Pet Sitting in Tacoma
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Top rated Tacoma pet sitters
“Laura always goes above and beyond to make sure Ollie is well cared for and he has the best time with her! He is always so excited when I go away and Laura gets to visit”
“Alex was very easy work with. He let us know each time he came to our home & had a nice update on how the pup's were doing. We also appreciated the photo's he sent us. He made it very comfortable for us to go away for a few days. We would definitely have Alex come watch our pup's again.”
“It was our first time using any pet service. Met Michael before confirming service. I have a Husky and a Staffy whom both would bark alot at someone new, they gave alittle bark for a second and then just gave him sniffspections before wanting to give kisses. They took no time to be comfortable with him. Made the process smooth. I booked him for a week. In that time he spent lot of time with them, even some brushing and cleaning up the backyard. As well as moving things to keep the dogs safe while playing. Great guy. Would book again.”
“April was amazing!! Respectful of my home, arrived on time, fast at communicating, sent photos, and followed instructions perfectly! Highly recommend, will definitely be rebooking for future trips! Thank you! 🥰”
“Paul was great in a time of need for our pups! Bonus that our dogs loved him (included our newly adopted pup Panda)! Will definitely book with Paul in the future!”
About: Please only Tacoma inquiries. I live in Stadium and drive a jeep so far distances are not ideal. :) I have had dogs in my life since I was born. I have volunteered with the humane society for years and also foster for local rescues. I love dogs and I want many but while I am finishing my masters and substitute teaching I feel this is the best thing for me! I have dog sat puppies, seniors, all types of breeds, and spoiled grumpy dogs! I am not from Washington so I have no family for the holidays and would love to fill my house with another dog or two! I currently substitute teach so I have a flexible schedule, all the holidays off and I have no plans on going anywhere! If it is during non holiday times, I leave my apt at around 730 and come home around 430. I live in a fourplex and go on lots of walks, long walks, and walks to the park that is close by! Lots of walks!
“My cats LOVED Marina, and she clearly knew her way around the feline experience. She was friendly, professional, reliable, and obviously loved animals. I plan to call her again if needed.”
“Alyssa was so sweet when caring for my baby kitten! I definitely felt like Mini was in good hands with her! And she made sure to send SO MANY cute pics 😇 will rebook with Alyssa again!”
About: I've worked in the pet industry for a total of 7 years. I am highly educated in pet nutrition and care from the past 5 years, and in college worked for 2 years in pet boarding. I also help to adopt out foster kittens and played an active part in their care. I've had animals all my life and spent a portion of my time in high school caring for a cat with diabetes. I am familiar with both dog and cat care. I recently moved to Tacoma from Austin, TX and currently have a completely open schedule! I can work with your needs to find a schedule that works for you. I am happy to fulfill any nutritional needs of your pet including feeding a raw or supplement filled diet. I also am happy to help them play/exercise as needed.
“I'm very pleased with Ellyanna's care so far; she's patient with my VERY shy cat and respectful of his space. Great communication, and I come home to a well taken-care of cat -- you can't ask fore more. Highly recommended!”
“Meg took excellent care of our cat while we were out of town for a week. She was quick to respond to our request, came over beforehand to learn the ropes, and kept us posted regularly on how Bisbee was doing. She played with him, gave him love, and kept his anxious momma’s nerves at bay. Will definitely ask Meg to take care of the fur baby next time we travel.”
“Sarah was an incredible sitter who messaged me every day with updates and pictures of my two little ones. She kept my home tidy and always let me know what was going on. She’s a must-hire. ✨”
About: You pets will have their own friend during the day (that's me) to play and run around with. I will spend the whole time treating your dog and making sure everyone is comfortable. They will never even know you were gone when I'm there. They will be so tired when I'm done that they'll be little angels for you to come home to. Your pups are going to be treated just as my own, loved and cared for. They will never be alone or feel alone when I'm there with them. Your animal will appreciate you more for letting me play their little hearts out. Your beloved pets will finally be content when you are gone and you can have some peace of mind. I am currently on workers comp so I am only working one day a week 9am to 2pm. I am not doing any other work so I'm fully available. I'll always make sure your pup feels as though you never left 😁 (p.s. they'll love you more for it I promise) ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ I am currently in between jobs and just need some solid work for the time being. I do not work at all right now so I am available whenever you need me. I live in an rv so I take my dog to dog parks regularly and run her around as much as possible. She's fed morning and night.
