Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in San Jose, Albuquerque
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1. Laney L.
“Laney is AMAZING! Her communication skills are the best. She was quick and very responsive. She put all my worries at ease and sent amazing pictures daily! I will definitely be using her again in the future.”
2. Jolyne M.
“Jolyne has been great! She is dependable, leaves funny pet commentary about her visits, and had no issue with a special needs pet. Would recommend!”
3. Erika P.
“Erika is wonderful and insightful and intuitive with cats. She picks up on their subtle cues and adjusts her care accordingly. I’m so grateful she was able to care for my kitty”
4. Jessica B.
“Jessica was a great cat sitter! All instructions were followed and she was great at communicating. Skittles seemed very happy upon my return! I would book with her again.”
5. Sharee W.
“Having Sharee watch my 75lb pit bull mix for 2 weeks was the best decision I could’ve made! I received daily updates via text, pictures and my sweet boy went on 2 walks a day! Sharee stuck to his strict diet and feeding times as well. This wasn’t the first time I’ve used their services and definitely won’t be the last! 10/10 would recommend!”
6. Samantha G.
“Samantha is one of the most caring people I know! She absolutely loves dogs and loves taking care of them. She has, without any hesitation, adopted and cared for dogs that needed a better owner, even traveling across country to pick them up and bring them home. There is no better person to watch and care for your pets for those moments when you’re unable to. Your search for a pet sitter can absolutely stop here!”
7. Jack K.
“Jack is great! They sent us multiple photos and check in updates and helped ease our minds while we were away. Big plus that Jack also spent some quality time with our cats, too. Highly recommend.”
8. Casper N.
“Cass did a great job dropping in to take care of our dogs. He is very reliable and sent pictures and updates daily! We’d definitely use him again!”
9. Greg F.
“Greg is amazing! He was able to help us out last minute and our Kenzie loved him. He spent time with both my cat and dog and gave them cuddles and attention when we were away. Highly recommend him!”
10. Carolina G.
“Carolina is a very caring and responsible cat and dog caregiver. I have known Carolina almost a decade and during that time I have seen her care for kittens, cats, puppies, and dogs. She grew up with animals, so she has a very natural instinct for care for animals. I can strongly recommend Carolina to be a pet caregiver. She will make a very kind, friendly, responsible, and warm pet caregiver.”
11. Melissa F.
“I couldn't be happier with the care Melissa provided for my dog, Pixie! From the moment I met her, I knew Pixie was in great hands. Melissa was attentive to all of Pixie's needs, ensuring she was well-fed, walked, and given plenty of love and attention. I especially appreciated the updates she sent, which reassured me that Pixie was having a wonderful time. Melissa's dedication and genuine love for animals shine through in every aspect of her care. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog sitter!”
12. Skyler M.
“Skyler did such a great job catsitting for our two kitties!! She was very communicative and sent pictures while we were gone. Skyler made sure she knew how to administer our cats medications before we left, and we felt confident in her with her past experience. I would definitely recommend Skyler to anyone needing a reliable pet sitter:)”
13. Tom A.
“Tom was my next door neighbor for a few years and remained my go to cat sitter for many years after that. He's great with animals, and thorough and dilligent with any special instructions, on top of being just a generally wonderful human being. Your pets will be in excellent hands with him.”
14. Mercedes V.
“Mercedes did an amazing job with our 2 medium sized dogs and cat. I felt very comfortable leaving them with her after our meet and greet. She kept us well informed with pictures and adorable videos. Love that she showed us where she took them on walks. Even our shy rescue dog warmed up quickly to Mercedes! We will definitely use her again!”
15. Jen L.
“Jen was fantastic for my last minute pop-up trip. Responsive, timely, friendly to my animal, and easy to work with. My pup loved playing with her and took to her naturally. Gladly will be using her again in the future.”
16. Marcus H.
“Marcus is kind and caring. We had him for drop in visits for our 2 cats while we were out of town. He did everything we asked and was very trustworthy and responsive.”
17. Nadine A.
“Nadine was very communicative and eager to help. We appreciate her looking after our rabbits and would definitely hire her again.”
18. Grace T.
“Grace did a wonderful job taking care of my Sofi! Lots of happy pictures!”
19. Joanna A.
“JoAnna has taken care of mine and several of my family's pets and has always been excellent. She is very caring and attentive to each animal she has watched providing them the love they need while I or my family were away. I would highly recommend her.”
20. Gwen S.
“Gwen did an excellent drop in visit when I was out of town for a trip. Would recommend!”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in San Jose on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 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 Jul 2024, there are 116 pet sitters in San Jose. 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, 89% of San Jose pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in San Jose have an average of 15 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 San Jose.
Rover makes it easy to find San Jose 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 116 pet sitters in San Jose on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In San Jose, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 90% offer medication administration, and 80% 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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