Personalized care for your dog or cat - Ilchester
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Ilchester
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“I was very pleased with my dogs stay with Felice. The environment was very warm and inviting. My dogs seemed to have a wonderful time. We plan to return soon.”
“Thank you for a great stay! We appreciate you working with Bernie to make him comfortaboe during our meet and greet. Our first stay went great and thank you for keeping us updated! We will see you again !”
“Priscilla again took fantastic care of our dog. Our dog typically gets anxious and he just was so comfortable with Priscilla right away. He will be seeing Priscilla again 😊. Thank you!”
“Lingli was an amazing sitter and cared for my sweet boy with so much care and compassion. While away for a week, I was sent tons of photos and videos during Dill’s stay. I highly recommend Lingli and will definitely continue using services in the future. I know that while I am away, my sweet boy will be in great hands, in a safe environment.”
“Esther and Yi did a great job taking care of our two dogs. They communicated frequently, provided photo updates, and were extremely accommodating with pick up and drop off times. I would highly recommend.”
“Nikki was great! She was flexible and seemed to understand what our reserved, sometimes anxious girl needed to feel comfortable. We appreciated knowing she was in good hands.”
“Aster helped us in a very last minute pinch when our dog sitting plans fell through for an out of town vacation! Our puppy is under a year old and has a leg injury so required some special attention and care. This made us extra nervous to leave her but we received so many wonderful updates throughout our trip. Our pup loved her time away because of how awesome Aster and her family took care of her. We’ll absolutely be booking with them again!”
“We booked with her on short notice, and she did a great job. She kept me updated with pictures, was very caring, and made a real effort to get my picky dog to eat. I really appreciated the communication and attention she gave him. I’d definitely recommend her and would book with her again.”
“Archie had such an amazing visit with Elisha again. She provided daily pictures and updates. She keeps him active and he loves his visits her with her. Would highly recommend her for a dog sitter”
“Wow!! Cannot say enough good things about Robin and her family. Louie had a wonderful time and was pooped when he got home! He met so many new friends. Robins home was clean and she runs a very organized well managed doggy daycare. I cannot recommend her enough.”
“Virginia and her family are lovely. She took such great care of my Macks. It feels so good to get away and know that my girl is also getting a vacation. She had so much fun with Virginia's dogs and her family. I will be excited to book my next trip knowing I can leave my girl in such good hands.”
“As always, Kelly and her family were amazing. They took care of our Leo as their own and updated us several times a day with photos and notes. We were so thankful that Leo was in good hands during our out of country trip.”
“Camden had a great time with Francine and has been napping all day due to all the fun he had running with the other dogs. When we dropped him off he never looked back, so excited when he arrived.”
“Lorenzo took exceptional care of our dog during holidays. He was kind, professional, and communicative. He updated us frequently and also shared a lot of photos which made us feel good. Thank you for being so flexible and kind to our dog during holidays. We sincerely look forward to working with you again in the near future.”
“This was our pet’s second stay with Susan and he got so excited in the car as if he knew where he was! He walked in and immediately ran to Susan to say hello and started making himself at home by emptying the toy basket. He enjoyed plenty of walks outside and we could tell he was def comfortable and had a nice time!”
“Virginia and Steven were very sweet and hospitable to our baby. She was well looked after and we were very reassured she was getting the love and attention we give her! Highly recommend and will be using again!”
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Cat caregivers near you - Ilchester
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Amanda was awesome! She made sure that our cats were well cared for, and even went above and beyond- brought in packages that were left on our stoop while we were away. We will definitely use her again!”
“Madison was fantastic with my high energy cat! Followed all the instructions and was very respectful of the house. Would absolutely recommend and will look to use her again in the future.”
“Anneli was WONDERFUL! I couldn't ask for a better person to drop in on my fur babies! She was very attentive, proactive, and sensitive to the needs of my cats. I recommend her highly - your cats will be in good hands!”
“Priscilla was amazing! She's very communicative and her vibes are really good and transparent. She shared several pics everyday taking care of our cat and made sure everything was covered. I wouldn't hesitate to contact her again in the future. She has won our hearts.”
“First and only sitter on Rover I've hired. I've hired her multiple times for my cats in the 1.5 years and she's seen my kitties grow! (: They love her! Super dependable, always excellent at communicating, and truly the best. Thank you for being great every time, Jessica!”
