Cat Sitting in San Francisco

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Sitter Profile Image: Joslyn H.
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Joslyn H.
$43
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
SF, CA, 94103

When I met Joslyn I instantly felt her warm and positive energy. She went above and beyond taking care of my cat Flora. It was not an easy job because Flora has experienced extreme trauma and she is an elderly cat. Where others would have given up, Joslyn was patient and not intimidated by Flora’s stressed demeanor. She took her time and slowly took the necessary steps to ensure she received the care she needed. I appreciated the videos and photos she took during each visit. She even brought in our mail and packages while we were away. I highly recommend her and plan on connecting with her in the future if I need cat sitting.

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Cassandra K.
Sitter Profile Image: Maria S.
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Maria S.
$50
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
6 repeat clients
30 years of experience
SF, CA, 94102

I am so glad I found Maria! She is reliable and my dog loves getting to hangout with her. I love reading the report cards after her visits and seeing the cute pictures she takes.

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Cristiana P.
Sitter Profile Image: Icarus L.
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Icarus L.
$39
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Western Addition, San Francisco, CA, 94102

Great sitter, very communicative and came home to happy cats!

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Max C.
Sitter Profile Image: Tami W.
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Tami W.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
225 reviews
53 repeat clients
50 years of experience
SF, CA, 94103

Tami is the absolute best — I’ve relied on her throughout the years to drop in and tend to my kitties while I’m out of town and will continue to be a repeat! Thanks for everything Tami! ❤️

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Erica K.
Sitter Profile Image: Olesia K.
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Olesia K.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Downtown, San Francisco, CA, 94109

Olesia dropped in every day to check in on my cat. She was prompt, added lots of photos, and followed all instructions really well. Would recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Monica E.
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Monica E.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
16 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Western Addition, San Francisco, CA, 94117

Monica was great! She was super accommodating to accept my last minute booking for my kitty Lulu. She came over to meet her and sent updates and photos during her check ins. Would definitely book again. Thanks Monica!

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Sitter Profile Image: Rayna B.
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Rayna B.
$33
total per visit
1 year of experience
SF, CA, 94102

About: I’ve taken care of both dogs and cats throughout my life. Recently, I started taking care of some of my friend’s pets and have gained valuable experience through them. I have taken care of cats of all sizes and energy levels, and have taken care of small-medium dogs. I’m currently working a full-time job from 7-4, but can swing before or after work, and during lunch time for an hour to take care of your pet! I am free weeknights after work, as well as on weekends. I can do drop-in care every 4 hours on weekdays, can stay overnight if needed, and/or can stay all day on the weekends. I do not have pets of my own, and live in a studio apartment so if your pet will be at my home, you will not need to worry about another pet being there. I have some plants that can be put away in a safe place if needed. If I will be staying at your home or doing drop-in care, I will make sure to treat it with respect and leave it how it was when I arrived.

Sitter Profile Image: louis F.
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louis F.
$26
total per visit
8 years of experience
Western Addition, San Francisco, CA, 94102

