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Sitter Profile Image: Marybeth F.
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Marybeth F.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
8 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Cohoes, NY, 12047

***FIRST TIME ROVER USER**** When my normal sitter became unavailable, unexpectantly, I had no idea what to do. I was at the point of not going away on my vacation because it was about a week away from leaving. This was my first time using Rover, and my anxiety was through the roof about the entire process and the idea of a stranger coming into my home. I chose Marybeth primarily based upon location, her photos of her and her pets and her age/experience. Upon meeting Marybeth, her overall kindness and genuine, sweet, friendly personality put me at ease immediately. She listened attentively to what my needs were and my animals routines, without trying to change or judge anything. She was promptly responsive to all of my communication prior to leaving for my trip and the duration as well. When meeting (2) of my (3) fur babies kitties (only because 1 is a scaredy cat and won't come out for anyone really), you could tell immediately that she has a love of cats and taking care of them appropriately and lovingly. I left instructions for her and she followed all of my requests (even non animal related, like bringing in my mail and checking on my refrigerator door that pops open). She was even kind enough to check on my hamster even though that was not part of the animals requested to watch. Every day while I was gone, she was on time, left me a happy little note about the status of everything and pictures of all my babies. Personally, the fear/worry/anxiety about leaving my babies as well as just someone coming in my home was enormous, and Marybeth really put that to ease for me. (I know I already mentioned that, but I figured for anyone reading this, who is on the fence about hiring through Rover). I would 100% recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, kind, sweet person to take care of your precious family members while you are away. She even returned my key promptly upon my return. Thank you to her again. I am forever grateful for her.

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Phelan S.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
14 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

So I am a travel nurse working in Scottsbluff, and I have had the pleasure of Phelan taking fabulous care of my furbaby Remi. She is very passionate and loving and played a lot with my dog. I would definitely recommend her.

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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Menands, NY, 12204

About: I will pay full attention to your pet. I am flexible and I can work with you to tend to your pet's every need. I am often the go-to call when my friends or neighbors plan to go away. I will love your furry family member like they are my own. The great bonus for me is the love I get in return from your pet and hopefully provide peace of mind to the owners. I have one 18-year-old grumpy kitty who I love dearly, who will happily hide in my bedroom – and ever so briefly – coexist with my doggie guests. All good there. I would be available any time from Sunday-Thursday for doggie day care or drop in visits... and available from Sun to Wed for overnight stays. I will love and protect your pet like they are my own. If I were to visit your/their home, I would enter and provide excellent service with respect to you and your pets!

Sitter Profile Image: Christina T.
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Christina T.
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$25
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15 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

About: I have extensive experience caring for animals of all species, especially dogs and cats.Through both personal and hands-on experience, I have developed strong skills in animal handling, feeding, health monitoring, and maintaining clean, safe living environments. I have a genuine passion for animals and am committed to providing compassionate, reliable care that promotes their health, comfort, and well-being. Pet care is already a central part of my daily routine. As the owner of my own pet sitting business, I carefully organize and schedule my days around my clients' needs to ensure every pet receives reliable, consistent, and attentive care. I plan visits according to each pet's established routine, including feeding schedules, exercise, medication administration, litter box or enclosure maintenance, and companionship. Having spent years caring for and rescuing animals, I am accustomed to structuring my schedule around their well-being. My flexible routine allows me to provide dependable care while giving each pet the time, attention, and individualized support they deserve. I strive to maintain their normal routine as closely as possible so they feel comfortable, secure, and stress-free while their owners are away. The safety, comfort, and well-being of every pet in my care is always my top priority. I take the time to learn each pet's routine, personality, medical needs, and any special instructions provided by their owner. Whether caring for pets in my home or a client's home, I maintain a clean, calm, and secure environment and closely monitor pets for any changes in behavior, appetite, or health. I understand that every animal is unique and deserves individualized care, patience, and attention. I follow all feeding schedules, medication instructions, exercise requirements, and household rules exactly as requested. I also provide regular updates, photos, and communication so owners can feel confident and reassured while they are away. As a lifelong animal caregiver with extensive experience caring for animals, I strive to build trust with both pets and their owners by treating every animal as if they were my own.

Sitter Profile Image: Jacob Z.
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Jacob Z.
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$14
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4.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
3 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

About: I have 2 dogs at home back in Austin, one since late 2012, the other since early 2016. I've always gotten along well with dogs. I've found that most of them are very perceptive to who dog people are and they basically always recognize that in me. My dogs back in Austin helped me get through the day. Other than going to school at Hudson Valley Community College, there hopefully shouldn't be any scheduling conflicts. I try to make sure my dogs get enough attention, and usually we can count on each other for emotional support when they wouldn't prefer to spend time with the other members of my family.

