Pet Sitting in Portsmouth

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Sitter Profile Image: Grace B.
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Grace B.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
24 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Portsmouth, VA, 23707

I had a wonderful experience with Grace! She took excellent care of my dogs while I was away. Communication was great—regular updates, photos, and check-ins giving me total peace of mind. My dogs were happy, well-fed, and clearly well-loved the entire time. Highly recommend and would definitely book again!

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Jordan H.
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$10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
190 reviews
55 repeat clients
31 years of experience
Portsmouth, VA, 23704

I can't say enough about how amazing Jordan is. Had a emergency with one of my pups and she handled it like she was one of her own. You can rest knowing your pets are in great hands

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Zara M.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
23 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Portsmouth, VA, 23707

Zara was so sweet and took great care of my pack! This was my first time using rover and it was a lovely experience. I will definitely reach out to Zara again when we need someone to check on our pups!

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Teresa S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
172 reviews
69 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Portsmouth, VA, 23704

Basically, Teresa is the Cat Whisperer. My cat Bonnie is scared of all visitors but was drawn to Teresa during her drop-ins, which were consistent and on-time. Teresa sent plenty of updates, pictures, and videos during her visits. Bonnie was clearly in very good hands while I was away!

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Kylie P.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Norfolk, VA, 23510

We hired Kylie to take care of our babies for 10 days and I couldn’t be more pleased. I was very nervous as this was the first time leaving them in the hands of someone else for so long. She gave constant updates and took care of my babies just as she said she would. She was in constant communication and everything went smooth. She has no problem giving me pictures and updates. I will happily use her again in the future. If you’re looking for a reliable, knowledgeable, friendly sitter — Kylie is the one. Can’t thank her enough!

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Victoria M.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Norfolk, VA, 23517

Great communication & very attentive to all 3 of our dogs! I will definitely be rebooking in the future!

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Theresa L.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
303 reviews
110 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Norfolk, VA, 23509

Theresa has been so helpful in watching our little guy. She is very reliable and does a great job making sure his space is clean and that he is happy.

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Felicia H.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
South Norfolk, Chesapeake, VA, 23324

About: I have been taking car of all kinds of dogs for years. I've watched dogs from Labrador puppies to senior German Shepards. I've owned dogs my whole life and I've always had a special bond with them. Dogs usually gravitate towards me because I am a very fun and light hearted person. My friends often refer to me as a Disney princess because of how I am with animals. I belive all animals need love and respect and I always do my best to make them feel safe and loved. I am a nanny for a mother of three during the day but I am usually only needed two or three days a week so my weekends are completely free. Even days when I watch my kids I am off by 3pm and can spend evenings with the pets. I have several dogs of my own so my house is fully equipped with w fenced in yard and my house is pet safe. In regards to a clients home I would of course check what the client has in place but as a pet owner I am also aware pets can be sneaky and love to get into mischief. I am always checking on clients pets making sure they are safe and not getting into things they shouldn't. I am also certified in pet cpr and massage therapy incase a pet does get into distress or if they need some other help with pain. Over all my priority is always the health and safety of my client beloved pets.

Sitter Profile Image: Madison K.
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Madison K.
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$20
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4.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Norfolk, VA, 23510

About: I have had a dog all my life both big and small. I also cat sit and I’m willing to take care of all animals. Helping with your pets helps me be happy:) I am a PA student and I have classes from 10-3 most days. I am available to check in before or after class at anytime. I also am available weekends as well. I currently don’t have any pets in my home. I live in an apartment and I’m willing to go sit at your place or check in on the animals when needed.

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Charell P.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
50 years of experience
Norfolk, VA, 23510

I’m incredibly grateful to have found Charell to check in on my Bella. She was punctual and dependable. She provided continuous updates and I was comfortable knowing Bella was in good hands.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ayla P.
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Ayla P.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Norfolk, VA, 23507

About: I always send pictures to update the owners, and let them know what we did that day or how the animal was that way they know everything is going smoothly. Just got home for the summer from college. I’m working part time tuesday-thursday 4pm-10pm but other than that i’m super flexible. I care for people’s pets as if they were my own, growing up with animals has made me love each and every animal I see out in public, I’m one of those people who will ALWAYS ask to pet your dog.

