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Sitter Profile Image: Misao G.
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Misao G.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 61 reviews
12 repeat clients
5 years of experience
University Place, WA, 98466

“Misao took amazing care of our cat while we were out of town. She was very conscientious, gave us regular updates, brought in our mail and packages, and left the house cleaner than when we left. Not only was she incredibly sweet, she was timely, followed our detailed instructions perfectly and was overall a great pet sitter! Highly recommend and would hire again :)”

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Erica C.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 140 reviews
34 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Gig Harbor, WA, 98335

“Once again Erica has taken great care of our three cats, plus feeding the community kitties we care for. She is always reliable and communicative, and we will continue to use her for cat care whenever we travel.”

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Kristy M.
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Sierra R.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 135 reviews
34 repeat clients
15 years of experience
University place, WA, 98466

“Sierra was great with our pets! Her communication was amazing. We loved all of the updates and pictures we received throughout our trip. It was nice knowing our kitties were so well cared for.”

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Karrie C.
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Briana A.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 65 reviews
27 repeat clients
23 years of experience
University Place, WA, 98466

“Briana hands down will always be my first call when I need care for my kitties. She is so kind, responsive and provides updates to give me ample piece of mind when I’m gone.”

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Tristin A.
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Alexis W.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 38 reviews
19 repeat clients
15 years of experience
University Place, WA, 98466

“We have been so happy with Alex as a house sitter and cat sitter that we have booked her multiple times. She is very reliable and responsible.”

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Tracy M.
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Tatiana I.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 93 reviews
22 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Lakewood, WA, 98499

“Very kind and caring to my two cats :). Her and her partner did a great job at caring for them, playing with them, and checking in on them. Communication was also very punctual and fluid, will probably hire again next time I’m out of town.”

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Jacinda B.
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Alyssa S.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 223 reviews
60 repeat clients
12 years of experience
North End, Tacoma, WA, 98406

“Thank you for taking care of my kitty! I felt very at ease having Alyssa check in. Lots of videos and a thorough recap. I will definitely book again!”

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Arianna Z.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 57 reviews
26 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Central, Tacoma, WA, 98405

“Arianna did an amazing job taking care of my kittens. She played with them and sent me great pics. They seemed happy and playful when I came home. Thank you! :)”

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Michele C.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Central, Tacoma, WA, 98405

“Michele took good care of my cats while I was away. Communication was good, and I received pictures and updates with each visit, which I really appreciated. Everything was in order and the cats were happy and well when I got home. Overall, I had a positive experience and would use Michele again!”

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Bobbi R.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 184 reviews
87 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Tacoma, WA, 98498

“Bobbi took very good care of our cat while we were away. Gave us great peace of mind that instructions were followed and that she was well cared for”

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Brieanna V.
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$18
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 42 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
West End, Tacoma, WA, 98406

“Second time using Bri and we will definitely be using her again. I greatly appreciate the photos and updates from her while I’m away. I know my sweet, older kitty is in great hands with Bri!”

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Jessica E.
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Kimberly H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
West End, Tacoma, WA, 98465

“Kimberly was the best! She was punctual and had great communication while we were out of town. My little buddy is not use to strangers but he warmed up to her very quickly. Kimberly went above and beyond and would love to rebook her in the future!”

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Laura W.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
14 years of experience
University Place, WA, 98466

About: Hi! I’m Laura, and I’m an experienced, attentive pet parent who genuinely loves animals and understands how important it is to feel comfortable leaving your pets in someone else’s care. I have three dogs of my own (one is a cat but she thinks she’s the head dog I think that counts right?), so I’m very familiar with different personalities, routines, quirks, and the little details that make each pet feel comfortable and cared for. I’m especially comfortable with pets who need consistency, patience, enrichment, or a little extra attention. My professional background is in household management, where I’ve spent years coordinating busy households, managing detailed routines, and making sure nothing gets missed. I bring that same level of organization and reliability to pet care—but with a lot more belly rubs. I’ll follow your pet’s normal routine as closely as possible, communicate with you throughout their stay, and treat your home and your pets with the same care and respect I would expect for my own. Whether your dog needs a good walk, some playtime, companionship, or simply someone dependable to keep their routine on track, I’d love to help! I am currently a business owner who works from home Tuesday through Friday with very flexible hours. My fiance is also home in the evenings and helps to keep the pups and kitty on their normal routine plus some extra hardcore playtime. Our normal routine is early morning sniff walkie (we call the shorty since we don’t get very far) then they nap the afternoon away and by 3pm we take our longer walk to stretch the muscles. 15-20 minutes of bully stick, lick mat, or mobility training (our senior gal is working on building muscle strength) in the late evenings and then they practice long self regulation relaxation on their own “place” while we work out in the gym. This is all in a perfect world! We try to teach them mental and emotional regulation so they can feel satisfied and we keep all our hair on our heads!

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Megan O.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 194 reviews
60 repeat clients
34 years of experience
Tacoma, Tacoma, WA, 98405

“Megan was great! Played with my playful one and gave love to the other, made sure their plates were clean, and water was full! No issues at all !”

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Holly M.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 62 reviews
13 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Tacoma, WA, 98406

“Holly took great care of Bisbee! She was easy to coordinate and communicate with. She sent me updates each day, and she even checked in to make sure I made it home ok, offering to check in on Bisbee again if needed. Will definitely be asking to Holly for pet sitting in the future!”

