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“Laura was wonderful! I booked last minute and she was so helpful! As this being my first time using Rover I will be booking again & hopefully with Laura! Zeus enjoyed his time with her as well!”
“We have had Chelsea in our lives for over a year. She has been with us for our fostering and a recent adoption of another kitty. We have a total of 6 pets (1 dog and 5 kitties) she looks after when we are on vacation. During the week, she comes over 3 times a week to walk our lab. She is definitely an adopted member of our family. Our lab goes flying through the house when she hears the front door unlock and several of our cats will even come running. Everyone in our house loves Chelsea. I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about her not only as a sitter, but as a person. You will not be disappointed with the care and love she gives your furbabies.”
“Saved me for a last minute week long need of walking. She kindly returned back to my home to let Alice out to pee a second time due to scheduling issues. Alice is always happy when I come home after her walks.”
“Kayla took Luna on a lovely walk while I was gone for the day! Luna loved her walk and was definitely tired for the rest of the day. Kayla was very communicative and even arrived early after checking it was okay to do so!”
“Kristina is fantastic! Always takes great care of my dog whenever I can’t be there. I feel as though she treats my dog like her own and cares about her. It is clear she has a true love for animals.”
“Samantha was wonderful! Aldo was well looked after during my vacation. She went above and beyond to make sure he was well exercised and had plenty of fun while I was gone.”
“Kasondra was great with our pups. She was very understanding with all our requests and made us feel comfortable having her take care of them. We’ll definitely be using her again.”
About: I’ve helped take care of pets since I was little and I’ve been trusted to house sit before multiple times. Family and friends have relied on me to help when I can and I’ve always been able to make it work around my schedule! I’ve always been told I’m very responsible and good with animals, if I am given the opportunity I would take great care of your furry friends and home! I’m a current student working part time, but for now while I’m on summer break I have almost complete availability! I have a dog and a cat, so caring for my family pets is a huge part of my daily life. I have a fenced in yard perfect for furry friends to roam around in! My house isn’t huge, so I always know where the animals are and it’s easy to pay attention to their needs. I’m a pretty active person, so walks and play time are an exciting and fun part of pet care! I also have a complete understanding of the other responsibilities that come with having pets.
“Jacqueline is awesome and takes Carter on great walks!!! She is always very polite and I can tell she cares. Carter has found another new bestie!!!!! 🤩”
“Laurie is an excellent person with whom to entrust your dog. She has a confident yet easy disposition that is comforting. She consistently communicated all I wanted to know regarding her time with my dog. Highly recommend!”
“Absolutely delighted to work with and very professional!”
“Thank you for being so awesome, Anna!!!! Carter is going to rest tonight! We appreciate you.”
About: I have had dogs since I was a young child. Does your dog (or other pet) need TLC when your out or care while you are away? With years of experience I offer in and out of home care for pets of neighbors, family and friends. This includes daily walks, special feedings, medications and extra TLC to keep your pet well cared for. We love them all...the mature but timid rescue to those learning puppies with lots of energy! I work at home so I am available for daily drop ins, week day and weekend care and flexibility. For out-of-home care I offer walking and valuable enrichment time with your pet. My in-home care provides full service including feedings, walks, play and lots of 1 to 1 time. I have a fenced in back yard and lots of indoor play space as well. Since I walk 3+ miles daily your pet can get as short or long outdoor time that fits their needs. We have no pets of our own. Additional love and attention are given to our ‘extended family’ from my adult kids. My son is 19 and greatly appreciates having “the best animals in the world” around to borrow and love on until he finishes.
“Sarah was wonderful with our dogs! She took them for a long walk which they love. Oliver and Oreo really liked Sarah also. She was very patient and loving toward the dogs! Sarah has a great personality which is very much suited to dog walking/care!! Thank you, Sarah!”
About: Hi, I’m Aubri! I’m a college student here in Springfield. I am actually studying to become a veterinarian. However if you know anything about vet school you know if can be pricey! That’s why I am looking to make some extra money on Rover! I have been around all types of animals all my life and would love the chance to come help you with yours! My grandparents own a farm so I have grown up watching animals of all sizes. I also have 3 cats and a boxer around me constantly! I am currently a student so I have plenty of time to play with and watch all of your animals! I am available all morning and most of the afternoon as I take night classes so I’ll be able to watch your pups or take them out to walk while you are at work! I will take care of your baby like he/she is my own. All animals have my heart so I take being in charge of them very seriously. Pleas know that your animal(s) will be cared for when i’m around!
“Great communication and super sweet! Looking forward to booking more walks with Justeina!”
“Jade is an awesome dog walker- very reliable, friendly, responsive if we need a change of plans or help with one of our three dogs. Dogs really like her!”
“Emma is the best! She's punctual and thorough and best of all, my dog LOVES her. It's been such a help to know Stella's getting exercise while I'm at work.”
About: I have taken care of animals since I was young. My daughter and I watched pet from when she was 13 till she went to college. I have experience with my own pets puppies through senior. I’m currently retired and working part time so I have plenty of time to spend with your fur babies. I can do drop ins too. I love being around animals and do some snuggles too. I will do house sitting and drop ins. My dogs are treated like our kids. Will walk, play, snuggle and anything else they need. ❤️
About: Hi, my name is Alexa. I love all animals but especially dogs! I grew up always having them. I have house sat for someone with one large and one medium size dogs before and it went very well. I made sure to give them their medications when needed. I have lots of free time at the moment so I can give your pets plenty of love and attention that they deserve. I am willing to take them on walks, check ins, or overnights. I will be more than happy to send you updates and photos if you would like. I look forward to taking care of your furry family members! I am currently waiting for a background check to be completed for a a job, so I have full availability to take care of your fur baby. I live in an apartment. so I will be more than willing to care for your pet in your home, take them for walks outside, go potty and play in the yard.
