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Xena S.
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57 reviews
10 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

It. was my first booking with Xena and had an amazing experience! She’s so friendly, knowledgeable, professional and my baby was comfortable around her. The minute they met he was all over her to play and was really worried that with his high energy it may be too much to handle. Xena was so patient and kind with him which gave me the peace of mind and will be booking again in the future.

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Pam M.
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India H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
96 reviews
16 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

India did an excellent job house sitting with our goldendoodle and German Shepard. She followed the care instructions and sent updates throughout the sit.

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Charlie M.
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$42
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14 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

Charlie house sat for us for a week. He took amazing care of our cat and dog. Charlie was very professional and an excellent communicator. When we got home, the pets were happy and the house was immaculate. I highly recommend Charlie for pet sitting. We'll be using his services again!

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Vanessa D.
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$55
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12 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

I simply cannot express the relief I had while traveling with Vanessa as my house/pet sitter. I have 2 cats and was babysitting my daughters cat, who arrived the day I left. Vanessa sent pics everyday of the cats snuggled with her or chilling in their fav spots! My trip was very unexpected, and it was my first time using Rover. I’ve always wary booked Vanessa again for a trip I had planned and was going to take my cat to my daughters, but it was so much more relaxing for them here in their home❤️

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Angela M.
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Jennifer C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
21 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20904

Jennifer really did a great job looking after our two younger dogs. She kept us informed and sent pictures. And was very thoughtful in making sure they were all set before she left. She stayed in our home and took good care of it as well. I will definitely recommend Jennifer.

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Mary M.
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Aliyah M.
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21 reviews
11 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20902

Aliyah went above and beyond in taking care of my cats. My youngest fur baby instantly warmed up to her, which is quite rare! Aliyah sent me lots of photos while I was away, easing my separation anxiety. Being away from my cats is never easy, but knowing they were in such great care with Aliyah made it so much better.

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Denisse P.
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11 reviews
4 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Rockville, MD, 20853

About: I have dogs of my own that I take on daily walks. I have two husky’s (11 and 6 yrs) and a pitbull I had for 13.5 yrs (she crossed the rainbow bridge). I enjoy going out for walks because I know it’s a dogs favorite time of the day. I’ve taken my friends and family’s dogs on walks while they’ve been out of town. I’m looking to walk dogs in the evening when I go for my afternoon walks around the neighborhood. There are times where I may have availability during the day as well. I’m flexible and will do my best to fit you into my schedule. I love dogs and I treat all dog as if they are my own. I’ll make sure to make them feel comfortable with me and give them the attention they need.

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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

Ana G. was wonderful with Ollie, who has severe separation anxiety. She played with him on the floor, which he loves to do. After playing, Ollie was tired, and decided to snuggle with Ana. I think it was a really good experience for Ollie and me. I would definitely request Ana G. again.

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Scott M.
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$39
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6 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

About: I've lived with and cared for dogs of many types and currently have the privilege of caring for my three year old hound mix rescue. I'm reliable, detail-oriented, and have a genuine love for animals. I’m generally available most nights and weekend days. I also remotely during the week and can usually provide drop in services for clients near my home. For drop in services your home and your pets will be treated with the utmost care and attention, and I’ll provide multiple photos to you promptly.

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Jason U.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
112 reviews
46 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

Jason did a great job taking care of our two greyhounds. One of them had an unexpected GI illness and he cooked them rice and cleaned up their accidents. We felt very comfortable knowing they were well cared for.

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Katy E.
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Heidy G.
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$57
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
14 repeat clients
3 years of experience
North Bethesda, MD, 20852

She was so nice and took great care of my dog. My dog sometimes is timid among strangers but Heidy made the experience much better and gave me peace of mind knowing he was in great hands. 🌸🌸 10/10 recommend.

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Andrea M.
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Musse A.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
5 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Silver spring, MD, 20904

Musse did a great job on a last minute house sitting for our two dogs and cat! Very communicative and sent regular updates/photos of everyone.

