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Sitter Profile Image: Deliris D.
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Deliris D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
59 reviews
26 repeat clients
7 years of experience
University Heights, Newark, NJ, 07103

Deliris was very communicative and accommodating with taking care of our cats; I never once worried about them in her care! She sends great pictures and very detailed updates. I recommend choosing her to sit your babies!

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Sitter Profile Image: Irene L.
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Irene L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
7 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Harrison, NJ, 07029

Thank you so much for loving my baby girl while I was away!!! I think she absolutely loved the iPad games you brought :) so many photos and videos while I was away and so communicative. We will definitely have you back!

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Rachael V.
Sitter Profile Image: Irisdelie D.
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Irisdelie D.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
5 repeat clients
1 year of experience
University Heights, Newark, NJ, 07103

Irisdelie was amazing, great communication and so so wonderful with my cats. Provided great updates with adorable pictures after each visit. I felt very comfortable and happy knowing my babes were being well cared for and loved while I was away.

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Amanda S.
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Jade G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
95 reviews
32 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Newark, NJ, 07104

Jade was absolutely incredible. I have 4 crazy Aussies that are full of energy but also full of love. Jade paid close attention to all my directions and my dogs were so happy to have her come see them every day. She gave them lots of love and worked on tricks with them to keep them engaged. I would recommend Jade to anyone who needs pet sitting or dog walking. She was wonderful.

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Sitter Profile Image: Alison R.
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Alison R.
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$34
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Harrison, NJ, 07029

Alison was great! She took good care of my babies!

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Melanie V.
Sitter Profile Image: Abigail C.
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Abigail C.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
7 years of experience
University Heights, Newark, NJ, 07103

About: I grew up around all kinds of pets & began pet sitting in high school. I’ve cared for puppies and kittens all the way to senior care. Small dogs and big ones (Great Danes are the largest). I’ve gone on countless walks, used gentles leaders, played with all types of toys, administered various medications, and given lots of baths. I have a 2-year-old short-haired calico, and a 9-year-old Boston Terrier/Pug mix. I am a student who works as a barista part time. I do school online and my schedule is extremely flexible which makes me the perfect pet sitter. I am happy to do whatever is necessary to fit into your pets routine. I provide plenty of photos and updates. I am lucky to have my sister as a roommate so if it is necessary for me to stay with a pet overnight I am able to do so.

Sitter Profile Image: Lilian L.
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Lilian L.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
7 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Harrison, NJ, 07029

Lilian was great with our cats! She took amazing photos and cared for them like they were her own. She even played with them and got action shots!! She is a fantastic pet sitter and we would recommend her without reservation!! ~Rhonda & Mike

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Rhonda R.
Sitter Profile Image: Joni W.
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Joni W.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
6 repeat clients
45 years of experience
South Broad Street, Newark, NJ, 07102

Joni is just amazing!! Our pup Milo loves Joni. She walks Milo 3 days a week and helps us out in a pinch. We get great updates from her. She’s helped Milo learn how to go on little bike runs with her and tires our little boy out when needed! She’s also so patient with Milo. We love her and recommend her for all your puppy needs :))))

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Sitter Profile Image: Neide P.
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Neide P.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
208 reviews
79 repeat clients
30 years of experience
North Ironbound, Newark, NJ, 07105

Neide took such great care of CJ. It was my first time using Rover so I was nervous but she cared for my cat as if it were her own. She sent daily pictures and even a video.

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Sitter Profile Image: Molly M.
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Molly M.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
18 repeat clients
20 years of experience
East Orange, NJ, 07017

Molly was very attentive with my three cats. She sent lots of pictures and made sure their litter was clean every day! Molly went above and beyond ! Highly recommend Molly!

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Misty L.
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Thomas C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
25 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Bloomfield, NJ, 07003

Thomas is amazing with my dog. He helps me every week going in to walk him while everyone is at work. He’s become one of my dog’s best friends and couldn’t ask for anything more! Reliable and consistent!

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Natasha S.
Sitter Profile Image: Kayla W.
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Kayla W.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Newark, NJ, 07102

Kayla is the most amazing sitter! She takes care of my babies with utmost attention to detail, and timeliness. She takes really fun pics for the rover card, I love reading her messages and pictures on those cards and looking forward to viewing them every time. She even got into a car accident but still came to a morning session not much delayed! She only mentioned to us about the accident after we came back. Such kindhearted and passionate animal lover and carer! I would recommend Kayla to anyone in needs, and it’s super rare for me to leave a review. Thank you Kayla for everything you did for my babies in the last two weeks!

