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Blanca G.
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$12
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Tenney-Lapham, Madison, WI, 53703

Blanca was amazing - super reliable and responsive! Our cat is usually grumpy, but Blanca is a natural and the cat LOVED her. Great updates and photos with each visit. Will definitely book again!

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Eric C.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
40 years of experience
Madison, WI, 53715

Eric was warm and gentle caring for Cocoa. He was thoughtful and diligent to make sure he had everything he’d need to offer the best care. Will definitely book with him again. Thanks Eric!

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Shayanne T.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
25 years of experience
Bay Creek, Madison, WI, 53715

Shayanne was absolutely wonderful! She was super attentive, sweet, and followed all of my instructions perfectly. She was also incredibly flexible and easy to communicate with, which made everything so stress-free. I felt completely comfortable knowing my cat was in good hands while I was away. I would absolutely book with Shayanne again and highly recommend her!

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Siri S.
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$12
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Madison, WI, 53703

Siri was very tentative with our dog and communicated well. Siri was able to give Robin her medication, feed, water, and spend time with our senior dog. We would definitely have her care for our dog again.

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Beatrice L.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
4 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Bay Creek, Madison, WI, 53715

My pups loved Beatrice during her drop-in visits throughout the week! She provided great pictures of both of them which let me knew that my dogs were well taken care of while I was busy at work. Thank you so much! I will definitely book her again for other dates! :)

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Natalie B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
286 reviews
103 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Hill Farms-University Neighborh, Madison, WI, 53705

Natalie looked after my 9 month old kitten while I was overseas for 2 weeks, so I was naturally worried since I was away for so long. However she provided great updates and pics and was responsive. Was able to get along well with my cat even though he is naturally shy. Even bought litter since I forgot to restock until it was too late!

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Jacob S.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
3 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Capitol, Madison, WI, 53703

Jacob was great! He came by to check in on our dog while we were away for the day and was super friendly, responsible, and easy to communicate with. He sent us photos and updates during the visit, which we really appreciated. We felt completely comfortable knowing our dog was in good hands and would definitely book with Jacob again!

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Elena "Sofi" R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
12 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Capitol, Madison, WI, 53715

Sofi was patient and caring for my dog. My dog warmed up to Sofi more and more each drop in visit. She was great at communicating and sent adorable pictures. Very reliable!

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Caroline S.
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$13
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15 years of experience
Tenney-Lapham, Madison, WI, 53703

About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was in middle school, often dog sitting for neighbors and friends! I grew up with dogs and now have a sweet 2 year old terrier of my own I'm currently working full time so I am looking for more weekend and holiday gigs! This being said I work downtown and usually get off right at 5, so can do evening walks. I have a friendly 20 lbs terrier of my own who loves to play play play! Your pup will certainly not be bored if staying at my home.

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Jack F.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
8 repeat clients
14 years of experience
South Campus, Madison, WI, 53715

Thank you for responding to my request to help with Sophia today. It sounds like she ate well and felt like walking more today! Thank you for taking good care of her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Seanna B.
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Seanna B.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
256 reviews
54 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Capitol, Madison, WI, 53703

Great, reliable care! Love the detailed notes about how the visits went. I have booked Seanna multiple times now and would again in the future!

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Alexandra B.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Capitol, Madison, WI, 53703

About: I have always loved animals. I was the kid that would bring stray animals home asking my parents if I could keep them. I have always had dogs in my family homes. I graduated from Iowa State University with an Animal Science degree in May of 2016. I have dog sat for other families in the Waterloo/Cedar Falls area. I honestly love dog sitting and I have even taken care of some turtles and tortoises. I don’t really think of pet sitting as a job, but rather an opportunity to provide a safe and loving environment for your family pets while you are on vacation or if you have other obligations. I know how difficult it is to find someone who cares for your animals as you do, and I would truly love to be that person.

