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Sitter Profile Image: Cynthia C.
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Cynthia C.
$77
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
9 years of experience
San Carlos, CA, 94070

This was Yogi’s first time away from home, and Cynthia made sure he was well cared for. She sent us lots of updates (which we requested) and Yogi looked so happy the whole time. We weren’t sure how he’d do since we only adopted him a few months ago, but he seemed to have such a great time! Would book again!

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Emily R.
Sitter Profile Image: Anne N.
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Anne N.
$77
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
8 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Foster City, CA, 94404

Anne is wonderful and patient with our senior dog. She really made him feel safe and comfortable as he has such separation anxiety. She sent us so many pictures and updates. She is also so observant with his behavior. Thank you Anne for being such a loving and kind sitter! We appreciate you do much!

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Sitter Profile Image: Martina M.
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Martina M.
$89
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
San Carlos, CA, 94070

Martina is a wonderful host! She and her family were super caring for our dog, not only providing excellent care but also taking him out on adventures! She sent us daily updates, was very responsive to messages, and her kids were also very loving with our dog. I would definitely recommend her!

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Mia L.
Sitter Profile Image: Micaela C.
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Micaela C.
$90
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
12 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Foster City, CA, 94404

I can’t say enough about Micaela. She was amazing with my furbaby and went above and beyond. I will absolutely continue to trust her for future dog sitting needs.

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Sitter Profile Image: James B.
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James B.
$73
total per night
4.8 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Belmont, CA, 94002

Great couple! Very responsive. They really took care of my dog and I can tell that my dog had a great time at their home. I received the photos of my dog every day and knew that my dog was treated very well. Highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Neha N.
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Neha N.
$84
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Belmont, CA, 94002

Neha and Ahmad were awesome watching our dog. It’s a great relief to have someone who knows about Shiba and their corkiness. Thank you!

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Danielle D.
Sitter Profile Image: Alissa W.
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Alissa W.
$77
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
7 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Redwood City, CA, 94063

Alissa is so great! She took such a great care of my needy dog and I could tell he loved her from day one 😅 she was providing me with the updates daily and was so flexible and friendly. I’ll definitely leave my dog with her again next time when I need to travel somewhere. Highly recommended!!

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Lina L.
Sitter Profile Image: Sein T.
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Sein T.
$90
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
3 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Redwood City, CA, 94063

I can’t recommend Sarah enough as a dog sitter. My dog, Teddy, absolutely loves staying with her—he gets genuinely excited every time he realizes he’s going back, which says everything. What I appreciate most is how incredibly detailed and consistent her updates are. Every day, she sends multiple photos and videos—Teddy eating, playing, going on walks, and even updates on how he’s doing overall. She keeps me fully informed, down to small but important details, so I never have to wonder how he’s doing. It gives me real peace of mind knowing exactly how his day is going. It’s also clear that she truly cares about the dogs she looks after. She takes Teddy on walks, to the dog park, and even on hikes, making sure he stays active and happy. On top of that, her home environment is wonderful—her two dogs and her cat are all very friendly, and Teddy gets along great with them. He’s not just being watched; he’s having a great time. Whenever Teddy stays with Sarah, I know he’s safe, well cared for, and genuinely happy. I fully trust her and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and attentive dog sitter.

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Sitter Profile Image: Annie A.
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Annie A.
$77
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
73 reviews
23 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Foster city, CA, 94404

Annie is a wonderful sitter. She spends a lot of time outside with the pups in her care, gives them homemade treats, she helps to reinforce good behavior, and she sends plenty of photos. My dog Juliet always comes home clean, happy, and ready for a nap. I highly recommend Annie for your next sit.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ivan L.
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Ivan L.
$100
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
24 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Hillsborough, CA, 94010

Ivan was so good to Toko and Arya while I was gone! They're both small dogs who are reserved around new people and new dogs. Toko came to him with a broken foot and a bunch of built up anxiety since he couldn't exercise, while Arya has way too much energy. He was very careful to make sure Toko stayed comfortable and couldn't injure himself, but also took Arya on several long adventures. Ivan sent me many great photos and daily updates of the pups while I was on vacation, which greatly reduced my own anxiety over them staying over! I could tell they had a great time, and I won't hesitate to book Ivan again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Deborah V.
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Deborah V.
$105
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
5 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Redwood city, CA, 94062

Deborah is amazing!! Snoopy was taken on a lot of walks. She was kind to him. She fell in love with him and it made the whole experience. It’s just absolutely amazing from the very beginning. I would highly recommend her. She is a very caring person and you can tell she loves animals.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kathryn & Jason K.
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Kathryn & Jason K.
$126
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
6 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Haywood Park, San Mateo, CA, 94402

