Personalized care for your dog or cat - Dover
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Dover
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“Christine took good care of our dog for week. We were nervous because this was his first time staying with other dogs longer than a day. He came home happy and exhausted after a week of play. We received photos and videos throughout the week and he was packed up, ready to go at pickup- we appreciated that after a long day of travel.”
“Outstanding host! She took excellent care of our English bulldog and provided funny notes and photos throughout his stay. We will absolutely book with Jen again! 5 stars!”
“Mallory and Argos are the best sitter and friend for our Rockyboy, she updated pictures and vdo of him everyday , we’ll definitely take Rocky back again :)”
“This was our Moose’s second time staying with Mariela and the care that was provided was just as spectacular as the first time🤩 We received just the right amount of updates/pictures and felt at ease the entire time Moose was away from us. Most importantly, Moose was happy at pick-up and showed zero signs of stress. It was clear that he had a great time staying with Mariela and that he was super loved❤️”
About: I love working with dogs! I grew up with a variety of breeds and I am very patient and caring with all animals. My family had both large German shepherds and small miniature poodles, so I feel extremely comfortable with any size dog. I currently have a small rescue poodle mix, who I spoil just a little too much. I have also fostered and sat for various breeds and I really enjoy getting to know each dog's unique personality and temperament. Every dog deserves to be treated as a member of the family, which is exactly how I treat any pet in my care. I look forward to meeting and caring for your precious and beloved family member and he or she will immediately feel like part of my own family!
“Roxanna and her family are so sweet and lovely. They took excellent care of our pup. So thankful for her attention to detail, photos, updates and treating Chelsea like one of the family. I felt completely at ease leaving her with Roxanna.”
“Katie took excellent care of Pandora and Melvin and provided lots of updates, which I greatly appreciated. She maintained awareness of Melvin’s anxiety and old man quirks and let me know when something didn’t appear right — very thankful for that. I will definitely utilize her services again!”
“Emma is amazing! She made sure my boy was taken care of and even offered to get him food when he was running low. The daily pictures made me know he was comfortable and enjoying his time with her. Thank you so much for all you’ve done. I’m sure Keanu will be back!”
“We were thankful to have Laurie and Richard for our dog sitters. Our dogs were happy and well taken care of. We had plenty of pictures and updates and it was a good experience!”
“We are so thankful that Crystal and her family watched our puppy! She was very easy to communicate with and sent very cute pictures throughout our dog’s stay. Our puppy seemed so at ease when we picked her up. I have nothing but good things to say!”
“Lauren was great! This was our first time using Rover and she was incredibly communicative—our pup had so much fun with her and her dog, and we felt great all weekend knowing Felix was well taken care of and having a blast.”
“Holly was an amazing dog sitter for my pup Bear!!! She was professional, thorough and kind. I trusted that she treated my pup like family and I would 100P use her again! Bear is excited to spend some more time with her in a couple weeks!!”
“Supon was a fantastic sitter! He kept in touch with regular photo updates (so we knew our pup was out and about and happy!) and our dog seems like he had a great time (judging by his absolute exhaustion today. I think he played a little too much this weekend!) Supon does have a couple pups of his own and I believe there were a few Rover dogs there, too, so something to be aware of for future folks considering having their pet with Supon, but for Copley, it was perfect. He played with new friends and had a pack to hang out with when his real pack of humans was away.”
“Ollie has the best time with Donna and always comes back so happily tired! And we love all the adorable updates she sends. Ollie is excited to head back to Donna’s next week for more fun!!”
“We have booked our dog Rocket with Michelle on multiple occasions. Leaving our dog with Michelle is as good as him being at home! She is friendly, kind, loving and attentive. Her home is clean and comfortable. We will continue to book with her in the future. Highly recommend!”
“Max was excellent! He was very good at communicating - both before and during the stay, which made our first Rover experience seamless. He was great with Claudia, working with her reactivity and really setting her up for success during the stay. She loved him! We absolutely plan to book with Max again!”
Over 4.1 million dogs curled up for a sleepover in a sitter's home on Rover1
Cat caregivers near you - Dover
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Gregory was great and our cat Pepper really seems to love him! Gregory graciously watered our plants while we were away as well. Definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a cat sitter in the DC area!”
“Colleen did an amazing job checking in on my kitten! She went above and beyond to spend extra time playing with her and sent great pictures. She even went the extra mile to coordinate picking up and dropping off keys. Would highly recommend!”