Sitter Profile Image: Jailyn M.
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Jailyn M.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
3 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Norfolk, VA, 23508

Jailyn is so sweet with my little guy. He adjusted to her right away (which is rare for Kenzo). I love that she’s so great to him and he enjoys his walks.

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Kenya M.
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Emma L.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Portsmouth, VA, 23707

Emma is amazing, she made being away from my girl stress free!! As much as I hate leaving my pup alone I’m looking forward to having Emma take care of her again!

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Myrna D.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
9 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Norfolk, VA, 23510

Myrna has been so reliable and communicative watching my buddies! She is very detailed in her reports back and is very conscientious when watching your pets. I will be recommending Myrna to friends and will certainly ask for her help in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Beth C.
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Beth C.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
90 reviews
25 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Indian River, Chesapeake, VA, 23325

Beth helped me out when my sitter fell through and I was already out of town. She was able to jump in with barely any notice AND I cannot express how thankful I was for her flexibility to help me out on a holiday. My two dogs looked so happy in all of the picture updates she sent. I would definitely book again :)

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Heather R.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
South Norfolk, Chesapeake, VA, 23324

About: I worked in a shelter for 2 years caring for dogs. I also have worked in boarding and daycare facilities. I am home full time with my 1 year old. I am capable of caring, feeding, even giving medications if needed. I can run or walk with them. Love to go on pack walks. I will treat your dog or cat like I would treat my own pets. I've been working and caring for animals since I was 15. Family calls me the pet whisperer. I'm here to ease your mind and make sure your pup or cat is happy, healthy, and safe. I am very experienced and patient with shy and timid dogs/cats. So do not hesitate to let me know how I can serve you and your pets. I am currently a stay at home mom who works from home. My weekends are open and during the week I can do home visits. Everything will look and be exactly like you left. Check ins when requested. Send picture updates and monitor if they are eating and drinking water like they should.

Sitter Profile Image: Kelsey K.
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Kelsey K.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
4 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Norfolk, VA, 23509

Kelsey is AWESOME. I received detailed updates on my dog and cat every visit, including pictures and videos. My pets also loved Kelsey to pieces, I know for a fact they would be more than happy to be in her care again!

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Miranda T.
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$22
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4.9 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
4 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Portsmouth, VA, 23704

Miranda was amazing! She treated Bee as her own and was very attentive to schedules and making sure our puppy was happy!

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Mia O.
Sitter Profile Image: Kess S.
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Kess S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Indian River, Chesapeake, VA, 23325

Kess was amazing!! She took wonderful pictures and is very friendly! I am fully confident that she treated my dogs with the utmost care and love. I will be rebooking and would recommend her to anyone!

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Erin J.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Portsmouth, VA, 23707

About: Hi! Im Erin and I LOVE animals! They are our "furry babies" and we have a duty to make sure they are well taken care of like any other family member! I've been caring for pets since I was a child and have welcomed several breeds and varieties in my home over the years from cats, dogs, birds, bunnies, snakes, turtles, even horses and pigs! I have a cat and a bunny who are friendly and love meeting new pets! My cat Oliver is a loving and cool "big bro" and my bunny Lucy will keep everyone happy and energetic! I know its hard to leave those precious babies home alone while you work all day so let me be their "best friend" when you need the help! I am an Insurance Agent so I work from home most of the week. I have my weekends off but I have time during the week to care for your pets in between meetings and in the evenings. I am not hosting at the moment due to renovations in my home, but I will gladly come to your home to take out your pets or to feed and keep them company while you are away on business or holiday. I am willing to stay at your residence to care for your pets if accommodations are available. I will be willing to wash and perform light grooming if needed and take them where you'd like with and other amenities your pet may need. All can be discussed and negotiated for the situation.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lucia did a great job looking after my 2 kitties! She followed all my instructions I left behind & was communicative during drop-ins! She definitely eased my mind when we were traveling. We’ll be sure to look out next time for Lucia when needing a reliable and caring sitter! ☺️

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Jelise N.
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Madeline was prompt, sent notes and images. Most importantly, Pepper seemed calm and content when we arrived home.