Katie and Jason are great dogsitters (and super friendly humans in general)! They took great care of our pup Kiwi, who can be anxious and slow to warm up to people, and they understood that Kiwi needs to go at her own pace. Upon handoff, they immediately took her for a quick walk around the block which helped ease the transition, and by that evening, Kiwi was comfortable and asking for pets. Katie and Jason are quick to respond and kept us updated with both many adorable photos and brief recaps of walks or fun things that happened in the home. They accommodated our late pickup time with no fuss and had everything prepared: the bowls were washed and dried, and the blanket was folded. Highly recommend these two! Kiwi would love to stay with them again. Thanks Katie and Jason!

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Sitter Profile Image: Zhenting W.
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Zhenting W.
$111
total per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
16 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA, 94403

Rocky came back calm and we can tell he gets treated very well with Zhenting's family. So glad we found her as we love she has an enclosed backyard space and she is very attentive. We love seeing how Rocky is doing throughout his stay with all the photos she sends!

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Linda C.
Sitter Profile Image: Yang H.
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Yang H.
$77
total per night
2 years of experience
Redwood City, CA, 94065

About: I’ve always been someone who naturally loves being around animals. I grew up with two dogs in my family and later had my own cat, who was a huge part of my life. What I love most about pets is how they give back even more love when you show them love. Their pure trust, kindness, and affection mean so much to me. I enjoy spending time with them, getting to know their personalities, and making sure they feel safe and cared for. I understand that every pet is different—some want lots of attention and playtime, while others prefer their own space and a calm companion. As a pet owner, I completely understand the anxiety of leaving your loved one at home, and I want to help ease that worry. While I may not be the most professional sitter, I can guarantee that I will treat your pet the same way I would want my own to be treated—with patience, care, and genuine love. Your baby will definitely be in good hands with me. I work part-time as a project manager, which gives me plenty of time and flexibility to spend with your pet and give them the attention they deserve. I have a yard for curious pets to explore, and I live in a quiet, pet-friendly neighborhood where almost every family seems to have a cat or dog! There are also nearby trails where I can take your dog for a run if they’re energetic, or simply enjoy a relaxing walk at their own pace. I currently don’t have any pets or kids at home, so my home is a quiet and comfortable space, especially for pets who may need a little extra time to adjust. Cats and dogs are absolutely welcome on the furniture and, of course, cuddles are always welcome! ❤️ I want your pet to feel at home and will treat them with the same care and love I would want for my own.

Sitter Profile Image: Jenisa T.
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Jenisa T.
$77
total per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
150 reviews
75 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Foster City, CA, 94404

Jenisa took excellent care of my Roxy and I was stress free the whole time I was gone. Roxy learned better manners and is more settled and ladylike since I have been gone. Thank you Jenisa!

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Sitter Profile Image: Pouneh F.
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Pouneh F.
$70
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
4 repeat clients
29 years of experience
San Carlos, CA, 94070

Pouneh was wonderful with Huichol. She clearly picked up on his personality quickly, he's smart and energetic and needs both stimulation and affection, and she delivered on all fronts. He came home happy and well-loved. Would book again without hesitation.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ruo C.
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Ruo C.
$89
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
San Carlos, CA, 94070

I had an pawsome experience with Ruo during Tyler’s stay. She kept me updated with walks, Tyler’s mood and pictures after initial meet and greet. She shows great care for my son. Really appreciate being flexible last minute and take good good care of Tyler. Would definitely rebook and recommend her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Chelsea J.
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Chelsea J.
$70
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Redwood City, CA, 94063

Chelsea was absolutely wonderful! She made the Rover experience so easy and gave us complete peace of mind. She was caring, communicative, reliable, and clearly treated our pup like family. We got great updates and came home to a very happy dog. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would absolutely recommend Chelsea to anyone!

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Sitter Profile Image: Michael & Evie G.
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Michael & Evie G.
$82
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Foster City, CA, 94404

Evie watched our dog Willow for a little over a week while we were on vacation. From the regular updates we got, I can tell that she was giving so much care and attention to Willow, and that Willow loved hanging out with her as well! We really appreciate the peace of mind especially as this is the longest we’ve left our dog with a sitter on rover. We would definitely use her services again.

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Maria M.
Sitter Profile Image: Andy S.
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Andy S.
$78
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
11 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Belmont, CA, 94002

This is our dog’s second time staying with Andy and family. My dog is very comfortable with them and comes back a happy pup! Thank you for taking great care of her.

