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Sitter Profile Image: Erin S.
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Erin S.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 92 reviews
31 repeat clients
6 years of experience
MI, 48329

“Erin was great! Thank you so much for the many pics of Cheeto and Frito! Seeing how happy they were gave me such peace of mind. I could tell they were very well taken care of. Thanks, Erin for your services! Cheeto and Frito have a new friend. I will definitely call Erin again!”

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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Clarkston, MI, 48346

“Alivia has come over twice now for drop in visits and the boys are loving her! She has been timely and very responsive which is greatly appreciated. From the time she gets here she is very engaged with both dogs, playing fetch with our hyper Boston and giving lots of pets to our more chill puggle. She also takes the best pictures of them while she’s here which has been adorable to receive after the visits. We will definitely be rebooking!”

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Kristy M.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
8 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Clarkston, MI, 48346

“Thank you so much Kristy for taking such a good care of my boys once again . I appreciate the communication and the troubleshooting you did when arrival. We appreciate Nikko and Kopper to be full of love when we are traveling :)”

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Sitter Profile Image: Anna S.
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Anna S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
5 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Waterford Twp, MI, 48329

About: Hi, I’m Anna! I’ve always loved being around animals and have experience helping care for both cats and dogs. I’ve house sat for friends and family and usually help out when someone needs an extra hand with their pets. I work part-time as a server (about 3 days a week), so I have plenty of flexibility the rest of the week, and I’d love to spend some of that time with your furry friend! On the days I do work, I’m happy to be upfront about my schedule so we can figure out together what works best for your pet’s needs. Whether your pet’s outgoing or a little shy, I’ll make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. I’m available every day including mornings, afternoons, and evenings so I can easily work around your pet’s usual routine. Whether it’s a walk, playtime, or just some company, I’ve got the time and flexibility to be there when you need me. I’m reliable, respectful, and always make sure your pet feels comfortable in their space. I’ll take time to build trust with them, follow any care instructions you give me, and make sure your home is locked up and just as you left it when I go.

Sitter Profile Image: Samantha S.
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Samantha S.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 62 reviews
18 repeat clients
5 years of experience
waterford, MI, 48328

“Samantha has been doing drop ins with my dog for a couple of weeks now. She's been great, my dog loves her and is so comfortable with her, which is a relief as a mum of an anxious dog. She followed all my instructions and requests to the T, and has been flexible and accommodating to my changing schedule which is a great plus.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Bradley M.
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$20
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5 years of experience
Clarkston, MI, 48348

About: Hi, I'm Bradley! By day, I'm a pilot, which means I naturally bring focus on safety, communication, and extreme reliability to everything I do. But when I'm on the ground, my real passion is hanging out with dogs. I’ve grown up around dogs my whole life and understand that every pet has their own unique personality. Whether your dog is high-energy and needs a long walk or a shy rescue who needs a patient, calm presence to feel safe, I tailor my care to exactly what they need. My goal is to give you total peace of mind while you're away. Because of my aviation background, I'm a stickler for routine, text updates, and keeping your pets safe and happy. I can't wait to meet your pup! I currently am on an extended break from work so I will be available almost all the time. I update my schedule frequently, so my availability is always accurate. Safety and providing an enjoyable experience are paramount for me. I understand every dog is different and like to provide a tailored experience for my clients. Safety and peace of mind are my top priorities. I treat every dog as if they were my own, which means double-checking doors, using secure leashes in all public or unfenced spaces, and strictly following any medical or dietary routines you have. I adapt entirely to your dog's comfort level.

Sitter Profile Image: Nicole F.
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Nicole F.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 157 reviews
30 repeat clients
20 years of experience
White Lake, MI, 48386

“Nicole is our favorite cat Rover. She is responsive, dependable, helpful, loves on our cat/ cats. Sometimes we have more than one. We love having her work for us.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Riley G.
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Riley G.
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$16
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10 years of experience
Waterford, MI, 48329

About: I’ve taken care of dogs and cats since I was 10 for family members and friends. I’ve been relied on to take them in on walks and feed them. I’m working part time and have lots of time on my hands.. I love working with animals and am able to care for them often. I can easily take care of your parents throughout the day in your home or neighborhood or in my home. I look forward to helping take care of your pets.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 96 reviews
34 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Sylvan Lake, MI, 48320

“Megan will give your beloved pets the absolute best care. I was panicking when BOTH my long time pet sitters were unavailable, and I had to trust someone I didn't know at the last minute (to attend a funeral). Megan gave me the assurance I needed that she would be with us every step of the way, and she certainly came through! I would not hesitate for a moment to hire Megan again. What would Rover be without great people like Megan?”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Waterford, MI, 48329

“Ashley provided great care to my pup while I was at work! My little fur baby was so happy to get to play with her this afternoon. She was very professional and sent me updates throughout her visit. I would highly recommend Ashley to watch your pup!”

