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Top rated Merion Station dog sitters
“Kathryn was excellent at taking care of our 11 yo springer in 2 drop in visits. She followed all my directions to a T and remained flexible and willing to come for a third visit because of our changing plans. Would love to have Kathryn watch cooper again in the future.”
“Emily took such great care of my cat. He had a potential health scare while I was away and was showing a lot of anxiety. Emily handled the unexpected issues so well and communicated everything with a lot of detail to help me understand the situation, including doing a video call. I would definitely recommend her for taking care of your pet!”
About: I’ve spent the last 11+ years caring for dogs of all sizes and temperaments, including large breeds, puppies, seniors, and dogs with behavioral quirks. I regularly foster, so I’m used to working with new personalities and helping dogs feel safe, comfortable, and loved in unfamiliar environments. I’m confident handling leash-reactive dogs and know how to keep walks calm and under control. Whether it’s drop-in’s, structured walks, or giving your dog attention/enrichment while you’re away, I bring patience, experience, and genuine care to every visit. I work from home for the majority of the week and have a flexible schedule, so I’m available for morning, mid-day, and evening drop-ins. My weekend schedule is open as well. I care for pets in their own home where they feel most comfortable and secure. I follow your instructions carefully, respect your space, and always keep safety top of mind. On walks, I stay alert and calm, making sure your pup gets both exercise and positive attention, at their pace.
“Dion provided outstanding drop-in care for my cat, exceeding all expectations. She was always on time and sent photos with her updates. Dion cares deeply about animals. I wouldn't hesitate to book her again and highly recommend her to anyone seeking a trustworthy, compassionate sitter.”
About: I was a dog foster for a few months before adopting my current dog. I have experience with taking care of both small and large dogs for many years. My dog is very mild tempered and gets along well with dogs of all sizes. He is neutered. We have access to go on daily walks along the river, around the neighborhood and at the park. I am a student, about to take 4 weeks off from school and would like to take advantage of my free time. I love dogs and have a great environment to dog sit, and also have the time to take them on long walks/play dates. I live in an apartment and the complex has two fenced dog parks. I have one dog who is very calm and mild tempered, he gets along well with both males and females, big or small. If your dog needs to be crated I also have a crate if necessary. They are allowed to lounge on the couch too.
About: I grew up with both dogs and cats at the same time and we never hired anyone to train them. Meaning that me and my family have personally trained every pet we've had. I've always loved animals and treated them with tender loving care. I work full time, but it's a hybrid work schedule. I'll be able to accept boarding pets any day of the week before 8am or after 5pm. Tuesdays through Thursdays I work in person, therefore, the pets will be staying alone in my apartment. I will come back to my apartment during my lunch hour to spend time with your pet and take them out to potty. After 5pm I'll be able to spend the rest of the afternoon with them. On Mondays and Fridays I work remotely, therefore, I'll be available to care for your pet the whole day. I'm also available to receive pets at any time during the day. The same applies during the weekend. I live in an apartment building so I don't have a personal yard. However, the apartment complex I live in is pet friendly and has a fenced dog park where your pet can have fun and run freely. I'll take care of your pet as if they were mine, I'm an animal lover and grew up with pets so I understand the love one has for them.
About: Aside from being a lifelong cat lover; I've been taking care of my friends and families cats and dogs since i was a teen, I am confident I can be everything you and your fur baby needs! Right now I work part time so I have a very flexible schedule; feel free to reach out even if its last minute we can probably work something out. I do the absolute best I can to care for your pets based on the guidelines provided by you as well as following the pets lead! I pride myself in paying attention to detail and will care for your baby as if they're my own.
“Christina was great. I was anxious about leaving my three month old puppy alone and Christina put my mind at ease. She communicated at every step of the process and let me know how Daisy was doing and was great with her.”
“Anna was a great communicator and showed up on time to feed and give some company to my cat Jellybean. She followed all my instructions and took lots of photos. I already hired her again! :) highly recommend!”