“Tabitha was great with my cat who is not often a people person. She consistently gave her play time and tended to the litter box. I would definitely book her again.”
“We had a great experience with Yeji! She took wonderful care of our cats and followed all of our instructions perfectly, including their different feeding routines. She was reliable, communicative, and made it easy for us to enjoy our trip without worrying about the cats. We came home to two happy, well-cared-for cats. We would absolutely book with her again!”
“I can't thank Lorena enough for taking care of my old man Ernie, all the pictures the daily updates was truly amazing, this was my first time using Rover and we will most certainly be booking with her again, she made my vacation at ease knowing my baby was being taken care of”
“Susan is our go to. She’s basically our pets’ god mother 🤣. Not only is she a phenomenal pet sitter with cute pics and updates.. But her knowledge of animal behavior is impeccable. 100/10 recommend her to pet sit as well as training sessions. She’s been with us since we first brought our puppy home and has made such a positive impact on her behavior. I always tell my friends/family about her!❤️”
“Victoria was super sweet with our two cats and took extra care with them. She was also very communicative and asked a lot of helpful questions, which I felt was a blessing considering she was our first sitter experience on Rover!”
“Here’s another option with a slightly different tone: Emma did a wonderful job taking care of my pet. Communication was quick and consistent, and she was always very responsive whenever I had a question or update. I felt confident leaving my pet in her care and appreciated the updates while I was away. I would absolutely book with her again and recommend her to others!!!”
“2nd time booking Miss Lingli to care for my cat while I was away - she is familiar with the routine, my cat knows her and loves her! Thanks again Lingli!”
“Sam is the only person that we trust to watch our dogs and he does such an excellent job each time. We've been using Sam for years and plan to continue to use him in the future.”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Ilchester
Prices are estimates per day. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Ken & Felice were absolutely a breath of fresh air. They clearly love dogs and are excellent hosts. I could tell from their photos, and Charlie’s demeanor at pick up time that he was well cared for and in loving, capable hands. Looking forward to his return and many new furry friendships!”
“Brittanie and Ryan were super welcoming and their house is set up amazingly well for dogs. I love how they made sure my dog was a good fit for their family so that everyone is happy!”
“We booked day care with Francine super last minute and she accepted a same day request (on Christmas Eve!!) Our dog had a great time with their 2 dogs, running around in their fenced in back yard and chilling in the house. We would strongly recommend booking with Francine!”
“Esther and Yi took great care of Eevee. Eevee was a picky and slow eater but Esther ans Yi was very patient and accompanied her to finish her food. Eevee had a great time with their puppies Milk and Peanut! She can’t wait to have her next vacation in Esther and Yi’s house!”
“Lingli came through for our last minute doggy daycare needs and we are grateful! She was consistently responsive over messages, and was very sweet to our small dog, Gary, during their meet and greet, gently letting him get used to her. He was excited to see her again when we returned for drop off a couple days later. We appreciated the photos of his stay and know he was well looked after.”
“This was the first time my senior Cavalier was taken to “doggy daycare.” Susan was so wonderful with him and sent pictures mid-day to reassure me. She was very conscientious to understand any of his special needs as a senior dog. He is already scheduled to go back next week.”
“I really appreciate Robin for accommodating my anxious puppy during my visit to Maryland. She was incredibly patient and found safe and effective ways to manage my dog’s tendencies to try to escape due to her separation anxiety and kept a close eye on her, allowing me to attend my family's events with peace of mind. By the third visit, my dog was much more comfortable and playing with the other dogs. I look forward to using Robin's services when I am back visiting Maryland.”
“Aster was amazing. She sent lots of pictures of my baby throughout the day so I could see how much fun she was having. And what a time she had, she spent so much time outside and loved every second of it. Aster was very communicative and was able to answer any questions I had really quickly.”
“My 6lb maltipoo Sophie LOVED puppy day care with Kelly. I recently moved and was nervous about finding the right care for Sophie. I initially booked one day with Kelly and immediately after the first day, booked the rest of the week! The communication throughout the days was fantastic and Sophie was so excited to return each day. It was very clear that Kelly is attentive to Sophie the entire day…. Walks, snacks, rest, playtime. Totally recommend Kelly! I will be a regular.”
