Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in La Mesa, Albuquerque
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1. Tawnia F.
“Tawnya was such a a great sitter for our pets. She was patient with our shy pup and sent pictures with every check in. I can't recommend her enough and will be using her again.”
2. Eden S.
“This was the first time Eden watched our cat. But it won’t be the last. She did an excellent job. Callie was well taken care of. Eden sent photos and communicated with us everyday.”
3. Cristina A.
“Christina is AMAZING!!!! I think my pup was disappointed to see me walk through the door. Her communication/feedback is superior. I don’t trust anyone BUT Christina with my ball of fluff. I highly recommend her…in fact I am going to re-book for my next trip right now!!!”
4. Skyler M.
“Skyler did such a great job catsitting for our two kitties!! She was very communicative and sent pictures while we were gone. Skyler made sure she knew how to administer our cats medications before we left, and we felt confident in her with her past experience. I would definitely recommend Skyler to anyone needing a reliable pet sitter:)”
5. Brooke B.
“We have four kitties, which is enough of a challenge for anyone. But they’re also particular and quirky and two have medical needs. Brooke did an amazing job getting them all their meds and making sure they were well fed and they all like her! Would definitely rebook with her in the future.”
6. Brigit B.
“We had such a great experience with Brigit during a recent trip! She was extremely professional, reliable, efficient, and detail oriented. We especially appreciated her consistency in sending us pictures of our beloved kittens throughout our absence. I would absolutely and enthusiastically opt for her services again.”
7. Jessica B.
“Jessica was a great cat sitter! All instructions were followed and she was great at communicating. Skittles seemed very happy upon my return! I would book with her again.”
8. Erika P.
“Erika is wonderful and insightful and intuitive with cats. She picks up on their subtle cues and adjusts her care accordingly. I’m so grateful she was able to care for my kitty”
9. Elliot L.
“10/10 dog sitter! My dog is so happy in every picture I get and is in good spirits when I come home. Thank you for taking great care of our pups!!”
10. Holly & Robert E.
“Holly are Robert are the absolute BEST!!!! We had very trying circumstances for them with the dog of a terminally ill patient and they handled it with care, empathy and consideration and we couldn't be happier with the service they provided us! They even followed up with suggestions that would improve the situation for the dog, for which we are so grateful!!! Cynthia R.”
11. Autumn T.
“Autumn stayed in great contact with me and my cat appeared happy!”
12. Wendy H.
“Wendy is amazing. She is extremely reliable, trustworthy, loving and professional. Wendy walks our dogs 3 times a week and, stays with our dogs almost every month. She walks them, feeds them, and plays with them. She treats our dogs like family. Our dogs absolutely LOVE her. They get so excited every time she comes to the house. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs a fantastic dog sitter.”
13. Stacy R.
“Stacy is the friendliest person to care for anyone's pet! She is attentive and follows all special instructions related to diets, socialization, medications and temperaments of your pet(s). She can wrangle in the rowdy and playful and can also soothe anxious fur babies with lots of positive praise and interaction. Kind and always helpful.. Stacy is amazing.”
14. Amani D.
“Amani was so great with our cat again! She goes above and beyond (brushing her and giving her love) and we are always at ease when she’s able to sit for us”
15. Misty W.
“It was wonderful to work with Misty! She’s very professional, considerate, and communicative. I really appreciated her flexibility and the daily pictures! I also learned a thing or two about dog training from her, which I found super helpful. My critters all love her (obviously the most important thing!). I highly recommend her for all your critters.”
16. Hossanna S.
“Hossanna was wonderful taking care of my pups; describing them as “angels” and with my large anxious dog and one elderly baby, it was assuring as it is sweet! She worked with me remotely no problems and went seamlessly with reliable pictures and communication for confirmation. She was diligent and flexible with their schedules and have only positive remarks for her care!”
17. Elaine D.
“Elaine was so professional and conscientious, while also being a fun and lovely companion to our kitty. Lola was in the best hands while we were away.”
18. Deidra T.
“Deidra was absolutely amazing! My doggies absolutely LOVED her and she was amazing at keeping me updated! I would recommend her to any and everyone and will definitely be using her in the future!”
19. Spencer L.
“I don’t trust many people with my dogs, but Spencer is truly amazing! I love receiving all the photos of his visits with my dogs. Thank you Spencer!”
20. Tara M.
“Tara is a very kind and caring individual, she has watched. My dogs for me several times and i am always pleased with her services, I would highly recommend her to any pet parent looking for someone to watch their babies while they're away!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in La Mesa on Rover as of Jul 2024 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 Jul 2024, there are 117 pet sitters in La Mesa. 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, 89% of La Mesa pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in La Mesa have an average of 15 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 La Mesa.
Rover makes it easy to find La Mesa 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 117 pet sitters in La Mesa on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In La Mesa, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 90% offer medication administration, and 80% 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.