Pet Sitting Merrick
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“Stephanie goes beyond her expected responsibilities. She pours love into everything she touches including my fur babies. I have peace of mind when I go away, knowing that I leave them in good hands. I trust her wholeheartedly.”
“I was very nervous going back to work leaving my puppy home and Blake was absolutely amazing with Honey !!! The minute I met Blake I immediately felt more comfortable and knew it would be ok leaving Honey! She sent lots of pictures of Honey while I was at work to keep me update! Honey loves Blake and I am so thankful for her!”
About: Hi, I’m Eddie – Your Dog’s Next Best Friend in Merrick! Located in the 11566 area, I’m a lifelong dog lover with decades of hands-on experience caring for pups of all kinds. I’m retired with plenty of time, energy, and affection to give your furry friend the attention they deserve. My schedule is wide open and flexible, making it easy for me to accommodate your dog’s specific needs — whether it's energetic playtime or laid-back cuddle sessions. What I Offer: A spacious home in a safe, quiet neighborhood A fully fenced-in, secure yard for supervised outdoor fun Personalized attention with no overcrowding Meet-and-greets before every stay to ensure everyone’s comfort References available upon request Your dog’s comfort and safety are my top priorities. Whether you're heading out of town or just need reliable help, you can rest easy knowing your pup is in a loving, responsible environment. Feel free to message me with any questions — I’d love to hear more about your dog! My schedule is wide open and flexible, making it easy for me to accommodate your dog’s specific needs — whether it's energetic playtime or laid-back cuddle sessions. A spacious home in a safe, quiet neighborhood A fully fenced-in, secure yard for supervised outdoor fun Personalized attention with no overcrowding Meet-and-greets before every stay to ensure everyone’s comfort References available upon request Your dog’s comfort and safety are my top priorities. Whether you're heading out of town or just need reliable help, you can rest easy knowing your pup is in a loving, responsible environment.
About: Rockville Centre, Freeport, Merrick, Bellmore, Oceanside, I can’t think of a better way to spend that time caring for your precious wonderful dogs (babies) Is your pup looking for tons of love, affection, attention, EXERCISE, cuddling, snuggling AND tons of slobbery kisses??? I’m DEFINITELY your man. Bill Murray once said, “I don’t trust anybody who doesn’t like dogs; however, I do trust when a dog doesn’t like a person.” All dog owners should know this one✔️✔️ Looking forward to meeting your fur baby. Woofs and kisses, Jonny A I’m available seven days a week. Currently taking time away from the corporate world to write an autobiography in the late evenings. Can’t wait to meet you I will follow all instructions regarding the safety, attention, and affection for your dog and your home. I have cared for numerous senior dogs, and I am adept at administering medication and special needs. I Consider all dogs puppies.
“Karen is outstanding and I highly recommend her. She took excellent care of our kitties and they love her! I am very pleased with the top notch care they received. I am now, and will be a forever client.”
About: I’ve had cats and dogs most of my life and love working with all kinds of animals. I have experience working with my aunt at her dog kennel. I’ve handled breeds of various sizes with different personalities including Rottweilers and Pibull mixes.I’m always prepared for the unexpected and willing to care for and treat your pets as if they were my own! I also have experience in administering medication if necessary and will always honor special request requests for your canine companion. I am currently only dedicating my time to dog walking during and sitting at this time. I’m extremely flexible and available during weekdays to accommodate you and your beloved pets. I have a sweet cat who I’ve been caring for since October who came to us as a stray. I also care for two lovable guinea pigs, who I took in as rescues and I provide them with the best care and life possible! My experience with dogs has always been ensuring long walks and plenty of play time. Your pets will be loved and adored as if they were my own and special needs animals are welcome! I have cared for my own cats with hypothyroidism and diabetes. My experience with administering medication is currently only with pills and liquid medicines typically incorporated into food or treats.
About: My first job was as a dog walker when I was 12! I have grown up with cats and dogs - caring for them from puppies/kittens through to their golden years. I have also dog/house sat for a large rescue + their several senior cats! My goal is to get to know each pet I interact with so that me and your pet can enjoy our time together. Furry friends are family and I treat them as such. I have also volunteered at 2 different rescues over the past several years helping care for cats as well as walk and play with dogs of all ages. I am currently finishing my last year of medical school so my schedule is not completely free. However, I do typically have evenings, weekends, and a random day off during the week! I get my current schedule 1 month at a time and am happy to accommodate outside my scheduled hospital shifts. I am very respectful of others rules for their home and their pets. I am a tidy person who hates messes in my own home so wouldn't leave them in anyone else's.
