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Sitter Profile Image: Morgan H.
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Morgan H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
11 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Prospect Park, NJ, 07508

“I had an amazing experience with Morgan over the Christmas break. She took excellent care of my diabetic cat, ensuring he received his insulin and even administering UTI medication when we discovered he was had a mild UTI. Her attentiveness and care were exceptional, and I would absolutely use her services again!”

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Raeghan B.
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$23
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10 years of experience
Hawthorne, NJ, 07506

About: I’ve had dogs and cats by my side my entire life, and caring for animals has always been more than a hobby—it’s truly my passion and calling. I have 13 years of pet-sitting experience as well as hands-on experience working at a Humane Society, where I cared for animals of all ages, from young puppies to seniors. I’m comfortable caring for pets with a wide range of needs, including administering medications, supporting pets with chronic medical conditions, caring for seniors, and keeping up with happy, high-energy pups. I understand that every animal has their own personality, routine, and comfort level, and I love taking the time to get to know what makes each pet feel safe and happy. Trust and loyalty are at the heart of the care I provide. My goal is not only to make sure your pets are loved and well cared for, but also to give you complete peace of mind knowing they’re in dependable, compassionate hands. I’ll always care for your pets as if they were my own. ❤️🐾 Pet sitting is my full-time focus, which gives me a very flexible schedule and allows me to dedicate my time and attention to the pets in my care. Your pets are my priority, and I’m available throughout the week for walks, drop-ins, and extended visits based on their individual routine and needs. Your pet’s comfort and safety are always my number one priority. While my home does have a fully fenced yard, I prefer caring for pets in their own home whenever possible, where they can stay in a familiar environment and maintain their normal routine. I take the time to learn each pet’s personality, boundaries, and needs so they feel safe, relaxed, and loved while you’re away.

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Megan M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Ridgewood, NJ, 07450

“Megan took excellent care of our cats. She was responsible and thorough from start to finish. She cleaned up the mess the cats make around their dry food without being asked. She also sent plenty of photos and updates,, so we had a really good sense of how the cats were doing while we were away. That made a big difference to us.We would hire Megan again without hesitation and recommend her highly.”

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Nicole L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 127 reviews
30 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Clifton, NJ, 07011

“I’m just really grateful and happy that I found Nicole. She not only took care of my baby’s basic needs but also really paid attention to her and gave her lots of affection. She is very caring and trustworthy and i couldn’t be happier that Livy and I found a new friend! Don’t hesitate to book with her!”

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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Wayne, NJ, 07470

“Melissa was amazing! She took great care of our 3 kitties, was very responsive, sent pics as requested, and was punctual. Couldn't ask for anything better!”

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Tricia B.
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$20
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 57 reviews
20 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Totowa, NJ, 07512

“Tricia was great. Took excellent care of my cat especially considering we had just moved into the new house and the cat was quite nervous about the new space. I would definitely recommend and use Tricia again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mariana R.
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Mariana R.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
27 years of experience
Clifton, NJ, 07011

About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was a teenager, I myself have two small dogs at home, a chihuahua mix and a jack Russell terrier, your dog/cat will be well taken care of. I look forward to caring for your pets as if they are my own abiding by your rules and expectations. I’m currently working hybrid I have two days in office and 3 at home, I have two small female dogs, they are spayed and they are dogs friendly. If I’m taking care of your fur baby at my place, he or she will be good taken care of, I can walk them all times necessary and also use training pads if necessary I have a fenced yard and two friendly dogs to keep your fur baby company. I can easily crate your dog if necessary, dogs are free to sleep on the bed if they are spoiled

Sitter Profile Image: Leah Autumn M.
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Leah Autumn M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
10 years of experience
Woodland Park, NJ, 07424

