Personalized care for your dog or cat - Rockville
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Rockville
“Gracie was fabulous watching Lincoln! She was very communicative and kept us updated with lots of photos. We could tell that Lincoln was well taken care of and that Gracie made him feel right at home. Would definitely recommend Gracie as a sitter!”
“Great stay for our dogs! Chris went above and beyond to care for our dogs. He was responsive and flexible. We are looking forward to many more bookings with him. Thank you, Christopher!”
“Our dog Bonnie stayed with Theresa for 10 days. She is amazing! I didn’t worry about Bonnie for a second. Theresa was communicative, sent photos, and took great care of our girl. Highly recommend!!”
“Sriju is an Angel! She was able to help us with last minute care for our Rosie bookending our trip (with my parents babysitting in between) and Rosie was simply obsessed with her. She got all the cuddles and plenty of exercise and I was thrilled knowing she was in such capable hands!”
“Rong was fantastic! She communicated regularly and Ralphie came home happy. I can’t ask for much more than that! Her dog, Lucky, is also a sweetheart and made a good companion for my dog.”
“John was fantastic, and I definitely plan to use him next time I go away! He was super-professional (yet very friendly), sent me lots of pictures, and I could tell my dog Venus was happy as a clam while she was staying with John. I can't say enough about how great John was.”
“Sophia was so great with my dog. I will definitely be using her again. She was very well organized and I felt really safe leaving my pup with her for the weekend.”
“Amazing host, our beloved dog was in good hands for four days. She played with other friendly dogs and spent time outside. We received regular updates and photos during her stay. We'll be returning for more stays!”
“Nicole was great with my dog! She took plenty of time to ask thoughtful questions about her habits and behaviors, and took care of her accordingly. She was very prepared and had contingency plans in case our dogs didn’t get along (but they did!) and sent photos and videos throughout the weekend.”
“Highly recommend! We had a very last minute cancellation by our dog sitter for Jeb on the morning of a trip out of town. Very lucky that we found Shahan - she replied right away and was able to take our buddy Jeb with only 2 hours of advance notice! Shoham has a large fenced in backyard, great for pups to get their exercise. She also provided walks and kept me updated on Jeb throughout the weekend. You can tell she is very good with dogs because Jeb was very relaxed when we arrived, and took the time to introduce him to the other dogs visiting to make sure everything was OK. We will definitely be using Shoham again for future doggie visits!”
“Piero took great care of our two dogs during our two-week vacation! He provided photo and video updates and was flexible with pickup and drop-off times. Both dogs were happy and healthy at the end of their stay. We’d happily leave them with Piero again in the future!”
About: For over 20 years, I’ve devoted my life to caring for dogs with the same love and attention I give my own. As a professional groomer and lifelong animal lover, I’ve learned that every dog has its own personality, quirks, and needs—and that they all deserve a safe, happy place to call home while their families are away. At my home-based boarding, your pup isn’t just a guest—they’re family. With a cozy indoor space, a secure outdoor play yard, and plenty of cuddles in between, I make sure every tail wags with joy. Whether it’s playtime, rest time, or a little extra pampering, my goal is always to give them comfort, care, and peace of mind—so you can feel at ease knowing your best friend is in loving hands. Pet care is my life and my passion. As a home-based groomer with 20+ years of experience, I combine professional skills with the comfort of a family environment. Dogs aren’t just clients—they’re guests in a loving home where every wagging tail is noticed, every need is met, and every pup feels safe, happy, and cared for. My home-based setup allows me to give personalized attention, cozy care, and consistent love that bigger facilities often can’t match. My home doubles as a haven for pups! I have a cozy basement workshop where I work, a special indoor play yard where puppies can romp safely, and a fenced outdoor yard for fresh-air fun. And of course, after work, it’s family time—they’re free to snuggle, play, and enjoy life with me beyond the yard.
“Joseph and his wife took amazing care of Kashmere over night. They sent updates through out the entire day/ night with pictures and videos to make sure we knew he was doing ok. Also kept him on schedule for us so there were no issues for us when we got him back. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!”
