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Jamie S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 67 reviews
24 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Coralville, IA, 52241

“Jamie was exceptional! Her communication was great. I can tell she really enjoys taking care of animals! She took great care of our dogs and was so kind! Always giving a daily report with pictures included! We will definitely use her in the future!”

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Julie K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
5 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Coralville, IA, 52241

“Meranda did an awesome job with my cat! She left thoughtful messages every day about how he was doing and what they did together. She gave him lots of attention and even indulged him speaking with her through buttons!”

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Amanda K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
5 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Coralville, IA, 52241

“As always the beagles and cat were so happy to see Amanda. She always does such a great job and I always come home to happy pets 🩷”

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Ashley D.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 259 reviews
97 repeat clients
15 years of experience
North Liberty, IA, 52317

“Ashley’s sent multiple photos. She was on time and was very responsive to messaging. We will book again the next time we need a drop in sitter. Thank you!”

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Melanie H.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
North Liberty, IA, 52317

About: I’ve been taking care of and loving my own animals and my family’s animals since I was young and they’ve trusted me since I was a teenager to help take care of their animals and walk them when they are gone I take care of my own pets daily and make sure they get lots of enrichment. I love any and all animals and have always wanted to help other people take care of their animals when they need it I have a very friendly dog of my own but not a friendly cat so I will have to pet sit in your home for your pets safety and my cats safety. I make sure my animals are fed and taken care of properly and I’m not afraid to clean up messes when needed

Sitter Profile Image: Amelia H.
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Amelia H.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Coralville, IA, 52241

“We had a wonderful experience! Amelia took excellent care of our dog while we were on vacation. She sent us lots of pictures which gave us peace of mind. She took her on lots of walks. It was very clear that our dog was very comfortable and happy and very well cared for. We would definitely recommend her if anyone is looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter. Thank you for taking such great care of our girl!”

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Kristen C.
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$12
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52240

About: I’ve interacted with all types of animals and shadowed at veterinary clinics since I was a child. In the past few years, I’ve startedi helping pet sit for friends and family for periods ranging from a couple of days to a few weeks. I work 8:30-5 M-F, but have an hour lunch everyday. I have availability and reliable transportation before and after work hours as well. I make sure to follow owner preferences and safety precautions. This can mean making sure a dog stays away from other animals during walks, or making sure there is no trash around the house that the pet could easily get into.

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Nicky B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 63 reviews
20 repeat clients
15 years of experience
North liberty, IA, 52317

“Nicky takes the very best care of our beloved Charlie! She arrives as planned and leaves detailed updates and photos of each visit. We highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Danny P.
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Danny P.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 68 reviews
29 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Coralville, IA, 52241

“Danny was amazing with our 4 year old reactive Aussie. She listened to all of our instructions during our meeting and made sure that not only we were comfortable but our pup was too. We got tons of pictures and a message after each visit. She was flexible and worked with our last minute needs.”

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Kaitlyn R.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
North Liberty, IA, 52317

“Kaitlyn took wonderful care of my dogs. She was reliable, caring, and gave me peace of mind knowing they were in great hands.I would absolutely recommend Kaitlyn!”

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Katie H.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52246

“Katie took great care of our pups! They loved her as soon as they met her :) I will definitely call Katie to watch our dogs the next time we go out of town!”

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Leah M.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
7 years of experience
Coralville, IA, 52241

About: Hi! I’ve taken care of dogs my whole life and love caring for them through every stage. I trained my family’s mini Aussiedoodles, Millie and Mabel, and cared for my childhood dog, Tucker, as he aged and passed. I’m currently in a gap year while applying to Physician Assistant school and would love to care for your pet like my own! I’m available to walk dogs starting M-Th after 4, Friday at noon through most weekends, and can also do some weekday activities if arranged in advance! I’m happy to be flexible when possible! I keep dogs comfortable by following their normal routines, providing plenty of attention, exercise, and care, and making sure they feel safe and relaxed at home

Sitter Profile Image: Arin B.
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Arin B.
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$19
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 22 reviews
6 repeat clients
15 years of experience
North Liberty, IA, 52317

“We always appreciate Arin’s drop in visits while we’re away. It’s good to know our cats are well taken care of! Arin has also been kind enough to bring in a package or two when it’s delivered and we’re not home.”

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Josie D.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52246

About: I have taken care of cats and dogs since I was five. I grew up on a farm and understand the anxiety that a pet owner has when going on vacation and finding someone to love their pet as they love them. Well, have no fear! I am here to save the day! I am a school teacher by day and dog caregiver by night! I am happy to spend all my afternoons with your pupper or kitty cat! School is starting so availability unfortunately has become a bit more limited, but I will do everything to work with you and to care for your dear sweet fur baby regardless! I will travel to your home to ensure that your pet is in a familiar space. I will give them daily snuggles, walks and attention. I will treat your pet as if they were my own loving on them and treating them. I am happy to take them on daily walks, to the park and to stay the night at your place.