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Bianca G.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Rockville, MD, 20853

About: I offer more than basic pet sitting—I bring experience, intuition, and a calm, knowledgeable approach to every visit. From everyday care to more complex medical needs, including medication administration, I’m confident handling a wide range of situations while keeping your pet comfortable and stress-free. I have a flexible schedule that allows me to accommodate a variety of pet care needs, with a preference for early mornings, late afternoons, and evenings. These times are ideal for walks, feedings, and quality time, especially for pets who thrive on consistent routines or need care outside of standard work hours. I’m happy to work with your schedule to ensure your pet receives dependable, timely care when they need it most. My apartment is located in a safe, pet-friendly community that’s ideal for in-home sitting. The environment is calm, clean, and welcoming, with plenty of space for pets to relax comfortably. Being in a dog-friendly area also means easy access to safe walking paths and a neighborhood where pets are part of everyday life. I make sure every pet in my care feels secure, supervised, and right at home.

Sitter Profile Image: Malek B.
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Malek B.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
18 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Rockville, MD, 20853

Malek was amazing!! He really loves animals and treated out two huskies and cat like royalty. He sent us updates on them and photos. We were always in the know. We came back and they were very well taken care of, I would use him again!

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Bridget C.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
23 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20902

Bridget was great with our pup, Glacier. She always kept us updated with daily texts and pictures. We would definitely use her again for pet sitting.

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Duncan G.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
19 repeat clients
31 years of experience
Olney, MD, 20832

Duncan was fantastic and will use him again!. We have (2) small dogs (Frenchie and Pug) and have only had them stay with family. Our recent 2 week vacation did not line up with our family's availability so I had to find someone through Rover. So glad that I found Duncan. He is very responsive and thorough with his questions.. He took excellent care of our high maintenance pups (giving them meds and lots of love). He stayed in our home and left it in great condition. Will continue to use him for our vacation trips as well as business trips.

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Patty M.
Sitter Profile Image: Cindy Z.
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Cindy Z.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews
19 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20904

We greatly appreciated having Cindy as a sitter! She was kind and responsive, and our dog much prefers having someone around when we are out of town. Would reccomend Cindy and have her again in the future. :)

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Lauren S.
Sitter Profile Image: Isabelle D.
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Isabelle D.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
3 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Burtonsville, MD, 20866

Izzy was so great - very responsive and took care of all my requests! Very grateful that I found her on Rover, and I'll definitely be booking with her again!

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Stephanie S.
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Dehara W.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Olney, MD, 20832

Dehara was absolutely perfect! She took great care of my boy dog who is older and my cat! Tons of pictures and walks and updates. I was gone for 4 days and really felt that my pets were super loved! We’d have Dehara back in a heartbeat! Thank you Dehara!

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Mary D.
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Omar & Claudia T.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
13 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Rockville, MD, 20852

Omar and Claudia were fantastic! Gizmo is easy going but Pepe is super hard to please, and they managed to gain his trust in no time. Omar and Claudia were punctual, professional, reliable and kind. They kept communicating with us throughout the sitting period and share photos and videos of our two boys. Their dedication to our dogs is greatly appreciated and we’ll definitely book them again soon. We really appreciate their dedication to make sure everything was perfect.

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Felipe M.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Layhill is $50

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Stephanie took great care of our dog and two kittens during a house sitting! She was super sweet, communicative, and as a pet parent herself she knew how to give them all the attention and affections they needed to make sure they are comfortable while we were away for a couple of nights. Highly recommend her.

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Elona V.
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Ana G. is a fabulous babysitter. My beagle can be a bit much to handle, but Ana is really patient with him & he seems to really like her. He loves to cuddle with her.

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Anna W.
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Erin house sat with our three dogs, cat and two parakeets for a week. She came over for an additional meet and greet to talk to our daughter about her cat’s special needs. Erin walked all the dogs, played with the cat and watered and fed the parakeets. We felt good knowing she was taking care of all our pets and managing other things at the house. We will definitely have Erin help us out again.

