Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Rio Grande, Albuquerque
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1. Whitley J.

“Whitley was amazing! Communication was great, my cats loved her and she took great care of them, she even brought them a toy. 🥹 It was really nice knowing the kitties were in great hands. Thank you so much Whitley!”


2. Laney L.

“Laney is awesome!! I have an exotic pet with very specific temperature needs. She recognized an issue with the tank heating system and let me know quickly, then worked with me to fix the problem. So glad she was there to care for Quark!”


3. Valarie T.

“I am truly so grateful to have Valarie to help take care of my dogs when I’m away at work. She has been a perfect fit. She has not only been amazing with my fur babies, but to me as well. She has been communicative, more than accommodating with my changing schedule as a healthcare provider, trustworthy, and reliable. She has made me feel so comfortable. I would highly recommend her!”


4. Katherine C.

“Sent me lots of photos, spent time and played with my cats in addition to feeding them and cleaning litter box. Very caring and excited to help out! I'd recommend her to anyone and would love to have her watch my cats again anytime”


5. Monica H.


“Monica did exactly what I asked and more. I will use her again. I’m happy to have found a reasonably priced cat sitter who has and understands cats.”


6. Jesus N.

“Jesus was super friendly and our pups took to him right away. I received pictures daily and came back to 2 happy and safe dogs! Thank you Jesus will definitely see you again soon!”


7. Skyler M.

“Skyler is absolutely amazing! She watched my pup while a neighbor was moving in and handled it amazingly. She cares for my dog like her own! Will definitely book again!”


8. Danielle S.

“Danielle was very compassion and caring with my little pup! She follows instructions very well and is easy to communicate with! Will be reaching out again to have her visit my pup! Thank you!”


9. Alexandria K.

“My cat adored Ali. They played and cuddled, and of course Ali fed her well and groomed her and took good care of her and the house. She reliably kept her appointments for two weeks and sent me great photos and messages twice a day. I will absolutely use Ali's services again!”


10. Kaylin W.

“Absolutely wonderful! Went above and beyond with the care for my cat. It was great not having to worry about anything, which gave me the space to fully focus on my vacation!”


11. Rhiannon C.

“Rhiannon watched our cats during our Christmas vacation and we knew they were in great hands. She was very sweet with them, and we were so grateful to have her as our sitter. We definitely recommend Rhiannon, and will go to her first if we need pet sitting services in the future. Thanks again Rhiannon! -Aaron and Emily”


12. Caitlin B.

“Caitlin is great! She’s very sweet and patient. This is my first time using a dog sitter and I highly recommend Caitlin! She gave me updates on my dog when she dropped in to take care of him. I will absolutely be booking with her again!!”


13. Monique P.

“Monique took excellent care of my dog while I was away! Shoelace took to her immediately and seemed very happy in all of the pictures Monique sent. It was so great to come home to a happy, relaxed pup and know she was well looked after. I will definitely hire Monique again in the future! Thanks, Monique :)”


14. Leslie & James E.


“Leslie was so wonderful to my babies. I cannot praise her enough! She helped me when I was in a bind which will not be forgotten. She took pictures of her playing with them with frequent updates, as well. She is definitely worth 5 stars. If there was 6 stars, she would get them!”




15. Shannon H.

“Thanks again Shannonn for taking care of our little 1.! We wouldn’t trust anybody but you guys at this point in her life. Thanks for having so much patience with our sick little girl. I’m not sure how much longer we will have her, but hope to be able to enjoy her for a few more years to come. Catch you on the next one . ?”


16. Amber M.

“Amber was lovely to my cat and followed all the additional instructions I gave her very well. My boy warmed up to her a bit during her visit, which is always nice to see, as he can be very skittish. Her notes and pictures were great. She even came out to my house again before her visits started after I mistakenly gave her the mail key we needed. Amber is very friendly, prepared, and communicative! I will absolutely be reaching out again if I need the services!”


17. Alexa S.
“Alexa is amazing with my two cats and pup Chico! They all equally love her too! It’s rare for my cat Pippi to want to get to know people but she warmed up to Alexa quickly! Highly recommend her for all your pet care needs!”


18. Eleanor L.
“I would like to take a moment to say how amazing Ellie is with animals! She is the person I call upon to care for my dog when I'm out of town. She very loving and affectionate towards my dog, she treat her like her own. Your pets will be in great hands with Ellie!”


19. Alexandra A.
“Alexandra is a kind soul with a deep love of and respect for animals, including pets. She will give your critter love & attention as well as the necessary food, water, treats, etc. She is was always good with our beagles, and our current mixed breed as well as our folks golden retrievers. She is patient, kind and caring and very responsible and dependable. With clear instructions, she will go the extra mile to meet the requested needs of your critter(s).”


20. Julie K.
“Ms,karns is a respectful and professional girl. She takes care of my pet and my house when im out of town.she even is able to give them medicine for me when need be.”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Rio Grande 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 116 pet sitters in Rio Grande. 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, 89% of Rio Grande pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Rio Grande have an average of 15 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Rio Grande.
Rover makes it easy to find Rio Grande 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 116 pet sitters in Rio Grande on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Rio Grande, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 90% offer medication administration, and 80% 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.
