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Sitter Profile Image: Bianca N.
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Bianca N.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Millburn, NJ, 07041

Wonderful and Bean already in love

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Travian M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
10 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Maplewood, NJ, 07040

About: What sets me apart is my ability to be both caring and dependable in moments that require real attentiveness—something I’ve developed through years of working in community programs, internships, and leadership roles. Whether I was leading a team project, supporting a friend, or organizing events through my cycling club, I’ve always been someone who shows up fully and handles responsibility with care. I bring that same energy to pet care—tuning into each animal’s needs, whether it’s keeping up with an energetic puppy or being patient with a senior pet. I’m calm, communicative, and take pride in making both pets and their owners feel secure and understood. As a recent grad preparing for law school and transitioning into the workforce, my schedule is relatively flexible—especially during the weekdays. Pet care has been a grounding and fulfilling part of my routine. It gives me the chance to stay active, present, and connected in a meaningful way while balancing studying and professional goals. I genuinely enjoy the rhythm of it, and I treat every booking with the same level of care and responsibility I bring to my academic and work commitments. Whether I’m in my home or yours, I treat every pet like they’re my own. I love making sure everyone—pets and people—feels comfortable, safe, and at ease. That’s something I’ve really practiced through leading Catching Wind, the cycling and wellness club I started in college. Creating a space where people felt welcomed, supported, and looked after—whether they were riding for the first time or just needed community—taught me a lot about patience, attentiveness, and how to care for different needs. I bring that same approach to pet care. I listen closely, follow instructions, respect your space, and aim to create an environment where your pet feels loved, relaxed, and understood.

Sitter Profile Image: Amanda W.
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Amanda W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
18 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Maplewood, NJ, 07040

Amanda was amazing with my two pups! She was super attentive and made sure they were taken care of. Gave me the ease of mind knowing they were loved while I was at work! Will definitely have her again! 😊

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Shelly P.
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Cristina R.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
5 years of experience
Hillside, NJ, 07205

Cristina took wonderful care of my 4-month-old kitten for a week while my family and I were out of town. She communicated well, responded promptly, and sent us pictures every day. It was clear that she genuinely enjoyed spending time with my kitten and took great care of her. Cristina followed all of my instructions and went above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of. Before we returned, she took out the kitty litter garbage and left the bathroom clean and tidy. I would highly recommend Cristina to anyone looking for a caring, reliable, and responsible pet sitter!

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Ellen M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
5 years of experience
Maplewood, NJ, 07040

Did a great job with our pet, communicated well, was friendly and dependable!

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Shannon C.
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Bria K.
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$25
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4.5 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Maplewood, NJ, 07040

Great communication and great with my dog

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Veronica D.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
17 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Maplewood, NJ, 07040

Veronica was awesome once again! Our kitties love her and she goes above and beyond every time. Gives the cats attention and play when they come out, keeps the cat areas of the house very clean, administers their meds. Great communication and photos, and even was able to keep our cats taken care of with an injury this time. Highly recommend her and will be looking for her again next time our kitties need some love while we are out of town.

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Nikole E.
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Shirley W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews
38 repeat clients
6 years of experience
South Orange, NJ, 07079

Shirley did a fantastic job looking after our three kitties. She was very responsive and communicative. I highly recommend her, and I would absolutely use her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer W.
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Jennifer W.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
160 reviews
43 repeat clients
25 years of experience
South Orange, NJ, 07079

Jennie takes wonderful care of our cats when we’re away, and they adore her! She’s incredibly kind, reliable, and great about sending updates. Thanks so much Jennie!

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Misha L.
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Gabriella
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$15
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5 years of experience
Millburn, NJ, 07041

About: I have over 5 years of experience caring for pets and have always had a genuine love for animals. I’m comfortable caring for pets with different personalities, routines, and needs. I can help with feeding, walks, playtime, litter care, and plenty of attention and affection. I’m patient, responsible, and understand how important it is to have someone you can trust with your pet. I’ll always treat your pets with the same love and care I’d give my own. I am a student at Seton Hall University! I work only two days a week so I have free time very early :) and up to very late! I care for every pet based on their individual routine, personality, and needs. In a client’s home, I make sure they’re comfortable in their familiar environment by following their normal feeding, walking, playtime, and bathroom routines. I also give them plenty of attention, affection, and companionship while keeping their space clean and safe. I’m happy to follow any special instructions so your pet feels loved and cared for while you’re away.

