Personalized care for your dog or cat - Carlsbad
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Carlsbad
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Kurt and his family were fantastic while watching my dog! It was a long stay over two weeks, and they made her feel comfortable, loved, and even celebrated her birthday with her. Kurt’s communication was fast, thorough, and comforted me with updates and photos while I was away. I’ll definitely be bringing her back to stay with Kurt and his family for my next trip!”
“Erica was amazing! She really made me feel like our puppy was in her second home. She was very communicative and prompt and kind and wonderful to deal with. Our Puppy made a best friend and had a great time. We will be back!”
“Erin is a very kind, caring, and professional pet sitter. I have a young puppy, and she took amazing care of Luna during her overnight stay. Not only is Erin knowledgeable about pet care, but she also went above and beyond to make sure Luna felt safe, comfortable, and loved while we were away. Since Luna is still a puppy and can be nervous in new environments, Erin took extra time to help her adjust. She even created a cozy sleeping space and set up a crate for her, which made a huge difference. Erin’s home is very pet-friendly, clean, safe, and well-organized, with everything needed to care for animals properly. I felt completely at ease knowing Luna was in such good hands. Honestly, Erin is one of the best pet sitters we’ve had so far, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and caring to look after their pets. ☺️🫶🏼🐾”
“Our meet and greet with Sue and Dick inspired confidence. Rags was relaxed and felt at home immediately. The daily photos and comments assured us that Rags was enjoying his stay. Sue was very attentive to his behavior and daily routine, including neighborhood walks. Rags is looking forward to his next stay with them.”
“Kim is absolutely fantastic. She took wonderful care of my Frenchie Jeff and gave me total peace of mind while I was away. She also sent me cute update photos. I highly recommend her to anyone needing a reliable caring sitter.”
“Rachel and Charles are so lovely! Since the meet-n-greet, we know our Mellow will be in good hands! They are very punctual, kind, and we got so many updates throughout the day and Mellow looked like he had the best time! Will 1000000% book with them again (:”
“Brandy & Lt Dan were wonderful. Can’t thank her enough for the care she extended to our dog Kimber. Her texts & photo’s were much appreciated. Would definitely hire her again. Thank you!!”
“Chong and her family were very sweet and gentle with my little 6 pound Yorkie and my 12 pounder said she had a very fun time! I would call Chong back anytime I need my puppies cared for. Thank you Chong!”
“Brianna and Charles took great care of our 2 pups on short notice. We received updates and pictures of our dogs daily. They had plenty of play and were properly tired when we brought them home. Thank you Brianna and Charles!”
“We had a wonderful experience with Svitlana and her family! Maple stayed with them for seven nights, and we couldn’t have been happier. Since it was our first time leaving Maple for that long, Svitlana was so kind and reassuring, which gave us great peace of mind. They sent us pictures every day, and it was clear that Maple was happy, comfortable, and well cared for. We are so grateful for the loving care they gave Maple and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog sitter!”
“Elizabeth and her family were great sitters for my dog! She sent me pictures periodically to show that my dog was doing great! It was clear to me that he was comfortable and enjoying his stay! I will defy items ask them to take care of him again.”
“May did such a great job taking care of my anxious pup Bonbon. He was immediately comfortable with her and I also received updates and photos right away. I highly recommend booking with May!”
“Kimberly was amazing, and a life saver! Our dog stayed with her and her family for a couples days and it just gave us so much peace of mind knowing she takes such good care of her own dogs and took the same care with ours. And she’s so friendly and accommodating I think our dog had a better vacation than we did! Pictures she sent us were adorable and looked like they had a little pup resort. We would send Howie again for sure.”
“Rosie had the time of her life. Rachel was easy to communicate with and sent me pictures and Rosie having a good time. Thank you Rachel I look forward to having her join you again.”
“We are repeat clients with Sarah. Our Shoyu loves her very much and is always excited to go there. Sarah is very accommodating and flexible. We were late to pick up but she was very understanding of the situation. We will definitely ho back to her!!!”
“Shilpa and her family were amazing! They took such great care of Milton while we were away. He was completely spoiled over there and had the best time. They also sent a lot of pictures of him, so my kids were able to see how much fun he was having too! I will definitely try to use them for our next getaway.”
