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Sitter Profile Image: Tabitha S.
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Tabitha S.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
117 reviews
39 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Halethorpe, MD, 21227

Tabitha is WONDERFUL! My dog is very emotionally needy (has anxiety), and I needed a sitter very last minute. Tabitha came to the rescue and was so attentive with Franny and did such a good job with her! I really trust her and i can’t wait to use her again 🙂

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Samantha R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
12 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Halethorpe, MD, 21227

We had a wonderful, stress-free experience with Samantha during her week-long stay in our home. She took great care of our dog and he was completely himself when we returned. Our home was also well cared for and very clean when we returned. She kept us updated regularly with photos and messages, and we had peace of mind while traveling. Samantha is reliable, trustworthy, friendly, and professional. We would absolutely book her again!

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Elizabeth O.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
13 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Elkridge, MD, 21075

Liz and Rich took amazing care of our recently adopted dog and our 2 cats. We came home to pets who were calm and happy and interactive - even our shy cat. To me, this is what it's all about, knowing your pets were well cared for and given lots of love. Will definitely use them again!

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Emily C.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
73 reviews
26 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Severn, MD, 21144

Emily was extremely professional, attentive, and caring with my cats while she house sat for me over the weekend during my trip to Maine. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing all four of my cats were accounted for, fed, and cared for, and I really appreciated the check-in photos and updates throughout the weekend. She let me know when they had breakfast, when she was heading out for the night, and kept their routine consistent while I was away. Emily was kind, friendly, and wonderful with my animals. I highly recommend her as a pet sitter — she did an amazing job!

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Jeanette M.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
13 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Ellicott City, MD, 21043

Jeanette is amazing. She cared for our dog, took him for long walks, took him with her so he had companionship during the day, and stayed with him at the house. Highly recommended!

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Anthony M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
10 years of experience
Severn, MD, 21076

Was amazing to work with! Gave updates, sent pictures, and was so patient and flexible when we had a travel problem and needed to add an additional overnight stay.

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Abby & Chris B.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Ilchester, MD, 21043

Abby stayed at my house to pet sit my dog for the weekend. She was great! Abby is very conscientious, thorough, kind, attentive and trustworthy. She texted us while we were away with updates which I greatly appreciated. We will certainly contact her for future pet sitting dates.

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Bryce W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
6 years of experience
Elkridge, MD, 21076

About: I've been caring for dogs of all sizes around the multiple states I've lived in for just over half a decade. Also have been a dog owner for a majority of my life and am comfortable giving meds to dogs as well as consistently giving walks to all dogs. Animals are my passion and I am even in school right now for animal based fields Currently job searching so I have all the time in the world to care for both my shih tzu and any other animals that may be included in my house at any given time. I will be able to easily walk and play with dogs of all sizes and ages I do have an apartment, however there is tons of safe and surveilled space to walk dogs and they will easily be able to go on mile+ walks if need be. My dog is another member of the family and I do mean that literally. She is treated as such and even eats at the same time as us (when she feels like it) and your dog will be treated no different than her as all pets deserve the best.

Sitter Profile Image: Nicole W.
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Nicole W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
4 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Elkridge, MD, 21075

About: I love animals and enjoy spending time with them. I have dog-sat for one year. I also have experience caring for pets within my family. I am a college student, therefore, I have the summers off. My schedule is flexible, and I am available full-time. I can stop by when needed. I understand the deep love others have for their pets. Therefore, I want to ensure pet parents feel comfortable when away. I will communicate with owners and send updates about their pets. I will also ensure that spaces are clean and the pets are attended to!

Sitter Profile Image: Claudia P.
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Claudia P.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
152 reviews
50 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Elkridge, MD, 21075

Claudia is great. She has watched our pets multiple times. She is great at communication, sends pictures throughout her sitting period, shares important info, asks questions to ensure our pets are taken care of just how we want them to be, and she is a great house guest - very respectful and always timely. We will continue to use Claudia regularly :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa C.
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Alyssa C.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
3 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Severn, MD, 21144

About: I have had dog experience since a young age. Starting in 8th grade I walked neighbors dogs which expanding out to boarding them. Now what was a hobby turned into a job I love! Weekends I offer dog walking and play time! I’m so excited to meet your pups🐶 For boarding: I have a large backyard with a long Frisco Tie Out cable so your dog can enjoy some outside time. I have 3 fur babies to keep your dog company but it’s nothing I can’t handle! I aim to keep your dogs comfortable and as active as possible while your away. For walking: Every Dog loves a good walk, for some dogs this is their primary source of exercise. That’s why I love to make sure a dog gets the most out of their walk🙂 My Schedule: I am currently a grad student so my availability varies, but I have lots of flexibility. Daily availability listed is frequently updated. Tuesdays & Thursdays: Open Availability Monday & Wednesday: Open Availability Saturday: Open availability Sunday: Open availability I have a large and small crate on site (as needed) as well as 3 furry friends to keep your pet company while you’re away.

