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Stephanie F.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Tampa, FL, 33613

Stephanie is always being showing how much she cares about Kaki. Thank you so much Stephanie!

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Nicol M.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
192 reviews
68 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Tampa, FL, 33613

We always appreciate Nicol’s visits! She is prompt and reliable. She plays with our cats and sends very sweet photos. They are well cared for when she’s there.

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Christian J.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Tampa, FL, 33613

We came home to dogs that were healthy and happy. Christian sent us regular photos during our trip. We will use him again!

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Suzanne K.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
30 years of experience
Sulphur Springs, Tampa, FL, 33612

About: I have been a pet parent for many years and understand that every pet is unique. I currently share my home with two Huskies and four cats ranging in age from 3 to 20 years old, giving me experience caring for pets at every stage of life. One of my greatest joys has been caring for senior pets and learning their individual routines, personalities, and needs. I understand that older pets often require extra patience, attention, and gentle care. I also have experience with energetic dogs, independent cats, and the many different personalities that make our pets so special. I treat every animal as an individual and will provide the same loving, dependable care that I would want for my own pets. I work from home and have a flexible schedule that allows me to provide dependable care for your pets. I am able to offer drop-in visits, dog walks, and house sitting while making sure each pet receives individual attention and care. I enjoy incorporating pet care into my routine and taking the time to provide more than just the basics—making sure pets feel comfortable, loved, and cared for while their families are away. Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I understand that inviting someone into your home to care for your pets is a big responsibility, and I will treat both your pets and your home with respect. During visits, I will follow your instructions carefully, maintain your pet’s normal routines, provide meals, fresh water, exercise, playtime, litter box care, and any needed medications. I will pay attention to your pet’s behavior and communicate with you through updates and photos so you can have peace of mind while you’re away. I believe pets are family, and I will care for yours with the same patience, kindness, and attention I give my own.

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Emma F.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
10 years of experience
Tampa, FL, 33613

Emma was great! My pups loved spending the weekend with her. She would update me and send me pics of the pups on each visit. Very reliable and I would definitely recommend her!!

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Emma J.
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$14
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10 years of experience
University Square, Tampa, FL, 33612

About: Growing up in a home full of both dogs and cats taught me to read their unique body language and give every pet the personalized care they deserve. I bring hands-on experience with all life stages, from patient, high-energy supervision for puppies and kittens to gentle, attentive care for senior pets. Whether your dog needs an adventurous walk or your cat prefers quiet couch cuddles, I know how to make both species feel safe, loved, and completely at home. I’m taking a gap semester gives me a highly flexible schedule, allowing me to build my days around your pet's specific routine and needs. I am available throughout the week for long visits, frequent check-ins, or mid-day walks without schedule conflicts. Plus, being on a flexible routine ensures I am always on hand to send prompt photo updates and give your pets the dedicated attention they deserve. For in-house visits, I focus on keeping your pet's routine completely intact while giving them plenty of love and attention. From fresh food, water, and clean litter boxes to interactive play or gentle couch snuggles. For dog walking, safety and engagement are my top priorities. I tailor every route and pace to your dog's energy level, whether they prefer an active strut to burn off energy or a leisurely sniffing stroll. This also includes being hyper aware of the dogs behavior and other behaviors of people and animals. I always send detailed photo updates so you can see how much fun your pet is having!

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Tina W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
217 reviews
70 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Sulphur Springs, Tampa, FL, 33604

Tina is amazing, she was very loving and patient towards my dogs. I will recommend her to anyone! If you need pet sitting please consider Tina!

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Annaliese M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
8 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Tampa Palms, Tampa, FL, 33647

Annaliese did a wonderful job checking in on my baby. Even though I was on a cruise and unable to respond she sent pictures and updates each day. She did a great job!

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Arianne H.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
83 reviews
36 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Lutz, FL, 33559

Arianne was wonderful to meet and my cats immediately took to her. She left me feeling like they were in good hands, and they were! She was great with communication and keeping me updated. Will definitely be working with her in the future!

