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Brittany Alexandra & Stephen E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
80 reviews
30 repeat clients
10 years of experience
St. Petersburg, FL, 33707

Brittany was amazing!! She took amazing care of my fur babies the entire time, my flight home got delayed and she still got up and took care of them. I wouldn’t trust anybody with my. babies more than her!!!

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Marlene P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
495 reviews
131 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Gulfport, FL, 33707

Marlene was such a good caretaker of our fur-baby. Keeping the liter box clean, the food bowl full and her water fountain running ALL while during a HURRICANE. Consistent communication which I really appreciated. 10/10 would recommend

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Alison L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
100 reviews
32 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Saint Petersburg, FL, 33711

Alison is amazing with our pitty, Sadie has always had anxiety issues and with only 2 drop in visits Sadie is giving her kisses and warming up so much to her. We are so thankful we have found Alison to be part of our babies life's

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Abigail P.
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43 reviews
10 repeat clients
5 years of experience
St. Petersburg, FL, 33710

Dependable and caring. Abigail did a fine job with drop in visits for us. She was very responsive through texts and I am very appreciative of her services.

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Anne B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Gulfport, FL, 33707

Anne did so good for the first time staying with Cooper. She interacted with him and was very pleased with her handling & caring of our baby. We hope she will stay with Cooper again.

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Iris C.
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$14
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3 years of experience
Gulfport, FL, 33707

I would highly recommend Iris. She took such good care of my fur baby. Kept me informed both with text and pictures. I definitely would have her back again. ❤️🐈‍⬛❤️

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Samantha F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
St. Pete, FL, 33712

Samantha is amazing. My cat Marilyn was so happy and comfortable, which means everything to me. This was a last-minute booking and she really helped me out in a pinch. I would absolutely book with her again.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
7 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Gulfport, FL, 33707

Ariel was really great with our cat! She is very communicative and we felt totally comfortable with leaving our cat under her care. 100% recommend Ariel for trusted pet care! 🙂

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Maria A.
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$12
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10 years of experience
Gulfport, FL, 33707

About: I have had dogs, cats, guinea pigs, hamsters, fish, bearded dragons, you name it. I am the go-to to call for taking care of your beloved animal. I understand and will fulfill every little preference someone has when I handle their fur baby. What is most important is the animal and owner are happy and comfortable. I am currently studying for the Florida Bar! I just graduated law school in May. I am looking to do something I love and earn a few extra bucks while I am not able to work. I currently just have my 3 guinea pigs because my dog passed away last year and I miss being around them. I live in an area that has sidewalks and people constantly walk there dogs because it’s a safe environment. My apartment has a fenced in grassy area that I can utilize either trying to find the dog a playmate or making sure he’s separate if needed.

Sitter Profile Image: Savannah G.
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Savannah G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
22 years of experience
Gulfport, FL, 33707

About: I am a friend to all animals!! I'm from Florida so I love all kinds of wildlife and have a big appreciation for nature and love to be outdoors, love to take pets on long walks and go to the beach with them. I love all dogs big and small, so I can handle a few different dogs on a walk. I'm fine with any activity level, dogs who like to nap all day or dogs who need to be taken out multiple times. I am also the worlds biggest cat person as I currently am mom to 3 cats, Sasha, Isis, and Frank!! I do absolutely wonderful with cats and am very good at taking care of them and understanding their needs, their boundaries, and their social cues. I've also had bunnies, fish, turtles, and birds as well so my love for animals goes deep and I have experience with a lot. I understand how important they are to us so I would take care of any pet like they are my own and will make sure they are given lots of affection I work from home so I can take care of pets every day. I wake up at 7 am to begin taking care of my cats. I have availabilities 7 days a week. If your pet has a specific routine just fill me in on the details and I will treat them as if they were my own! I live in a home with a backyard and multiple rooms for space for pets. I live in a pet friendly neighborhood where I can walk dogs for miles and miles! If a pet requires any type of specific space, I have room to provide it for them.

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Heather W.
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32 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Saint Petersburg, FL, 33710

Heather did an awesome job! She took really good care of my baby and went out of her way to build a bond with him. She sent daily pictures. I highly recommend her!

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Jane-Runyon H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
25 years of experience
Gulfport, FL, 33707

About: Having pets for over 25 years, and having done a lot of pet sitting for others, has taught me what unconditional love is. I am committed to understanding what each individual pet needs and wants and I tailor my attention to every pet accordingly. Long walks for dogs ✅ shorter walks ✅ playtime ✅ lots of cuddles ✅ no cuddles, no problem ✅ I am here to care for animals the way they like, as it is all about them. I always walk the dogs at their pace and they can stop and sniff as much as they want ❤️ Working for myself, and two days part-time outside my home, offers ample time to care for your pet, whether in your home or mine. I have a big yard for your puppers to play and take long walks everyday...I would love to have your dog along on my neighborhood treks. I also like to load them up in the truck and drive to new, unexplored parts of town...new sights and sounds and smells to keep our awareness sharp.

Sitter Profile Image: Sheila R.
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Sheila R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Gulfport, FL, 33707

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.

Sitter Profile Image: Linzey A.
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Linzey A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
4 repeat clients
12 years of experience
St. Petersburg, FL, 33707

About: I had my dog from age 6-18 and I was her main caretaker. I taught her a lot of tricks, so I am familiar with a lot of common commands. She was so special to me, so I can ensure that I will always treat your pets with the most kindness and respect to honor that bond. I am currently going to college, but I have a lot of flexibility. It is summer so classes are not currently running, and I have more time to care for animals! While boarding, I have a fenced in yard as well as a nice neighborhood for walks. Either while boarding or pet sitting, I make sure that I learn their routines from you and make sure that I follow them as closely as possible.

