Pet Sitting in Merced

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Sitter Profile Image: Jasmine T.
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Jasmine T.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
8 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Merced, CA, 95341

Jasmine was amazing with our Ivy!! She was extremely puntual and sent us lots of updates and pictures throughout our trip :) we will definitely be using Jasmine again in the future and would 100% recommend!!

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Sheree O.
Sitter Profile Image: Joselyn A.
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Joselyn A.
$43
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
14 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95341

Got amazing daily updates and based on how close my normally shy cat was to Joselyn in the pictures, I think my cat liked her too!

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Amelia J.
Sitter Profile Image: Valeria S.
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Valeria S.
$22
total per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
34 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95341

Valeria was an absolute delight to work with. Our GSD instantly clicked with Valeria. She was on time and super helpful with all of our requests.

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Joey M.
Sitter Profile Image: Kimberly P.
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Kimberly P.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
6 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95340

Kimberly was super wonderful! We had to book last second after someone had canceled on us. She was able to come meet our boy. She kept us up to date on how he was doing and went above and beyond with taking care of him. Will definitely be using her as a sitter for our boy again!

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Chelsie D.
Sitter Profile Image: Ximadra F.
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Ximadra F.
$28
total per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
16 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Merced, CA, 94531

She was very good with my car who just got out a surgery. She checked for wounds and sent me pictures and made sure she was safe and happy. I would hire her back if I had a need for more pet care in the future. ?

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Tristynn S.
Sitter Profile Image: Toni S.
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Toni S.
$38
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95348

Thank you!! Toni. We had such a nice short visit with Family, And you made it all good for My Fanci. I trust your Loyalty and you have that mother wit. :-) And animals can feel it. (-: and for your Kindness. Gayle and Claus Knudsen

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Gayle F.
Sitter Profile Image: Hector H.
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Hector H.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
10 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95348

Hector is amazing, he took care of our dog, provided regular updates, and asked great question both ahead of time and during the visit to ensure everything was just as we hoped for. Appreciate him so much. He even noticed it was trash day and took our bins out for us after asking if that was okay. Super awesome!

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Rachel P.
Sitter Profile Image: Litzully L.
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Litzully L.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95348

About: I’ve had dogs since I was little and have had two puppies. I will listen to, follow, and answer your request, recommendations, and concerns that you may have. I will take your pet on as many walks as you request. I am willing to play and bath your pets if requested. Please inquire about scheduling due to some recent changes in my schedule! I will make sure to clean up after myself and your pet no matter the mess. I am willing to clean and make food for your pet if it requires me too.

Sitter Profile Image: Angelica R.
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Angelica R.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95348

We absolutely love having Angelica take care of our boy! She is so great with communication and updating us. We’re so fortunate to have her watching over Meeko when we are away. 🐾

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Alexis P.
Sitter Profile Image: Eve J.
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Eve J.
$15
total per visit
13 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95348

About: I have taken care of dogs all of my life with some that are from friends or family. I give what the pet need to feel loved, safe, fed, comfortable. I love pet sitting young to senior dogs. The pet care would fit in daily in my routine from when I wake up to when I go to sleep so like 24 hours. I make pets feel safe by doing things to make them feel safe protecting them from harm way, getting them to trust me to help them when they need it.

Sitter Profile Image: Cristin O.
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Cristin O.
$26
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
9 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95341

About: There’s nothing I won’t do for my dogs and I will treat your fur baby/ babies the same. I am reliable with a strong background caring for dogs of all sizes and temperaments. I’ve handled everything from high energy puppies to senior dogs needing extra attention. I prioritize safety, love, and playtime. I always provide updates so you feel at ease while you’re away. I know what it feels like to miss your dogs throughout the day or on trips so I can assure you, you will receive as many photos and updates as possible! I’m currently working until 7pm on weekdays, with as many breaks in between as my job is very flexible in how I take my various breaks. I wake up early for my morning workouts so if early boarding or walks are needed I’d be more than happy to accommodate! I have a fenced backyard in my home and 2 dogs who are friendly and love to cuddle as well as play. I can easily crate your dog if need be and provide multiple walks and belly rubs.

