Dog Sitting Tacoma
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“Marissa was amazing, she is so sweet and our kitty absolutely loved her. She took so many pictures and made sure to update me on how everything was going. Marissa went above and beyond. She gave me total peace of mind while I was gone. I will absolutely be using her again ❤️ I highly recommend Marissa!!”
“Arianna did an amazing job with my two senior kitties! She gave them lots of attention and care, even earned the trust of my skittish girly. The updates and photos were above and beyond! I so appreciate the work she did!”
About: With 17 years of hands-on pet care experience, my top priority is creating a safe, loving, and comfortable home-away-from-home for your dog. Animals have been a part of my life since childhood, and caring for dogs is something I do with joy, patience, and genuine heart. As a teacher, nurturing is in my nature. I bring that same dedication to supporting my students into caring for every pet that steps into my home; ensuring your dog feels secure, understood, and truly cared for during their stay. **Thanksgiving Break: November 25th - 29th New Year’s Break: Dec. 30th - Jan. 3rd I’ll be home and able to offer potty breaks every 0-2 hours.** **Boarding** I teach full-time Monday–Friday, so I can offer potty breaks every 7hrs during the week. Afternoons and weekends, I offer potty breaks every 0-2hrs, dog walks, playtime in the backyard, and extra bonding time. Plus, newly added A/C to keep the fur babies cool on the warmer days, cameras to check on them when I’m away, and collars with air tags for their location at all times. **Doggy Daycare** I offer doggy daycare 4pm-12am Monday through Friday and ALL day on Saturday and Sunday. I will be home during this time and can offer potty breaks every 0-2 hours. My home is designed to make dogs feel relaxed and welcome. I keep routines predictable and peaceful, giving your pup the comfort of stability while you’re away. I have experience with dogs requiring special/strict diets and oral medication.
“Just the best pet sitter!! Lisa has done both drop-in visits and house sitting for my cat and my dog: 5stars each time! Great communicator, takes lovely photos, and my pets adore her!”
“Stephanie once again took extraordinary care of our dogs and cat for drop-in visits when I had a last minute request because of having to serve as a juror on a trial while my husband was traveling. She is fantastic and our animals love her!”
“Going on a 10-day trip and leaving your cats behind can be quite distressing. However, Nisa took great care during her time with our cats, ensuring they were well-fed and remained active with their toys. She also sent us some delightful photos of the cats, which was greatly reassuring. I'd recommend Nisa to anyone in need of cat care!”
About: I cut my teeth in pet dog care in dog day care, where I spent years learning about and getting hands on experience with all kinds of dogs. Since then I've found a passion in dog behavior, training, and care. I have skills in basic grooming (baths, brushes, nail trims--no show cuts), training, behavior modification, and more. When your dog is in my care, they are getting a little more than the basics. I pride myself on earning a dogs trust and becoming a real friend to them, ultimately removing a lot of the stress of your absence whatever the reason may be. I am currently available for boarding on weekends, check ins or walks weekends as well, and weekdays after 3pm. However I can be flexible so don't hesitate to ask if you have needs outside this time frame. Your dog's safety is my priority! If staying at my home, I have a 4 foot chain link fence that contains most dogs, however I also make use of leashes and long lines as necessary depending on your dog's individual needs. Dogs not even my own are never unsupervised outside. If we are outside it is for some activity together. This is true for staying in clients homes as well. Walks are to public trails and parks. For off leash play I utilize sniff spot which can be arranged separately.
“I highly recommend having Paul watch your family pet. My little Ava fell in love with him. He was thorough in his visits, gave so much affection to Ava, sent photos on walks, playing outside, and just relaxing on the sofa. This was her first Rover experience and it was magnificent. Thank you Paul!”
About: Hello! My name is Destiny and I am a Tacoma local. My previous experience pet sitting includes time with dogs and cats. My first experience taking care of pets was in a long-term care situation, which required medication administration, walks, playtime, and potty cleanups. I am the owner of a sweet elder tuxedo kitty. I would love a dog of my own, but Mister Mistoffelees and apartment living does not allow it. So taking care of someone else's dogs seems like the next best thing! Looking forward to walks and playtime! I currently work from home so my schedule is somewhat flexible. Depending on what the arrangements are I can take doggos out for walks 1-2x throughout the day and am completely free after work at 5 pm. Flexible if communicated ahead of time and willing to meet beforehand to discuss pets needs. I don't offer boarding in my home as I live in a small apartment with a cat. More than happy to meet at clients home to play outside or inside, depending on levels of trust.
“Minh was great dropping in a couple times to check in with our pups while we were out all day for an event. We really appreciated the updates and absolutely loved the photos and videos of our pups. We can tell how much they loved her! We would definitely consider booking Minh again in the future! I know our dogs would love to see her again. Thank you soooo much Minh!”
About: I have 6 years of experience caring for dogs and genuinely love spending time with them. I’ve cared for playful puppies, adult dogs up to 6 years old, reactive dogs, and homes with multiple dogs at once. I take the time to get to know each dog’s personality, routines, and comfort level so they feel safe and happy while you’re away. Whether that means calm walks, structured playtime, or simply keeping them company, I adapt to what your dog needs most. I’m patient, reliable, and treat every dog as if they were my own. I also provide regular updates so you can feel confident your pup is in great hands. I’m currently a college student working part time , so I have open availability most of the week and am available to board on the weekends. I live in a spacious studio apartment without a fenced yard but don’t let that deter you because I am very careful when it comes to pets . Making sure they have their leash on properly and if they’re reactive making sure I’m timing my outings correctly as to not run into other animals or people.