“My dog Tako was extremely well taken care of and I got frequent updates. Shanilka was very easy to communicate with and she was very flexible as my travel plans changed due to the weather. I will absolutely be using her again if I ever need!”
“I couldn't have been blessed with a better sitter. Diana and her family totally exceeding my expectations with taking care of my Apollo. I received updates and photos multiple times a day, that showed the love he was getting, the amazing care he was getting, and he was happy. This was the 1st time using Rover and I was extremely nervous, but Diana and her family took away all my worry. She and her family celebrated Apollo's 3rd birthday with him. We were greeted with balloons. How awesome was that! Diana's love has for dogs shows immensely as well as her good character, and I would absolutely use her again and strongly recommend her for anyone looking for a sitter for their dog. Thank you Diana, I appreciate you and your family. Until we meet again...”
“Cooper enjoyed his time with Huan, her family, their dog and the daycare dog. She fussed over him and let me know of any concerns immediately. We also got daily pictures and videos. He came home exhausted.”
“Pam and her daughter were so great with Pancho. They sent me many pictures and updates, it was obvious he was getting lots of love, attention and fun active time. Highly recommend and hopefully Pancho will get to pay another visit to their place!”
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Cat caregivers near you - Rockville
“Lingshan did a great job with our cat, Jannik. He is normally very scared of strangers but took to Lingshan very quickly. She did all the daily tasks and took very nice pictures and videos for us. When we had some special requests on a few of the days she completed them with no issues. I would use her again on our next vacation and would recommend her.”
“Gracie was great! She was available for a last minute drop-in to give my cat his morning pill. We video chatted the day before to show her the ropes and I appreciated how detail oriented she was in making sure she knew exactly what my cat needed.”
“It was our first time having Xin take care of our cat while we were away! She was super attentive and very communicative. she sent us many pictures after her visit and made sure she was taken care of. Our cat seems to have warmed up to her pretty quickly too and she can be a picky cat!”
“John was an excellent caretaker for my cat. John was quick to communicate when we were setting up dates, and came to visit before to meet us. Sent multiple photos and details about each visit and was attentive to my cat's needs. Would highly recommend.”
“Sharon took great care of our two cats while we were away for a week! One of our cats requires daily medication and she was able to administer the medication even when our cat was not being the most cooperative. We will definitely book her again!”
“I highly recommend Ivan as someone who will take great care of your pet. He has been doing a great job looking after my dog (1h drop in visits daily). There was a recent minor medical emergency and he handled it extremely well. He is thoughtful and conscientious of the pet’s individual needs. Very grateful to have him!”
“Sophia was very easy to talk with and took great care of my cat, Angel! Although she usually suffers from separation anxiety, when I came home Angel was doing really well and was her usual happy self! I’m sure it was in large part because of Sophia’s visit.”
“Rae was an amazing cat sitter. She was very attentive and loving towards my cat and super helpful and considerate of the space. I can’t say better things about her. I cannot recommend her enough.”
“Andrew did a great job taking care of our our two cats! He followed our instructions and contacted me to let me know the litter robot looked like it was having an issue. He was very helpful and we will definitely ask him to watch our pets again.”
“Heather did a wonderful job caring for our 2 kitties while we were away. We appreciated her detailed updates and photos. We plan to continue to use her in the future. :)”
“We made a last minute decision to travel and William was thankfully available to take care of Winnie on short notice! He gave me great updates and photos of my fur baby. I am so grateful 🐈⬛🐾”
About: Having owned and cared for multiple cats throughout my life, I’ve learned that no two cats are alike. From playful and affectionate cats to shy, independent, and senior cats, I understand the importance of adapting my care to each cat’s unique personality and routine. I am experienced with daily cat care tasks, including feeding, refreshing water, cleaning litter boxes, and administering oral medications when needed. I take the time to build trust with each cat at their own pace, whether that means engaging in playtime, providing companionship, or simply respecting their space. My goal is to ensure every cat feels safe, comfortable, and well cared for while their family is away.
