Pet Sitting in Portland
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Top rated Portland pet sitters
“Sherry is wonderful. She has a lot of patience and gave our two cats the time and space they needed to adjust to her taking care of them while we were at our wedding. We did not worry at all about them while we were away.”
“Kylie was professional, friendly and did everything to make sure my 90lb pitbull was taken care of. She looked after him for a few days and stayed in touch with me the whole time. If you need someone who is a lover of all animals and professional: book Kylie.”
“Sarah has been a wonderful and dedicated sitter for for our cat. She was professional, transparent, and attentive. I highly recommend her and hope to hire her again to watch our cat next time I’m on vacation.”
“Laura is just the right person we were looking for to provide care for our new puppy during the work week afternoons. She is incredibly easy to get in touch with, always provides updates, is adaptable to schedule and requests, and has a genuine love for pets that are not even her own! Any worries we had with leaving Hugo for bits of the day have been relieved now that we have a reliable person there for him when we can't be. Can't thank you enough, Laura!”
“Rachel was amazing. Great communication, punctual, daily pictures and she took care of our babies like her own. I will certainly be using and recommending Rachel again.”
“Jade was wonderful as always! He communicated regularly with details of his adventures with our dogs and spent extra time with them to make sure they were happy during our trip. He is accommodating and so generous with his time and attention. We highly recommend Jade!!”
“Madison was able to watch my senior fur baby last minute. She was so warm and caring. Her check ins were very detailed and she goes above and beyond to ensure your pet is well taken care of while you are away. I highly recommend her for any pet sitting needs and I will definitely rebook if she is available.”
“Aly has watched my cat Tux a couple of times while I've been out of town. He tends to get stressed out when I'm away, especially if he thinks he's not getting enough regular attention (which means, enough attention from someone he has decided that he likes). He's been in very good spirits every time I came back after Aly watches him, though -- high praise from a picky cat!”
“Giselle is a wonderful dog sitter. She is friendly, flexible and committed. Our puppy loves her. We are so fortunate to have connected with Giselle and would recommend her for any needs!”
“Our cats are usually afraid, but were so comfortable they came right out during the visits for some pets! We also got lots of pictures which we really appreciated.”
“Josh has been amazing with our pups! We had an emergency and needed someone asap. Josh responded and accepted our request within minutes, for a next morning request. He took the time to learn each dog’s needs and is always very communicative during the visits. Our dogs are HUGEEEE, so it’s not easy to just trust anyone with them. I’d definitely recommend Josh to anyone and everyone. He’s our go to sitter!”
About: I have had dogs in my home since I was in fifth grade! My family and I currently own a dachshund:miniature pincher mix who is missing her back paw! My sister and parents also own large-breed dogs I also care for when they are out of town! I work remotely full-time and have the flexibility to work from any location! My schedule can fit yours and I am happy to accommodate your needs. I firmly believe that my dog and your dogs are a member of the family and should be treated with the same love and care as anyone in the home.
About: As a team we have a vast amount of knowledge and experience caring for animals between us. We are able to be very flexible since we work as a team. I(Sarah) have been working at a pet boarding facility for about four years. In the past year I got a job working as a groomer trainee, where I am learning to become a groomer. In addition to my professional development, I have fostered dogs and pet sat for family and friends. I currently own two cats and a 13 year old dog, in the past I have owned rats and a bunny. With this experience I have expanded my senior dog knowledge, young animal experience, and small mammal care. I am comfortable with all breeds, sizes, ages, and any animals that may require extra care. I(Emily) am committed to providing the best care for every animal under my care. I have had experience pet sitting for friends and family since I was 12 years old. I have had animals for most of my life, with experience owning rats, Guinea pigs, bunnies, fish, lizards, and frogs. Currently I have two young cats and a senior dog. I am comfortable with pets that may require some extra TLC as well as all breeds, ages, and sizes. I am devoted to ensuring your pet is safe and happy. New Service offered!!! “Wild Wednesdays” - let your dog unleash their wild side, we are now offering an hour long adventure filled outing where we will pick up your pup and bring them on a hike, picnic, beach trip or adventure of your choosing. To end the magical experience we will offer a delicious pup cup and endless belly scratches. Interested? Just book us for a walk and we will modify the booking, only $40 for the hour long experience. Since we are a team our schedule is very flexible. We can work most week days and weekends and we would be happy to discuss further about specific times and dates. We are happy to accommodate any and all of your pet needs. We know that every pet is a unique individual that has their own special requirements. We treat all pets under our care as if they are our own. We would be happy to use specific leashes, bowls, food, etc. Please let us know what we can do to make your pet have the most positive experience.
