Dog Sitting in South Portland
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Top rated South Portland dog sitters
“Marna was absolutely wonderful with our cat! She was very reliable and went above and beyond to ensure that we had a relaxing vacation and our pet was well cared for! I would highly recommend her! :)”
“I was in a last minute punch after a cat sitter changed plans last minute. Nishat was exceptionally responsive and swooped in and saved the day! She also took great care of my kittens!”
“Briana took excellent care of our diabetic cat! She really went above and beyond, playing with him and giving him affection, and is one of only 2 sitters who have successfully been able to administer insulin injections.”
“Crystal was knowledgeable, thoughtful, kind, and consistently cared for my cat via check ins while I was away. It was clear that my cat felt comfortable and adored her attention and care. It was also clear that she adored animals and treated my cat as an individual beloved pet for which I was very grateful. She was also a great communicator. I would confidently recommend her as a pet sitter and rebook in the future - thank you again!”
“Zoey looked after my cat Cece for about a week while I was out of town. Zoey was great — every day, she gave Cece her allergy medicine, stayed for an hour or more just to play and hang out with Cece, and then provided a detailed update with pictures. Zoey clearly loves animals and is responsible and communicative — I always felt Cece was in good hands with her and couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitting experience. I’d love to book her again and absolutely recommend her to others.”
About: if you're busy and unable to walk your dog, then I'm your gal. I will provide them the much needed enrichment that they deserve while you're away and give you updates along the way. I work three days a week and have full flexibility with the remaining four. my schedule is set with my other job, so my reliability is as consistent as it can be. I will provide personalized one on one care for your dog or pet at your discretion. With my medical experience, I am also very comfortable and adept at treating common conditions in senior animals or in sick animals.
“Rocket and Elphie love Lindsay so much! She’s our go-to sitter. Always sending hilarious photos and videos, I know my kitties are well taken care of with lots of love, playtime, and treats!”
“Tyler is awesome and has become Rosie’s best friend!! You can’t believe how excited she is to see him everyday. He is dependable, knowledgeable and takes great pictures!! Tyler is very easy to schedule and work with, in addition to being a terrific and very patient puppy sitter! Highly recommended.”
“Jayson did such a great job checking in on our cat for the week we were gone. He provided thorough updates and it was obvious he cared about her well-being. We feel very lucky to have found him to watch her and will absolutely try to book him again when we are away in the future.”
“Jeremy took great care of Albus, following directions to a T, feeding him, walking him, and checking in on our boy while we were gone. He also brought in packages! Would use Jeremy again.”
“Molly did a great job taking care of our fur baby- we came home to a very happy cat! She was flexible and very helpful. Plus we loved the photo updates. Would definitely use her again in the future!”
“Annie was super attentive, timely and gave thorough updates that made me feel super comfortable! She was patient when our shy kitty wasn’t super ready to be best friends and I will absolutely ask her again to help out when we’re out of town!”
“Sammi took great care of Echo and he loved her visits. Consistently on time and provided multiple photos and updates. Highly recommend her to watch your pet and look forward to working with her in the future.”
About: I’ve been walking and caring for animals since I was 3, grew up on a farm with lots of variety as far as animals go I work for the city of SoPo and I get out of work at 3 everyday, looking to walk some dogs after work to make some extra money! I can make it work however the client would like, just give me detailed instruction and the rest will be history, very excited to meet your pet!
About: I’ve had animals in my life since I was little. I can walk, bathe, feed, or just be there for your pet. I’m very good with dogs but also have experience with smaller pets as well. I currently do have a full time job but I’m super flexible outside that. I’m free pretty much every weekend and can easily help out during the evening as well I will remain vigilante in watching and caring for your pet and in following any rules or guidelines you provide. I’m always happy to show lots of love and affection too of course
About: I'm dedicated to your dog's well-being and offer genuine love, playful engagement, and a safe home and environment to ensure a stress-free experience. I have been a dog owner my entire life and I know how to read the body language of dogs. I nurture trust so that your dog is as happy here as s/he is in your home. We have two rescue dogs here in the home, Phoebe and Canela. Phoebe has been with us since she was a tiny chiweenie puppy six years ago, and Canela is a two year old sweetheart that was starving/living on the streets in Oaxaca, Mexico. Little did I know when I fell in love with her that the only way to get her home was to have her driven here in February! I am a writer and have a small gardening & vintage business which allows me to be at home close to full-time. Because I have a fenced in yard, I leave the door to my back porch open and our dogs go in and out of the home as they wish. I am here to monitor them, of course! I have a big fenced yard and two dogs that love to play and go for walks on the Greenbelt which is across the street. When they are inside, they sleep like queens on the couch or bed. Their favorite activity when they are not playing is to stare out the front window from the bed and bark at all the dogs that dare walk by our home.
“Once again Savannah gave excellent care of my senior cat. I love how she gets a kick out of Maudie's meows and other quirks. Thanks so much! We always feel Maude is safe in your hands.”