About: I’ve been caring for animals for most of my life, growing up in a home with dogs, cats, and even snakes. Over the past 14 years, I’ve continued that passion through pet sitting and dog walking, starting with my own small business in college. I’m comfortable caring for pets of all ages, sizes, and personalities, and I always focus on making them feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for while their owners are away. I understand how important routines, patience, and attention are for helping pets feel relaxed and happy. I have a lot of variety in my schedule, which makes me flexible for helping out when others may not be as available. I regularly have time in the mornings and evenings during the week, so some stretches of 3 days to 2 weeks off at a time from my other work, I care for pets by making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while keeping their normal routines as consistent as possible. In a client’s home, I follow all feeding, walking, medication, and exercise instructions carefully and make sure pets get plenty of attention, playtime, and companionship. I’m respectful of each pet’s personality and comfort level, whether they are energetic and social or shy and independent. If caring for pets in my home, I provide a calm, clean, and pet-friendly environment with lots of supervision, exercise, and affection. I pay close attention to each pet’s individual needs and always prioritize their safety and well-being.
“Jenna is amazing!! Took such good care of our babies when we were out of town and left such detailed updates. Definitely will be using her again and highly recommend. She really knows dogs well and goes above and beyond.”
“Katey was great with my cat Douglas Fur! He took to her right away and now they are fast friends. She was prompt, kind, attentive and easy to work with. I will definitely be using Katey to take good care of Doug in the future!”
“Adam was great with our cats! He took great care of them and was very patient with our cat who tends to hide under the bed around strangers. He also sent lots of wonderful pictures. Highly recommended.”
“Brianna was an absolutely amazing cat sitter for our 2 cats! Thank you for being so communicative, reliable, helpful, and kind with our cats. Your photos and updates were so helpful and we hope to work together again – we definitely recommend booking with Brianna!”
“Chris was an absolute lifesaver coming by for a drop in visit for Turbo today. He is so responsive and I can tell how much he cares for dogs. I will definitely make him my go-to Rover sitter from now on!!”
The median cost per visit for dog sitting in Tacoma is $25
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Tacoma
Brittany is awesome, and we will absolutely rebook! She took excellent care of our pack - two large dogs (one very senior and with some senior pup health challenges) and loved on our shy kitties. She was incredibly responsive via messaging. We had a bit of a bonkers schedule and needed to make a few changes to our booking, and she was kind and communicative about her capacity and flexible throughout! We so appreciated it - she was also able to pivot and work with a sudden new arrival foster pup landing in our home and her experience and clarity about managing multiple dog households during pack integration was top-notch and left us feeling so confident and sure our pack would be in good hands, and our foster would have a great and safe experience. Brittany is a great sitter, and having her as part of our pack care team gave me such peace of mind!
I just love reading Elizabeth’s updates on our dog when she sits for us. She gives him all the cuddles and attention he demands. He always looks forward to her visits, and while he gets sad when he sees us packing for a trip, he knows what “Elizabeth” means, and does his happy tappies.
Kaycee has been an absolute blessing. I needed up in a pinch and she stepped up and eased a bit of my stress. Trusting your dog to be cared for is a big task. I’m very thankful I found her. Brutus is always happy to have an evening visitor and when I arrive home later in the evening, he’s pretty excited to tell me about his day. Im told. he’s been given some extra cheese slices and he’s ecstatic about that.
Rachel is incredible! She is reliable, punctual and very communicative which is so helpful for our peace of mind when we have to leave small dog. Most importantly I felt she really took care to love on Oliver and give him the attention he needed and took good care of him. She has watched Oliver for a couple of times for us and she was flexible and helpful. I would HIGHLY recommend Rachel!
Megan and Theo became like family to us and we will greatly miss them. My pup loved their visits and created quite the bond with Theo. Megan would always go above and beyond, making my life so much easier once I got home. One of my favorite things about their visits was that Theo would leave little flowers for me that he had picked from the garden. Anyone would be lucky to have them as their Puppy Sitters. 🥰
Michael was very prompt and very accommodating. We really appreciate his extra efforts to get to know our dog before his longer stay. Our normally shy dog warmed up to him right away and we feel really comfortable leaving our dog with him. We are looking forward to his stay with our dog.
Aeja did an incredible job with our drop-in visits! She was reliable, communicative, and took such great care of our dogs. We loved receiving updates and photos, and it was obvious our pups were happy and comfortable with her. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and will definitely book with her again! 🐾💙
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Sitting in Tacoma on Rover is $24.42 per visit (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog 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 Dog Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of August 2026, there are 10,786 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across Tacoma. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.
Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Tacoma stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.
Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.
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 Tacoma 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!
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 .
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.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, 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.
While Rover doesn’t offer traditional subscription services, some sitters offer recurring bookings for services like home visits and dog walking. Recurring services come with their own perks, such as flexibility to modify services (up to five weeks in advance), automatic billing, Rover Card updates, and same-day cancellations.
To find sitters in Tacoma with recurring or weekly availability, select "Repeat Weekly" and which days you’d like them to care for your pet.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Tacoma. On Rover:
- 92% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 94% 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.
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.
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