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Sitter Profile Image: Nima L.
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Nima L.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
8 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Forest Hill, Newark, NJ, 07104

Nima was so wonderful with Ollie. She’s a real professional and took great care when sending me photos and videos of him. It was my first time away from him and she was terrific in making me and Ollie at ease. 10/10 will recommend and will absolutely be reaching out to her again.

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Janice B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
10 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Weequahic, Newark, NJ, 07112

About: I’ve been pet sitting for over 2 years and truly love caring for animals. Along with my experience providing overnight care, I currently work as a veterinary assistant, where I care for both dogs and cats in a professional setting. Working in vet medicine has helped me become comfortable with pets of all ages, sizes, personalities, and needs, including senior pets and anxious animals. I pay close attention to each pet’s behavior and routine to make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away. I work full time, so I fit pet care around my work schedule. I’m available on weekends and some Thursdays, which I’ve listed in my availability. I make sure to plan ahead so I can be consistent and give pets proper care and attention when I’m with them. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I follow their normal routine as closely as possible to help the pet feel comfortable and secure. I make sure they are fed on schedule, have fresh water, get walks and bathroom breaks, and receive plenty of attention and playtime. I also keep their environment clean and safe and follow any specific instructions provided by the owner.

Sitter Profile Image: Daniel D.
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Daniel D.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Bloomfield, NJ, 07003

About: I've been pet sitting for family, friends, and neighbors for as long as I can remember. Apart from my current two dogs, I've also raised three previous dogs from being a puppy into their senior years. I'm a firm believer in positive reinforcement training, every dog deserves the utmost love and care. I own my own business and set my own hours so I can accommodate anyone's pet care needs. I'm fine with short notice requests and can work with anyone's schedule! I have two dogs that can run around freely in my fenced in backyard. They each get at least two solo shorter walks (about 15 minutes around the park we live next to) per day and an additional longer walk (around 45-60 minutes) once my girlfriend gets home from work where we walk both together.

Sitter Profile Image: Karollyne L.
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Karollyne L.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
54 reviews
20 repeat clients
2 years of experience
North Ironbound, Newark, NJ, 07105

Karollyne was communicative and attentive. She shared multiple photos each time she dropped in on our two cats. It was a long trip and I was nervous about being away, but Karollyne made me feel at ease.

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Sitter Profile Image: Priyanka B.
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Priyanka B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
East Orange, NJ, 07018

She came on time and overall had a good experience.

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Alejandra "Aria" M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Harrison, NJ, 07029

About: Hi, I’m Aria✨ I’m a JC local who enjoys long walks at the park (with your dog). My love for animals started when I volunteered to dog-walk and help find dogs a home at an SPCA in Charleston, SC for 3 yrs. Since then, I’ve been taking care of my family, friends, and neighbors dogs :) I’ll only confirm a dog-walk and dog sitting shift if I’m working from home and can guarantee I can be present with your fur baby •Affection (dogs love company that make them feel comfortable and loved). I’m always sure to make them feel seen and cared for. It can be tough on them being away from their caregiver. So affection goes a long way. •Making sure they’re fed & hydrated (always attending them according to their usual/specific routine).

Sitter Profile Image: Ashley C.
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Ashley C.
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$20
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20 years of experience
Newark, NJ, 07102

About: I have many experience taking care of pets. I want pets to have a great experience. Therefore, I take the experience of pets very seriously. For Summer, I have a lot of availability. I cannot wait to take care of your dog or cat! I look forward to providing the best care possible for your loved one. I am very understanding and know how important pets are. Therefore, I would like to know how I can provide the best care for your pet.

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Marlita M.
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$45
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4.9 out of 5 stars
133 reviews
46 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Mount Pleasant, newark, NJ, 07104

Marlita did a wonderful job caring for my cat while I was away, I could tell from her feedback and pictures my cat was loved and cared for. He loved her company so much! She also was a great help as I needed her caregiving last minute and she was available, which I truly appreciate. Looking forward to working with Marlita again!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Daniel was beyond responsible and responsive, although I was far away from home he made sure to inform me on each visit regarding status of my senior dog and cat. I know for sure who to contact in the future ! 10/10 overall service

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Ugur O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Neide always does such a good job of caring for my Peanut! She is extremely attentive and communicative and you can tell how much she loves animals :) I would strongly recommend her!

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Rosie H.
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Amazing. As always. Thank you so much for giving me piece of mind, knowing Casper has someone he trusts watching out for him!