Sitter Profile Image: Zoe G.
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Zoe G.
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$18
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4 years of experience
South Orange Village, NJ, 07079

About: I’m a caring and responsible dog sitter with a genuine love for animals and experience providing attentive, personalized care. I understand that every dog has their own personality, needs, and routine, and I’m dedicated to making sure they feel safe, happy, and loved through walks, playtime, and companionship. Pet sitting fits naturally into my routine because I have a flexible schedule and enjoy spending my time caring for animals. I love being active, attentive, and present, making walks, check-ins, and quality time with pets a rewarding part of my day. I care for pets by creating a safe, comfortable, and loving environment while respecting their routines and individual needs. In a client’s home, I focus on keeping pets happy and relaxed through feeding, playtime, walks, clean-up, and plenty of attention. I make sure to follow each owner’s instructions carefully so their pets feel secure and cared for while they’re away.

Sitter Profile Image: Kennedy M.
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Kennedy M.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
6 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Maplewood, NJ, 07040

About: As a veterinary technician and proud dog mom of two Cavaliers, I understand how important it is to find someone reliable for your pets. With years of hands-on experience and a genuine love for animals, I make sure each dog or cat feels safe, happy, and cared for—just like they do at home When I’m not at the veterinary clinic, I love spending my extra time caring for pets in my community. With flexible availability during the week and weekends, I’m here to make sure your pets are safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I make sure every walk is secure, every visit is calm, and every animal feels loved and cared for. With experience in a veterinary clinic and as a dog mom myself, I know how to create a safe and happy environment for every pet I meet.

Sitter Profile Image: Nicole C.
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Nicole C.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Millburn, NJ, 07083

Nicole is a rockstar! As a relatively new dog day, I was surprise nervous to start using Rover. But Nicole made the process super easy for me and Grizzly. Simply the best! Highly recommend

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Sitter Profile Image: Kethely C.
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Kethely C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
13 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Union, NJ, 07083

Kethely has done an excellent job sitting for my uncle's kitties. She is very thoughtful and communicative and clearly has much understanding and deep love for animals. She is also smart and innovative. We really appreciated her effort and would recommend her to anyone.

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Virginia D.
Sitter Profile Image: Mirielle J.
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Mirielle J.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Upper Vailsburg, Newark, NJ, 07106

Mirielle showed up on time and took good care of Bootsy. She's pleasant to both dogs and their associated humans. It made a long night out more fun because we didn't have to worry about Bootsy.

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Sitter Profile Image: safiya i.
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safiya i.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
12 years of experience
Seventh Avenue, Maplewood, NJ, 07040

About: I’ve been training and taking care of animals since I was a little girl! I have experience training birds, cats, dogs, and have even expanded into reptilian and amphibian care. I prioritize having personalized + ATTENTIVE relationships with fur baby + parent. I take care of your baby for you and show up as a part of your community :) Pet-care is currently my full time work, which means I get to spend every day taking care of animals, while building my holistic health and community skills. I also love to take the time to do extensive research on animals and plants! In my home, I provide the basic standard of care with personalized upgrades-pumpkin and goats milk in his food, a water fountain over still water, and grooming 2 times a week/every two weeks. Whatever preferences or demands needed for your animal, I can happily provide.

Sitter Profile Image: Eric J.
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Eric J.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Vauxhall, NJ, 07088

Eric is great with our cat, easy to work with, very professional. Highly recommended!

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Sitter Profile Image: Marisa I.
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Marisa I.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
City of Orange, NJ, 07050

About: I am a school psychologist in Palisades Park. I have owned dogs my entire life. I love a dog's need for attention and their energy and unconditional love! During the summer, I can be available most days and most times during the day. I am available most evenings. I'm an early bird! I am looking forward to becoming friends with your dog while getting our exercise. I am also looking forward to your pet getting the attention he or she needs. I'm friendly, honest, loyal, and looking forward to a new adventure. I have a dog, Stephen. He is 3 years old and lives at home with me and my husband. Reach out to see if we’re a good match! I’m available some weekends. I can take them on walks, follow a schedule, and love a routine. My current dog is chill and likes other dogs too. How would you like me to take care of your dog? You just let me know and I’ll follow your instructions. I know how important it is to have a trusting person watch my dog. Your dog is allowed on my bed, couch, and wherever he may be comfortable.