About: What sets me apart is my lifelong experience with animals and my hands-on care in different situations. I’ve been taking care of my own dogs, cats, and bunnies since I was six years old, so I understand daily routines, exercise needs, and how to keep pets happy and safe. I’ve also helped my grandmother care for cats through the Start Foundation, where I learned patience, gentle handling, and how to look after multiple animals at once. Because of this, I’m comfortable with pets of all ages—from energetic puppies and kittens who needs attention to older pets who require a calmer, more careful approach. I pay close attention to each pet’s behavior and needs, making sure they feel comfortable, loved, and well cared for while you’re away. Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine because I’ve always had responsibilities taking care of animals at home. I’m used to planning my day around feeding schedules, walks, playtime, and making sure pets get the attention they need. I’m consistent and organized, so I can easily stick to a pet’s routine and follow any specific instructions. On a weekly basis, I have a flexible schedule, which allows me to be reliable and available for regular visits or last-minute needs. Taking care of pets is something I genuinely enjoy, so I make it a priority to give them quality time, whether that’s exercise, play, or just keeping them company. For dog walking, I make sure each walk is safe, structured, and tailored to the dog’s energy level and needs. I follow your usual route or preferences, keep dogs securely leashed, and pay close attention to their behavior and surroundings. During walks, I allow time for exercise, bathroom breaks, and a positive interactions so they stay happy and engaged. For drop-in visits, I focus on maintaining your pet’s normal routine. This includes feeding, refreshing water, cleaning up after them, and spending quality time with play or companionship so they don’t feel lonely. I also keep an eye on their overall behavior and well-being, making sure everything seems normal while you’re away. For cats, I make sure they are safely in their home and always being careful about opening the door so they don't escape. I take my time till they get to know me. In both cases, I respect your home, follow all instructions carefully, and provide dependable, attentive care so you can feel confident your pet is in good hands.

Sitter Profile Image: Zainab K.
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Zainab K.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
3 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Garfield, NJ, 07026

“Zainab was so wonderful with our 5 cats. She is caring and understanding. We came back to 5 happy kitties! I would definitely ask her to sit for us again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Amber D.
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Amber D.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
6 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Oakland, NJ, 07436

About: [PSA: Aug. Sept. Oct. - limited 'high energy' bookings. Sprain Recovery] Hello! I have years of pet care experience under my belt. Throughout my childhood I was able to grow my love and knowledge of many animals. I had cats dogs and small mammals like hamsters and bunnies growing up I got to help care for and learn about. During my teen years I helped family friends and neighbors with their pets including cats, dogs and even goats and chickens. With a solid foundation in feeding, walking, grooming, medicating, and playing with animals, I look forward to meeting and helping out many more pets throughout my twenties and beyond. [Daytime sits: ends before 9pm] [Night sits: flexibility for me to tend to my critters and other local recurring bookings.] Currently looking to go back to school, growing my expertise as a pet walker and sitter, and taking care of my own pets. I’ll have the free time and consistent schedule to check in and provide care for local pets as well. Safety trust and environment are a must when it comes to pet care. Environmentally I have my eyes peeled for hazards that could harm or cause illness in an animal, and remove those things to where they can’t be a problem. In building trust, I start every interaction with pet psychology in mind. I let them approach me with all of their senses first. Once they become interested in getting to know me, I can continue to show them I’m a safe person through gentle and secure actions on my part like walking carefully and taking softly.

Sitter Profile Image: Nicole C.
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Nicole C.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
11 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Caldwell, NJ, 07006

“Nicole was fantastic! Professional, punctual. Took great care of my cat and played with her a bunch + took awesome pictures each time. Thanks so much Nicole! Highly recommend.”

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Ashley D.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Clifton, NJ, 07012

“Ashley doesn't just take care of our two high-maintenance cats - she makes sure everything in the house is safe, secure, and comfortable while we are away! I know it's all in good hands when Ashley is here.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Andrew L.
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Andrew L.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 192 reviews
73 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Teaneck, NJ, 07666

“Andrew takes great care of our 2 cats. He always replies quickly, was very thoughtful during our meet and when taking care of our cats. We have been away with peace of mind thanks to him”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer M.
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Jennifer M.
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$36
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4.7 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Clifton, NJ, 07013

“Ash was fantastic! She was very understanding of my dogs needs, friendly, and accommodating.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Subin Y.
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Subin Y.
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$250
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
15 years of experience
Elmwood Park, NJ, 07407

“awesome!!! super communicative, very kind, sent pictures and in depth info about my girls. my first time using rover and I won’t hesitate to use Subin again!!”

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Wenji J.
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$18
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2 years of experience
Hackensack, NJ, 07601

About: I treat every pet like my own, with love and patience. I have experience caring for puppies, senior pets, and everything in between, and I’m great at making animals feel safe, happy, and loved. I’m currently available on sun,mon,tue (whole day) and wed before 2pm. My schedule is flexible on those dates. I do accept same day schedule. :) I care for pets by keeping them comfortable, safe, and happy. I follow their usual routines, give them plenty of love and attention, and make sure they get the exercise, playtime, and rest they need. Whether in my home or a client’s, I create a calm, caring environment so they feel at ease.

