Pet Sitting Rockaway
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“Alondra is a great care giver for my dog, Sasha. She always arrives on time and communicates very well, with updates and pictures. Sasha loves Alondra, who walks her, feeds her and loves on her. We are lucky to know that Alondra is caring for our dog when we are away.”
“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!”
About: I’m your dog’s new best friend! I’ve been around dogs all shapes and sizes and ages ever since remember myself. In our family we treat every furry friend as if they were our own, providing a safe and loving environment that gives you total peace of mind while you are away I have listed my available days. I’m mostly home and my kids love pets and always helping, all of us are very house broken and mellow. Our dog is super friendly with everybody I have a fenced in decent size yard, and my dog to keep company. Pets are not allowed in the yard unsupervised though, safety first
“Nicholas and Tamara were amazing. Our car actually had a health emergency during their first visit with our cat. They immediately let us know, reached out to us and our emergency contact, and we’re super communicative the entire time. Thanks to them our boy got the emergency care he needed, and we are so grateful he wad such caring people there to help him.”
“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.”
“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!”
“Erin had great communication throughout the whole process. Our meet & greet was seamless and the whole visit went great with our dog! Highly recommend. We will be booking Erin for future needs!”
About: I’ve been taking care of pets since I was 10 when I started a dog walking business in my neighborhood. Ever since, I’ve been asked to walk, feed, play, and board a ton of my neighbors and friends pets. I’ve walked and taken care of dogs of all ages including puppies and senior dogs. I am currently only working part-time so I am looking to fill my time with as many puppy play dates as possible! My schedule is mostly flexible besides the few hours I work at my other job. When pets are in their own home, I would make sure they’re as comfortable with my presence as possible. I’d establish a decent level of trust before trying to take the dog out, or feed, or play just to ensure both parties safety. As the owner of a rescue dog I understand that it may take time for your pets to warm up and adjust to me and I respect and understand that and am willing to work on that with any pup.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was younger. I have had multiple dogs! I would love to include your fur baby in on the fun! I’ve also worked at 2 dog daycare/ boarding facilities!!! I’m visiting my hometown in Rockaway, New Jersey, until the beginning of October. I’m available to watch your furry friend at any time. Whether it’s letting them out for a walk or twice a day, or keeping them at my place, I’m quite flexible. This will be my sole source of income, so I’m committed to making it work. Your fur baby will have a safe, loving, and comfortable environment while staying with me. I do have two tenants who live downstairs, and we share the backyard. The pups are welcome to enjoy the backyard, but they will always be supervised while outside. I’m also happy to take your fur baby on walks for exercise and potty breaks, and of course there will be plenty of cuddle time, playtime, and attention throughout their stay. I want every pup to feel comfortable, loved, and right at home! Tyson and I are excited to hear from you!!!! 🐶🐾
“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!”
About: Flexible hours available at your fingertips! With each pet having their own special personality, I easily adapt to its care. A lover of all animals and here for whatever they need. Ready to offer my five star service - if they like cuddles, they’ll get cuddles. If they prefer space, they’ll get space. With having two family dogs that I help take care of - both of which are almost 13 years old - I have plenty of experience and care to provide to make them feel comfortable and have a great time away. Whether it be a run/stroll through the park or comfortably watching television, I’m ready to make them feel easily at home and make you feel at ease knowing I’m with them!
“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.”
“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.”
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Rockaway is $25
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Rockaway
Kiara was absolutely wonderful. She was super thorough, sweet, kind, communicative, and thoughtful. She was on-time every single day, and really built a bond with my kitties. There were times while I was away I was super busy, but I knew my cats were in good hands as every single visit she sent me updates with photos, so I could look down at my phone, sigh, relax and know they were taken care of. She is also very nice and seems to be very educated on animals as she works closely with them and has her own. I 10/10 recommend her and would 100% trust her with your babies. My kittens are my world, so the absolute best care is nessesssary, and that best care is with Kiara.
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 average cost for Pet Sitting in Rockaway on Rover is $26.64 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 19,391 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Rockaway. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.
Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Rockaway stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.
Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.
If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Rockaway. On Rover:
- 88% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 96% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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