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Helen C.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in San Carlos is $75

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Cynthia was wonderful with our dog Roti who can take a bit to warm up. We received many updates and cute pictures and felt totally at ease knowing roti was in great hands. Thank you Cynthia!

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Adeline Y.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Chelsea was very responsive and sent lots of pictures of our dog, which helped reassure us that he was doing well without us. He got lots of cuddles and attention while in her care.

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Colin B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Great communication, flexibility, and my dog loved hanging out with Duke and the family, access to the yard, and long evening walks!!! I’m sure she would love to stay again!

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Andrea K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

This is our third time with Ligia. She always goes above expectations and makes our doggies feel safe and loved. Highest recommendation!

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Xylona B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Andy and family were spectacular sitters for our dog Chewy. Responsive, caring, and capacious. Chewy came back smiling and cared for! We highly recommend them and plan to book with them again.

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Ricco S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Our golden girl was obviously well loved and cared for with Nina and Leo. We're so grateful to them!

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Maggie R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Deborah was great. She clearly loves dogs and was very good with Benji, including sending daily photos.

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Abbie D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Luisa was so great with Cookie! Cookie has separation anxiety but warmed up to Luisa after a few hours. We really appreciate Luisa’s updates and photos throughout the day! We would not hesitate to book Luisa again in the future

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Diem N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Alissa W take great care of my Annie! She made sure Annie felt at home and got enough cuddles walks and a comfy bed! Will definitely book again. Appreciate nice pictures and mini status uodates. We were far from home and it was good to know Annie was well cared for. Thank you!

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Hermione G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sein was wonderful with Phloid! So communicative and organized. I loved all the updates/pictures she sent. I will absolutely trust her to watch Phloid again.

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Darlene H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Once again, our dog was in great hands with Na. We get lots of photos showing our happy dog while we are away.

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John M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

James took great care of my puppy during her week of boarding. He was quick to respond to messages, gave me regular picture updates on how she was doing, and took her out on field trips. Arden came back happy and confident.

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Avery L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Karla is pretty responsive to messages. I left my 3 dogs with her for a week, and all 3 seemed happy and well cared for.

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Avery L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend! Lia took great care of our dog and kept us updated with photos and videos throughout the stay, which gave us a real piece of mind. Communication was excellent and she even took our dog to the beach for a fun outing. We came home to a happy, well cared for pup and would definitely book with Lia again!

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Ashley S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ruo was great with communication and very reliable! Caramel was very happy when we picked her up and seemed very well taken care of. We definitely recommend Ruo for your furry friend!

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Laura V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Suzana took amazing care of my dog! She took her on many walks to get her acclimated, and her pug Hennessy was a very friendly. Suzana sent lots of pictures and kept me informed how the stay was going. We would happily board our dog with her again

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Duncan M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

AJ & Anita took wonderful care of our dog, Lucy! They sent tons of pictures and were great to work with. She seemed so happy in all the photos. 10/10!

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Ashlynn L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Pouneh is a wonderful dog sitter. You can tell she truly loves her job and the pups she cares for. She was an excellent communicator with us as well. We are grateful to have found her and will definitely book with her again in the future.

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Nicole K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Please don’t skip over this review! This was Kobe’s 4th or 5th stay with Carlo and his wife, Izabella, and they are the only sitters we trust with our energetic 2-year-old pup. When we dropped Kobe off this time, he ran straight to Izabella without even looking back. That told us everything—we knew he felt completely safe, comfortable, and happy with them. As dog parents, there’s no better feeling than seeing your dog genuinely excited to be with their sitter. We truly cannot thank them enough for everything they did for us—especially on our wedding day. Izabella went above and beyond by bringing Kobe to our wedding in San Jose so he could be part of our special day. They absolutely didn’t have to do that, but they did it purely out of the kindness of their hearts, and it meant the world to us. Knowing Kobe was in such loving, capable hands allowed us to fully enjoy our wedding without worrying about him. Carlo and Izabella treat Kobe like family, and it’s clear how much they genuinely care about the dogs they watch. We are so incredibly grateful that we found them. There are amazing people on Rover, and Carlo and Izabella are proof of that. If you’re considering booking them, please, please, please do—you and your pup will be so glad you did!

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Brittney P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Yujin is wonderful with Cleo and Panda is a great playmate. Appreciated Yujin’s communication and flexibility!

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Amanda H.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in San Carlos on Rover is $84.36 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding 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 Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 6,687 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across San Carlos. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

92% of San Carlos sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which San Carlos landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their San Carlos home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your San Carlos.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your San Carlos sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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.

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 .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in CA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

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