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Karen C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Cindy stayed in our house to take care of our fur baby while we traveled. She was caring, responsible and a good communicator. She sent cute photos so we could see that our dog was calm and comfortable with her

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Kristin S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Karen was incredible with our 2 dogs. We are typically stressed traveling from bad experiences with rovers but Karen was really the best. Very communicative with tons of updates. She took amazing care of our boys and we will absolutely look to use her again in the future. Highly highly recommend.

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Sam H.
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Kalani is still one of the best dog/house sitters we’ve ever had. She’s extremely thoughtful, communicative and attentive. Her calming energy puts both us and our animals at ease and we always feel very secure leaving her with our home and fur babies ❤️

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Emily H.
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Jason was a fabulous sitter. Sent lots of pictures and constant communication. My doggies, one is 12, were very happy in his care. Will definitely use him again!

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Patricia K.
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Bridget is the complete package! Professional, pleasant to work with, gentle and caring to our dog. Will happily use her again and again!

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Ruth P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rachel is, indeed, very energetic & outgoing. I was delighted to see how friendly my dog felt towards her after our trip was over. He (& I) will definitely request her again for another trip. My cats are not as easily won over but she managed to help them feel better thru their huge separation anxiety & they were doing well when we returned home. Rachel was terrific about communicating with me thru out & sending photos.

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Sarah K.
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Xena was great! We just moved into town and she made it so easy and stress free to know our fur kiddo was well taken care of when going out of town. She was forgiving of the chaos of our house due to the unpacking and was able to support Levi as a senior. Will be booking again when we need a dog sitter!

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Abigale E.
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Jennifer is super kind and understanding. She took wonderful care of my little anxious dog, and was very understandable about me being so anxious being away from him! Our home was left spotless and she even watered our plants. Would highly, highly recommend.

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Alex D.
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Alex was truly amazing. She kept us updated throughout our whole trip, sending pictures, and asking questions if needed. Our house was left super clean, and all pets/plants are very happy. We would 100% hire her again!!

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EMILY D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lisa took excellent care of my fur babies while I was in the hospital. I know she soothed my elderly dachshund during a rainstorm.

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Anne H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Zaena was a fantastic house sitter for my dog Maisy. It was Maisy’s first time with a house sitter and Zaena was great about Maisy’s medications, schedule, and behavioral quirks. She was very communicative and sent updates and pictures/videos daily. I look forward to having Zaena watch Maisy again.

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Kristina N.
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Ellen sat for us over a long weekend most recently for the first time. She did a great job! We received frequent updates and photos showing us that all of our cats were well and comfortable. Would definitely use her again.

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Douglas N.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Melanie took excellent care of our furballs and home while away. She gave us photo updates daily and was very accommodating to start early when airport security lines got very backed up. Will definitely book again!

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Cheryl M.
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Betsabe was very responsible, a great communicator and fabulous with our dogs. She sent lots of photos so I always knew that they were doing well. I highly recommend her.

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Heidi C.
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Diana is absolutely amazing with dogs. We have a 3 month old puppy & one of us has always been with her. This was the first time we had to leave her alone & I was very anxious (even decided to stay home with our puppy). But from the moment our pup saw Diana she was all over her, snuggling up to her & licking her face. Diana sent us pix of our pup & her - & our puppy was fast asleep on Diana's lap. I totally recommend Diana - she's incredible with dogs.

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Albert K.
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Nothing but positive things to say about Casper! This was our first time trying a pet sitter (we usually board our dogs), and we could not have been happier. We received photos and a recap of the day, every day and the house was spotless when we returned. Knowing that our boys and our home was being looked after definitely made our vacation more relaxing. Thanks Casper!!

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B V.
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Joshua and his family was fantastic with my pup! Will definitely be rebooking in the future when needed.

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Morgan S.
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The average cost for House Sitting in Layhill on Rover is $40 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting 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 House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 11,495 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Layhill. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Layhill walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Layhill maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Layhill choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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 Rover Guarantee , 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .

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 pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet 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.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters 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.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% 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.

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 use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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