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karen i.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
University City, MO, 63130

“My Roly cried when we drive off. He loved Karen so much!! She care for him like he was her own pet.”

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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
8 years of experience
Central West End, St. Louis, MO, 63108

“Riley was so accommodating and communicative. We had a family emergency and she kept pim safe and cared for us so we could manage our life. 10/10 recommend.”

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Jane P.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Bevo Mill, St. Louis, MO, 63116

“I felt very safe leaving my dog with Jane, I received daily pictures and updates and nothing was lost when I came to pick up (blanket, toys, bowls, etc). Highly recommend Jane :)”

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Sonya & John C.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Maryland Heights, MO, 63043

“I highly recommend Sonya and her family for pet sitting! I recently left my dog, Macario, with them while I was away camping for several days, and they took excellent care of him. It was clear from the updates and photos that he was comfortable, well-loved, and treated like part of the family. When I picked him up, he was happy, relaxed, and clearly had a great stay. They were easy to communicate with, responsive, and genuinely cared about making sure both Macario and I felt comfortable throughout the experience. As a dog mom, having peace of mind while you're away is priceless, and that's exactly what they provided. I'll definitely be using them again in the future. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of Macario!”

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Katiya C.
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$26
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4 years of experience
Tower Grove South, St. Louis, MO, 63116

About: I’ve been around dogs my whole life and have helped take care of our family dogs since I was a little kid. I’ve also helped care for a few friends’ dogs, so I’m comfortable with dogs of different personalities and needs. I genuinely enjoy spending time with dogs and making sure they feel safe, happy, and cared for. I work full time at chick fil a 5 days a week. I usually work mid shifts like 7-4, 8-5, 11-5 about 4 days a week and I always do some type of activity with my dog before I leave as well as feeding and letting him out. After I am always down to having fun with the pups! I have a fenced in backyard with one very playful, sweet pup who wants to be friends with every animal he meets! He’s very energetic so we are always going to the nearest park (which is basically right behind my house) or on a walk or playing in the yard! I also love to take the pups on a joy ride to get treats or just get some breeze!

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Hayle C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Boulevard Heights, St. Louis, MO, 63123

About: I have fed, cuddled, and played with many different cats and dogs that we had from childhood until now. Pets of all kinds, have always been a part of my family and I would love to be a part of yours when you need to get away! I work from home so my schedule is flexible, accomodating mornings and evenings, which is perfect to tuck your little one in or feed them breakfast. I am available to drop in for walks, feedings, or even just socialization at your descretion. Anytime of day works for me as I can schedule around your needs.

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Ross L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 56 reviews
23 repeat clients
8 years of experience
The Hill, St. Louis, MO, 63110

“Ross took amazing care of our golden retriever while we were out of the country for two weeks. He sent daily updates and photos and I could tell she was so well loved and cared for! Definitely recommend Ross to take care of your pup.”

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Lauren C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
8 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Maryland Heights, MO, 63043

“This is my first time having my pup stay with Lauren and hopefully won’t be the last. My pup Liza looked so happy and kept going back to say goodbye when we left. Clearly she enjoyed her time and was very happy. I know my pup will be looking forward to the next time she is able to stay with Lauren!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Katie W.
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Katie W.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 273 reviews
68 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Webster Groves, MO, 63119

“We can’t say enough wonderful things about Katie! They took such amazing care of our sweet Abby while we were away. From the very beginning, they were kind, attentive, and professional, and we felt completely at ease leaving Abby in their care. Abby can be a little shy at first, but she warmed right up thanks to Katie’s gentle and patient approach. We loved receiving updates and pictures while we were gone — it was such a relief knowing Abby was happy, comfortable, and loved. When we picked her up, Abby was relaxed, content, and clearly well cared for. It’s such a comfort to know we’ve found someone who treats her like family. We highly recommend Katie to anyone looking for a trustworthy and loving dog sitter — we are so grateful!”