Sitter Profile Image: Sydney H.
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Sydney H.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 41 reviews
16 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52245

“Luna and Milo just love when Sydney cares for them! She is always on time and an excellent commentator. We will continue to use her services when she’s available!”

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Sophia J.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
18 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52245

“Sophia was amazing. Went above and beyond for my babies. Would highly recommend.”

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Marta P.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Coralville, IA, 52241

“Marta is great”

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Natasha N.
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$13
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4.7 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
18 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52245

“Natasha was so sweet! She did a great job taking care of my pup while I was out of town and I look forward to booking with her again!”

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Rachel G.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
North Liberty, IA, 52317

About: I have a 11 year old Havanese named Jack. I have had him since he was 8 weeks old. I would love to help care for your fur baby while you’re away. I am a SAHM and can be fairly flexible. My husband works from home so I can do early morning, afternoon or evening drops ins or walks. Anything before 8am, 1p-3p, or anything after 5pm. I like to be respectful of anyone’s home that I enter and take care of their pet as if they are my own even if it’s just a quick walk! I also like to abide by whatever routines you have in place for your pet.

Sitter Profile Image: Lily M.
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Lily M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
8 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52246

“Lily is very dependable & does a great job with my two dogs! It’s so helpful to have someone to let them out while I’m at work & they both look so happy in the pictures she sends.”

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The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Oakdale is $17

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5.0 out of 5 stars

She did a great job taking care of our 3 cats and was very good at keeping us updated with their behavior and pictures of them. Next time we need a pet sitter we will definitely call on her again.

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hadleigh f.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kiana closely followed the feeding/medicine/walking instructions for my senior dog Honey. I was confident she was being well cared for.

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Nan H.
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I’m always happy when Hollea is available to help my dog Honey — everything goes according to plan when she’s with her!

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Nan H.
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Thank you so much, Melanie. You've made this whole experience with Rover simple and straightforward. I will definitely be asking for you for any future visits needed!

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Tanner C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Raquel is absolutely fantastic! She loved on my babies as I do and took such great care of them! Amazing pictures after every visit!

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

Destiny is wonderful! She took great care of my kitty when I am out of town and made a good friend with him. I got updates and pictures every day, making me feel at ease. I am so glad I found such a nice cat lover in my community. Will definitely need her help regularly.

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Linda S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicky takes such great care of our cats. She feeds them, loves them and plays with them. I can always leave town knowing Nicky will take care great of our cats. She’s the best! 5 stars!!!

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Cynthia H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jamie was absolutely amazing! She is so kind and thoughtful. She is also very, very communicative which all we pet owners appreciate! She kept me updated on my fur baby and sent me photos. She also left him a little gift. Jamie is truly wonderful!

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Alaryana L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda was perfect and took the cutest pictures of our girl! I loved reading her report cards after eat visit!

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Raquel G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Good communication! Would definitely reach out to Sydney again for our pup. She did great with our older blind dog.

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Mackenzie B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ana Clara is a competent cat sitter. She was very careful to check in with me by text and ask any questions she had. She also came twice to get oriented to Snowy's care before her scheduled session, since I had delayed it by two months. Additionally, she tended to Snowy very well, keeping him off the deck when rainy, letting him back on when nicer, and kept good notes and photos. Everything was in order when I returned.

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Kathryn C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Savannah is WONDERFUL! She has frequent communication and takes great care of the pets! Truly such a relief having her watch the dog and know that our girl will be so loved!

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Natalie S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Loved having Haley watch Scruffy as always! He is very bad at holding still for photos but I loved getting a bunch of them every evening :)

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

Erin was absolutely amazing! She did a great job with communication and sent me great photo updates! I’m super impressed and will be using her again!

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Lily H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thanks so much for checking on my little guy on short notice and getting his litter cleaned! Next time I can try to arrange to have you meet in advance and perhaps he will recognize you more easily as one of his many beloved food bringers. ;)

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May C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Madeline did a great job doing drop in visits for my 3 cats. She sent photos and updated after every visit and my timid cat seemed cat seemed to warm up to her even.

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Jordan H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Amelia did such a great job! 10/10 would recommend her for all your pet sitting needs. I booked her with not much notice for an entire week, and she was extremely accommodating! My girls loved her and were clearly well looked after, her photos and updates were great, and she left my place spotless. I will absolutely be asking her to come back again! :)

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Alex J.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Laura dogsat for us with very short notice and took great care of our dog, Max, while we were gone. She kept us updated with pictures and a description of their interactions. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again!

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

We LOVE Brooke! She always gives my boys extra love and attention while we are away which eases some of my separation anxiety. She also took excellent care of our plants and helped clean our place. Will be requesting her help in the future!

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Carlie S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

It's clear that Kaitlyn cares for our pets just as much as we do! They absolutely adore her. Thank you Kaitlyn!

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Nick K.
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The average cost of Pet Sitting in Oakdale is $16 per visit as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $11 and $21 per visit. On Rover, 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 November 2026, there are 559 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Oakdale. 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page.

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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Oakdale. On Rover:

  • 85% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 91% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% 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 Meet & Greet.

sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, 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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