“We highly recommend Mya and will make her our first choice the next time we need a pet sitter. This was our first experience using Rover, and we were nervous about how our kittens would react to a stranger. However, when Mya came over for the initial introduction, our cats took to her immediately, even our more timid one. We were impressed by her professionalism, communication skills, attention to detail, and responsiveness. We truly appreciated the photos and updates from each of her visits. Thank you for taking care of our cats like your own; we hope to work with you again soon!”
“Tiffanie provided excellent care to my cat, and even offered additional flexibility when it looked like my return date was going to be delayed. Tiffanie also provided detailed information on how my cat was doing each day, and it’s clear my cat warmed up to her fast.”
“I was very nervous to leave for a long period of time as both my cats are very shy but also seek affection. My worries on day 1 was put to rest as both my cats could sense Tara was safe and willing to meet them as their comfort level. I am very impressed as she got my historically very shy and timid cat to anyone but me to become her lap cat. Her daily reports and adorable photos was very appreciated!”
“Heather was great! I’ve never used rover before and she made it easy and will rebook her in the future. She sent updates of my cats every time with pictures and took great care of them.”
“Lisa was absolutely wonderful! She took amazing care of Maleficent while I was away for a week, and I had complete peace of mind the entire time. She sent regular updates and photos, which made being away so much easier. When I returned home, everything was clean, safe, and exactly as I left it. She even vacuumed before I got back, which was such a thoughtful touch. She also returned my key to me afterward, making the whole process incredibly convenient. Lisa is trustworthy, reliable, and clearly cares about the pets and homes she looks after. I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dependable pet sitter. Five stars!”
“Spencer & Julia took great care of my cat and provided a ton of photos during their time with him! They offered plenty of pets, treats, and cuddles and gave me peace of mind while I was on vacation!”
“Kaitlyn is always great. I think this was the 3rd time we’ve used her and she is great with communication and she clearly puts her heart into caring for our cats. Thanks again for everything!”
“Erin was very reliable and communicative, and was able to get my senior cat to take his meds (hooray) and patient with my younger cat who is very very shy. Would absolutely use her again.”
“Olga took great care of my cats while I was traveling. She was patient, flexible, and communicative. Her updates were reassuring, and I felt confident that my cats were in good hands with her. So grateful for her care and highly recommend her!”
“Richard was great! Super communicative, lots of great photos, and very reliable. Everything you are looking for in a sitter. Both of our cats seemed to really like him — even the skittish one, which is unusual.”
“Carrie was so great with our sweet but shy and anxious kitty. We were so concerned that he would spend the entire time lonely and hiding under the bed, but Carrie was patient with him, let him approach her on his terms, and he opened right up to be his loving self for her. He even let her give him his meds! The pictures we got made our trip so much more enjoyable as we were able to relax, knowing our furry friend was in good hands.”
“Shannon was a lovely housesitter for my two cats. She was very patient with my one cat who needs medication twice a day and is a very finicky eater. We already have her booked to watch them again!”
“Anne took fantastic care of our cat while we were away for the weekend - she sent pics and communicated after her visits too which gave us peace of mind. Highly recommend!”
“Guiselle did an amazing job with our three cats! She made sure they were fed on time, played with them, and sent us the most adorable pictures. We’d be happy to have her watch them again!”
“Josh took excellent care of our cats while we were away. We appreciated his detailed narratives of how our cats were doing. It's clear he really cares. We'll definitely book again with Josh the next time we go out of town!”
“Claudia took great care of my big fur baby for a week. He’s got a complicated med and dental care regimen and she followed it to a T. He’s happy healthy and very talkative now that I am back. I would recommend.”
“Julia took great care of our kitties while we were away for two weeks over Xmas. She was very communicative and gave us wonderful updates each day. She often stayed extra time and went above and beyond to make us feel at ease that our cats were in good hands!”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Dover
Prices are estimates per day. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Rafa absolutely LOVED his stay with Supon. He is an anxious pup with pandemic induced separation anxiety and we get so nervous leaving him. He had a great time and because we knew he was being taken care of, we had a good time away. We got lots of picture updates which made us so happy and feel so comfortable. Supon is the best!!!”
“Diana was great with Pisco! He had such a fun time and she took such good care of him. She’s very responsive, communicative, and makes sure to share fun memories as well. Even when Pisco wasn’t feeling the best she made sure he was comfortable and kept me informed. Would definitely recommend her and return for more bookings!”
