Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Richmond, Portland, OR
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1. Angela G.
“Angela was so awesome! She really helped me in a pinch when I couldn’t find a sitter last minute. I got lots of detailed updates and pics of my animals and when I got home my pets were happy and well taken care of. She’s a great communicator. Will definitely rebook.”
2. ryenne s.
“Very responsive and helpful :)”
3. Adrianna M.
“Adrianna was fantastic. She was very thoughtful and took great care of our cat and home. We got regular updates and sweet photos throughout our trip.”
4. Chance A.
“Chance was great with my shy boy, who warmed right up to him. He asked great questions in our meet and greet, and I felt confident in leaving my pup with him. Looking forward to having him watch Sab again!”
5. Madi S.
“Madi is a great cat and plant sitter! I loved seeing her updates each day while we were vacationing, and I felt at ease knowing our babies were in reliable care.”
6. Kat B.
“Kat has been checking in on/walking our puppy and dog for over a week now and has been so easy to work with. She communicates well and has been flexible. Our pups are happy when we come home. I would definitely recommend!”
7. Bonnie S.
“Bonnie was an incredible last minute resource for a Christmas party staycation. She responded quickly, read over the house instructions thoroughly, and showed up in a timely manner. Great communication- we’ll definitely hire her again.”
8. Raphael T.
“Raphael is great with our pets! Our cats love him and will climb right in his lap for attention. He always takes great care of them and our home when we’re away, so we have peace of mind!”
9. Stephanie L.
“Stephanie is a great sitter. She is good with the dogs and I would recommend her for your pet needs.”
10. Paola D.
“Paola has a natural bond with doggies and took great care of our sweet pup at our house - she brought special treats, took cute pics to send to us, and made sure he felt like he had a friend all evening. Thanks Paola!”
11. Samuel H.
“What a blessing to find and work with Sam! Even before our first set of drop-in visits we had already scheduled the next set of visits! Sam is a dream! He is super responsive, communicative, flexible, attentive, kind, and caring. He showed my baby boy so much gentleness and patience, while they built trust. Really grateful for Sam!”
12. Deb W.
“We truly appreciate Deb taking great care of our sweet tiny dog! Deb ensures that Gambit gets sunshine, playtime, treat toys & warm cuddles. Deb provides updates & photos that are uplifting & very amusing!”
13. Ellen A.
“Ellen is a great communicator throughout her time looking after our kitty. We were pleased to come back to a safe and happy cat. A spotless litter box was a bonus! Would hire Ellen again!”
14. Kara M.
“Kara is a gift. I’m so happy we found her. She took amazing care of our cats while we went out of town. She checked in with us daily and sent photos and were so happy to have found her. We finally feel we have someone we can trust to take care of our furry babies. Thank you Kara!”
15. Desiré D.
“Desiré was an amazing sitter for our cat while we were on a 10 day vacation. He gets lonely so it was such great piece of mind to know Desiré was visiting him twice a day and spending quality time with him. He was happy and healthy when we got back. We would definitely hire Desiré again!”
16. Jessica C.
“Jessica continues to go above and beyond whenever she watches our cats! She takes the time to play games with them and pet them so they feel more and more comfortable with her when she comes over. We’re so lucky to have such a great cat sitter!”
17. Scott L.
“Scott is an incredible cat-sitter for my cat Stanley. He treats him as his own pet and always impresses me with his in-depth cat knowledge. On top of that Scott goes above and beyond to take care of my home while I’m away. I truly trust him to do a fantastic job making sure Stanley is loved while I’m out of town. Would wholeheartedly recommend Scott”
18. Maleah N.
“So reliable and easy to work with. Spent lots of quality time with our little guy and kept us updated throughout my trip. We really appreciate Maleah!!”
19. Sam P.
“Sam loves our babies as much as we do and it shows in the way she takes care of them for us. We are able to go out of town and relax because we know they are in such good hands!”
20. Barbra P.
“Barbra is the best! She took such good care of our kitties while we were away and kept us updated with every visit. We’ll gladly look to her first for our future pet care needs! Thanks!”
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Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Richmond on Rover as of Jul 2024 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.
As of Jul 2024, there are 812 pet sitters in Richmond. 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 Richmond pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Richmond have an average of 15 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 Richmond.
Rover makes it easy to find Richmond 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 812 pet sitters in Richmond on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Richmond, 90% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 92% 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.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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