“Quinn is reliable, communicative, and attentive. I can tell how excited my cat is to see her by the photos that she sends and, while I hate to leave my cat, I'm excited to rebook with Quinn when I have to be away again”
“Rachel is awesome! We just moved to the area and needed someone reliable to watch our pups and walk them when we have long days or weekends away. She was able to meet up to walk through the house and meet the dogs very quickly and was always on time checking in / followed our pup instructions to a T! We loved the pictures she took during the stays and the pups loved her. She’s our new go to gal!”
“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.”
About: I have had dogs most of my life. I raised them from puppies and rescued many in my adult life. I have cared for elderly dogs and those with various medical conditions and treatment programs. For the first time in awhile, I am without a dog. At the moment, I don't have the right space. That's why I am happy to love your dog, and support you in whatever routine you adhere to. I currently free lance and work independently remotely so I have flexibility in when and how long I work. I can work around your schedule. I cannot currently board dogs at my place. I can stay at your home which is often best as it is more familiar to your dog. It also allows me to maintain whatever regimen you are currently adhering to.
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Laura A.Star Sitter
“Laura always goes above and beyond to make sure Ollie is well cared for and he has the best time with her! He is always so excited when I go away and Laura gets to visit”
Juli J.
Star Sitter
“I love Julie. She's such an amazing lady & I feel so comfortable when I travel knowing my fur babies are in such great hands with a true pet lover.”
Alex K.Star Sitter
“Alex was very easy work with. He let us know each time he came to our home & had a nice update on how the pup's were doing. We also appreciated the photo's he sent us. He made it very comfortable for us to go away for a few days. We would definitely have Alex come watch our pup's again.”
Michael M.Star Sitter
“It was our first time using any pet service. Met Michael before confirming service. I have a Husky and a Staffy whom both would bark alot at someone new, they gave alittle bark for a second and then just gave him sniffspections before wanting to give kisses. They took no time to be comfortable with him. Made the process smooth. I booked him for a week. In that time he spent lot of time with them, even some brushing and cleaning up the backyard. As well as moving things to keep the dogs safe while playing. Great guy. Would book again.”
April R.Star Sitter
“April was amazing!! Respectful of my home, arrived on time, fast at communicating, sent photos, and followed instructions perfectly! Highly recommend, will definitely be rebooking for future trips! Thank you! 🥰”
Paul G.Star Sitter
“Paul was great in a time of need for our pups! Bonus that our dogs loved him (included our newly adopted pup Panda)! Will definitely book with Paul in the future!”
kelly e.
“Kelly is very responsible and would be an excellent pet sitter or dog walker. She is definitely an advocate for animals and will be an excellent care giver. She has been around dogs her whole life and has owned gigs for over 20 years as well as fostering dogs.”
Marina R.Star Sitter
“My cats LOVED Marina, and she clearly knew her way around the feline experience. She was friendly, professional, reliable, and obviously loved animals. I plan to call her again if needed.”
Alexis C.
“Amazing experience!!! My pup absolutely loved her. Great & quick communication. Lots of pictures. 10/10”
Alyssa L.Star Sitter
“Alyssa was so sweet when caring for my baby kitten! I definitely felt like Mini was in good hands with her! And she made sure to send SO MANY cute pics 😇 will rebook with Alyssa again!”
Rose W.
“I have a dog who is a little picky about people, and when I needed someone to come by and walk her a few times, I hired Rose. She took the time to get my dog used to her, and was very patient during the process. She helped my dog - and me - be comfortable, and I was so grateful. She has a lot of experience with dogs, and it shows. I am so happy to have made this connection, and I plan to use her again in the near future.”
Ellyanna B.
“I'm very pleased with Ellyanna's care so far; she's patient with my VERY shy cat and respectful of his space. Great communication, and I come home to a well taken-care of cat -- you can't ask fore more. Highly recommended!”
Meg K.Star Sitter
“Meg took excellent care of our cat while we were out of town for a week. She was quick to respond to our request, came over beforehand to learn the ropes, and kept us posted regularly on how Bisbee was doing. She played with him, gave him love, and kept his anxious momma’s nerves at bay. Will definitely ask Meg to take care of the fur baby next time we travel.”
