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Sitter Profile Image: Jason C.
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Jason C.
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• 56 reviews
17 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ferndale, MI, 48220

“Jason was great - this was our first time having him do drop - in’s for us and it was for a longer trip for us - 10 days out of state. He definitely went above and beyond and we would have him back.”

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Kevin P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 112 reviews
24 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Royal Oak, MI, 48073

“We had Kevin care for our two cats, two drop in visits a day. He was great. Great communication, lots of pics, even gave us some tips! We will definitely use Kevin again!!”

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Kelly P.
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Tara W.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 37 reviews
13 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Ferndale, MI, 48220

“Tara was the perfect Rover experience! She was kind, knowledgeable, and communicative. We will definitely have Tara take care of our kitty again in the future!”

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Heather Z.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Royal Oak, MI, 48067

“Heather was super responsive and set me at ease with my first time utilizing Rover. She was very accommodating and I will absolutely utilize her again for drop ins when I am away in the future. Thank you again Heather. You were the highlight of Fig’s weekend as well!”

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Richard P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 77 reviews
23 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Madison Heights, MI, 48071

“Richard took great care of our pup. He was very communicative and went above and beyond to make sure she was taken care of. He was very reliable and friendly.”

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Krystal P.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 76 reviews
6 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Royal Oak, MI, 48067

“Krystal is coming by for regular check-ins on my two large dogs, three days a week. She is communicative, patient, and kind with my pups, and knowing she will be there to give them affection, treats, and a potty break each day definitely relieves my stress! I highly recommend her.”

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Yvette B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 171 reviews
93 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Royal Oak, MI, 48067

About: ***NEW serious inquiries: I request at least 1 week notice before taking a new reservation, in order to schedule a prior meet/greet. Thank you! *** Please have a completed profile filled out including details about your pupper(s) for my review, in order to gain as much in formation in order to determine the best fit. (Overnights & Daycare) My home is a safe place for small to medium sized dogs, up to 25"ish pounds. Providing a safe environment is my #1 priority in caring for your canine family member. Your loved one(s) will receive lots of love, attention and exceptional care from me at all times. I let out Eli (my dog) and our guest dogs several times a day/evening. I never leave them out unattended. I have a 6 feet privacy fence, and I keep my eye on them at all times. My own dog is mild-mannered, very friendly and fun and is great with our guest dogs. I keep the gate padlocked at all times and keep the yard clean and safe to ensure a healthy & safe, indoor & outdoor environment for all. Feel free to Send me a message with details of your needs and description of your dog's personality, and we can schedule a Meet & Greet. I require proof of up to date vaccinations: Rabies, Bordetella, Lepto/Parvo,monthly ,heart worm preventative AND monthly flea & tick prevention. I am home most of the time other than occasional errands. Therefore, I have plenty of time to spend with your dog playing and caring for her or him Guest dogs are treated like family in a safe and clean, peaceful environment. I go out into the yard with my dog Draper and our guest dogs several times all day/night long. I am home most of the time, so I am able to devote my time to your love ones, day and night. I have been taking care of my customers for the past 10 years, and absolutely love what I do. I padlock my gate at all times, and have a 6 feet privacy fence. I have an emergency vet within 4 miles, if needed. I am able to administer routine meds and supplements as directed by the owner.

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Melissa M.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 115 reviews
33 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Madison Heights, MI, 48071

“Team Melissa! It literally takes me 30 days to get the amount of quality snaps that Melissa consistently takes in her 30 minute check-ins. 🐈📸🥹”

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Sarah S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 60 reviews
20 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Royal Oak, MI, 48067

“Sarah was awesome! I instantly felt comfortable with her when we met her, and she took great care of our kitty for us while we were away for a weekend. We definitely want to book her again in the future!”

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Mat J.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Royal Oak, MI, 48067

About: I’ve been taking care of all sorts of animals mostly my whole life. I grew up on a farm and raised sheep in 4-h when I was young. My family always had dogs and cats. I currently have a 5 year old English Shepard pup named Frankie. Her favorite thing in the world are walks! I’m currently a stay at home dad looking to get back out into the pet world as my two little guys are in school. My schedule is open during the weekdays from morning until late afternoons. I have a fully fenced in yard with a pup that loves playing with other furry friends. I’m able to do drop in visits and walks for clients furry friends as well!

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Rhea B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 35 reviews
7 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Ferndale, MI, 48220

“Amazing first visit with our fur buddy. Rhea was so sweet meeting him and took photos of their walk. Worth the extra fee for full hour. Will definitely use her again on our next trip to Detroit.”

