Pet Sitting in Joppa
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Top rated Joppa pet sitters
“Hannah is so wonderful with our dog! She sends updates and pictures and he has warmed up nicely to her! Would recommend her to take care of your fur babies! Repeat customer and plan to use her in the future!”
“Ben is great! Very efficient, we love that he came over to do a meet and greet before our trip. He took notes and asked all kinds of questions that were important and relevant that we didn’t even think to include for while we were away. He’s quick and has great communication. Definitely plan on using Ben again!”
About: I have trained both my dogs & helped others with training their dogs, as well as dog sat & walked many kinds of dogs growing up big & small. Also very good at following another dogs routine and patient at getting them settled if they aren't good with change. I have a very flexible schedule and a prompt replier to messages, texts, calls etc. So I have ample time to drop in, house sit, and walk your pup. I am also currently providing doggie daycare/boarding at my residence! I have a large fenced in yard with very social, well mannered and dog friendly dogs. My fiance loves dogs too so extra love for them, we are pro dog walkers and positive training with plenty of treats for your pup! I work very part time so my availability is flexible and abundant. I am also willing to work with your schedule and needs and will provide your dog with care during the duration of their stay/durig my duration of caring for them whether it's just a long walk that day or watching them at their home for the day! I have a fenced in yard (a full acre!) and pet friendly dogs who love to play and just relax with company. Also majority of our visitors at the house love dogs, as does my fiancé who is home when I am not! Also plenty of space provided for you to bring your crate/kennel for your pupper. I can't say long daily walks occur always but they do happen and if arent done are usually replaced with intellectual and physical play in the yard!
About: I have taken care of all of our pets since I was little! I help family friends out when they go out of town, or just for a walk. Dogs give the greatest form of unconditional love so I want to give it in return. I do not work at the moment so I have the free time and ability to take care of pups with up most enjoyment and freedom. I can walk your dog, or play with them if you have a fence! I walk my dogs and try to play fetch with them because that is their favorite things to do.
About: I have always loved looking after pets! I have had 4 dogs and 2 cats in my lifetime and I cared for each of them deeply. I promise that if you trust me with your fur babies, I will care for them as I would my own— just as I have done for many of my friends and family over the years! I have transportation to travel if needed as well. Your satisfaction with my pet care is my number one priority and I can guarantee you will not be disappointed booking with me! In late August, I will be going back to school two days a week. However, my schedule is completely open for booking every day until then! In a client’s home, I will care for a pet while still being mindful and respectful of their home. It will be like you never left!
About: I have worked in a veterinary setting and shelter setting, I have seen it all! I have worked with every animal personality and seen every medical issue. There’s nothing I’m scared of taking on! I have a very flexible job so I am able to work my schedule around yours and your pets. I would never let your pet miss a potty time or medication. My animal loving son and I will come to your home on your timeline. We work with your pets needs. If they don’t like to be touched, they won’t be touched. If they are a hider, we will be sure to lay eyes on them before we leave, if they need medication, I will give it!
“Great care for my fur babies while I was out of town! I felt safe with Emily watching my pets.”
“She is amazing! I love the fact she does meet and greats!! She was (is) amazing with our 14 year old "old man" dog and his extra needs. She is just as amazing with our 5 year old toddler dog! This woman here, Madison, is truly TRULY a life saver.”
About: I am very patient with animals, whether it be a puppy potty training, one with special needs or seniors. You can trust that they are very well loved in your absence. I only work part time so I have a lot of availability. I can just drop in or I can take them for walks and give them quality time. If cared for in my home, you can trust that your pet is well taken care of. I have a 6 ft privacy fence, BIG back yard and a doggy pool if they like to play in water. I also have orthopedic beds in 2 seperate built in dog creates.
About: With 35 yrs of reliable caring for dogs, I've had the pleasure of looking after neighbors', family, and friends' furry friends. Walked, bathed, and lots of love. As a part-time worker, I have flexible schedule that allows me to devote plenty of time to playing and caring for your furry friends. Mon-Sun(6am-10pm) I can care for your pets in comfort of their own home. Alternatively, I can welcome your pets into my home, with a fully fenced back yard.
About: I have taken care of my own dogs since I was young. I currently have 2 dogs of my own a 2 year old and an 8 year old. I am a teacher on summer break and currently work part-time at the YMCA. I have plenty of time during the day to walk and check in on your dogs. I have a fenced in backyard and two friendly dogs of my own. I have my own leashes and harnesses in case of use when needed.
“Ann was super dependable and I trust her in my home!”
“Emma was wonderful! She took great care of our cats and provided good communication and photos of them to us 🙂. She even cleaned up a toy they had tore up which we appreciated. Would definitely recommend!”
About: As a child, I had several pet dogs. As an adult, I had two great dogs for the family. Now recently retired, I occasionally sit and dog-walk two grand dogs. As a retiree, my schedule is quite flexible. I am available any day of the week. I can walk or check in on your pet at any time during the day. I'll be consistent with your pet and alter my interaction depending on your and your pet's style. If I'm at your home, I'll treat it with great respect and leave everything as it was when I arrived.
“Caitlin has provided drop in visits for our dog and cat for multiple trips. She is easy to work with and great with our pets. It's nice to know your pets are in good hands while we are away!”
“great service and came daily as needed.”
“Great communication and focus on our three dogs, will book again.”
“Megan did a great job. My cats are older and she gave them the attention they needed.”
“Maelynn was great with my high-energy pup! She took fantastic care of him and left a detailed Rover card, including lots of pictures of their adventure together. I highly recommend Maelynn!”