About: Hi! I’m Louis, and I’ve always enjoyed being around dogs and helping care for pets for friends and family. I’m active, dependable, and love spending time outdoors, making me a great fit for dogs who enjoy walks, exercise, and plenty of attention. I understand that every dog has their own personality, routine, and needs, and I take the time to make sure they feel comfortable, safe, and cared for while you’re away. Whether it’s a walk around the neighborhood, a drop-in visit, or extended care, I’ll treat your dog like they’re my own. I pride myself on being reliable, communicative, and attentive, and I’ll keep you updated with photos and messages so you can have peace of mind knowing your pet is in good hands. My goal is to make every visit a positive, fun, and stress-free experience for both you and your dog. I have a flexible schedule that allows me to provide dependable care and plenty of attention to every pet I work with. I’m an active person who spends a lot of time outdoors, and one of the things I love most about living in San Francisco is having access to so many amazing parks, trails, and green spaces for dogs to explore. I live just a short walk from Golden Gate Park and near several neighborhood parks, making it easy to give dogs the exercise, fresh air, and enrichment they need. Whether your dog enjoys long walks, playtime, or simply getting outside and exploring, I’ll make sure they have a fun, safe, and engaging experience. I believe great pet care starts with trust, communication, and respect. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I follow all instructions carefully, respect established routines, and treat every home with the same care and consideration I would expect in my own. I understand that every pet has unique needs, and I take the time to learn their habits, preferences, and boundaries so they feel comfortable and secure. When caring for dogs at my home, we spend plenty of time outdoors enjoying fresh air, exercise, and enrichment. I live in an apartment community with a dedicated dog area and am fortunate to be surrounded by parks and green spaces, including Golden Gate Park just a short walk away. Whether your dog enjoys exploring, socializing, or taking a relaxed stroll, I’ll make sure they stay active, safe, and happy while in my care. Throughout every visit, I’ll provide updates and photos so you can feel confident that your pet is receiving attentive and reliable care.

Sitter Profile Image: Stephen M.
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Stephen M.
$22
total per visit
2 years of experience
Downtown, San Francisco, CA, 94102

About: As a calm and dependable caregiver, I’ve successfully helped two Chihuahuas and an Australian Blue Heeler peacefully coexist in one home. If I can manage that dynamic with patience, care, and consistency, your pet will be in great hands. I currently work from home while running my own cosmetics company, which gives me a highly flexible schedule and allows me to provide attentive, reliable, and consistent care for your pets throughout the day to late evenings. I believe pets thrive when they’re given both attention and healthy outlets for their energy. For dogs, I enjoy taking them on walks, park visits, and play sessions tailored to their comfort level and their owner’s preferences. If appropriate and approved, I’m comfortable supervising off leash time in safe fenced areas or open parks with well behaved pets. For cats, I make sure they receive patience, affection, and interactive play time so they stay stimulated, relaxed, and comfortable while their owner is away. My goal is always to help pets feel safe, cared for, and well rested by the time their family returns home.

Sitter Profile Image: Caitlin C.
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Caitlin C.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
SF, CA, 94117

Caitlin is incredible! She was very professional, easy to work with, and clearly passionate about working with animals. I recommend her services to anyone seeking a loving caretaker for their pets. :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Mike E.
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Mike E.
$26
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
83 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Western Addition, San Francisco, CA, 94102

About: One of the biggest stressors for your pets is being dropped off and left in unfamiliar settings. You travel, I will care for your fur babies at their house. Stress lowered for all. My life is dedicated to animal care and enrichment. I work with everything from tigers, lions, chimpanzees, senior dogs to 1 day old kittens. My animal care training consists of medical applications, animal safety, animal emergency, overall health and diet. I understand that our pet are like our children, our family and treat all animals with respect and kindness, but firm enough to be in charge of chaotic situations (dog parks). Volunteering at Muttville Senior Dog Rescue in their vet clinic taught me important tips on”reading” animals behavior and to be in tune with the animals overall health, both physical and mental. A large component of working with animals is communication with their owners. I am friendly with strong communications skills so you’ll have complete confidence in me watching after your "kids." I just moved back to San Francisco from San Diego where I was a zoo keeper at the Safari Park. Now back in S.F. my schedule is wide open to care for your pets. I will care for your pets as if they were my own. Safety is always first during all of my visits with your furry kids.

Sitter Profile Image: Yue Yue W.
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Yue Yue W.
$26
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
166 reviews
60 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA, 94108

Yue was great! Went above and beyond taking care of our cat while we were away. Great communication, very responsive and detailed drop in reports. Would definitely book with her again!