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Lavina & Herbert S.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 369 reviews
115 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Oak Park, MI, 48237

“Lavina was great! She took care of our two cats while we were out of the country for our wedding. She provided regular updates and photos So we didn’t have to worry at all. Our cats really enjoyed having her stop by. We would definitely use her services again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sydney W.
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Sydney W.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Ferndale, MI, 48220

“Sydney was wonderful to have watch my cat! She was super prompt with visiting on the scheduled times, and she sent such good updates and cute photos. I could tell she also gave my cat so much love while I was gone. Sydney was also sweet enough to water my outdoor flowers everyday, which I was so appreciative of. I will definitely request Sydney to cat sit again in the future.”

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Andrea R.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Royal Oak, MI, 48067

About: Hi, I’m Andrea! 🐾 I’ve been caring for dogs and cats for over 20 years, from tiny kittens to senior pups who need a little extra TLC. I grew up with pets as part of the family, so I know they deserve love, patience, and attention just like we do. I work from home, which means I have a flexible schedule to spend plenty of time with your furry family member. Whether it’s walks, playtime, snuggles, or making sure medication is given on time, I’m all about keeping pets happy, healthy, and comfortable. Friends and family have trusted me for years to care for their pets while they’re away — and I treat every animal like my own. You can count on me for reliable communication, daily updates, and lots of cute photos while you’re gone.

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Gillian D.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Royal oak, MI, 48067

“Gillian did a fantastic job watching my cats! She followed all instructions perfectly, kept everything very tidy, and even sent a few great pictures of the cats snuggling up to her. 10/10 will definitely book again!”

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Erin S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 191 reviews
52 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Madison Heights, MI, 48071

“Erin was an amazing cat sitter! She went above and beyond to make sure our cats were comfortable and well taken care of while we were away. She kept us updated daily with messages and photos, which we really appreciated. The cats were out and about every day—not hiding at all—which says a lot about how safe and happy they felt with her around. You can tell she genuinely loves animals. We’ll definitely be using her again and happily referring her to others. Thanks so much, Erin!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jordyn B.
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Jordyn B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Madison Heights, MI, 48071

“Jordyn was amazing. She was communicative, flexible and took the extra steps to ensure my dog Oby was taken care of. She took time out of her day beforehand to come and meet him, learn his routine and provided an unparalleled peace of mind knowing that my dog was going to be looked after while I was gone. I cannot recommend her enough and she will be my first contact for any future trips.”

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Kylie P.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Royal Oak, MI, 48073

“Kylie did such an amazing job taking care of my boy. I was so worried to leave him because I hadn’t left him alone before but as soon as I met Kylie I knew he would be in good hands. She provided updates and photos of him and it made me feel better and able to enjoy my vacation. I would highly recommend her!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Victoria G.
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Victoria G.
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$16
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12 years of experience
Royal Oak, MI, 48067

About: Animals have always been one of my greatest passions and being able to work with them is a dream come true. I personally have owned and taken care of dogs, tropical and freshwater fish, small pets, and cats. I’ve also spent time volunteering at animal shelters and have experience in house-sitting and pet-sitting locally. I’m currently enrolled in evening cosmetology classes 5-10pm Mon-Thurs and work Saturday mornings 8-3. Otherwise I’m mostly a homebody who enjoys spending time with my pets and outside. I have a couple of my own pets so I’d rather not keep other pets at my place for extended periods of time (unless they’re fully up to date on vaccines, shots, and behavioral training), but I’m happy to assist in anyway I can at your house. I can do basic cleaning and of course pet care such as walking, watering, feeding, taking outside, playing, etc.. I can lock the house and leave the key in a predetermined location if needed. I’m happy to follow any house rules, special instructions, and anything extra needed for the pets, including medications or continuing ongoing training.

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Sophia U.
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$20
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10 years of experience
Royal Oak, MI, 48067

About: I’ve taken care of dogs for the last 10 years. Friends and family rely on me to help walk their dogs, provide drop-in visits, and even house sit while they are away. I currently work 3 days a week as a registered nurse. My other 4 days of the week are open, and provide me with lots of time to care for your furry friend 🐾 I have a greyhound at home, which has given me over 10+ years of experience taking big dogs out for a walk and keeping the house secure.

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The median cost per visit for dog sitting in Royal Oak is $20

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Camille was great with our pups and kitty. She handled their craziness well and was such a big help!

