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Sitter Profile Image: Hadija B.
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Hadija B.
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$63
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5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
34 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Middlesex, NJ, 08846

Hadija is the best! We are so grateful for her thoughtful and attentive care for our dog. She is such a great communicator, sharing frequent updates and adorable photos. We especially appreciated her kindness and support she gave to our dog when they had an upset stomach for a few days. Hadija helped to keep our dog comfortable and to figure out ways to help her feel better. We highly recommend Hadija for housesitting! We know our dog has a strong connection with her and we are grateful to know she is in such good hands while we are away.

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Angelina J.
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$75
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4.9 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
20 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Franklin Township, NJ, 08873

Angelina is great, we have her house sitting services for over a year and she has looked after our 2 pups nearly 10 times. She is very trustworthy, great with our dogs, one gets daily medication for his arthritis. Our house is always very clean when we return from our travels. She always keeps us updated on our pups, we absolutely have peace of mind when leaving our pups with her. Will recommend her 100%

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Michael d.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
23 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Edison, NJ, 08817

Michael was pleasant, on time and most importantly my frenchie took to him right away! Great experience

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Liana D.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Middlesex, NJ, 08846

Liana was wonderful and took great care of my dogs. She communicated with me sending me pictures and updates. She followed my care instructions beautifully and my home was clean upon my return. She was also very flexible when our flights were canceled. I definitely plan on using her again in the future. She do a great job!

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Kara R.
Sitter Profile Image: Mariia V.
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Mariia V.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Far North, Somerville, NJ, 08876

We had an amazing experience with our sitter, Mariia! She took incredible care of our five dogs—Leo, Luna, Mika, Azul, and Arya. Handling five dogs is no easy task, but she was so patient, attentive, and truly caring with each one. We received amazing, daily, and detailed updates, which made us feel completely at ease knowing our babies were safe and loved. We came home to happy, relaxed fur babies, which says everything. We would absolutely book again and highly recommend sweet Mariia to anyone looking for a reliable and loving pet sitter.

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Quincy S.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
2 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Somerset, NJ, 08873

Excellent pet sitter! Quincy stayed in our home and took great care of our cats. He was attentive to our instructions, and our cats were happy at home with him. Highly recommend Quincy for your pet care needs!

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Eleanor L.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Highland Park, NJ, 08873

Eleanor was wonderful with my 3 dogs. She sent lots of pictures. The girls were happy and well taken care of. They got plenty of outdoor time and playtime with Eleanor. Would highly recommend Eleanor

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Bryan H.
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$35
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15 years of experience
North Brunswick Township, NJ, 08902

About: I am a Middle School Counselor off for the summer so my availability is incredibly flexible. I’ve had dogs in my family home since I was in middle school until today. My current dog Moonshine is a Beaglier who is the sweetest girl in the whole world! I have years of experience professionally working with families and children including in-home therapy, so I am comfortable traveling to homes in a professional setting. As a School Counselor, I am currently off of work for the summer so my weekday availability is very flexible. I can plan my daily/weekly living tasks around your needs. I have spent years of my professional career working with children and families. For part of my career that included in-home therapy, so I am comfortable and accustomed to entering homes in a professional setting. My top priority is respecting your home and your pet. My Beaglier, Moonshine, is happy to provide a positive review!

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Bria N.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
13 years of experience
New Brunswick, NJ, 08901

Bria was an incredible cat sitter. She administered his meds, played with him and sent us pictures of him regularly while we were away. She came a few days before to get acquainted too! Don’t hesitate to book her we will be booking her again!

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Maddie D.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
New Brunswick, NJ, 08901

About: I grew up taking care of my childhood dog, and then I extended that experience in the Rutgers University Companion Animal Club assisting in the public access training of future service dogs. I also spent a year as a kennel technician in Old Bridge, NJ taking care of puppies & preparing them for their forever homes. I am very flexible, I usually work in New Brunswick Monday-Friday from 9-4:30pm, but I can do my work from home if needed which helps a lot. I will discuss individual preferences with clients to meet their desires. I live very close to a big park and am able to take walks whenever.

Sitter Profile Image: Calli P.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
14 years of experience
New Brunswick, NJ, 08901

I was so fortunate to have found Calli when I needed someone to be gentle and affectionate toward my senior dog and approachable for my younger dog. She tended to Foxy with so much care because of her recent injury and Singha warmed up to her too which surprised me. I will certainly have Cali be their caregiver again. I recommend Calli as a five star sitter.

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Jennifer C.
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$65
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4.9 out of 5 stars
113 reviews
49 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Hillsborough, NJ, 08844

At the risk of writing such a glowing review that Jennifer becomes so popular that she's no longer available to watch our boys, I have to say having her pet sit was an across the board excellent experience. Our prior sitter bailed on us last minute and Jennifer came through with professionalism on very short notice. She came very prepared and took notes on how we like to have things done. The photos she sent every few days of our trip made us very comfortable with the level of care our boys were receiving and made it clear how much they enjoyed her company. I think it's safe to say they are still missing her! I highly recommend hiring Jennifer, and look forward to doing so again soon!

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Laura K.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
29 repeat clients
15 years of experience
New Brunswick, NJ, 08901

She did so great with my two cats and one was a baby. She even helped me get them to get along which I couldn’t do. Shes the best! I had no issues or problems at all.

