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Josh B.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 41 reviews
10 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Northeast, Raleigh, NC, 27604

“Josh was super amazing with our pups! I felt very much at ease going out of town knowing they were in good hands. :) He sent pictures throughout the weekend and had very good communication. I will definitely recommend to family and friends and will look forward to using his services in the future if he is available. :)”

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Michael P.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
14 years of experience
Knightdale, NC, 27545

About: With more than 10 years of experience caring for dogs, I have had the opportunity to work with all types of breeds, sizes, ages, and temperaments. My experience includes caring for energetic puppies, senior dogs, large and small breeds, and dogs with a wide range of personalities and individual needs. I am patient, dependable, attentive, and comfortable adapting my care to each dog’s unique routine and temperament. I understand the importance of providing a safe, loving, and comfortable environment while ensuring that every dog receives the attention, exercise, companionship, and care they need. Over the years, customers have greatly enjoyed my services and appreciated my friendly, caring, and likable personality. I have built positive relationships with both dogs and their owners, earning trust through reliable care and genuine compassion for animals. My goal is always to make sure every dog feels happy, comfortable, and well cared for while in my care. I work full time but dont work a typical 9-5 so Im very flexible and able to work around most schedules. And rarely take vacations so weekends are typically open. I have a great dane who wants to be freinds with anything with 4 legs and definitely two legs. Hes not territorial or aggressive. So keeping your pet here would be a fun time for everyone. Back yard is not fenced so your dog would always be on a leash. But we would go for walks pending your approval as I live in a perfect neighborhood for walking.

Sitter Profile Image: Arthur B.
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Arthur B.
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$63
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Southeast, Raleigh, NC, 27610

“Arthur is always timely and diligent with my girls, which can get exhausting as I have two very high energy, large-breed dogs. He does amazing with Mandy's medication administration which is still going through some adjustments as we find the right dosages. He gives them lots of active time and makes sure they're more than cared for and loved while I'm away!”

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Nicole O.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
10 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Northeast, Raleigh, NC, 27616

“Nicole was fantastic with my senior pups during her housesitting stay! Mobility issues and medications were handled with great care. Lots of cute pics were provided and my pups soaked up every minute of love and attention. Nicole has stellar communication skills and was very flexible when I had a last minute change in plans. I will definitely book her housesitting services again. I highly recommend her services!”

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Suzie M.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 155 reviews
48 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Clayton, NC, 27520

About: I have had cats since 2000. My first two cats, Monster and Marcea, lived to be 23 and 18 years old respectively. I have experience taking care of senior cats, cats who need medicine, and special needs cats. My cat, Millie, lost one of her eyes due to an iris melanoma. I have an Instagram page called Adventures in Cat Sitting to share some pictures and fun stories. If you’d prefer that I not include any pictures of your cats from your booking, please let me know. I am a recently retired teacher (27 years of experience) and have an open and flexible schedule. I am available during weekdays, weekends, and with enough notice, holidays. I live in an apartment with my two cats, Millie and Maverick. They are both rescue kitties who are strictly indoor kitties. They get regular vet visits, and in recent years, extra vet visits for my special needs cat, Millie.

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Sarah J.
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$63
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
4 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Clayton, NC, 27527

“Sarah did a great job! She stayed to watch our cats for almost 2 weeks. The house was tidy when we got back and she was really responsive when I checked in. She even managed to keep our fat cat from getting fatter which is a a triumph in itself.”

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Iyana H.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Wendell, NC, 27591

About: I’ve assisted my aunt during her Rover experience for two years, I’ve rescued and TNR’d neighborhood street cats for two years, and I have an 8 year old dog and a 2 year old dog back in New York! I recently moved to the area and am living with family, so my animals are not with me until I secure independent housing—they are with family that were still in my old area. I’m a full-time college student in graduate school and I work full-time, both of these commitments are virtual. This leaves me relatively free to prioritize the care your loved pets need! I currently am not offering to pet sit in my own home as I currently live with family, but when watching other peoples dogs I take the same precautions as I would with my own dogs as you can never guarantee their behavior and how they respond to situations or other people. I would ensure the environment is safe, and if we go out into the community, I would be aware of my surroundings and take every precaution as if they were my own!

