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Jen B.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 150 reviews
38 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15205

“Jen is the best! Obviously, communication & trust is most important when someone is taking care of your family. She has both!! Highly recommend!!”

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Mary S.
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• 32 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15205

“We were very happy having Mamie (Mary) care for our two cats! She is a great communicator, particularly when it comes to letting you know how it's going with your pets. We have a cat who is recovering from an injury and we could tell from meeting Mamie - and later from her updates - that he was in good, attentive hands! She also had to play hide-and-seek a bit to keep up with our more timid cat, but she caught onto his patterns. We're glad we were able to book her and would highly recommend!”

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Katelyn G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 166 reviews
46 repeat clients
3 years of experience
McKees Rocks, PA, 15136

“Katelyn helped me tremendously when my initial sitter plans feel through. Despite the short turn around, she took the time for a meet & greet, and my dogs really took a liking to her! She sent updates for each visit, letting me know how they were doing. Would absolutely recommend!”

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Lauren R.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 42 reviews
22 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15204

“Lauren is absolutely awesome. She is great with the dogs, follows instructions, and has great communication. She is also flexible which was a huge bonus. She sends pictures after every visit and lets you know how everything went. I have full trust in her and would definitely recommend her.”

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Ericka D.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 92 reviews
34 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Banksville, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216

“Ericka took great care of our cats while we were away and took a lot of pictures for us. I could tell our cat Barney had a great time and was in great hands!”

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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15205

“Athena is great with Hank! Very easy to communicate with and reliable, definitely recommended!”

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• 404 reviews
75 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15220

“Kathleen was great with communicating. She took great care of my cat and was very diligent with requests and feedback. I will definitely use her again!”

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Wallis L.
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• 77 reviews
29 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15216

“Wallis was amazing! She took such great care for my dog Kaia while I wasn’t in town. Sent some amazing pictures of her to keep me updated, was always quick to respond to my messages, and just an overall very sweet person. I can tell that my dog had such a fun time meeting, and spending time with Wallis for this past week. I will 100% be booking her again whenever I’m out of town, or just need some help! Thank you!”

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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
30 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15216

“Holly went above and beyond!! I would highly recommend her to watch your pets!!”

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• 42 reviews
13 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Bellevue, PA, 15202

“Caitlyn was very reliable and communicative during the stay. She got back to me on short notice and made sure Remy was well taken care of. I would definitely recommend Caitlyn. The pictures were too cute. Thanks Caitlyn!”

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Elizabeth B.
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• 12 reviews
4 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15234

“Elizabeth was absolutely AMAZING! She took such great care of my fur babies. I got to fully enjoy my vacation because I knew my cats were in good hands. We can't thank Elizabeth enough 😊😊😊”

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$14
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15 years of experience
Dormont, PA, 15216

About: As a lifetime lover of all friends furry and fluffy, I’m passionate about giving cats and dogs all the joy and love they can possibly get! I have a 2 year old “free range” holland lop bunny who loves to keep me on my toes! I have many years experience with a variety of pets, particularly rabbits and dogs, and would be thrilled to be another human playing a role in helping to take care of yours! I do work full time, however I’m lucky to have a flexible schedule that allows for some daytime walks and well deserved treats for your furry loved ones! Whatever your pets’ routines—from feeding and refreshing water, to scooping litter boxes or going for walks, as well as all the playtime and cuddles in between—I am here to ensure they are well cared for and feeling the love. Your pets are your family and caring for them is just as important to me as caring for my own!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Southside Flats, Pittsburgh, PA, 15203

About: I cared for my family dog for years, and other dogs in my home neighborhood until I moved out. I get so much joy from being around animals. I have never come across a stray cat that didn't want to be my friend. I don't currently live with any pets which is why I am eager to petsit so I can spend time with some wonderful dogs and cats. I have a lot of free time during the week for extended stays or multiple drop-ins in a day. I love animals and I will give your pet all of my attention, and be sure they are loved and cared for. I am a respectful guest and I will always leave your home cleaner than I found it

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Laura M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 56 reviews
15 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15211

About: I have experience with several animal species, either mines or from family members. I have experience with dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, small animals like hamsters, farm animals, insects, etc. I do have a flexible schedule, so I have flexibility to take care of animals in different places and times as convenient for the schedule I have a fenced yard for the pet's convenience, just for potty time. I can also walk pets around. Just indicate what you want at every place

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$15
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18 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15219

About: I have exposer to multiple types of pets. Dogs large and small I have been relied on to take care of family and friends fur babies since I was 13 I currently work a 4x10 shift so I have flexible Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays. I also do not start until 9 so I can always do a little before work and after 7 pm I will treat your dog as my own when under my care. Whatever needs you have for your pets as you are away I can take care of!