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Ali C.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 184 reviews
64 repeat clients
17 years of experience
St. Louis, MO, 63123

“Lucy had a great stay with Ali. She got lots of playtime with the other dogs, and Ali was super communicative and sweet. Would book with her again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sara S.
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Sara S.
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$40
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1 year of experience
Bevo Mill, St. Louis, MO, 63116

About: The doggy door is the best thing about my place — your dog decides when to be outside, into a fully fenced yard. My young goldendoodle will happily play all day. Nights are crated unless your dog does better otherwise; I'll match whatever they're used to. I work full-time, mostly in the office. But my kitchen has a doggy door leading to a fully fenced backyard, so your dog can come and go as they please all day. I also have a 1.5-year-old doodle who gets along well with other dogs and is happy to play or nap, depending on the mood. Evenings and weekends, we walk the neighborhood, play fetch in the backyard, or head to a park or dog café for some socializing. Treats and cuddles to end the day. A fenced yard and a built-in doodle playmate to keep your fur baby company. I crate at night- let me know if your dog isn't used to that. I feed twice a day and give treats throughout, or whatever schedule you'd like, just tell me what your dog is used to.

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Melissa B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
30 years of experience
Saint Louis, MO, 63144

“Melissa and her family were great hosts! Coordinating the booking was a breeze. She was very nice and attentive to my pup, Tammy who was so tired from all the playing with their dog Molly during her stay. When I picked her up she was in great spirits and couldn't stop smiling the rest of the day. Melissa sent me pics of Tammy's frequently and that also gave me piece of mind that she was being well cared for. Tammy really enjoyed her time spent with them. I will book again and highly recommend to anyone.”

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Keith N.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 138 reviews
66 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Maryland Heights, MO, 63043

“Can’t recommend enough. While on vacation, or baby girl got to be on vacation too. Absolutely lovely family and even lovelier care givers for your furry friend.”

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Quinton T.
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$30
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4.4 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Gravois Park, Saint Louis, MO, 63118

“Quinton was a very nice host to my fur baby! She was well taken care of and looked so happy in the photos he sent. Communicaton from him was definitely top tier. I’d definitely book again :)”

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Melinda S.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Chesterfield, MO, 63107

“Melinda was great with Sonny. She listened to me as I explained my dog's needs since he is an older dog. Despite not having a fence she explained how she keeps the dogs under her care safe. I would rebook with Melinda again.”

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Shannon R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 186 reviews
72 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Granite city, IL, 62040

“Our dogs came home happy and content. Shannon was great about scheduling and very accommodating to our last minute request. We look forward to them staying with her again!”

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Tyler M.
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$26
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1 year of experience
Hazelwood, MO, 63042

About: I love playing with cats and dogs to make sure they get the attention they deserve i will do do anything extra to help the owner like take out trash ect. Almost everyday when I'm not busy i make sure i take my feed my cats ol L Play with them using their toys and give lots of pets I make sure they are fed well i take them for walks if something is wrong i will contact the owner and i make sure they are safe.

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Linda R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 157 reviews
23 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Florissant, MO, 63031

“We couldn’t be happier with the care our dog received! From the moment we met Linda and her husband Dwight, we knew our pup was in loving hands. They treated our dog like family, and it was clear how much they genuinely love animals. Throughout the stay, Linda kept us updated with pictures and messages, giving us total peace of mind. It was such a relief to know that our dog wasn’t just being looked after but truly cared for. If you’re looking for a sitter who is not only reliable and responsible but also kind-hearted and sweet, Linda and her husband are the perfect choice. We can’t recommend them enough and will definitely be booking with them again!”

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Hayley A.
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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 80 reviews
47 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Clifton Heights, St. Louis, MO, 63139

“Haley took really good care of my baby and was super accommodating! Very patient and I know Papi Chulo had a great time! Thank you Haley!”

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$47
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 62 reviews
18 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Central West End, Saint Louis, MO, 63108

“I couldn’t have asked for a better dog sitter! Her communication is so quick, she sent many photos and videos, and even spoiled our dog with homemade treats and plenty of toys! I would absolutely use her again in the future.”

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I have one dog that’s pretty mellow and another that’s very energetic, and Monica was wonderful with both. I highly recommend!

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Olivia F.
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Leslie has been amazing and my dog just loves to go to her home. It is so comforting to know he is well taken care of and having fun. Leslie is our go to pet sitter. 100 % recommend.