Sitter Profile Image: Liz L.
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Liz L.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
10 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Laurel, MD, 20724

Liz was a phenomenal sitter. We loved her warmth and kindness. Our baby gravitated to her right away. Liz made us feel comfortable which allowed us to go away a feel extremely comfortable. She communicated throughout the entire time and ensured us that everything was going smoothly. We hope to work with Liz again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Destinee M.
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Destinee M.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
12 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Columbia, MD, 21045

Destinee was amazing, she took care of my two dogs for a full day, and i can confirm they were great took care, meals and walks on time, always asking how she can help, it was a great experience for me and my dogs, if i ever need someone to take care of my dogs any other day I’ll absolutely go with her with no hesitation!!

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Mia E.
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Marissa D.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
20 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Ellicott City, MD, 21043

Marissa was a wonderful pet sitter for our dog while out of town for work. She really went above and beyond sending photos so I knew he was ok and being looked after

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Sitter Profile Image: Katherine S.
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Katherine S.
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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
253 reviews
35 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Linthicum, MD, 21090

Katherine did an overnight stay at my house. She was very communicative leading up to the stay and was great with meeting my dogs. She sent multiple updates throughout the stay, even though it was just one night. We came home to relaxed and happy pups! Would definitely book with her again.

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Sarah E.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
19 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, MD, 21046

Always so responsible and communicative. Loves my animals a lot, and when I come home the house is clean and the pets are happy. I have booked with Sarah many times and will continue to do so.

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Jason R.
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$75
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4.9 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
19 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Elkridge, MD, 21075

An absolutely great person and dog sitter. He took amazing care of my 3 dog pack while away including one with epilepsy. I would highly recommend him to walk or sit your pack. Hes also very communicative and responsive which helps when far from the pack.

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Sitter Profile Image: Aryanna H.
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Aryanna H.
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$52
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5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
13 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Ellicott City, MD, 21043

Aryanna took care of our dog and cat while we were out of town for a week. She did a wonderful job! She was very thoughtful and attentive to the pets, and kept us updated on how they were doing. I highly recommend her as a house and pet sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Briana M.
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Briana M.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
4 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Baltimore Highlands, MD, 21227

Briana was great! We had a special situation where our two pups just met and so they had to be separated during her visit. And both of them are anxious. Briana handled it perfectly and was so sweet to them. From the minute we met her we knew she’d be excellent with our pups. She is reliable, responsible, communicative and so sweet. She gave us so much peace of mind we were able to enjoy our vacation. We will definitely use her again. Highly Recommend!

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Clara B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
9 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Fort Meade, MD, 20755

Clara and her wife were amazing with our Kia. Our Family went away for 9 days and were nervous leaving behind our dog who can get anxious and nervous easily but she was in great hands and it seemed she was having her own vacation making friends. We appreciate all the love they gave Kira while we were away and would happily leave Kira in their care again. Thank you so much!!

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Christina P.
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I've booked w/ Elyssa multiple times, and will continue to do so. Our home and pup are always well cared for and she keeps us posted throughout the stay.

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Kristen H.
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Liz was great to work with! Her responses were quick and left us feeling comfortable and safe for our boy. She was also flexible when we needed to change our dates for our trip unexpectedly. Would definitely recommend!

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Jessica B.
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Kerry was excellent! Took great care of my animals when a last-minute cancellation left us scrambling. Highly recommend!

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Ashley S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lizbeth and Nahomy took great care of our cats, one of who needed daily medicine and an inhaler. They were open and communicative with lots of information and pictures. They took good care of the house and even cleaned up more than I was expecting! We would love to book with them again.

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Cheryl J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jennie provided lots of great communication, stayed with Luna as much as she could, and left the house neater than I left it. Great job!

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Susan B.
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Samantha has cared for our dog (and home) twice now. Again we returned home to a happy pup and clean home. Samantha kept us informed and sent photos, and I wholeheartedly recommend her.

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Deb K.
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Caroline was great! Took Ralph on walks. Stayed at the house. Sent pictures with updates. Highly recommend 🩷

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Susan H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thanks for housesitting, Catherine! I know the dogs had a blast because they are happy/tired. Also, thanks for bringing in packages and mail! And even cleaning my rug! The dogs love you and I appreciate your being so trustworthy. See you soon!

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Mary K.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

We loved having Le Mia!! She was so flexible and genuinely loved our pup!! We felt at ease even though our travel plans had gone awry!!

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Makayla O.
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Tara took great care of one large needy dog and a small alpha dog, a cat, 6 snakes, and leopard gecko while we were away for a week. I appreciated the thorough daily updates and quick responses. We even got photos to set our minds at ease each day and comforted that someone so responsible was taking great care of the animal pack. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with Tara again.

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Zinnia N.
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The average cost for House Sitting in Hanover on Rover is $49.95 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of House 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 House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 8,782 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Hanover. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Hanover walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Hanover maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Hanover choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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 .

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 pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet 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.

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.

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

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

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