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Adriel P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kat goes above and beyond for our dogs while my partner and I are working long hours! She gives them treats, brings extra toys for them to play with, and generally just gives them a ton of love while she’s visiting. In the pictures she takes, you can see how happy our dogs are when they are being cared for by her. Her schedule is really flexible and she has saved us a couple of times when we’ve had to ask for her help fairly last minute. I’m so glad we found her for our senior pups!

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mahmoud e.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rebecca was graciously flexible when our plans changed last minute, and she sent adorable photo updates the whole time. Jetta was happy and clearly well cared for. We knew she was in great hands. Will book Rebecca again without hesitation.

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Jenn S.
Drop-In Visits
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Emily did great we hired her in short notice and was great with Brody. Will be booking her in the future again

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Mariah K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Super communicative and amazing with my pet. Would definitely recommend for anybody needing a drop in sitter, dog walker, etc!

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Allison K.
Drop-In Visits
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I was nervous to leave our young basset for the first time but Suzanne did a great job with drop-in visits and put me at ease. We really appreciated her detailed updates and pictures.

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Lauren J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jillian did an great job watching our dog Pancake, recommend her if you ever need someone to check in on your pet! She was very responsive in messages, and kept us updated on how Pancake was doing ☺️, especially during a bad thunderstorm (and Pancake is afraid of storms) so extra appreciation for her thoughtfulness on keeping our baby as calm as possible during that while we were away!

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Dana S.
Drop-In Visits
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Brandon was a wonderful caregiver for our fur babies. He was attentive and we will definitely book his services again. Thanks Brandon!!

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Shannon B.
Drop-In Visits
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Richard was great! He was communicative and helpful, and kept an eye on a small injury my dog got before I left. 10/10 would use again!

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Patrick A.
Drop-In Visits
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Emily was extremely responsive and communicative throughout the entire visit! She was able to accommodate our last minute request and went above and beyond to ensure Sully was cared for!

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Nicolette D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jackie did a great job everyday reporting what she did with our pets. It was great to read they were doing great and getting lot of attention. She took pictures of their time together which was nice. I would recommend her to any pet parent.

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Lazaro S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We love Maritza! Tucker always has the best time with her and she takes amazing care of our special boy!

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Andrea F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Very professional. Took great care of Charlie Brown, lots of walks. Will definitely use again. Highly recommend...

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Tim D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Always appreciative of Audrey's dependable, compentant, and communicative care of my dog when I'm out of town.

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Robert P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelly has been absolutely wonderful with my pups! She is incredibly thorough, attentive, and genuinely cares about them. I have a lot of specific routines and details that are important to me, and she takes the time to follow every one of them. She is reliable and gives me complete peace of mind knowing my girls are in good hands. I highly recommend Kelly to anyone looking for someone who will go above and beyond for their pets!

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Renee R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Susan was able to cover a very last minute late night visit for me, and took great care of my babies It was so appreciated to know they were taken care of during a 28 hour shift. Thanks so much for your flexibility and love for them!

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Kaitlyn C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Heather and Robert are super friendly, and do a great job with our dogs! They are quite accommodating, our schedules frequently change without much warning, but they are always able to be counted on!

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Kurt B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelly was very attentive to my senior fur baby. You can tell she is a true animal lover. All went very well and I recommend her services.

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Candy T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Katie was amazing with my pup! She came over to meet her before and made sure she was comfortable/set up for the best situation. She was so sweet and kind and was very flexible when I had to add an additional time for check-in. I will definitely be using her again and really appreciated how she was available last minute. Highly recommend for others!

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Mackenzie M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you Hannah! We are so happy we were able to book with you again for our week long trip! You are our favorite by far and we all say thank you!!!

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Kate P.
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The average cost for Dog Sitting in Royal Oak on Rover is $18.87 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 Dog 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 Dog Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of September 2026, there are 3,668 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across Royal Oak. 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 Royal Oak 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.

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Royal Oak choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, 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.

While Rover doesn’t offer traditional subscription services, some sitters offer recurring bookings for services like home visits and dog walking. Recurring services come with their own perks, such as flexibility to modify services (up to five weeks in advance), automatic billing, Rover Card updates, and same-day cancellations.

To find sitters in Royal Oak with recurring or weekly availability, select "Repeat Weekly" and which days you’d like them to care for your pet.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Royal Oak. On Rover:

  • 94% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 98% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 98% 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.

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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