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Joshua G.
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$19
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14 years of experience
Clarkston, MI, 48346

About: I’ve taken care of family pets and my neighbors pets since I was 16. I’ve been a pet parent myself for over 10 years now. I know how important your pets safety/happiness/and comfort is. I take watching your pet extremely serious, my philosophy with Rover is to treat your pet(s) like I do my own. I work a low pressure job from home so I’m home 24/7. This means I’m able to be around your pet and give them all my attention everyday. Most importantly that gives me the freedom to focus on the well being and comfort of your pet. About my home: - very spacious ranch style home. - no stairs, plenty of room for your pet to run around. • VERY LARGE fenced in yard. - I allow my dog Leo to spend as much time as he wants outside. Sun bathing and fetch are his favorite. •I live in a large safe neighborhood. -No major roads and safe environment. Walks are a must! I will treat your pet like they’re my own.

Sitter Profile Image: Alexis H.
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Alexis H.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 159 reviews
40 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Lake Orion, MI, 48359

“Another great sitting from Alexis! She is always so good with the dogs, going above and beyond with pictures, cleanup when the dogs make a mess, and attention to detail”

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Brian B.
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$20
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10 years of experience
Waterford, MI, 48327

About: I’m a dog lover who is mature and trustworthy. I have owned dogs for most of my life and also enjoy being around them. I volunteer walking dogs at the local animal shelter and have various certifications through my training with them. I currently devote most of my time to walking dogs, watching dogs, and volunteering with dogs. I will travel up to 10 miles away from my home, or more upon discussion. I will come to your home and be there with your dog as often as necessary. I can spend time in your home with your pet, feed them, walk them and stay overnight.

Sitter Profile Image: Bradley M.
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Bradley M.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 47 reviews
18 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Auburn hills, MI, 48326

About: I aim to ensure that every dog in my care is taken care of to the fullest extent. Keeping your precious pet safe and loved is my duty. I know just how important dogs are in our lives, so ensuring they get the kind of treatment they get at home is essential. Loving dogs is something that comes second nature to me. Throughout my life, these pets have played a significant role. In my experience, I have watched/raised leader dogs for the blind, my dog, friends/family pets, and my girlfriend's dog often. I have 10+ years of experience working with this beautiful animal, both big and small. When taking on a new client, I'd like to schedule a meet and greet, whether online or in person; that way, we can ensure we're a good fit. That's very important to me, and also, getting able to talk will allow me to learn more about your pet and your care expectations; after all, who knows your pet more than the owner? Lastly, I love meeting new dogs, and they generally like to meet me, so I'd argue your pet, and I will get along incredibly. Being away from your best friend can be really difficult so I make it my goal to communicate as often as possible. I will make sure to give plenty of updates and pictures of all the fun your pup is having.

Sitter Profile Image: Thomas H.
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Thomas H.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 40 reviews
10 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Lake Orion, MI, 48362

“Thomas has great energy—even our super shy kitty came out to say hello when Thomas stopped by for our dog Gemma’s visit. Most importantly, when we got home from work, our girl Gem seemed so happy! It was like she had a friend over! Thank you, Thomas!”

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Julia & Cody C.
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$20
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13 years of experience
Waterford, MI, 48328

About: I have always loved all animals! I am definitely a nurturer at heart. I have loads of experience watching pets for friends and family. I have worked with a rescue the past few years and have helped nurse back to health and find homes for multiple cats and dogs of all ages. I’d love to help take care of your pet! I am flexible because I work from home so I am able to navigate around schedules easily. I take care of my own animals daily and have my husband as back up. I give all animals proper care and attention from feeding to cuddles. I provide a safe and trusting environment within and outside my own home.

Sitter Profile Image: Lauren K.
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Lauren K.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Westbloomfield, MI, 48324

About: I have been a dog owner for a majority of my life and I have done what ever is needed to take care of them. I will feed, play, bathe, walk, give medicine, and take outside to potty. Essentially whatever is asked for me I will do. I currently volunteer with therapy dogs in a hospital and I love it! Would love to bring my skills and passion to animal owners every where. I do work full time however, weekends I am free including Friday evening and I know that may be hard to get as people travel on the weekend. I live in a safe and dog friendly neighborhood! I have a big home they can explore in. I truly watch the animals as when they move I move.

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Valencia P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
1 repeat client
40 years of experience
Davisburg, MI, 48350

About: I've had pets my entire life. It has been quite some time since I have owned a dog. I had the best dog of my life and since she passed away I don't think I can endure that loss again. However, I still crave interactions with man's best friend. I very recently lost my 19 year old kitty which has been difficult but I still have a 12yr old rescued cat with bad behaviors lol. I am experienced with providing oral medications and injections. I owned a diabetic cat that unfortunately died from cancer. I also have fish and cardene shrimp. I have cared for reptiles, birds, rats, mice, and other small furry friends. I am an RN but need to spend more time with critters to make my life more balanced and enjoyable. Sure, overtime as an RN pays better, but time spent with animals brings me joy. I have experience training both cats and dogs. I am a remote worker and therefore have a great deal of flexibility. Let me know your needs. I will do my best to accommodate your pet's needs. I keep my cat in the bedroom due to bad behaviors and extreme anxiety making it easy to care for another animal in our home if needed. I do not have a fenced yard but I live in a beautiful subdivision for long walks. I prefer to watch pets in their home to reduce anxiety but if your pet is very social and you prefer they stay in our home, our home is very pet friendly. Our whole family has cats and dogs and they always come to visit and get spoiled. Animals are allowed on furniture and run of our large home.