Sitter Profile Image: Rose P.
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Rose P.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
3 repeat clients
18 years of experience
St. Petersburg, FL, 33710

Would definitely book with her again! She made me feel so safe leaving my puppy while I was at work. She even gave my cat some snuggles and playtime.

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Devin & Kylie P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
136 reviews
46 repeat clients
6 years of experience
St. Petersburg, FL, 33710

We could not be happier about leaving Devin to take care of our dogs. From building a great rapport with them to plenty of pictures and reporting each visit, Devin has proven to be the confident choice to leave them with again in the future. Thank you Devin for the peace of mind you gave us for our trip.

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Sitter Profile Image: Tessa R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
35 years of experience
Gulfport, FL, 33707

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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Lauren G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
10 repeat clients
35 years of experience
St Petersburg, FL, 33710

Lauren was recomended to me and she was available on short notice! She kept me informed and was great with my dogs. I would recommend her everytime.

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Amy J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
140 reviews
48 repeat clients
4 years of experience
St. Petersburg, FL, 33711

Amy went above and beyond to report on my cat’s health and behavior. She’s a great communicator and clearly cares quite a lot about animals. I would absolutely hire her again.

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Cohlee A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
14 repeat clients
8 years of experience
St. Petersburg, FL, 33710

Cohlee is always dependable and has been so helpful in her flexibility with my constantly changing schedule. Truly so dependable and a life saver! She’s reliable, always on time, and it is relieving to know my pup is in such good hands when I’m at work. Thank you, Cohlee!!!

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Brittany took such great care of my two cats. She was punctual, professional and kept me posted with updates and photos! Would definitely book with her again.

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Julia K.
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Paige is always amazing with Bubba. This time we even had to extend our original plans and Paige was able to extend her time. She's great!

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Carol N.
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Baige was amazing! This was the longest I’ve ever left my cat but I knew he was in good hands. Great experience, I will definitely be using Baige again!

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Alyson M.
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Sam is an absolute gem!! I have worked with pet sitters for decades and never had as positive an experience as we did with her. She is not only punctual, thorough, communicative, and an absolutely lovely person, but she went above and beyond spending time with our cat Daisy, sending pictures and videos for each visit, and ensuring that she did everything she could to make our sweet girl feel loved and cared for in our absence. This is definitely a calling for her and we are so grateful to have met her. I would highly recommend Sam to anyone with any pet needs of any kind! She’s as good as it gets 🐾❤️

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Megan G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Mary did a great job as always. She kept me informed of what was going on with my dog and the house. Mary provided a peace of mind while I was away. I will definitely rebook with her in the future.

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rebecca c.
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Marlene has watched my cat multiple times over the years, and I always come home knowing that she was well taken care of.

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Chris C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alison was so awesome! My dogs absolutely loved her and when I came home from my trip I could tell they really enjoyed their time with her while I was away. Alison was especially considerate with my senior dachshund who I was quite nervous to leave, but her separation anxiety was minimal thanks to all the love she got from Alison! Alison was great with juggling the needs of her along with my high energy 4 year old Irish setter. We will definitely be repeat clients!

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Alison H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Reliable, communicative and attentive. Thomas provided daily updates with pictures and videos, was on time for the scheduled visits and provided daily exercise and attention. Exceptional pet care, will definitely be using him in the future.

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Max C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda did a great job sitting for our 2 cats; Binx and Sam. On time each day with Rover card including pics. Everything was fine when we got home as well. Thanks Amanda!!!

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Jeffrey C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Dependable and caring. Abigail did a fine job with drop in visits for us. She was very responsive through texts and I am very appreciative of her services.

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M L.
Drop-In Visits
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Ashley was great with our dog Ham while we went away! Loved getting updated pictures. He looked so happy! Can't wait to use Ashley again!

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Amy F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

The best cat sitter we’ve ever had! Our kitties LOVE Zlata and they are usually very scared of people they don’t know. She sends very thorough check-in updates with lots of cute pictures. Overall she is a sweet person and very personable!

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Annie D.
Drop-In Visits
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Katie took amazing care of our pets while we were gone! She was quick to respond with updates and our pets seemed to really like her! Would highly recommend her service.

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Aubrey D.
Drop-In Visits
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Abi was very friendly with my cat and showed great care and attention. She kept consistent communication with me throughout the three days, which I really appreciated. I highly recommend her!

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Nayadet E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Cassandra was an amazing sitter for our cat. We were nervous since this was the first time our cat was traveling with us and the first time we used Rover but Cassandra did everything she could to make us feel comfortable and spent extra time making sure our cat was cared for and she went above and beyond! I would recommend her and use her again. Five stars. Thank you!

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Tanya L.
Drop-In Visits
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Adriana was great with our kitties and our home during her drop-in visits! Would definitely recommend her services.

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Suzanne S.
Drop-In Visits
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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.

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Donna J.
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Cortney is always helpful & has great communication! My dog loves her and I would definitely recommend her to others!

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Jessica C.
Drop-In Visits
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This is our third time booking Dan to watch our cat and as usual, he was awesome! He is super communicative and courteous, and provides excellent per care. 10/10 would recommend 🙂

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Lisa T.
Drop-In Visits
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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!

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Rafael T.
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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Gulfport on Rover is $18.87 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 6,876 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Gulfport. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Gulfport stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

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.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

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 .

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.

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

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 97% 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.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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