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Sitter Profile Image: Erika & Jason V.
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Erika & Jason V.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
22 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32547

She was so amazing with my dog I just rescued! He absolutely LOVED her and she took such good care of him while he was still recovering ❤️‍🩹 100% the best dog sitter I’ve had!

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Madelyn B.
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Gabriela B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
28 repeat clients
33 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

Gabriela was OUTSTANDING! Upon arrival we were met by Gabriela and her husband, both are excellent people, and our dogs immediately felt comfortable in their care! They sent photo updates along the way, and communicated very well. We HIGHLY recommend boarding your dog(s) with Gabriela.

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Allan J.
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Naomi J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
5 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

Naomi is very caring with all her animals. She always sends updates with pictures and my little dog always looks so happy and comfortable in her home. I never worry while I am away and Jack is with Naomi because I know he is in good hands.

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Caroline S.
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Chantal D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32547

We had an amazing experience with our dog sitter! She took incredible care of our dog, treated her like family, played with her constantly, and made sure she was happy and comfortable the entire time. We especially appreciated all the photo and video updates — it gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. You can truly tell she cares about animals and goes above and beyond. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, attentive, and caring. Definitely a 5-star experience!

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Sheila S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
32 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

Our dogs love to go to Sheila's house so much that we don't even have to put them on a leash when we get there... They just run to the front door. And we never worry about anything while our dogs are being cared for by Sheila. Her house is all set up for the dogs and she has a wonderful, large fenced-in backyard.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jordan C.
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Jordan C.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
7 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

Jordan was fantastic and took great care of my fur baby. My pup can be high maintenance, but Jordan was very good at attention to detail and great with interacting with her and sending photos.

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Ana R.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
353 reviews
76 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32547

Excellent care for Solo and great communication with me. Ana quickly responded to any questions during the booking process and provided daily picture updates during Solo’s stay. She walked Solo daily and provided plenty of playtime. 10/10 would definitely book with Ana again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica H.
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Jessica H.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Eglin, FL, 32542

Jessica and her husband were more than hospitable to our pups. They kept us updated with pics and text letting us know how they were getting on. Great communication and amazing people. Worth every penny!

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Aurmurii J.
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$45
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4 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32547

About: I have had a deep passion for dogs since I was a young girl. My experience in dog care began in high school when I cared for a sick loved one’s dog. Over the course of that year, I not only gained a best friend but also developed a strong sense of responsibility and an appreciation for the joy and companionship that comes with caring for animals. Over the past 3–4 years, I have continued building my experience through dog sitting, and for the past two years, I have worked in a dog daycare and boarding facility. These experiences have strengthened my dedication to providing attentive, compassionate care while maintaining a safe and structured environment. I am committed to supporting both pets and their owners with reliability and professionalism. I’m available anytime after dropping my son off to school @8:30am. Or before/after picking him up from aftercare, by 5:30pm. I box on weekdays but can go around what ever is needed. At my home I have a fenced backyard, enough space to crate 1-3 dogs if need be. I want the dog to be as comfortable as possible, a home away from home. As for clients homes , they are to be treated with respect & cleanliness it is their safe space, same as my home.

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Dakota B.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Eglin Air Force Base, FL, 32542

Pepper clearly had a wonderful time with Dakota's family. Lots of play time with other dogs, lots of cuddle time with her children, and lots of attention. Pepper was also the model for a great drawing from Dakota's daughter, and that drawing now is posted on my refrigerator! During the recent snowstorm, a rarity in this part of Arkansas, Pepper enjoyed the experience with Dakota's family her dogs.Will certainly bring her back for another visit when it's time!

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Madison R.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
19 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

Madison was an absolute rockstar with my 8 month old pup. She was kind, and extremely caring with Cali. She kept me updated on Cali daily - my little girl was BEAMING in every picture from ear-to-ear. Cali misses having a buddy like Roma to run around with for sure. In the future we will ABSOLUTELY be electing Madison’s services.

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Ruby R.
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Nicole S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
98 reviews
40 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Shalimar, FL, 32579

Nicole is so great to work with. She just loves Bentley and he loves her too! We will always ask Nicole to let Bentley sleep over when we have to be away!

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Valerie L.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32547

About: Hi there! I’ve been surrounded by animals my entire life, and caring for them has always come naturally to me. From energetic puppies to senior pets who just want a calm companion, I truly enjoy getting to know each animal’s unique personality and needs. For the past 7 years, I’ve worked as a professional animal trainer with marine mammals—so patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement are at the core of everything I do. I bring that same thoughtful, reward-based approach to working with dogs and other pets. I currently have a small Pomeranian mix of my own, so I understand just how important it is to trust someone with your four-legged family member. Your pet’s happiness, safety, and well-being are always my top priorities—and I’ll care for them just like they’re part of my own family. Pet care fits easily into my routine alongside my 9–5 schedule. I’m available for morning and evening visits during the week, and I’m fully available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for more flexible care. I’m careful to only accept bookings I can fully commit to, so every pet gets the attention and care they deserve. I tailor my care to each pet’s routine and comfort level, whether in my home or yours. I follow all instructions closely, including feeding schedules, exercise, medications, and preferred routines. I make sure pets get plenty of attention, playtime, and a calm, safe environment. In a client’s home, I’m respectful of your space and work to keep your pet’s routine as consistent as possible. My goal is always to keep your pet happy, stress-free, and well cared for while you’re away.

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Jeannette J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
7 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32547

Jeanette and her husband were great with my two doggies! I got an update almost daily and pictures were sent as well. The two are super knowledgeable about k-9s and took perfect care of mine. I would recommend and plan to use again since my pup lab-pit is now the best of friends with hers!

