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Sara J.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
20 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Lancaster, Albany, NY, 12203

Sara did an incredible job caring for Nala. She made sure she got her medication and food, as well as plenty of good conversation in. Highly recommended!

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Jessica F.
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4.7 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Pine Hills, Albany, NY, 12208

About: I have been dog sitting dogs since I was a teenager. I have experience with many different breeds both big and small. Since I don’t have any pets of my own right now I love being able to go meet new furry friends and play with them I have a pretty flexible work schedule. I can make my own schedule based off of the needs clients may have. Depending on when your pets need care I can adjust my schedule accordingly It is my pleasure to keep your pets company while you are away. I am happy to help out with whatever is needed. I am reliable and will keep your pets company while you are away.

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Kenia K.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
10 years of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

About: I’ve taken care of many pets in my life as I used to live on a farm growing up. I treat them all as if they’re my kids. I have a part time job as a nurse at a nursing home and I have two children in the home but over the ages of 15, other than that I have no young kids or other pets. I have a fenced yard with plenty of room to play! As well I have a park 2 mins from my home that I can take any pet I’m caring for.

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Linda A.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
267 reviews
87 repeat clients
11 years of experience
troy, NY, 12180

Linda is wonderful, responsive and great with our cats. We were very stressed to leave our cats for 9 days but after multiple check ins with Linda, we felt much more at ease. I would highly recommend booking Linda!

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Debra E.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
420 reviews
101 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12205

Deb is an extremely dedicated, reliable and caring pet sitter. We have used her multiple times for our cat, and every time we are so impressed by Deb's care. And our cat absolutely adores her!! Deb goes above and beyond with sending the cutest pictures and updates-- we even come home to a spotless apartment. We have full confidence each time that our cat is in the best hands while we're gone. Deb's truly the best!

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Melanie S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Melanie is so wonderful! She graciously took a last minute booking and also was super easy going about my address mixup which I GREATLY appreciate her for. I would absolutely book with her again.

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Lulu B.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
10 years of experience
Menands, NY, 12204

About: I’ve had cats my entire life and a dog since I was ten. I’ve also been volunteering at animal shelters since the beginning of 2024! I have a calm energy which is great for putting anxious pets at ease. I have the most experience with small dogs but love dogs of all sizes! I have the most availability on weekends but I have no problem making weeknight visits to provide your pets with the care they deserve! I have my own car so transportation is not an issue. Pet safety whether out and about or in your home is my top priority! I am careful to observe animal body language so I can better know when to give a pet space or remove them from a distressing situation. If you have any care or safety concerns that are specific to your home or pet, do not hesitate to let me know!

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Shantalee M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12207

Everything was great working with Shantalee, I’m looking forward to have them sit for me again!

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Jenna M.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
14 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Jenna is an all star sitter! I chose her the first time I used Rover and will continue to choose her as a sitter. She is fantastic with my dog and my cats.

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Dylan G.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Center Square, Albany, NY, 12210

Dylan’s communication was fantastic and showed up for my pup and made sure she was comfortable and well taken care of. Thank you Dylan, we appreciate your time and the care you provided so we could enjoy our time away!

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Victoria F.
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Natasha B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
120 reviews
43 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12206

Very professional! I did not have time to meet her in person before the holiday, but she was very pleasant and kind over a video chat! She kept my little kitty very happy and I am glad to have booked her

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Kendra Y.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
8 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Green Island, NY, 12183

Pheonix was wonderful! This was our first time using Rover for our cat, and having a communicative, thoughtful sitter made it a great experience ❤️

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Sitter Profile Image: Hannah A.
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Hannah A.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
75 reviews
27 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Menands, NY, 12204

I have never hired a pet sitter before, so I naturally was a little anxious. Hannah eased my anxiety and went above and beyond my expectations! My kitties instantly felt comfortable around her, and she took very good care of them while I was away. 100% recommend and I will be rebooking in the future!!

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Ayva T.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
5 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

Very professional and responsive!

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Jannice S.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
30 years of experience
Watervliet, NY, 12189

About: My whole life I’ve just loved animals. I’ve always had pets. I was the one in my family that pet sat when they went away. I am a real estate agent and being that I have very flexible hours with that I would like to fill my time with doing something that I think is fun. That is by loving animals. I plan on just doing dog walking to start. Maybe eventually doing at home care. Just moving to the area I need to get more acclimated.

Sitter Profile Image: MaryEllen M.
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MaryEllen M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Menands, NY, 12204

About: I will pay full attention to your pet. I am flexible and I can work with you to tend to your pet's every need. I am often the go-to call when my friends or neighbors plan to go away. I will love your furry family member like they are my own. The great bonus for me is the love I get in return from your pet and hopefully provide peace of mind to the owners. I have one 18-year-old grumpy kitty who I love dearly, who will happily hide in my bedroom – and ever so briefly – coexist with my doggie guests. All good there. I would be available any time from Sunday-Thursday for doggie day care or drop in visits... and available from Sun to Wed for overnight stays. I will love and protect your pet like they are my own. If I were to visit your/their home, I would enter and provide excellent service with respect to you and your pets!

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Leah B.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Green Island, NY, 12183

Leah was absolutely amazing — incredibly responsive, communicative, and attentive. It was such a relief to feel like I didn’t have to worry about my pup while I was away. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring sitter.