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$115
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
1 repeat client
9 years of experience
Clayton, NC, 27527

“Alora did a wonderful job taking care of our dogs and cat while we were away on vacation. She was reliable, communicative, and gave us peace of mind knowing our pets were in great hands. She provided lots of photos and updates. We came home to happy, well-cared-for animals, and we couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter. We’d definitely recommend her!”

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Aaron B.
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$29
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5 years of experience
Wendell, NC, 27591

About: Ive taken care of dogs since I was young. Im available a lot more than other sitters. I have experience outside of rover of taking care of dogs I take care of my dogs everyday. I feed them and make sure I take them on walks to keep them in shape and active. I take care of them by feeding them and giving them water to drink. I take them outside to play fetch and I take them on walks

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Al G.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 183 reviews
52 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Northeast, Raleigh, NC, 27616

“We had a great experience and couldn’t be happier with the care provided for our pets! He stayed at our home for three nights and was professional, reliable, and respectful of our home throughout the entire stay. We returned to find everything just as we left it, which gave us peace of mind. It’s not always easy trusting someone with your pets and your home, but he made the experience stress free. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy and dependable pet sitter. We will definitely be booking with him again for future trips!”

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Cora H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Southwest, Raleigh, NC, 27603

“Cora did an excellent job with my first baby Tiller, while we were in the hospital for an extended stay to have my actual first baby. Regular updates and enjoyed her time watching tiller live her best life”

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Michelle L.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 60 reviews
10 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Selma, NC, 27576

“Michelle was fantastic and our dogs loved her so much! They had a fantastic vacation while we were on vacation too! Definitely will have her back!”

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Jessica C.
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Tara S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
6 years of experience
Raleigh, NC, 27609

“This was our 1st time using Tara to sit with our 2 dogs. She was excellent at communicating and sharing pics of our pets. We wouldn't hesitate to use her again and can highly recommend.”

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Tayler M.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
3 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Northeast, Raleigh, NC, 27604

“Tayler was great with both our senior and younger dog. They have different needs and Tayler was very caring with them both and they were happy and calm after their time with her. Highly recommend!”

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Madison P.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
30 years of experience
Raleigh, NC, 27609

“Maddy was very attentive to both the both of my dogs needs. She treated them very well, sent frequent pictures and updates left the house clean and organized, and I will certainly use her again.”

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Brenna O.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Raleigh, NC, 27601

“Brenna is super nice and sweet. Tango loves her. I used her for in home sitting. She is very considerate of your space and listens to everything you ask. I even asked for a walk as close to the end time as possible because I wasn’t sure when I would be but she had to leave a little early however she made sure she came back after the end time which she didn’t have to to ensure Tango wasn’t left inside without a walk for a significant amount of time, which I really appreciated.”

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Darnell Y.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Southeast, Raleigh, NC, 27610

About: I have been living around animals since I was a little boy hamster ,rabbits ,cats dogs ,and hermit crabs so I love animals and will care for them the best of my ability I have a open schedule to care for your pet needs with lots and lots of love and outdoor ,play time we will have lots of fun I will follow the routine that is given to me. I will communicate within timely manner to make sure all the dog needs are meet properly

Sitter Profile Image: Cassidy S.
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Cassidy S.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 60 reviews
20 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Clayton, NC, 27520

