Pet Sitting in San Rafael
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home a few times a day to feed and play with your pet.

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1. Audrey H.

“Audrey did a fantastic job taking care of my cats. She had great communication and follow through on everything that we agreed needed to be done. I would be happy to hire her again.”


2. Leyla R.

“Leyla is very patient with Hana, she spends lots of time during the meet and greet to warm up with her. She took good care for my cat during the visit, would definitely ask her to look after my cat again if needed.”


3. Rachel P.
“Rachel is a dog whisperer. She has a calming demeanor and provides loving, safe, training and caregiving for dogs. Our rescue dog (Oliver) adores Rachel! Rachel is so giving and so attuned to both dogs and their parents. Rachel provides advice in a non-judgmental and caring manner so that all of our dogs feel safe, and are happy and well adjusted. I so very highly recommend Rachel for training, dog walking, and caregiving.”


4. Lux H.

“Wonderful service! Thank you Lux! Very detailed with updates and sent various photos and videos! Lux offered to bring treats for the cats which ai am sure they Greatly enjoyed! We are back home and the kitties seem happy!”


5. Veronica V.

“Veronica provided outstanding care for our 2 dogs during her at home visits. Her genuine love for animals, punctuality, and attention to detail made us feel at ease. Highly recommended! ??”


6. Enlin W.

“Enlin was great! She was communicative, dependable, and friendly. She was very sweet with my dog and it seemed like they had a very fun time together. I would definitely use Enlin’s services again. Highly recommend!”


7. Andrew F.
“Andrew always is consistent and on time when he walks my three dogs. I trust him to provide loving and a safe time while walking my two big dogs and small dog around town. They always come back happy and well exercised. He provides pictures of them while they are out on walks with funny little comments.”


8. Tasha S.
“Tasha was amazing with my dog! Very responsible and attentive to care instructions. Will definitely be sending Shadow to her when I go on vacation!”


9. Rose R.

“Rose is a very good communicator, response very promptly and did a fantastic job, taking care of my two cats. When I got home, everything looked really clean and my cats were really happy.”


10. Gigi W.
About: I love animals of all shapes and sizes, dogs most of all. I am able to take care of your dog with concierge-like attention, to their needs, activity level and interests. I also won’t ever walk your dog with more than one dog, and always solo if necessary, as this is not my primary source of income. I work from home and have flexible hours, and I am centrally located around Fairfax and San Anselmo, where there are plenty of pretty walks and or hikes. I have one dog who basically gets along with any dog he comes across, unless your dog is a bit grumpy, then we will walk him separately for sure. I don’t walk more than two dogs at once and they need to be at the same energy level as well as temperament.


11. Lydia P.

“Lydia did a stellar job! She is reliable, on time and a she understands how to take of a cat, which is rare. I can tell she was here and actually paid attention to our cat because of the cat’s behavior when I got home. I would recommend her to another cat owner”


12. Caroline J.


“Caroline did a great job taking care of our senior cat.Her communication was excellent and I appreciated her thoughtful initiative. We will definitely use her again!”


13. Adrienne M.
“Adrienne is a very lovable & caring woman! She was a nanny for many years & has the qualities of a good pet or child care taker. She is reliable, positive & fun loving. Sincerely Judi”


14. Yaqueline R.

“Yaqueline was so amazing with our little cat Peanut!! She was super responsive and communicative throughout, and made us feel at ease that Peanut was well taken care of. Peanut can also be quite the dancer in the litterbox, but her space was nice and clean when we returned which was very nice. Would definitely recommend Yaqueline!!”


15. Devon C.

“Devon was very responsive before, during, and after visiting with my dog, Jackson. It was very reassuring to have her help while I was away.”




16. Thomas L.
“We are so lucky that Thomas is our most trusted caregiver for our dog child, Sandy, and home sitter for our spot in Sebastopol, CA. After considering our long list of good friends, colleagues, cohorts and family, we always only ever call Thomas and honestly if he's not a available, we postpone our trip until his schedule opens up. He's really the only one we trust to exercise Sandy and provide the loving attention we would if we were home. He's also very attentive to plants, all types, and our chickens ~ which we were so grateful he knew how to manage. Thank You Thomas for being so exceptionally attentive and caring!”


17. Leonard W.


“Leonard dropped in to check in our cat while we were away for the weekend. He was very communicative, provide photos and made sure to spend time playing with our girl :) he also helped out while we were away by bringing in packages and taking care of garbage day. We plan to use Leonard again for help with our pets!”


18. Pat R.

“Pat was an incredible help for my family! Pat helped with drop in visits to take care of my cat while my husband and I were in the hospital to give birth to our baby! Pat was flexible and understanding of the schedule changes, and most importantly she gave us a peace of mind — her updates and pictures of my cat Risa showed clearly that even though we had to leave her for almost a week, she was doing great and I didn’t need to stress! All of that in an extremely bad heatwave — Pat made sure to turn on fans and bring Risa to a room with AC on. Pat also made sure to text both my husband and me on Rover, so we both could get the updates. She checked in on us too, which we appreciated! In the few days that Pat helped us we felt like we had a trustworthy and caring friend and that something that is so rare to find! Thank you, Pat!”


19. Michael F.
“Michael F. is an absolute gem when it comes to caring for pets! His compassionate nature and genuine love for animals shine through in every interaction. He's provided exceptional care for my furry friends multiple times, ensuring their safety, happiness, and well-being. With Michael, I have peace of mind knowing my pets are in the best hands possible. His dedication to providing top-notch service sets him apart, and for that- we’re truly grateful!”


20. Olivia L.

“Olivia was everything we needed in a rover ! She was extra communicative, sent timely updates, and became our pups best friend. Highly recommend her!”
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Pet Sitting FAQs
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 Rafael on Rover as of Mar 2025 was about $29 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 Mar 2025, there are 1,378 pet sitters in San Rafael. 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, 87% of San Rafael pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in San Rafael have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 Rafael.
Rover makes it easy to find San Rafael 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 1,378 pet sitters in San Rafael on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In San Rafael, 93% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 91% offer medication administration, and 89% 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.
