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$48
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• 94 reviews
28 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50322

“Rachel was amazing for her first stay with Oscar (dog) & Mimi (cat). Excellent, consistent communication and very caring service for my babies. Oscar is a shy little boy, and she took lots of time allowing him to feel comfortable and showed great patience and understanding. Left the house clean and well cared for, I would welcome her back anytime to care for my pets!”

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• 125 reviews
45 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50322

“Jessica was an amazing house sitter. The boys got spoiled with her and she was so loving to them. Hey miss her already. She was very prompt with communication. We plan on using her again in the future. Thank you Jessica!!”

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$40
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• 25 reviews
10 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Johnston, IA, 50131

“Sarah did a great job with Bernie. He's a rescue and still a little skittish around people he doesn't know, but he warmed up to Sarah in no time. She did a great job with him.”

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Sophia W.
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$75
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• 35 reviews
9 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA, 50311

“Sophia took excellent care of Tiffany while I was out of town for a few days. I keep rebooking her because when I come home, Tiffany is happy and stress free. Sophia follows the instructions I leave for Tiffany’s medicine and routine perfectly and I know I can trust her with Tiffany and my home.”

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Kendra H.
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$45
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• 50 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Ankeny, IA, 50023

“Kendra is great! She took great care of my young puppy while I was out of town. On time, good communication about how everything was going, fun photos and video. It was relatively last minute, and she was still able to make it work.”

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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 59 reviews
26 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA, 50265

“Katherine did a great job with her overnight stay with our cats and dog. They were well cared for and we were in communication with her and she sent pictures daily.”

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Karissa Z.
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$30
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11 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50310

About: I have been a dog owner for as early as I can remember. I grew up with dogs and have always loved taking care of them. I am the proud owner of a Norwegian Elkhound named Luna. Luna gets along well with others and I take her to the dog park frequently. I am a very outdoorsy person and love taking my dog for walks and spending time with her!I live here in Seattle with my boyfriend who is also a very outdoorsy person. We love hiking together as well. I can't wait to meet your pup! Thank you for your consideration😊 I currently work as a Dental Assistant but only 3 days a week. The days alternate weekly so depending on the week I will have different availability. I will however always have Saturdays and Sundays off! I live in a one bedroom apartment in the Udistrict so I mainly walk my dog from my apartment to the park that is two blocks away. Will go multiple time a day.

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Stacey W.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 36 reviews
12 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Sherman Hill, Des Moines, IA, 50309

“Stacey takes great care of our dogs. Whether it’s a drop-in visit or house sitting, I never have to worry about them. They always get plenty of pets, play time, and snuggles.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan C.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Ankeny, IA, 50023

“Megan is absolutely fantastic! This is our 3rd time having Meg come over and stay and we couldn’t be happier with the care our fur babies received! Thank you for loving our Benji and Simba so much!”

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Alexandra H.
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$225
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• 381 reviews
86 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50310

“Alexandra did a great job with our girl. She responded quickly to questions, provided lots of updates, and sent me a lot of great pictures. The house looked spotless when we returned too. We would happily book her again”

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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 267 reviews
55 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Grimes, IA, 50111

“Jen and her daughter were so so great. She completely removed the guilt I had for leaving my two dogs. I have two vizslas and they have a very very high ‘affection needs’. every picture jen sent me was of 2 blissfully happy girls.”

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$56
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 184 reviews
78 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315

“This was my first time with Molly watching the boys. She was awesome! She sent so many pictures and videos which was great, I could tell that they were comfortable with her. She even let them sleep with her and hog the bed! I had several issues with my flights and she was more than willing to be on standby if I didn’t make it home on time. I’ll definitely use Molly again in the future 🌟”

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Jennifer S.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
4 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Johnston, IA, 50131

“Jennifer was great to work with from the start! Super friendly, professional, affectionate towards our pets from the beginning. She spent as much time as she was able with our pets, rather than just quick check ins. We could easily trust that they were being taken care of while we were away! She was very respectful of our things and left the house clean when she was done. We will definitely reach out to Jennifer the next time we need a pet sitter!”

