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Becky A.
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$37
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5.0 out of 5 stars
130 reviews
31 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29206

We are SO happy to have found Becky to stay with our dog while we were away! She is professional, friendly, and communicative. After I write this review, I am immediately requesting Becky for another stay 😅

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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
4 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

Reagan was great and our pets loved her

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Travis M.
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Anna B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Columbia, SC, 29205

Anna is a loving caring pet sitter that we got lucky to find on Rover. Highly recommend her as my cat is very shy and fearful but she got comfortable and trusted her immediately.

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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
5 repeat clients
40 years of experience
West Columbia, SC, 29169

Jeffrey is wonderful! He is very attentive to my dogs. I think they may love him more than me now! Even my standoffish dog warmed up to him quickly. He sends pictures and updates daily, and even put my garbage out without being asked! I highly recommend Jeffrey for your pet sitting needs!

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Kathy L.
Sitter Profile Image: Chauncey J.
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Chauncey J.
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$25
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4.6 out of 5 stars
55 reviews
11 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

Chauncey was absolutely amazing! She did an excellent job of communicating and sending us pictures everyday! Our dog has pretty bad separation anxiety so when we got the first picture on the day we left, and saw Teddy actually eating her food!!!…I knew she was in great hands and I didn’t have worry while on vacation! Will definitely be booking her again!

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Sandra S.
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Janea' C.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29204

Janea' was amazing with our senior dog! I found her last minute when 2 other sitters backed out, and it was probably meant to be because she was the absolute perfect fit for our dog. She gave him so much attention, knew what he needed, and took great care of our home. She left our home in better condition than she found it, and our dog was clearly very happy and relaxed when we got home. I could tell instantly that he loved her and was in great hands with her. I will be using Janea' for all our dog's needs in the future, and I feel much more at ease leaving my sweet boy if needed, knowing Janea' would be with him. I can't recommend her enough.

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Venetia P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
25 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29204

Venetia was my first Rover sitter, and she has set a high bar. I received many photos and updates, and Coconut was well attended and taken care of—even when an unexpected thunder storm came through. Thrilled with my first Rover experience and I hope Venetia’s busy schedule allows for a repeat future stay.

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Sitter Profile Image: Mallory H.
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Mallory H.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29205

Great sitter. Will definitely use again.

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Donna L.
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Aaron S.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29223

Aaron is simply amazing! This is our 2nd time having him dog sit at our house. He goes above and beyond the call of duty. He is very communicate, sending updates and pictures at least twice a day. We don't have to worry or stress about our fur babies or our home when we are away. He is our go to person.

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Sitter Profile Image: Danielle S.
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Danielle S.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29210

Danielle was an excellent pet sitter. She stayed at my house with my 2 dogs. One of my dogs is a rescue dog and suffers from PTSD and I can’t leave him at a kennel. Danielle was very professional and gave me feedback on how they were doing in my absence. I highly recommend her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Katie M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

Katie was absolutely amazing! She stayed at our house and watched our Golden Retriever for 5 nights while we were on vacation, and he absolutely loved her. It was such a relief knowing he was happy, comfortable in his own home, and being well taken care of while we were away. Katie was trustworthy, caring, and did a great job with him. We came home to a happy dog and everything just as we left it. We would absolutely book Katie again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone they can trust to stay overnight and take great care of their dog!

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Sitter Profile Image: Haley C.
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Haley C.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

Haley took care of our 5 cats and 1 dog during an overnight visit. All of our kids seemed happy and relaxed when we got home. Our extremely shy cats even came out shortly after she arrived -- this means they felt very safe with her. We were impressed; she has a demeanor that makes pets feel very safe. She took great care of everyone, and also gave medication to one of our cats. She sent several photos of our kids, which we appreciated.