About: I have been pet sitting for over 20 years, for family and friends. I have experience with giving medication and senior dogs. I love both dogs and cats, and I’m looking forward to meeting your pet(s). I’m currently working part time, so I will be able to make morning and evening visits. I am hoping to also take care of dogs. When my friends are traveling, I go to their house morning and evening. I feed the cats, clean their litter boxes, and then play and pet them.
About: I am located in Long Island, New York! I’ve had dogs my whole life and absolutely love them! I’m experienced in caring for dogs of all breeds and sizes, and I’m passionate about making sure they feel safe, happy, and loved. Whether it’s walking, playing, or providing companionship, I’m always excited to spend time with pups! I am currently taking pre requisite classes for graduate school so my schedule is pretty flexible right now! The dogs will be taken care of throughout the day as needed! I have a small fenced in yard so your dog will always have room to run/play and go to the bathroom. I will let them out multiple times during the day.
About: I have experience caring for cats with different personalities and needs, providing feeding, fresh water, playtime, litter box care, affection, and plenty of attention while their families are away. Pet care fits naturally into my daily and weekly schedule. I plan visits around my work schedule and maintain consistent feeding, playtime, litter box care, and plenty of attention. I’m dependable about keeping scheduled visits and communicating with pet parents. I prioritize creating a safe, calm, and comfortable environment for every pet. I follow their usual routines, pay close attention to their behavior and needs, and make sure they have fresh food, water, and a clean space. I treat each home with care and respect and communicate with pet parents so they feel confident their pets are safe and well cared for.
About: Hey there, I’m Meg! I am an avid volunteer with both humans and pets, vegetarian, artist and huge animal lover. I have one very sweet 3 year old female shepherd mix who loves to make new friends. I have experience with a number of different types of animals in addition to dogs and cats (small mammals, birds, reptiles and some exotics) and a tremendous love and appreciation for all animals. I am responsible, punctual and super outgoing. I’ve been dog sitting, nannying and house sitting professionally for just about 10 years now. I provide dog sitting in my house or travel sitting in yours + will make sure your dog is happy, fed, walked and entertained while you're out! I have a lot of energy and love to take them for walks, and for calmer dogs that just like to be pet and lounge around, we can do that too! I’m comfortable administering medication as I’ve done it with my own dogs in the past and don’t mind giving baths or trimming nails with a Dremel if requested as well. I have excellent references, a clean license and safe car if transportation is needed. I’m so excited to hear from you! I work from home during the week and am available to play/have fun any weekend I’m booked to watch your little friend. I can take frequent walks/potty breaks and play as much as requested. have a fully fenced in dog-proofed yard with lots of toys and activities to do! I have 1 very social medium sized dog who loves having guests over and is always happy to welcome our home to other friends.
“Grace was wonderful and she got along great with our cats. She was reliable, kept us updated with photos and messages, and our cats looked relaxed and happy when we got home. Highly recommend!”
“Wei came to my home to care for my 2 cats. She was attentive and sweet and my cats felt comfortable with her. She also made sure they had adequate water and food, and she diligently cleaned their litter boxes. I am thankful for her help!”
About: I have had cats and dogs my whole life, so I have a lot of experience caring for them and walking them. I understand how a dog communicates it's needs, like when they need to go outside for the bathroom, or when they need to get their energy out with some playtime. I can handle any sized dog on a leash (my dogs at home are 50-80 pounds!) I can take care of cats as well, and am comfortable cleaning out a litter box. I know how to approach both dogs and cats, and get them to warm up and be comfortable with me. I also have experience babysitting and house sitting. Animals make me so happy so I would love to take care of yours!! I work part-time and have a very flexible schedule, so I'm always welcome and happy to add a dog or cat sitting request into my routine. I take great care of my pets, ensure the dogs have daily walks and the cats always have a clean litter box. And of course, cuddles all the time :)
About: I have taken care of dogs for over 10 years including my own in addition to family and friends whether just was just taking them for walks or watching them for entire weekends I’ve done it all I also have worked at a dog daycare and boarding center as well as a pet store where I gained a lot of experience I am currently work weekdays so I’m mostly available any time after 5pm. However I am off on the weekends so I’m available all day I am very flexible in the way I take care of clients pets depending on the specific circumstances as every pet has different needs and every owner has there own preferences that I would be more than happy to adapt to
About: I have volunteered at 3 separate animal shelters for 10 years now and have always had pets in the home. I have 2 cats of my own. I’m a teacher in Freeport and live in Wantagh, so I have a flexible schedule outside of the school day. I’m available on weekends and school breaks, and I can often stop by before or after work (my workday is 9 AM–4 PM). I’m happy to work with your schedule to help keep your pet’s routine consistent and make sure they receive plenty of attention and care. I have a fenced-in yard and two sweet, friendly cats of my own. I understand how important it is for pets to feel safe, comfortable, and loved in their environment. I always prioritize their safety, follow their owner’s instructions, and respect their individual needs and personalities. I also have a separate room in my home which can make sure your pet(s) will not interact with my cats unnecessarily.
