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“Amazing people who love and care for my pup while he is with them - they also send the cutest pictures and updates! They were also super understanding when I got stuck in traffic on the way to pick my dog up.”
“We had a wonderful experience! This family took excellent care of our mini goldendoodle while we were on vacation—so kind, attentive, and thoughtful. They sent plenty of pictures and updates, which gave us total peace of mind and showed he was happy and having fun. Highly recommend!”
“We loved working with Kristin & Bruce! They asked a lot of great questions so we were extremely comfortable leaving our Delphi with them. They took great care of her! We would absolutely love to leave Delphi with them again.”
“Excellent! I really appreciated all the updates and photos from Stefanie. Great communication and flexible with drop off and pick up times. Will definitely use again in future.”
“Lindsay took great care of my dog, Taydo. Long walks, snoozes on her couch, and photos to keep me updated. I believe LIndsay to be completely trustworthy which is really important for a pet sitter.”
“Ryan and Martha took wonderful care of my dog. They treated her as a member of their family. They took her for walks and sent daily pictures. I will certainly ask them to care for Ella again when needed.”
“Michelle did a fantastic job watching our doggy James! Super friendly and very easy to work with and flexible around our schedule. Her and her family were a pleasure to meet and made the entire experience easy. We are very happy and will absolutely book with her again!”
“Jenny and her family did an excellent job watching Teddy and giving him the best experience during the holidays. It was even his birthday and they went above and beyond to throw a birthday party for him! We are so appreciative of how well Teddy was treated and all the photo updates were reassuring. Teddy is looking forward to his next stay! Highly recommend! 🤍”
“I would highly recommend Nicole. Her and her family where so great with Lacy. She keep me updated and had Lacy outside every day wish Lacy loves. I would definitely use Nicole in the future.”
“Cleda did an awesome job taking care of my corgi, Texie! Regular walks, and fun playtime with other dog buddies! Regular updates with photos/videos reassured me that he was in great hands! Would definitely recommend!”
“This was the first time my 6 now Boston and I were apart for multiple days. I knew immediately upon entering Lindsay’s home that it is a loving place. Her extensive experience with dogs is obvious. I appreciated the fact that Birdy would be exposed to other dogs, the outdoors and cuddles. Lindsay communicated appropriately: enough that I was confident Birdy was well but not so much that I was overly involved. YES! I highly recommend. We love Camp Lindsay. BEYOND THAT: my flight was cancelled for 3 days due to weather and Lindsay was flexible in fitting us in. Then, our return flight was delayed so I got back to town past bedtime. Lindsay was again cheerfully understanding. What a kind person!”
“Robert took great care of my dog, and I was greeted by a very happy pup and a wagging tail. He was very flexible and communicative. I really appreciated the care and attention he paid to my dog.”
“Mary took our dog for our wedding weekend and she was great! Pugsy had a great time with her dog, going on a walk, and going to the dog park! She sent pictures and we did not worry about Pugsy at all! We will definitely book with Mary in the future!”
“Neko came home exhausted so he must have had a wonderful time! Judd and Becky were so kind and worked well with us on a last minute request and we will absolutely use them again!”
“Gina is great! We did a meet and greet first so her and my dogs could get acquainted, and to make sure it would be safe for all. She sent me pics of my boys while I was away and I really appreciated that! She treated my boys like her own fur babies! I highly recommend Gina! 5 stars for sure!”
“Maria Belen is better than we ever hoped for!! She took care of our puppy who requires a lot of work with love, patience and dedication. She was willing to take her even though she is still working on potty and crate training. She sent us tons of great updates, pictures and videos and took lots of time asking questions and getting to know our puppy’s routines and what would be best for her. Maria and her husband both cared for our 4 month old puppy like she was their own! They even gave us the sweetest present of a paw print picture! We would recommend them to everyone and pick them every time!”
“Amy and her family gave my dog top-notch care! She came home tired but relaxed. Daily walks, individual attention, and a clean, comfortable home put her right at ease. I’m so glad we found Amy!”
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“Mandy is so easy to communicate with and always responsive! She is very caring and attentive. I really enjoyed reading the Rover card every day, and I’m glad to see that she built such a wonderful friendship with my cat. I also have to emphasize—Mandy is a great photographer! Many of the photos she took are cute enough to be portraits (I secretly saved some of them🤭).”
“Jennifer was such an amazing sitter for my furry babies. She took her time to ask questions and understand well how to care for them. The updates and pictures always were on point and left me feeling that my babies were in very caring and capable hands. Next time I will look for someone to look after my babies I will go for Jennifer.”