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AJ P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
105 reviews
32 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Sulphur Springs, Tampa, FL, 33604

I could not have wished for a better person to take care of my Sasha . AJ was punctual and consistent . He gave me the blow by blow details of each visit with my girl . I was out of the country and knowing AJ was taking care of Sasha gave me piece of mind . Sasha loved him from their first visit ! I won’t hesitate to take another trip thanks to AJ. He is stuck with us lol

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Bianca V.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Temple Terrace, FL, 33617

Bianca is the best pet sitter we’ve had so far- very responsive, does a great job following the instructions we shared, and shares detailed updates with pictures each day.

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Katherine T.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
University Square, Tampa, FL, 33612

Katherine did an amazing job with Molly! She was reliable and punctual and Molly loved her:). It’s great to go away and not worry about our Molly girl. Highly recommend!

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Jennifer N.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
168 reviews
43 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Temple Terrace, FL, 33617

Jennifer was absolutely amazing. She watched my Abyssinian cat for five days and if you know anything about Abyssinians, they become very attached to their owners and have extreme anxiety when they’re separated. She came to our house every day and stayed for a half an hour, not just feeding and caring for Bella, but playing with her and giving her the social interaction she needed. I definitely recommend Jennifer and will be using her again. Thank you so much Jennifer for caring for our baby, Bella!

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Ariella H.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Temple Park, Tampa, FL, 33620

Ariella took great care of our very shy and anxious dog Maddie. She was patient and sweet with our girl and even spent extra time during her visits with Maddie to help her feel more comfortable. Will definitely use her in the future!

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Rachael J.
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whisperlin s.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Tampa, FL, 33613

Such a great experience! Whisperlin is incredibly kind and our dogs love when she visits! Everything went smoothly, and we’d happily book again!!

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Emma L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
59 reviews
19 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Tampa, FL, 33613

Emma was able to help me out in a pinch due to another sitter abruptly canceling on me. Much thanks to her, she did a great job with my dog Keye!

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Jariah W.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Tampa Palms, Tampa, FL, 33613

About: I’ve had dogs since I was a little girl, and we got our first cat just a few years ago but they’ve seem to have fallen in love with me lol. My main concern is making sure your pet is happy and comfortable, doesn’t matter the situation. I’m very gentle with them and I always make sure to communicate or ask when necessary, I don’t want to assume and be wrong or not inform you if something happens. I am in college, I have classes 3 days a week, so I’m home quite a bit. I do not currently work so I’m typically free the remaining days. I volunteer/workout in my free time so I can be flexible! Just ask if a day/time works, I’ll do my best to accommodate! I’m in an apartment so I don’t have a lot of space inside. The complex does have a little fenced in dog area, and there are some dog parks in the area that I would be willing to go to if you have a more active pet. I don’t have anything toxic in the apartment, or in a place they could reach at least (medicines/rubbing alcohol, that sort of stuff). I also like going on longer walks, 20-30 min if the weather is nice.

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Ianna-Sundar R.
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$20
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8 years of experience
Tampa, FL, 33612

About: I have taken care of pets since my childhood and my love for them has only grown. I promise to show love to your pet as if it is my own, i love all fur babies. I have one rescue of my own who turns 10 this year 🥺 I recently left my job in pet nutrition retail! I have 8 years experience working with both cats & dogs. & I have references! I recently left my job in pet nutrition retail to offer more availability! When I do overnights I stay present the whole time so no need to worry about your pet feeling alone :) I can do sittings in your home or mine (depending on if your pup is doggy friendly), I have a dog park in my complex, and i always make sure pups get all their walks & enrichment! Pups are always welcome in the bed with me! I care for any and all pets as if they’re my own <3

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Kathryn M.
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$22
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4.8 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
6 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Tampa Palms, Tampa, FL, 33647

We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! Our dogs were comfortable, happy, and well loved while we were away. Kathryn was dependable and made the whole experience stress-free for us. We’re so thankful for the flexibility she granted us and we would gladly book again!