“Jack was fantastic!! He took great care of our 8-month-old puppy. He took her on lots of walks, taught her a new trick, and sent us regular photo and text updates. I would use him again in a heartbeat. Our dog was happy and tired when she came home!”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs and cats since before I can remember! My family has three dogs at home (all lab mixes) and they are the best. I have experience with puppy energy to older dogs. I work full-time remote at the moment so I’m flexible for care times. I also have time on afternoons and weekends as well for pet care. I have experience with crating pets, feeding, and administering special medication. I’ve dealt with dogs with anxiety in the past as well as over friendly dogs.
“Had a great experience with Fengyuan providing daycare for Marigold! Got lots of photo updates during the day and she made a new friend out of Chicago 🤗”
“Roshni took amazing care of my puppy! She was very communicative, clearly loves dogs and my puppy had the best time at day care! Highly recommend and will definitely be using her services again soon!”
“Holly was fantastic!! She took the best care of my boy Jax. Her communication was great and I could tell Jax had the best time with her! I would highly recommend!!”
About: I’ve grown up around dogs since I was very young, and caring for them has always been a natural part of my life. I currently have a pug, so I’m very familiar with daily routines like walking, feeding, bathing, and giving lots of love and attention. Friends, neighbors, and family have always trusted me to look after their pets, and I treat every dog as if they were my own. I’m currently a nursing student on break, and most of my classes during the semester are online. This means I’m home full-time on all non-clinical days and have plenty of time to give your pets my full attention. My schedule is very flexible, so I’m available most days for walks, drop-ins, and boarding. Safety is always my top priority. I grew up with dogs and currently have a sweet pug, so I’m very comfortable handling pets of all sizes and personalities. My home is clean, calm, and pet-friendly, and I always make sure dogs are supervised, fed on schedule, and kept in a safe environment. I’m happy to crate your dog if needed, follow any routines you prefer, and give your pup plenty of love and attention while you’re away.
“My maltipoo had a great time with Asma! Asma quickly helped him feel situated in a new environment, and she was caring, fun, and patient with him (she also shared some new treats for him which he loved). Asma’s also very responsive and sent nice updates of their day together. Looking forward to the next time!”
“My dog, as best I can tell, had a very fine time with Lee and her pup, Lucy. We were very happy with Lee and would use her again, without question. Thanks Lee!”
“Remi had another amazing time with Julia! Julia keeps us updated throughout the day with photos and updates on Remi. We highly recommend Julia for your pup!”
“Isabella was wonderful with Rolo! She was very sweet, patient, and made sure he felt comfortable the whole time. We really appreciated her care and the updates. Would happily book with her again!”
About: I am a pet lover. I grew up in a home with many pets including dogs and cats and have always had a special connection to animals. I love going on long walks and heading to the dog park when the weather is nice. I am here to help you care for your pet the best way possible. I'll always listen to special instructions and will show your pet the love and attention as if they were my own. I have a flexible schedule and am able to do "drop-in visits" and "rover now" walks during most week days when many walkers are unavailable. I am in the office two days a week, Tuesdays and a flex day. I can't wait to meet your fur baby! **I cannot accept pets that get into plants as I have a few not pet safe plants at home** **For house sitting you must be ok with my dog Buddy coming with me and staying at your house as well.** I work from home 3 days a week and am home most weekends! I too Iove middle of the day walks and all day hangs! I am in a pet friendly building that is super close to Rock Creek for longer walks. My home is child free, and smoke free. I do have a senior beagle mix I adopted from a family member who could not bring him with for an overseas move who is a full time pet at the home.
“Mac truly provided outstanding care for my dog! He was patient with my pup and communicative with me. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that even on her first visit, my dog grew to be quite comfortable with him and even accomplished all of her dog business! 😊 I will definitely use him again!”
About: We love pets, we used to have pets at home and in our family. We love to play and be surrounded by pets. Our kids will also help us. We are a family with 3 kids from 10 to 15 years , we work part time from home. There will always be someone to take care of your pet. We have a large house with an unfenced garden. We have pets in our family and we love them. We go outside everyday to play or for a walk. So you pet will be welcome.
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Dover
Prices are estimates per walk. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Noah has been great with our dog Toph, who can be a handful. He’s very responsive and follows our detailed instructions well. We are thankful to have his help.”
“Love Anne!!! She is always so understanding and constantly helps us when we are in a bind. Amazing dog walker and is so understanding of changes in plans!”
