Dog Sitting in Portland
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Top rated Portland dog sitters
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“Camille and Shayla were amazing with my cat, and are very lovely people. My cat is very shy towards new people, and they respected his boundaries. He came out of his shell after a few days of them stopping by. I appreciated their detailed reports.”
About: LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent friendly! My home: 1 bedroom apartment, ground floor. Live with my partner. Do not hesitate to ask for lower rates! I like to be as respectful and loving to animals as much as I can. I prefer to let them come to me, and show that I am not a threat. All I want is for animals to feel comfortable. I work a part-time job, so any time between that would be great to fill with cute animals. I don't have any of my own right now... Make sure they have a safe and comfortable environment. Make sure I check on them and give them love. With respect, I make sure the animal senses that I am there for them. Positive reinforcement, no yelling.
“Carmen was a great petsitter for my cat while I was gone for the weekend! She sent lots of pictures and was really easy to communicate with and quick to respond to texts. I would definitely book with her again!”
“Just starting using Rover and Colby, my first time. Impressed by the prompt communication, updates, pictures if my dogs. Also, punctual. Thank you!”
“Peter was absolutely amazing! They were so flexible and very communicative. All of my needs were met and also exceeded. I can’t recommend Peter enough, they showed so much care to my kitty and also with the work they put into everything. I am so appreciative and hopefully will be booking in the future.”
“Kate was so easy to communicate with and took great care of my kitty! Loved getting photos while i was away! She was professional, organized and friendly and I came home to a happy kitty! Highly recommend!”
“Maricruz was amazing! She was super flexible with me changing times and great with Kona. My dog tends to bark and can be a little timid around new people but she handled her so well! Thank you :)”
“Karly was absolutely wonderful!! My love and I were a bit nervous leaving our cat with someone new for the first time but Karly made sure that our girl was loved and cared for during our long week trip. We highly recommended Karly for all pet care needs. We are so relieved to have found a great neighbor that will help take care of our girl while we are away. Plus, she has a new best friend! Thank you for being the best, Karly!!”
About: While I don’t currently have any pets of my own, I have experience dog sitting for family and friends pets. I work from home and am able to take your furry friend out and about for potty breaks throughout the work day. After work I love taking long walks through the city and I can’t wait to have company if your pet is up for it! Dogs have been a part of my life since I was little and I have always consider them family. Pets are encouraged to snuggle up next to me on the couch while I’m working and in bed for the night. I can’t wait to meet you and your furry companion! I am a work from home gal who is able to take your pet out for frequent potty breaks. I am available for care 7 days a week. I live in an apartment but indoor play and long walks are a specialty of mine. Dogs can expect unlimited cuddles and walks to burn energy.
About: My name is Sarah and I'm a dog lover. I work full time as a nurse and on my days off I like to be active and go on walks or hikes. I'm excited for the weather to get warmer and for the flowers to start blooming. I love to throw the frisbee or playing tug-of-war. I am also happy to sit on the floor and watch TV or study while my new furry friend takes a nap. I have experience with overnight housesits and also cats if you ever need additional feline care. I currently have two cats of my own. I love to explore new neighborhoods and local parks on foot with a new furry companion. Message me with any questions that you may have!
“Jourdan was able to help with a last minute drop in that allowed me to take care of some time sensitive family matters. Her communication, knowledge, and care went above and beyond. I was able to do what I needed to do, while also knowing my diabetic cat was in the best hands possible. Thank you again, Jordan!”
“The moment I read Lori's bio, I knew she was the gal for me. I was a lil nervous thinking about leaving my lil Jelly with someone else to do her current meds routine but that fear immediately dissipated right when I met Lori. Not only is she caring, loving towards my girl, and communicative, she is also a pro at taking the best pix of my cat. Truly the highlight of my day were her reports and I will DEFINITELY be recommending her to everyone I know.”