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Ashley & Devin P.
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5 years of experience
Waterford, MI, 48328

About: Hello! My name is Ashley. I am a pediatric mental health case manager with a passion for helping my community. One of my first passions in life is animals! For many years, I have been sitting, walking, and taking care of neighborhood dogs. Now I am opening my doors to provide a fun, safe, and healthy environment for your pet! This will include long walks, fun games, and healthy meals. I believe providing love, care, and attention for your pet is what’s most important. I hope to be in contact with you soon! I work from home 3 to 4 days a week, with 1 to 2 days a week in the office for only a few hours at a time. We have two fur babies at home, a golden doodle and a chocolate lab/pointer, to keep your fur babies company! We do not have a fenced in yard, however my husband and I live an active lifestyle and typically go for multiple walks a day. We also have leashes and leads for backyard play/lounging!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
30 years of experience
Waterford, MI, 48327

About: I have had many different dogs since I was young, mostly larger dogs but a fair share of smaller dogs as well! I have a 15 yer old chihuahua, an 18 year old cat, and we rescued an 8 month old mixed breed dog! I can work with larger stronger dogs and smaller feisty dogs, I can work with high energy, low energy and senior as well! I work full time but would love to for a walk or a visit to your fur babies after my shift or later in the evening and on the weekends! I have a fenced in yard with two dogs and an indoor cat, both dogs are kennel trained and w have an extra kennel for a visitor, if in your home I will follow whatever instructions you leave.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Erin is very reliable. She knows how to handle my shy cat. I love getting pictures while im gone. Thank you Erin!

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

Always the best for our furry babies! Great pictures, informative visit information, and just knowing that we don’t have to worry about our animals, because they are in great hands!

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

Molly came through on short notice to take care of our two rescued kittens. Loving, dependable care while we were away. Highly recommended and will definitely rebook Molly on our next trip.

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

Erin is very conscientious and took great care of our girls. They are happier being at home when we travel and we don’t worry about their care with Erin watching over them.

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

My husband and I have had several cat sitters for our very loved cat. Kristy is by FAR the best we have ever had. She is warm and caring, reporting any differences she sees in Tully’s behavior and eating habits—and gives him the best ear rubs and cuddles. Our sweet boy loves her. We leave him in Kristy’s care with peace in our hearts. Kristy is exceptional.

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Joy T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Claire took excellent care of Merlin! We’re very happy with the care and attention she gave him during both visits. She took him outside for potty breaks, walked him, played with him, and made sure he was comfortable and well taken care of. She followed all of our instructions perfectly and kept us updated throughout the day, which gave us great peace of mind while we were away. We would absolutely trust Claire with Merlin again and highly recommend her! 🐾

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Luis L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I would highly recommend Alicia for your pet sitting needs she was amazing with our fur baby! She followed all our instructions and she provided regular updates with pictures that gave us a sense of comfort. She even went above and beyond making sure an important package I received while away was securely placed in the house. I would definitely hire Alicia again if I'm ever in need of services for my pet!

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

Hannah is an incredible sitter. She is punctual, trustworthy and put my mind to ease by sending pics of the pup during her time with them. Best of all was coming home to 2 tired and happy dogs.

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Eric M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Our meet & greet and a drop-in visit with Mataya went great! She was on-time, super friendly and paid lots of attention to the pups!

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

Our experience with having Ashley watch our cats while we were on our honeymoon, was nothing short of perfect. She made sure to ask questions about our little guys, including their preferences, their favorite toys and ways to best interact with them, and what really made us feel like she was the right choice, was she made it a priority to do whatever she could to ensure we felt comfortable. She knew our little guy Ralphie, (a very sensitive and socially needy pandemic kitten) was a concern for us when we were gone, because he really needs lots of love and attention, and she sent daily updates along with photos of both boys, and videos of playtime. We felt so at ease knowing she was there with them, and focusing on doing whatever they needed, and it really gave us the opportunity to relax, knowing our little guys were happy at home. We cannot recommend her enough and we will 100% reach out to Ashley the next time we need to go out of town. She was an absolute delight and we are so grateful to have found her!

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

Spice loves April! She is super reliable, and very quick to respond. He is always a happy dog when we come home, thanks to April spending time with him! We appreciate you!

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

Lindsay is very outgoing, friendly, and considerate. She always takes my dog on walks for the entire time of her visit. She has been taking care of my dogs for two years. I highly recommend her

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Jeff N.
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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

You and your sitter can agree on a care schedule that fits your pet’s routine and the sitter’s availability. Pet Sitting can be booked as a one-time or recurring drop-in visit. If you need overnight care or dog walks, you may also be able to book House Sitting or Dog Walking through Rover with the same sitter, provided they offer those services.

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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.

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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.

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Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies 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 request a Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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 .

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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