“We were so lucky to find Loree and her husband Jim to watch our two dogs for a vacation over the Thanksgiving holiday. This was the first time we had ever used the Rover app, and also have a "stranger" watch our pups. My husband and I first met Loree and her 2 small dogs in her home for a "meet and greet." She and her pups were lovely. She asked us questions about our dogs needs and took notes. She had a nice big double fenced backyard for the dogs to play. After the visit, she seemed like the perfect fit so we booked her right away. On our trip she sent me daily updates and lots of pictures! One of our dogs was very timid at first, but Loree assured me she was warming up and doing great! She genuinely cared about our dogs wellbeing. The whole visit was a complete success! We will definitely be contacting Loree for our dog babysitting needs in the future!”
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Cat caregivers near you - Carlsbad
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 cat. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“My kitties are very shy and normally avoid strangers, however they quickly fell in love with Alexandra! I enjoyed getting photos of them every day. I can certainly recommend Alexandra, she is fantastic!”
“Zsana is awesome! She was easy to communicate with, and she took such good care of my old pup on a last minute trip. I plan to book with her regularly and would recommend her to anyone!”
“Eric was reliable, flexible, thorough, patient and kind. The daily communications and photos were very comforting for me. He went above and beyond expectations. Very grateful. Would gladly use him again.”
“Hi everyone, I can save you a lot of time - Justin is the best! First and foremost, he's incredibly reliable. He's an excellent communicator and keeps you updated on everything that's going on with your pets and your home, so you always have peace of mind while you're away. He goes above and beyond when unexpected things come up—as they sometimes do—and makes sure everything is taken care of. Most importantly, your pets will be in wonderful hands. Justin genuinely cares about the animals he looks after, and it shows in every visit. If you're looking for someone trustworthy, dependable, and caring, you won't find anyone better to take care of your pets.”
“Easy to schedule, reliable and my shy cat even came out to say hello after a few visits! Highly recommend and will rebook myself next time we need someone to check in on our cat :)”
“Michael was great with my dog with some playtime and walk time with my dog and he seemed to be happy kept me up-to-date and gave my dog a nice review. Recommend Michael. Will use in the future.”
“Kat is AMAZING!! She is always so quick to respond and gives us the best updates! She is so sweet, gentle, and understanding with our girl. We needed help on short notice, and she was more than willing to help us out! We are so grateful for her and would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for someone caring, reliable, and trustworthy!”
“Savannah is an excellent pet sitter! We took a 5 day trip and she was at our house taking care of our 19.5 year old cat every morning and sending updates with pics. Our cat is old and difficult and she handled her with ease.”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Carlsbad
Prices are estimates per day for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Kimberly was wonderful. It was our first time having her watch Jameson. Very quick reply to our sort of last minute request and took good care of our pup. He left happy and got along with the dog ther pups! 😁 thanks again Kimberly!”
“Michele was amazing! We needed a very flexible rover for day care services throughout our wedding weekend and she made everything so easy for us. She was a great communicator, provided us with updates and was so sweet to our pup!”
“Danielle and Austin took Rocco in last minute and saved my day. He had the best time: they took him on a walk, played fetch, and spoiled him as if he were their own. If it wasnt because of them, i wouldnt have been able to succesfully complete a project i had due that day. Cheers to the McKeevers!”
“Kasey was absolutely wonderful! She was able to watch my doggo a bit early due to a change in plans, which I'm super grateful for. I felt very comfortable leaving my doggo with her for sitting, and would definitely recommend her!”
“Melinda and her family took the best care of our girl. Riley came back happy and full of love. Melinda was a great communicator and made it a very easy and enjoyable experience. We are already looking forward to the next play date!”
“This was the second time our doggos went to Jim for daycare and they were super excited to be back; they love running around in the huge yard. They came home happy and relaxed. Jim is very kind and loves dogs; highly recommend.”
“Lynn is amazing! Super quick with communication and was very flexible with my schedule. My pup seemed very content when I picked her up at the end of the day. I also loved that Lynn will reach out with any questions to ensure that the dog is taken care of and comfortable in her home. Would definitely recommend!”
About: Hi! I have my own 2 yr old dog Ozzy. So i know what it is like to leave your pet while out of town! Communication, and following your detailed instructions are very important. Tell me what your pet loves. I work remote so I am very flexible when checking in. I make my own schedule most of the time which will allow me to check in on your pet at anytime. I make sure to take my own pup on walks early AM. But happy to adjust to your pets needs I live near dog parks, i walk 10,000 steps a day, and my pup is very friendly. If you’d like your pet to not to be around my pup this is understandable and we can discuss this.