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Carlye H.
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Razan E.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
6 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Tampa, FL, 33612

Razan was so patient and kind to Peaches! She went above and beyond and took great care of my baby! Highly recommend her to anyone in need of a responsible, professional caretaker for your pup!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Arianne is a phenomenal sitter. She took care of my two cats and even used her veterinary experience to help treat one of their wounds. If you want a sitter who is understanding and knowledgeable about your pets needs, I recommend hiring Arianne! I felt at ease on my vacation knowing my cats were in her care.

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Alexis & Camila H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

10/10! Excellent communication, detailed reports, and my cats adore her after the first visit. Followed feeding instructions to a T and made sure to tell me about anything out of the ordinary. Absolutely will rebook and highly recommend to others!

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Genessa D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Annaliese was wonderful. Very responsive and great with communication. She made notes of Lola’s issues/care. She provided detailed updates. She put forth her best effort with Lola. Will definitely use again.

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

Great communication and so considerate. She went above and beyond to make sure my baby had everything he needed and more. I’ve rebooked multiple times and she’s been consistent everytime!!

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

Individualized care for each pet — learns their personalities and needs. I always return to a clean home and very happy kitties. Never have to worry about them while traveling.

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Cassandra D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

This is the second time we’ve booked with Whisperlin to drop in and take care of our cats while on vacation. We have been very happy with the level of attention to the cats and the daily pictures. The cats are happy too!

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Michele L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Madison is truly the best. Now that I’ve found her, she’s the only sitter I’ll ever use as long as she’s still open to working with me. It’s obvious she has a bright future working with animals and I’m grateful for all the help she’s given my family/cats.

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

Jordan was amazing as always! She took great care of our new puppy and our cat who she has cared for before. She is great at communicating and takes amazing pictures to let us know everything is going well. I can’t recommend her enough, we can tell our pets love her too!

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Andrea E.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Emma is my go-to every time I leave town for my cat. She’s reliable, trust worthy, and I recommend her to anyone!

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

Love love love Marie!!! She was so attentive and sweet with my cat, Sushi. She made sure to keep me updated, sent me pictures, and tidy up the house in the smallest ways! You can tell she loves being with animals and that she knows exactly what she’s doing. We can’t wait to see her again!

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Jailene C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Brooklyn was a great pet sitter! She followed all of my instructions to a T, checked in on my cat, and tried to play with her as much as she could. She took care to go above and beyond what was asked of her, which I really appreciated. I will definitely book with Brooklyn again if she is available the next time I am out of town!

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Matthew A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicol always does great with my elderly cat when I’m away! I know she is in good hands while I’m on vacation

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Jessica G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Aurelia was great! Reliable, kind, and friendly- my babies were well taken care of. I will book her again.

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

Angel was so great with our cat! She was very communicative, even before the drop in visits, and super patient as our cat worked through some stage fright. By the end of the week our cat was all over her :) Will definitely book again!!

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Melinda R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ashlee was really accommodating! She took really good care of Pepper, our cat! She went beyond what we asked of her! She played with Pepper, put out toys for her to keep her engaged while we were gone. Thank you Ashlee!

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Courtney C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Emily took amazing care of our 3 cats, as well as our reptiles. My wife and I felt comforted knowing someone was watching our beloved pets.

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Shane V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Aaron was great! He was attentive to the cats and communicative. He showed up on time and truly showed love to all of my furry friends.

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Meredith A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Rachel did again an amazing job taking care of our two kitties! She did some magic and became best friends with our very shy cat that is scared of strangers. We highly recommend her!

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

Allison was great. Very responsive and pro-active. I appreciated all the pictures and feedback on how my pets were doing while I was so far away from home. I definitely recommend her.

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Leslie M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Vivian is a wonderful pet sitter and is incredibly reliable. I cannot recommend her services enough.

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Phillip S.
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The average cost for Cat Sitting in University on Rover is $19.98 per visit (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Cat 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 Cat Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 3,569 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across University. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.

House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.

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.

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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 cat, 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.

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

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% 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.

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