“Whitney has visited my 4 year old cat Clark on multiple occasions. On the most recent, I had to go away for the weekend, and Clark had gotten sick a few times earlier in the week. Needless to say, I was nervous to leave him. But Whitney was so responsive to all of my concerns and requests, and took really good care of him. Luckily there were no issues, but Whitney’s notes and care really helped put all my concerns at ease. Will definitely be requesting her services again!”
“Natalie was an incredible pet sitter. She took such great care of my cat and our rats. She checked in using the Rover card system and sent pics each day of the boys. Would definitely recommend her!”
“Austin was great to work with! He sent daily updates along with photos, which gave me a lot of peace of mind while I was away. He consistently checked in and kept me informed on how everything was going. I also really appreciated his flexibility and willingness to help out on short notice. Would definitely book with him again!”
“Hannah house sat for our two cats when we went on vacation. We felt really comfortable with her watching our cats and home. She sent us updates, pictures, and everything went really smoothly!! Thank you Hannah!!”
“Absolutely fantastic experience with Mandi and delighted she was able to take our booking. Mandi came for a meet-and-greet in advance of the booking to review details and get acquainted with our home, our cat, and his care. He was much more relaxed and comfortable when we returned than when we've picked him up from boarding in the past; at his advanced age, that means so much! We're looking forward to our next booking with Mandi!”
“Sydney was great with our kitties! She was very communicative about when she was visiting and what happened during the drop in visit. She took great photos, as well!”
“Iva and Eduardo watched my two kitties over the holidays and they went above and beyond with their care! They were able to pill my (occasionally naughty) kitty twice daily, kept me informed, gave them tons of love / play and sent me lots of pictures! Would highly recommend for an above spectacular job!”
“I was very happy with Michelle's care of my cat Michael !! She communicated with me and sent the cutest pictures each day. Made me feel much better about going away, which is Huge !”
“Amaya was amazing as always! She’s a great communicator and I can tell she really cares about Orange. I know my pet is safe, loved, and in good hands when I’m away. Thanks again Amaya!”
“We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! From the daily updates to the series of playtime photos, Janay went above and beyond to make sure our two cats were well taken care of. We’ll definitely be rebooking in the future!”
“Anna is just the greatest! She took such good care of our little Louie while we were away for the weekend. For every visit she sent us multiple glamour shots of Louie around the house and a fun summary of their hang outs. You can tell she’s the most genuine animal lover and treats your furbaby like her own. We will definitely be booking with Anna again!”
“Ali was so wonderful! We got married last weekend, and had the best time knowing she was checking in on our kitties. She took the best pictures of them ever, and they had fresh water and food. Litter boxes and even our high maintenance wet food w/ medication was handled. Can’t thank her enough ?”
“Azaria took such good care of my cat Neil! I could tell that she spent quality time with him and made sure he was happy each day. She went above and beyond with communication and even handled issues with building access with kindness and patience!”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Blackhawk
“Gen was very responsive. She answered questions quickly and sent a lot of great pictures. My dog actually had a healthy amount of play and sleep instead of being overstimulated all day like she would at a traditional day care.”
“My dogs really like Joyce and Luca and came home happy and sleepy-they clearly got plenty of exercise. Their place is spacious and clean and Joyce sent several great pictures and videos throughout the day. She is organized, the communication was excellent, and she has a good way with dogs. I will absolutely be bringing my buddies back to Joyce’s place.”
About: I have experience working at Paw Pals taking care of cats and dogs. I have also raised and cared for hamsters, horses, birds and bunnys. I'm currently working part-time to only care for animals so I have plenty of time for your animals! Let me know when you need me and I will be there! They will get the time they need. ❤️ Your pet will have the whole downstairs to themselves and lots of play space. I have two friendly cats that are willing to be friends with your pets but they will be upstairs. There are multiple grassy areas to run around in around my condo and trails to walk your pet that will allow them to play in. Treats treats treats❣️
About: I am a previous dog owner and current cat mom. I grew up watching dog and cat training shows on TV and going to in person purebred dog and cat show events. I enjoy spending my time with furry friends. I'm a in-home caregiver to my mom so I have lots of time to take care of your pet. I have weekly events on Sundays and Wednesdays, but can easily work around those times. I have a long line for when your pet is outside and lots of patio seating to supervise and play with your pet the whole time. I also have a crate for indoor use.
“5 stars! Can’t sing Julie enough praises! I feel so absolutely at ease while my Cookie is in Julie’s care. Thank you for being a safe and comfortable place for our pup.”