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May B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jaclyn was great! Super responsive and came to meet the kitties before which was super reassuring, would definitely book her again😊😊

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Olivia L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Grace was absolutely amazing. I’m pretty sure my dogs were disappointed when I came home instead of her. 😂 She took the job last minute, gave my dogs tons of love and attention, and even checked on my cat too without any issues. Super reliable, caring, and easy to communicate with. If your pets could leave reviews, mine would probably give her 10 stars and ask when she’s coming back.

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Keith O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Tyler was very patient with us using Rover for the first time and took great care of our cats! He played with them and sent pictures on a daily basis. Even my cats could tell that he has a great spirit and weren't scared of him a bit, which means a lot!

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Alina S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jessica went above and beyond again for my kitties. My senior cat got the best head scratches, and my younger one had such a great time playing. I feel so comfortable leaving my pets when I know that Jessica is looking after them.

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Kelley F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Grace is wonderful! She did amazing with our cat and took great care of our apartment. She provided fun visit reviews with cute pictures too! We’ve already booked her for more drop-in’s, so we highly recommend her to anyone. Thank you so much!

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Caitlin C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Larry is great! My dog is super anxious and doesn’t socialize too well but he warmed up to larry just fine and they were best buddies!

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Abbey R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Leigh did a wonderful job taking care of our pups. She was prompt, attentive and kind. We will definitely book her again!

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Penny K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kylie takes such great care of my sweet golden! He was nice and calm when I came home, I could tell he got plenty of loving and attention while she did her drop-in!

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Sarah S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Brookley is a great dog sitter and is very quick and responsive with communication. I highly recommend!

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Katherine W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah Anne was very responsive and communicated well. Her photos were great! My cat seemed to like her, he would come to greet her at her car, and was relaxed and in good form when I returned. Many thanks for her help!

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Catherine S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

thank you so much for taking care of our creatures!!! it was such a relief knowing someone was there and answering all of my annoying questions!!

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Mariella C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I’m incredibly grateful to have found Charell to check in on my Bella. She was punctual and dependable. She provided continuous updates and I was comfortable knowing Bella was in good hands.

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Victoria L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Victoria provided a great service. She was communicative through the day (nad days leading up to it), she did great with my pup.

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Hiram K. O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Abby is incredible! I had to cancel last minute with another sitter due to bad vibes and she responded so quickly and with any/all information I could want or need! This was the first time leaving Riggins alone at home while on a quick vacation and during her check-ins with my cat she sent as many pictures as possible and kept me well informed! It put me at ease. She is just the sweetest! I will be using her services from now on!!

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Samantha B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Geneive was great with our dogs. She communicated well and sent photos of the dogs after every check in. Will definitely be using her again 😊!

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Ariel G.
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Emma was great with Bee! I had to make a last minute request and she made time and helped us out tremendously! Thank you

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Mia O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Top notch care for our 2 cats and 2 dogs! Loved the pics and reports! Will definitely call on Chelsea again! Highly recommended!🥳🩷

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Sandra M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Hollyann is FANTASTIC! Seriously, book her for any and all pet needs. I booked her for a family member on short notice and I simply could not have found a better sitter. She went above and beyond in every aspect of the booking -- whether it was being understanding about our last-minute situation, to kindly ensuring packages were brought inside, to storing pet food and making several extra visits during inclement weather to ensure the safety of an anxious pup. My family member and I now want to book Hollyann absolutely any time a pet need arises in the future! The Portsmouth, VA area is lucky to have her as an option for their pets!

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China R.
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Portsmouth on Rover as of May 2026 was about $20 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.

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As of May 2026, there are 591 pet sitters in Portsmouth. 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, 87% of Portsmouth pet sitters respond in under an hour.

Pet sitters in Portsmouth have an average of 20 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 Portsmouth.

Rover makes it easy to find Portsmouth 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 591 pet sitters in Portsmouth on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Portsmouth, 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.

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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.