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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
11 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15205

About: I’ve been caring for animals for over 10 years, with the majority of my hands-on experience in the last five years. I currently care for my own dog, Layla, and have also fostered, so I’m comfortable working with different temperaments, routines, and energy levels. I’ve potty trained three dogs, including my own, a foster dog, and a puppy I raised for about six months before transitioning him to my parents. That experience gave me a strong understanding of consistency, structure, and reinforcing good habits. I’ve provided both boarding and in-home pet sitting for multiple households, including homes with multiple dogs and homes with both dogs and cats. Whether pets are staying with me or I’m caring for them in their own home, I focus on keeping their routine as normal and stress-free as possible. I understand how important consistency, patience, and communication are while owners are away. I’m reliable, attentive, and communicative throughout stays, and I treat every pet like my own. My dog Layla may accompany me during some house sitting stays depending on the pets and circumstances. She is friendly, social, and has done very well with other dogs during previous stays. I work full-time during weekdays, so I’m typically out of the home for about 9 hours during the day. Pets in my care should be comfortable with that schedule, and I make sure they are exercised, settled, and comfortable before I leave, with plenty of attention, walks, and interaction when I return home. On weekends, I’m much more available and hands-on, which allows for extra walks, playtime, enrichment, and cuddle time. Whether I’m boarding, doing daycare, or staying in a client’s home, I aim to maintain each pet’s normal routine as closely as possible so they feel comfortable and secure. I provide a safe, clean, and structured environment where pets can feel comfortable and secure. I take time to learn each pet’s personality, routine, behavior, and specific needs so I can provide consistent care and maintain the environment they’re used to. I live in an apartment with multiple grassy areas nearby for walks and bathroom breaks, along with an on-site dog park for additional exercise and enrichment. I tailor activity levels to each dog’s age, energy level, and comfort. I’m experienced with dogs of different temperaments and can reinforce routines such as feeding schedules, crate training, potty habits, and calm household behavior if needed. Whether pets are staying in my home or I’m caring for them in theirs, I prioritize safety, communication, cleanliness, and creating a calm environment where pets can relax and feel at home.

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Miranda L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15202

About: Hi, I'm Miranda! I’m a dedicated animal lover with years of experience, and I'd love to care for your furry family members. I have transitioned from casual sitting to specialized care, meaning your pets are in highly capable hands. Feline Care: I have extensive experience with cats, including senior and medically complex felines who require extra patience and attention. Canine Care: I have plenty of experience with dogs of all sizes and energy levels. This includes taking care of pups with disabilities and unique communication needs, such as sweet deaf dogs with visual commands. Exotics & Small Pets: I am also confident caring for birds, reptiles, fish, and other pocket pets. If you are in the Bellevue area and want a kind, trustworthy, dedicated, and highly communicative sitter to look after your animals, I am here to help! Message me today to schedule a meet & greet. I look forward to meeting your cute critters soon! :) I have very free availability at the moment, as I run my own business for work and make my own hours! Pet care is actually the crux of my personal daily routine. My own cute critter, my cat Flower, keeps me quite occupied at home, whether it's feeding her on schedule, giving her lots of playtime, or just snuggling up for some brushing. Rest assured, I'll treat your furry family member as if they were my own. I would love to have an introduction meeting with you, virtual or in-person, so we can discuss your pet's needs, preferences, and schedule! Every pet is different, and it is very important that I understand your cute critter's individual personality so I can give them the quality care they deserve. During the introductory meeting, I will be sure to ask specifics about diet and medication, as well, so that no changes are made to their regular routine. I work hard to be timely and courteous by keeping pet owners updated about their cute critters while away, and will always make sure to include some pictures for you to enjoy! I make sure that I am accessible around the clock in case any questions or concerns arise while you're away.

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Christy M.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 555 reviews
207 repeat clients
20 years of experience
East Allegheny, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212

“Christy is always so wonderful with Ginger. I am always nervous leaving him alone, but knowing she will be visiting is very comforting. I know he will be taken care of.”

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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
15 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Perry North, Pittsburgh, PA, 15214

“Savanna is the best! So friendly and a natural with dogs! She took great care of our dog during drop in visits while we were away for 4 days. She gave very detailed updates of each visit. She is super reliable, detail oriented and communicates promptly and frequently - we didn’t have to worry at all while we were gone! Our dog can be a lot but she handled him with ease. Highly recommend her!!!”

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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Pittsburgh, PA, 15243

“Jenna is always great! At the last minute, she jumped right in and was flexible when I had to change dates. She is responsive and sends pictures.”

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Our shy kitty quickly accepted Kari as her friend. She was very quick to respond to messages and we would happily book again.

