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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley H.
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Ashley H.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 63 reviews
16 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32653

“Great services, highly knowledgeable, and will send lots of cute pictures of your dog to check in! Highly recommend booking with her, just don’t take all the time slots 😆”

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Jonathan C.
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Laquitta & James S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 88 reviews
22 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Ocala, FL, 34479

“It was a pleasure, as usual, to entrust Annie to you. I never worry when she is with both of you! The updates and photos are always a plus. Thank you!”

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MARIA M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
5 years of experience
Ocala, FL, 34470

“Maria was great and the house and yard were perfect for Henry. Maria sent pictures and updates every day we were gone. I could tell he was very happy and well cared for while we were away. I highly recommend Maria and would not hesitate to rebook (actually we already have)!! Thank you Maria!”

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Gayla A.
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Alexander & Josephine J.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 122 reviews
49 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32606

“As always Alex and Jo are dedicated pet owners and their love and compassion for pets are trustworthy Will always come to them for dog sitting needs. Appreciate them so much for taking care of Yoshi”

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Vanessa A.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
gainesville, FL, 32605

“Vanessa is an excellent caregiver. My dog Zeus spent several days with her when he was still recovering from surgery and had some stitches. She was attentive to his medical, emotional and nutritional needs, kept me up to date with everything and Zeus had a wonderful time playing with his furry friends and the family. He was full of love and kept a bright smile the entire time. I am very thankful for Vanessa’s support.”

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Alexis H.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32605

“Alexis did a wonderful job! My dog is rather anxious, but Alexis did a great job taking care of her on a particularly stormy weekend. I appreciated Alexis’ communication (checking in but not too frequent). I would absolutely recommend Alexis to others.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa A.
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Alyssa A.
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$30
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15 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32609

About: Growing up on a farm, I’ve taken care of animals from all walks of life for as long as I can remember! I’m also a second year veterinary student at UF with experience working part time in a pet hospital, so health and general well-being are my highest priorities for your fur babies! Troubled pup? No prob! My own dog took years of training and guidance to get him to be comfortable around people and able to walk on a leash, so I am willing to help out with dogs from all backgrounds and all training levels! Send me a message, and we can chat about our next visit! Being a full-time veterinary student means I'm usually busy learning how to better take care of your pets Monday through Friday during normal business hours. HOWEVER, there is usually a 1-2hr block cut out of each of my days where I can easily sneak out to take your furry friend on a walk or let them out to go potty! At my home - While I have no fenced yard, my apartment complex has an on-site dog park that's left mostly unused, and we live less than 10 minutes from awesome walking locations like Depot Park, Northside Park, or even just walks around the neighborhood (Stephen Foster area). I do have a kitty named Capybara at home, but she's a recluse who will likely pay no mind to any furiends we have staying with us. Seeing as she keeps herself pretty occupied with napping and watching squirrels from her catio, I will plenty of time to spare for your fur baby! On walks - walking a dog is a truly bonding experience and I prioritize my clients comfortability with our outdoor activities! I love hiking and long walks, but short walks around the block are also good! I love getting the opportunity to get out and active with a four-legged fur friend by my side! Having had reactive dogs of my own, I avoid interactions with unknown dogs and always keep babies on leash to ensure safety and positive experiences on every trip! Have a gentle leader? No fear, I’m very experienced with using one and can even help train your pet to be more comfortable in one as well! Have questions? Don’t be shy! Send me a message, and I’m sure we can work out what’s best for you and your pet!

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Shalom W.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
6 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Alachua, FL, 32615

“Shalom did an amazing job watching my dog, Carti, while I was away for work. From the beginning, she was professional, communicative, and made me feel comfortable leaving him in her care. She sent regular updates and pictures throughout his stay, which gave me peace of mind and reassured me that he was having a great time. It was clear that she genuinely cared about Carti and treated him like one of her own. When I picked him up, he was happy, well cared for, and seemed to have thoroughly enjoyed his time with her. I would absolutely trust Shalom to watch Carti again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter. Thank you, Shalom!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Amanda F.
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Amanda F.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 76 reviews
29 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Archer, FL, 32693

“Amanda was awesome with my pups! When I reached out for an update on them I got pictures of them running in the yard. They were in high spirits when pickup time came- can’t thank Amanda enough for taking such good care of my babies🩷”

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Sitter Profile Image: Brenda L.
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Brenda L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 48 reviews
10 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32653

“Brenda took excellent care of Tiba! She sent many updates and was very attentive to all of my senior pup's needs. She was also very accommodating when I needed to change my booking.”

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Manny & Jessica R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 100 reviews
21 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Ocala, FL, 34474

“My fur baby’s go to home away from home. So thankful for this couple. I wouldmt know what to do without them to care for my baby when we go away. Constant updates love and care. Thank u manny and jess! Robbie and ourselves are grateful for u and cash❤️”

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Gianna T.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32608

“This is our 2nd time booking with Gianna and she is absolutely amazing! Lilly loves spending time with her. Thank you for taking care of our baby girl!”