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Rockville
“This was my first daycare service with Andrea and she was phenomenal. She would provide detailed updates that were clear and consistent. My dog is weary of new people but upon drop off, I was told that she was excited to go in and see Andrea. There were a couple days where my dog's tummy was not feeling well, and Andrea listened and followed to instructions well to work together to make sure Moa recovered quickly. Thank you, Andrea, for taking such good care of Moa while I was away on a overseas trip. You truly gave me a peace of mind, knowing that Moa was in good and caring hands. I would recommend Andrea to anyone in the area who is looking for daycare! ❤️”
“Shoham was so so SO accommodating & willing to see if daycare with her would work with my sweet boy who has a some separation anxiety in new spaces. Even though it ultimately didn’t work out on my pups end, he had a blast playing in her beautiful fenced backyard & with all of her pups! I’ll absolutely work on crate training him & hope to see her again in the future when I do”
“Bandit had a blast today spending the day with Nicole, playing with her dog Bobby and another neighborhood dog Lychee. He enjoyed the view from her place, had lots of play time but also cuddle time on the couch! Nicole sent regular updates with pictures and videos. I will definitely book her again!”
“Rong took wonderful care of my dog and made me feel completely at ease. She sent me regular photo updates, which I really appreciated. I’m so grateful for the loving and attentive care—highly recommend!”
About: I've been caring for my 4 cats on a daily basis for a decade. In addition, I dog sit overnight for my partner every couple of weeks. I work from home, so leaving in the middle of the day is rather simple. In fact it's a nice change of scenery to get outside and be with a cute animal 🥰 I unfortunately can't care for pets in my home as my cats run the joint. But I love meeting new animals, playing with them, and getting out!
“Huey took such great care of my pupper Winky, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. Winky can be super shy at first, so I always get nervous leaving him with someone new, but he got comfortable with Huey so quickly it was amazing! She has two super friendly dogs of her own(a little bichon and a corgi), and they got along so well with Winky which is awesome. She also sent me updates and photos during the stay and it looked like he was completely relaxed and having the best time. I also added on grooming during his stay, since she’s also a home based groomer and did such an amazing job(she told me she has 20 years of grooming experience!!) Winky came home looking so clean and adorable with the cutest haircut! You can really tell she has a ton of experience with dogs and genuinely cares about them. I’d absolutely book with Huey again and would recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, experienced, and caring for their pup!”
“Carlos and his husband are fantastic! They were very patient with our timid small dog, letting her warm up in her own time. Would definitely use their services again!”
About: Furry companions have been a part of us since childhood. Our first dog has been with us for more than 10 years and we could not imagine a life without him. We will take special care of your companions because we know how important they are to you. Gordon is partially retired and Marianna is on a sabbatical so we have plenty of time to pay special attention to your unique dogs needs. Our dog Crixus and cat Spartacus, both born in 2016, will be gracious hosts to your dog. We have a small fenced back yard where they can spend as much time as they like or they can chill out anywhere in the house. Marianna or Gordon will always be present to ensure that your dog is getting the love and attention they deserve.
“Krista and Roger are our wonderful neighbors, and we recently started using them for occasional daycare for our dog, Grover. Grover loves spending time with Shyloh and their whole family. Krista’s incredibly responsive to my requests and any questions I have. We know Grover’s safe and loved when he visits Krista and Roger’s home!”
About: My priority is to make your pet feel safe, happy, and at home- even when you’re not. I have more than 5 years of experience in pet grooming services, and I also have basic obedience training dog skills I work part time as a dog/cat groomer from monday to friday so basically i have the rest of my time to take care of your lovely friend and also my wife is a pet groomer too but she stay at home with my kids i have a fenced back yard for your pups for pee and poo. they can stay free inside the house unless you want them to be in his/her crate
About: Family love!! We now own a Bugg (boston terrier/pug mix) named Moxie who is 4 and previously owned a rescue pug named Rosie who lived to be 15. We have a single family home and large fully fenced in yard and love pet sitting all our neighbors' pets! We also have three boys (ages 5, 9, 12) who are comfortable around pets and love to play with them. My husband and I both telework so someone is home every day of the week. Either my husband or I am home every day. We typically walk our Bugg, Moxie, 3 times a day and also have a large fully fenced yard for her to play. Our current dog, Moxie, is free to roam our house all day and she sleeps in our son's room at night in her doggie bed. We don't mind dogs on our furniture or in any room, but can also provide separation or crating if desired.