About: I'm a licensed veterinary technician who loves animals and can't wait to meet you and your pet! A life-long animal lover, I grew up as the caretaker to my family's cats, dogs, birds, chickens and much more! I have had cats and dogs and occasionally fish, birds, and more! I have always love animals so much that I decided to make their health and happiness a priority with a career as a licensed veterinary technician. In this capacity I have volunteered with numerous animal shelters and rescues to care for everything from wildlife, farm animals, reptiles, birds, fish, and of course all breeds of domestic cats and dogs. I am comfortable with and have experience with dogs ranging from teacup size to giant! I am also an ethical vegan to save the lives of even more animals. I live with a beautiful black cat, who I found wandering the neighborhood one year ago, and an adopted tarantula who needed a safe home. Your pet will be well taken care of while you are away! I have full availability on weekends and after 6 most days during the week. I am available for overnights and drops-ins. I am looking forward to meeting you and your pet of any species! All pet care will be performed in the client's home with the exception of small, caged animals like pocket pets or other small, enclosed pets.
About: I've had dogs my whole life. They're such a big part of me and I absolutely love meeting them. I'll follow any specifacation you may have for your dog. I love taking walks and playing with them. I will also feed additional pets that you may have or clean yards if needed. I am currently in college in the afternoon for an few hours on monday through thursday. I can stay at the owner's house if needed. However, I can also do visits to feed and let out if that is more comfortable for the owner. I often like to go on walk with dogs I am taking care of, they are always on the leash on these walks. I also enjoy going out in the yard to play with them. I am not opposed to crates.
“Brittney is the best. She takes great care of my animals and gives them lots of love and attention. I get so many great pictures of them when I am gone and they are always very calm and happy when I get back. I never worry about them knowing that she is checking in on them.”
About: Ever since college, I’ve enjoyed pet sitting small lap dog size to giant Great Danes. I first started to find a running buddy and then it turned into a fun job for me. It even helped me buy my wife her engagement ring! I own an aussiedoodle who is always active and have learned quite a bit through dog ownership. I’ve helped several folks nearby and in various cities and can provide references. I work as an at home teacher so my schedule is very flexible. I’m able to provide drop ins, dog walking, and house sit so your pets can feel safe in their space. I’m very good at following directions and leaving spaces the same if not better than I find them. I plan to communicate as often as requested and am willing to help with clean up.
“I am so happy I had Makenzie watching my kitten while I traveled for the holidays. She was on time, communicated perfectly (photos, videos, and real-time updates), and did everything I requested and more (feed, play time, clean, took out trash)! It brought me a lot of peace knowing my cat was being cared for so well all week and I am happy to have someone I can trust to visit my home. Looking forward to booking Makenzie for trips in the future! Makenzie—thank you so so much!!!!!”
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Sherry B.Star Sitter
“Sherry is wonderful. She has a lot of patience and gave our two cats the time and space they needed to adjust to her taking care of them while we were at our wedding. We did not worry at all about them while we were away.”
Kylie S.Star Sitter
“Kylie was professional, friendly and did everything to make sure my 90lb pitbull was taken care of. She looked after him for a few days and stayed in touch with me the whole time. If you need someone who is a lover of all animals and professional: book Kylie.”
Sarah L.Star Sitter
“Sarah has been a wonderful and dedicated sitter for for our cat. She was professional, transparent, and attentive. I highly recommend her and hope to hire her again to watch our cat next time I’m on vacation.”
Laura K.
“Laura is just the right person we were looking for to provide care for our new puppy during the work week afternoons. She is incredibly easy to get in touch with, always provides updates, is adaptable to schedule and requests, and has a genuine love for pets that are not even her own! Any worries we had with leaving Hugo for bits of the day have been relieved now that we have a reliable person there for him when we can't be. Can't thank you enough, Laura!”
Rachel T.Star Sitter
“Rachel was amazing. Great communication, punctual, daily pictures and she took care of our babies like her own. I will certainly be using and recommending Rachel again.”
Jade W.
“Jade was wonderful as always! He communicated regularly with details of his adventures with our dogs and spent extra time with them to make sure they were happy during our trip. He is accommodating and so generous with his time and attention. We highly recommend Jade!!”
Madison A.