Sitter Profile Image: Evan G.
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Evan G.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
2 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Rutherford, NJ, 07070

About: As a lifelong dog owner and lover I have always taken care of not only my own but been a go-to sitter for my friends cats and dogs. I currently have a 4 yr old yellow lab who may be 100 lbs but he thinks he’s a lap dog nonetheless. I love big dogs as I have always had a large dog in the house but small dogs steal my heart too. I have an extremely flexible schedule. As a real estate agent I am only in the office/area that I work on random days here and there. Most days I am home, going to the gym, or spending time with family and friends, so pet care can be at any time throughout the day. I will always care for your pet and home. Any instructions that you give I will follow, I want your pet to enjoy their time with me as much as I enjoy my time with them!

Sitter Profile Image: Erin H.
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Erin H.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Montclair, NJ, 07043

About: I have always been involved in pet care in my home for over 15 years. I have had experience with elderly dogs and cats of my own. I have pet-sitted in my neighborhood for puppies and for breeds different from my own dogs. I will use my energy to play with your pet and hopefully decrease their energy. I am starting graduate school and I have a flexible schedule and availability for stop-ins during the day or bringing study materials to a client’s home. My yard is fenced in and I can take dogs for a walk in Brookdale Park nearby. I will administer medicine and play with dogs and provide them with a cuddly environment.

Sitter Profile Image: Delaney M.
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Delaney M.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
8 years of experience
Rutherford, NJ, 07070

“Delaney was amazing! She was so friendly, reliable, and clearly cares about animals. She kept me updated with photos and my cats warmed up to her so quickly. She even went the extra mile to clean their food mat and offered to take out our trash so the house wouldn’t smell when we got home. I came back to happy, relaxed pets and everything spotless. 10/10 would recommend — she’s the best!”

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Dee R.
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$23
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4 years of experience
Garfield, NJ, 07026

About: Hello, my name is sevenn and I live in Garfield, NJ. I've been starting my dog walker career publicly as of recently. I did it as a side-gig for over 4 years. I'm currently using Rover to fill in the gaps in my schedule since I tend to have a lot of time to myself especially on weekends. I have experience with all types of sizes and breeds of dogs including every other house animal. I am comfortable with taking care of more than one dog at a time and walking more than one dog at a time. I am also comfortable for caring for animals with special needs. I enjoy bonding with animals, walking them, and taking care of them. I offer services such as, walking, daycare, and overnights! I'm currently employed at home so my schedule is pretty flexible! I’m always available to take care of your dog(s). I am looking forward to being your pets new bestfriend :)! I live in a house where it has a dog park as well as a normal playing park near by! I can do lots of walking around here! It also includes a big pond you can walk around.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lisbeth always takes wonderful care of my cat, ensuring regular mealtimes, a clean litter box, and plenty of playtime while I’m away. My cat is usually a little timid, but she’s really warmed up to Lisbeth and runs right up to her when she sees her. Thank you, Lisbeth!

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Elizabeth A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you so much! My cats were tired by the end of the night and very happy. Followed my instructions very well! Will contact you again when I need you, Thanks!

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Kimberly N.
Drop-In Visits
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Alexander was so great and helpful with my two cats! He communicates well and was very friendly! 11/10

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

Megan took excellent care of our cats. She was responsible and thorough from start to finish. She cleaned up the mess the cats make around their dry food without being asked. She also sent plenty of photos and updates,, so we had a really good sense of how the cats were doing while we were away. That made a big difference to us.We would hire Megan again without hesitation and recommend her highly.

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Alexa W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kia did in-home check-in with our cat while we were away. Took great care of her and gave lots love!

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Megan B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you so much for another great job watching our kitties,, super job again, and everything was nice and tidy when we got home, Definitely recommend using Courtney

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Jayne S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicole was very responsive and flexible. We felt very relaxed on our vacation knowing our cats were in good hands.

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Julius D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lara is the best! She truly cares about my cat Millie’s wellbeing, comfort, and happiness while I’m away. I always receive the cutest videos and detailed updates during each visit, which gives me so much peace of mind. Lara is reliable, timely, and goes the extra mile to make sure Millie feels loved and cared for. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate pet sitter!

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Erika P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lyzbeth is so awesome! I’d definitely hire her again to watch our kitties, and I’d recommend her to my friends and family!

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Hannah S.
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The average cost of Cat Sitting in Hawthorne is $22 per visit as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $17 and $28 per visit. 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 October 2026, there are 12,439 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across Hawthorne. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.

House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.

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 .

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 , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .

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

  • 83% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 88% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% 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.

sitters on Rover set their own , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

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

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