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Sitter Profile Image: Makayla R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
7 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Dearborn Heights, MI, 48125

Makayla has been a lifesaver. She has been great with all my fur babies. Even my most fearful cat has warmed up to her. She also has great communication. I’ve already utilized her services multiple times and will continue to.

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Normesha K.
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Sheila & Keith L.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
163 reviews
33 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Dearborn, MI, 48124

Sheila was amazing! She took such good care of my girls and continued to update me throughout my whole trip! It was the first time I felt comfortable leaving and would definitely book her again!!

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Noor A.
Sitter Profile Image: Krystal S.
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Krystal S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Dearborn, MI, 48124

About: I do take care of pets (small to medium sized pets) since I was 10 years old. I can teach sign language to pets. I love to playing with pets. I’m currently working full time work from home. I can do feed them, walking them, bring them to dog park. I use my smart watches remind me. I have a fenced yard. I can do crate if dogs feel not comfortable with others. Put human foods away from pets. Always check water for pets.

Sitter Profile Image: heather L.
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heather L.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Dearborn, MI, 48124

About: Lifetime pet owner, foster, and rescue volunteer. Cats, dogs, reptiles, fish, rabbits, turtles, birds...I've had them all! I have cared for animals from delivery through 20+ years old. I can assist with training, medication management, bathing, walks/play time, housesitting, clean up, and pretty much anything else you need! I am an early retiree who has plenty of time to dedicate myself to the care of your pet! Scheduled visits, daytime or overnight stays, vet or grooming appointment transportation, and housesitting availability. Walks and playtime at/near your home or nearby parks of your choosing. I can transport your pet securely buckled up in a harness or a crate to appointments or activity areas.

Sitter Profile Image: Mary Kay G.
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Mary Kay G.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
637 reviews
147 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Detroit, MI, 48206

Our pups get so excited when Mary Kay comes to watch them. It can be a drop in our overnight. They are so happy. We know that they are in amazing hands, and we don't need to worry about their care. They are already looking forward to the next time she comes to visit.

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Sitter Profile Image: Briana G.
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Briana G.
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$10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
5 years of experience
Allen Park, MI, 48101

About: I have been around and taken care of dogs since I could remember. I have been trusted to house and dog sit by family members and I have worked with all sizes and breeds. I am currently a senior at Michigan State University studying Kinesiology. I love staying active and have a passion for animals, so what better than combining the two together?! I currently live with roommates and one small dog. I do not offer boarding services, but I do love living and caring for animals on a daily basis.

Sitter Profile Image: Megan W.
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Megan W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
21 repeat clients
30 years of experience
dearborn, MI, 48124

Megan took great care of my cat while I was away. She was on time with check ins, was able to give her her medication, and sent pictures everyday!

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Leah R.
Sitter Profile Image: Roberta S.
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Roberta S.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Briggs, Detroit, MI, 48208

Roberta is a fantastic dog walker. She takes such good care of Luna and Luna loves her walks. 100% Recommend.

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Sitter Profile Image: Nolan K.
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Nolan K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
12 years of experience
Dearborn, MI, 48124

About: I've had the pleasure of growing up in a dog household ever since I was little. I have worked with a number of various breeds but have had the opportunity to raise a German Shepherd as well as my current Australian Shepherd and Blue heeler, who both have plenty of energy. I’ve been blessed with finding a work from home job as an RN and am free most days to help your pup. I took a little break from Rover but am back now that I have a more flexible schedule. Looking to meet your pups and create a consistent schedule ! I have a decent sized fenced backyard that will give your doggo plenty of space to run around with my Australian shepherd dog. I also have space for a crate if they are crate trained.

