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Sitter Profile Image: Xingcheng J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
7 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Montgomery, NJ, 08558

“Xingcheng (Connie) looked after my two boys, Bobby and Jack, for 14 days while I was traveling, and she is hands-down the most reliable and best cat sitter I have ever had! She connected with them instantly, played with them regularly, and sent me tons of daily pictures and videos. I always felt completely at ease knowing they were in such excellent care. She gave me regular updates on their food and kept the litter box spotlessly clean. Communication was fantastic throughout the entire stay, so I always knew exactly how they were doing. I will definitely book with Connie again and highly recommend her!”

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Sha L.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
14 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Princeton, NJ, 08540

“Sha did such a wonderful job with Doja (my cat). Lots of photos and updates and Doja seemed really happy! She does a wonderful job and really cares about the pets she watches”

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Mo Han L.
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$26
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1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Princeton, NJ, 08540

About: I have over 8 years of hands-on experience caring for dogs and cats of different ages, sizes, and temperaments. As a longtime pet owner myself, I’m attentive to routines, behavior changes, and safety, and I focus on keeping pets comfortable, calm, and well cared for in a stress-free environment. I currently work a hybrid schedule and return to the office a few days each week. I plan pet care around my work hours and am available for visits after work on office days, with more flexibility on remote days. I always make sure visits are reliable, calm, and never rushed. I focus on keeping pets safe, comfortable, and stress-free while caring for them in their own home. I follow instructions closely, respect routines and boundaries, and maintain a clean, calm environment. I’m careful with doors, food, and litter areas, and I always prioritize safety, close observation, and clear communication with owners.

Sitter Profile Image: Ginger L.
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Ginger L.
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$19
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11 years of experience
Princeton, NJ, 08542

About: At 12, I began walking Frankie the Doberman. She was a traumatized, recent rescue. During my time with her, she learned how to sit, stay, heel, lay down, and roll over. More importantly, she became sociable and affectionate. Since then, I've had numerous dog-walking and sitting experiences, particularly in college. I feel comfortable with dogs of all sizes and types, including large and exuberant dogs (thanks to my 110 lbs chocolate lab), puppies, shy dogs, inexperienced walkers, and mouthy dogs. Long story short, I love animals and enjoy taking on training challenges. I have a flexible schedule. My daily exercise takes the form of long walks, which dogs are great companions on! I am used to traveling around town with dogs and understand how to handle them indoors- in busy places and in their own homes. I am regularly trusted with the personal spaces of my clients. When I dog-sat in college, I regularly stayed overnight in clients' homes, studied in their living rooms, and was invited into professors' offices to dog-sit while they lectured. Dogs often feel most comfortable in their own homes, and I understand that it is necessary to replicate their home environments wherever they go, whether that means bringing their favorite toy on walks or using the specific commands they've been trained with.

Sitter Profile Image: Julia A.
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Julia A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
14 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Princeton, NJ, 08540

“Julia was Outstanding! Was on top of everything, made Charlie Murphy comfortable, took great pictures and even gave me some inside information on my kitten! She is now officially my go to whenever I need someone to love and take care of my Kitty when I’m away for more than a day ! Great job Julia . Charlie said you are the best!! Thank you if I could give you 6 stars I would .”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexis G.
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Alexis G.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
9 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Belle Mead, NJ, 08502

“Alexis was a phenomenal sitter! She watched our cat, Miso, for a week while we were on vacation. She spent substantial time playing with and caring for him, and she sent thoughtful updates each day. I could tell Miso grew incredibly comfortable in her presence. Also, she kindly swept and brought in packages for us, which was by no means expected but shows the extra care she puts into her clients. I highly recommend her and will certainly be booking her again in the future!”

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Stephen B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
38 years of experience
Princeton, NJ, 08540

“Kind and caring, easily mastered the ropes dealing with my elderly cat … definitely will repeat!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Timothy M.
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Timothy M.
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$35
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12 years of experience
Princeton, NJ, 08540

About: ACCEPTING SAME DAY/ SHORT NOTICE BOOKINGS Hello!! I’ve had dogs and cats and pets of all kinds since I was a kid! So it’s over 20 years now 🥲 I have 5 years of experience as a volunteer for my local shelter, fostering kittens and dogs. I’ve cared for sick and skittish animals. I’ve personally had mostly small and medium shelter recuses, but I’ve cared for all types, big or small! I’ve had 3 cats for the last 10 years and I’m a certified cat lover 😻😻 I’ve also looked after guinea pigs, hamsters, fish, and even frogs, so basically if it has fur, fins, or a tank, I’ve probably fed it at some point. I’m excited to look after your fur babies as well! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I keep a flexible, full-time schedule so I can be available whenever care is needed! I’m available for overnights, regular check-ins, and walks whenever your pet needs them, including weekdays and weekends. Whatever routine your pet is used to, I can work around it!! Since I care for pets in their own home, I can keep their routine exactly as it is if you were there. The same food times, same walk schedule, same rules. I’m careful about doors and gates, keep the home secure while you’re away, and treat your space with the same respect I’d want for my own :))

