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171 reviews
47 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Bellevue, Richmond, VA, 23227

Alyssa was wonderful. She's professional and skilled. She did the job as promised. It was great to know your pet is in good hands and I would hire her again 😊

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363 reviews
64 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23228

Laura helped me out when I was injured and couldn't take my dog for long walks. She was very quick to respond and took great photos of my pup when they were together. They seemed to have fun together, and I am so grateful she could help me and my dog!

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Joe D.
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37 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23228

Joe took such great care of my dog and provided great updates and pictures of her with each walk. I’d hire him again in a heartbeat.

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Grace H.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
17 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23228

Grace was so helpful and quick to respond to a last minute request! She took great care of Cookie and brought in some packages that were left on our porch without being asked! We will definitely be booking her again!

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Megan M.
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Devinder K.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
92 reviews
37 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Highland Park Southern Tip, Richmond, VA, 23222

Devinder is super quick to respond to requests, and my dog loves her time with him. He always provides a detailed update about their time together. I highly recommend him for any pet care needs!

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Amy C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Bellevue, Richmond, VA, 23227

About: I am a grad student with a very flexible schedule! I have owned and cared for a range of dog breeds, from cocker spaniels to German shepherds. I even had a Great Dane for several years! No mess is too big! I’ve administered medications and love getting outdoors and would love to walk or drop into your pet! I adore cats and I have an American bobtail cat called Atlas 🐈‍⬛ Don’t have a dog or cat? ! I’ve cared for fish, ducks, pigeons, degus, a parrot and a flying squirrel! My daily routine is incredibly flexible as I am currently working on my PhD! I pick my hours and I can work around any pet sitting/walking needs! I am a gentle person who loves to give pets and go for walks and (if willing) give belly rubs! I look after a very content male cat daily (who follows me around the house).

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Mya S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23227

About: I’ve personally have two dogs and one cat, but taken care of many more. Puppies, potty accidents, senior dogs, grouchy cats. I love them all! Looking to gain more professional experience with different animal personalities. I am a former dog foster for the Richmond SPCA and Beagles & Bentleys. My availability is mostly open during the week! For weekends, I might need request decently far an advance as I do Rover as my side job. My home has already been made pet friendly and has the space to accommodate 1-2 more pets (depending on size) as I do have two of my own. I like to get a sense of how the pet feels about his / my home to establish their level of comfortability and trust.

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Krista B.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
26 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23227

Krista is so great with Coco! She is great with communication and giving detailed updates on how their time was together so that I know exactly how she is doing. I really appreciate the effort and care that goes into taking care of her!!

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Theresa M.
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$22
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6 reviews
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23222

Very accomdating.

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Sitter Profile Image: Eleanor S.
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Eleanor S.
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$18
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5 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23227

About: Hello! I've been working with dogs professionally for 3 years. I also work at Ruff Canine Club in Scott's Addition as a "rufferee"! I'm very interested in dog behavior so I've learned a lot over the years about handling all sizes, levels of reactivity and unique quirks. Can't forget about CATS! I love them too :) I am comfortable administering medication, vet visits, walks, yard play, managing multi pet households, puppies and seniors. I am currently working part time and have a very flexible schedule. I have a car so I can easy transport to and from homes. Unfortunately, with where I am living, I am unable to board pets at my residence. I provide in home sitting through my personal business and do not offer it through Rover (only walks and drop ins).

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Chynna N.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
20 repeat clients
14 years of experience
North Highland Park, Richmond, VA, 23222

Chynna took great care of my Junie while I was away. She followed all instructions, sent me lots of photos, and kept me informed on how Junie was doing on their walks. I will definitely be using Chynna again for any dog sitting needs!

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Rebecca L.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
10 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23228

Great interaction, no issues with a last minute booking for a late night walk.

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Sidney D.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
79 reviews
29 repeat clients
20 years of experience
The Fan, Richmond, VA, 23220

Sidney is so wonderful with our sweet pug! We trust her deeply and she is a great communicator and very flexible with our somewhat unpredictable schedules.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kristina C.
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Kristina C.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
265 reviews
56 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23228

Kristina was once again great with our pooch with a little bit of get reacquainted time! They will be great together on their next sleepover.

