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Sitter Profile Image: Brian M.
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Brian M.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 89 reviews
24 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Montgomery, AL, 36117

“Brian and Siri are fabulous pet sitters. They made us feel so comfortable leaving our dog in their care. We loved getting pictures daily! They’re the best!”

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Katlyn W.
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Lauren T.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 38 reviews
10 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Montgomery, AL, 36117

“Lauren did an excellent job. She was proactive in her communication, sent lots of photos, and was easy to work with. We will use again for sure.”

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Emily L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 150 reviews
48 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Montgomery, AL, 36107

“Kona absolutely loves staying here! He gets so excited every time we arrive, which gives me so much peace of mind. Emily takes such great care of him and always keeps me updated with photos and messages. It’s clear that he feels comfortable and happy while he’s there. I truly appreciate the love and attention she gives him. Highly recommend!”

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Casey J.
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Syieve & Elijah G.
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$30
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 59 reviews
25 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Montgomery, AL, 36106

“Super nice and friendly, gives updares and provides pictures every day and flexible on pickup and drop off times. Definitely recommend 💯 and will leave my dogs with her any day.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lee Ann D.
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Lee Ann D.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 94 reviews
21 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Montgomery, AL, 36105

“Lee Ann took great care of Callie while we were out of town. She sent pictures and comments most days so we knew Callie was having fun. Our two Goldens loved playing together.”

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Lori D.
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Mara R.
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$35
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
30 years of experience
Pike Road, AL, 36064

“Mara was absolutely wonderful! Very friendly, responsive, and caring. She kept me updated and took great care of my dog. I would definitely recommend her! 🐾💕”

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Stephanie B.
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$52
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Montgomery, AL, 36117

“Great experience. It's easy to see right away that Stephanie is an animal lover. We will definitely use her again! Thank you so much Stephanie. I think Casey is already missing you.”

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justyce j.
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$38
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 133 reviews
40 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Montgomery, AL, 36116

“Overall, everything was great. They treated Milo just like their own very sweet and great couple. Most definitely will return. also sent pictures to keep me updated.”

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Jasmine M.
Sitter Profile Image: Tracy M.
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Tracy M.
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$49
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
10 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Montgomery, AL, 36117

“I felt our black lab was well loved and taken care of with Tracy and his wife. We received lots of pictures and updates. Would rebook in the future.”

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Summer C.
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$27
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 58 reviews
17 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Wetumpka, AL, 36092

“Summer was amazing with our lab Lilly. She communicated with me great, sent pictures and updates. She was flexible with drop off and pick up times as we were going out of town. We will definitely use Summer again because our pup came home in the best mood unlike when we've boarder her in the past.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lark R.
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Lark R.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
6 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Prattville, AL, 36066

“Our girls enjoyed every minute of there extended stay with Lark and her family. From the moment we dropped them off she sent us regular updates and just pictures and videos showing us how they were settling in. As we travel often and they have to be with a sitter at times we are happy to have found Lark. We will definitely use them as our sitters again and refer them to anyone looking for quality pet sitters.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kel H.
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Kel H.
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$40
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 224 reviews
104 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Montgomery, AL, 36109

“I'm extremely picky about where I'll leave Remi. He's very high energy and very sensitive to new environments. He gets sick and loses weight at traditional kennels (learned this the hard way) so we don't use them. This was just a quick weekend trip, but we got lots of pictures & updates and picked up a happy, healthy, & very tired pup tonight :) Definitely recommend!!”

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Kaia & Desean H.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 107 reviews
56 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Auburn, AL, 36830

“Kaia was very responsive when scheduling our stay for Weller. We did a meet and greet and had pictures sent over his stay. Would definitely use them again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Annie D.
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Annie D.
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$26
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Auburn, AL, 36830

“This was Stella’s first stay with Annie and we had a great experience! Annie was super flexible, kept us updated throughout her stay, and was attentive to Stella’s needs. She made sure she was safe and comfortable and went above and beyond to take great care of her. We will absolutely book with Annie again!”

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Ann Marie M.
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$32
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 190 reviews
48 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Montgomery, AL, 36106

“She was amazing! My dogs were so tired when I picked them up from all the fun they had! She was very understanding to my dogs food allergy. She was great at communicating and sending photos. I will for sure book with her again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mike H.
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Mike H.
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$44
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Montgomery, AL, 36117

“I have just moved to the area and always left my baby lol with people that I knew and I knew no one in a strange town. Rover helped me find the perfect person, Mike and his family, and it was amazing. I’m really not sure that my dog wanted to come back home with me 🤪 my business trip went well, especially knowing that my baby was in good hands. There are not enough words to tell you how wonderful they were to him. I will definitely call again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sherry L.
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Sherry L.
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$45
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 40 reviews
9 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Montgomery , AL, 36117

“Sherry is an amazing caregiver. Our dogs are a bonded pair and she took extra care with that in mind. She kept up to date each day with pictures and how they were doing. Sherry is so loving and sweet and truly cares for her furry guests. Highly recommended Sherry if your looking for a trustworthy and loving pet provider.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Haley M.
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Haley M.
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Pike Road, AL, 36064

About: I pride myself on being dependable, communicating regularly with pet parents through updates and photos, and following each pet’s routine to help them feel safe and comfortable while you’re away. My goal is to provide not only exceptional care for your pets but also peace of mind for you. Pet care is a meaningful part of my weekly routine. I set aside time each day for walks, feeding, playtime, exercise, and companionship. I am dependable, flexible, and committed to providing safe, loving, and attentive care that keeps every pet happy, comfortable, and following their normal routine. I follow each pet’s routine with feeding, fresh water, walks, potty breaks, playtime, and lots of affection. I provide a safe, clean environment and regular updates.

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Imani D.
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$25
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Auburn, AL, 36832

“Imani is so sweet and Jack Jack absolutely loved her. Imani took great care of him and I will definitely be using her services again the future.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Claire D.
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Claire D.
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$35
per night
15 years of experience
Auburn, AL, 36832

About: I am a freshman majoring in Pre-Vet so I am very familiar with animals especially dogs. I grew up with dogs, have a dog of my own at home, sitting, walking, training, puppies, etc. I am currently a freshman student at Auburn but my school schedule is very flexible and I have many gaps throughout my days. My busiest day this semester is Wednesday. I always treat the house like it’s my own. I am a very clean, responsible, trustworthy person who cares about how my home feels, looks, and making sure it is comfortable for everyone. I prefer pets staying in my house.

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  • Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
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How to book dog boarding

  1. 1. Search

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Frequently asked questions about Rover

Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Shorter 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 Shorter.

<b>Tip:</b> 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 Shorter 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 AL 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.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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