Sarah M.Star Sitter
“Sarah was an incredible sitter who messaged me every day with updates and pictures of my two little ones. She kept my home tidy and always let me know what was going on. She’s a must-hire. ✨”
Deborah S.
“Deborah did a great job with Copper. Even walked him in the rain! Would definitely recommend to anyone needing drop in visits for their dog.”
Chloe B.
About: You pets will have their own friend during the day (that's me) to play and run around with. I will spend the whole time treating your dog and making sure everyone is comfortable. They will never even know you were gone when I'm there. They will be so tired when I'm done that they'll be little angels for you to come home to. Your pups are going to be treated just as my own, loved and cared for. They will never be alone or feel alone when I'm there with them. Your animal will appreciate you more for letting me play their little hearts out. Your beloved pets will finally be content when you are gone and you can have some peace of mind. I am currently on workers comp so I am only working one day a week 9am to 2pm. I am not doing any other work so I'm fully available. I'll always make sure your pup feels as though you never left 😁 (p.s. they'll love you more for it I promise) ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ I am currently in between jobs and just need some solid work for the time being. I do not work at all right now so I am available whenever you need me. I live in an rv so I take my dog to dog parks regularly and run her around as much as possible. She's fed morning and night.
Quinn N.
“Quinn is reliable, communicative, and attentive. I can tell how excited my cat is to see her by the photos that she sends and, while I hate to leave my cat, I'm excited to rebook with Quinn when I have to be away again”
Rachel A.
“Rachel is awesome! We just moved to the area and needed someone reliable to watch our pups and walk them when we have long days or weekends away. She was able to meet up to walk through the house and meet the dogs very quickly and was always on time checking in / followed our pup instructions to a T! We loved the pictures she took during the stays and the pups loved her. She’s our new go to gal!”
Adam S.Star Sitter
“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.”
Megan O.
“Megan is an absolute dream for a furry friend care taker! She follows all directions exactly as you state them, sends pictures when you are out of town, and provides daily updates with no extra asks! She is kind hearted, warm, and loves our four legged friends. I highly recommend this walker!”
Over 2,374 pet parents in Tacoma have booked pet sitting
Tacoma pet parents share their Rover experiences
Michael went above and beyond in taking care of our cats! They were incredibly well taken care of and the photos he shared made it apparent that they loved hanging out with him. He even took care of the dishes and recycling from the cat food, took the trash from litter boxes outside, and so many other nice personal touches that were lovely. Thanks, Michael!!
Kaitlin is FABULOUS! My high-energy, high-stress pups felt immediately comfortable with her in our meet-n-greet and then each day of a week, Kaitlin engaged and spoiled them. From the first day, I knew I choose well and absolutely recommend Kaitlin and I'll be using her again! THANK YOU!!
I cannot recommend Jensine highly enough. She came to our initial meeting fully prepared. She had read through all of Kevin's notes and had committed most if not all of the details to memory. She was polite and easy to talk to, and asked all the right questions with regards to his care. Whilst I was away I received detailed and charming sit notes, and she took several pictures each time. She quickly adapted to suit Kevin's needs, taking him outside on a leash and adjusting his feeding schedule to address his binge eating and subsequent vomiting. I really appreciated Jensine's care of Kevin, I felt like he was in good and professional hands. Do not hesitate when considering Jensine for your pet's care.
So many thanks to Brianna for coming over to hang with Pip and let him out to go potty while I was working! He can be a bit stubborn (he is allowed to be as a senior pup haha) when trying to get him outside to go potty, but without fail, I received pics of him successfully outside on his way to do business. Brianna asked all the right questions at our meet and greet prior to the day, communicated openly and took care of our boy. I'd book them again in a heartbeat!
Kate is timely, thorough and reliable. She follows our instructions to the T and goes above and beyond to a make sure our kitty is well cared for while we’re away. Even with a diagnosis of heart failure and medications twice daily, I have peace of mind if I know Kate will be checking on him. Thank you so much Kate for your wonderful care of our old guy.
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Tacoma is $25
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Sitters in Tacoma average 7 repeat pet sitting clients
Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Tacoma on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $25 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 1,683 pet sitters in Tacoma. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 86% of Tacoma pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Tacoma have an average of 14 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Tacoma.
Rover makes it easy to find Tacoma pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 1,683 pet sitters in Tacoma on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Tacoma, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 93% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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