About: I've taken care of dogs since I was 10. My family has a doodle and I grew up with him. I graduated last year and I started raising a golden retriever. Her name is Yumi and she is 8 months old now. She has a great personality and there is no dog she can not get along with! I worked at home on weekends and I'm mostly available on holidays. Weekday schedule depends on my research and class schedule. I'm pretty flexible and open to same-day reservations. I have a dog-proofed apartment. If you have a puppy who is not fully house-trained I will be able to take care of him/her. Dogs are allowed on couches and their beds.
“My little pup Macy had a wonderful, exciting day with Gina and her kiddos! She was given lots of love and attention - wore her out in the best way possible! Thank you so much Gina for taking good care of her!”
“Holly was very receptive to caring for our dog on short notice when we had to be in Madison for a family member’s hospitalization. The home, fenced in yard, companionship of their dog Mocha was wonderful for our little guy. I could tell he was exercised and loved while in her care.”
“Jenny and Darin were great! They provided updates throughout the day and took great care of our slightly anxious puppy :) Will definitely book with them again!”
“Lindsey was great! Super professional with a nice open yard setup for our pup. She was extremely prepared, clean, and fantastic with communication. Our pup seemed happy as a clam when we picked him up! 10/10, highly recommend”
“Kristin and Bruce provided exceptional daycare services. My senior dog initially had anxiety being in a different home. Kristen and Bruce were very attentive and made her feel comfortable.”
“Pri took care of my 9 month old for puppy daycare when I needed to get some painting done at the house. Lily can be busy so she probably kept Pri on her toes throughout the day. Pri sent adorable pictures of their walks and Lily came home tired and happy! Looking forward to booking again in the future.”
“We used to have Leonardo stay in his crate while we were at work, but we knew he deserved something better. After looking through several profiles, Jamie really stood out. Once we read more about her, we felt confident Leo would have an amazing time with her and her dogs. Now he comes home completely tired and even falls asleep in the car, which says everything! Jamie is so kind and welcoming. we couldn’t have asked for a better person to care for him. We would absolutely recommend her. Thank you, Jamie, for treating Leo like your own while we’re at work!”
“Wolfy had such a great day with Mary and her family. He can back very happy, and Mary sent several lovely photos of his time. Mary was also flexible with me when my plans changed after booking, which was so appreciated.”
“Edith is your dream sitter. She posts daily photos and updates of your pet. She obviously loves what she does. She is a lovely soul and my Mimi, who can be shy, had her tail up in the photos which made me feel reassured that she was in a safe, loving environment.”
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Blackhawk
“Jennifer was great with my big, goofy mastiff-pitty mix! And Jupiter/JuJu loved his walk and sniff time with her…he came back ready for a nap! Glad to have Jennifer on board as part of Jupiter’s team!”
About: I’m very attentive and adaptable, and I truly enjoy getting to know each dog. I have experience with puppies, senior dogs, and pets that need a little extra patience. I follow routines closely and always focus on creating a calm, positive experience. care fits seamlessly into my routine. I’m not working a full-time job, so I have the flexibility to prioritize walks, drop-ins, and quality time with each dog. I love staying active, and spending time with dogs is something I genuinely enjoy every day. I’m flexible and attentive, and I always follow your rules and routines. I tailor my care to each pet’s needs so they feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for in your home.
About: My name is Jiayi H, go by Joyce. I live in a 2 story house (basement and first floor are dog-friendly) and our house surrounded by park and trails so it will be a lot of running around and playing time if your dogs stay here with me. I have a lovable, friendly 5-year-old Australian Labradoodle, Luca, that I spoil silly as I will with you pup as well. I have puppy training experience, raised Luca from 8 week, and took care of 13 yrs old dog for 3 months. My schedule is flexible so I can usually take on new dogs at a moment’s notice. I love taking pictures and videos of them so you will feel updated and can enjoy your time away knowing that you will have no worries. I’m working from home so most of my time will be caring your pup and Luca. Daycare drop off at 7:00-8:30 am and pickup hours are between 5-6 pm. Any time after 6 pm please let me know as soon as possible, and I can offer boarding or extended hours as well. I have unfenced yard, one dog crate, and playpen for puppies. For daycare and boarding, I will walk your dog 2 times a day, including 20-min walks in the morning and after dinner; will also do 2 potty breaks at noon and bed time.
“Victor always does a great job with my little Buddy. Sometimes I am nervous about how my dog might react around a new person, but Victor has been amazing and Buddy loves when he visits. Definitely recommend!”