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Cassandra S.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50309

“Cass is someone who loves your pet like they are her own. She sent so many pictures and was sure to communicate daily. She is trustworthy in your home and with the most important members of your family. Thor and Loki can’t wait to have her back.”

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Anna R.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

“We love that Anna always sends pics and updates of the dogs”

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Sam M.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 482 reviews
146 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Drake, Des Moines, IA, 50312

“Sam was excellent with our one year old puppy Wallace! She provided consistent updates throughout our trip and was very attentive to his needs. It made our trip so much easier knowing he was in good hands. I would absolutely recommend Sam and will be rebooking her in the future.”

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Kevin R.
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$50
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• 30 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

About: ***So you want a housesitter?Please read carefully before booking. ***I have an 11lb Havanese in my home who will be w/me for housesitting and boarding assignments*** I live and work downtown (full-time remote). I can host your pet overnight in my home; stay overnight in your home if needed. Pop-in visits to provide breaks, walks, feeding if you live within a reasonable distance. I can also provide day care services. Very flexible and try to respond promptly bc we all have busy lives. I do not have a crate. Bringing your own crate is optional but not required. House broken/trained is preferred. I prefer to host 1 dog at a time. 2 dogs from the same household would be possible but prefer not to mix dogs from multiple households. ***Housesitting notice - I do have an 11lb Havanese puppy that would accompany me for overnight housesitting assignments. He's house-trained, does not shed and very friendly with people and other dogs.*** ***Boarding / House-sitting requests please note that I have a 1yr old 11lb Havanese in my home. Very social, friendly and playful. He gets along w/all people and dogs. He will also be w/me for any house-sitting bookings. House-trained and not destructive.*** I usually reply to requests within 10-20 min. If it's after 11 then the next morning. I work remote full-time Mon to Fri 8-5. Can do pop-in visits, walks and feedings as needed or on a set schedule that works best for your pet's current routine. Condo here and unfortunately do not have a yard but there are lots of green spaces near my condo at 10th and Mulberry. Space is over 1200 sq ft so plenty of room for your pet. ***I do have an 11 lb Havanese puppy that loves attention but is very smart and picks up on queues from other dogs. Shy and timid upon introduction and will play only if the other dog engages. Loves people and attention. My Havanese will be present for boardings and will accompany me for house-sitting bookings***

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Bryn W.
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$50
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10 years of experience
Carpenter, Des Moines, IA, 50311

About: I have a decade of animal care experience, both personally with my own pets and professionally at nature centers, shelters, veterinary offices, and zoos. I have my own special needs cat, so I am deeply passionate about fear free pet care; I meet your animal where they are at and help them feel safe and comfortable while you are away! I provide care through all stages of life, can administer medication, create enrichment, and provide basic training. Through my years of experience fostering, obtaining my degree in Animal Ecology, and working hands on with over 80 different species, you can rest easy knowing your companion is in good hands. I have lots of availability, as caring for animals is my full-time job! For dog walking, I typically start in the morning around 8, and sometimes do evening walks as late as 9 or 10. These hours are flexible, so don’t be afraid to ask! I am not equipped to house pets in my apartment, but I am able to care for your companion(s) in the comfort of their own domain! I have had many animals in my care, both domestic and exotic. It is incredibly important to me that your pet feels safe, so I always let them guide our interactions. I pay close attention to body language and context clues to ensure their boundaries are upheld. I love to provide photo updates with each visit, and a brief description of how they are doing. All dogs will stay leashed outdoors unless in a secure and private fenced in yard. All cats will stay indoors unless harness trained or you have a catio. Safety first!

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Haylee M.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Johnson, IA, 50131

“Haylee was awesome! She arrived on time and cared for our two dogs overnight. Max is a senior dog and needs patience and guidance at times. Both pups were happy when we got home and so were we!!”

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Adrianne H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
5 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Ankeny, IA, 50021

“Adrianne watched my high maintenance Kit for a long weekend and he absolutely loved her! We received updates and photos often. I can tell he was very loved when we were gone and it was so nice not worrying about him all weekend! Will have Adrianna stay with Kit again!!”

