ruthie was great and we felt so comfortable with her taking care of our pups! She sent lots of pictures and made both dogs feel right at home! Thank you for providing a safe place for our girls! We will definitely be using Ruthie again!

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Joy F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We're so grateful to have found Jennifer! She has a great space for the puppies and she lets our Honey snuggle with her on couches and beds, which makes her feel right at home. Honey always looks like she's having a great time in the pictures, and she comes home happy and tuckered out.

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Sumi C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We couldn’t be happier with the wonderful care Liz provided for our sweet fur baby, Pepper! From start to finish, Liz was incredibly friendly, kind, and attentive. Her communication was fantastic, and we loved receiving regular updates and adorable pictures throughout Pepper’s stay. It gave us such peace of mind knowing Pepper was in such loving and capable hands while we were away. We’re so grateful to have found Liz and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter. Pepper gives Liz two paws up! 🐾❤️

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Jessie M.
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Maddie did great! She was extremely easy to communicate with, gave me updates about my pup, and her dogs got along well with mine. Would highly recommend!

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Monica K.
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Skylar is amazing!!! Went above and beyond for us, and she took great care of my boy. Excellent communication and flexibility. Definitely had peace of mind with her and will book again. Highly recommend!

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Chrisanna H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend Elisa! She has watched our dog, Ollie, on two different occasions. Just recently, she kept him for 2+ weeks. Gave daily updates and definitely kept him entertained and enjoying life with his favorite things - fetch, walks, etc.

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Jeremy C.
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Emma and William were wonderful in keeping us updated with photos etc of Curry. It looks like she had a great time and she came home happy. She also came home with the cutest necklace and treats made by Emma! 💗💗

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Ashley R.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Gulfport is $44 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $23 and $61 per night. 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 3,134 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Gulfport. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

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.

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.

95% of sitters in Gulfport can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this 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 Gulfport home-away-from-home, we recommend 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 Gulfport.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

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

  • 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% 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.

You and your Gulfport 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 Rover Guarantee, 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page.

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 FL 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.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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