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Anoti B.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
25 years of experience
Franklin Township, NJ, 08873

About: I’ve been a professional pet caregiver for the last 25 years, so it’s safe to say I’ve seen it all! Whether it’s a high-energy dog walk or quality time with a picky cat, I’m all about positive reinforcement and understanding what makes each pet tick. I also have extensive experience with TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) and managing feral colonies, so I’m very comfortable with shy, nervous, or 'difficult' personalities. From adventurous pups to senior cats who just want a quiet head scratch, I’m here to make sure every animal feels safe and loved while you’re away. I take my job seriously, but my main goal is to be the best part of your pet's day! As a teacher, my schedule for pet sitting is mostly part-time, but I’m very flexible and always try my best to accommodate your needs! Whether you need a regular mid-day check-in or a last-minute visit, I’m happy to work with you to find a time that fits perfectly for your pet. Just send me a message and we can make it work! Requests a meet n greet only if the location is convenient for both parties...🙏🏼. When your dog stays with us, they’re truly part of the family! We share our home with two very friendly cats who are used to having canine visitors, and my entire household is made up of skilled animal lovers. Because we’re a family of 'pet people,' your pup will get constant attention, rounds of play, and plenty of couch cuddles. If your dogs are cat-friendly and love being around people, they’re welcome to stay with us for as long as they need—we’ll treat them just like one of our own!

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Jennifer A.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
99 reviews
37 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Sayreville, NJ, 08872

My wife and I just had Jennifer stay with our dog for the very first time …. it was perfect! Wylie and Jennifer got along great! Jennifer made him feel loved and comfortable. Wylie has a strong attachment to my wife, but Jennifer won him over. While the Rover website is great and easy to work with, Jennifer walked us through the process, explained what she could do and made us feel good about leaving Wylie in the hands of a complete stranger (a stranger no more). We were equally impressed with how well Jennifer treated our home. We were gone overnight and Jennifer stayed with Wylie in our home. There is no question that I very highly recommend Jennifer to anyone who is the least bit nervous about having a pet-sitter. We plan on using her every chance we get!

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Michelina S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
Edison, NJ, 08817

About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 13. I currently have a mini goldeen doodle who I have trained myself! He loves all his furry friends and loves giving kisses as well! I currently work from home so I have lots of time to spend with any pup and take on potty breaks! We also get in some nap time as well! For day care I am available from 7am to 7pm! If you need any extra hours I can make arrangements with an extra fee! I have a decently sized apartment that has lots of room to play. Hulk loves to share all his toys and play with his furry friends! I have a gated area for my kitchen as well!

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Tiaesha F.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
155 reviews
32 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Edison, NJ, 08837

2nd time using Tiaesha and I will use her without hesitation again and again. One of my dogs always is hesitant at first but Tiaesha knows exactly how to get her to warm up to her and they are best friends from there after.

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Jessica N.
Sitter Profile Image: Kiera V.
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Kiera V.
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$35
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8 years of experience
New Brunswick, NJ, 08901

About: With experience of caring of dogs for almost my whole life I have understood animal behavior, understanding their physical needs of being outside, and their time for cuddles on the couch. I love animals of all sizes and quantity. I currently have three of them myself and love them with my whole heart. That same passion goes into my work ethic as well when with others doggos! Pet care works into my early morning routine and as a student I keep myself on a tight schedule. Your pets routines are just as important as mine. I take great consideration into the dogs I care for. I will ensure a environment free of any harm including medications that are far from reach for dogs, food put away so they do not get sick and inspect what they are eating as well.

Sitter Profile Image: Celestine C.
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Celestine C.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Highland Park, NJ, 08904

Celestine was reliable, communicative, and kept me updated with photos and messages throughout the stay, which gave me great peace of mind! I came home to a happy, well-cared-for cat and a tidy apartment. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy sitter!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Michelle H.
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Michelle H.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
9 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Somerset, NJ, 08873

Michelle was terrific handling our two dogs over July 4 weekend. Great care and consideration, timely updates and photos. We will definitely use her again. Kevin D

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Somerset is $60

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Diana was great! She made an effort to be available for us last minute, she came by for a meet and greet in advance. I was nervous leaving my dog (and my house) in the care of someone I didn’t really know and I’m really glad we did. She left our house spotless. She sent tons of photos and videos and even timed her walks with our dog. Our puppy can be high energy and a lot to handle (43lbs of pure crazy) and Diana handled her so well!

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Rebecca W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Bria was an incredible cat sitter. She administered his meds, played with him and sent us pictures of him regularly while we were away. She came a few days before to get acquainted too! Don’t hesitate to book her we will be booking her again!

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Valerie T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Calli was wonderful and took such great care of Oakley when I was away! Thanks so much for everything!!

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Lauren B.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Carolyn was amazing with Millie and Luna while I was away! Enjoyed all of the updates each day with lots of pictures :)

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Kyleigh R.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Stephen has been amazing with our cat. He took very well care of our cat for 10 days . He understands the instructions very clearly. I would highly recommend him for pet sitting.

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Jyoti B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Quincy is an excellent pet sitter! He kept our cats company while we were away, and gave us daily updates. Our home and pets were well cared-for while we were away. We will definitely use Quincy again!

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Alpa S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ari was amazing!!!! She took such good care of our babies over the five days we were gone for Christmas. Truly a joy knowing they had her with them and keeping them healthy and happy. I recommend her ten times over and can’t wait to use Ari again!!

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Katie B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

María was absolutely fantastic. Our dog loved her from the very first minute. If you want a kind, reliable sitter for your dog who can keep her calm and safe, she is your person.

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Réka M.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Laura was such a find! Tons of communication and pictures. Never a hesitation when she didn't know something. We returned home to a happy little boy, instructions followed, and everything intact! Thank you, Laura!

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Robin R.
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The average cost for House Sitting in Somerset on Rover is $42.36 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 8,589 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Somerset. 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 Somerset 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 Somerset 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 Somerset 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 short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

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

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

  • 89% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 93% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 97% 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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