Pet Sitting in Takoma Park
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Top rated Takoma Park pet sitters
“Today was my cat, Forest’s first visit with Felicia and he immediately took to her! She is patient and kind as well as a good listener to concerning your cat’s needs.”
“Olivia provided excellent, very thoughtful care to our pup over a hot weekend. We were very happy to have such an attentive sitter and will use again/ definitely recommend!”
“Julie did a great job doing drop-ins for my cats while I was out of town for a few days. Super communicative, adorable photos, and the cats food area was really clean when I came back!”
“I will be having Steve take care of my girls whenever I can. Steve has a deep love for animals and my girls immediately took to him. It was so heartwarming during the meet and greet. And today, I know they are loved and cared for💗 I got adorable pictures and the best update about their time together. I am so grateful 🥹💗”
About: We’re Brett and Shane - just a couple of married millennials with no kids and a pup of our own. We’re parents to a 10 year old long haired dachshund and are simply dog obsessed. We’ve been through it all as dog parents and dog owners for over 20 years. Your pup will be treated like a prince/princess and part of the family. Happy and familiar with administering medications, regular maintenance, dogs of any age, basic training, and routine care. We’re doing it already for our pup, who you’ll certainly get to know, Florence, so why not extend that TLC to your fur baby, too?! Shane works from home 24/7, so one of the two of us is always present. We will either loop your pup into our dogs 4 daily walk routine, with 1-2 longer walks per day, or adjust her schedule to meet your dogs needs. We like to be more active on the weekend, so your pup will enjoy a longer nature walk, and in the downtime in our apartment lots of plays and couch snuggles with our dachshund. We live in an apartment building, and welcome you to come visit us before you book your stay. There is an elevator, so no steps for older or low-rider dogs (like our own!). We have ramps all over our apartment for the little guys. We’re free range dog parents - we don’t have any restrictions on furniture, beds, etc - unless you have rules for your pet at home, which we will certainly enforce. Otherwise, we’re just two working professionals starting our little side hustle. We’re background checked and verified - let’s connect and you can ask you whatever you may need!
About: I have always loved animals. I treat all animals just like a family members. I enjoyed witnessing their personalities and making sure they are comfortable. I am currently a nursing student and have a somewhat busy schedule however I am always open to finding extra time to give amazing care to your pets I always look for signs of when pets need a bathroom break, I have the energy to play and give them all the attention they require
“Thomas is wonderful - reliable and on time, pays attention to details, goes above and beyond to make sure kitties get their time with him, and manages to get my shy cat to like him within two visits!”
“Olivia is amazing! She took such good care of my cat, Theo, making sure he had everything he needed and playing with him every day. She also went above and beyond to make sure he was okay after he had a tummy incident, which I really appreciated -- and I loved the adorable photos she sent of him, too. Thanks so much!!”
“Sarah has been a great sitter for our new puppy. She showed incredible patience when dealing with him and his hesitancy around new people. She has been consistently punctual and communicates regularly about how our puppy is doing.”
“Mia did great taking care of my shy cats for a week and even got one to come say hi to her every day! She followed every instruction and even picked up some neighbor’s packages for me. Will definitely book again.”
“We can’t recommend Colleen enough! She kindly cared for our elderly pup during a vacation period that saw a storm/blackout/heatwave. Colleen thoughtfully provided updates and ensured our pup was comfortable during this time.”
“Coralie always goes above and beyond to make sure my cat is cared for. I was out of town for over a week on holiday, and she made it so easy and stress free with her care of my cat! She kept an eye on his skin allergies and made sure he was eating normally, and she even allowed me to FaceTime with him a little bit! I’m pretty sure she’s the most professional and kind pet sitter you could ever find. Thank you so much, Coral!”
“Amelia was great with communication and flexible when my situation changed a bit last minute. She even didn’t mind cleaning up after my naughty kitty. Will def be re-booking!”
“Emily is always great with Khari and it’s so comforting knowing my cat is with the most capable sitter. I highly recommend Emily if your pet is shy or skittish around others. Around Emily, Khari is basically a social butterfly.”
