Pet Sitting Wellington
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About: Hi! I’m Tamara, and if your pet stays with me, they’ll be treated like family from the moment they walk through the door. ❤️ I’ve always had a soft spot for animals, and getting to care for them honestly doesn’t feel like work to me. Every pet has their own little personality, routines, and quirks, and I love getting to know what makes each one happy. Whether your dog loves long walks, endless games of fetch, or would rather spend the day snuggled up on the couch, I’m happy to meet them where they’re most comfortable. When you’re away, my goal is to make your pet feel as safe, loved, and stress-free as possible. I stick closely to their normal routine, follow every instruction carefully, and make sure they get plenty of attention, affection, playtime, and exercise based on their individual needs. I also know how hard it can be to leave your pet with someone else. That’s why I send lots of photo updates and messages throughout their stay so you never have to wonder how they’re doing. I want you to feel like you’re right there with them. Whether I’m caring for your pet in my home or yours, their safety, happiness, and comfort always come first. I pay close attention to their behavior, make sure they have a clean and cozy environment, and treat them with the same love and patience I’d want for my own pets. I’d love the opportunity to meet you and your furry family member, and I hope to become someone you can count on whenever you need a trusted sitter!! I’m fortunate to have a flexible schedule and spend most of my time at home, which allows me to dedicate plenty of time and attention to the pets I care for. Whether we’re out for a walk, playing, or simply relaxing together, I love making sure every pet feels happy, comfortable, and cared for throughout the day. Since I’m home often, I’m also able to provide companionship and make sure pets aren’t left alone for long periods of time while their owners are away! Safety starts with understanding each pet as an individual. Before caring for a new pet, I take the time to learn their routine, personality, comfort level, and any important details from their owner. Knowing what is normal for each pet helps me provide better care and recognize when something may be different. In my home, I provide a calm and comfortable environment where pets can relax, play, and receive plenty of attention throughout the day. I have a large fenced yard with plenty of space for supervised outdoor time, play, and enrichment while still making sure each pet’s safety comes first. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I treat their space with the same respect I would want for my own. I keep their routine consistent, follow instructions carefully, and make sure they feel comfortable in their familiar environment. I believe good pet care is about being attentive, patient, and proactive. I pay attention to changes in behavior, energy levels, eating habits, and overall well-being, and I keep owners updated so they always feel connected and informed!
About: I’ve grown up around dogs and have several years of experience caring for pets for friends, neighbors, and family. I’m comfortable with dogs of different sizes and personalities, and I focus on making sure they feel safe, exercised, and loved while their owners are away. I can help with walks, feeding, playtime, basic training reinforcement, and keeping pets on their usual routine. I’m attentive, patient, and treat every pet as if they were my own. I’m currently a full-time nursing student, which allows me to have a flexible schedule for pet care. I’m available for drop ins, walks, and visits throughout the week depending on my class schedule, and I’m often available in the mornings, evenings, and weekends. I enjoy spending time with animals as a way to relax outside of studying. I always prioritize your pet’s safety, comfort, and routine while you’re away. I carefully follow feeding schedules, medication instructions, and any special care your pet may need. I’m attentive, patient, and make sure pets feel comfortable in their own environment. I’ll also keep you updated with messages and photos so you know your pet is safe and well cared for.
“Franklin is THE best! He took such great care of our dogs while we were out of town! They had so much fun and we felt so grateful for al the time and effort he put in to helping our pups!! Would definitely recommend!!”
“Theresa is the perfect attentive sitter with excellent communication skills; you can tell she is a true dog lover. Rover & Velvet just love her; we have found our person that we trust with our beloved pups.”
“Debbie was great! I loved the check in notification and photos of my dogs every time she visited. I know my dogs were in good hands when we were gone for a long weekend.”
About: As a mother of five grown children and a devoted dog owner, I have spent much of my life caring for others with patience, kindness, and responsibility. In addition to caring for my own pets, I have often helped friends by looking after their pets when they were away or in need of extra support. Through these experiences, I have learned that every pet has its own unique personality, routine, and needs, and I take the time to understand and adapt to each one. I genuinely enjoy spending time with animals and understand the importance of providing them with love, attention, and a sense of security. Now that my children are grown, I am excited to dedicate my time to helping other families by caring for their pets as if they were my own. I'm currently not working, which allows me to provide plenty of companionship, attention, and flexibility for the pets in my care. Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine, and I enjoy having animals as part of my day. I'm able to provide regular potty breaks, feeding on schedule, playtime, walks, and lots of affection while also respecting each pet's individual personality and needs. I understand that consistency helps pets feel safe and comfortable, and I'm committed to creating a calm, loving environment where they feel at home. I provide a safe, loving, and comfortable environment where pets can feel relaxed and cared for. My home is also fully fenced in and neighborhood is pet friendly. In my home, l maintain a calm routine with plenty of attention, affection, playtime, and regular potty breaks. I understand that every pet has their own personality and needs, so I follow each owner's instructions regarding feeding schedules, medications, exercise, and daily routines.
