Pet Sitting in Rockaway
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Top rated Rockaway pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“After FaceTiming with Gianna I could immediately tell she had a heart of gold. I also had a last minute hiccup and had to cancel and Gianna was beyond understanding. I’m thankful I found her and hope to use her services in the future. Highly recommend!”
“Donna was very reliable, caring, communicative and responsible. She is great with animals, even my shy cat warmed up to her very quickly first at our meet and greet and then during my time away. Highly recommend her services, will book her again.”
“Paula was great! I messaged her for a last minute walk less than 24 hours beforehand and she was immediately responsive. Great communication and took lots of pics of my pup!”
“Brian came to the rescue with only a week’s notice and took care of our beautiful neighborhood kitty. We got photos each day and it made it a little easier when we missed our boy.”
“If you want someone to care about your animals with love and compassion Nicolas and Tamara are those people. They gave us updates played with our pug and lab. They did drop in visits for us while we were away. We felt confident and secure. We can’t thank them enough. Our 4 legged fur babies were cared for very well!”
“June took great care of our cat, while we were away. She sent us pictures and videos with each visit to show how well she was doing. We will certainly use her services again in the future. She made it possible for us to enjoy our vacation knowing that she was taking such good care of our cat.”
“Blair did a great job attending our two kitties for a 7 day vacation! He dropped by twice a day for 30 minutes- gave the cats food, treats, cleaned their litter and played with them! He was very responsive and sent us pictures and videos of the cats daily. It was my first time leaving my babies, but Blair helped to assuage my guilt of leaving them, by taking care of them so well! I would hire Blair again for our next vacation. Thanks so much Blair!”
“We love Erinn! She has cared for my dog Oliver a few weekends now, and he is the only “stranger” he allows to get near him. She formed a bond with him and makes him comfortable while I have to be away. Very grateful for her!”
“Debbie is amazing! She is so dependable and always on time. My puppy loves her and I don’t have to feel any guilt not rushing home for lunch. Know that your dog will be in good hands with Debbie!”
“Kathleen has watched Sirius and been a life saver for dropping in for his check ins when my husband and I have been at work. She always treats him with gentleness and so much love. She’s also very reliable and always keeps us up to date.”
About: I have hands-on experience dog walking and pet sitting, including caring for two dogs over the past year who were easily stressed. That taught me how to stay patient, calm, and attentive to each pet’s needs. I handled their meals, gave treats, and made sure they felt comfortable and safe. I also have pets of my own, including two corgis and a cat I rescued in 2021. My dogs are very active, so I’m used to daily walks, playtime, and keeping pets engaged. I always make sure pets are well cared for, with plenty of attention and comfort. They honestly get treated like royalty. I have a flexible schedule and can make time throughout the day for visits, walks, and playtime. I make sure each pet gets attention, stays on their routine, and feels comfortable and cared for. I always make sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and taken care of. I follow their routine and pay attention to what they need. In my home, pets will be kept completely separate from my pets, so there is no contact. I also have a big fenced front and back yard for safe outdoor time. I’m very patient and make sure every pet is cared for and supervised, and the same goes for caring for them in their home.
“Paola was so reliable and flexible. I had to change my request a few times and each time she responded quickly that it was no issues for her. She arrived exactly as requested and did all the tasks that I asked of her. She texted me when she had a question, which made feel so confident that she was taking everything very serious and didn't want to make a mistake. I will 100% contact her again when I go away.”
Over 71 pet parents in Rockaway have booked pet sitting
Rockaway pet parents share their Rover experiences
We can’t recommend Nicholas & Tamara enough! They truly went above and beyond to care for our dogs. It was clear from the start that our pups were more than comfortable with them! We were so impressed by how attentive they were, and the constant communication and updates really gave us peace of mind while we were away. If you're looking for someone who will treat your dogs like their own, Nicholas & Tamara won't let you down!
Jennifer was amazing! She watched our cat, Shrimp Toast, over the Thanksgiving holiday while we were out of town visiting family, and we felt SO at ease. She communicated great with us, provided us the cutest pictures of Shrimp Toast, was considerate, and most of all, our cat loved her! I look forward to having the peace of mind I did on this trip as I do my next :)
Daniela was super easy to work with and very reliable. We met before she watched our dog and they got along very well during that meeting, and while we were away. She kept us updated with photos and with progress reports. We would highly recommend her, she was great!!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Rockaway is $25
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Sitters in Rockaway average 5 repeat pet sitting clients
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Rockaway on Rover as of Apr 2026 was about $25 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 Apr 2026, there are 982 pet sitters in Rockaway. 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, 84% of Rockaway pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Rockaway have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Rockaway.
Rover makes it easy to find Rockaway 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 982 pet sitters in Rockaway on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Rockaway, 94% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 91% offer medication administration, and 94% 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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