Pet Sitting in Merriam
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Top rated Merriam pet sitters
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“Jennifer did such a good job. Followed all instructions for caring for my cat Maggie making my trip that much easier. I appreciate the reliability that she displayed with her daily visits and online reports.”
“Debbie did a drop-in on my ~3 month puppy while I was at work and took great care of my doggo. She left lots of good details after the visit, and was thoughtful enough to note specific things she knew I was worried about (no crate messes, pup was good about not jumping, etc.). Will definitely book Debbie again in the future!!”

“We’ve used grace before and she is so wonderful. She is on time and if she is running slightly behind she lets you know. I can’t say enough wonderful things about her”

About: I have two years of experience pet sitting small, medium and large dogs pet sitting experience with cats. During my visits, I have walked, fed, had playtime with, and have fed any medications or vitamins the owner has requested I give their pet to them. In my daily and weekly routine, I would be available for visits/walks during: Monday/Wednesday/Fri: 6-10am and/or 1-8pm Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday: available at any time Sunday: 3-8pm These times do differ for overnight stays! When caring for pets in my clients home, I always make sure to follow any instructions or specific requests the client has left for me. I also make sure the client has informed me of certain behaviors of their pet and has told me about the pets personality to ensure I watch them in a way that makes them the most comfortable to ensure a safe and fun visit!
“Stephanie was so helpful and kind with our two dogs! This was a first time using Rover and Stephanie exceeded all needs and eased our worry. With a senior dog who needs extra care and a younger dog who has much more energy, she was able to accommodate both of our boys to keep them happy and safe!”

“Mackenzie was so amazing! She stayed right on schedule and made sure to communicate with me each day and even helped me recognize that i incorrectly scheduled her assistance plan and got it all squared away for me. Will definitely be requesting her services again!”

“Alison was wonderful with our two kitties! She took great care of them and clearly enjoyed giving them lots of attention, pets, and snuggles. Graham, who usually hides from new people, warmed up to her very quickly. Loved getting her updates and pictures. Knowing they were in such great hands allowed us to really enjoy our trip. Highly recommend Alison as your go-to pet sitter!”

“Jane was so amazing with my two bunnies Buzz and Coco and they absolutely loved her! She was always on time, paid close attention to detail and all of my instructions, and left me detailed descriptions and photos of each visit! I would recommend Jane to anyone and will definitely be using her services in the future!”

“Joann was amazing with our dog, Willie. She took great care of him, sent fun photos/videos, and shared good written notes on how things were going. We are so grateful and will definitely be return customers!”

About: I grew up with dogs and all of my kids have dogs, so not only am I a grandpa, I was a dog grandpa first! I also sit and love cats. They always find me. Had four dogs in my house for many times watching when my kids traveled, but now they moved so I have more time to get my fur feed. I take walks and would love to walk your pups but also can follow your guidelines doing the best to keep their routine. I work from home but occasionally have appointments outside of the home, so I am very available to work with your schedule. I will share my schedule with you when booking. I have a fenced yard and a great neighborhood for walking. Friendly home environment with access to fresh food/water and sunshine. Your dog/cat will be well-loved.
About: I've been pet-sitting for neighbors for years and I love the opportunity to spend time with different pets while offering peace of mind to their owners as they travel, with the ability to stay in their own home environments and accommodate their unique needs. I have plenty of experience with both dogs and cats, and I don't have a job outside the home so I am available to provide frequent care and stay with your pets day and night. I'm currently not working outside of the house, so I have plenty of availability to provide frequent care to any pets who may benefit from it. I don't care for pets in my own home, so there's no need to worry about any outside factors or unfamiliar situations for your pets. I will carefully follow your instructions to keep your pets happy and safe and your home in good condition, while making sure to respect your privacy and property at all times.

About: I work from home full-time. This means your pet will receive frequent supervision, companionship, potty & play breaks and lots of attention throughout the day! Ive always had animals in my home and have experience caring for my own as well as friends and families. I will provide a safe and loving environment where your pet will be comfortable and cared for like they are part of the family. I've cared for animals in every stage of life. I have extensive experience with cats including bottle-feeding orphaned kittens, caring for senior cats, and supporting pets with age related needs. I also have experience with puppies, adult dogs, and senior dogs, and I understand that each pet requires individualized care, patience, and attention. Open to hosting dogs in home and drop ins for your cats. I work from home full-time, allowing me to provide frequent supervision and attention throughout the day. Work is flexible allowing for lots of time love and activities. I have a large, fully fenced backyard for supervised outdoor play with my dog. When not outdoors our house guest will primarily stay with me in my home office as my co-worker and side kick. With lots of breaks for tummy rubs and head scritches of course!
“Michael is wonderful! Our cat has to be pilled manually every day and is very attention hungry. Michael spent quality time with her and pilled her daily while we were out of town. He also took lots of pictures.”

About: Hi I'm Shayna and I have two dogs of my own . Ive been passionate about dogs since I was four yrs old. I have ten years of experience . With the experience I have I will treat your pets like family. Also I will start providing some boarding on the weekends . But I would prefer pets that do good in a crate at night or in bed room for bed time . I also have a bathing certificate so I can do exit baths or bath and brush and do nail trims as well . I'm currently taking care of my own pups and I currently have a part time job . But when I have some free time I will be giving your pet lots of love and care they deserve . I give my client pets lots of love and effection . They get alot of exercise in the back yard and can walk them once a day or more . Just let me know their routine and I will make sure they get all they need 😁
Over 212 pet parents in Merriam have booked pet sitting
Merriam pet parents share their Rover experiences
Mackenzie was so amazing! She stayed right on schedule and made sure to communicate with me each day and even helped me recognize that i incorrectly scheduled her assistance plan and got it all squared away for me. Will definitely be requesting her services again!

Stephanie was so helpful and kind with our two dogs! This was a first time using Rover and Stephanie exceeded all needs and eased our worry. With a senior dog who needs extra care and a younger dog who has much more energy, she was able to accommodate both of our boys to keep them happy and safe!

Grace! You are so wonderful! Thank you so much for watching our boys! We were out of town for an extended holiday and it was so relieving seeing how much fun the boys had with Grace. We anxiously waited for photos and the report card and were never disappointed. She took amazing care of them and we can not thank her enough!

Erin has been great. Both of my dogs like her and my cat who is normally skittish has stayed out when Erin has been over. I’ve had to reach out short notice a couple of times, and she has been able to accommodate. I’m very pleased and I would highly recommend her!

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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Merriam is $20
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Sitters in Merriam average 6 repeat pet sitting clients
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Merriam on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jun 2026, there are 2,872 pet sitters in Merriam. 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 87% of Merriam pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Merriam have an average of 15 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Merriam.
Rover makes it easy to find Merriam 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:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 2,872 pet sitters in Merriam on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Merriam, 94% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 92% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. 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 background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.



