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Susan S.
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$32
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 78 reviews
31 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Lawrenceville, NJ, 08648

“Susan was great. She was so patient with my anxious 8 year old domestic shorthair and was very flexible with days/times. Wonderful experience, we’ll use her again.”

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Bethany L.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Pennington, NJ, 08534

“We were thrilled to be able to book Bethany again to care for our cat Roscoe. She is super communicative, dependable, and trustworthy. Roscoe would love to see her again in the future!”

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Hannah W.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 36 reviews
9 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Hillsborough Township, NJ, 08844

“Hannah was great taking care of our 2 cats while we were on vacation. She texted, and every day we received pictures of our two shy cats, accepting her from the first visit. Hannah is trustworthy and reliable, deserved honest recommendation.”

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Jahari M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
South Trenton, Trenton, NJ, 08611

“Jahari helped us out last minute when we needed someone with an extra skillset to check in on our girl. We highly recommend him to anyone needing a pet sitter and in particular anyone needing the extra layer of assurance a vet tech can provide. He is super kind and accommodating and we are glad to have found him!”

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Katja & Raul K.
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$23
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15 years of experience
Hopewell, NJ, 08525

About: We are a young couple with a lot of love for furry friends of all kinds! I have grown up with cats my whole life, and Raul has grown up with dogs his whole life. Together, we have fostered several rabbits in our home and successfully found them their furrever homes. We both have studied animal behavior in graduate school and have experience working with many different kinds of animals. I am a PhD student at Princeton University, so I have a very flexible schedule during the week. Raul is a middle school teacher, so his work days typically end early. We both are typically very free on the weekends and would love to have a pet to take care of and entertain! We can likely accommodate small pets in our home, as we have done for previous foster rabbits. For pets we take care of in a client's home, we are happy to respect your guidelines and preferences! We are always happy to send pictures and updates to give you the peace of mind that your pet is happy and healthy.

Sitter Profile Image: Sherine N.
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Sherine N.
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$32
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15 years of experience
Plainsboro, NJ, 08536

About: Hi everyone!! My name is Sherine! I love dogs and cats..well…pretty much all animals. I have taken care of a family members dog, by bringing it into my home when they were away, as well as stopping by their place to feed and walk their dog. I have sent pictures to update the family member in regards to when the dog was picked up, dropped off and photos of their walk. I understand the need to know because I would want to know ☺️ I am now going to be off for the rest of March except for like one or two days; unless something changes. Then I will update everything here! My schedule then by April will be open from 1:30 to 7:30. Please do not hesitate to reach out…you know how life is..one second ur floating and the next your saying what happened lol. I have an enclosed balcony for easy outdoor access and I have a room to host a dog or a cat. I have two male cats of my own who are very good with other animals.

Sitter Profile Image: Linda C.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
30 years of experience
Hamilton Township, NJ, 08610

“From the time Linda did the meet and greet to the actual visits, all 3 of our pugs sucked right up to her as they could tell she truly is an animal lover. She did a great job with them and we couldn't be more pleased with the job she did. We would highly recommend her and would not hesitate to use her again! Thank You Linda!”

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Kelly S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
17 years of experience
Hamilton, NJ, 08690

About: Extensive animal care experience. Animal science college major, veterinary technician experience for 3 years. Knowledgeable and capable of handling any kind of dog or cat, experience with small pets as well and birds. Compassionate with all animals, patient and understanding of animal behavior. Loves all breeds of dog or cat. I work full time but am free afternoons and evenings and most weekends. I work from home Wednesdays and Fridays so I have more flexibility those days. I am a 35 year old responsible home owner and animal lover looking to provide the right care where needed. I am easy going with a calm personality which is well received by pets. My schedule is fairly flexible and I am always responsive and accessible via my phone. I have a m-f full time job but can care for pets before and/ or after work. The time I go to work and return home has some flexibility. I work from home Wednesday and Friday and have a little more flexibility on those days. I’m available most weekends too. I can accommodate your needs to the best of my ability. I am open to house sitting and overnights as well as walks. I’m comfortable providing care for all types of pets. I have a very large crate at my house if a house stay requires the pet be crated. I’m happy to stay at a house if need be to provide care. I have two cats at my house that I would keep separate if I were pet sitting at my own house.