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Lydia K.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
4 years of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

Went above and beyond our expectations, definitely would recommend Lydia to anyone

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Camille N.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Very good at communicating and took very good care of my cats! Would definitely recommend, she was very thorough and I was able to be away without worrying

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Leydi P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
8 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Menands, NY, 12204

About: Hi, my name is Leydi! I’ve loved dogs and cats my whole life and have been around them since I was little. I have over 20 years of experience caring for dogs and cats for family and friends. I’ve always dreamed of working with animals because I truly enjoy being around them and making sure they’re happy, safe, and well cared for. I love seeing dogs go on walks, play, and just enjoy their day, and I feel the same way about cats and their unique personalities. Rover feels like a perfect fit for me because I get to do something I genuinely love. I’m very patient, responsible, caring, and attentive, and I would love the chance to meet and take care of your furry friend :) I’m super responsible and committed. I can definitely accommodate your needs with a little bit of advance notice. Having my own dog, I know how much time they need, so I dedicate pretty much all of my free time to her and I'd love to do the same for your pup! I live in an apartment complex surrounded by lots of nature! We have a dedicated area in the back with both a fenced dog park and a big open one. I have a small dog named Lola who is super friendly and loves playing with dogs and cats. While I prefer watching your pup at your place, I’m happy to host for doggy daycare!

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

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Elizabeth is fantastic! From our first meeting, we got a sense she’d be a good fit, and it was true. She’s reliable, gives the pups good attention, and provides great photos and recap at the end of each visit. Highly recommend!

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Jeff K.
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So thankful that Nicole was able to come last minute to care for our two cats when we had to go out of town for a family emergency. She did a great job as always!

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Emily P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sophia is quick to respond and very flexible. My animals love her. Even my nervous old Chihuahua now goes over for pets when Sophia comes over.

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Ashley G.
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Juliana took amazing care of our two cats. They really seemed to like her,were excited to play with her, and were well cared for during her visits.

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Okan K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Dylan’s communication was fantastic and showed up for my pup and made sure she was comfortable and well taken care of. Thank you Dylan, we appreciate your time and the care you provided so we could enjoy our time away!

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Victoria F.
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Hannah was a pleasure to work with! She was very communicative and she made everything so easy. I will 100% be booking with her again!!

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Carli H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jannice was great. My shy Kaelie came out of hiding for her. First time she’s come out to see a stranger!😻

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

Firstly, Kaeleigh is kind and reliable. You can tell she has a lot of experience with cats and I trust her with my own. One of the things I appreciated most was before she accepted the job was that she suggested to have a meet with the cats to make sure everyone was compatible. My cats loved her and I'm sure yours will too!

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Jorge R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Laney was super responsive and took great care of my cat Sunny with short notice. I highly recommend Laney!

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

Was great with our 2 cats. Feed, them both, and gave medicine to our Lucky. Spent time petting and playing with them. Arrived on time, and sent pictures of our precious babies. We will hire again. The cats each gave her 2 paws up. :)

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Amy G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I could not have been happier with Rima! I am always nervous leaving our dog with anyone because of her separation anxiety, but Rima was AMAZING. She sent so many updates and videos and really bonded with our dog! Seeing the happiness and how comfortable our dog was with her instantly from the videos made me relaxed. Trying to make plans to do something again so I can ask her to sit! Thank you so much Rima!!!

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Theresa L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience! Kimberly was responsive, communicated clearly and took great care of the kitties. Came home to happy cats and felt confident they were in great hands while I was away.

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Amy M.
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Miranda did an amazing job sitting for my tortoises and geckos! She provided them excellent care and sent great pics from every visit.

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Angela A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Gianna was amazing with my cat!!! Super communicative, and great personality! My cat had a blast with her!

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Ashika D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Was amazing and very communicative. My boys can be a little flighty with people and Lulu got them to come out of their shell and even stayed with all of them for over an hour which included playtime! Would definitely book again <3

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

Alexandra continues to be such a big help to our family! She's flexible, attentive, and the animals clearly love having her visit. We get such peace of mind with her taking care of our dog with medical needs (diabetes). She's very diligent with his medications and monitoring him for symptoms. Such a relief being able to trust them to her care without worrying while we are away!

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Kaitlyn W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Leah was a wonderful to have care for our cat while we were away. She is very friendly and communicative. And it was very clear from her updates that our cat really liked her too! Will definitely rebook with Leah in the future!

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

Everything went great! My cat loved her from the meet and greet and I found everything in great shape when I got home.

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Catherine G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

It was so reassuring to get news and photos from Erin about my cat while I was away on a business trip. Thank you, Erin!!

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Dominique D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Katrina did a great job taking care of our five sweet kitties! She was prompt, friendly, and sent pics of our kitties each day. She handled our asthmatic cat's inhaler like a champ and sent helpful updates about our cats that put our minds at ease while we were away. We felt comfortable having her in our home after a very pleasant and thorough meet and greet and we're looking forward to working with her again soon. Thank you so much, Katrina!

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Stephanie L.
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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Menands on Rover is $25.53 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 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 July 2026, there are 1,201 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Menands. 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 Menands 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 Menands. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 97% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 98% 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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