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Suzana R.
Sitter Profile Image: Micaela B.
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Micaela B.
$56
total per visit
1 year of experience
South Of Market, San Francisco, CA, 94103

About: I’m naturally very patient, gentle, and funny with animals. I understand that every pet has a different personality and comfort level, so I always adapt to their needs and routine. I love creating a calm and safe environment where pets feel comfortable, loved, and cared for while their owners are away. I’ve had dogs my whole life back in Argentina, over 5 dogs and 2 cats throughout the years. Caring for animals has always been a natural part of my life. Now that I live on my own, I have the time and flexibility to provide attentive, loving, and reliable pet care for your little one🫶 During the week I’m working and studying full time but I’m fully available on weekends and can dedicate plenty of time, attention, walks, playtime, and loving care to your pets. I always prioritize making pets feel safe, calm, and comfortable in their environment. I pay close attention to routines, behavior, feeding instructions, and any special needs. I’m very respectful of clients’ homes and make sure pets receive lots of attention, affection, and care while maintaining a clean and safe space for them.

Sitter Profile Image: Maria N.
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Maria N.
$49
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
182 reviews
33 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Western Addition, San Francisco, CA, 94102

Maria was terrific! Great communication, and she was able to help us out on short notice during a chaotic holiday travel season. Highly recommended!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sabrina H.
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Sabrina H.
$43
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
7 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Downtown, San Francisco, CA, 94102

Sabrina was fantastic! Easy to work with and find a suitable schedule. I went on a two week vacation with late notice, and I really couldn't have done it without Sabrina. She was always on time and always sent pictures and video clips of the cats. My Sophie really liked her, and I couldn't be happier how it all turned out. Thank you so much, Sabrina!

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Jay O.
Sitter Profile Image: Andreya A.
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Andreya A.
$45
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
17 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Downtown, San Francisco, CA, 94102

Andreya is just the BEST! My kitties want me to find somewhere to go so she will come back and play with them again soon. Many thanks Andreya!

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Mia R.
Sitter Profile Image: William C.
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William C.
$49
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
187 reviews
67 repeat clients
21 years of experience
South Of Market, San Francisco, CA, 94103

William is truly a professional and a great person. My dog doesn't trust strangers and I struggled in trying to find someone who would be able to handle him. William provided specialty care and was able to bond with him. He knows how to make dogs trust him. William took care of my dog for a week, and when I returned my dog was super relaxed, happy, and well taken care of.

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Sitter Profile Image: Hannah P.
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Hannah P.
$35
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Mission, San Francisco, CA, 94110

We cannot thank Hannah enough for the incredible care she provided for our two cats over 15 days. One of our cats fell very sick right before our trip—he was lethargic, malnourished, and required daily medication and a special ointment for his ears. We were so worried about leaving him, but Hannah put us completely at ease. When we returned, our sick cat was like a different animal—he had gained weight, was active, and clearly felt much better. It’s clear that Hannah went above and beyond to ensure he received his medication and care with patience and love. On top of that, our cats are messy eaters, but when we came home, the apartment was spotless. Hannah even cleaned the bathroom and kitchen, which we greatly appreciated. Hannah’s dedication, professionalism, and genuine love for animals shine through in everything she does. We couldn’t have asked for a better caregiver, and we will definitely be booking her again in the future. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Charles R.
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Charles R.
$33
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
160 reviews
61 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Downtown, San Francisco, CA, 94102

Charles did a fantastic job. Both my cat and my dog were very happy and content when I got home, and the pictures the updates clearly showed how much they enjoyed hanging with him. Thanks Charles!

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Callan G.
Sitter Profile Image: Sanaz S.
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Sanaz S.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
7 repeat clients
11 years of experience
SF, CA, 94115

Sanaz took great care of our boys (2 cats) for the second time! They seem to really love hanging out with her and she always sends tons of photos. She even stopped by an extra day last minute when we needed her :)

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Blakely G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Alex was so friendly and nice! I loved seeing all the photos and how well she was taking care of Leilani and keeping her engaged and happy!