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Sabah S.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
5 years of experience
Hillsborough, NJ, 08844

“Sabah did a great job looking after my kitties! I loved the daily notes pictures. 100% would ask her again.”

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Rebecca L.
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$23
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10 years of experience
Ewing Township, NJ, 08628

About: Experienced, caring pet sitter ready to care for your pet as well as you do! I’ve been watching all sorts of pets- from dogs and cats to snakes and rats- I’m willing and able to care for your pets today! I have a flexible work schedule and can be available to care for pets on a negotiable time frame. I’m happy to spend an hour per visit in the AM and PM as well as over nights as needed. I am only able to care for pets In your home. I am happy to provide references of care for dog and pet care as well as plant care!

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Brittany M.
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$36
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14 years of experience
Monmouth junction, NJ, 08852

About: Craft an engaging "About Me" Tell pet owners about the love and care you’ll provide for their pets. Don’t be afraid to brag about your pet care experience, special skills, your personal qualities, and how you will keep their pets happy and safe. What sorts of activities will a dog enjoy on a stay with you? Where will you go on walks? What fun activities will you do together? What would you like to know about a dog before sitting him or her? Do you have any breed preferences? Do you know dog first aid and/or CPR? Yes No Can you administer oral medication to dogs? Yes No Can you administer injected medication to dogs? Yes No Do you have experience taking care of senior dogs? Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine because I genuinely enjoy being active and spending time with animals. I have a flexible schedule that allows me to provide consistent walks, check-ins, feeding, playtime, and companionship throughout the week. I’m organized, reliable, and attentive to maintaining each pet’s routine so they feel comfortable and secure while in my care. Whether it’s early morning walks, midday visits, or evening care, I make sure pets receive the attention, exercise, and affection they need. In a client’s home, I respect and follow each owner’s routines, feeding schedules, walking preferences, and any special instructions to help pets feel secure and maintain consistency. I am mindful of their behavior, body language, and safety during walks and visits, and I always ensure pets have fresh water, supervision, affection, and a clean environment. I understand how important trust and communication are, so I provide updates, photos, and check-ins to give owners peace of mind while they’re away. My goal is for both pets and owners to feel comfortable, supported, and confident in the care being provided.

Sitter Profile Image: Gary B.
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Gary B.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
10 repeat clients
40 years of experience
North Brusnwick, NJ, 08902

“Gary is the best cat sitter I have ever hired! He showed extreme care and conscientiousness in his responsibilities as my cats' caregiver, always on time, followed all my instructions, and communicated exceedingly well. I never worried once while I was away, and I would give Gary 10 stars if I could!”

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Anne does a fantastic job. She is extremely responsive and always includes multiple pictures and an update about our kitty. We feel very safe leaving our cat in her hands. We have no hesitation rebooking her whenever we need!

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Natalie A.
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Heater was amazing! She carefully followed all instructions and went above and beyond. She also provided plenty of updates and pictures. I would highly recommend her.

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Mason K.
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Sha was awesome! Would definitely rebook again. She sent photos daily and was very communicative/quick to respond. Excited to use Sha’s services again.

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Kendal H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Maia was great! She took care of my 3 cats while I was traveling. She was very responsive and sent detailed updates and pics.

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tanu b.
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Ami and James are amazing. They took wonderful care of our elderly cat who requires extra care. They went above and beyond to ensure he was comfortable and well taken care of while we were away.

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Devon D.
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John was very communicative and took great care of my kitty Jasper! He was timely and took great photos! I would definitely recommend John!

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Emma L.
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Momin was really friendly and responsive. He is very thoughtful and attentive and I felt really at ease knowing he was coming to watch my cats while I was on my trips. It was really great to get pictures and updates from him every day. Thank you so much Momin!

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Edna M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ella is super nice! During our week away she took care of Momo very well, she’s truly affectionate with cats and cats certainly feel it, Momo looks very excited every time she comes. We would definitely recommend.

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Tianhua Y.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you Kimberly for taking such good care of my kitties. I am always at ease on my vacations knowing that they are in good hands. You are the best.

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Narinder G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Melanie did a great job sending me photos and video updates of my cat! I was very appreciated of that. She also took the time to play with her. She was a great cat sitter. I recommend.

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Lew Yong G.
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The average cost of Cat Sitting in Princeton is $20 per visit as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $16 and $32 per visit. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of November 2026, there are 625 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across Princeton. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.

House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.

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.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Princeton. On Rover:

  • 88% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 92% 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.

sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.

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