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Laura & David G.Star Sitter
“Laura was wonderful! I booked last minute and she was so helpful! As this being my first time using Rover I will be booking again & hopefully with Laura! Zeus enjoyed his time with her as well!”
Chelsea M.
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“We have had Chelsea in our lives for over a year. She has been with us for our fostering and a recent adoption of another kitty. We have a total of 6 pets (1 dog and 5 kitties) she looks after when we are on vacation. During the week, she comes over 3 times a week to walk our lab. She is definitely an adopted member of our family. Our lab goes flying through the house when she hears the front door unlock and several of our cats will even come running. Everyone in our house loves Chelsea. I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about her not only as a sitter, but as a person. You will not be disappointed with the care and love she gives your furbabies.”
Michele M.Star Sitter
“Saved me for a last minute week long need of walking. She kindly returned back to my home to let Alice out to pee a second time due to scheduling issues. Alice is always happy when I come home after her walks.”
Kayla S.
“Kayla took Luna on a lovely walk while I was gone for the day! Luna loved her walk and was definitely tired for the rest of the day. Kayla was very communicative and even arrived early after checking it was okay to do so!”
Kristina A.
“Kristina is fantastic! Always takes great care of my dog whenever I can’t be there. I feel as though she treats my dog like her own and cares about her. It is clear she has a true love for animals.”
Samantha I.Star Sitter
“Samantha was wonderful! Aldo was well looked after during my vacation. She went above and beyond to make sure he was well exercised and had plenty of fun while I was gone.”
Kasondra E.
“Kasondra was great with our pups. She was very understanding with all our requests and made us feel comfortable having her take care of them. We’ll definitely be using her again.”
Molly F.
“Molly has always been a pet lover since she was little. She is very loving and playful with her pet dog and pet cat. Molly has worked at the APL during the summer. She will take great care of your pets”
Jacqueline M.
“Jacqueline is awesome and takes Carter on great walks!!! She is always very polite and I can tell she cares. Carter has found another new bestie!!!!! 🤩”
Laurie M.
“Laurie is an excellent person with whom to entrust your dog. She has a confident yet easy disposition that is comforting. She consistently communicated all I wanted to know regarding her time with my dog. Highly recommend!”
Jillian M.
“Absolutely delighted to work with and very professional!”
Anna K.Star Sitter
“Thank you for being so awesome, Anna!!!! Carter is going to rest tonight! We appreciate you.”
Pamela W.Star Sitter
“We really appreciate all the extra TLC you gave Max over the holiday. This is the first time we’ve left him longer than overnight with family. We really appreciate the daily photos and updates! Thank you so much!!!”
sarah a.
“Sarah was wonderful with our dogs! She took them for a long walk which they love. Oliver and Oreo really liked Sarah also. She was very patient and loving toward the dogs! Sarah has a great personality which is very much suited to dog walking/care!! Thank you, Sarah!”
Aubriana H.Star Sitter
“Aubriana is an amazing pet caregiver! She has taken care of my two large dogs for over a year now, and I can't say enough good things about her. She clearly loves animals and is very in-tune with them. Aubriana follows my directions, but also sees things that I forgot to tell her about and takes care of those things too. I would recommend her services to anyone who wants a loving, caring, professional caregiver for their pets!”
Justeina C B.
“Great communication and super sweet! Looking forward to booking more walks with Justeina!”
Jade D.
“Jade is an awesome dog walker- very reliable, friendly, responsive if we need a change of plans or help with one of our three dogs. Dogs really like her!”
Emma C.
“Emma is the best! She's punctual and thorough and best of all, my dog LOVES her. It's been such a help to know Stella's getting exercise while I'm at work.”
Lisa D.
About: I have taken care of animals since I was young. My daughter and I watched pet from when she was 13 till she went to college. I have experience with my own pets puppies through senior. I’m currently retired and working part time so I have plenty of time to spend with your fur babies. I can do drop ins too. I love being around animals and do some snuggles too. I will do house sitting and drop ins. My dogs are treated like our kids. Will walk, play, snuggle and anything else they need. ❤️
Alexa M.
About: Hi, my name is Alexa. I love all animals but especially dogs! I grew up always having them. I have house sat for someone with one large and one medium size dogs before and it went very well. I made sure to give them their medications when needed. I have lots of free time at the moment so I can give your pets plenty of love and attention that they deserve. I am willing to take them on walks, check ins, or overnights. I will be more than happy to send you updates and photos if you would like. I look forward to taking care of your furry family members! I am currently waiting for a background check to be completed for a a job, so I have full availability to take care of your fur baby. I live in an apartment. so I will be more than willing to care for your pet in your home, take them for walks outside, go potty and play in the yard.
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Rochester on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 per walk, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A dog walker’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 130 dog walkers in Rochester. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, 80% of Rochester dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare dog walkers in Rochester.
You can’t always predict a super busy day at work, but you can anticipate your dog’s needs. Instead of rushing home at lunch, book a dog walker to give your dog a 30- or 60-minute dog walk. Your dog walker can stop by as many times as you need—on whatever days you need them. With the Rover app, get a comprehensive Rover Card from your dog walker that includes:
- Start and stop times
- A map of their walk with total distance
- Pee, poo, food, and water breaks
- Cute photos and a personalized note
There are 130 dog walkers in Rochester on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog walker through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog walker has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog walker 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 dog walking service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog walker’s cancellation policy.
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