“Stephanie has been a sitter for our formerly two and now one cat for about a year now and has always provided great service. She's very attentive and thoughtful with our cat(s), responsible and a great communicator.”
About: I've watched my friends cats for years and now have a cat of my own. I have the most experience watching and checking in on cats, but I've also recently watched my friend's dog (my sweet nephew) for several days. I have experience walking and picking up after dogs, and administering medication for dogs and cats (eye drops/gel, oral medication) I am working full time, which makes weekends my most accessible days, but I also work remotely, and I have a lot of free time during the week as well. Because of this I'm able to have most days and evenings available, it just depends on specific weeks' schedules. If you have specific date needs that aren't reflected in my schedule, let me know and we can see if we can make something work! On my visits I am able and ready to put out food, scoop/clean litter boxes, clean food bowls, check on and put out water, play with cats, sit with cats and give pets, or just sit in your home for a while so your cat knows someone is there.
“Thank you Bri. Bri is amazing. Very responsive, asked a lot of questions and became Molly’s new best friend. Whenever there was an issue or something didn’t seem right Bri messaged me straightaway and asked questions.”
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Felicia G.Star Sitter
“Today was my cat, Forest’s first visit with Felicia and he immediately took to her! She is patient and kind as well as a good listener to concerning your cat’s needs.”
Olivia B.Star Sitter
“Olivia provided excellent, very thoughtful care to our pup over a hot weekend. We were very happy to have such an attentive sitter and will use again/ definitely recommend!”
Julie L.Star Sitter
“Julie did a great job doing drop-ins for my cats while I was out of town for a few days. Super communicative, adorable photos, and the cats food area was really clean when I came back!”
Steve S.Star Sitter
“I will be having Steve take care of my girls whenever I can. Steve has a deep love for animals and my girls immediately took to him. It was so heartwarming during the meet and greet. And today, I know they are loved and cared for💗 I got adorable pictures and the best update about their time together. I am so grateful 🥹💗”
Kelsey T.
“Kelsey did a great job taking care of our two pups while we were away. She was attentive, timely, and thoughtful. We will definitely book again!”
Brett & Shane P.
“Brett is an amazing and caring dog sitter! She has watched my dogs multiple times and I feel completely comforted knowing they’re in safe hands with Brett watching them. She sends me tons of updates and my dogs always are so happy to see and spend time with her. It gives me so much comfort to know they don’t have any anxiety with Brett. I would recommend Brett to every pet owner looking for a sitter!”
Kayla I.
“Kayla recently pet sat my dog River. During their time together river and Kayla spent time going for walks and playing fetch. River looks forward to when Kayla can sit with her!!”
Thomas Riis H.Star Sitter
“Thomas is wonderful - reliable and on time, pays attention to details, goes above and beyond to make sure kitties get their time with him, and manages to get my shy cat to like him within two visits!”
Olivia T.
“Olivia is amazing! She took such good care of my cat, Theo, making sure he had everything he needed and playing with him every day. She also went above and beyond to make sure he was okay after he had a tummy incident, which I really appreciated -- and I loved the adorable photos she sent of him, too. Thanks so much!!”
Sarah N.
“Sarah has been a great sitter for our new puppy. She showed incredible patience when dealing with him and his hesitancy around new people. She has been consistently punctual and communicates regularly about how our puppy is doing.”
Mia F.
“Mia did great taking care of my shy cats for a week and even got one to come say hi to her every day! She followed every instruction and even picked up some neighbor’s packages for me. Will definitely book again.”
Colleen L.
“We can’t recommend Colleen enough! She kindly cared for our elderly pup during a vacation period that saw a storm/blackout/heatwave. Colleen thoughtfully provided updates and ensured our pup was comfortable during this time.”
Coralie J.Star Sitter
“Coralie always goes above and beyond to make sure my cat is cared for. I was out of town for over a week on holiday, and she made it so easy and stress free with her care of my cat! She kept an eye on his skin allergies and made sure he was eating normally, and she even allowed me to FaceTime with him a little bit! I’m pretty sure she’s the most professional and kind pet sitter you could ever find. Thank you so much, Coral!”
