Pet sitting near you

Pet sitting near you

Discover personalized pet care with 30 or 60 minute drop-in visits from a loving pet sitter near you.

What is expected of a pet sitter?

For drop-in visits, you can choose a 30- or 60-minute stay and ask your sitter to give your pet potty breaks, a clean litter box, food or water refills, and one-on-one attention. Some sitters may have specific experience, such as senior pet care or medication administration, on their profile under "Skills" or "Pet care experience".

If your pet needs more personalized care, you can ask sitters about their pet care style, skills, and qualifications, and go over your care instructions with them before booking.

To set clear expectations, we recommend writing your cat or dog's care instructions in the Rover app.

Where can I find a pet sitter near me?

Finding a local pet sitter through Rover is straightforward! Enter your zip code into the address box, and sitters near you will appear on map and in a list view. You can also zoom in or move around the map to explore different areas. Hit refresh to re-populate search results and find new or closer sitters for you to consider. If you've created a Rover account and added your address, your location will appear on the map as a small green icon. For more details, visit our Help Center.

Can I find a pet sitter for while I'm at work?

To see which sitters are available during your work hours, select the number of visits per day, the days of the week, and the time slots for when you'd like a sitter to visit. Your search results will show sitters who can meet your schedule. Once you find a sitter you like, reach out to discuss service details, such as pet care experience or instructions. Before booking, schedule a Meet & Greet to go over care instructions and home entry.

Tip: Doggy day care is another option for pet supervision while you're at work. Visit our doggy day care page for more information.

Are there pet sitters near me who stay overnight?

Many sitters on Rover can stay overnight in your home. Pet sitters who are willing to stay overnight will offer house sitting as a service. Pet sitters who only offer drop-ins and dog walking don't typically provide overnight care. If there is a specific sitter you want to book with, ask through the app if they make exceptions.

Tip: If overnight stays are a criteria for future bookings, look for sitters who also offer house sitting under the "Services" or "Service & Calendar" sections on a sitter's profile.

What pet sitting services include medication administration?

Many pet sitters on Rover include medication administration with their services. If included, you will find oral medication and/or injectable medication listed on a sitter's profile under the "Skills" section.

Where can I find pet sitters with flexible scheduling or holiday availability?

When searching for a pet sitter, select your dates for the most accurate availability. If you are not sure of the exact dates, search within a one- or two-day window for flexibility. You can also check when sitters last updated their calendar for confirmation. For holiday availability, Rover shows pet sitters whose calendars are open during that time. Sitters who confirmed to Rover that they're available for specific holidays will also have a tag that says "Confirmed availability for [Holiday]". Provide more details about your dates when contacting a sitter about flexible scheduling or holiday availability.

Tip: Sitters who specialize in drop-in visits and dog walks may have more flexibility for last-minute visits than sitters who focus only on house sitting or boarding. On average, house sitting and boarding services are booked about 20 days in advance.

Where can I find a background-checked pet sitter?

In North America, all sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before they are listed on Rover. You can find the type of background check the sitters has passed by looking at their profile:

• A blue badge means the sitter has passed a verified background check.
• A gold badge means the sitter has passed an enhanced background check.

For extra peace of mind, you can also read verified reviews from other pet parents and check each sitter's repeat client stats. For more details, see Rover's Trust & Safety page.

What should I ask when hiring a pet sitter?

The questions you decide to ask your pet sitter may focus on the type of care experience and pet knowledge they have. Questions about how they handle daily care routines and how they manage unique pet behaviors will help you determine if they are a good fit for your pet. If you are considering a sitter for long-term care or as your go-to pet sitter, you may also want to ask about their emergency plans and preferred communication style.

Tip: Not sure where to start? We have a sample list of questions for Meet & Greets, house sitting, and dog boarding to help guide your conversations.

How do I book a trusted local pet sitter?

After entering your location, booking details, and search filters, Rover will surface local pet sitters and walkers in your city and neighborhood. Look for trust markers on sitter profiles, such as background checks, repeat clients, verified reviews, or Star Sitter status. You can also get details about their experience and care style on the profile. When you have found a sitter, contact them through Rover and schedule a Meet & Greet. Meeting in person is a chance to see how they'll interact with your pet and how they understand your care instructions. After a successful Meet & Greet, you or your sitter can confirm the booking through Rover by clicking "Book It Now".