“Pam did an incredible job taking care of my dog. Her genuine love and connection with animals were evident from the start, and it was clear that my dog was in great hands. I especially appreciated the photos she sent regularly; it was so comforting to see how happy my dog was with her. Pam even went beyond her duties by taking in the mail and handling the trash—things I never expected but truly appreciated. I highly recommend Pam to anyone looking for a compassionate and responsible pet sitter.”
“Adriana was wonderful! She was able to help us out with short notice and did a great job. Adriana was a pleasure to communicate with and took very good care of our dog. We came home to a very happy pup!”
“Alexandra is an absolute life saver. My ferret sitter canceled while we were on the road to out trip away. I was panicking because I had this trip booked weeks in advance. She stepped up and helped me out right away. She has been a Godsend . Has loved on my furbabies and my kitty. I cannot say enough thank yous and HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!! Thank you Alexandra will be asking you again on our next trips if you are available!!”
“Tracy was amazing caring for our two cats, one which is very needy and she took great care of him!!! So happy to have her here and sending the most adorable pics and notes of her visit.... I highly recommend Tracy!! She's a doll! Thankful! Thanks 🙏🏼”
“Bri absolutely saved us. She stepped in last minute to watch our dogs while we were away and was fantastic from start to finish. Communication was easy and reassuring, she was reliable, and it was clear our dogs were well cared for and comfortable the whole time. Coming home to happy pups made all the difference. We’re incredibly grateful and would trust Bri again in a heartbeat.”
“Ashley was always prompt and Winter was always waiting for her. I felt so comfortable not having to worry about Winter while I was away.I hope she is available so I can book her for my trip in July.”
About: I’ve been caring for dogs for years and genuinely love being around animals of all personalities and energy levels. I’m reliable, attentive, and make sure every pet feels safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away. I’m experienced with feeding routines, walks, playtime, and keeping pets on their normal schedule. Whether your dog is energetic and playful or calm and needs extra patience, I adjust to their needs. I also provide regular updates, photos, and quick communication so you always feel at ease. Your pet will be treated like family with me! My evenings are completely open, so I have plenty of time to give your dog attention, play, and care. During the week, I’m available for select times and can be flexible depending on your needs. I’m reliable and make sure your pet gets consistent care and attention. Your pet’s safety and comfort are always my priority. I have my own Frenchie at home who keeps me young and active, so I’m ready for tons of play time. I’m attentive, patient, and make sure every dog feels secure and cared for. I follow any routines you provide and can crate if needed.
About: I have grown up in a household with 4 dogs and 3 cats, so I have experience with dogs of all sizes as and ages. I am currently an online college student, so I have a very flexible schedule that will make it easy for me to accommodate to your needs. I am easily able to follow any specific instructions that are given, in order to prioritize and ensure the safety and environment of your pet!
“Beatrice was wonderful. She took excellent care of my cats and sent an update with every visit. I had a peaceful vacation knowing my babies were well cared for. As it was my first time using someone from Rover, I am very pleased and will hopefully be able to book Beatrice again in the future.”
About: I have extensive experience caring for pets with different temperaments and needs. Im patient, reliable, and detail-oriented, making sure every pet receives consistent routines, daily affection, and a safe, clean environment. I work as a teacher, so my days are structured, but after 4pm I'm completely available for your pet. My afternoons and evenings are dedicated to walks, cuddles and keeping your furry one comfortable and happy. I care for pets as if they were my own. I maintain a safe, tidy environment, follow feeding and walking routines exactly, and pay attention to each pets comfort. In your home I make sure they feel loved, protected, and fully at ease.
About: I have watched several different breeds from all age ranges. Some have needed special foods, medication, and routines that I have accommodated for. I have taken care of small to large sized dogs. For cats I have a history of taking care of them. I work part time so I have availability. I can let them out to walk every 4-5 hours, can mostly fit my schedule to your needs. I provide pets with fresh food and water, regular exercise and playtime, a clean and safe environment, and plenty of attention. In a client’s home I follow their care instructions closely, including schedules, medication, walks, litter box or cage cleaning. Overall just keeping the pet comfortable when boarding or doing a drop-in visit. As for just walking I like to keep the dog leashed, give them 20-30 minutes of exercise, or longer like 45 for more high energy dogs.
“Very punctual and so patient with my dogs. Thank you for gradually gaining the girls’ trust and being able to bond with them. And also thank you for the other miscellaneous house tasks. Haha. 👍🏼 Five stars!!!”