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Grace was wonderful! She took great care of our Great Pyr, Luna, while we were on vacation. Will definitely book with her again!

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Maren L.
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Rachel was great! Communicated throughout and sent lots of pictures. Pups were happy, well cared for, and a little spoiled!

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Staci H.
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Yasmin is the best! We’d never used Rover before and couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. She was very responsive in our initial planning and prompt for our appointment. It’s evident that she understands dogs and ours took to her right away. She took great care of them while we were away at a family wedding and we recommend her highly! She is also super great at giving live updates:) Thanks Yasmin🩷

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Sophie B.
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Sierra was amazing! Such great and fast communication which I really appreciate, sending us photos of the dogs, and left the house super clean and intact when she left. We would definitely book her again!

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Tori T.
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Carly took great care of our dogs while we were out of town. She was communicative and very responsive, which was much appreciated. Will be booking with Carly again in the future!

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Matt S.
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Madison did absolutely fantastic with our pups and home. The updates and pictures were great and the dogs took to her almost immediately. Would definitely use Madison again!

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Macaulay O.
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Bella did an amazing job! She is a great communicator and went above and beyond my expectations! The dogs absolutely loved her. We will absolutely be reaching out to her again. I would recommend her to anyone!

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Lauren C.
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Krystal was an amazing dog sitter. She was very passionate and was able to watch our 3 dogs who were different ages and all had different needs.

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Heidi S.
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Krista was awesome caring for my dog. Lots of good companionship and they took several outings to the park together. Great communication and very thoughtful. Thanks!

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Christopher G.
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She took great care of our English bulldog and our house was nice and clean when we came home! Definitely hiring again!

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Molli R.
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Sarah was fantastic! Communicated well, super friendly, and the boys seemed very happy to spend time with her.

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Justin M.
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Angela did such a great job watching my three pups over the Fourth of July weekend! My weimareiner has anxiety, and Angela pulled out all the tricks to keep her calm with picture updates. She was also kind enough to bring our packages in, (they weren’t small..) and she cleaned up the house before our arrival back. Her attention to detail in the home, communication skills, and seeing how my three pups warmed up to her are all the reasons we would recommend her to anyone else. We will definitely be booking with Angela in the future!

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Yulya N.
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Nadine was great! She stayed with our dogs while we were away and made sure they felt comfortable. She sent updates every couple of hours, including pictures, so we could see how relaxed and happy they were. It gave us real peace of mind knowing they were in good hands. We would definitely recommend her!

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MD K.
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Emily was lovely! Came the day before to learn the feeding and medications. Sent pictures as well as texts letting me know how the girls were doing. It was all such a comfort since it was the first time having someone care for them in my home.

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Jenifer M.
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Zaira was amazing! She was so attentive and communicative, taking great care of my dog while I was out of town! I would highly recommend!

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Tess S.
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Very caring. Asked great questions. Great with our senior dog. Good communication and responsiveness. Will definitely hire Amani again!!!

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Kathy B.
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Absolutely amazing house and dog sitter. She went above and beyond in every way and gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. Tiger was so loved, cared for, and spoiled the entire time — we could tell immediately when we got home. She kept us updated, treated our home with care, and truly cared for Tiger like he was her own. We are beyond grateful and would recommend her to anyone without hesitation! 🐾✨

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Karly T.
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Another excellent stay for our girl Sandy by April. She is one of the best. Treats our home with respect and our dog with love. HIGHLY RECOMMEND if you need reliable sitting.

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James T.
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Dawn is tremendously responsible, thorough and caring. Our dog loved her from the minute they met. We never had any concerns for our dog while she was in Dawn’s care.

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Janet B.
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She was very patient with my anxious dog. I could tell she's been around dogs a lot in her life based off the meet and greet. My dog seemed happy when I got him back

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Nicholas L.
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The average cost of House Sitting in Lovington is $37 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $29 and $133 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 611 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Lovington. 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 Lovington 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 Lovington 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 Lovington 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 , 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 .

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 casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .

sitters on Rover set their own , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

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

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