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Matthew B.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23226

About: I have over a decade of experience in walking and watching fur babies. I treat each one like they’re my own. If you have any questions just ask!

Sitter Profile Image: Ali W.
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Ali W.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
18 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23228

Great walk and great feed back. Came home to a happy dog.

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William D.
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$18
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10 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23228

About: I’ve taken care of and been around dogs and some cats my whole life. I have helped care for my own dog along with my grandmother and aunts dogs and cats. I am young but responsible and caring. I love animals and want to help provide the best care for your pets This is currently my only job so I have plenty of free time to help care for your pets! I am young but trustworthy and reliable and will treat your pets as my own I am happy to provide pet care in your home following all of your standards of care. I currently do not have a fenced in yard at my home so will not be able to care for your pets in my home

Sitter Profile Image: Amy C.
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Amy C.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
8 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23228

Amy to the rescue! Our normal dog walker was suddenly hospitalized and we were able to book Amy on short notice (less than 24 hours). We are so glad we did! She came over to meet our pup and had a few questions for us. She was very responsive and sent a little recap of the walk, the walk details, and amazing pictures. Would definitely recommend!

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Marjorie L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23219

About: I’ve been dog-sitting for about 5 years now. I’ve mainly taken care of small to medium sized dogs but I’m open to looking after larger dogs as well. I am very reliable and have a lot of energy to keep your dog entertained throughout the day. I love going for walks and and going to dog parks if allowed by the owner. I live in an apartment and it’s dog-friend and the apartment has a dog area where they can relieve themselves. I live in a studio apartment but there’s plenty of open space where your pup can lounge around. I’m very attentive of your dogs needs, so I stay on top of taking them out for walks and making sure their water bowl is kept full and following their feeding schedule. Also open to grooming and showering your dog, especially if they are staying overnight with me. If your pup is energetic and loves to play we will be a great match!!

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Amanda L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
6 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23228

Amanda has been a lifesaver walking my fur baby 1-2 walks/day for 2 weeks now. She goes above and beyond to give my anxious-when-alone-pup so much love and attention while I am working long shifts. She gives great updates on how he is doing, and is so thoughtful and attuned to what he needs. Every night I come home to a happy and not anxious pup, which is such a comfort! So thankful my furbabe and I found her when we are new in town!

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Rebecca is great! She is always very responsive and provides a detailed report of her visits with Winston

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Sarah S.
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Alyssa took great care of Ms Finley and accommodated her needs as she had recently injured herself buy assisted her up and down the stairs for the week. She was wonderful to communicate with and I will definitely use her in the future.

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Abby D.
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Amanda was fantastic. She was always on time and very communicative. Both the pets were well taken care of and enjoyed her company!

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Brett R.
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Josh is excellent and I would highly recommend! He is communicative, prompt, and follows instructions well.

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Sydney L.
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Lexi did an amazing job walking my greyhound and spending the rest of the time with him in the house! He was so happy and looked like he felt safe in all the pictures she sent us, and she got some of our cat too :) We appreciate the care she took with Kuru and we would absolutely book her again. This was our first experience on Rover and I’m glad it worked out so well.

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Keerti V.
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Viv was so nice and easy to work with! She takes the best photos, is punctual, fills up Teddy’s water, and magically gets rid of the dog poo! Teddy and I will miss her now that she is going back to her regular job for the school season! Thanks for the great service Viv!

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Kristen E.
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Shelby has been so amazing with waking my pup while I’m at work during the day! She leaves great notes and gives Millie love, companionship, and some much needed exercise. Millie absolutely loves her and I’m so grateful!

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Catherine M.
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My dog loves Madeline! She is attentive and so sweet. He looks forward to seeing her each day. We highly recommend her.

