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Sitter Profile Image: Janet F.
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Janet F.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Glassport, PA, 15045

About: I've been a dog owner most of my life. Friends & family often rely on me to feed, walk & play with their fur babies. I'm retired so I have plenty of time to devote to the wellbeing of your pet. There is always time for belly rubs & ear scratches. I have a dog friendly house - lounging on the couch is okay and sleeping in my bed is encouraged. Snuggle bunnies are welcome here. Your pet will have full run of the house - I don't use crates unless a crate is part of your pets usual routine. I have a large yard that is NOT fenced. All boarders will have to be walked on a leash. It is important that all pets are leash trained.

Sitter Profile Image: Michelle Y.
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Michelle Y.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
155 reviews
43 repeat clients
30 years of experience
McKeesport, PA, 15133

Michelle was great! She was very attentive and provided summaries and pictures after each visit, cleaned the litter boxes, and played with the girls with their favorite toys. They were very happy to have her company. I highly recommend her!

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Brianna C.
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7 years of experience
McKeesport, PA, 15133

About: i love animals. i adore animals very much. i have two dogs (aunt dogs who lives with me), 3 ferrets and 1 guinea pig of my own. i wanna work part time for now. i love animals. i don’t have nothing better then taking care of animals. i’m mostly home all day i don’t have a fenced yard but i prefer to be in other people homes. but if needed it can be crate or be outside with the animal

Sitter Profile Image: Hayden M.
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Hayden M.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Swissvale, PA, 15218

Thank you Hayden! She went above and beyond my expectations caring for Lola. I am one of "those" dog mom's and she made me feel completely at ease. I look forward to booking Hayden again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashlyn F.
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Ashlyn F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
21 repeat clients
12 years of experience
North Huntingdon, PA, 15642

Ashlyn was very responsive to a last minute visit for our 2 large dogs. She came and met the dogs the day before and took care of them the day of with no issues. We will be sure to use Ashlyn for our future trips.

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Cara C.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Homestead, PA, 15120

Had great communication with her drop ins and gave my boy all the attention while visiting! Will definitely book again in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Brittany K.
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Brittany K.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Pittsbrugh, PA, 15221

Brittany was wonderful taking care of our babies and sent such detailed updates and cute photos :). I would definitely recommend her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Olivia L.
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Olivia L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
20 repeat clients
10 years of experience
North Versailles, PA, 15137

Olivia is fantastic! I just adopted my pup and she loves when Miss Olivia stops by to visit. Olivia is very receptive and responds to messages quite quickly. It’s also nice that she updates me during the visits and send pictures!

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Sitter Profile Image: Cailin C.
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Cailin C.
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4.6 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
McKeesport, PA, 15135

About: I recently relocated from Johnstown to McKeesport and am looking forward to meeting all the new pups in the area! I have been dog sitting for the past few years now and absolutely love it! My family has always had dogs since I can remember. I got my first dog, Ruby, named after the children’s show Max and Ruby, when I was 4 years old. I have loved caring for dogs ever since. Ruby is even still kicking at 18 years old! I now have a second dog, a 2 year old Husky who loves to play. I’ve trained many dogs, older and puppies since I can remember. I also have a lot of experience with elderly dogs, Ruby being a prime example. We go on walks often and I have basic dog training experience. I work part-time fully from home. I make my own schedule for work so I am completely flexible. The only time I ever leave the house is to take my dogs somewhere, dog park, hiking trail, etc. I am available every day and do same day bookings so feel free to reach out whenever you need! My dogs are very friendly and love other dogs. We also have 2 cats that play with our dogs as well. I have a fully fenced in yard to give your fur baby plenty of room to run around freely and play.

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Ashley & Nick M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
86 reviews
37 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Greenfield, Pittsburgh, PA, 15207

Ashley provided incredible care for our cat Henry and I truly can’t recommend her service enough. Hen can be shy with new people and gets a bit depressed when we leave for vacation. Ashley encouraged him and built trust and confidence right off the bat and they spent her visits playing and spending true quality time together. Her updates and communication are fantastic. When we returned Henry was relaxed and comfortable. Thank you Ashley!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Melanie P.
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Melanie P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Homestead, PA, 15120

Melanie is the absolute best. She took time with each of my 3 kitties. Ensured they felt special and loved. She is experienced in health of cats and is attentive to their habits and needs. She was super observant of them for their behaviors. I received a ton of photos and videos and text updates of her visits. I would absolutely welcome Mel to my home again to care for my kitties.