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Bikalpa K.
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Katelyn has cared for my cats and bearded dragon more than once. I know they are in good hands with her. She is very dependable and takes great care of them.

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Carol S.
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Krista has helped out with our Mr. Man quite a few times now. Mr. Man just loves Krista and he always receives the best of care from her! We can leave home for a little while and feel assured that our beloved "kitten" is in good hands while we are away. A million thanks to Krista for all of her help!!!

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Susan P.
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Brianna took great care of my dog over the weekend! I highly recommend her services. Thank you, Brianna!

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Meredith C.
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Mariah is amazing! She helps care for my new puppy while I’m at work during the day, and I couldn’t be happier with her. She’s incredibly responsive, flexible, and reliable. I always feel confident knowing my puppy is in such good and safe hands. Highly recommend her!

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Julia T.
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Amanda did a fabulous job caring for our fur babies. She kept us informed at each visit with pictures of the kids. We felt we were in great hands with Amanda! While being away we had peace of mind knowing our kitties were well taken care of! Thank you Amanda!

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Toni C.
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Laura was fantastic. Provided regular updates and lots of pictures. I came back to a happy and loved cat! Highly recommend her. She loves animals and you can see it in the way she cares for your pets. Thank you for everything!

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Shivani D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Laurie signed up last minute to check in on our dogs. She was able to come in and care for them without having met them beforehand. She sent photos of their lovely walk and when we came home the dogs were happy and healthy. Thank you Laurie!

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Mike
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You are so kind and thoughtful with our Sugar Bear! Appreciate that you send the best snapshots and know how to take care of our puppy!!

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Elizabeth W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Shyann was a great sitter for our dog max. We have never hired anyone outside of family. She sent us pictures at various times. Max felt very comfortable with Shyann and we will definitely have her over again!

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Karin C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Caralyn is an amazing petsitter!! She is super kind and caring. She goes above and beyond to make sure that my cats are happy while I’m gone, taking lots of time to play with them and give them treats. It’s a huge relief knowing that my kitties are in good hands while I’m away!!

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Caroline M.
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My dog seemed sad to see us come in and not her! She was amazing, played with him and kept him fed and happy while we were gone.

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Erin D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lauren is wonderful and was so good taking care of my mom’s cats. We had to rehome them as my mom can no longer care for them due to illness. While she was recovering she stayed with me and we were both so comforted knowing Louie and Leo were being taken care of. Lauren was a life saver and I would highly recommend her!

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J D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Hannah was friendly and awesome! She had no problems getting to know our doggos at her first visit. She wrote detailed notes about her visits and always provided cute photos of our dogs. She kept us updated about how things were going while we were away from home. Highest recommendation for Hannah! Thank you!

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Mike
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sydnie was great with our four cats! They usually hide when new people come around but all 4 came out to see her. It gave us peace of mind knowing they were in good hands. We will definitely use her again.

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Maureen N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We had such a great experience with Destiny watching our cats! She was incredibly communicative, reliable, and sent us regular updates while we were away, which gave us so much peace of mind. It was clear that she genuinely cared about our cats and made sure they were well taken care of. We came home to happy, well-loved kitties! We would absolutely recommend Destiny and will definitely use her again in the future! ❤️

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Allie B.
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Chelsea is an amazing person and we were lucky to have her take care of our animals while we were away on vacation. She is reliable and we’ll be booking her again!

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Chris R.
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We were very happy having Mamie (Mary) care for our two cats! She is a great communicator, particularly when it comes to letting you know how it's going with your pets. We have a cat who is recovering from an injury and we could tell from meeting Mamie - and later from her updates - that he was in good, attentive hands! She also had to play hide-and-seek a bit to keep up with our more timid cat, but she caught onto his patterns. We're glad we were able to book her and would highly recommend!

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Chris F.
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Excellent and thorough care of our 4 cats with great documentation. We felt confident going on a cruise leaving our fur babies in her care.

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Geoffrey M.
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Lee was very patient and caring with our 8 year old kitten who was staying alone without her brother for the first time ever. She did a wonderful job and is highly recommended.

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Beau J.
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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

You and your sitter can agree on a care schedule that fits your pet’s routine and the sitter’s availability. Pet Sitting can be booked as a one-time or recurring drop-in visit. If you need overnight care or dog walks, you may also be able to book House Sitting or Dog Walking through Rover with the same sitter, provided they offer those services.

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  • how often you would like to receive messages, photos, or other updates.

Not every sitter offers the same services, availability, or booking options. Review their profile and discuss the care you need through Rover before booking each service.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

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 .

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 , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies 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 request a Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .

sitters on Rover set their own , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

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

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