“Lynn and Ziggy & Poppy hosted another fun daycare for Kiki today, and she thoroughly enjoyed her day filled with playing/wrestling, naps, dog park, snack, and most of all their company and kindness 🩷 Thank you so much for cute pictures, videos, and Rover report card!”
“Liz and Jeffery were amazing sitters for my sweet Sadie. I was in the area for work and found them to watch my dog during the day. They went above and beyond to make sure that Sadie was comfortable and well taken care of while I was at work. They truly treated Sadie like she was part of their own family. Sadie was always so happy to go to doggy day care in the morning. If I am ever back in the area, I will definitely book with Liz and Jeffery for any type of care they provide.”
“Odessa is such a great sitter! My frenchie is always excited to go to her house where he gets tons of attention and plenty of play time. She truly cares for your pet as if it were her own. She’s sends pictures, is very communicative and flexible with my chaotic work schedule. I am at ease and know my dog is in good hands with Odessa. Highly recommended!!!”
“We had such a great experience with this daycare! They were absolutely amazing—so kind, attentive, and clearly loves what they do. Saint had the best time and really bonded with their dog, Kai. They went on walks, played together, and even had time to rest and nap, which I really appreciated. I felt completely at ease knowing Saint was in such good hands. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a caring and reliable sitter!”
“Nicholas is great with dogs and is very knowledgeable. We didn’t have many doggy day care options with a 3 month old who couldn’t be around strange or unvaccinated dogs yet, so we were grateful to find Nicholas, who would come get our pup, be so sweet with him, help him get all his yayas out, and sent lots of pictures and videos doing the day. We couldn’t recommend him more for puppy sitting!”
“**By: Ggamang** Moving from the West Coast to the East Coast was a huge adjustment for me—new smells, new parks, and a lot of nerves. I wasn't sure I'd find a new "person" out here, but I’m so glad we found Kyury. Kyury is patient, reliable, and made me feel at home right away. It’s a huge relief for my parents to have someone they can truly trust while we settle into our new life on this coast. Whether we’re out on a walk or just hanging out, I always have the best time. If you need a sitter who genuinely cares, Kyury is the best! **5/5 Wags!**”
“My dog Winston had his first doggy-day-care experience with Ginnie last week. I thought he might be anxious, but Ginnie made him very comfortable, and she kept me updated during the day. He enjoyed the companionship of the other dogs and playing with them in her big back yard. I am very pleased and highly recommend Ginnie!”
About: I do not own a dog personally, however I have had experience caring for dogs. I have dogsitted for as long as I can remember, feeding, walking dogs and genuinely caring for them. I love all dogs alike and at the end of the day I just want to see your dog happy. I am very active, patient and gentle with pets and understand a dog/cats needs from experience and teachings from pet trainer friends and friends that own pets. I am meticulous and detailed when it comes to care, especially understanding that when dogsitting I am dealing with another persons pet, but most importantly an animal that deserves care and respect. I would love to walk or play with your dog, and have committed the time to this work despite also working from home in another profession. Services will include -Meet and Greet. -Only one dog at a time guaranteed. -Convenient/flexible drop off and pick up times. -Excercise/walks at least 3-4+ times a day or whatever is preferred by the owner. -Sanitized rooms, vacuumed daily, and house will never be shared with other pets. -Around the clock attention for overnight boarding, I am able to be work from home every day when I have a dog in my care. I work from home in Ellicott city with time dedicated to care for pets. I am pretty flexible and willing to go out of my way for pet care work. I live in a very walkable and safe neighborhood community in Ellicott City. While not gated, it is a closed community and offers numerous paths for dog walkers, including a dog park nearby as well. There is a shared backyard where I have seen dogs play and ample space in my townhome. I have had cats/ dogs in my home in the past with no problem.
About: Hi there! I’m Abby, and my husband Chris and I are a dedicated pet-sitting duo who love providing the best care for your furry family members. Together, we make sure your pets feel safe, loved, and comfortable while you’re away. We both work remotely. Our flexible schedules allow us to spend time doing something we both love: caring for pets and making sure they feel happy and at home. When caring for pets in your home, we prioritize maintaining their daily routines to help them feel comfortable and secure in familiar surroundings. We’ll ensure they follow their usual feeding schedule, get plenty of playtime and outdoor breaks, and we’re happy to provide any special care they may need. Your pets will receive plenty of attention and affection to help them stay happy and stress-free while you’re away.