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Nate G.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
226 reviews
77 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Madison, WI, 53715

Nate is great - if he’s available he’s my first choice for feeding my 2 furballs. He plays with the cats and pets them and I can tell they miss him when I come back.

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Brenna O.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Capitol, Madison, WI, 53703

Brenna is so attentive and sends the absolute best updates. It's very evident how much she loves and enjoys my pup. That, and good care is all I can ask for, and it's delivered. highly recommend!

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Hannah B.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
6 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Moorland-Rimrock, Madison, WI, 53713

We really appreciated Hannah. She was prompt and professional and showed immense comfort around my 3 dogs who had never been let out by someone they didn't know. I'd use her every time!

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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Greenbush, Madison, WI, 53715

Dustin took great care of our two cats! He was very responsive and professional and followed our directions. Our very shy cat even came out to greet him so clearly he knows what he’s doing! We will definitely book again!!

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Alissa W.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Bay Creek, Madison, WI, 53715

Alissa was wonderful as always! I’ve booked with Alissa a few times now, and she goes above and beyond with all the pictures she sends and very detailed updates after each visit. She’s helped clean up after accidents and keep my cats from getting into any mischief.

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Vanessa U.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
10 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Sherman Terrace, Madison, WI, 53704

We literally could not be happier with the care we got from Vanessa. This was our first extended time away since adopting Finn where a friend or relative (usually his grandma) was not available to cat-sit so we were pretty nervous how all of this would work. Finn is extremely nervous with new people and even with ones he’s met a few times. But Finn absolutely loved Vanessa as her photos and videos easily showed. Within her first visit, she had photos of him rolling over to show his belly - the ultimate sign that he was so comfortable with her. We really appreciated Vanessa’s communication with us during the entire process. There is a 100% chance we will hire her again. Anyone who’s nervous about leaving their separation-anxiety cat alone for a few days should really be confident Vanessa is going to go a long way in making you comfortable.

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Eric & Rachel D.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
7 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Capitol, Madison, WI, 53703

About: Eric and Rachel share a love for their beloved Aussie-beagle Lilo and fostering rescue dogs together. We know that it is never easy to leave your beloved dog with someone new, and in a new place. As our own Lilo has struggled with separation anxiety before, we know how important it is to have a pet sitter who is present, patient, and able to cater their care towards a dog’s specific needs. Rachel has taken care of 6 different family dogs growing up, including a border collie, golden retriever, Boston terrier, 2 mixed breeds and a silky terrier. Eric has taken care of his family dog (chihuahua mix) since birth till now (11 years old). Together, we have fostered 16 rescue dogs these past two years, ranging from a high energy Great Pyrenees to 3 Border Collie puppies all at once, to a completely afraid and anxious Beagle mama and Shiba Inu mama that are recovering from very difficult situations. We have also looked after American pit bulls, a large Newfoundland, and senior doggies who have hip difficulties and special diets. Our own dog is a 3.5 year old Aussie-beagle, so we particularly love the herding dogs. :) We both have lots of experience working with dogs of all kinds of temperaments and needs, especially high energy dogs who require a lot of attention and care, and administering medication to dogs who have special needs. Rachel also loves cooking her home cooked meals for her dog, and can do that for yours too, if you need! We both work from home and have all weekends free. Our flexible schedules together allows us to bring dogs regularly on walks and to look after them consistently. We follow instructions really well, and can take care of your dog according to your requirements. We allow dogs to roam and sleep freely in our home, but we can also crate your dog easily if you prefer. We know how to work with your dog with lots of gentle care and love.

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Eleyna E.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Regent, Madison, WI, 53705

I’ve worked with Eleyna multiple times in the past, and she is always so lovely! She’s incredibly kind, professional, and a pleasure to work with every time.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Brenna did an amazing job! She gave detailed updates and sent so many pictures. My cat looked so happy to have Brenna there while I was gone. I would highly recommend her!

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Weslee Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Brittany was very communicative, easy to coordinate with, and took great care of Rocky. Would highly recommend her.