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Simone S.
Sitter Profile Image: Roselyn C.
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Roselyn C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
6 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32547

Roselyn is super sweet and friendly! She sent me photos and updates frequently. Highly recommend and will hire her again in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Million C.
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Million C.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
12 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Fort Walton, FL, 32547

We had a great experience! She took excellent care of our dogs, kept us updated, and made us feel completely comfortable while we were away. Our dogs were happy, well cared for, and clearly received plenty of attention. We would absolutely trust her with them again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable pet sitter.

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Sitter Profile Image: Robert B.
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Robert B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Shalimar, FL, 32579

This is my second time booking with Robert and everytime he does an awesome job. My anxious dog who is scared of humans greeted him everytime he came home and even let him pet her. He is a great dog sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Michael T.
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Michael T.
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$35
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40 years of experience
Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

About: I have taken care and trained canines for decades. As a decades long instructor, I have a developed strong compassionate care attributes that have blended well with my care for furry friends. I am retired and spend most of my time at home or doing activities with my fur child. Taking care of my pet is what I do. I have a fully fenced property with plenty of room to run. I am conscientious and respectful of persons reasonable requests that are unique to their pet.

Sitter Profile Image: Laura L.
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Laura L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Shalimar, FL, 32597

She's so sweet and great with the pups. They love going to her house and don't even look back! Laura has also gone out of her way to help me with other animals who stay home, cats and birds. I'm so grateful! Highly recommend.

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Tiffani J.
Sitter Profile Image: Macie B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
66 reviews
20 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Eglin AFB, FL, 32542

Macie was wonderful! I know Rocky was taken care of. She sent frequent pics of my dog exercising and enjoying his time. She was prompt to respond and was professional throughout the whole process. I would highly recommend her!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sagan loves staying with Miss Ana! She takes such amazing care of our boy. We always appreciate the extra effort she takes to make sure we still feel connected even during long trips. Thank you, Ana!

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Amber B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amazing experience! We love booking with Ching to watch our pup while we are away! She send great photos and updates! I always know our pup is being well taken care of 😁

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Nicole S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kalvin was great with our two dogs. We felt very comfortable with him watching our dogs as he kept us updated throughout. He kept to their walk routine and overall made it easy for them to transition to some else’s home for a whole week. We will definitely be booking with Kalvin again!

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Laila P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sheila was lovely and it was obvious her love for pets. She asked clarifying question regarding meal protocols/ allergy treatment etc. She demonstrated her care and concern for Bodhi and Little Sister and communicated daily. I could tell they were at ease. I greatly appreciate her going above and beyond supporting both me and them while scouting for a new home out of state. Thank you Mzzzzzz Sheila🙏🏻

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Katrina-Lynne G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Madison was an absolute rockstar with my 8 month old pup. She was kind, and extremely caring with Cali. She kept me updated on Cali daily - my little girl was BEAMING in every picture from ear-to-ear. Cali misses having a buddy like Roma to run around with for sure. In the future we will ABSOLUTELY be electing Madison’s services.

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Ruby R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We had an amazing experience with our dog sitter! She took incredible care of our dog, treated her like family, played with her constantly, and made sure she was happy and comfortable the entire time. We especially appreciated all the photo and video updates — it gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. You can truly tell she cares about animals and goes above and beyond. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, attentive, and caring. Definitely a 5-star experience!

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Jay
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Per usual, Karycelis did an amazing job with my dog! So glad to have someone like her to care for my baby while I’m away! :)

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Aisha C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Excellent. My dog did not lose weight which is a miracle. They sent lots of pictures and he even seems to miss having a dog friend since being home.

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marie b.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Maya was amazing with taking care of our boy she sent us pictures and reassured us that he was having a great time I would definitely have her watch my guy again!

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Samantha W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend Amber & Derek! Amber was very sweet and sent us updates and pictures. We are booking them again.

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Charity M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Alexandra takes the best care of our pups when we’re gone. she sends tons of cute photos and i know she is super attentive and patient with them. Thank you so much!

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Julia B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

He was making sure that he was fed and he was having fun and she was taking pictures and sending it to us updating us on how he was doing and he was having fun

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Aaron D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Tatiana, has been very attentive to my little Nico. She treated him just like her own and spoiled him. I enjoyed the pictures and updates she provided about Nico during my vacation.

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Chantell T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I couldn’t be happier with the care my dogs received! From start to finish, Hannah was warm, reliable, and truly attentive to every detail. She sent regular updates and photos, giving me complete peace of mind while I was away. My dogs absolutely adored Hannah and her roommate — I could tell from the happy tail wags and relaxed behavior when I saw all of the wonderful pictures. They went above and beyond, treating my pups like their own. If you’re looking for someone trustworthy, communicative, and genuinely caring, I highly recommend Hannah. I will definitely be booking again!

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Margaret W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rachel was absolutely fantastic with our pup! Rachel went above and beyond to make sure our dog felt comfortable and loved while we were away. She sent us regular updates and tons of pictures, which really put us at ease. It was clear that she treated our pup like her own, giving her plenty of attention, playtime, and care. I highly recommend Rachel to anyone looking for a sitter!!

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Matthew D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Our pup was extremely well taken care of, got plenty of playtime and exercise. I think he was actually disappointed when we picked him up. Ariana did an awesome job communicating and providing daily updates.

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Raul G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Micah was so amazing with my girl. She kept me updated with photos and videos all week to put me at ease. Very sweet and communicative! She was the best.

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Sierra N.
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As of Jun 2026, 531 sitters provided dog boarding in Mary Esther. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.

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Sitters who provide dog boarding in Mary Esther have an average of 19 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Mary Esther.

Rover makes it easy to find Mary Esther dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:

  • Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
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  • Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets

There are 531 dog boarding sitters in Mary Esther on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Mary Esther, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 93% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.

Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.

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