“Madison was able to watch my senior fur baby last minute. She was so warm and caring. Her check ins were very detailed and she goes above and beyond to ensure your pet is well taken care of while you are away. I highly recommend her for any pet sitting needs and I will definitely rebook if she is available.”
Aly P.Star Sitter
“Aly has watched my cat Tux a couple of times while I've been out of town. He tends to get stressed out when I'm away, especially if he thinks he's not getting enough regular attention (which means, enough attention from someone he has decided that he likes). He's been in very good spirits every time I came back after Aly watches him, though -- high praise from a picky cat!”
Jacqueline Y.
“Jackie was so helpful with our cat. She is reliable and went above and beyond to ensure that our pet was safe while we were away. Highly recommend!”
GISELLE V.
“Giselle is a wonderful dog sitter. She is friendly, flexible and committed. Our puppy loves her. We are so fortunate to have connected with Giselle and would recommend her for any needs!”
Jennifer & Michele S.Star Sitter
“Our cats are usually afraid, but were so comfortable they came right out during the visits for some pets! We also got lots of pictures which we really appreciated.”
Josh A.
“Josh has been amazing with our pups! We had an emergency and needed someone asap. Josh responded and accepted our request within minutes, for a next morning request. He took the time to learn each dog’s needs and is always very communicative during the visits. Our dogs are HUGEEEE, so it’s not easy to just trust anyone with them. I’d definitely recommend Josh to anyone and everyone. He’s our go to sitter!”
Ebony C.
“Ebony was extremely helpful taking care of my two dogs while I was at work. Unfortunately, something occurred where I had to ask her to come last minute. Even though it was very last minute she was still willing to watch them on such short notice. She kept me updated constantly and sent me pictures which made my day at work much better! Would certainly ask her to watch them again!”
Emily & Sarah W.
“Sarah and Emily are the most competent and caring pet caregivers I have experienced! They have cared for my 2 cats, Buddy and Peanut, on 4 separate occasions. We leave instructions and food out for them to make things easy and understandable, and each time, our cats are well cared for. We have a unique feeding situation as both cats have different anxiety and food needs, and they have been more than accommodating to this. I have been able to contact them for updates on our cats, as they are both rescues who are extremely anxious around strangers. I am met with understanding and compassion. They both ensure that Buddy and Peanut eat their food, are safe (as they are indoor only cats), and able to experience minimal anxiety. On multiple occasions, they have stayed for over an hour to wait for my cats to eat, as Peanut in particular is very anxious about eating. Overall, I trust no one else to care for my cats the way that Sarah and Emily have in the last couple of years!!”
Heather H.
“Heather’s just terrific. We’ve known her for years, entrusted our elderly little buddy to her care for 2 weeks when we were away on the other side of the planet, and came home to a happy, healthy, well-fed dog.”
Adam J.
About: I've had dogs my whole life. They're such a big part of me and I absolutely love meeting them. I'll follow any specifacation you may have for your dog. I love taking walks and playing with them. I will also feed additional pets that you may have or clean yards if needed. I am currently in college in the afternoon for an few hours on monday through thursday. I can stay at the owner's house if needed. However, I can also do visits to feed and let out if that is more comfortable for the owner. I often like to go on walk with dogs I am taking care of, they are always on the leash on these walks. I also enjoy going out in the yard to play with them. I am not opposed to crates.
Brittney C.Star Sitter
“Brittney is the best. She takes great care of my animals and gives them lots of love and attention. I get so many great pictures of them when I am gone and they are always very calm and happy when I get back. I never worry about them knowing that she is checking in on them.”
Sabrina G.
“Sabrina was on time, great communication, and the cats enjoyed her company as well. We enjoyed seeing the pictures she sent while we were away. Would certainly use her services again.”
Jeff P.
“Jeff was a terrific sitter. Always showed up on time, and he did a great job tiring out our pups. I’d happily book with him again.”
Makenzie S.
“I am so happy I had Makenzie watching my kitten while I traveled for the holidays. She was on time, communicated perfectly (photos, videos, and real-time updates), and did everything I requested and more (feed, play time, clean, took out trash)! It brought me a lot of peace knowing my cat was being cared for so well all week and I am happy to have someone I can trust to visit my home. Looking forward to booking Makenzie for trips in the future! Makenzie—thank you so so much!!!!!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Portland on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $22 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 Aug 2025, there are 421 pet sitters in Portland. 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, 91% of Portland pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Portland have an average of 14 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 Portland.
Rover makes it easy to find Portland 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 421 pet sitters in Portland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Portland, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.
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