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Sitter Profile Image: Rachel D.
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Rachel D.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Irwin, PA, 15642

Rachel took great care of all 4 of my cats! She spent time with them and gave Jake his meds, no problem. She's got a great attitude and attention to detail. I'd definitely use her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley M.
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Ashley M.
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20 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15221

About: I have been an animal lover ever since I was little. I have had hamsters, fish, cats, and a dog that I helped to walk. I have volunteered at an animal shelter and have a passion for all animals. I currently work full-time but I would be able to drop-in before I start my full-time job and after I start my full-time job. I also would have more availability to drop in more times on a weekend. I currently have a cat at home that I take care of every day. I clean the litter box, fill his water, and feed him. I even have had to give him medication recently when he had to get some teeth removed.

Sitter Profile Image: Kaitlin Z.
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Kaitlin Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15221

Kaitlin always does a great job taking care of our dogs and our house!

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Sitter Profile Image: Mulalo P.
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Mulalo P.
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$16
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2 years of experience
Duquesne, PA, 15110

About: Growing up I've always wanted to be a vet and just around all sorts of animals. Fun thing about me is that I'm passionate about animals and working with them, I'm a very playful person don't mind to get my hands dirty. I am a dog mom of a 4 year old male bully and a 10 month old male siberian husky and l love them so much! I'd describe my personality as a warm hearted person, full of love and care fot animals, I'm very gentle and listen to attrntion, my bubbly person with a positive attitude allows me to be very friendly and accomodative that give me the energy to be very open and playful with pets. I'm looking for a pet sitting job, since l am fully available aylt anytime and anyday given fulltime and l am flexible and enjoy every moment with the any pet given as l learn them more. In my spare time, I like to do nature hikes/run, visit parks so there's a lot of walking, with my given expertise l will provide light housekeeping like vacuuming and cleaning up the area if required, give out medication or treats, do al lot of walks and play with dogs and more physical to gain a good connection, do some potty training if needed and enrichment and basic training for your pet. One thing you should know about me is I'm a very positive person who believes in my heart and understands how time is important so with that l will abide on how you want your pet to be treated and follow instructions to the things you personally require. My skills include being a team player, great communicator, and flexibility. I currently do not work, as l am a student and busy mostly with my studies. I do sometimes pick up some side jobs if available but in most cases I'm fully available and flexible. I am currently focused on pet sitting at the hosts house, l do have 2 dogs already also it may not be good to introduce my dogs or the hosts dog to mine at this stage.

Sitter Profile Image: Deshai M.
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Deshai M.
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$20
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4 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15235

About: I have four years of hands on experience as a kennel technician, caring for dogs and cats of all ages and temperaments. I specialize in maintaining clean, safe environments, providing enrichment, and offering plenty of love and attention. I’m confident handling puppies, senior pets, and administering basic medications, ensuring every pet feels comfortable and cared for while their family is away. Pet care is a natural part of my daily routine as I currently work as a Lead Kennel Technician. I dedicate mornings and evenings to feeding, walking, and engaging with pets, and I am available for pet sitting and drop-in visits during my off days /hours. I enjoy spending quality time with animals every day. Safety and trust are my top priorities. I create a calm, welcoming environment and follow any specific instructions provided by pet parents. In a client’s home, I ensure pets remain in familiar surroundings and maintain their routines. If pets are in my care, I provide secure spaces, enrichment activities, and close supervision to make sure they are happy and safe.

