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Sitter Profile Image: Mariah K.
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$18
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1 year of experience
Leslie, MI, 49251

About: Hi! I’m Mariah, a lifelong animal lover and proud pet parent to a big, goofy dog and two sweet cats. While I’m new to professional pet care, I’ve spent years caring for my own animals and know firsthand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your furry family. I offer drop-in visits, dog walking, and house sitting—and I bring a calm, playful, and structured approach to every visit. Whether it’s a quick check-in, a good walk, or keeping your pets company while you’re away, I treat every animal like one of my own: with love, patience, and attention to their unique needs. I know how nerve-wracking it can be to leave your pets in someone else’s care, and I don’t take that responsibility lightly. My goal is to give you peace of mind—and your pets a new friend they can feel safe and happy with. I currently am a Preschool Teacher so I work Monday-Friday 8am-4:30. So I’m available on weekends. Summers I’m off so I will adjust my days and times when summer draws nearer. Whether I’m visiting your home for a walk, drop-in, or overnight stay, I do everything I can to keep your pet’s routine consistent and stress-free. I follow your instructions closely—mealtimes, meds, playtime, litter boxes, the works—and always give your pet the attention, affection, and patience they deserve. For dogs, I bring a calm, structured energy to walks and make sure they get both exercise and fun. For cats, I understand that comfort and familiarity are everything—I move at their pace and respect their boundaries while still making time for play or snuggles if they’re into it. Every visit is about making your pet feel safe, seen, and loved—just like they would with you

Sitter Profile Image: Brooklyn L.
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Brooklyn L.
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$19
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4.9 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
22 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Jackson, MI, 49201

Brooklyn was flexible and easy to work with. I will certainly look for her again next time. We met prior to her scheduled walking of my Pomsky, Razia to give her access to my apartment and discuss details. She is very nice and professional. Thanks, again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Darla W.
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Darla W.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
162 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Spring Arbor, MI, 49283

Thank you so much for taking care of the dogs! I enjoyed receiving the updates and pictures during the dog walk. Darla is professional, sweet, extremely caring for our animals and a great communicator.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaitlin R.
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$15
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30 years of experience
Onondaga, MI, 49264

About: I’ve been caring for animals since I was a child in 4H. I’ve had all sorts of pets, from cats and dogs, to hamsters and horses. I have experience with anything from neonatal kittens to senior pets. I’m a major empath and have a soft spot for all animals and creatures. I promise to care for your animals as if they were my own,with compassion and common sense. I’m looking forward to caring for your fur babies ☺️ I actually just moved to the area fairly recently from New Jersey, and I work from home so this would be an ideal way to fill my spare time. ☺️ I come equipped with experience with all kinds of pets, along with common sense and basic compassion for animals. I treat my pets like my children, and I would treat yours with those same standards.

Sitter Profile Image: Ellen S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
7 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Jackson, MI, 49202

About: I’m knowledgeable in breed-specific needs and maintain consistency to keep them mentally and physically happy! I have previously taken dog behavior courses and am familiar with dog body language. I have worked with dogs of all sizes and ages! No dog is “too much!” I am comfortable with administering medications and providing grooming for long haired/high maintenance breeds. I have worked with puppies all the way up to senior dogs so I am comfortable handling all ages. I have a full-time job but am more than happy to fit time in to take care of your lovely fur baby. My typical shift is 8:00-4:30pm M-F. I have open availability on weekends to provide housesitting! If you are looking for constant care (pet cannot be left alone for 4 hours or more), I am happy to provide that however, I do charge a constant care rate if during the work week as I will need to take those days off and I will need to recoup lost salary. For constant care pets, I do require at least a month’s notice ahead of time so I can get that time off to accommodate. I will never take a sit if my work schedule cannot accommodate it—your pet’s care and safety is extremely important to me. I will work with you to decide if I am the right fit for your pet’s needs and routine. Nothing is worse than upsetting your pet’s routine and comfortability! I now offer drop-visits as well! This is great for people who might need someone to check in your fur baby a couple times a day but does not need around-the-clock needs. I am happy to drop in before work (8am) and can drop by after work! If you’re someone who works longer shifts, this is perfect for you! I am comfortable crating your pet if requested but they are also more than welcome to share a bed with me if they are used to sleeping with you! If you have an unfenced yard, I will keep them on leash at all times. If you have a fenced yard, I will stay out and monitor them until they are ready to come inside. Doors will be locked at all times whether I am in the home with your pet or if I’m at work. If you have any home-alarm systems, I will use them as well.