Sitter Profile Image: Victoria K.
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Victoria K.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
15 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lincoln Park, MI, 48146

Victoria was a great cat sitter! My cats really enjoyed her company and you could tell they were very happy. It was great knowing my cats were in good hands while I was away. She even took my trash cans out just in time for trash day!! I will definitely be rebooking in the future! :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa Y.
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Alyssa Y.
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$17
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4 years of experience
Dearborn Heights, MI, 48125

About: I have had pets all my life and also worked at petsmart for over a year when in college. I have had many breeds of dogs growing up and currently only have cats. I am currently available all day during the week and on the weekends for pet care needs! I will be for about a month or so. I always make sure that my pets needs are met and try to be the best I can. My cats go to the vet yearly and receive all updated shots and medical attention if needed.

Sitter Profile Image: Chelsea J.
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Chelsea J.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
9 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Midtown, Detroit, MI, 48201

Chelsea did an amazing job watching our cats! She had great communication (clear, prompt, kind) both before the booking and during the drop in visits, which was very appreciated! One of our cats is a bit spicy, and the other is super shy, and she did a great job respecting their boundaries while also trying to make sure they were comfy. She clearly is very familiar with cats and has a lot of experience with them. I would recommend Chelsea to anyone who needs a great cat sitter!

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Lauren P.
Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa S.
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Alyssa S.
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10 years of experience
Lincoln park, MI, 48146

About: I’ve had/ been around animals my whole life, and i absolutely adore them. I pet sit for family & friends, giving love & care to meet our furry friends needs! I also have experience giving dogs insulin shots if this is something that is needed. I work as a nursing assistant 2 days a week as well as go to nursing school full time! My schedule would be good mainly for drop in visits and walking, and medication administration as needed :) i am open to pet sitting as well every now and then. I will mainly be offering drop in visits and dog walking. During this time I will provide your fur baby with play time, walks and lots of snuggles!

Sitter Profile Image: Keana D.
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Keana D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
98 reviews
50 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lincoln Park, MI, 48146

Keana took excellent care of our two cats while we were away for 2 weeks. She made sure their litter was clean, bowls were full, fresh water was always available, and that they had plenty of play and socialization time. She was communicative and sent great photos and videos as updates. We are so grateful for her for all the hard work and would absolutely recommend! Thank you Keana!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Austin S.
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Austin S.
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$14
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6 years of experience
Southgate, MI, 48195

About: I have many years of experience with caring for a variety of animals. I have owned 4 dogs (A boxer mix, spaniel mix, and German shepherds), a bearded dragon, and a cat. I have cared for small breeds all the way to extra large breeds. I am comfortable with handling medications and providing any other care necessary for your pet. I am completely free on weekends to take care of your pet. During the week, I am available early in the morning and in the evening because I work as a school teacher. I will make sure that your pet is well taken care of in the comfort of their own home. Whether your dog is needing to get energy out or relax in their favorite spot, I will be there to ensure that they are comfortable.

Sitter Profile Image: Elena C.
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Elena C.
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$20
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25 years of experience
Millenium Village, Detroit, MI, 48216

About: I love all animals and grew up with dogs, both rescues, one big one small. Although I don’t have a pet of my own now, Rover gives me the chance to give care and spend time with the furry friends that give us unconditional love. I’m currently working freelance so I have the flexibility of making my own schedule, and time to spend giving attention to your pets and whatever needs they have. I know how important it is for pets to feel safe in their own space. My first priority is to make your dog or cat feel comfortable with me.

Sitter Profile Image: Daniel L.
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Daniel L.
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$25
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12 years of experience
Allen Park, MI, 48101