About: Hi! I am Kurt! I will be able to provide your dog with the care and attention he deserves while staying with me. I live with my wife and work full-time from home. Lifetime dog lovers, Candice and I are thrilled when we have the opportunity to meet and care for dogs. Having undergone advanced screening, I have been met in-person by a company rep, and my home has been inspected. I hope you'll reach out to me so we can meet! Why I love dog sitting A lifetime dog lover, I am excited for my home to be a safe place for dogs who need a place to stay. Boarding dogs has all the advantages of a dog (a companion that gives me a reason to stop staring at my screen) without the vet bills. No other pets live in my home. However, I do board multiple guests, so it's important for me to understand how comfortable each guest is sharing space with other dogs. About my yard I have a grassy fully fenced-in backyard, perfect for playing fetch and soaking up some sunshine. I will be happy to have a new canine playmate join me for play sessions running around outside when I need a break from the computer (which is often). My experience administering medication I have no problem administering medication as long as I am given specific instructions. I was raised on a farm and treated cattle, pigs, horses, and dogs with medicines as required and as an adult, I worked as an animal technician so I have experience administering medication in that setting as well. My wife has a degree in animal science and is even more qualified to apply medication. I work full-time from home as does my wife, so frequent breaks outside and plenty of attention is available for your dog. Occasionally I will have errands to run and may ask you to drop-off or pickup while my wife is home, but that's not common and will be communicated to you well in advance. Dogs are allowed unlimited time in my double-fenced back yard, but are not allowed upstairs in the house. At feeding times and other times when I need to isolate dogs, I will place dogs into kennels or pet fences (if I have multiple guests) to make sure nobody gets upset. I have tile floors that many hot dogs prefer to nap on, but also have space for dog beds for chilly dogs or those that prefer a fluffier space. At night I typically place dogs in kennels or pet fences as well to prevent conflict while I am asleep. I work full-time from home and have frequent breaks throughout the day between meetings and phone calls. During those breaks, I'll makes sure everyone gets outside for some fresh air and romping time, feed, apply medicine, or any other tasks that need to happen on a schedule. My wife is available at home almost all hours of almost all days, so she lets dogs in and out the back door as they request, plays tug-o-war, and generally keeps them company. If your dog likes to flop in a lap and get scratches, they'll love her! Every dog has their own needs, energy level, play style, personal space requirements. For some geriatric dogs, I set a timer on my phone and take them outside every hour to give them a chance to do their business so they don't have to hold it too long. For some dogs, I will set up a pet fence in my house to separate them from other guests, or subdivide my yard with a pet fence so they can play "together but separate" from the other dogs. For all dogs, I feed everyone in their own space (a kennel, a pet fence, outside on the patio by themselves, etc) to prevent conflict. I never give treats in a space where two dogs might compete over it. Your dog will only receive the food you send for them, no human food nor sharing with other dogs. For treats, we have homemade biscuits containing oats, pumpkin and egg, please let me know if your dog is allergic to any of that. Or, send your own treats and they'll only get those. For sleeping arrangements, everyone goes in a kennel or a pet-fenced section of the hall so there is no chance of conflict while I'm sleeping. If your dog is particularly sensitive about sharing toys, or reactive to pug-faced dogs, or flips out when they hear a motorcycle, or has any other unique personality trait, please tell me and/or put it on their profile. I will read all their details and do my best to create a comfortable, safe environment for their specific needs.
“I’m so thankful Lori was able to accommodate a last minute daycare request. We had something else set up that fell through, and we found a GEM of a sitter/daycare location!! I got frequent updates and pics, which showed me how comfortable my pup was in Lori’s home. He had a great time playing with her dogs and the others at daycare, and she was gracious to give him some yummy treats, which he LOVED! 🍉 Maverick had such a good time he literally didn’t want to come home with me when I picked him up - soooo funny! I will def book Lori again, knowing how much she loved hosting Mav and constantly how much he loved being there ❤️”
“Erica and Felipe did an amazing job taking care of my pup for the day! They updated me throughout the day and sent pictures. Riley had an amazing time and didn’t want to leave when I picked him up! Thanks so much for taking care of my “cuddle monster” he had a blast!!”
“Doug is great with Bruce! We did a short meet and greet before our first full day and Doug was very responsive and communicative about Bruce. Bruce has separation anxiety, so Doug was very attentive to that and Bruce seemed totally happy and comfortable with him. Sounds like they had some nice walks and Bruce loves the cozy bed in the living room so he can nap while still being near Doug lol We have already booked additional days with Doug. Definitely recommend!”
“Julia was so great!! She bonded with my dog right away and kept her comfortable the whole time, sending me lots of pictures even though it was just a few hours of dog sitting. She made sure to let me know how my dog was doing. I’m definitely going to use her again, and I highly recommend her!!”