Sitter Profile Image: Andrew L.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
11 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Mason, MI, 48854

About: Hello, I'm Andrew, a dog walker based in Mason. This summer (‘25) I am only offering dog walks, so if you’re looking for a walker, reach out please! I am offering an inexpensive rate. I have a personal car and am available to travel for work. I have worked through Rover before, and every single job I’ve taken has been a blast and every new dog is a friend. Please reach out for dog walking needs! Schedule is totally flexible! I am available on a daily basis. Also, I make homemade doggy treats! I have a delicious and nutritious 5 ingredient recipe for peanut butter & pumpkin biscuits made with coconut flour that your dog may appreciate. Contact me about delivering a treat bag, big or small, for a birthday or special occasion. Pet care can fit into my daily routine in the way that best suits my clients needs. Like I said, I work and study from my computer so I am fully mobile and and my schedule is flexible. I care for the pets in your home exactly like I am expected to. Pets, snuggles, activity when appropriate, general maintenance. I engage with each dog one on one and ensure that they're being taken care of.

Sitter Profile Image: Veronica B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Spring Arbor, MI, 49283

I highly recommend Veronica as a dog walker and caretaker. Reliability and responsibility are among Veronica‘s greatest strengths. She communicates effectively with pet owners by providing regular updates and photos.

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Sitter Profile Image: Heather L.
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Heather L.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Jackson, MI, 49201

About: I can travel. I have dealt with medications. Great at juggling more than one pet! Attentive!! Responsible. Happy pets! Happy owners! You won’t be disappointed! I am working part time. I’m hoping to make pet care a larger part of my occupation. I’m available more than most people with jobs. I ensure they have a healthy routine. Consistency is important to me for walks and meals. And giving them lots of love! Always being cautious!

Sitter Profile Image: Madison M.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Onondaga, MI, 49264

About: I have taken care of many animals. I was raised on a dairy farm and my family has had dogs my whole life. My family currently has 3 dogs. I am currently working part time in Onondaga so I have plenty of time to play with your pups. I enjoy spending my free time with animals. I live on a farm so I have plenty of room for pups to run around. I also have a fenced in area if needed.

Sitter Profile Image: Breanna F.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Jackson, MI, 49201

Breanna was amazing! My dog is a puller & she had no issues walking him! She helped me out last minute & was very communicative. If i wasn’t moving, I’d book her again!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lilyana V.
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$15
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3 years of experience
Jackson, MI, 49201

About: I’ve owned numerous dogs in my life & have become my neighborhood dog walker because of it! I would love the opportunity to get to expand the community of doggies I see everyday. I am available to drop-in and/or walk your dog Monday through Thursday, between 10-4pm! I am also available to stay for up to an hour per visit! If I am dropping in, I make sure to follow the instructions given for each dog. This is a professional environment, so I don’t ever relax or get distracted from the pet.