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m l.
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Dustin and Margaret were great! My first time using Rover and they made me feel very comfortable. They sent lots of pictures and gave me updates. I for sure would use them again.

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Michelle M.
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Katherine was a great sitter, my kitty loved staying with her. No items were lost and all the bowls were clean upon my arrival back. I recommend Katherine to everyone!

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Victoria W.
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Alexandra was the BEST caretaker for Ellie. She attended to all my instructions and made sure Ellie had the best time. She sent daily updates and pictures and I was able to focus on my trip knowing my dog was in great hands. She was even flexible when travel chaos made me a little late for pick up. Thanks, Alexandra!

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Jane D.
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If we could leave 11 stars, we would! Darius was amazing with Darcy. Walks, snuggles, chill time, treats, and squirrel chasing…she loved every minute and we were so comforted knowing she was in Darius’s care. He has made a four-legged and 2 two-legged friends for life :). Delighted and grateful…we will definitely be booking again! Thank you, Darius!!

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Courtney B.
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Cat always takes excellent care of our lab and pug. At the end of their stay, our lab acts like she went on retreat and our pug acts like he just had a blast at overnight camp🙂

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Diane P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah did a great job taking care of my Lily over a long 4-day weekend. She provided lots of love and attention, and plenty of updates and photos while I was away. My dog came home happy, and calm, which is an excellent sign of good care. I would definitely recommend Sarah if you want your dog spoiled! And who doesn't want that?!!

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Joanne Q.
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Shaina took such great care of Taz! She sent daily photos and provided frequent updates. She’s kind and welcoming and it felt like leaving Taz with a friend. Highly recommend having your doggo stay with her!

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Jayme M.
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Marie took great care of Tucker. He has a little separation anxiety, but Marie and her kids gave home lots of love and attention.

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Hans G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Yufang was an excellent host and sitter for our dog. She was communicative, supportive, and accommodating. She sent plenty of pictures of her with all the steps she took taking care of our dog. I couldn’t ask for a more caring sitter.

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Jacob S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Wonderful as always! Could not recommend a better sitter. Treats our Murphy as thought he’s her own!

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Taylor K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Shari provided a wonderful environment and loving care for our dog, Poppy. Poppy was relaxed at her home and excited to see Shari the second time we booked her. She sent us cute photos and updates and made us feel that Poppy was in the best hands. We will definitely book Shari again!

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Anne F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

This was our first boarding with Maya and she did not disappoint. She was responsive, took Puff out for a car ride and took excellent care of my baby! Will definitely rebook!❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Ladonna H.
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Karen is so amazing and my baby absolutely loves her. I’ll be booking with Karen as long as she is on Rover 🥰

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Shel A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Isa is great!! So friendly, and attentive and loving with my dog. I know Lily was well-taken care of and had a good time. I could tell immediately when I picked up my dog that she had bonded with Isa and her friend. Plus she got Lily to eat while I was gone, so that's an accomplishment! I will definitely want to use Isa again for future boarding.

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Joanne Q.
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Excellent experience! Rachel took wonderful care of Bella and ensured she was comfortable, played with, and safe. Pictures were sent consistently and Bella was clearly happy and content in her care. What more could you ask for?! Definitely a 5-star sitter!

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Brandon J.
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Gabrielle accepted my late request and went above and beyond to care for my little guy. My cat seemed very comfortable and happy in her space and she was very attentive to him and his needs. She watched him for me when he needed medicine administered twice daily and extra special attention which he got. I’m so grateful to have found her on Rover! Will definitely reach out to her again if I need a sitter.

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Hallie M.
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Jordan was awesome and took good care of my beloved Nina! She usually jets out of anyone's house as soon as I get her, but she stayed to get final pets before running to me. That was enough to know she was in great hands.

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Ivan I.
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Hailie was so sweet and was a life saver being able to watch my boy for a night while some family with allergies visited. He’s usually wary of new people but went right up and was all over them!

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The average cost of Pet Boarding in University City is $41 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $29 and $61 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

There are 1,117 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in University City. About 93% of University City sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.

Once you find the right match, you can arrange a to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.

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.

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.

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 .

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.

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While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in MO ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

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