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Sitter Profile Image: Drew R.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
25 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29205

Drew was absolutely a dream pet sitter. I presented quite the challenge with my 3 senior pups and one very high energy GSP puppy. Drew not only met but far exceeded every expectation. It had been actually years since I had been able to go out of town without constantly worrying about my fur babies and with Drew, that changed. I had not one worry and I absolutely would not hesitate to hire him again and 1000x over recommend to anyone looking for an actual dog lover that is also reliable, consistent, friendly, loving and committed! I couldn't be more grateful to have found him and I will definitely be hiring him again. He went above and beyond and I came home to 4 very happy fur babies and that alone, is priceless. Look no further, Drew is your new pet sitter. ❤️

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angel c.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
11 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29209

Our fur babies were well loved and cared for by Angel. They were happy and calm when we arrived back home. Our house was clean and neat, just like we left it. Angel kept in touch and sent pictures and videos daily; picked up our mail amd even watered our plants 💝Bed was stripped and towels put in the laundry room...thank you😊. We have already requested a "rebooking" for October. 5 🌟 👍

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Sitter Profile Image: Stephanie W.
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Stephanie W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
9 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29212

Stephanie was wonderful. She came by twice before we left to make sure the dogs were comfortable. Was very easy to communicate with. Highly recommend.

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Sitter Profile Image: Leslie A.
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Leslie A.
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$35
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15 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29205

About: I’ve been around and caring for dogs my entire life and am also very comfortable caring for cats. I have experience with pets of different sizes, ages, breeds, and personalities, and I’m comfortable with the everyday responsibilities of pet care, including feeding, walks, playtime, litter box care, bathing, and keeping pets on their usual routines. My own dog requires a little extra care, which has given me experience with pets who have special needs. I regularly manage multiple medications, help with mobility by carrying my dog up and down stairs, and make sure they’re comfortable and safe throughout the day. Because of this, I understand that some pets need a little more patience, attention, or assistance than others. I’m happy to follow detailed care instructions and take the time to learn what makes each pet feel comfortable. Whether your dog is energetic and loves going for walks, your cat prefers some quiet company, or your pet needs extra help with their daily routine, I’ll give them the care and attention they deserve. Most importantly, I’ll treat your pets like my own and make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away! 🐾 I have a very flexible schedule with plenty of daytime and evening availability throughout the week. I’m able to accommodate different routines and am happy to work around your pet’s needs. I also have flexibility for walks, drop-ins, and overnight stays! I want every pet I care for to feel safe, comfortable, and loved! I’ll always follow your instructions and try to keep your pet’s normal routine as consistent as possible, whether that means sticking to their feeding schedule, going on their usual walks, giving medications, or keeping up with any special care they need. I’m patient with pets and understand that some take a little longer to warm up to new people. I’ll make sure they get plenty of attention, supervision, and of course, lots of love! I also know Pet CPR, so I’m prepared to stay calm and know what to do if an emergency ever comes up. When I’m caring for pets in your home, I’ll treat your space with the same care and respect I’d want someone to have in my own home. I’ll also send you plenty of updates and pictures while you’re away so you can know your pet is doing well and getting lots of love!

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Valeria V.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
4 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

About: Hi! My name is Valeria and I have 3+ years worth of veterinary tech/ receptionist experience so I am comfortable with any type of pet or breed! I am currently in school with all my lectures being later in the afternoon/evening Mondays-Thursdays. I am quite flexible so I can work around almost any time. Fridays-Sundays I am free anytime! I always follow owners instructions and listen to the smallest details to ensure pets are safe and happy. Any details will help me know your pets needs!

Sitter Profile Image: Madison R.
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Madison R.
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$67
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29208

Madison was excellent! She gave plenty of updates with pictures and took great care of our pups while we were away. Would definitely recommend!

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Katelyn W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29223

About: I’ve grown up in a household full of furry family! I love caring for animals of all sorts and I’ve had experience with dog sitting for a few of my mom’s coworkers, dog walking through Care .com, and volunteering with military working dogs! I also have two cats of my own that are very friendly and love to play with new friends! I am a disabled veteran that recently retired from the military. I have a lot of free time on my hands and I would like to spend this time doing the thing I love which is working with / spending time with animals. I am more than happy to care for your pet any time you need. I will always be transparent, ask permission or ask questions about your pet. I am very commutative and can frequently update the pets parent. And lastly I treat all pets as if they’re my own and give nothing but love and care!