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Rockville
“Would absolutely rebook Mark again! He was prompt, communicative, and an amazing walking partner for my dog who needed daily hour long walks while we were away for a long weekend. He is attuned to making your dog comfortable: I mentioned that my dog is nervous around men and Mark set-up a quick meet and greet to get acquainted. We really felt he went the extra mile for us 💚”
“I have booked with Nicole a few times now for walks and more recently a drop in visit. She always replies in a timely manner and is very flexible with my schedule. She leaves very thorough reviews of my dogs and how they acted and clearly cares very much for them. She was able to take care of my dog after he hurt his back and give him his medications while I was gone! She does a great job at every visit! Will continue to book with her.”
About: I’ve had two dogs, and currently have one at home. I have trained both of these puppies, and with new pets I am not afraid to ask questions or accommodate to your pets’ needs. I am a full-time student, but I am looking for hobbies. I currently live at home so I have a flexible schedule. I already walk my own dog, so getting some more exercise in never hurts. I’d prefer to meet the pets beforehand so that they are comfortable with me. I want to let dogs get the most stimulation out of their walk by letting them sniff a lot.
“Ben, was excellent in the service he delivered. My dog had a lot on f anxiety of me not being around and Ben took the time to make him feel comfortable in the house and within a Few days my dog took a liking to Ben. Thanks so much Ben! Definitely recommend him and will use him again!”
“Judson was the ideal dog walker! He was super patient with our pup and gave helpful info during each walk. He is extremely reliable which is hard to find. We are grateful to have found him and would work with him again without question!”
“Krystian was super at walking my two dogs while I was battling sciatica. He arrived on time, expressed concern for my condition and paid close attention to each of the dogs. He was very friendly and easy to work with. I will definitely call on him again.”
“Christopher is very conscientious and a kind caretaker for my pup. My dog can be a little spirited and Christopher handles him very well. Petey likes and trust him. I’m confident that safety is the utmost priority and he clearly loves dogs! I’m glad we found Christopher. I highly recommend him!”
“Ivan is very nice with my dog, he is taking care of my dog really well. My pet is though very picky in liking people but she loves Ivan and very happy with him. I am really thankful to him for taking so good care of her.”
“Jessica was a terrific find and in my neighborhood. Her love of dogs is evident and Pete loves her back. He is a strong dog and she manages him well. I recommend her to anyone.”
About: I have done puppy training classes with my own furbaby and can teach your furbaby some basics (like sit, leave it, drop it, etc). Let me know if there's anything you'd like me to work on! I wake up, snuggle my dog, get ready for work (from home), take my dog out, eat with my dog, work, play with my dog in between doing tasks at work, work some more, then take my dog out again! This will depend on what the client needs! Flexible and open to doing what the furbaby needs! Will wipe a furbaby baby's butt if needed!
“Malek is a dog whisperer! He was wonderful with our Australian shepherd puppy - who has a lot of energy and love to give! Malek took her on some great walks, and she was actually tired after! Thank you so much, Malek!”
About: I’ve grown up with dogs of all sizes and have been dog-sitting for over 10 years. I’m experienced with senior dogs and pets with special needs, and I always make sure every animal feels safe, loved, and happy while you’re away. I just graduated from a master's program and am currently studying for my licensure test, so I am fairly flexible! For the next couple of months, I am looking to fill my days with pets and practice tests :) I love to send pet parents photos so you can check in on your little one while I'm with them! I also strive to keep your pet's typical routine consistent while you are away, helping your pet stay happy, healthy, and stress-free.
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Large dog specialists near you - Rockville
“Great stay for our dogs! Chris went above and beyond to care for our dogs. He was responsive and flexible. We are looking forward to many more bookings with him. Thank you, Christopher!”
“John was fantastic, and I definitely plan to use him next time I go away! He was super-professional (yet very friendly), sent me lots of pictures, and I could tell my dog Venus was happy as a clam while she was staying with John. I can't say enough about how great John was.”
