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“Cassie was a fantastic dog sitter. She’s friendly, attentive, and her backyard is perfect for the dogs to play. My dogs were well cared for, and I wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again.”
“Brittany took exceptional care of our 2 Cavalier King Charles. They loved playing with her dogs and it was comforting to know they had a safe yard with plenty of playtime. She was able to accommodate my early drop off and late pick up. I felt very comfortable leaving my girls with Brittany and I highly recommend her services.”
“Kira was great! Process was your simple. She sent me updated and photos to let me know how my little guy was doing. He can be a bit of a handful so it feels good knowing he enjoyed her. Def recommend!”
“Peyton was absolutely amazing! Gave check ins and was super responsive to all of my messages. I highly recommend her for anyone needing to board and I’ll definitely be booking with her again in the future!”
“Jennifer obviously loves dogs. She took great care of our dog Max. She sent a daily update with pictures showing all of the care and attention Max was receiving. We appreciated her updates and have no doubt Max had a great time. We definitely will use Jennifer again.”
“Jamie was excellent with our Foxy. She sent us several pictures throughout our trip which reassured us she was happy and well taken care of. We felt like she was taken care of like her own.”
“Ashley and Jason gave Krunky a great experience. He was exhausted and I believe he wanted to stay longer. I will see definitely let them keep him again soon! Thank you for helping me at the last minute!”
“Kelsey and her family always does such a great job with our pup! He was so excited to see her again when she came to pick him up. And he’s always so exhausted when he comes home which is a sign he had a great time! Great communication the whole time she had him, too!”
“Annie was great. We met her before Teddie’s stay, and she showed us around the house and property. She wanted to make sure Teddie was comfortable and knew her surroundings. She was great with communicating while we were out of town. She sent pictures and several updates each day.”
“Steven and his family were the best! We had never left our pups at anyone else’s house before and they had the best time. He took several pictures every day so we could see our babies. Our one Aussie is very shy and he warmed right up. I feel like they had a vacation right along with us. They were definitely spoiled. 😂 I will be using Steven again no doubt.”
“The best sitter! Our old lady Sissy has stayed with Emily's family several times. She always comes home happy. I can tell she is well cared for as she is not anxious when she is picked up. I highly recommend Emily!”
“Great experience, it was a last minute booking and Kelly was awesome. Got picture updates on my dog and he looked so happy. Got him home and he was so tired from playing with his new friends at Kelly and Brian's home. Would definitely recement if you looking for someone to look after your dog.”
“Dalis is by far the most thorough dog sitter in the world. She sent daily pictures and even a couple videos to keep me updated with how my dog was adjusting.Choose Dalis If you want superior care for your pet.”
“We had Melanie keep our little man for the first time while we were out of town for 7 days. She sent us several pictures every day with an update on his wellbeing. The peace of mind we had while away was immeasurable and we cannot thank Melanie enough for taking wonderful care of our sweet baby! 🐾 Thank you again! 🩷🐾”
“Kia was so accommodating with my last minute booking. My Remi and her Ozzy have become the best of buds lol. Glad I was able to find her. Will definitely be booking with her again for my boarding needs.”
“Amber was a great dog sitter. She sent pictures and updates of Wrigley everyday and he came home happy and smelling fresh. I know he had a great time with Amber and loved playing with her dogs. I will definitely use her again in the future.”
“Kristy was amazing! This was our first time using her but will definitely rebook with her when needed! I ended up running late on our drop off time & she was so understanding & accommodating. She sent me lots of pictures & videos, Ollie had a great time staying with them!”
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Morgan was amazing with my pup. Everything went as planned and my pup had lots of fun and came home happy just as she always is. I received lots of pics and great communication. Morgan will be a great caretaker for anyone who needs her services. She will by my new “ go to” for care of my pup. Thank you Morgan!
We had a great experience with Ashkan. This was our first time using him. He responded quickly to messages and sent photos every day. He explained how he manages his guest dogs when we dropped Charlie off and we left feeling confident that Charlie was in good hands. Charlie was much more relaxed than usual when we picked him up. We are so glad to have found Ashkan and will check with him first the next time we need to board Charlie.
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- Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party background check and show verified reviews from other pet parents, like you.
- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
- 24/7 support from the Rover team–here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.
Why Choose Rover?
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Normal home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Normal.
<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Normal sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
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.
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 .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in AL ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
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