Pet Sitting Portland
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Over 1,427 pet parents in Portland have booked pet sitting
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“Sara was so good and an obvious natural animal lover when she met Harvey! She gave us detailed updates & brought us a lot of peace & mind while we were away. She truly goes above and beyond!”
“Hannah was great! She did an awesome job with our 3 month old puppy and was happy to accommodate his twice a day schedule. She was prompt and attentive, would use her again.”
“Destiny did a great job taking care of our three animals, including one cat who had just been spayed and needed some special care. She is very proactive and thorough and clearly loves animals. I would definitely choose her again.”
“Julia was great and I will be another booking with her again. Very communicative and time great care of my two cats (one of whom is kind of a jerk 😑) Thank you Julia!”
“Our kitty doesn’t usually love strangers but he was very friendly with Paige! Highly recommend Paige, followed through on everything we discussed, took wonderful care of our cat and shared great reports & pictures. Thanks Paige!!! ♥️”
“Madeleine took excellent care of our two cats while we were away for a few days! They can be very messy eaters, and we were impressed at how clean our space was when we returned.”
“Lindsay was super responsive, sent lots of pics and made me feel very at ease during my first time using the Rover app with my cats. I didn’t have to worry about my ladies from the other side of the country. Thanks, Lindsay!”
“Barbara is just the sweetest, & our cat loves her. Her great communication all through her visits makes it so much more bareable to be away from our furry baby.”
“Jesika went above and beyond to help me out. On short notice, she took on this shift on Thanksgiving, which is a busy day. She arrived on time, handled all my requests efficiently, and managed to complete the task without ever being at my home. She even left everything in the same condition and sent me photos and videos as a thank you. I highly recommend her services.”
About: I have grown up with animals and took on an active responsibility for them by age 10. I have experience with dogs, cats, birds and horses even the occasional snake and love them all equally. My dog experience if everything from a Chihuahua to a Great Pyrenees (though if you were to ask me my German Shepard’s always held a special place in me heart). Currently I have a rescue from the shelter and spend a lot of my time with her for training and building her confidence. I currently work and attend graduate school. I am available all day on weekends and after 5pm all week days except for Wednesdays as I will be attending classes. I always strive to meet the needs of the area I have experience with many diets and also enjoy taking my pups and any other pup in my care for long walks or for a good romp in the dog park to burn all their energy.
“Katey provided great care for our cat while we were away for the holidays. She cuddled and played with him to his heart’s content. She was on time every day and sent many pictures and updates to ease our minds. Definitely recommend!”
“She was very helpful. She gave my cat his medicine while I was out of time and kept him company. I really like the communication and photos she sent of my boy.”
“Sera was amazing!! She watched my cat for three weeks while I was on vacation, she was very thoughtful and attentive and my cat loved her! She always sent lots of cute pictures and updates for each visit, which I really appreciated. My cat has asthma and needs an inhaler and Sera was very open to and did a great job learning how to give the inhaler! She left my apartment very neat and I came back to a happy cat, would absolutely recommend Sera as a cat sitter!!”
“In record time, Marna won over our socially hesitant older dog, and took excellent care of him. From meeting one, he seemed to sense her calming presence and responded to her positively. Usually, he'll bark and hide from someone new. It was great to see! Thank you, Marna!”
About: I have always loved both dogs and cats since I was a kid! I have been around dogs since I was little and I live with a cat now! I would adore taking your furry friend for a walk or checking up on your cat when you are away. I am currently trying to fit dog walking into my schedule in the mornings before my job starts (STARTING IN MAY). I can also check up on your furry friend in the evening. I am also building my online business so days I am not at my other job are more flexible! I am very good at directions and pay attention to details. I will follow the directions left by the owners when doing a check in! I listen to the pet, and if they are not so sure of me, I let them come to me (especially with cats!) And of course there will be lots of pets!
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Portland is $25
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Portland
I can't say enough great things about Paige! It's never easy leaving your pets however, Paige made us feel at ease from the moment we met her. During her visits she always checked in and sent photos. We had a few little mishaps while we were traveling (water was accidentally shut off and a missed connecting flight) and Paige immediately offered assistance. She also had ideas on how to help calm our incredibly anxious dog. She was truly incredible and we will definitely use her again!
Barbara is the best cat sitter I’ve ever had! so flexible, great at communication, she even waters my plants and brings my packages in. I never worry about leaving my cats for a few days if Barbara is around, she loves them and they love her! even my moody boy cat who doesn’t like strangers :)
Annie is my go-to person for when I go away. I feel happy knowing Juni will be taken excellent care of. Annie even asked me if Juni needed her supplement, which I had forgotten to leave on the to-do list, but Annie remembered from her last visit. Juni is on different medications, and that kind of attention to detail means a lot to me.
Amigo is always really happy to have us come home from our trips. But we notice he is now not so concerned when he sees the suitcases come out, because he now knows that means he will be seeing Jackiellen soon!S he makes it easy for us to leave him at home as we know he will always be exceptionally well-cared for!!!
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- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
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FAQs for Pet Sitting - Portland
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Sitting in Portland on Rover is $25.53 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 1,004 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Portland. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.
Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Portland stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.
Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.
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 Portland. On Rover:
- 100% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 100% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 99% 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 short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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