Sitter Profile Image: Kailey M.
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Kailey M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Latham, NY, 12110

Kailey was great with our dogs during the drop in visit. One of our dogs is protective and weary of new people, but he was calm and comfortable with her. We’d definitely hire her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Larissa K.
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Larissa K.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
94 reviews
27 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12182

Larissa was recommended from a friend for a last minute urgent need. Larissa did a meet-and-greet and 5 drop-in-visits. She made our out-of-state trip significantly less stressful, knowing they were in good hands. She was able to administer a capsule medication and give lots of love and play to our babies in addition to the less glamorous aspect of scooping a multi-cat home and cleaning some cat vomit up. She even managed to coax our timid cat out for scratches after I adamently assured her he would hide the entire time lol. We plan to recommend Larissa to friends and rebook ourselves. Although our cats were happy to have us home, they also seemed a little disappointed that we were not her.

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Sara J.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
20 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Lancaster, Albany, NY, 12203

Thank you, Sara! Our cats were well looked after while we were away. Sara’s timeliness and communication were so appreciated. Our cat who can be picky about taking medicine took her pill from Sara no problem. Sara has a natural touch with animals and treats them with so much kindness.

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Tiffany D.
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$22
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30 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12183

About: I have dealt with dogs nearly my entire life! I’d love to pop in and take your pup for a walk and spend some one on one time with them! I have expierence in a lot of various dog breeds! I work full time as a Nurse and am looking for something rewarding to do after my daily 8-4! I currently work full time as a Nurse. I work some days until 2 or 4. Although I do have quite a bit of flexibility! I am trustworthy and am more than willing to provide pop in visits or can discuss other options if needed in your home as well!

Sitter Profile Image: Camille N.
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Camille N.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Very good at communicating and took very good care of my cats! Would definitely recommend, she was very thorough and I was able to be away without worrying

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Ashley G.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
3 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Was great with our 2 cats. Feed, them both, and gave medicine to our Lucky. Spent time petting and playing with them. Arrived on time, and sent pictures of our precious babies. We will hire again. The cats each gave her 2 paws up. :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Lulu B.
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Lulu B.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
10 years of experience
Menands, NY, 12204

About: I’ve had cats my entire life and a dog since I was ten. I’ve also been volunteering at animal shelters since the beginning of 2024! I have a calm energy which is great for putting anxious pets at ease. I have the most experience with small dogs but love dogs of all sizes! I have the most availability on weekends but I have no problem making weeknight visits to provide your pets with the care they deserve! I have my own car so transportation is not an issue. Pet safety whether out and about or in your home is my top priority! I am careful to observe animal body language so I can better know when to give a pet space or remove them from a distressing situation. If you have any care or safety concerns that are specific to your home or pet, do not hesitate to let me know!

Sitter Profile Image: Angela L.
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Angela L.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
7 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Angela was excellent, my cat Nene was well cared for, and I would highly reccomend her for anyone looking for a cat sitter. Thank you for taking care of Nene!

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Sitter Profile Image: Justin T.
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Justin T.
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$15
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9 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12182

About: Hi I am 38 and love all animals and enjoy spending time with dogs. They help us in many ways, they can be a best friend or a family member. And best of all they are always there tor you. I also enjoy spending time with cats and playing with them as they're very calm, loving animals. I have been caring for people’s pets for 9+ years. I am a full-time pet care provider. I have dedicated my life to making sure your pets feel like home when you are not home. I have a fence in yard and cameras throughout the exterior of the property for safety of the pets and a piece of mind for the owners.

Sitter Profile Image: Ayva T.
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Ayva T.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
5 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

About: For a year, I walked my neighbor's Cavalier King Charles spaniel while she was recovering from a hip injury, until she could walk better. She and her daughter greatly appreciated my help and have said to me that their dog Cooper has been so much happier ever since he met me. I am a college student that goes to school 5 days a week from 7am to 2 pm. I can do early morning walks before 7am since I am a morning person, and I can do walks or come over after class. I am free on most weekends. I am free most of the time in the summer from June to August. I cannot bring pets into my home since I have two cats that are not very pet-friendly. But I can do all the care you need me to do at your house.

Sitter Profile Image: Abigail M.
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Abigail M.
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$20
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1 repeat client
13 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

About: I have extensive professional and personal experience caring for dogs of all ages, temperaments, and needs. I am comfortable administering oral medications, as well as injections like insulin, and following special care instruction. I currently have a lot of availability so I have a bunch of time to get to know your pets! Please message me regarding house sitting availability. I focus on maintaining their normal routine to minimize stress when caring for pets in a client’s home. I provide updates, photos, and notes after each visit so owners can feel confident their pet is happy and well cared for.