About: I have worked with and been around all kinds of pets my entire life. I have owned many different kinds of dogs including high energy breeds. My father uses cocker spaniels, brittanys, and labradors to hunt. When he wasn't hunting with them, I trained and took care of them. We even bred out labradors. I also have a good amount of experience with cats and a great deal of experience with horses. I know horses have nothing to do with this, BUT if I can take care of a half ton heard animal I can definitely handle your high energy doodle! At the moment, I am very free to take care of your pet everyday. Once a day tues-sun i have to go to the barn to ride my horses. I wont be gone more than 4 hours to do that. My days will get busier around fall and I am occasionally away at horse shows. I live in a cozy yet spacious apartment. Kept organized and clean. Perfect for cats or the mild energy dog. I dont have a fenced yard so if your dog needs free range that is something i cant provide day to day. But I can always bring them to dog parks or sniff spots if that is something you would like. I can provide twice daily walks or more if needed. *********IMPORTANT: My dog (Luca) is susceptible to parasites, especially giardia. He is on preventative and has all his vaccinations , but I cannot allow or take on UNVACCINATED or UNPROTECTED pets. I can’t take a dog that is showing any signs or symptoms of a parasite or other illness. If your dog is vomiting or has loose stool and diarrhea, please contact your vet because they could be a great danger to others they may encounter. Please make sure your dog is perfectly healthy before requesting any kind of boarding. Please be responsible, truthful, and honorable when booking sitting or boarding for your dog. Thank you! ***********
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Wellington is $22
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Wellington
This is the first time we were entrusting someone new to pet sit for Fawn-z. I instinctively chose Crystal from the profiles on the website. When she came to our house for a meet and greet Fawn-z responded favorably to her. He chose her after Fawn-z met 3 pet sitters from other companies. Crystal had a tall order to get used to Fawn-z's routine and the other little things for his comfort and well being. She really stepped up to the plate to accommodate my anxiety leaving "our boy" with someone new for 11 days. Crystal took 75 photos in 11 days! It gave us a story of how Fawn-z was responding to Crystal. He looked calm and so content. He even licked her hand and he never does that to anyone except to me! Amazing! We were pleased to see the way Crystal approached Fawn-z on the first day when he hid under my bed. When we got home Fawn-z looked well fed and in happy spirits. That's a positive testimony of Crystal's care for him. As well, it was obvious that Crystal did well in administering his medication twice a day. I set up a written schedule for Crystal, which I thought would be helpful given it was her first time taking care of Fawn-z. She duly initialed the tasks voluntarily after each one was completed. I didn't even ask her to do that. The bonus, Crystal kept our house as impeccable as it was when we left. We are thrilled that Fawn-z and Crystal bonded. She made the whole new process easy for us. Thank you Crystal for being diligent with Fawn-z and patient with me. What a great match. Fawn-z will see you again on August 5, 2026.
Debbie was amazing! From our first initial contact, she was always responsive & kind! To trust someone with the care of your fur-babies when you are traveling can feel overwhelming. However, Debbie’s kind & sweet daily messages while we were gone made me realize we had found the best person to care & love our pets! She did everything I instructed & went above & beyond to make sure all our pets felt loved and cared for at each check-in. I would recommend Debbie to anyone & will definitely use her again in the future!
I cannot recommend Joanne highly enough. She has been incredibly reliable, caring, and attentive with my dog. Her professionalism, punctuality, and genuine love for animals gave me complete peace of mind. I always know my dog was safe, happy, and well cared for in her hands.
As always, Taylor was excellent with my two fur babies, even if one of them never came out from under the bed. The other one was always out and about and very much appreciated the extra love! When the litter-robot broke down, Taylor was in chat with me trying to get it working again, even tho I was half-way across the world. Extra kudos for going the extra mile!
Amanda was AMAZING with our cat! She was our savior last minute! She provided us with great photos, report card and communicated efficiently! She takes care of pets like they are her own! We felt at ease and never once had a doubt or drop of anxiety that lot of pet parents feel! Thank you Amanda!
Katie did a fantastic job caring for our two dogs. She was 100% reliable, prompt, and followed all of our instructions “to a T”. But most importantly, the dogs absolutely loved her — and that is saying a lot because they are both rescues (of course!) and our boy is actually very fearful and timid around new people. It was clear from the first meeting that Katie knows how to read canine body language and win over even scared or wary dogs. I felt totally comfortable leaving my babies in her capable hands, and she did not disappoint. She also assisted with the senior paraplegic foster dog we were caring for at the time of her visits, and was very capable of helping him to stand up and go potty using his special back-end lift harness, which can be a challenge for some people to get used to. In general, Katie went above and beyond and was super flexible and willing to accommodate our somewhat unusual needs. I wholeheartedly recommend her, as a loving, gentle, responsible and fully competent caretaker for dogs or cats of all ages, temperaments, and sizes. This is the pet sitter you want when only the best will do for your beloved four-legged family members!!
We used Kristine for the first time yesterday and could not be more pleased! She was punctual and very good with our dogs and was even kind enough to send us a picture of them doing well. I would highly recommend her to anyone wishing that their fur babies are taken such good care of!
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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Wellington on Rover is $22.2 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of July 2026, there are 4,323 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Wellington. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.
Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Wellington stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.
Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.
If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Wellington. On Rover:
- 93% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 98% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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