“She came over and met my cats before my trip which was so important to me! I felt very comfortable leaving them knowing she would be taking care of them. She answered all of my messages in a timely manner and I didn’t have to remind her to do anything. I’ve already booked her for another time! Would recommend :)”
“Susan was great with my very anxious kitty, seemed like they immediately had a good rapport, was great that she was able to get him to play during their visits as he’s typically a suspicious guy. Thanks!”
“Erin provided wonderful care for my cats! She has great communication & my babies are lucky to have such a caring sitter. She has a calming and reassuring presence and will win over the shyest of cats. Thank you!”
“Olivia was amazing at accommodating my last minute changes to my schedule requests. Winston really enjoyed having them home with him while I was away and I will be booking again!”
“Milo did a great job communicating ahead of the drop in visits and during the drop in visits by providing plenty of notes and pictures. I will happily use Milo again for future cat sitting jobs!”
About: All my life I have been around pets. I’m currently a proud parent of 2 cats. Even the shyest of animals warm up to me very quickly. I am experienced with sitting all types of dogs from German Shepherds to Pomeranians. I have even more experience with cats. I don’t have any human children, as a result all of my discipline and care is reserved for my furry friends. Over the years I have learned how to bring out the best in your pet. I can typically shut down any unwanted behavior. I also love to play with pets because it’s important to keep them active. The only service I can’t provide is sitting at my home due to the cats. I look forward to meeting you and your pet!
Portland dog parents share their Rover experiences
Pretzel is usually a little wary of new people coming into our home, but with Catherine, things seemed to click instantly, which says a lot! We really appreciated the pictures and communication throughout. We couldn’t be happier and look forward to booking with Catherine again!
Emma is so patient and calm. I appreciate her clear communication and patience with me and my pup so much. We are new to the area so I'm looking for support on busier days. We've been doing weekly check ins to let Billie (my pup) know that Emma is part of her circle and Billie's already fallen asleep in her presence- a huge win for my anxious senior pup!
Maya was INCREDIBLE! I booked based off of reviews and I wasn’t disappointed. I was worried because Cooper being an Australian Cattle Dog and notoriously high energy that maybe she’d be too much but to my surprise she had some shepherds of her own. What a perfect match! Communication, feedback, and overall care for Cooper was absolutely perfect. Meeting Maya too was pleasant. 10/10 would book again if she’d have us! This is your local trusted walker!
Caroline has been an amazing sitter for my 14 wk old puppy. I work 12 hours shifts and Caroline has been willing to check on my pup multiple times in one day, which has offered so much consistency for our routine! Caroline loves my pup like she’s her own and helps reenforce new commands we are working on but is also so patient with all the chaos a young puppy brings! Amazing sitter and kind human! Would recommend Caroline to anyone with pet sitter needs!
Sidra took care of my 14 wk old puppy multiple times in one day which made me feel so reassured during my long shift. Sidra went above and beyond and made time to come and meet my young pup a few weeks ago so I could familiarize her with our routine. Grateful to have a rover sitter I can trust as a first time puppy mom!
Renata was fantastic. She accepted a last minute same day booking from us and was very accommodating when we had to change the timing several times due to changing plans. She kept our little dogs calm and comfortable while we were out of the hotel, and made sure to stay until we came back in the evening so they wouldn’t be by themselves. Highly recommend, and I’ll definitely rebook with her next time we’re in town!
Max was amazing with our sometimes difficult pup Lexi. Lexi can be a bit growly at first and takes a second to warm up. Max had no trouble with this and was soon sending me videos of them playing. I appreciated the robust communication (I was asked which communication style I preferred). Every instruction was followed and our house with treated with respect. We'll be using Max for all our sitting needs from now on.
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Dog Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog sitters about your booking. Typically, dog sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from dog sitter to dog sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing dog sitters available in Portland.
Rover makes it easy to find Portland dog sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star dog sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog sitting is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Dog parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their dog sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog 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 dog sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog sitter’s cancellation policy.
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