Sitter Profile Image: Leydi P.
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Leydi P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
7 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Menands, NY, 12204

About: Hi, my name is Leydi! I’ve loved dogs and cats my whole life and have been around them since I was little. I have over 20 years of experience caring for dogs and cats for family and friends. I’ve always dreamed of working with animals because I truly enjoy being around them and making sure they’re happy, safe, and well cared for. I love seeing dogs go on walks, play, and just enjoy their day, and I feel the same way about cats and their unique personalities. Rover feels like a perfect fit for me because I get to do something I genuinely love. I’m very patient, responsible, caring, and attentive, and I would love the chance to meet and take care of your furry friend :) I’m super responsible and committed. I can definitely accommodate your needs with a little bit of advance notice. Having my own dog, I know how much time they need, so I dedicate pretty much all of my free time to her and I'd love to do the same for your pup! I live in an apartment complex surrounded by lots of nature! We have a dedicated area in the back with both a fenced dog park and a big open one. I have a small dog named Lola who is super friendly and loves playing with dogs and cats. While I prefer watching your pup at your place, I’m happy to host for doggy daycare!

Sitter Profile Image: Nayla M.
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Nayla M.
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$15
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12 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

About: I’ve had pets my entire life and have always enjoyed taking care of friends and family’s pets. I’ve taken care of countless dogs and cats including puppies. I work until 3:30 pm on weekdays but I am completely free on the Saturdays and Sundays and have some availability in afternoons after 4 pm and at night. I have experience dog sitting and following instructions on when to feed the pets as well as how often to take them out etc. I always make sure to keep any human food or dangerous objects out of reach and to always keep an eye on them while in the house. On walks I am also very attentive and make sure that the dog is secure in the harness.

Sitter Profile Image: Sandy P.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
17 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Cohoes, NY, 12047

Sandy is amazing!! She came over to meet and greet and check in before we left and she is incredible! She is first exceptional with cats (I have two 5,15) and knew how to approach and love on both. My 5 year old cat was very excited to meet her! She was thorough with the schedule and getting to know us as well. I really had such a peace of mind knowing my fur babies were going to be in her care!

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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
17 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Rachel was great! Came for a drop in to meet Marloe and get the skinny for her weekend visit coming up. Marloe loved her from the start! So happy to have somebody that can stay at the house with him!

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This was our first time hiring a sitter and Jenna did such a great job in keeping my dog Steve company! I really appreciated the updates and pictures❤️

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Rubi M.
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I can’t say enough great things! Stephanie was wonderful, communicative, prompt, and so nice to work with. My little critters were well taken care of.

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Anne P.
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Samantha is extremely personable and was great with my dog and cat. She was there when she said she would be and the animals seemed to really like her. Will definitely work with her again, if she’s willing :)

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Caroline I.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Melanie is so wonderful! She graciously took a last minute booking and also was super easy going about my address mixup which I GREATLY appreciate her for. I would absolutely book with her again.

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Kathryn S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Gianna was an absolute angel with our young pup, Birdie! She gave us detailed updates and some amazing pics of our dog. You can tell she really cares about animals. Gianna is very sweet and I will 100% use her again!!

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Hailey N.
Drop-In Visits
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Carissa was amazing! She always responded back right away and took care of everything I needed. Will definitely be booking with here again.

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Anjelica B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicole was amazing! We have used Rover for years, but have never had someone come to our house, so I was very anxious to start this process in general. From the messages, to the meet and greet, to the actual dog sitting, I can confidently say Nicole was an excellent choice all around. She is very communicative and personable (putting my own anxieties at ease!), sent detailed updates, was incredibly respectful of our home, and all of my kids were very happy with her. My dog is often a loud and anxious weirdo, but was excited to both meet Nicole and then have her in our home. Even my temperamental cat wanted to interact with her. We will absolutely check her availability next time we are in need. Thank you so much again, Nicole!

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Casey R.
Drop-In Visits
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Hailey took good care of our dogs in our absence! She provided photos and everyone seemed happy when we got home. Thank you!

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Melissa F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Laina has been great so far! We've had two meetings where she was very patient with Griffin, my dog. He has been very cautious and timid and Laina is being so thoughtful with him and earning his trust. Thank you Laina!

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Emily K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Leah was absolutely amazing — incredibly responsive, communicative, and attentive. It was such a relief to feel like I didn’t have to worry about my pup while I was away. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring sitter.

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Rachel T.
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Anna is alway a lifesaver coming in clutch to take on last minute bookings. Very lucky to have her as a sitter ❤️

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Allison M.
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Linda was great and took Louie for walks and some fresh air as scheduled! It was very easy to communicate with her. Thanks again, Linda!

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Leigh Ann M.
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Alessia was amazing! Super respectful and responsive and helped me out with my puppy in a pinch. Would definitely recommend her, I'm definitely booking again!

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Crystal M.
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The average cost for Dog Sitting in Troy on Rover is $22.2 per visit (as of July 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 July 2026, there are 1,174 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across Troy. 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 Troy 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 Troy 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 Troy 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 Troy. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 97% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 98% 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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