Dog Sitting in Gulfport
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Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Amanda did a great job cat sitting for our 2 cats. Taking care of feedings, litter box, and spending time interacting with them. She sent us a rover card and pics each day to keep us updated as well. Thanks Amanda!!”

“I cannot recommend Tessa highly enough! From the moment we first reached out, her responsiveness was exceptional. Appointment requests were always answered within minutes, making scheduling incredibly easy and stress-free. One of our biggest concerns was having someone we could truly trust in our home—and this sitter exceeds all expectations. She respected our space, kept everything tidy, and we always felt completely comfortable knowing our dog was in such capable and reliable hands. What truly sets Tessa apart is her remarkable attentiveness to our dog’s special needs. Our aging Weimaraner has a unique diet and medication schedule and some specific behavioral quirks, but Tessa took the time to learn every detail and made sure our dog felt happy and safe. We regularly received thoughtful updates, photos, and messages, which gave us so much peace of mind while away. If you’re searching for a quick-to-respond, trustworthy, and attentive pet sitter, look no further. Our experience has been nothing short of outstanding!”

“Excellent choice for our Kitty. Lacey did daily drop in visits while we were gone and sent daily reports and photos. Our Kitty was well taken care of. Highly recommend Lacey.”


About: As the proud parent of both a dog and cat, I am intimately familiar with their unique behaviors and needs. I have worked with particularly pampered pets of all shapes and sizes in the past 10 years. I am flexible, reliable, punctual and trustworthy. Services include: • dog walking • dog park visits • drop in visits/potty breaks/medication administration I am insured and bonded and bring stellar references. Known as reliable, punctual and trustworthy. Client Endorsements: "Sam loves having you take care of him!" - Suzie B. "Sheila Rice is the only person with whom I would leave my dog, Sophie. She is "in tune" with the way Sophie behaves and is able to achieve harmony in her home as soon as Sophie arrives. Sheila is loving and caring to Sophie without over doing it. Would and have recommended her to all my dog-owning friends." - Beth A. "She took care of my pup Waylon today and it's so nice to know I can be gone for the whole day and not have to worry about my "baby". She cares for him as if he is hers....GREAT pet sitter and GREAT gal!!" - Elizabeth D. "My good friend, Sheila Rice, is an excellent pet sitter and dog walker. She's taken care of my kitties when I've gone away and they are always well looked after. She has good rates. If anyone is looking for this kind of service, I highly recommend Sheila." - Jo S. “I would recommend Sheila to be anyone's pet sitter! Sheila was my pet sitter for a few years. Sheila came to my home daily, and not only did she walk my fur baby, she spent time "loving" her and playing with her. My fur baby left me in 2013 due to incurable cancer. Sheila even came over to say goodbye to my girl. She is one of the kindest women I have ever met and I trust her with any of my fur babies!” – Karen P. “You are the BEST!! We are giving your name and number to the folks who bought our house. They have 2 kitties.” - April F. “My two fur babies love it when Sheila takes care of them.”- Missy B. “Best Pet Sitter Ever! I used her a lot!” - Ashley B. “I would highly recommend Sheila to anyone looking for a pet sitter/dog walker. I have used Sheila's services for 2 years. She took excellent care of my dogs was dependable and accommodating . Knowing that my dogs were well cared for made traveling for work less stressful.” – Mark S. Retired. Will provide superior sitting services for particularly pampered pets every day between 8am and 7pm. I love pets and bring 10 years experience working with fur babies, all ages and needs. I care for particularly pampered pets in the client's home. Services include in-home visits including feeding, putting out fresh water, brushing pets, taking dogs on walks, cleaning litter boxs, giving medications and engaging in activity. I bring stellar references and have earned a reputation for reliability, punctuality and being trustworthy.
“Heather visited with Ruby before and were friends from the beginning. She was on time at the agreed hours and took care of Ruby with no issues. I found her to be friendly, reliable and pampering towards Ruby. I would not hesitate to have her take care of Ruby anytime. Thanks Heather, till next time!”