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Ilchester
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“Madison is fantastic! Reliable, timely, and great with our dog. She was even able to help us in a pinch when we had an unexpected travel change! Thank you Madison!”
“Victoria has been excellent to work with and Has great customer service. She goes the extra mile to ensure the provided service is completed. We plan on continuing to utilizing her services.”
“Jaeda arrived on time for both the meet and greet and dog walk. She’s personable and took the time to get to know my pup a little better. She asked good questions about her habits and temperament. She was respectful of my home and pup!”
“Tabitha was great with Riley.. I knew from the first meeting and Riley’s response to her she was a good choice. She took the time to care for her as well as play. She even added a day last minute which I really appreciated! I would definitely book with her again anytime I need a dogsitter.”
“Yeji came three time a day to walk Eilidh while I was recovering from surgery. She was friendly, communicative, and arrived on time. Most importantly, she treated my fur baby well, giving her affection and some much needed exercise/potty time. I will definitely reach out to Yeji if I ever need help again.”
“Menkaure was very kind, respectful, and punctual. He has a very calming personality that jives well with my rambunctious dogs. He took my two large Huskies for 4 walks in the past week and he did an amazing job. He followed all instructions and the dogs loved him.”
“Natasha is very reliable and dependable! She showed up despite other things going on because she is committed to your fur babies! She sticks to her word and is very punctual. She communicates quickly and will meet the needs of your pups. She is very friendly and managed walking my two labs who are full of energy and quite strong! I will be booking with her again in the future. Thank you”
“Susan was a BLESSING for me and my dog when we needed a last minute check-in. She was so incredibly thorough and took great care to make sure she fit our routine and connected with Birdy. I recommend Susan to absolutely anyone who’s looking for competent care, a bubbly personality, and patience with an energetic and home-defending fuzz butt!!! We loved her!”
“He is wonderful! My dog loves him. He does a great job of being friendly and sweet with my animals but also keeps him in-line! He doesn't let him pull or run all over the place! He's also very respectful of my house and towards myself.”
“Ryan has been such a huge blessing. We walk our neighbor's dog regularly but since I was traveling for two weeks, we asked our neighbor if we could hire a dog walker for that time. Ryan not only managed a big strong dog but willingly accepted the dog's owner walking with him. She has some medical challenges that make it hard for her to walk her dog but she still wants the exercise. He was always early as well as patient, kind and respectful. We will definitely use him again.”
About: Responsible, fun, and most importantly reliable. Experienced with all types of dogs. Hi, my name is Maggie, I have lived inMaryland most of my life, I know the local parks, neighborhoods, etc. I am available to house/pet sit within 25 miles of Catonsville, Maryland. While pet sitting, I will ensure that your dog is taken care of 100%. We will play, exercise, and even relax. I promise to spend quality time with your dog as you would if you were in town. I am available throughout the day so your fluffy friend can be checked on multiple times. Also, I will make sure I am available to contact at all times in case of emergencies. If you have any questions, please ask ! Edit as of July 2026: Lucky to have spent 13 years (15yo) with my sweet baby Sookie...RIP my baby. Our home now is myself and my cat Carmen. She is friendly with dogs. As a pet owner I am already accustomed to sticking to a routine with feeding, care, and play. I currently have open availability and will be able to navigate and uphold whatever schedule agreed upon to care for your furry companion. As if they're my own, I will follow instructions and respectfully care for your fur baby. If needed I have a safe XL crate and multiple floors.
About: I’ve been an animal lover my entire life and love meeting new fur babies. I have three cats of my own, 12, 10, and 3 years old. I have years of experience caring for pets of all ages and types (lizards, rabbits, guinea pigs, dogs, cats, sugar gliders, birds, etc.). I am currently home full-time and am available for multiple visits to your home any time of the day. I am comfortable with pets that have medical needs, and am able to administer medications both orally and via syringe if needed. I have experience administering shots, intravenous fluids, and insulin, as well as other medical needs. I can also do nail clipping for cats. I care for pets full-time and am available seven days a week and holidays for either walks or drop in visits any time of day. Safety is of extreme importance to me. I treat all animals with care as if they were my own. I can accommodate any types of requests to ensure the environment for your pets is up to your standards while you are away.