Sitter Profile Image: Kaylene R.
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Kaylene R.
$17
total per visit
11 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95340

About: Thank you for reviewing my profile! My preferred name is Astro, and I am a 23-year-old agricultural business student with a minor in animal science. I am unavailable from 8a-12pm on weekdays, but I am available at any other time to take care of any pets you may have. I have a passion for animals because I enjoy giving them love, just as they give love back to us. This March 2026, I cared for my former professor's 2 dogs, cat, and goat from Friday to Sunday. I make sure to give all animals extra love while their owners are away. If no walks are bought for housesits, I will give one walk per stay, and if my schedule allows, I'll provide additional. I am comfortable with farm animals as well, if you need care and feeding for them. My pet background: I have 2 years of experience as a kennel attendant: sanitizing kennels, taking dogs for walks, feeding, and medicating both dogs and cats. I also have a few months of experience as a vet assistant: restraining animals for vaccines and nail trims. I currently have a 5-year-old chihuahua and a 4-year-old domestic shorthair cat. My chihuahua has seizures and requires a specific feeding and medication schedule, so I can easily adapt to your pets if they have additional needs. Since I was 12, I would adopt rabbits from the flea market and take care of them until I was in high school. I adopted my chihuahua as a one-month-old in 2020, and have been taking care of her ever since. My passion for animals led me to earn my AA in Animal Science, and expanded my interest in caring for farm animals as well. Animals make me happy, and after my kennel attendant job ended, I decided to try Rover out to continue working in the field I enjoy! My position as a kennel attendant ended, so I am available on any other day except Tuesdays and Thursdays when I commute to university. On weekdays, I may not be able to provide care until after 8:30 am because I sometimes take my kids to school. On weekends, I can provide care earlier than 8 am if requested or needed. Care information: I can provide walks and drop-ins every day except Tuesdays and Thursdays. House-Sitting information: I am unavailable to provide services in my home, but I am available for house-sitting in your home on weekends. I have taken care of my former professor's 2 dogs in her home while she was away for the weekend, along with her two outside pets of a cat and goat. On weekdays, I can house-sit, but I will be in and out for personal, child, or pet errands. I'd like to note that on weekends, I will need to feed and give potty breaks for my own pets at home, but will return to your pets once finished. In my client's home, I treat it with the same respect as I would in my own home. I also make sure to keep it clean and organized as the owner has left it. I don't wish to make my client's uncomfortable, so I will make sure to ask before doing anything that wasn't previously discussed. For house-sitting, I provide basic cleaning before leaving your home (sweeping and mopping the floors).

Sitter Profile Image: Danielle C.
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Danielle C.
$35
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
93 reviews
14 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95340

I recently relocated to Merced and it was the first time I had to leave my animals under the care of a “stranger,” so I was feeling a bit anxious about it. Danielle’s calm, kind, and genuine manner instantly put my thoughts at ease. She is great with my fur babies (one dog and two cats) who took to her easily. After each visit she provides a detailed update and pictures. Even while experiencing a family emergency of her own, she still made sure my animals were taken care of. I can’t recommend her highly enough! 10/10

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Sarah D.
Sitter Profile Image: Katrina K.
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Katrina K.
$45
total per visit
4.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95340

About: Animal care has always been a passion of mine. Currently taking care of a pack of French Bulldogs Growing up I had 5-6 dogs I was responsible for feeding,grooming, exercising ect. Professionally I have worked in kennels for about 6-8years, ranging in groups of 2-50. As a kennel technician I was responsible for maintaining a leveled space for everyone to play and exercise or even relax. I do have experience in medication administration, oral, topical, rectum, shots. I have also a year of being a veterinary assistant which is what I'm currently pursuing and absolutely love it. My schedule is wide open currently! I just moved back to the Central Valley and I'm flexible. I have school online for Veterinary Technology and have started school for LVN as well. While doing a house sitting or drop-in, I always greet the animals check food and water bowls, make my way to the yard and ALWAYS check the yard before letting out animals. I will walk around the house to make sure there were no accidents or anything out of sorts really. I make sure doors are closed that need to be and always give the love that's needed.

Sitter Profile Image: Taylor F.
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Taylor F.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95340

Taylor and Brian were lovely and did daily drop ins with my two cats. They spent plenty of time loving and playing with the cats. I got daily updates on how the cats were fairing and anything that seemed amiss. I definitely trust them with invested and true caring of pets.