About: I have had dogs my whole life. I currently own two dogs- one chihuahua, Rocco who is a sweetheart and one miniature schnauzer, Freddy who is a riot. I have been dog sitting for friends and family for years now. I work from home three days a week in Gulfport. I walk my dogs around the neighborhood often. I’m pretty available and open on the weekends. In my home, I have a fenced in backyard and my dogs love to play with others. I treat them as family members and make sure they get a lot of love and attention often.
About: I recently moved to St Petersburg and my dog Kai is without her cousin (her doggie BFF). She loves other dogs, and would love for you to drop your dog off for a play date in the yard or a slumber party! Kai will even share some treats with you, and let you hang out in her bed. Kai is “human shy” as she is a rescue so if you would like to do a meet and greet we prefer the dog to human ratio favor the dog, aka a dog park, or her own home. I work from home so I have the ability to spend lots of time with the dogs in the yard and on walks. Fenced in back yard in Gulfport for dogs to hang out in. Dogs are allowed anywhere in house, and plenty of treats to share (if parents allow). Kai is a female dog, very friendly with all dog types, does enjoy a good game of chase, or wrestling.
“Paige was great. Responded to messages promptly, arrived on time and stayed the full hour, and sent pics to keep us updated. Highly recommend and would definitely use her again.”

“The pets love Mary Anna and she did a great job. She went beyond my basic request to just let the dogs out by giving the pets extra attention and play time. Will be using her again!”

“Dylan went above and beyond to get to our house to take good care of our sweet rabbit for 9 days during a huge winter storm. He shoveled and had to walk in from the road due to all the snow and he kept us up to date daily.”

About: I truly love animals and understand how important it is for pets to feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while their owners are away. I have experience caring for dogs of all ages and personalities, and I make sure every pet gets plenty of attention, exercise, playtime, and affection. I am reliable, patient, and attentive to each pet’s individual needs, whether that means going on long walks, sticking to a routine, or simply providing companionship. I currently work evenings, which means I’m available during the day before 4 PM, 7 days a week! I understand that many pet owners need a reliable dog walker or pet sitter while they are at work, so my schedule works especially well for daytime walks and check-ins. I am also available for pet sitting throughout the week, including overnight stays. I care for pets by making sure they feel comfortable, safe, and loved while keeping their normal routines as consistent as possible. I can maintain specialized feeding schedules and meals, provide walks and exercise for dogs of all energy levels, and make sure pets get plenty of attention and companionship throughout the day.
“Kaylyn did a great job! She met with me a few days before to make me feel better about making a good choice. Sent pics and kept me updated with the whole process. Would definitely ask her to watch Napoleon again.”

Gulfport dog parents share their Rover experiences
Sara did a great job with our drop-in visits. I accidentally gave her the wrong lockbox code. She stayed patient and figured it out. Whew! Really impressive! She was punctual, communicative, and easy to work with throughout. I’d definitely recommend her and would book again.

Heather visited with Ruby before and were friends from the beginning. She was on time at the agreed hours and took care of Ruby with no issues. I found her to be friendly, reliable and pampering towards Ruby. I would not hesitate to have her take care of Ruby anytime. Thanks Heather, till next time!

Anika is hands down the best Rover sitter my fur kids have ever had. We all will miss her as we are moving out of state. I can’t recommend her enough. She’s responsive, reliable, communicative and writes the best report cards- I feel like I’m really caught up on the animals with her in charge. If you’re looking for a good sitter look no further!

I cannot recommend Tessa highly enough! From the moment we first reached out, her responsiveness was exceptional. Appointment requests were always answered within minutes, making scheduling incredibly easy and stress-free. One of our biggest concerns was having someone we could truly trust in our home—and this sitter exceeds all expectations. She respected our space, kept everything tidy, and we always felt completely comfortable knowing our dog was in such capable and reliable hands. What truly sets Tessa apart is her remarkable attentiveness to our dog’s special needs. Our aging Weimaraner has a unique diet and medication schedule and some specific behavioral quirks, but Tessa took the time to learn every detail and made sure our dog felt happy and safe. We regularly received thoughtful updates, photos, and messages, which gave us so much peace of mind while away. If you’re searching for a quick-to-respond, trustworthy, and attentive pet sitter, look no further. Our experience has been nothing short of outstanding!

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Dog Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog sitters about your booking. Typically, dog sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from dog sitter to dog sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing dog sitters available in Gulfport.
Rover makes it easy to find Gulfport dog sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star dog sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog sitting is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Dog parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their dog sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog 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 dog sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog sitter’s cancellation policy.


