“Danielle was great with my pup. She is flexible and super communicative! She’s also reliable and consistent in care. Book with Danielle, you won’t regret it! She’s awesome😃”
About: I've had, loved, and cared for dogs and cats since about 5 years old. Our current family consists of Buddy (Yorkie mix), and 5 indoor cats (Bella, Buster, Oreo, Cali, and Bryce), and one outdoor TNR's cat (Smoky), that we've been taking care of for 3 years. I will treat your fur babies as my own, with love, and care! Just let me know your needs, and directions, and I will do my very best! I work second shift which allows me to be the caretaker of our fur babies from daybreak to the afternoon. This allows me to feed and care for them until the afternoon, when my wife, gets home and takes care of them in the evening. Each day starts with waking up, hitting bathroom, and giving our dog and 6 cats breakfast, and fresh water. After breakfast, I scoop two litter boxes, and spend a little time with each of our babies, and repeat for lunch. I'm fortunate in the fact I work second shift a few days a week, that lets me spend time with them. My wife takes care of the feedings for dinner, after she gets home from work. This is Monday - Friday schedule, and similar on weekends.
“I cannot recommend Shanika enough! She was an absolute lifesaver while caring for my cat, Freddy. Freddy is normally very shy and skittish around new people, but he warmed up to Shanika so quickly — which says a lot about her gentle, patient, and caring nature. I also had quite a few last-minute schedule changes, and she was so flexible, understanding, and accommodating throughout it all. She went above and beyond to make sure Freddy felt safe, loved, and well cared for. If you’re looking for someone who is not only trustworthy and reliable but also truly has a gift with animals, Shanika is the one. She’s simply the best!”
About: I grew up with a very active Pomeranian and have taken care of family friends' dogs as well. I also grew up with five cats and love interacting with all animals! Im currently working part time as a teacher, and would love to walk and play with your pets in the morning on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday! I am respectful of others' homes and will be extra careful with doors and locks to keep your pets and home safe when I visit.
“Claire has been amazing with taking care of our cat while we were away! Claire is very professionally and knows her job well! Our cat is generally very shy with strangers but she rolled herself on the floor with belly up when Claire visited - the ultimate testimonial from the “client” :) I highly recommend Claire!”
About: I am a energetic person I love animals, and I love to just be around animals. My kids also love dogs. I also use to babysit my sister dog for weeks when she went on vacation she had a golden retriever he was the best dog anyone could have ask for, my kids fell in love with him also. I want you to be able to trust me with your animal and I will make it feel like he or she is one of our own. I appreciate the time and effort you took to read this I really hope in the near future we can do business and I can be apart of your family life I love love dogs and cats. Thank you
“Shawna did a fantastic job dropping in & tending to my cat's basic needs. She honored arrival/departure time and followed my instructions perfectly. I will definitely hire her again!”
About: Ive grown up around animals my whole life. My grandmother owned a pet shop in which I was surrounded by many animals. I've worked with small and big dogs, and I have knowledge in puppy training, giving medication, and much more! Im currently only in school 2 days a week and not working, so I have all the time in the world to check up on your furry friends! I have 4 pets at home, so typically Ill be in your space, which just makes things more comfortable for your furry friend! I know how to handle a scared dog, or one that likes to escape as well :)
“Joshua was great with the boys! He is friendly and super reliable. This was our first time using a dog sitter but it will definitely not be our last. We were able to enjoy ourselves while away and relax knowing that the dogs were in such capable hands.”
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Kathryn D.
“Kathryn was excellent at taking care of our 11 yo springer in 2 drop in visits. She followed all my directions to a T and remained flexible and willing to come for a third visit because of our changing plans. Would love to have Kathryn watch cooper again in the future.”
emily H.Star Sitter
“Emily took such great care of my cat. He had a potential health scare while I was away and was showing a lot of anxiety. Emily handled the unexpected issues so well and communicated everything with a lot of detail to help me understand the situation, including doing a video call. I would definitely recommend her for taking care of your pet!”
Madison T.
Star Sitter
“Madison is amazing! She makes my kitties feel completely comfortable and loved by her! I never worry when I know she will drop by to take care of them!”
Colette C.
“Our Moose’s favorite dog sitter! We love Colette too. Super sweet and always reliable. Thanks again for all your help and keeping our minds at ease while we’re away.”
Amanda L.
“I can’t recommend Amanda enough! She is trustworthy, responsible, caring, and has a natural connection with dogs. My dog adores her and always comes back from walks well exercised and happy!”
Dion A.
“Dion provided outstanding drop-in care for my cat, exceeding all expectations. She was always on time and sent photos with her updates. Dion cares deeply about animals. I wouldn't hesitate to book her again and highly recommend her to anyone seeking a trustworthy, compassionate sitter.”
Devani J.