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Rachel P.
Sitter Profile Image: Roxane T.
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Roxane T.
$23
total per visit
50 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95348

About: I love to go on walks, Long or Short. I will honor your request and make sure they get the best of care. I've had tons of experience caring for my own family's & close friends pets. I currently do not have any pets of my own, so it will be one on one with your fur babies. I'm retired. I go to yoga Mon - Thurs 9-10 am. I help with the care of my 96 year old mother. My schedule is pretty flexible & I'm available on weekends. I have plenty of time to walk and/or visit your fur baby/babies. When in your home I will respect like it was my Grandmas. I will keep to their schedules. Keep a clean environment. Always love on those fur babies

Sitter Profile Image: Wendy C.
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Wendy C.
$17
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95348

She was responsible, reliable, and so sweet with my cat. I could tell my cat felt comfortable with her, and that meant a lot to me. I’d happily recommend her 🌺😻

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Elnaz A.
Sitter Profile Image: Nelson M.
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Nelson M.
$49
total per visit
4.8 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
12 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95341

About: I have been caring for animals since I was 5 I grew up in a farm filled with sheep, cats, Dogs, cows, horses, chickens, ducks, you name it my grandfather had it I always have been involved in pets lives wether it is caring for a pet for a family member to helping out my father in his Frenchie business I started training dogs when I was a teenager I am now equipped with the knowledge and tools to successfully care for pets with disabilities I am CPR certified and can administer medicines I love all type of pets and here we give them the best treatment they can receive showers massages love play time walks dog park amongst other activities I can guarantee you once you let your pet board with me you will never want to go back to your old sitter 😉 give your self the peace of mind that your pet will be in great hands this day. we kindly and respectfully ask that all pets that enter our beautiful community be submitted to a flea and tick treatment for the safety of our home and most importantly for the safety of your pet if you do not have the time to give them a treatment please let us know we can definitely arrange a treatment for a additional fee not only will it ease your mind but you will be absolutely sure that your dog is in a clean and safe environment thank you for allowing me to care and continue to care for your beautiful fur babies 😊 I work from home and so does my wife so I make my own schedule I am flexible working all hours of the day and can keep pets over night I have a fence yard no other pets in my property I have children that love pets and love caring for them also I can keep your pet crates if necessary

Sitter Profile Image: Jessika R.
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Jessika R.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
2 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95340

Jessika is so great with my puppy! She kept him company during the day while I was at work, and she also started teaching him some commands. She gave me plenty of updates after every visit as well as gave advice on how to feed him and train him.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kirsten R.
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Kirsten R.
$18
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
8 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Merced, CA, 95341

Kirsten is always professional, reliable, and kind. She never hesitates to communicate and ask questions if necessary. We have used her before for housesitting and this visit was drop in only. As always, she was wonderful and we know this because our dogs don't even get up when we get home. They're so chill after she leaves. It's a blessing to have her and feel that our pups are happy with her.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

We were anxious about being away from our dogs for several days. After meeting with Danielle we did not have any reservations about leaving them in her care. She was great with our dogs, and provided daily update on how they were doing. We definitely be booking her again.

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

As always, Angelica took great care of our boy. She’s always great with her communication and she’s always right on time! We appreciate her so much ☺️

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

We have had jasmine help with drop ins quite a few times now and she has been so wonderful to work with! She has been so kind and flexible with my schedule, first by making an effort to do a meet and greet prior to her first visit and also being open about her availability! She has given such kind updates during drop ins and from the pictures she sends I can tell RJ just loves her presence. Jasmine is very kind and trustworthy I would 100% recommended her😊 we are so grateful!

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

Once again Kaitlyn did a great job with my two cats. I know she will take care of my babies with out a doubt. Very sweet and trustworthy. .

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

Joselyn did a great job taking care of my 2 cats and 1 dog by updating me with pictures and texting. I really appreciate her effort and would hire her again.

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

Kimberly was super wonderful! We had to book last second after someone had canceled on us. She was able to come meet our boy. She kept us up to date on how he was doing and went above and beyond with taking care of him. Will definitely be using her as a sitter for our boy again!

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Chelsie D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you!! Toni. We had such a nice short visit with Family, And you made it all good for My Fanci. I trust your Loyalty and you have that mother wit. :-) And animals can feel it. (-: and for your Kindness. Gayle and Claus Knudsen

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Gayle F.
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As of Jun 2026, there are 39 pet sitters in Merced. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.

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

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There are 39 pet sitters in Merced on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.

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