About: I have 10 years of experience caring for pets of all ages, sizes, breeds, medical conditions, and personalities. I’m patient, attentive, and reliable. I take the time to understand each pet needs and routine. I strive to provide a safe, comfortable, and loving environment where every pet is treated like family. I am currently finishing my masters program, which I attend school twice a week for a short time. I am currently a part-time teacher’s assistant twice a week. The days I am at work, I get an hour break where I go and attend the pet and make sure they are ok until I get home in the evening. I have two small dogs of my own. They tend to be yappy which is why I prefer housesitting for the comfort of the other pet. When I housesit I like to stay in communication with the pet parents and update them throughout the day by sending pictures or updates.
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Large dog specialists near you - Ilchester
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Esther and Yi did a great job taking care of our two dogs. They communicated frequently, provided photo updates, and were extremely accommodating with pick up and drop off times. I would highly recommend.”
“Nikki was great! She was flexible and seemed to understand what our reserved, sometimes anxious girl needed to feel comfortable. We appreciated knowing she was in good hands.”
“Aster helped us in a very last minute pinch when our dog sitting plans fell through for an out of town vacation! Our puppy is under a year old and has a leg injury so required some special attention and care. This made us extra nervous to leave her but we received so many wonderful updates throughout our trip. Our pup loved her time away because of how awesome Aster and her family took care of her. We’ll absolutely be booking with them again!”
“Archie had such an amazing visit with Elisha again. She provided daily pictures and updates. She keeps him active and he loves his visits her with her. Would highly recommend her for a dog sitter”
“Virginia and her family are lovely. She took such great care of my Macks. It feels so good to get away and know that my girl is also getting a vacation. She had so much fun with Virginia's dogs and her family. I will be excited to book my next trip knowing I can leave my girl in such good hands.”
“Virginia and Steven were very sweet and hospitable to our baby. She was well looked after and we were very reassured she was getting the love and attention we give her! Highly recommend and will be using again!”
“Karla did an awesome job boarding our 2 cats for the weekend. She was responsive and provided frequent updates and we could tell our cats were getting lots of love and attention from the photos she provided. Highly recommend for boarding!”
“Alonni was so amazing! I am so sad I was only visiting the area because I would love to use her for dog sitting daily while I work. She made my babies feel at home and so happy! I didn't think they wanted to come home! She has a nice room for the dogs to stay in and lives by the water so they go in the lake ( my corgi loved it)! Alonni was very accommodating with pick up and drop off! She is the best boarder I have ever used on this app!”
“Morgan was fantastic and gave our pup a great time while we were gone! We were sent plenty of pictures and updates which made the time away from the dog go so much better. Thank you so much and we will 100% look to use her services again when we travel!”
“Liz, Jeff, and their whole family take such amazing care of our two Bichons. The videos and pictures show them having so much fun with their family, their dogs, and other dogs in their care. Will keep booking with Liz and Jeff!”
“Shane and Brittany were fantastic! They watched our Great Pyrenees, Odie, for two weeks and sent us plenty of pictures and updates while we were away. Odie came home happy and tired, and it was clear he was very well cared for. They’re a wonderful family, and we will absolutely use them again. Highly recommend!”
“As a first time rover user, also Oreo’s first time sleeping over with a sitter, we are glad we found Rodney and Marissa very close to home. As a senior dog, and also diabetic, I was worried having someone else take care of Oreo. But Rodney was great keeping me informed how Oreo was doing. They were great with oreo’s medication, including Oreo’s insulin shot twice a day. Again, thanks for having Oreo, Rodney and Marissa! ?”
“Demetrius watched our dog Taz and quickly became one of his favorite people!!! We got updates throughout the day about how well they were doing together. It usually takes Taz a long time to warm up to people, leading us to consider Demetrius a dog whisperer!!! We are so grateful for him and look forward to bringing Taz back to stay with him and Sebastian again in the future! Highly recommend!”
“Erin was fantastic! My dog is only 5 pounds and can easily slip out of the front door when someone is at the door. Erin was VERY consciences of my concerns and I was very comfortable with her visit even though this was our first time boarding with Erin. You are in good hands with Erin!”
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