About: I grew up with two small yorkie mixes and I’ve always loved taking care of them. My brother has a very energetic chocolate lab husky mix who is now 3 years old. I have spent time watching him & walking him since he was a puppy! Right now, I am finishing up college and I am a waitress. My schedule is very flexible which makes this a perfect fit for me! I have lots of open gaps during the day and some evenings free. Each weeks availability looks a little bit different for me right now. Your dog’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I always follow any care instructions closely, keep a close eye on surroundings during walks, and never take unnecessary risks. I treat every pet like family and make sure to communicate clearly and promptly with you before, during, and after each visit. You can count on me to create a calm, respectful, and secure environment for your dog.
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1. Hannah E.Star Sitter
“Hannah is so wonderful with our dog! She sends updates and pictures and he has warmed up nicely to her! Would recommend her to take care of your fur babies! Repeat customer and plan to use her in the future!”
2. Ben D.
“Ben is great! Very efficient, we love that he came over to do a meet and greet before our trip. He took notes and asked all kinds of questions that were important and relevant that we didn’t even think to include for while we were away. He’s quick and has great communication. Definitely plan on using Ben again!”
3. Mariah M.
“Mariah M would be a wonderful choice for someone that needs a dog sitter. She is conscientious, hard-working, and when she commits to something you can count on her to be dedicated and to follow through. She is respectful of others and their property and also extremely professional in her responsibilities. Mariah truly has a genuine love for all animals. She has since she was a little girl and it has continued all the way up through adulthood. Growing up she dog sat for neighbors, friends, and family many times. Everyone that hired her knew they could count on her to be loving, responsible, and to follow through on her responsibilities. They also knew that their pets would receive great care, lots of attention, and lots of love. Mariah has taken great care of her own family dog for many years providing lots of love and care all the way up through the end of its life. She is the proud and happy owner of 2 large dogs that she treats as if they were her children. She teaches them to behave and gives them more love than they would ever need.”
4. Mackenzie H.
“Mackenzie loves pets and treats them like family. She has watched our dog,Maya, almost every week. She is dependable, caring and will treat your pet like her own. You won’t be disappointed if you use Mackenzie for your pet needs.”
5. Lexi H.
About: I have always loved looking after pets! I have had 4 dogs and 2 cats in my lifetime and I cared for each of them deeply. I promise that if you trust me with your fur babies, I will care for them as I would my own— just as I have done for many of my friends and family over the years! I have transportation to travel if needed as well. Your satisfaction with my pet care is my number one priority and I can guarantee you will not be disappointed booking with me! In late August, I will be going back to school two days a week. However, my schedule is completely open for booking every day until then! In a client’s home, I will care for a pet while still being mindful and respectful of their home. It will be like you never left!
6. Savanna C.
“Savanna goes above and beyond. She noticed a medical issue with my cat and was able to medicate him and got up in the middle of the night to help him.”
7. Emily P.
Star Sitter
“Great care for my fur babies while I was out of town! I felt safe with Emily watching my pets.”
8. Madison G.
“She is amazing! I love the fact she does meet and greats!! She was (is) amazing with our 14 year old "old man" dog and his extra needs. She is just as amazing with our 5 year old toddler dog! This woman here, Madison, is truly TRULY a life saver.”
9. Tracy D.
“Tracy would be exceptional for this adventure!!! She is extremely caring of any animal! She has 3 beautiful dogs of her own, that receives food and care that they are humans! She is passionate about life and what she wants to do with her time! She would be a 10/ 10 for this profession.”
10. Holly W.
“I would absolutely recommend Holly as a pet sitter for Rover!! Holly is an animal lover! She has lots of varieties of animals at home and would take in many more if her husband would allow, lol. Holly is compassionate, gentle, patient, and completely selfless, always putting everyone's needs ahead of her own, including her animals! Holly watched our senior dog, Bella, who had several medical conditions, on numerous occasions and was just as loving and patient with her as could be! Bella always left Holly's with a smile on her face, and we knew she was well taken care of!! Your pet is in the greatest hands possible if Holly is your sitter!”
11. Gabriel D.
About: I have taken care of my own dogs since I was young. I currently have 2 dogs of my own a 2 year old and an 8 year old. I am a teacher on summer break and currently work part-time at the YMCA. I have plenty of time during the day to walk and check in on your dogs. I have a fenced in backyard and two friendly dogs of my own. I have my own leashes and harnesses in case of use when needed.
12. Ann S.
“Ann was super dependable and I trust her in my home!”
13. Emma L.
“Emma was wonderful! She took great care of our cats and provided good communication and photos of them to us 🙂. She even cleaned up a toy they had tore up which we appreciated. Would definitely recommend!”
14. Kevin B.
“Kevin is our go-to dog sitter for our fur baby, Maxie! Maxie loves staying at Kevin's house and especially loves the long walks Kevin takes him on every day. Highly recommend!”
15. Caitlin E.
“Caitlin has provided drop in visits for our dog and cat for multiple trips. She is easy to work with and great with our pets. It's nice to know your pets are in good hands while we are away!”
16. Karla S.
“great service and came daily as needed.”
17. Kaylee B.Star Sitter
“Great communication and focus on our three dogs, will book again.”
18. Megan H.
“Megan did a great job. My cats are older and she gave them the attention they needed.”
19. Maelynn B.
“Maelynn was great with my high-energy pup! She took fantastic care of him and left a detailed Rover card, including lots of pictures of their adventure together. I highly recommend Maelynn!”
20. Alyssa V.
“Alyssa is amazing! She has walked and sat for our energetic lab-husky mix, and he always comes home being happy and worn out! It’s clear she gives him lots of love and attention. We fully trust her and would highly recommend her to anyone!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Joppa on Rover as of Jun 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jun 2025, there are 326 pet sitters in Joppa. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 85% of Joppa pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Joppa have an average of 17 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Joppa.
Rover makes it easy to find Joppa pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 326 pet sitters in Joppa on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Joppa, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 89% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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