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Michael G.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 51 reviews
18 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Tacoma, WA, 98405

“Michael was great. Asked a lot of great questions and definitely had a ton of patience and was focused on earning the dogs trust first. Thank you!”

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Natalie H.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
9 repeat clients
8 years of experience
University Place, WA, 98466

“Natalie took great care of Fyona. It was a relief to not have to rush back.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Hailey B.
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Hailey B.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
West End, Tacoma, WA, 98407

“We feel lucky to have snagged some of Hailey’s time during her work transition! She has been a delightful addition to our repertoire for our rambunctious teenage pup, as well as checking in on our finicky feline. Definitely recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kim J.
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Kim J.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
8 repeat clients
40 years of experience
University Place, WA, 98467

“Kim is a fantastic sitter. I’ve tried several sitters for my two pups that both have very differing needs, Kim is by far the best. She understands dog’s needs. Leaving the dogs with her adds a level of relaxation to our trips knowing my precious pups are being well cared for.”

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Gillian M.
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Lydia B.
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$32
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Tacoma, WA, 98406

“So thankful to have found Lydia! I feel at ease knowing my cats will be cared by her for while I’m gone. Highly recommend!”

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Jessica E.
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The median cost per visit for cat sitting in University Place is $25

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5.0 out of 5 stars

I am so happy with the care our cats received! Alicia was reliable, always on time, and clearly went above and beyond to make sure my cats were happy and well cared for. We especially loved the sweet visit summaries and photos after each visit. I came home to happy cats and felt completely confident in her care. I would absolutely recommend her and would happily book with her again!

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Whitney C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We feel lucky to have snagged some of Hailey’s time during her work transition! She has been a delightful addition to our repertoire for our rambunctious teenage pup, as well as checking in on our finicky feline. Definitely recommend!

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Reba G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kim was great! She came and played with my cat and took care of him while we were away. I got detailed updates from her and so many adorable pictures of my cat!

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Regina T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kayla was awesome! Really easy to work with and jumped in to help us when we had leave last minute. Highly recommend!

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

Regan was extremely attentive to our cats and dog during drop ins and did not hesitate to contact us with questions! Regan is thoughtful and our pets loved interacting with them!

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Laura B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Hannah was consistently on time and fulfilled all my detailed pet care needs. She was a good communicator as well as a good problem solver (because nothing ever goes as expected). I would recommend her to anyone for any pet care needs.

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Rachel B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda was a lovely pet sitter! She's very thoughtful and caring. I'm surprised she was able to take such great pics of my cat as she's very "paparazzi, no pictures please". Would recommend her to anyone.

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Katja J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

This is our second time traveling with Juli watching our girls! Juli is great with our cats and her daughter tags along so they get extra love and play time! We recommend Juli for anyone in need of a sitter. She’s responsive and well-versed in caring for animals.

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Mackie P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Madisen does a great job caring for our kitties while we are away. This is the second time we have booked with Madisen and I'm certain we will book with her again!

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Janee Z.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Misao is great! She’s taken care of my cat twice. She’s a great communicator and very sweet. Her attention to detail is top notch and I know my sweet boy is in good hands when I’m not there. :)

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Kylie K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jay is thorough, attentive, highly reliable, and a great communicator! I highly recommend her services!

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

Sierra was very responsive to my messages and worked with me when things happened unexpectedly. Can't thank her enough for watching my cats when I had to go out of town at the last minute.

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Melissa V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Dee Anne did a wonderful job watching our kitties, she sent photos everyday, played with them, and made sure they were well taken care of. We will definitely use her whenever we go out of town again, and we would highly recommend her to anyone who needs pet care while they are away.

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Madison H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I love Victoria she is the best sitter! My cat loves her and she’s very responsible and has great communication

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Danielle W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Flawless! Ethan was so great and did everything we discussed for the care of my two cats while I was away. He went above and beyond to spend some good time playing and giving scritches to them both. Don’t hesitate with Ethan, he’s fantastic!

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Jason K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah is an outstanding cat sitter. She comes by twice a day to care for our cat. She has been with us since 2020. I’m grateful for her care and for tolerance of an older cat.

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

“Our cats were safe and cared for while we were away, which we appreciated. Kentaro came by regularly to feed them and check in, and communication was easy. It gave us peace of mind knowing someone was checking in on them while we were gone.”

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Chuck Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Heather is the best! She went above and beyond to help us with different household tasks while we were away. She took great photos. Great communication. We came back and our cats were happy and healthy little pur babies.

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

My pets are my family and I'm super particular when it comes to them. I have a 9 month Mali puppy and so it's really important who comes around her at this age. As such, leaving them is hard for me because that's always on my mind. Long story short - If Kevin had more availability, I would be doing a lot more traveling lol. Punctual, knowledgable, kind, clean, thorough and goes above and beyond. We are so lucky we found him!

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

Mackenzie did an excellent job with my geriatric kitty. She was reliable, brushed him, fed him and played a little hide the treat game with him. I appreciate the attention she gave him and the photos she sent. And the cat box was clean when I got home!!

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Carol P.
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The average cost of Cat Sitting in University Place on Rover is $19 per visit as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $16 and $31 per visit. 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.

As of October 2026, there are 5,125 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across University Place. 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.

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 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 Meet & Greet .

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

  • 92% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% 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 contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.

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