“Julia was a pleasure! Gray was super happy and relaxed. She booked us super last minute as well during some super hot weather. We will definitely have Gray spend time with her again!”
About: Hello! We're Sara and Mariano, a dynamic dog-loving duo based in Northwest DC. With years of experience as dog watchers and proud pet parents to Captain, our 40 lb Shepherd Mix, we offer a unique team approach to caring for your furry friends. Our love for dogs runs deep, having grown up with them and incorporating them into our daily lives. While we both have day jobs, Sara works hybrid, allowing us to provide around-the-clock care and attention to your beloved pets. At our home, every dog is treated like family. We tailor our services to meet the individual needs and preferences of each furry guest, ensuring they feel right at home. From neighborhood strolls to hikes and fun outings to local dog parks, we make sure every day is an adventure for our four-legged visitors. We take pride in creating a welcoming and relaxing environment for dogs in our care, making their stay feel like a vacation. Whether your pup enjoys playtime, snuggles, or simply lounging in the sun, we are here to cater to their every whim. If you're looking for a loving and attentive dog watching service in Northwest DC, we'd love to hear from you! Feel free to send us a message to discuss your dog's needs and schedule a stay with us. Your furry friend is sure to have a tail-wagging good time with Sara and Mariano! Between the two of us, our schedules are very flexible. We work during the day hours, with one of us having a hybrid schedule. Weekends are spent at home with the furry ones! If you are considering booking a service for dog boarding I will go over the details of your pet’s routine to fully accommodate their needs. For my drop in visits or overnight stays I am comfortable with whatever routine you already have established for your pet(s).
“Brenna is awesome! She does a great job walking Daisy. She’s super responsive, and takes the time to understand your dogs needs and keeps you updated on how things went! Will definitely have her walk Daisy again”
“Shanell was fantastic! She’s very friendly with my dogs, handled them well, and went on a walk and to the park. She was able to navigate my complex building instructions w/o any issues”
“Guiselle was friendly, timely and super professional! She sent multiple pics of our dog while they were on their walk and it really reassured my husband and I while we were at work! Looking forward to booking her again.”
“Zoe is incredible. She is super flexible with her scheduling and is often available for last minute help which has been an absolute life saver. Abby adores her. We are so lucky to have found her!”
“Dominique was amazing. I was in a little bit of a bind and he came through for me. Trusting that what I told him regarding my pups was the truth (that they are super friendly) and walked them without having met them. Followed all the instructions with out issue. I AM so glad to have found him here.”
“An absolute dog whisperer! Julia has been amazing with our dog Banx who was from a rescue and very anxious with strangers. He warmed up to her immediately and is so excited to see her every morning! We are thrilled to be working with her!”
“Hannah was great getting Logan moving in the middle of the day while I was at work. She's super responsive and was a huge help to me in my first week back in the office.”
“Holly is FANTASTIC! She always keeps you informed, and Kylo was so happy with the wonderful walks she gave him. She was always on time and I truly recommend her 100%!”
“Haoran (Selina) is an amazing dog walker! She’s reliable, and always flexible.. even with last-minute requests. I know I can count on her to take great care of my dog, and she always keeps me updated. It’s such a relief having someone so dependable.”
“Lucy is so great! Communicative and punctual with humans and so sweet and patient with our energetic one-year old pup! Absolutely would work with her again!”
About: I've had a dog my whole life and love taking care of pets. I've been known to walk my neighbors dogs and water their plants when they need the help. I recently ran a half marathon so I would happily take your pet for long walks and even a run. I'm very responsible and nurturing, so I would love to channel that energy into your pet instead of my roommates for a bit. Let me help you give your pet the exciting life they deserve. I'm a full time college student, with a good amount of free time during the summer time, so I would be able to care for your pet whenever it's needed. I plan on taking pets out in the cooler parts of the day, and if the weather is too hot, I feel comfortable entertaining a pet inside, so they can get some of their wiggles out. I have administered medication to dogs several times and feel very comfortable taking care of dogs of all ages.
“Samantha was a great dog walker while I was away for a work trip. As a fellow frenchie mama, I knew I could trust my boys with her, even with their quirks. She sent pics and hung out with them after the walk. We would highly recommend her!”
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Large dog specialists near you - Dover
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Outstanding host! She took excellent care of our English bulldog and provided funny notes and photos throughout his stay. We will absolutely book with Jen again! 5 stars!”