“Sara was great; Everything was handled professionally and with care - a plus that she had her own dog to play with mine, which was important to me when booking; She even left mine with a toy to go - needless to say, my pup left happy with Sara’s care.”
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Carlsbad
Prices are estimates per walk for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Alexandra was fantastic. Always on time and seemed to care greatly for our dog. Dog always seemed to come home after a god walk. Call her. You won’t be sorry. We will use her again in a heartbeat.”
About: I grew up with many cats and adopted/foster dogs and began volunteering at my local animal shelter when I was 16. Through these experiences, I have cared for dogs and cats of all ages and levels of timidness. Three years ago, I adopted a previously-abused, very insecure Siberian husky who, with patience and love, has blossomed into a super friendly and confident dog. I am currently getting my Masters in Business online and working part time. My school schedule is very flexible and I am available for day-of bookings. I will care for your pets as if they’re my own and am dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment. I know how intimidating strangers can be for some pets and how important having patience is. I am detail-oriented and will follow any instructions to a tee and be very respectful of your home if providing drop in visits. I believe in thorough communication and provide consistent updates to ensure peace of mind.
“Karli made my first Rover experience seamless and stress free, despite me having to book short notice when my normal gal called in sick. I was so appreciative of her flexibility to help me make it work and she was so sweet and thorough. She even made sure my cats got some attention during her visits which just shows how much she loves animals. I will definitely reach back out to Karli if I need any help in the future!”
“Laura is an amazing dog walker, she is very flexible with my work schedule and always makes sure my dogs are well taken care of! Would highly recommend her to anyone looking for dog care!”
“Megan was available to come walk my dog for me last minute as I was in a bind which was so helpful since I work 45mins away from home. She let me know how she did on the first day which relieved a lot of my dog mom anxiety as my dog is a bit anxious/shy with new people.”
“Azucena is WONDERFUL! She is reliable and has great communication. She walks my doggy when needed, who loves her, by the way! And she has house sitted for us while we were out of town. She sent me pics and kept me updated the entire time. She really is a gem and a Godsend. She goes above and beyond. She will continue to be my go-to walker/sitter!”
“Lauren has been one of my regular dog walkers for a few months now and we couldn't be happier! My dog loves her and she takes great care of him, paying attention to the little things, like making sure he gets enough water. Shes a great communicator and flexible with my changing schedule. Cant recommend enough! Thank you Lauren!”
“Kat is great! Bruce has been on two walks with her so far and has had a great time. Kat is extremely responsive and communicative, and we felt totally confident in sending Bruce off with her. She's good at using the app and giving updates, which we appreciate. Bruce seemed so happy when they got back, and we will definitely be booking again!”
“Sara is the very best at communicating, taking care of my dogs special needs, and is very punctual. I have had her dog sit Bubba and now dog walk and she sends loads of pictures and videos and keeps you updated constantly. Your dog will be in great hands with her. 10/10 would recommend!”
“Christina did a great job checking in on my dog and taking him for a walk. Everything went smoothly, she was reliable, and I had no issues at all. I’d definitely book with her again!”
“Collette is super responsive and is great with my dog. She's super adaptable when things change and goes above and beyond to care and do what's best for my pet. I will be booking her again.”
“Michael is always so flexible and promptly responds to last minute requests due to our hectic work schedule. He is great with our puppy as he is still working on leash skills! Thank you Michael!”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs, cats, and rabbits for neighbors and friends since I was 10. I grew up with dogs, and loved helping train them. I have found great success with force free training! I am a student, so I have time during the week for dog walks and at home check ins! I may have occasional weekend availability as well, but will be able to help out most on weekdays. I don’t offer care for pets at my home, but I am happy to work with whatever requests you have. I am very flexible and happy to accommodate specific rules if needed, I know every pet has their own quirks :)
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Large dog specialists near you - Carlsbad
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Kurt and his family were fantastic while watching my dog! It was a long stay over two weeks, and they made her feel comfortable, loved, and even celebrated her birthday with her. Kurt’s communication was fast, thorough, and comforted me with updates and photos while I was away. I’ll definitely be bringing her back to stay with Kurt and his family for my next trip!”
“Erica was amazing! She really made me feel like our puppy was in her second home. She was very communicative and prompt and kind and wonderful to deal with. Our Puppy made a best friend and had a great time. We will be back!”