Sitter Profile Image: Nicole K.
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Nicole K.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews
27 repeat clients
21 years of experience
jackson, MI, 49201

About: Our family has a private quite enclosed off from the house by sliding door family room that gives your pet peace and the ability to go outside to the large fenced in back yard and deck to lounge and lay in the sun the perfect quite set up private for your pet. Or if your pet prefers family style we open sliding door to enjoy kids and be able to enjoy the kids playing with them we are a Caring devoted animal loving family Loves dogs and animals house boarding Dog walking dependable belief in love and fun toys tennis balls and give your animal the care its family would give the peace of mind knowing your animal is being treated with the most important care until you come home. The care provided fenced back yard free running with toys to play and tennis balls to chase. The Ultimate care given to your Animal giving you the peace of mind while you are away. Experience in Large dogs German Shepherd, Labs,Doberman,Pitts,to small Pugs to Turtles, Lizards Gecko, to Birds. Looking to ease your travel and plans with premier care for your animals with keeping in touch with your concerns and needs and wants.Give me a Call We treat your animal as family I enjoy the daily walks around the neighborhood or just the back yard cleaning and having your dog enjoy the deck and the sun or playing ball or freesbe I am about safety at my house I have a fenced in back yard make sure they are safe and a big deck to enjoy the sun and kids love playing fetch with the dogs

Sitter Profile Image: Kelsey N.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
10 years of experience
Springport, MI, 49284

About: I am recent college graduate and a new high school teacher, so my summers are 100% free. Once school begins, I would be doing afternoon walks or weekend overnights. I grew up with 2 Yorkies and rescued my own 150 lb golden retriever the size of a Great Dane in 2014 (now 9 years old). I have a great deal of animal behavior experience from my own pets both big and small. I have done a great deal of training as well from working with dogs through college getting the basic commands, walking on a leash, and potty training. I also have done quite a bit with my rescue who had horrible manners and mild agression, but he know walks without a leash on all types of property and is a completely different dog. I teach outdoor education and physical education, so I love to go on long walks at the forest preserve and would be willing to run with your dogs, walk them around the neighborhood, or take them to the dog park. I have all types of bowls, backpacks, and water containers so no matter where we go they will have the proper hydration. I am a very outgoing and trustworthy person and would do everything possible to keep your pets safe and happy.

Sitter Profile Image: Kelly & Taylor W.
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Kelly & Taylor W.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
19 repeat clients
33 years of experience
Leslie, MI, 49251

About: Taylor and I have both had animals our whole lives. We have taken care of a large varieties of animals.. cats, dogs, chickens, horses, even a bearded dragon! We are HUGE animal lovers!! We have experience with elderly animals, diabetics and so much more We run a small sourdough bakery out of our home and usually are attending events most weekends. Kelly works from home baking and running her small business. Taylor works an early morning full time job m-f Kelly's schedule changes week to week and is flexible making drop-in times easy to work around We are all about the animal and their comfort level. Whatever they need to be happy and stress free, we are willing to provide. Not to mention having two people means double the attention and double the love! We want your pet to feel like we are apart of their pack!

Sitter Profile Image: Breonna F.
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$15
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6 years of experience
Jackson, MI, 49201

About: I treat animals like my children I even train In my Spare time and I trained my dog how to be a seeing eye dog and a service dog im fascinated by all the creative ways to bond and be one with your dog and have social skills Would love a chance to sit stay or rollover for your pet I’m An aspiring vet student and would love a chance to Make some fur friends or as I call them 4 legged babies what sets me a apart from other sitters is I’m compassionate loving and real good spoiler when it comes to my pet or yours animals are something I want I’m my life for the rest of my Life and it’s my therapy I do work 8-5 Monday through Friday I have all my weekends free and am available for dog sitting and walking per request I know how important it is that thwy get proper potty breaks and booties for all sizes for those hot days I have two fur babies to keep your babies company and then some loads of energy and enrichment toys and plenty of exercise on our walks I have a ball pit and and pool for when it’s to hot and love making dog popsicles

Sitter Profile Image: Sara A.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
15 years of experience
Jackson, MI, 49201