“Allegra is the best with my dogs. She is responsible, great at quick communication, and truly treats my pups well when we need her to walk the. Or stay the night. We cant say enough nice things about Allegra.”
“Alisyn did a great job with Willis! Her feedback was helpful and it was nice to know he was being well taken care of. Alisyn worked with us on everything we needed. Highly recommend! We will be continuing to use her services.”
“Austin is fantastic! I love all of the pictures, updates, flexibility, and care he takes while walking Mazie! She always looks so happy and excited! Will recommend Austin to anyone and everyone!”
“Jennifer was fantastic! Both dogs loved having her walk them. Can’t thank Jennifer enough for giving the dogs the attention they needed while we were away from home for the day.”
About: I have experience working at Paw Pals taking care of cats and dogs. I have also raised and cared for hamsters, horses, birds and bunnys. I'm currently working part-time to only care for animals so I have plenty of time for your animals! Let me know when you need me and I will be there! They will get the time they need. ❤️ Your pet will have the whole downstairs to themselves and lots of play space. I have two friendly cats that are willing to be friends with your pets but they will be upstairs. There are multiple grassy areas to run around in around my condo and trails to walk your pet that will allow them to play in. Treats treats treats❣️
“Aliyah responded very quickly to my request for dog walking while I couldn't get my 2 large fur babies out. She was kind, quick to bond with them, lovely to chat with and although it was a splurge for me it definitely feels worth it. The dogs liked her immediately, which isn't always the case with our oldest, more shy Sheepadoodle. As I write this, they are spread out on the floor tired, so goal met. I'll definitely ask for Aliyah's help again.”
“Jordan is an amazing dog walker! My dog loves him. He is reliable and really considerate of the dog’s walking experience. He gets to know the dog and what the dog needs. Every time my dog returned she was calm, happy and had a big goofy grin on her face. We had difficult weather during the week he walked her and he was great about communicating with me to work around the weather and make sure she had a great walk. I highly recommend him!”
“We have a reactive dog that needs time, space and discipline. Sidney is very friendly, understanding and willing to work with us to make our pup comfortable. We are happy to book her again!”
About: I've taken care of dogs since I was 10. My family has a doodle and I grew up with him. I graduated last year and I started raising a golden retriever. Her name is Yumi and she is 8 months old now. She has a great personality and there is no dog she can not get along with! I worked at home on weekends and I'm mostly available on holidays. Weekday schedule depends on my research and class schedule. I'm pretty flexible and open to same-day reservations. I have a dog-proofed apartment. If you have a puppy who is not fully house-trained I will be able to take care of him/her. Dogs are allowed on couches and their beds.
About: Was the owner of a very well loved Labrador, Gauge and recently added Winnie to the family so plenty of experience with dogs. As a family of 6 we have lots of energy and love to help watch your pup. I work part-time outside the home and my spouse works at home full time so they will get plenty of attention during the day. Additionally my 3 kids love animals. I am flexible with what works best for your dog including more frequent walks, using a crate, special diet, or letting them use my home like any other guest.
About: Hello my name is Stephany Dos Santos and I have both baby sat and walked dogs for as long as I can remember. I have taken care of a wide range of dogs including Yorkshire, Gold Retriever, Mini Australian Shepherd, Poodle, Chihuahua , and etc. What you would love about me is that with my different experiences I could handle any dog because I treat them equally and also as if they were people. I am available any time of any day and to walk or sit your dog! I am a very funny and energetic individual which makes it easier for me to get along with dogs and run around with them. I would really love to be there when you need me most! Thank you for reading my profile and I hope to meet you! I currently work in a lab, and my schedule is pretty flexible than most other individuals. I am typically at work from between 2 to 4 hours a day. I have the flexibility to leave work whenever I need to and then if I needed to come back I could. Therefore if I am staying over And I see myself being at work for more than six hours a day, then I would just split my day and half and go home and walk or feed whichever animal I’m working with, then head back to work. I currently live in an apartment complex. It does allow animals. There is a large park by my complex, which, if there were a dog with me, I would take them there. In my apartment itself I have a lot of toys and it is a safe environment
About: Although I’m new to Rover, I bring several years of pet care experience for friends and family, both in-home and in my own. Since I don’t currently have a pet, I look forward to giving yours my full attention and care. I’m comfortable with both dogs and cats of all sizes and love giving them plenty of walks, playtime, and snuggles. With a flexible remote work schedule, I can provide consistent care during the day, evenings, and overnights. As an early riser, I enjoy starting mornings with a walk, and I make sure your pet receives lots of attention, exercise, and companionship any time of day. I provide loving care while making sure your pet’s routines are followed exactly as directed, from feeding schedules to walks and playtime, so they stay comfortable and safe. I’ll also share regular updates and photos, giving you peace of mind while you’re away.