Sitter Profile Image: Lexy H.
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Lexy H.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
12 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15236

Lexy was amazing! She communicates very well and quickly, and it was easy to schedule a first meet and greet. We originally booked for a few months out, but had some unexpected travel come up earlier, and thankfully, she was still able to squeeze us in. She sent us photos and updates every drop-in and our pups seem to really like her. She even added water to my hydrogarden when it started making weird noises because I forgot to check it before we left. Overall, she went above and beyond, and we are so lucky to have found Lexy as a sitter. 100% would recommend working with Lexy if you need a drop in sitter :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Andrew F.
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Andrew F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
68 reviews
35 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Munhall, PA, 15120

Andy is seriously the BEST pet sitter. I’ve been searching for a reliable, kind, and responsible pet sitter for my dog for a while, and Andy is officially my go-to!! His communication is incredible - leading up to the date of service Andy was always so responsive (rapidly!) and engaged. He seriously showed he cared about the animals from the start. During the pet care taking he offered incredible summaries, videos, and pictures. I never doubted that my sweet pup and my boyfriend’s cat were in the best hands. Andy, thank you so much. We can’t wait to keep using you as our pet sitter from here on out! If you’re looking for an amazing pet sitter to care for your animals, seriously look no further.

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Sitter Profile Image: Savannah S.
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Savannah S.
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$10
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8 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15227

About: I have over eight years of experience caring for both dogs and cats, with extra experience in training puppies and administering medication. my schedule is pretty open and I'm almost always available for last minute bookings. I have a wide availability, and my own car for reliable transportation. I'm available 7 AM to 7 PM Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, but I can always come earlier or stay later when needed. I will gladly follow any rules set, and any schedule that your pup may be on. I can also take them on walks, play outside, or even take them to the dog park.

Sitter Profile Image: Sierra M.
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Sierra M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Clairton, PA, 15025

About: I’ve had a passion for animals my entire life! In fact, I always thought I’d be a vet but ended up going into human medicine instead. Growing up, my family had a Brittany spaniel named Dixie. She was my best friend! I enjoyed taking her for walks, training her, and giving her lots of love. We also had a cat, who I helped nurse back to health after she was hit by a car. My neighbors entrusted me with taking their dogs out to go potty and for walks from a very young age. A few years ago I adopted a stray cat who I named Daniel. She’s the best! I also have an Australian shepherd named Meeko. I enjoy training him and seeing how smart he is! I love the challenge of keeping up with his high mental and physical demands! I would love the opportunity to help take care of your pets as well! I currently work full time, so I am only available to provide pet care in the evenings and weekends. My schedule varies each week so let me know what you need and hopefully I’ll be able to help! I am able to take your pet out for bathroom breaks, walks, play with him/her, feed him/her, help train, etc. I will go above and beyond to provide the best care to your furry friend!

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The median cost per visit for dog sitting in McKeesport is $20

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Roo boy loved having Gary check in and took photos of his activities ! All went great and will use Gary again!

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Courtney G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Stephanie does a great job watching my pets! She’s very attentive and is great at communicating, I always feel safe leaving them with her.

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Devon O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

This was the second time Brenda has been willing to help out with a last minute request. Brenda was great with Luna, prompt, efficient, and reliable. Everything you'd ask for with someone taking care of your fur-family

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Andrew M.
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Amber asked all the right questions. As a nervous fur mom, I knew she was going to be wonderful with our brand new pup. Amber is very communicative and I highly recommend her!

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Dana B.
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Kelly was great with our pup. She came through last minute & was easy to work with. Would definitely book again.

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Candice C.
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Katlyn is absolutely wonderful! She is professional, thorough, and compassionate. I can be a nervous pet parent, and she truly put me at ease. We already have our next booking scheduled! Thank you, Katlyn!

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Madison S.
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The average cost for Dog Sitting in McKeesport on Rover is $33.3 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

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

As of July 2026, there are 2,566 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across McKeesport. 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 McKeesport 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.

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 McKeesport 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!

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.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, 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.

While Rover doesn’t offer traditional subscription services, some sitters offer recurring bookings for services like home visits and dog walking. Recurring services come with their own perks, such as flexibility to modify services (up to five weeks in advance), automatic billing, Rover Card updates, and same-day cancellations.

To find sitters in McKeesport with recurring or weekly availability, select "Repeat Weekly" and which days you’d like them to care for your pet.

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

  • 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 93% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 93% 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.

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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