About: I’ve owned multiple dogs my whole life, from our current German Shepherd and Siberian Husky to the two pugs we adopted when I was in high school to the lovey dog we found as a kid that we named Scooby-Doo because he looked just like him. I’ve helped care for all of them from walks around the block to feeding time to going outside just for potty and play time. I’ve also helped out a few friends with their dogs since high school while they were away. I’m currently a stay at home mom with a decently open schedule after my kids go to school in the morning and once my husband gets home from work during the week and am available during all hours of the weekend. If you are comfortable with your pets coming to my house I have two very friendly dogs who love play dates if your fur babies play well with others and a big back yard and a fenced in side yard for plenty of running around room or games of fetch. If I’m watching your dog(s) at your home I will follow whatever schedule you have for them on top of making time for play, walks and love so that they don’t feel neglected in any way while you are away. I also am more than comfortable with giving them baths if need be.

Sitter Profile Image: Kristy R.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
15 years of experience
Jackson, MI, 49201

About: I grew up with cats and have 2 and 5 year old dogs currently. I love having friends pets over for weekends, play dates, and getting outside for walks. I hope I can share my passion for animals with you and your family by helping you out. I will love your fur baby like it’s my own. I work during the day, but would love to help you out in the afternoon/evenings. I am also available during the weekends for check ins and overnight stays. I will take care of your pets like they are my own. I am comfortable administering medicine if needed. I will keep their litter boxes clean and fresh throughout my time. I will also play and love your animal with lots of pets.

Sitter Profile Image: Owen S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Jackson, MI, 49201

Owen was fantastic with Murray. He took the time to make sure Murray (and me) was comfortable with him before his walk and even sent pictures during the walk. I would definitely recommend Owen.

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Sitter Profile Image: Mirriah F.
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$15
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4.5 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
jackson, MI, 49201

About: Pet enthusiast looking to share my love and compassion for animals in exchange for fair rates. I have ample room so prolonged pet watching be it overnight or long-term is available. Flexible rates for weekly, biweekly or monthly. Your Fur-baby will be in wonderful loving hands. I am a independent contractor so very flexible schedule to give the care that is needed to your pal(s). Can set aside ample time for him or her. I provide care that is aligned with how a pet owner would want their pet taken care of. I treat pets like the fur mamma I am, with loving compassion and patience knowing that a pet is a part of the family first and an animal second respecting each individual's own set of needs and natural behavior. I am going to school for vet tech so boarding and taking care of pets is not jus a gig it is a passion and a lifelong love.

Sitter Profile Image: Calliope K.
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$20
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6 years of experience
Parma, MI, 49269

About: I grew up having at least one dog in my house at all times, and I have taken care of a variety of dogs for friends, family, and neighbors since middle school. I have experience with different breeds, temperaments, and sizes of dogs in all walks of life. I am well equipped to go on long walks, enjoy some playtime and enrichment, give lots of cuddles, and spend time loving your dog the way you do while you're gone! I am working part-time and have a flexible schedule to spend time with your pets! I am available during the day to give your pups the loving they need in your absence, whatever that may be. I am a capable caregiver with a lot of personal experience. I prioritize maintaining the rhythm and routine your pets prefer, whether that be long walks, the safety of a crate, enriching play time, or lots of lovin'. I am a quick learner and I am intentional in how I go about giving your dog what they need. I can manage medicine, and most special needs, just let me know in advance!

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As of July 2026, there are 883 sitters on Rover offering Dog Walking across Tompkins. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Whether you want a solo or group walk depends on your dog's personality. Solo walks can be beneficial for dog parents with reactive dogs, puppies, or dogs who are anxious around unfamiliar animals. Many dog walkers on Rover offer private, one-on-one walking services.

Group walks are a good fit for social dogs who enjoy structured walks. If your dog prefers the energy of a group stroll, ask your dog walker about group walks in your Tompkins. Since all dog walkers are local, they may have a neighborhood dog who is a good walking companion to yours.

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Yes, you can find walkers who have experience with handling special pet needs in Tompkins. On Rover:

  • 97% of walkers can help with special care needs
  • 100% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% 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.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a walker. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your walker 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 walker questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and walkers 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.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

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