“Rachel and Charles are so lovely! Since the meet-n-greet, we know our Mellow will be in good hands! They are very punctual, kind, and we got so many updates throughout the day and Mellow looked like he had the best time! Will 1000000% book with them again (:”
“Brandy & Lt Dan were wonderful. Can’t thank her enough for the care she extended to our dog Kimber. Her texts & photo’s were much appreciated. Would definitely hire her again. Thank you!!”
“Brianna and Charles took great care of our 2 pups on short notice. We received updates and pictures of our dogs daily. They had plenty of play and were properly tired when we brought them home. Thank you Brianna and Charles!”
“Elizabeth and her family were great sitters for my dog! She sent me pictures periodically to show that my dog was doing great! It was clear to me that he was comfortable and enjoying his stay! I will defy items ask them to take care of him again.”
“We are repeat clients with Sarah. Our Shoyu loves her very much and is always excited to go there. Sarah is very accommodating and flexible. We were late to pick up but she was very understanding of the situation. We will definitely ho back to her!!!”
“Savannah provided the best care! From the time we booked to the end of Ginger’s visit (8 days), Savannah displayed professionalism, great communication & listening, and her true love for dogs. The periodic photos provided me comfort that Ginger was in good hands during my travels.”
“Lori and her Doggie heaven are the best. I know she really loves and cares for my dog. It gives me great peace of mind to know he is in such good , safe, responsible loving home.”
“Shannon and her family did a wonderful job caring for our 4 year old Australian Cattle Dog on an 8 day trip. The space was clean, organized, and set up with pets in mind. Communication included frequent updates, along with photos/ videos. She took great care in giving walks/ exercise, and making sure feeding time went well. There were two friendly dogs at the home full time, and there were other dogs that stayed too, but Shannon was very careful in selecting dogs that would get along together. This was my first time boarding out, and Shannon made the process very user friendly and positive. I would definitely recommend her!”
“This was our first experience with Rover and we are so glad we took a chance with John. We had an introductory meeting followed by a short daycare trial before we left our babies with him for a week. We felt really comfortable with him and so did the girls. During their stay with John he kept us updated with daily recaps and pictures. This really helped ease our concerns. After a week with John, our girls came back happy and tired! We are so glad to have found John and highly recommend him for your boarding needs.”
“We were so happy that Holly was able to stay with Angie and her lovely family while we were gone for 5 days. We are picky when it comes to finding the right place for Holly and we lucked out again. I felt like Angie showed as much love and excitement as we do and let Holly have all the same comforts of home, like letting her up on the bed with her son and even got a Thanksgiving dinner treat. Angie has a large yard for big dogs to move around and let her swim in her pool which Holly loves. Boo Radley may be large but he's the sweetest dog around and Holly enjoyed the company. Angie was also very understanding and accommodating with our schedule, which kept changing, and we appreciated that.”
“Brad and Tara are the best! We knew right away that our pup was going to like it there and that she’d be treated like one of the family. I selfishly want to keep them a secret so they are always available for us, but I also wouldn’t want others to miss out on this great family. My dog had such a great time. It was our first time leaving her with anyone other than family. They put us at ease and sent daily updates and photos along the way. 10/10!”
“Andrea and Robert took great care of our Koda. They are very nice, easy to communicate with and seemed attentive to my pup’s needs. My Koda came home a happy dog! Will definitely book with them again. Thank you both!”
“Heather was the best! She kept me updated with pictures and anything that would come up with Maya throughout the boarding time. She was very thorough with all information she would need for Maya to include medications, feeding schedule, pet insurance, routine vet locations and local 24/7 emergency vet services prior to me dropping Maya off. She truly loved and cared for Maya as if it was her own dog. 10/10 would book boarding with heather again. Plus, she has a good sized backyard for your pup to play in!”
“After our previous dog sitter moved to Northern California, we had a hard time finding someone who compares until we found David! He did an amazing job taking care of our golden retriever, Charlie, even keeping us updated with pictures. David and his dog Auggie were the perfect fit for Charlie and I know they treated him like their own. Will definitely book with David again!”
“Michael was conscientious and communicative from beginning to end. He has a gentle energy, and I trust that Whitley was well cared for in his home. Michael's family were part of that care too, and I am grateful they were all willing to companion him for the 6 days I was away (he's a needy boy lol). It was my first time leaving Whitley with anyone except my son since I got him 3 years ago, so it was a big deal for both Whitley and me. I would definitely have Whitley stay with him again.”
“I think our dog had more fun during our vacation than we did! Linda and Zach were great. They sent lots of updates and were very accommodating with a last-minute schedule change. Our dog came home happy and tired after so much fun play time. We would definitely use them again.”
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