“Michelle is great!! My dog is very shy and slow to warm up to people so I was worried about finding someone to walk him while we are at work but Michelle has been awesome!”
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Large dog specialists near you - Blackhawk
“We loved working with Kristin & Bruce! They asked a lot of great questions so we were extremely comfortable leaving our Delphi with them. They took great care of her! We would absolutely love to leave Delphi with them again.”
“Excellent! I really appreciated all the updates and photos from Stefanie. Great communication and flexible with drop off and pick up times. Will definitely use again in future.”
“Lindsay took great care of my dog, Taydo. Long walks, snoozes on her couch, and photos to keep me updated. I believe LIndsay to be completely trustworthy which is really important for a pet sitter.”
“Ryan and Martha took wonderful care of my dog. They treated her as a member of their family. They took her for walks and sent daily pictures. I will certainly ask them to care for Ella again when needed.”
“Michelle did a fantastic job watching our doggy James! Super friendly and very easy to work with and flexible around our schedule. Her and her family were a pleasure to meet and made the entire experience easy. We are very happy and will absolutely book with her again!”
“I would highly recommend Nicole. Her and her family where so great with Lacy. She keep me updated and had Lacy outside every day wish Lacy loves. I would definitely use Nicole in the future.”
“This was the first time my 6 now Boston and I were apart for multiple days. I knew immediately upon entering Lindsay’s home that it is a loving place. Her extensive experience with dogs is obvious. I appreciated the fact that Birdy would be exposed to other dogs, the outdoors and cuddles. Lindsay communicated appropriately: enough that I was confident Birdy was well but not so much that I was overly involved. YES! I highly recommend. We love Camp Lindsay. BEYOND THAT: my flight was cancelled for 3 days due to weather and Lindsay was flexible in fitting us in. Then, our return flight was delayed so I got back to town past bedtime. Lindsay was again cheerfully understanding. What a kind person!”
“Robert took great care of my dog, and I was greeted by a very happy pup and a wagging tail. He was very flexible and communicative. I really appreciated the care and attention he paid to my dog.”
“Neko came home exhausted so he must have had a wonderful time! Judd and Becky were so kind and worked well with us on a last minute request and we will absolutely use them again!”
“Maria Belen is better than we ever hoped for!! She took care of our puppy who requires a lot of work with love, patience and dedication. She was willing to take her even though she is still working on potty and crate training. She sent us tons of great updates, pictures and videos and took lots of time asking questions and getting to know our puppy’s routines and what would be best for her. Maria and her husband both cared for our 4 month old puppy like she was their own! They even gave us the sweetest present of a paw print picture! We would recommend them to everyone and pick them every time!”
“Stephanie was great! She was easy to work with, took fantastic care of our pup. Our girl wasn't sure she wanted to leave. She sent lots of pictures and provided a fun and active environment. Would highly recommend!”
“Jessica is the best sitter I have ever had on Rover!!! She took great care of my Mickey and provided lots of updates throughout each day. Will definitely book with her again, my dog had a great time with her and her dogs!!”
“This was our first time using Rover, and we could not be happier with the care Emily and her family gave our dog, Bob. It was clear from the start that he was in kind and attentive hands. Emily shared photos during our trip, which meant so much to us and gave us real peace of mind. Knowing Bob was happy and well cared for made it much easier to be away. We will absolutely use Emily again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for loving, reliable care for their pet.”
“Zhongshan was very kind and courteous. When we met he asked thoughtful questions that showed he really cares about my dogs comfort and happiness. He sent us photos every day with the dogs which I really appreciated.”
About: I’ve taken care of my family and friends pets since I was 12. I have experience with every size dog due to my experience in caring for the dogs in my neighborhood growing up, since then I’ve been the person my friends go to when they need someone to look after their pet. I’m currently working part time from home, so I have plenty of time to play and take care of your pets! My schedule is flexible and I make It each week depending on the pets I will take care of. I have a fenced in area for dogs to run around in right outside of my patio. There is plenty of room to run around and play here!
“Christina and Jeremy were so great with our doods! We had never left them outside of our house with anyone and they made them feel at home and loved. Great with communication and sending lots of pictures during their stay. Highly recommend!”
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