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Marna A.Star Sitter
“Marna was absolutely wonderful with our cat! She was very reliable and went above and beyond to ensure that we had a relaxing vacation and our pet was well cared for! I would highly recommend her! :)”
Nishat R.Star Sitter
“I was in a last minute punch after a cat sitter changed plans last minute. Nishat was exceptionally responsive and swooped in and saved the day! She also took great care of my kittens!”
Madeleine L.Star Sitter
“Thank you so much for checking in on our pups!!”
Briana S.
“Briana took excellent care of our diabetic cat! She really went above and beyond, playing with him and giving him affection, and is one of only 2 sitters who have successfully been able to administer insulin injections.”
Sergey T.Star Sitter
“Sergey was extremely communicative and patient with our initially shy pup. Would definitely book again!”
Crystal T.
“Crystal was knowledgeable, thoughtful, kind, and consistently cared for my cat via check ins while I was away. It was clear that my cat felt comfortable and adored her attention and care. It was also clear that she adored animals and treated my cat as an individual beloved pet for which I was very grateful. She was also a great communicator. I would confidently recommend her as a pet sitter and rebook in the future - thank you again!”
Zoey P.
“Zoey looked after my cat Cece for about a week while I was out of town. Zoey was great — every day, she gave Cece her allergy medicine, stayed for an hour or more just to play and hang out with Cece, and then provided a detailed update with pictures. Zoey clearly loves animals and is responsible and communicative — I always felt Cece was in good hands with her and couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitting experience. I’d love to book her again and absolutely recommend her to others.”
Emily G.
“I can’t recommend Emily enough, she is my go to pet sitter for my 2 cats. I always know they are well cared for and loved when she’s here! My elderly cat requires daily meds and attention and she’s amazing at providing both. 10/10!”
Lindsay W.Star Sitter
“Rocket and Elphie love Lindsay so much! She’s our go-to sitter. Always sending hilarious photos and videos, I know my kitties are well taken care of with lots of love, playtime, and treats!”
Tyler C.
“Tyler is awesome and has become Rosie’s best friend!! You can’t believe how excited she is to see him everyday. He is dependable, knowledgeable and takes great pictures!! Tyler is very easy to schedule and work with, in addition to being a terrific and very patient puppy sitter! Highly recommended.”
Jayson M.Star Sitter
“Jayson did such a great job checking in on our cat for the week we were gone. He provided thorough updates and it was obvious he cared about her well-being. We feel very lucky to have found him to watch her and will absolutely try to book him again when we are away in the future.”
Jeremy W.
“Jeremy took great care of Albus, following directions to a T, feeding him, walking him, and checking in on our boy while we were gone. He also brought in packages! Would use Jeremy again.”
Molly G.
“Molly did a great job taking care of our fur baby- we came home to a very happy cat! She was flexible and very helpful. Plus we loved the photo updates. Would definitely use her again in the future!”
mackenzie b.
“Mackenzie was great - very respectful, on time, kind and responsive. It’s an enormous relief to have someone like her who we can trust while we are away!”
Annie G.Star Sitter
“Annie was super attentive, timely and gave thorough updates that made me feel super comfortable! She was patient when our shy kitty wasn’t super ready to be best friends and I will absolutely ask her again to help out when we’re out of town!”
Sammi J.
“Sammi took great care of Echo and he loved her visits. Consistently on time and provided multiple photos and updates. Highly recommend her to watch your pet and look forward to working with her in the future.”
Reuel W.
About: I’ve been walking and caring for animals since I was 3, grew up on a farm with lots of variety as far as animals go I work for the city of SoPo and I get out of work at 3 everyday, looking to walk some dogs after work to make some extra money! I can make it work however the client would like, just give me detailed instruction and the rest will be history, very excited to meet your pet!
Colleen K.
About: I’ve had animals in my life since I was little. I can walk, bathe, feed, or just be there for your pet. I’m very good with dogs but also have experience with smaller pets as well. I currently do have a full time job but I’m super flexible outside that. I’m free pretty much every weekend and can easily help out during the evening as well I will remain vigilante in watching and caring for your pet and in following any rules or guidelines you provide. I’m always happy to show lots of love and affection too of course
Taika B.
“Taika is a kind and loving doggy mom with countless years of pet care experience. Her pups are family members and are the focus of Taika'a day. When they are not playing in the fenced in garden, you can find them at the beach or relaxing on a sofa inside. I trust Taika with my fur babies completely.”
Savannah L.
“Once again Savannah gave excellent care of my senior cat. I love how she gets a kick out of Maudie's meows and other quirks. Thanks so much! We always feel Maude is safe in your hands.”
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog sitters about your booking. Typically, dog sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from dog sitter to dog sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing dog sitters available in South Portland.
Rover makes it easy to find South Portland dog sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star dog sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog sitting is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Dog parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their dog sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
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