About: Most dogs aren't badly behaved. They're stressed, confused, or never taught how to communicate what they need. I offer walks, in-home drop-in visits, house sitting, and 1:1 training, along with basic husbandry support like nail trims and brushing. My training sessions aren't about teaching your dog to perform on command. I teach you the tools and principles: communication, timing, and how to read what your dog is actually telling you, so you can train whatever you want, on your own terms. I spent a year training in person under Tess Erngren, founder of GoodDog Academy in Oslo and one of Scandinavia's most established voices in reward-based, fear-free dog behavior work, alongside my own husky, learning hands-on. That year, and everything my own dog has taught me since, still shapes how I work today. I have pet first aid knowledge from that training as well as general first aid experience. Eight years ago, my first husky changed how I see training completely. A puppy class on fear-free, positive reinforcement methods showed me that most of what I thought I knew about training was actually about control, not trust. Force-free doesn't mean soft. It means real structure, built through a dog's own agency instead of fear and appeasement. I don't use an aversive of any kind: no e-collars, no prong or choke collars, no corrections meant to intimidate. Letting a dog choose what to sniff, where to go, and when to disengage builds confidence, not just compliance. That philosophy is the same whether I'm walking a husky who needs to run their nose for an hour, or sitting with a bichon who just wants a calm lap and a familiar routine. A session with me might look like decompression walks, nose work, or simply unstructured time to explore, whatever that particular dog needs that day. My schedule is fully flexible, mornings, afternoons, evenings, or weekends. I'm happy to work around whatever fits your dog's routine best, including last-minute requests when possible. All sessions take place at your home, so your dog stays in a familiar environment. I limit the use of crates as much as possible, dogs do best with freedom and choice, but if your dog is already crate-trained and calm in one, a short session is fine. I offer meet and greets whenever that's helpful. When meeting a new dog, I let them come to me rather than approaching directly, stay relaxed and at their level, and pay close attention to their body language so the introduction happens at their pace, not mine.

Sitter Profile Image: Sydney M.
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Sydney M.
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$16
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18 years of experience
Allen Park, MI, 48101

About: While this is my first time as a sitter/walker on an app like this I am very experienced with animals including dogs and cats. I am experienced with dog walking and caring for pet’s basic needs. I currently have a very open schedule so I will be able to visit or walk your pets with little scheduling conflicts. I will be attending community college in the fall starting in late August but I will update my schedule when it does change. I take safety for pets extremely seriously. Doors are a high alert area because I know how sneaky some pets can be once a door is opened. I have my own experience with stopping my own dogs and even cats from getting out either by body blocking the door or picking the cats up and moving them to a safe place. While on walks I like to keep my dogs at my side and always stay clear of other dogs or animals.

Sitter Profile Image: Heather J.
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Heather J.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
16 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Downtown, Detroit, MI, 48226

Heather has been wonderful to work with. She’s been prompt, careful and communicative with her visits with my pet. She’s been able to have a warm relationship with my pet despite my cat’s shyness. I absolutely plan on rebooking visits with Heather in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Shelly G.
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Shelly G.
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$23
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4.8 out of 5 stars
70 reviews
32 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Dearborn, MI, 48128

Shelly was great with my 2 year old Pitbull Dalmatian mix, I highly recommend! Shelly came for a meet & greet on very short notice & impressed me immediately. She was very gentle & comforting to my timid, reactive, & nervous momma from the 1st moment they met! Shelly is punctual, trustworthy, & very good with communicating (even checked how many treats she should be giving?) to owners! I will 100% sure have Shelly sit for my baby again! Thank You Shelly!!

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Thank you for the amazing care you gave my doggo. Raki was well taken care of and played with. Hope to book again!

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William H.
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Cheyenne was responsive, proactive, and sweet. She was accommodating to our dogs needs and we would 100% recommend her to anyone in the future.

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Chloe M.
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Kelly is amazing. She has a great personality and has a genuine love for dogs. Our dog loved her instantly. She cared for our dog flawlessly. I strongly recommend her.

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Sally W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sherice is a very good sitter, I highly recommend!! She communicates very well with me about how my dogs are doing while she's there. Sherice let's me know if they used the bathroom, played, also if they are acting anxious,excited, or cuddley lol. Sherice is also very prompt, flexible with her & my schedule, & she does very well with my skiddish rescue pitbull. I will be having her drop in on my doggys again!!

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Nicholas S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I had Keana come by as a last second request. She was super responsive and I could tell by all the pics she sent that my dogs had a great time with her!

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David C.
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The average cost for Dog Sitting in Melvindale on Rover is $29.42 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 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 August 2026, there are 3,956 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across Melvindale. 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 Melvindale 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 Melvindale 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 Melvindale 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 Melvindale. On Rover:

  • 93% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 97% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 97% 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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