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Doug A.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 48 reviews
14 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Hoover, AL, 35216

“Doug did an amazing job with our puppy. He was very gentle and kind with her. It was our first time using Rover and first time leaving her for the weekend and I can honestly say I didn’t worry a bit. Highly recommend Doug and hope to use his services again.”

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Jordyn C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 112 reviews
40 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216

“Jordyn was an amazing dog sitter for Roo!! I felt completely confident and comfortable leaving Roo is her hands. She has such a warm heart and treated Roo so well. He had a blast in her backyard and she sent many pictures and videos for updates. I definitely recommend Jordyn(:”

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Emily Y.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Birmingham, AL, 35244

“The best!! Emily sent pic updates and took great care of our baby while we were gone! She was very accommodating to our last minute request, and we really appreciate it! Thanks again!!”

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Lawden A.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 48 reviews
15 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Birmingham, AL, 35244

“Lawden has been so great to our dog! He can be a handful but she helps with anything we need and always sends updates! We feel so lucky to have her”

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Merelee R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 36 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Birmingham, AL, 35242

“We found an incredible dog sitter through Rover, and we couldn't be happier with the experience! She took such wonderful care of our dog and gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. Every day, she sent multiple picture updates along with sweet notes about how our dog was doing and the fun, interesting things they got up to together. Drop-off and pick-up were seamless and completely hassle-free. She is truly wonderful at what she does, and we will definitely be booking with her again in the future. Highly recommended!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Shelby G.
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Shelby G.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 79 reviews
18 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Birmingham, AL, 35205

“Shelby is the best! Ron loved hanging out with her all week. She kept us updated everyday and answered all our questions promptly. She made our first experience with Rover fantastic! Would 1000% recommend!!”

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Amy G.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
9 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Irondale, AL, 35210

“Amy was wonderful with our two dogs! She very clearly spoiled them. I can tell by the pictures that they had a great time. Especially out in the back yard! She was also very accommodating with our schedule which was very much appreciated!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sara S.
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Sara S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
3 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Birmingham, AL, 35205

“Sara was great. She was super communicative from beginning to end, easy to talk to and trustworthy. Would recommend her for dog sitting needs!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Caitlin L.
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Caitlin L.
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$28
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8 years of experience
Birmingham, AL, 35226

About: I have diverse experience in animal care from my own pets, to neighbors and family members’ furry friends, and even professionally with wildlife. I am excited and honored to care for your family, both human and animal. I work sporting events freelance and am looking to add a little work on the side. I am free almost every weekday and most weekends. I do have an apartment most suitable for smaller dogs, however I have access to ample green space and neighborhoods to walk and play in. In your home, I will respect your space while keeping your furry friend in an environment they know.

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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
6 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Irondale, AL, 35210

“Danielle is the absolute best, and I’ll hear nothing to the contrary. This was my first time using Rover, and the sitter I originally booked cancelled on me morning of, but Danielle accepted our last minute request on a holiday weekend. I have an old dog with arthritis and medication who can be a picky eater at times, but that was no issue for Danielle. She not only made me feel at ease with constant updates and pictures, but she exercised and socialized him, and he may like her more than me now. My only regrets with this review are that everyone else will book her now and she’ll be unavailable next time we need boarding for a weekend”

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Kaitlyn B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Birmingham, AL, 35243

“Kaitlyn was so great, respectful, & friendly! She is very resourceful, a problem solver, & an amazing communicator! My puppy is such a timid one but she adjusted so well and had such a great time! Definitely would recommend & book with her again 😊”

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Sitter Profile Image: Katherine A.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
3 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Birmingham, AL, 35233

“Katherine was wonderful with Annie while I was away for a week! She sent lots of pictures and regular updates, which gave me so much peace of mind knowing Annie was happy and well taken care of. It was clear that she genuinely cared about her and treated her like her own. I would absolutely use Katherine again and highly recommend her!”

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Travis M.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Homewood, AL, 35209

About: I’m an educator, dad, and lifelong pet owner with more than 20 years of experience caring for animals. Pets have always been part of my family, so I understand that trusting someone with yours is a big deal. I’m patient, attentive, dependable, and comfortable following established routines for feeding, walks, playtime, medications, and all the little things that help a pet feel safe and comfortable. As an early childhood professor, caregiving, observation, communication, and responsibility are quite literally part of what I do every day. I’ll care for your pet with the same attention and affection I expect for my own. As a university professor, my schedule offers more flexibility than a traditional 9-to-5, particularly on certain weekdays, evenings, and weekends. I’m also a dad, so planning, routines, and being dependable are already a big part of my life! I’m happy to coordinate care around your pet’s normal schedule whenever possible and will always be upfront about my availability before accepting a booking. I know pets are family, and I treat both your pet and your home with that level of care and respect. I follow your instructions closely, maintain established feeding, walking, medication, and bedtime routines, and pay attention to changes in behavior or appetite. I’m patient about letting pets warm up to me at their own pace and prioritize safety at all times. You can also expect dependable communication and updates while you’re away. I know how reassuring it is to know that someone you love is happy, safe, and well cared for.

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Laura M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
13 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Birmingham, AL, 35242

“Laura is the best!! My dog Lucy may have been disappointed to come home. Laura loved on her just like she would have been loved on at home. Laura is set up to dog sit or board for dogs much better than any vet or other facility ever could be. She gave Lucy plenty of snacks and time outside. If you’re looking for someone near Chelsea, Mt Laurel, Greystone, she is the one- just don’t take her from me when I need her. :) Lucy loved her! 🩷🐾”

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Clara T.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Birmingham, AL, 35212

“Clara was absolutely amazing! She texted us every day with updates and photos of our pup. We will definitely be using her again in the future!”