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AJ B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitter! She took such wonderful care of our two cats and went above and beyond to accommodate their individual needs. She was incredibly thoughtful, attentive, and made sure they received plenty of love and playtime while we were away. The photos she sent were absolutely the best and gave us so much peace of mind. We are so grateful for the care she gave Charley and Coco and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone they can truly trust with their pets!

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Lindsey K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Vanessa was super nice, professional, and easy to communicate with. She truly “speaks cat”—our cat Rhubarb adores her and even our super hidey former feral Newt came out to hang with her. She sent us lots of photos and detailed report cards, which I really appreciated. I highly recommend Vanessa for your cat sitting needs. We certainly hope to work with her again soon!

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Liza L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We are so glad to have Anna watch our cats while we are away! Always gives the best updates and we can tell our cats have a great time when she’s there.

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Sammie H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sumedha was the absolute best. Prior to having her watch my two kitties, I had never used Rover. I am so glad I did. She created a google document an shared it with me, and it included times in and out, as well as pictures of both my kitties with captions about what they were doing! Her notes were detailed and she followed all care instructions meticulously. I would highly recommend her for the peace of mind while traveling. I will surely be booking with her again! Thank you, so so much!

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Jalen B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Beatrice was an excellent pet sitter! She was very communicative and provided great updates for me about my cat, Meeko, while I was away. He can take a while to warm up to new people but he seemed to take to her right away.

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Shayanne T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Have had Vanessa check on my cat a few times and have nothing but great things to say!! It’s so nice to know that he’s always well cared for while I’m gone

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Shelby C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

It's so great to be able to travel knowing my floofs are in Sierra's reliable and conscientious care!

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Larissa N.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lizzi is absolutely wonderful, she sends so many photos and videos throughout with updates on the boys. She very attentive to any and all their needs. It's clear she loves animals and is a joy!

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Natalia R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We’ve booked Sofi for three different weeks, drop-in visits for our energetic, expressive dog. Sofi is patient, reliable and communicative. Highly recommended, and we hope to have her again in the future.

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Ashley Paige R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Shay did an amazing job! She communicated very well and sent daily pictures. I would definitely recommend her!

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Beth C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Haley accepted a last minute request which was very appreciated! She also took many pictures which of course is always the best. She also vacuumed after my pup got some food on the carpet. I would totally book with her again :)

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Marina K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ashley is absolutely amazing! I have one cat with high separation anxiety. I love that every time I return from a long trip. My kitty is happy and acting completely normally no anxiety, present or issues at all. Ashley loves what she does and it shows in how she cares for my girls.

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Holly C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ellen was great! She was good with communication while I was away and I came back to happy, healthy pets!

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Rachel V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Regina took great care of my three cats during a long vacation. It was such a relief to know they had someone who loves cats visiting with them each day!

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Alana L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Hillary is great with my super-senior kitty. I appreciate the great care that she's taking of my cat while I'm away!

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Sara S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah was an incredibly thorough and helpful sitter to our 2 cats. We booked her last minute due to some unique circumstances and she didn’t even blink. She kept us in the loop with everything with our cats and went the extra mile to make sure they were well taken care of. The next time we need someone to take watch our cats I won’t hesitate a moment to book her. I’ll recommend her to anyone who needs a kind and caring pet sitter. Sarah, thank you for being a gift to our furry babies!

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Barbara R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alex was awesome! He my cats are a little awkward but he knew just what to do with them. Super reliable and communicative, if you need to leave for a long weekend and make sure your cats are well taken care of then this is your guy.

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Alex O.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Emma was so good with my little kitty. He is skiddish and doesn’t always like new people but she was patient and consistent with him. I greatly appreciated her coming in and giving him his meds and food and any love that he allowed her to give while I was gone.

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Kate H.
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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Madison on Rover is $21.09 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

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

As of September 2026, there are 1,458 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Madison. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Madison stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

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.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

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 .

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.

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

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% 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.

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.

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