About: I was a dog foster for a few months before adopting my current dog. I have experience with taking care of both small and large dogs for many years. My dog is very mild tempered and gets along well with dogs of all sizes. He is neutered. We have access to go on daily walks along the river, around the neighborhood and at the park. I am a student, about to take 4 weeks off from school and would like to take advantage of my free time. I love dogs and have a great environment to dog sit, and also have the time to take them on long walks/play dates. I live in an apartment and the complex has two fenced dog parks. I have one dog who is very calm and mild tempered, he gets along well with both males and females, big or small. If your dog needs to be crated I also have a crate if necessary. They are allowed to lounge on the couch too.
Javier C.
“On multiple occasions, I have relied on Javier to look after my dogs and the experience has consistently been very positive. He takes them to the dog park, ensures that they eat, and that the dogs are tired after a long day of playing. My dogs get very excited when they see Javier and enjoy his company. Javier is very trustworthy and the love and care that he provides to my dogs is evident in their conduct around him. Javier was on time, respectful, and made sure that he knew all of the pertinent information needed to best care for my dogs. I would strongly recommend leaving your pets under Javier's supervision.”
Nathaniel N.
“Nate is such a sweetheart and has always shown a deep love, care and respect for animals nature. They’re naturally great with cats, dogs and other animals always take a special liking to them.”
Christina Q.
“Christina was great. I was anxious about leaving my three month old puppy alone and Christina put my mind at ease. She communicated at every step of the process and let me know how Daisy was doing and was great with her.”
Anna M.
“Anna was a great communicator and showed up on time to feed and give some company to my cat Jellybean. She followed all my instructions and took lots of photos. I already hired her again! :) highly recommend!”
Danielle B.Star Sitter
“Danielle was great with my pup. She is flexible and super communicative! She’s also reliable and consistent in care. Book with Danielle, you won’t regret it! She’s awesome😃”
Joseph S.
“Joseph LOVES animals! He is the proud owner of 1 dog and 6 cats. He takes in strays and takes great care of them. All of his pets are loved. It's not unusual to find his cats and dog snuggled next to him. They sense his kindness and gravitate to him. I would highly recommend him to provide services for Rover!”
Shanika D.Star Sitter
“I cannot recommend Shanika enough! She was an absolute lifesaver while caring for my cat, Freddy. Freddy is normally very shy and skittish around new people, but he warmed up to Shanika so quickly — which says a lot about her gentle, patient, and caring nature. I also had quite a few last-minute schedule changes, and she was so flexible, understanding, and accommodating throughout it all. She went above and beyond to make sure Freddy felt safe, loved, and well cared for. If you’re looking for someone who is not only trustworthy and reliable but also truly has a gift with animals, Shanika is the one. She’s simply the best!”
Lisa B.
“Lisa is fantastic with animals and a really great dog walker! She will treat your dog with love and care, and is especially attuned to what animals need, if something feels unsafe or not, if they need a break, etc. I highly recommend her!”
Claire E.
“Claire has been amazing with taking care of our cat while we were away! Claire is very professionally and knows her job well! Our cat is generally very shy with strangers but she rolled herself on the floor with belly up when Claire visited - the ultimate testimonial from the “client” :) I highly recommend Claire!”
Veronica T.
“I left my dog Smokey (lab chow mix) with Veronica for a few hours and she was wonderful with him! Even though he was a big dog she handled him well. He took to her and you know dogs have a ppl sense so that was great.”
Shawna D.Star Sitter
“Shawna did a fantastic job dropping in & tending to my cat's basic needs. She honored arrival/departure time and followed my instructions perfectly. I will definitely hire her again!”
Abigail C.
About: Ive grown up around animals my whole life. My grandmother owned a pet shop in which I was surrounded by many animals. I've worked with small and big dogs, and I have knowledge in puppy training, giving medication, and much more! Im currently only in school 2 days a week and not working, so I have all the time in the world to check up on your furry friends! I have 4 pets at home, so typically Ill be in your space, which just makes things more comfortable for your furry friend! I know how to handle a scared dog, or one that likes to escape as well :)
Joshua B.
“Joshua was great with the boys! He is friendly and super reliable. This was our first time using a dog sitter but it will definitely not be our last. We were able to enjoy ourselves while away and relax knowing that the dogs were in such capable hands.”
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog sitters about your booking. Typically, dog sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from dog sitter to dog sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing dog sitters available in Merion Station.
Rover makes it easy to find Merion Station dog sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star dog sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog sitting is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Dog parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their dog sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
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