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

Eric is fantastic--lovely communication and thoughtful care. We immediately rebooked and will continue to do so. Highly recommend.

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

Xinyuan couldn’t have been more generous with her care and patience with my cat - who is very skittish but eventually came around to play with her! Super grateful to have had her again and couldn’t trust anyone more.

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

Kayla did an amazing job caring for BB while I was away. She sent me pictures and was quick to respond when I messaged her. She went out of her way for me and BB and it was really appreciated 💕

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Kayla E.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lola loves Ferlanti and she even cuddles with her, which is a huge sign. Lola is always well taken care of and I really appreciate how communicative Ferlanti is.

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

Yue Yue was great! So responsive to me and patient with both my pets, I will absolutely be booking her again in the future!

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Madison H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I cannot praise David enough. Excellent communication, has cared for my kitties multiple times each time with it unique challenge. I am grateful for his care and support.

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

We once again relied on Patty to help watch our cat while we were traveling overseas and were again very grateful for the wonderful care and updates she shared for every visit! She paid special attention to Kitty’s quirks and needs and gave her just the right attention and play that her shy but loving nature needs! Also appreciated Patty always refilling Kitty’s puzzle toys after every visit so she’d be left with some entertainment between visits! Thanks again Patty!

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

Julia is a wonderful pet sitter and I am so grateful! I love all the pictures she sends and we have booked her before on my partners account so it helps that my sweet cat Chai is familiar with her.

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

William was fantastic! He handled all of my cat’s general and special needs carefully, and my cat absolutely adored him as seen in some of the pics I got to receive every day! I came home to a happy, relaxed, and well cared for little man. Super reliable, communicative, and clearly great with animals. Highly recommend.

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Lydia Y.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Veronica was able to jump in and take care of my 5 year old cat relatively last minute. She sent great photo and text updates, which were helpful as my cat was transitioning to eating a new type of food while we were away. Would highly recommend + book again!

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Emma W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sanaz took great care of our boys (2 cats) for the second time! They seem to really love hanging out with her and she always sends tons of photos. She even stopped by an extra day last minute when we needed her :)

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Blakely G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

It was the first time I left my extremely needy Sphynx cat for so long - 2 weeks - while my boyfriend was working. Monica was so great with her and extremely flexible with a schedule that was constantly changing. Thanks Monica!

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

Summer is amazing!! She is super attentive, communicative and went above all expectations. Truly felt that my cat Ron was being cared for by a sweet loving energy! He was very happy and healthy when I got back home.

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

Robert is fantastic! Very reliable, communicative, and trustworthy. Our cat doesn’t always like new people but loved his time with Robert!

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Grace L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Beatrice is great! She has experience with cats and genuinely connects with them. She was very responsive and sent really sweet photos of our cats which helped us relax while we were out of town, knowing she was checking in on them and giving them pets. Thank you, Beatrice!

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Marina Hope W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Couldn’t have asked for a better first Rover experience. Cameron was a dream to work with from the start and we knew from the first test visit that our cat, Ollie, also liked her. She was responsive, responsible, proactive, and clearly knows cats. Her updates and photos were thorough and kept us assured throughout the trip that Ollie was well taken care of. We would not hesitate to work with Cameron again.

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

Elena is the best! We had pet sitters in the past but they never really played with our kitties. Elena really plays with them and they have a great time. We love her!

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

Andrea was super professional and very easy to communicate with. I’d definitely consider rebooking next time I’m away.

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

Sylvia was great! Highly recommend hiring her. Our cat was very taken care of and we will definitely be hiring Sylvia again soon.

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Bryce F.
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in San Francisco on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $31 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 2,860 cat sitters in San Francisco. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 82% of San Francisco cat sitters respond in under an hour.

Cat sitters in San Francisco have an average of 14 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in San Francisco.

Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? San Francisco cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.

There are 2,860 cat sitters in San Francisco on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In San Francisco, 95% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 91% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.

Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.

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