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peter w.
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$65
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
8 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216

About: Hi my name is Peter. I own The Fairy Dog Dad located here in Vestavia Hills, AL. TFDD is the premier dog walking company for Over The Mountain Pups. We service Vestavia, Mtn Brook, Hoover and Homewood. Your pup will be treated like they are one of ours! My family has a fully fenced Big yard and a Golden that your pump can walk/sleep with. I am a Single Dad and only away from home while walking our normal dog walking customers, so lots of potty breaks during the day and extra quality time annd attention are available for those in need. I own The Fairy Dod Dad which is a premier dog walking company based out of Vestavia Hills, AL. It not only fits into my daily routine but IS my Daily Routine. I care for all pets I walk and board like our life depends on it, because it does - This is my full time career. I am fully licensed and rated as the premier dog walking co in Birmingham.

Sitter Profile Image: Jessica S.
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Jessica S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 165 reviews
34 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Birmingham, AL, 35242

“My puppy had great stay. Jessica is very nice, clearly visible she loves dogs and has tremendous patience. She also provided couple pictures during the stay, despite the fact it was just 1 day stay. We will definitely come back.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley H.
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Ashley H.
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
2 years of experience
Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216

“Ashley did a top notch job watching over our little dog last week, would recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Shay & Zach H.
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Shay & Zach H.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 181 reviews
68 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Irondale, AL, 35210

“Shay and Zack were fantastic with Charlie,,,my cocker spaniel. I made a last minute reservation and they were quick to respond and kept me up to date on Charlie while he stayed with them. Zack dropped Charlie off at my mom's house because we were arriving late that evening. What a blessing that was for us because we were worn out when we arrived home. Thank you both.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Porsha W.
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Porsha W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
6 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Hoover, AL, 35244

“Porsha is every bit of amazing. She sent videos and photos daily. I am really happy I selected her. My dog was loved on the entire time we were gone.”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

She took such great care of our 10 year old golden retriever! He can be a needy guy with anxiety and medications to manage, and we were so grateful for her patience and attention to his needs. She was also flexible when we extended our trip by one night, which we really appreciated. It gave us such peace of mind knowing he was in good hands. We would happily book with her again!

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Anna B.
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Very easy to work with and very responsive. Took great care of our pup! Loved getting daily updates and photos as well!

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Stephanie E.
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Lawden was wonderful with both of our dogs! She kept us updated with pictures, communicated well, and was flexible with our plans. We really appreciated her care and would definitely recommend her!

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Emma K.
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Jordyn was perfect! She sent lots of updates and my dogs had the best time in her huge yard! One of my dogs had a tummy ache during the visit, and she took extra care to make sure he had everything he needed. I’d definitely recommend Jordyn for your pet care needs!

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Chris M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Bear had the best time, and Ryan took such good care of him. He came home better than he was when I dropped him off

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Charlie R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My pup had a great time with Carson, and he came home fluffy and soft from a thorough brush out. He loves to be brushed! Thank you, Carson!

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Lori E.
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Our dog loves to go to Stephanie and Jonathan’s house. He gets so excited when he sees that we’re pulling into their driveway and they’re so awesome with him.

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Elisa S.
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Deby was wonderful and so great with our dog. This was my first time using Rover and i was so anxious! Deby took great care of Olive and put my mind at ease. Will definitely use her again!

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Amy C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We love Jessica! Our girl has stayed with her multiple times and she has always been so caring and gives us plenty of updates! And her house is all one level which is great for our girl's old hips.

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Kristi G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kayla is awesome! I had an emergency and she was so willing to keep my dog an extra night on short notice! I am so grateful to her!

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Kyra S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Very caring and kind. Helped with our dogs insanity with thunder! Would feel confident leaving our dog with him!

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Kathryn H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sara was so easy to communicate with for booking and details, and she treated our Ruby like a princess!! We loved the personal pet care and updates. Our vacation went so smoothly knowing that our sweet pup was in such good hands!

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Casey P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kristen was an absolute joy to work with and Lulu seems to have had a ball. Communication was quick, easy and always to the point. Pictures were sent showing a very, very happy dog and so I am a very, very happy mama. I will definitely be calling on her again and am pleased to recommend her.

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Marie P.
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Madelynn was so great! I ended up needing a pet sitter very last minute and she not only replied to my initial message immediately, but she agreed to let me drop my fur baby off within about an hour! Not only was she super accommodating with such a last minute situation but she was just so nice and sweet. She sent me pics and updates and my dog just loved her. I could just tell from the little videos of they snuggling and playing :) She was just so great and I’m so glad we found her through Rover. Thank you Madelynn! 💕

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Claudia C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We are so thankful that Maiya was able to take such good care of Buddy on such short notice. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring pet sitter.

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Dennis B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I am very happy that I chose Noelle to take care of my boy Jared. Very nice and friendly person. I am sure Jared felt at home and at ease in their house. Clean environment and safe and quite neighborhood. Will definitely ise Noelle’s service the next time we need it. Highly recommended.

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Glenn T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

They are truly wonderful!!! They were so kind even when my dogs were not the best behaved. They sent updates and always checked in with me if they thought either of my pups needed anything! They were so flexible with me throughout my scheduling changes as well. They were so kind, had such a nice place/ nice back yard for the dogs to run around as much as they needed! Completely recommend to anyone looking for amazing sitters 😊

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Cassandra K.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Hoover is $50 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $31 and $64 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 October 2026, there are 334 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Hoover. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

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.

97% of sitters in Hoover 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 Hoover home-away-from-home, 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 Hoover.

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

You and your Hoover 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 , 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 .

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 AL 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.

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