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Josephine H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Morriston, FL, 32668

“Josephine and family took really good care of Shiloh my pup. Shiloh seemed to be living life and having loads of fun, he got his nails trimmed and a bath, 8 day's may have been a little long for him since he never experienced me being gone so long but, he played with other pups, overall im extremely impressed by the Love ❤️ this family gave Shiloh and he is now home lying on couch sleeping, tomorrow he'll be back to his home life, I'll definitely be checking for Josephine's availability from time to time.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Darby E.
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Darby E.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 76 reviews
28 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32609

“Daisy spent 15 days with Darby. She joined right in and did great! We were so happy to find a sitter that fit our needs. We will definitely use Darby again. She sent pictures and videos of Daisy chilling and playing with Wobee. The 2 dogs got along great.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily M.
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Emily M.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32606

“Your pups would genuinely be missing out if you don't pick Emily as their caretaker. - She was incredible with our dogs and took such loving care of them. - She handled our dog's medication on perfect schedule - Sent us plenty of pictures and even videos to make sure we knew our pups weren't just doing okay, they were having the time of their lives. Our dogs were excited to see us, but clearly sad to leave when we came to pick them up. It's also worth mentioning that this was a last minute booking that she took on to help us out. You can't ask for a more kind or considerate person to take care of your fur babies than Emily!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily B.
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Emily B.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 113 reviews
37 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32607

“Friendly service, nice location. Emily took the best care of our Knoxie. She sent us lots of updates and we could tell she was taking great care and attention to our little puppy. We would definitely ise her again. Thanks Emily!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mackenzie M.
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Mackenzie M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
11 years of experience
Keystone heights, FL, 32656

About: I’ve always loved animals and genuinely enjoy caring for them. I spent 6 years at PetSmart caring for dogs, cats, reptiles, and small animals, 2 years working at k9’s for warriors. Working with service animals, administering meds, caring for sick/disabled dogs. I’ve also volunteered with local shelters and at Grace Haven Homestead, where I cared for animals ranging from farm dogs and donkeys to foxes. I’ve been around all kinds of animals and personalities, and I love getting to know each one. My goal is simple: to give your pets a safe, cozy place where they feel comfortable, cared for, and at home while you’re away. I’m a stay-at-home mom who homeschools my two boys, so we spend most of our days at home. Pet care fits naturally into our routine because I’m already here throughout the day. I’m able to give pets plenty of attention, potty breaks, playtime, and company while we go about our normal day. Including any special needs they may need. My kids also love animals, and have been around many to know how to respect them. So having pets around feels like a fun addition to our home rather than a job I’m trying to fit in. I will be the sole caretaker of your animal(s) when here. Caring for pets in my home will depend on if your furry friend is good with kids under 5. My boys are very respectful of dogs and will not bother them. But there will be running, yelling, jumping, playing. Know if your dog is good around kids. We have an acre fenced in yard, plenty of space to run contained. Lots of tree coverage on hot days. Cozy beanbag bed for dogs. We’ll make them feel like family! We have a valley bulldog, cat, and bearded dragon! We love all animals. We look forward to meet yours. Smoke free home. I will be the sole caretaker when your animal(s) are here, the kids will just add love comfort, and fun if they want it!

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Ana M.
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$72
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 473 reviews
302 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32606

“I left my German shepherd with Ana for 5 days and I’ve never felt better about leaving him. He got so much exercise and play time in Ana’s huge property. Ana is so responsive and gave us updates on Bowie daily. I’m so happy to have found someone I can feel great about leaving my dog with. Couldn’t recommend her enough!!”

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Sheyciara M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 36 reviews
8 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32608

“Sheyciara was really great with our pups! She sent lots of updates and I could tell our dogs were well taken care of when I picked them up. Definitely recommend her! She was flexible with pick up after we got stuck in traffic which I greatly appreciated!”

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Jessica U.
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$40
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5 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32653

About: I have 5+ years of experience caring full time for my own furbaby + friends/family's precious pups! I also have experience with potty training and crate training. You can expect your pup to be treated like my own during their stay with me! I work from home on Mondays and Fridays so I can be home with your pet throughout the day these days. I also am completely free on weekends :) Depending on your pup's preferences, we might go on some fun nature hikes near our neighborhood or just chill at home and let them enjoy our large fenced backyard! I have a large fenced in backyard, a lovely neighborhood for walks, a dog park nearby, and several hiking trails nearby as well. We have a large doodle named Elvis who will be in the house. He is super friendly and loves to play with other dogs! He is also crate trained so if your pup needs some alone time during the day or prefers to sleep alone at night, we can accommodate that.

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Lochloosa is $39

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As of November 2026, there are 435 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Lochloosa. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

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.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

96% of sitters in Lochloosa can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Lochloosa home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Lochloosa.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Lochloosa. 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.

You and your Lochloosa sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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.

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in FL ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

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

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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