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Amber B.
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Deliris was a great help! She took her time with my kitties and gave them some very needed interaction. She is a great communicator and never left me wondering about what was going on. I would definitely book her again!

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Taiyiana R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lifu was absolutely amazing and on time. She catered to very specific drop in requests and took my dog out on a nice walk

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Varsha R.
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Irene was a fantastic cat sitter. She was reliable, communicative and very playful with our cat. She even brought her iPad to entertain our cat with cat games. He alap ate his wet food while she was around, which let us know he felt very comfortable and taken care of by her.

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Zeel S.
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Nima was great! She was very easy to communicate with and sent great updates for our cat! I would book Nima again!

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Mckaela S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Allison is AMAZING! She watched my cat while away on honeymoon. Updated us daily with pictures. I felt so much better having her watch over my baby !

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Jackie B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Joni was a wonderful sitter for Tigger! She communicated well throughout the stay and took great care of him — including giving him his medication and gently comforting him when he was scared. The only minor hiccup was with the Rover card check-in timing (either forgetting or tapping a bit too early), but that’s a small thing. Overall, I’d highly recommend her and would definitely book again!

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Soyeon C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicolle is amazing! She did a great job taking care of our cats while we were away. She followed all the instructions, was very kind and communicative and the cats felt comfortable with her. She also took care of our apartment. Highly recommended!

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Yulia K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kayla is the most amazing sitter! She takes care of my babies with utmost attention to detail, and timeliness. She takes really fun pics for the rover card, I love reading her messages and pictures on those cards and looking forward to viewing them every time. She even got into a car accident but still came to a morning session not much delayed! She only mentioned to us about the accident after we came back. Such kindhearted and passionate animal lover and carer! I would recommend Kayla to anyone in needs, and it’s super rare for me to leave a review. Thank you Kayla for everything you did for my babies in the last two weeks!

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Jing Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Deb came to meet us before the booking for a meet and greet and we knew that she was going to do a great job. She was so detailed and listened to all of the needs of our two pups. When the day came she sent us photos, videos and updates of the walks and of her playing with our dogs. She did a fantastic job and we will definitely be calling her again!

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Tori B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jamie-Ann was absolutely wonderful! definitely went above and beyond to make my kitties feel comfortable and loved- knowing she is such a kind warm hearted young lady- I felt relieved that I found her! My cats were happy to see us, and I could tell they were well taken care of and loved by Jamie-Ann- She was a perfect fit for our family and I can’t thank her enough for the photos and the sense of calm I felt while on vacation. thank you so very much Jamie-Ann and Rover, highly recommend her! Julie

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Julie B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Temitope has been a life saver with his services. I have been able to focus on work and know that my puppy is in good hands.

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Don E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rebecca did a wonderful job taking care of our two cats giving them treats, probiotics, and lots of love. Even our more shy cat warmed up to her quickly. Rebecca kindly vacuumed up the cat hair a few times also which we greatly appreciated. We look forward to booking with her again!

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Jade M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kayla is, without a doubt, the best dog sitter we’ve ever had. It’s clear from the moment you meet her that she genuinely loves and understands dogs. She’s reliable, attentive, and treats our dog like her own, which gives us complete peace of mind when we’re away. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone they can truly trust with their pet.

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Shamshadeen M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jadis was an excellent choice to watch my two dogs while I was away on vacation. From the very beginning, she made everything feel effortless…communicating clearly, showing genuine care, and keeping me updated so I never felt unsure about how my dogs were doing. My dogs were calm and happy when I returned, which says a lot about the attention and routine Jadis maintained. I could tell they were comfortable in Jadis’s presence. I’m genuinely grateful to have found someone trustworthy. I’d absolutely book her again for future trips and would recommend Jadis to anyone looking for a dependable, caring dog sitter.

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Jackie A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Mario has been such a reliable and caring sitter for my cat, Mits. He’s always willing to help—even with last-minute requests—which I really appreciate. I can tell Mits is genuinely happy to see him, which gives me so much peace of mind when I’m away. It’s clear Mario truly cares about the pets he looks after, and I’m very grateful to have someone so dependable checking in on Mits!

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Malia M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Steven is honestly the best 🙌 He takes such genuine care of my cat Kittu like her own. I travel with total peace of mind knowing she’s in loving, reliable hands. So grateful for him!

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Dimple P.
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Lilian was absolutely amazing with our cat, Loki! She was kind, professional, and incredibly attentive to Loki’s routine and care while we were away. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing Loki was in such loving and capable hands. We couldn’t recommend Lilian more highly!

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Spandana R.
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Rover makes it easy to find University Heights pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:

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