“Amazing host, our beloved dog was in good hands for four days. She played with other friendly dogs and spent time outside. We received regular updates and photos during her stay. We'll be returning for more stays!”
“Nicole was great with my dog! She took plenty of time to ask thoughtful questions about her habits and behaviors, and took care of her accordingly. She was very prepared and had contingency plans in case our dogs didn’t get along (but they did!) and sent photos and videos throughout the weekend.”
“Highly recommend! We had a very last minute cancellation by our dog sitter for Jeb on the morning of a trip out of town. Very lucky that we found Shahan - she replied right away and was able to take our buddy Jeb with only 2 hours of advance notice! Shoham has a large fenced in backyard, great for pups to get their exercise. She also provided walks and kept me updated on Jeb throughout the weekend. You can tell she is very good with dogs because Jeb was very relaxed when we arrived, and took the time to introduce him to the other dogs visiting to make sure everything was OK. We will definitely be using Shoham again for future doggie visits!”
“Joseph and his wife took amazing care of Kashmere over night. They sent updates through out the entire day/ night with pictures and videos to make sure we knew he was doing ok. Also kept him on schedule for us so there were no issues for us when we got him back. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!”
“My dog Tako was extremely well taken care of and I got frequent updates. Shanilka was very easy to communicate with and she was very flexible as my travel plans changed due to the weather. I will absolutely be using her again if I ever need!”
“Yvonne and her family were great with my sometimes anxious mini aussiedoodle! They were calm, kind, and he was very comfortable with them quickly. We can't wait to book her again!”
“Andrea and Michael couldn’t have been sweeter to our little pup. They kept us up to date with pictures and gave our little guy his daily medications. We could tell that he enjoyed his time there immensely. We have used other sitters but have never been happier than we were with Andrea and Michael. We would not hesitate to use them again. Highly recommend.”
“Kelly took such great care of our dog Xena while we were away. She sent photos and updates every day, and it was obvious that our pup was having a great time. It's so comforting to know she is in good hands while we are traveling.”
“Cindy was awesome. She addressed the initial anxiety of Lightning , made sure he is comfortable, and sent pictures and videos . We will not hesitate having her board Lightning again.”
About: We are a family of four (kids are 12 and 15), plus Nash our 6 year old Australian Shepard who loves walks and snuggles. Before Nash (and even before kids!), we had Riley, our sweet black lab who left us too soon. Over the years, we have fostered dogs, cared for our friends' dogs, given millions of belly rubs and logged many miles of dog walks around our lovely neighborhood. We'll provide a caring and friendly environment, a fenced in backyard and a built-in furry playmate! I have an irregular schedule, but work from home >50% of the time. Both kids loves dogs and can also help in the afternoons and on weekends. We'll provide pics of your pup playing and on walks. Your pup will have a fenced-in yard and run of the house to play and rest. We will follow whatever schedule they are used to, can have them play with our dog or provide separation if you prefer. While the kids may help, all pup care will be done 100% by me.
“Cheza loved her stay with Masha! She got to have her own mini vacation while we had ours. Masha was very communicative and kept in touch and sent pictures. And she was also helpful with navigating using Rover too. We will definitely be booking again the next time we need a sitter.”
“Marion was excellent! Remy really enjoyed his time with Marion and her pup Blue. We greatly appreciated her attention to detail when taking care of our boy over the course of the week. Our pup has some allergies and special feeding instructions, and she made sure everything was followed per our request. Would highly recommend Marion, she and her pup were fantastic!”
“My Lucky got a very good care during weekend. She slept well, enjoyed walking and playing in backyard, she even got new friends. Although Shiba is quite stubborn and it was first time Iwona met Shiba. Iwona showed great patient to accompany Lucky. Thanks so much and appreciate ! I know that Lucky likes Iwona and her place, I will choose her service again in the future.”
“Lilly was fantastic! She was flexible. She was attentive. She was very communicative and I would highly recommend her to anybody looking to have their pup well taken care of.”
“My pups were so welcomed and comfortable immediately. It was everything I wanted for them and had no worries while I was gone. What a loving family and beautiful home.”
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