Sitter Profile Image: Trisha L.
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Trisha L.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
97 reviews
48 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Union, NJ, 07083

This is the 3rd time Trisha has taken care of our precious pets. She continues to go above and beyond. This time she alerted us of a health issue and went to the vet to obtain the medication. By the time we came back, our doggie was all better.

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Kerry D.
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$22
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12 years of experience
South Orange Village, NJ, 07079

About: As a fur parent that has dealt with a range of fur baby needs, I am equipped and willing to handle a wide-range of pet circumstances, and will ensure that I care for your pet, as I would my own. With love, patience, and understanding. We'll have a great time too! I am a contract event producer with Tribeca film festival and sofar sounds, so i have plenty of time throughout the year to give your pet the attention they need. I always ask for a trial meeting with the pet parents and their fur-baby to ask questions, and get a sense of what a normal day looks like in the home. I also ask that all parents document as much about their pet, and their home as possible so that I can be ready for any eventuality.

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The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Maplewood is $25

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ahab took great care of my cats and made sure to communicate and cover all bases before leaving them.

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Kayla W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jennie was wonderful in caring for our kitties. We have 3 inside and 1 outside. She was timely and thorough with her communication and sent many photos! On one visit, she noticed that the water fountain for the cats wasn’t working so she alerted me. I was able to troubleshoot shoot it with her and she was able to get it running again. Jennie is very professional and caring. We would highly recommend Jennie.

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Lori E.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Awesome communication and very sweet. Took great care of our furry family and adjusted her schedule to accommodate our last minute trip.

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Jay M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda was very responsive and on time. Puma is shy and initially was hiding but with Amanda’s patients and love for animals puma eventually warmed up. I would definitely book her again.

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Nya N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I am grateful for Barbara’s care and attention. It gave me great peace of mind that Mocha was in such good hands.

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Lyndsay K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Veronica took such great care of my 4 cats, including giving medicine twice daily to one of them. I was able to fully enjoy my vacation knowing they were in such capable, kind hands. Thank you, Veronica!

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Mary Beth B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Finding Theresa to cat-sit my two furbabies was a blessing. I’m so happy and at ease with her watching my cats! She is prompt with responses and is thorough in her care. She was able to accommodate a last-minute trip and come for a meet and greet very quickly. My cats loved her immediately, and it is evident that she cares for them as well. She made sure to get all their feeding routines down, played with them, and even cleaned the litter box. She has a real sense for cats and was able to connect with their unique personalities. :) I highly recommend Theresa if you are looking for a reliable, thorough, loving, and trustworthy pet sitter. I will definitely be booking with her again!

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Lauren D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kethely was great—very communicative, took lots of photos and videos of my kitties for me. Definitely plan to rebook with her!

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Katie W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Shannon was absolutely amazing as always. My crazy pit just loves her. Will continue to use Shannon. Always have piece of mind with her

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

Shirley took excellent care of our cat while we were away and provided updates on how much he was eating. Shirley was super responsive and flexible. Thanks for taking care of Rhody!!

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

Fadillah was great! She took care of my babies while I was away and kept great communication with me. Me and my doggies look forward to our next visit with her

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Shay P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Bianca was amazing while my husband and I were away! She was so prompt and followed all our instructions perfectly. She also showed us so much love, care, and patience, especially with our three dachshunds—especially our little guy, who was a bit anxious and timid at first. Dachshunds, especially three, can be a bit of a challenge and can get a little chaotic, but she handled all three with such compassion. She even offered some alternative options when scheduling conflicts came up. Thanks again, Bianca! We’re already looking forward to booking with you again :)

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Briana M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Anya was amazing with my senior dog, Delaney. Great communication and provided us updates along the way. Would absolutely recommend!

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John M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Michelle has done an excellent job as always! We were back from our 1-week vacation and found two happy and healthy cats. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a pet sitter.

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

We have used Grace several times for both our cat and dog. She is reliable, kind and our pets adore her! Highly recommend.

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Marisa A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Birdie loooves Molly, and I don’t have a worry in the world knowing he’s under her care. Nothing more I could ask for!!

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Cecilia L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Desiree made us feel super comfortable while being away. She was extremely responsive and made sure to give us plenty of updates. Will definitely be using her again and highly recommend her services.

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Abbie D.
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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Maplewood on Rover is $27.75 per visit (as of August 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 August 2026, there are 27,281 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Maplewood. 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 Maplewood 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 Maplewood. On Rover:

  • 88% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 92% 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.

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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