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Merrick is $25
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Merrick
Blake was amazing with our puppy! He had such a great time with her, and we felt completely comfortable leaving him in her care. She made us feel at ease knowing he was in good hands. We would definitely recommend Blake and will absolutely be using her again in the future!
Susan came to my house for a meet and greet about 1 week before the first visit. She was cordial and pleasant. I explained everything to her regarding feeding instructions, the litter box and most importantly the administration of meds to Belle who has a history of seizures. She was able to administer the med to Belles ear flap successfully. She came during the hours specified and always sent me a message with a pic. I feel very comfortable with her as I can see she is very capable. I would recommend Susan K. To any cat owner.
I cannot thank Stephanie enough for taking care of my sweet pup! It was my first time using Rover and I was nervous, hoping to find the right sitter while I was out of town for a few hours. Stephanie put all of my worries at ease during our meet & greet and I got to see firsthand how sweetly she interacted with my dog. During the week, my pup came down with an ear infection and needed to take antibiotics. I told Stephanie, and she gave my dog the antibiotic with ease. She is trustworthy, dependable, and an all around great sitter.
Jenny was responsive and on top of things. During the meet and greet she asked a lot of questions to make sure that she had all the information. She was happy to meet our two cats. During her visits, she checked in with me and sent pictures. Everyone was happy to have her visit.
Christy was an excellent sitter for my cat Velvet while I was away for a week !!!! Christy was courteous, professional, and attentive to all of my cat's needs! The daily check-ins and pictures provided by Christy were much appreciated and helped soothe my nerves. I would definitely book Christy again in a heartbeat, and I will definitely refer her to others I know who need sitters for their fur babies! Thanks again Christy for a job well done and for going above and beyond!
Katharine was awesome! She came to the rescue when our original plan fell through for someone to drop in and care for our dog while we were out of town for the day. Each drop-in, she was right on time, left thorough notes, and sent us photos. We sincerely appreciated her friendly demeanor and willingness to take on our last-minute request; we're so glad it worked out and we wouldn't hesitate to contact her again. Thank you Katharine!
Michael was amazing with my two shy cats. He was gentle and patient and overall just what they needed. He was respectable of our space and followed instructions well. So grateful he made my first Rover experience a smooth and positive one! Reliable and very responsive. Highly recommend and will definitely rebook in the future.
Jenna and Greg were absolutely amazing with our pups during our vacation!! We Couldn't be happier!! We were nervous and had never hired a sitter before and we were going away for a whole week but Jenna and Greg put all of our worries at ease! Our pups were in need of a little extra care with us being away for so long and our pups both having some special needs. Jenna and Greg treated our pups like their very own, showing lots and lots of love and attention while we were away. They were amazing with communication and lots of pictures as well! Jenna and Greg are extremely trustworthy, caring and both AMAZING at what they do!! If you get a chance to book them definitely take advantage of such a Beautiful opportunity-Jenna and Greg do not disappoint and your pups will be so happy to be in amazing hands!!!! Thank you Jenna and Greg!!🫶🐶🐶🫶
Robert was absolutely wonderful with my cat. He is reliable, attentive, and clearly loves animals. He sent regular updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. My cat can be a little particular, but she warmed up to him immediately - a true testament to his calm and caring approach. He took excellent care of her space, followed all instructions perfectly, and went above and beyond to make sure she was comfortable. I came home to a happy, relaxed cat, and that says it all. I would recommend Robert without hesitation to anyone looking for a trustworthy and dedicated cat sitter. I’ll definitely be booking him again!
Lauren is the absolute best! She is always on time, so helpful and accommodating, and always does what we need! I can't thank her enough for her hep with our puppy Charlie. He gets great exercise, is well fed and played with, and I am so happy we chose her!
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The average cost of Pet Sitting in Merrick on Rover is $17 per visit as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $8 and $28 per visit. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 25,294 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Merrick. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
You and your sitter can agree on a care schedule that fits your pet’s routine and the sitter’s availability. Pet Sitting can be booked as a one-time or recurring drop-in visit. If you need overnight care or dog walks, you may also be able to book House Sitting or Dog Walking through Rover with the same sitter, provided they offer those services.
Before booking, confirm:
- the timing, length, and frequency of visits;
- the care instructions the sitter should follow;
- which parts of your pet’s usual routine should be prioritized;
- how often you would like to receive messages, photos, or other updates.
Not every sitter offers the same services, availability, or booking options. Review their profile and discuss the care you need through Rover before booking each service.
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 .
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 , 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 Merrick. On Rover:
- 83% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 87% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 94% 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 casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .
sitters on Rover set their own , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
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