“Mallory and Argos are the best sitter and friend for our Rockyboy, she updated pictures and vdo of him everyday , we’ll definitely take Rocky back again :)”
“This was our Moose’s second time staying with Mariela and the care that was provided was just as spectacular as the first time🤩 We received just the right amount of updates/pictures and felt at ease the entire time Moose was away from us. Most importantly, Moose was happy at pick-up and showed zero signs of stress. It was clear that he had a great time staying with Mariela and that he was super loved❤️”
“Emma is amazing! She made sure my boy was taken care of and even offered to get him food when he was running low. The daily pictures made me know he was comfortable and enjoying his time with her. Thank you so much for all you’ve done. I’m sure Keanu will be back!”
“Stephanie is great! My dog had a great weekend with her and she had so much fun in the backyard! Stephanie sent lots of photo updates and was quick to respond. Highly recommend!!”
“Holly was an amazing dog sitter for my pup Bear!!! She was professional, thorough and kind. I trusted that she treated my pup like family and I would 100P use her again! Bear is excited to spend some more time with her in a couple weeks!!”
“Ollie has the best time with Donna and always comes back so happily tired! And we love all the adorable updates she sends. Ollie is excited to head back to Donna’s next week for more fun!!”
“Geoffrey takes excellent care of our high energy terrier. He follows all of the feeding instructions we provide, administers medication, and sends lots of photos and updates. Thank you!!!”
“Max was excellent! He was very good at communicating - both before and during the stay, which made our first Rover experience seamless. He was great with Claudia, working with her reactivity and really setting her up for success during the stay. She loved him! We absolutely plan to book with Max again!”
“Elizabeth was absolutely wonderful with Bailey. I am so thankful that I found her and that she was available during the holidays. She always responded quickly and was very communicative. And Bailey seemed to have a wonderful time with her and her family. Many thanks!”
“Kathleen is our absolute favorite sitter- she is our go to and our dogs absolutely love her. She is so patient and flexible and can handle absolutely anything that comes up.”
“Lilly was amazing! She kept me updated with notes and pictures and I know my pup had a wonderful time with her! I would definitely recommend her and will use her in the future!”
“I can't say enough good things about Jack and his wife, they took excellent care of my baby while I was on vacation! He sent me tons of updates of them on walks and hikes, he even taught her a new trick. Thank you Jack!!!”
About: I recently lost my dog Kacey ant the age of 14 and am now looking to care for your pup as if they were my own! I grew up with 3 family dogs before having one of my own. I know what it takes to walk, feed, and cuddle your pet. I also spent years providing daily pills for my dog so happy to take any dogs with medical needs. I’ve spent many years dog sitting my friends dog in addition to my own. Happy to accommodate any special needs or requests to make sure your dog is as happy as possible while you’re away! I work from home 2 days a week and have flexible working hours on the days I am in the office. Most weekends I can be with your pet as much as needed. I will provide a warm home to cuddle and care for your dog. I am happy to walk your dog up to four times a day and can take them to dog parks if requested. I live in an apartment building with an elevator
“Ares clearly had a lovely time staying with Haydenn! He was happy and tired when we picked him up. Getting a video of him making friends with another one of the dogs staying at Haydenn's was a lovely bonus. We'd absolutely ask Haydenn to watch Ares again.”
“Alexis and Andrew were great with taking care of our dog and very responsive. They sent pics daily and let know how he was doing with eating and his activities. I felt very comfortable with Hokie’s stay.”
“Kerstyn was wonderful throughout the entire boarding process. She was so professional and responded to all of my texts promptly. My pup unfortunately was feeling a bit unwell during her stay, but Kerstyn was a pro at both managing my dog’s needs and putting me at ease. I would absolutely recommend booking with Kerstyn!”
“Melissa took great care of our dog Charlie! She took the time to meet with him beforehand to get to know his behavior and make sure he was comfortable in her home. She sent updates with pictures every day so we knew he was doing well and having a good time. Melissa is clearly passionate not just about dog sitting but taking time to really understand and accommodate different dogs’ personalities and make her home a comfortable and safe space for them. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for someone to take excellent care of their dogs!”
“Sam and Tracy were great!! They took great care of our dog Tofu, sent daily updates and photos, and were very understanding when our flight was delayed. It seems like Tofu had a great time and we will definitely book with them again!”
“Kelly was a great dogsitter! She was very responsive and sent us pictures regularly, so we could relax and enjoy our vacation. And I think our dog had as good of a vacation as we did! Kelly played lots of fetch with him and made sure he was loved and spoiled.”
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