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Kathryn L.
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$27
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3 years of experience
West Columbia, SC, 29169

About: I'm a lover of all animals and have been since I was kid! I have nearly a decade of pet care with personal pets and neighborhood pet sitting. In recent years I've dog sat a couple different family friends dogs multiple times. Lastly I have volunteered with the Humane Society several times for their dog walking services! I can do Friday evenings and all day Saturday and if necessary Sundays!! Especially if needing a continuous commitment but I take any bookings even if one time occurring. I only provide dog walking services but I garuntee this care will be intentional, safe and fun for your dog to get the excellent treatment they deserve!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Chauncey was absolutely amazing! She did an excellent job of communicating and sending us pictures everyday! Our dog has pretty bad separation anxiety so when we got the first picture on the day we left, and saw Teddy actually eating her food!!!…I knew she was in great hands and I didn’t have worry while on vacation! Will definitely be booking her again!

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Sandra S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Venetia is a great pet/house sitter! This is the second time she has taken care of my dog / house and she is reliable, responsible and responsive! She sends pictures and responds quickly to questions. She shows up on time and follows all the instructions . My dog is nervous with new people and Venetia’s approach with her had Mabel connect with her quickly! I highly recommend and will use her services again in the future!

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Ellen B.
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Becky is our favorite! Our dogs love her, she takes great care of them and always treats our home as her own.

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Thomas B.
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Madison did a wonderful job housesitting and taking care of our two goldens! I really appreciated her great communication and frequent updates and pictures. I'm sure we will use Madison again!

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Valerie C.
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My dogs seemed really content with Isabella’s care. She took good care of them while we were away, and we really appreciated her being able to care for two larger dogs. George and Harper look forward to having her back in the future🥰

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Leah C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Samantha was great! Great communication and sent so many pictures of my babies!! Went above and beyond and helped water my garden too :)

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Anne R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Was able to help us with short notice and did a great job. House was cleaner than it was when we left and the dogs were very happy and well taken care of.

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Zac L.
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Caro9line did an excellent job caring for my dog and house while I was away. I highly recommend her...but don't give her too much work that she can't come back to help me again!

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Eric M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Alexis did great! My first time leaving my babies with a sitter who I wasn’t familiar with so I was a little nervous but she followed all instructions to a T and was overall kind and very respectful. Looking forward to booking with Alexis in the future❤️

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Natasha M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jonathan saved our vacation. We had booked with another sitter that never showed up, so we were messaging other sitters frantically on Rover. Jonathan responded very quickly, accepted the job, and showed up within half an hour. I introduced him to the dogs and they immediately loved him. Throughout the week he provided updates and photos. He took them for walks to a local park and around the neighborhood. After a nightmare of a start to our vacation, Jonathan put our minds completely at ease. We could not have asked for a better dog sitter.

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Tucci F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rachel always takes the best care of our pups and I am so glad she agrees to come back because they can be wild 😂

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Jessica A.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Mariah was on time and kept us informed each day with how my pets were doing along with photos. It was obvious from the photos that my cats and dog were very comfortable and happy to be around her. If you are looking for someone who is dependable, cares about your animals, and can be trusted, then she would be a good fit for your pets as well.

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Donnie D.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Anne Marie was a delight. Oscar was happy with her and would be glad to see her again. I highly recommend her services.

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Pam B.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

My animals were very happy with Stephanie. She was willing to do a long stay even with a renovation going on making my home setting less than ideal!

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Michele B.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thomas did an AMAZING job of watching our two pups and house sitting while we were away on vacation. He was very prompt with his responses and kept us informed throughout his stay. He also left the house in wonderful condition. We would absolutely recommend him to anyone who needs a reliable sitter.

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Kyle M.
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The average cost for House Sitting in Richland on Rover is $37.13 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of House 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 House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of September 2026, there are 627 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Richland. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Richland walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Richland maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Richland choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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.

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 .

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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.

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

  • 100% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 100% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 91% 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.

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