Amelia M.
“Amelia was great with communication and flexible when my situation changed a bit last minute. She even didn’t mind cleaning up after my naughty kitty. Will def be re-booking!”
Emily A.Star Sitter
“Emily is always great with Khari and it’s so comforting knowing my cat is with the most capable sitter. I highly recommend Emily if your pet is shy or skittish around others. Around Emily, Khari is basically a social butterfly.”
Leo O.
“Leo was great with Hemingway and adapted well to his special needs (inhaler). He was punctual and communicative and I would definitely use him again!”
Stephanie S.Star Sitter
“Stephanie has been a sitter for our formerly two and now one cat for about a year now and has always provided great service. She's very attentive and thoughtful with our cat(s), responsible and a great communicator.”
Megan V.
“Megan did a great job checking in on my cats while I was out of town! Super communicative & professional, and she sent great updates and photos.”
Chloe I.
“Chloe is an amazing cat-sitter Chloe has always had a deep love for animals, especially cats. She has an intuitive sense for their needs and personalities, and every cat she cares for seems to take to her almost instantly. Whenever she pet-sits, she goes above and beyond—playing with the cats, keeping their routines consistent, and making sure they feel safe and loved in their own home. She treats every cat as if they were her own, with warmth, patience, and genuine affection. Chloe is also incredibly responsible and trustworthy. She communicates clearly, follows detailed care instructions to the letter, and always leaves the home just as she found it—if not cleaner. If you're looking for someone who will not only care for your cat but truly connect with them, Chloe is the perfect choice. She brings both heart and reliability to every job.”
Bri D.Star Sitter
“Thank you Bri. Bri is amazing. Very responsive, asked a lot of questions and became Molly’s new best friend. Whenever there was an issue or something didn’t seem right Bri messaged me straightaway and asked questions.”
Over 146 pet parents in Takoma Park have booked pet sitting
Takoma Park pet parents share their Rover experiences
Karrah did an amazing job with Comet and Victoria! She communicated in detail with each visit, and was able to problem solve when needed. Comet absolutely loved the attention and care Karrah provided, which could be seen in his photos. Victoria was not as appreciative of her care, but Karrah did everything possible to make her comfortable. I will absolutely reach out to Karrah again in the future to see if she would like to work together again!
Allison was a wonderful cat sitter! She was so communicative, kind, and great with my cat! From all the photos and reports she sent while she was catsitting, I could tell that my cat was in great hands. I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again or recommend her to other pet owners!
Sarah was amazing! She provided great feedback every day, and super helpful messages. It helped a lot for us to have someone like Sarah taking care of Frankie and Fred while we were out of the country, it really let us enjoy our time away without having to worry about them.
Joey took very good care of our kitties Cozmo and Cheeto. This was his first time sitting for us and he really took the time to understand Cozmo’s specialized dietary needs. He also took time to ask about Cozmo and Cheeto’s temperaments. He went above and beyond spending extra time to calm down Cheeto who was a little freaked out by our cleaner and even brought in our trash and recycling for us. We’re happy to have Joey as part of our local sitters for our boys.
Nakia is such a caring a thoughtful sitter. You can tell they really loves pets and will make them feel loved and taken care of. Nakia not only brings a positive attitude to bookings, but she also brings her own collection of toys and enrichment activities to ensure your pet is getting the most out of the experience. We were so lucky to find Nakia!
Katie checked in and cared for my cat while I was out of town for several days. She was a pleasure to communicate with and an excellent cat sitter! Shoshona can be shy with strangers, but warmed up to her quickly — Katie was attentive and sent thorough updates and pictures every day. Would recommend and hope to book with her again!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Takoma Park is $21
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Sitters in Takoma Park average 8 repeat pet sitting clients
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Takoma Park on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $21 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 3,165 pet sitters in Takoma Park. 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, 90% of Takoma Park pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Takoma Park have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Takoma Park.
Rover makes it easy to find Takoma Park 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 3,165 pet sitters in Takoma Park on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Takoma Park, 93% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 94% 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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