About: Hey, I’m Cassidy! I worked as a Veterinary Assistant for over 5 years before transitioning into pet sitting full time, and I’ve cared for animals my entire life. Between my vet assistant background, my own pets, and years of hands-on pet care, I’m comfortable caring for pups and kitties of different ages, sizes, personalities, routines, and medical needs. I currently offer house sitting and drop-in visits, so your pets can stay comfortable in their own home while still getting the care, attention, and routine they’re used to. Whether your pet needs walks, playtime, meals, medication, snuggles, potty breaks, or just a calm presence while you’re away, I’ll do my best to make sure they feel safe, loved, and cared for. I know how important it is to trust the person caring for your pets and your home. I’m happy to follow detailed instructions, keep you updated with photos and messages, and help with small home tasks like bringing in mail, watering plants, or keeping things tidy while you’re gone. My goal is to make your time away as stress-free as possible for both you and your pets. I want them to feel like their routine stayed familiar, their needs were met, and they had a friend looking out for them the whole time. Feel free to reach out with any questions or details about your pet’s routine- I’d love to learn more about them and see if we’d be a good fit! I currently have a flexible schedule, which allows me to prioritize pet care throughout the day. For house sitting, I’m able to spend plenty of time with your pets in their own home and keep their routine as normal as possible. For drop-in visits, I make sure each visit includes whatever your pet needs most — meals, potty breaks, walks, playtime, medication, litter box care, or just some extra love and attention. I do step out for errands, appointments, and occasional outings, but I always plan my schedule around the pets in my care and their specific needs. My goal is to make sure your pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while you’re away. I currently house sitting and drop-in visits and I love that this allows pets to stay in their familiar environment, stick to their normal routines, and feel more comfortable while their people are away. When caring for pets in your home, I follow your instructions closely and treat your space with respect. I’m mindful with doors, gates, leashes, feeding routines, medications, and any house rules you have in place. During outdoor time, I always keep a close eye on pets, whether we’re going for a walk, having supervised yard time, or taking a quick potty break. My goal is to keep your pets safe, comfortable, and cared for while giving you peace of mind with updates along the way.

Sitter Profile Image: Dawn R.
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Dawn R.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 79 reviews
27 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Northeast, Raleigh, NC, 27616

“Dawn was incredible! We came home to two very happy, healthy, and well loved pups. I was unavailable to contact sometimes due to our trip and she was still very diligent in sending photos, videos, and updates! My larger pup has had some health scares and Dawn was very detailed in her notes and was willing to take her to the vet immediately upon a small change in behavior but waited for my input ☺️. I will definitely be reaching out to Dawn in the future for any of our needs. I’ve never felt so confident and comfortable in the care our dogs received. We got our honeymoon and our dogs got almost two weeks of spoiling! Not to mention that this was a last minute booking due to our other sitter canceling with less than a weeks notice for a 12 day trip!!”

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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 35 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Zebulon, NC, 27597

“Jessica was a Godsend. Due to a last minute sitter cancellation that left me scrambling for a long work trip, I found Jessica. Then right before my trip, my pup got an injury. I walked through everything with Jessica and with her prior experience caring for fosters, I knew he was in the right hands while I was away. She took amazing care of my guy, kept me up to date on everything and sent loads of pictures of my guy. I am forever grateful for the care she provided while I was away for an extended period and helping Beckham recover from his injury. Highly recommend booking with Jessica!”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Alyssa did a fantastic job sitting for our dogs, cat and tortoise. We returned home to a houseful of happy energized critters. She sent us daily photos and updates and we couldn't be happier. We will be contacting Alyssa in the future when we travel again. We can't thank her enough.

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Barb I.
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I couldn’t ask for a better sitter than Charity..my Onyx loves her & she really took care of things when my place got flooded while I was overseas.. she made sure my Onyx was ok during the whole flooding chaos. I would love to use Charity in any future sittings I have & highly recommend her to anyone looking for the perfect House/Dog sitter! Thank you from the bottom of my heart Charity.. God bless you always. 🙏🏾✊🏾🤎

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Akenese T.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Amy is the best! The pictures/videos, and updates she sends about Charlie are always the best. I know that Charlie is in great hands when Amy is watching him.

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Leah B.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

10 Stars Super Duper Star Sitter indeed! We booked Miranda at the last minute when our scheduled pup sitter had a medical emergency before a week-long trip out of town. Our 3 dogs loved her; she provided multiple updates a day with pictures, and our house was immaculate when we returned. Would love to have her watch our pups and our house again in the future

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Christopher O.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alana was wonderful with our dogs!! Such a kind person and great communication. 100% would book her again!

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Dax L.
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The average cost of House Sitting in Shotwell is $32 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $30 and $91 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of November 2026, there are 2,440 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Shotwell. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Shotwell walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Shotwell maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Shotwell choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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.

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 pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet 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.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.

During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.

sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Shotwell. On Rover:

  • 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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