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Rebecca G.
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We absolutely adore Geri! From day one, she’s been incredible with our furry kids, and we couldn’t ask for a better dog walker and pet sitter. Our pups always come back happy, well-exercised, and clearly loved. But the real miracle? Winning over our resident diva, Gigi! 😂 Gigi believes every interaction should begin with a few minutes of dramatic protests and attitude (she likes to keep everyone humble), but Geri never skips a beat. With so much patience, kindness, and consistency, she has completely won Gigi’s heart. Watching our little diva go from “Absolutely not!” to “Oh, it’s YOU!” has been nothing short of amazing. One of our favorite parts of the day is receiving the adorable photos Geri sends during their walks. They always brighten our day and reassure us that our furry kids are having the best time. You can genuinely see how happy, comfortable, and cared for they are. Geri is dependable, communicative, and truly treats our pets like family. It’s rare to find someone who not only provides exceptional care but also builds such a special bond with your animals. We feel incredibly lucky to have found her and recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for someone who will love and care for their pets as if they were her own. Thank you, Geri, for taking such wonderful care of our furry family—and for somehow convincing our little diva that you’re actually one of her favorite humans! ❤️🐾

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Kshitij M.
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Absolutely amazing! Her communication was excellent from start to finish, and she kept me updated with plenty of pictures and videos, which I really appreciated. She truly went above and beyond by making an extra trip to ensure my dog was well taken care of, and that meant so much to me. During the heat wave, she was also very mindful of protecting his paws and making sure he stayed safe and comfortable. It was clear she cared for him like he was her own, and my dog absolutely loved her. I felt completely at ease knowing he was in such great hands, and I would trust her with him again without hesitation. I highly recommend her!

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Iyania H.
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Mallory has been outstanding with my very anxious children! Weekly walks and overnight stays have been a god send for my work travel! wish I could take them with me in the move! You can’t go wrong!

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Taylor B.
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James was great! He was reliable, communicative, and took excellent care of my dogs while I was away. I appreciated the updates and could tell my pets were comfortable and well looked after. I would definitely book with James again.

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Madison S.
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We really really value Kristina's dedication to our dogs. She's super communicative and prompt. She also leaves the funniest report cards (and takes the best photos). Thank you Kristina!!

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Amanda P.
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Gillian has been a reliable and communicative dog walker. She is always on time or lets me know if she's running a tad late. She reports on the walk, and I feel as if I can trust her with my precious pup.

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Dawn T.
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I love this dog walker and more importantly my dog is crazy about her! She came in today and before I could get his harness on he broke to get to her!

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Catherine C.
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We have used Collette multiple times now and she has been a terrific help, always responds on time and is reasonably priced which is much appreciated. I would definitely recommend:)

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Mary B.
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Consistent and no bs. Is generally flexible with scheduling and accommodating my ever changing needs as a business owner. Grateful for the help.

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hayden m.
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Wonderful experience. Niely took very good care of our boy. Very professional and thorough. Highly recommend!

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Amanda B.
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Virginia has been very friendly, communicative, and reliable! She made everything easy and stress-free as I know I can trust her to walk Rory. I definitely recommend her services and will absolutely be reaching out in the future!

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Ursula G.
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Jessica did a great job walking our Australian Shepherd! It was my first time using Rover and she made it super easy. She was right on time, professional, and friendly. Will definitely be reaching out to Jessica next time I need helping walking my dog! Thanks Jessica!!

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Annie N.
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The average cost for Dog Walking in Lakeside on Rover is $22.2 per walk (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Walking easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Walking. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of September 2026, there are 2,369 sitters on Rover offering Dog Walking across Lakeside. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Whether you want a solo or group walk depends on your dog's personality. Solo walks can be beneficial for dog parents with reactive dogs, puppies, or dogs who are anxious around unfamiliar animals. Many dog walkers on Rover offer private, one-on-one walking services.

Group walks are a good fit for social dogs who enjoy structured walks. If your dog prefers the energy of a group stroll, ask your dog walker about group walks in your Lakeside. Since all dog walkers are local, they may have a neighborhood dog who is a good walking companion to yours.

For dog walking services, you can request a report card update with specifics about your dog’s walk. Report cards require photos and can include a map of the walking route , total walk time, poop and pee breaks, and distance traveled, so you know exactly where your dog has been walking in Lakeside.

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All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

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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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .

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

  • 94% of walkers can help with special care needs
  • 98% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 98% 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.

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A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a walker. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your walker 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 walker questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and walkers on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

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