Pet Sitting in Rochester
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1. Christine C.
“Christine was so great with my 9 month pup! She followed my directions perfectly and was patient with my barky pup. I would recommend her for your animal sitting needs!!”
2. Jason M.
“Jason was great. You can tell that dogs are so comfortable with him. He took care of our senior dog Stassi and as soon as I met him and saw him interact with her I knew she was in great hands. He’s calm, caring and sent updates. He also brought in our Amazon packages! Highly recommend.”
3. Katie M.
“I know my cat Lando is in good hands when I hire Katie. I’ve utilized her services before and I will again. Very professional and good at what she does.”
4. Athea K.
“Athea has house sat and taken care of my cat and two dogs before. She payed close attention to the pet sitter notes I had left, my home was clean when we arrived back from vacation and most important my furry kids were happy. ”
5. Stephanie B.
“Stephanie was absolutely incredible with our cats! She went above and beyond to ensure they were well looked after. We throughly enjoyed receiving her Rover updates while we were away. We highly recommend Stephanie and cannot wait to have her spend more time with our cats :)”
6. Kate J.
“Kate was very communicative from our first message. She set up a meet and greet with our cat. She has a lovely demeanor. Our cat came up and allowed her to pet her on her first interaction. Daily texts, photos and videos made it clear that our cat was in good hands. I highly recommend Kate for your pet care!”
7. Jenna E.
“Jenna took great care of our pets! She was available and ready very short notice and was a life saver! She even handled a few accidents our older dog had and helped wash the rug while we were gone. Thank you Jenna!”
8. Emma M.
“Hello! Being away while a petsitter care for your dog, needs a whole lots of trust. Emma did what we asked for and that good for us. We will use her again when the needs come. Our neighbors without asking also realized that Emma was great and as a result they will call on her to pet sit their dog. Very good sign. A million thanks to Emma.”
9. Rebecca F.
“Rebecca has been great dealing with my VERY nervous dog! Mason and I really appreciate all of your help and willingness to work with us while we navigate this change. We have never had to have a dog walker before and it has been a learning experience fit she involved. Thank you for all you do!”
10. Dawn L.
“Dawn was absolutely amazing! She took care of our 2 fur babies with such love and care! She sent us pictures and a text every day with updates on how they were doing. I will recommend Dawn to everyone and we will absolutely book with her anytime we need to travel!! Five Stars!!!!”
11. Shauni & Connor M.
“Shauni did a great job with her first visit with the dogs! She gave them lots of attention and communicated with me very well.”
12. Camryn C.
“Camryn has been my roommate for the past 3 years and one thing about her that stands out to me is her love for dogs. She has two rescues at home whom she loves very much. She even is the primary caregiver of her new rescue Parker when she is home from school. Camryn is kind and compassionate and truly loves animals so much. I cannot think of a better person to give attention and love to your dog when you are away.”
13. Alyssa F.
“Alyssa is an absolute god send and went above and beyond! Bentley just adores her! She showed up at the scheduled time and even brought a special new toy ball since she knew he loved them so much! I received pictures throughout her visit and I will definitely be booking her again!”
14. Rachel S.
“Rachel is so great with my 2 wacky pups and they absolutely love her!”
15. Donna & Kim B.
“Kim and Donna did a great job caring for Pixie and sent me pictures and a short message to let me know all was well while I was away. We are very happy with the care they provided our pet!”
16. Taylor F.
“Taylor did an excellent job caring for my cat for 2 weeks. She provided thoughtful summaries after each visit and was responsive in rover's messaging. Percy was able to enjoy all his normal activities, including groomings, play times, and being harnessed and taken outside. I couldn't haven't been happier how things turned out and would unquestionably book her again.”
17. Alysha T.
“Alysha is kind, punctual, and professional! 10/10”
18. Madison S.
“Madison watched my 2 dogs and she did amazing. My animals were taken great care of and I can trust her to watch my pets again if I need to go away again!!”
19. Shauna D.
“Shauna is amazing. She cane through at the last minute for me and my new puppy. She sends me updates and a picture when Tyson sits long enough for one lol. I will definitely be calling on her when i am in need of a drop in visit or any other service. Absolutely fantastic. ❤️?”
20. Lynda A.
“Lynda has an extensive history of providing exceptional care for animals in the capacity of rescue volunteer, personal family animals, both cats and dogs and friends animals. She exhibits the highest ethics , patience and knowledge of companion animals. Lynda is honest, compassionate, kind and trustworthy with both humans and animals, and I feel no reservations recommending her to provide the best care for any animals she is entrusted with.”
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1. Search
Read verified reviews by pet parents like you and choose a sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets
2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your pets while you’re away
3. Book & Pay
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your pet sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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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 Rochester on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $22 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 79 pet sitters in Rochester. 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 Rochester pet sitters respond in under an hour.
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 Rochester.
Rover makes it easy to find Rochester 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 79 pet sitters in Rochester on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened 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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