Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Westgate
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About: I've spent the last five years volunteering in Baltimore animal shelters as a dog walker, cat handler, and foster parent. Through this work, I've been trained by shelter staff to safely and confidently handle behavioral dogs, and I've also completed the Fear Free Shelters certification. Outside the shelter, I'm routinely trusted by friends and family for drop-in visits, walks, boarding, and doggy daycare. I'm experienced with administering oral medications, giving injections, and bathing pups of all sizes. I've been a dog parent for over a decade and currently share my home with two friendly, well-mannered senior dogs-one small and one large-who get along wonderfully with both canine and feline visitors. I’ve also grown up living with cats since the day I was born, so I’m comfortable and experienced with kitty companions as well. My experience, calm approach, and genuine love for animals help me give every pup and cat the safe, positive, and individualized care they deserve. I work from home, so your pet will have company and attention all day long. My schedule is flexible, and I'm happy to follow the routine your fur baby is used to so their day feels familiar and stress-free. My home is set up with your pet's comfort and safety in mind. I have a fully fenced yard for secure outdoor time, along with two calm, friendly senior dogs who provide gentle company. I'm also able to separate pets during meals, rest times, or whenever needed to ensure everyone feels comfortable and stress-free. We live in a quiet, low-traffic neighborhood-great for peaceful walks, whether your pup is a seasoned leash walker or still learning. I also keep extra supplies on hand, including bowls, beds, and a small/medium crate, so your pet can settle in easily without requiring you to pack much. My goal is to create a safe, relaxed environment where they can feel right at home.
About: Note: I live in downtown Baltimore but work in Arlington, VA so housesits in DC/Virginia are ideal. Hi! I’m Serena, a dependable and experienced pet sitter with over 10 years of experience caring for pets and homes. I grew up in a home full of cats and 1 dog and was a proud cat owner for many years. Since then, caring for other people’s pets has become something I truly enjoy. Friends, neighbors, and travelers regularly trust me to care for their pets while they’re away. I understand that pets are family, and I always work to make sure they feel comfortable, safe, and relaxed in their own environment. My clients often tell me they appreciate my communication while they’re away. I make sure to send regular updates, photos, and videos so you can see how your pets are doing and feel confident they’re in good hands. Outside of pet sitting, I’m an avid gardener with over 30 indoor plants and a vegetable garden. Because of this, I’m also very comfortable caring for plants and maintaining a home while you’re traveling. At the moment, I am available full-time some weekdays during the day as well as some weekends. Please send me your dates, and I will check my calendar. My Care Style My goal is to keep your pet’s routine as normal and stress-free as possible. During visits I focus on: • feeding and fresh water • litter box or bathroom breaks • playtime and attention • monitoring behavior and wellbeing • maintaining routines your pet is used to I’m also happy to help with small household tasks such as watering plants, bringing in mail, and keeping your home tidy while you’re away.
“Susan did a great job taking care of our two dogs while we were away. We felt totally confident in her ability to care for our pets. I highly recommend Susan for your pet care needs!”
“Amanda was an amazing cat sitter and so attention! She went above and beyond to make sure our two cats got pets, treats, and playtime. We will be booking her again!”
“Grateful to Tabitha for taking care of Luna and Oliver while we were out of town! Luna was happy for the company and both cats were well taken care of during the visit.”
“Arrived home to a very happy cat thanks to Fallon! I appreciated that she was able to come by ahead of time for a meet and greet and loved all the photos of my cat from her visit.”
“Mel was wonderful! She took great care of our kitties while we were away and helped us keep an eye on a potential house issue as well. Was quick to respond and a pleasure to work with. Will definitely be booking her again!”
“Sophie was amazing!! I have an 80lb lab that is pretty high energy with some medical needs. I booked Sophie for drop in visits for 4 days. Sophie was incredibly thorough in her preparation, attention to detail, and communication. She took my dog to the park everyday, sent multiple pictures, and was very intentional about making sure my dog did not get over-heated outside with the current heat wave. If you're looking for someone to treat your pup like they're a VIP at the Four Seasons, book Sophie!”
About: I have taken care of my own dogs and cats my entire life and cannot remember a time I didn't love them all. My cat is no longer with me but I still have dogs and would love to care for your pets as I currently do my own. I can handle big dogs and little dogs as well as am willing to clean out your cats litterboxes. I'm happy to tussle with big dogs and take naps with lap dogs anytime! I'm a college student looking for work over the breaks and any pet time over the semester as I'll be away from my own. I'm happy to work around my class schedule to be with your pets as much as possible. I have a mostly fenced yard with the only opening being the driveway but intend to do walks and keep pets leashed just for safety. My own home has two dogs that are great with other dogs, both of them being on the smaller side and great with people as well. When I'm up at school there will be no other pets up there and the space will be fully for your pets. I'm also able to do house sitting, walks, and drop-ins for your pets to make sure your pets are getting love and attention when you're away.
About: I've house sat my sisters 100 pounds saint bernard before for a couple days. My family had a black lab that lived to be 14 and I helped take care of him and we have a 4 year old German shepherd who we have had since he was a puppy. I am currently unemployed so I am available anytime during the week from Monday to Thursday to walk or watch your dog or dogs and I am always vigilant when watching pets. I have a small fenced in yard and I take my dog for a walk everyday at noon and I am always vigilant and make sure that dogs don't get into anything
“Alina did a fantastic job checking in on our 3 kitties! They were pretty leery of someone new in their house, but that didn’t stop her from trying to make friends with them. She followed all our recommendations. We will definitely book with Alina again!”
“Amanda is great! Always very responsive to messages and helpful. She provides a great, detailed overview of how my cat is doing for every visit, and goes above and beyond to play with her and make her feel comfortable. Would totally recommend!”
“Lauren did an amazing job looking after our senior kitty while we were away. She always kept us updated, was quick to respond to messages, and sent lots of cute photos every visit. She was very accommodating throughout the entire process and our minds were at ease knowing our cat was in good hands. I would definitely recommend her!”
“I feel like I left a review already but I don't see it so maybe I'm crazy. Anyway I have Samantha booked weekly to take my dog out. She is reliable and quick to respond, and very flexible, and great with my weird finicky dog.”
“Krystal was amazing with my little furbaby. He is a skittish one but Krystal was so good to him he warmed up to her easily. I loved all the adorable pictures and updates she sent to keep me from worrying about him. Krystal was just the best! Thank you!”
About: I have grown up around cats and dogs and I currently foster them, as well as volunteer as a cat adoption counselor at a rescue. This means I have dealt with animals of all kinds with different needs and personalities, and as a cat adoption counselor, I am familiar with cat behavior and how to make them feel most comfortable. I am currently a fourth year Penn State student with a relaxed schedule so I am free most of the day and have long breaks in between classes which I can dedicate to spending time with your pets! Every pet is different and if there are special care instructions, I’ll follow them very closely to make sure your pet feels safe and cared for just the way you’d do it. If no specific routine is provided, I like to start off gently and let the pet set the pace until we get to know each other better. Building trust is so important to me and I always take my time to make sure a pet feels comfortable and respected. I’ll treat your pet with the same patience and love I give my own pets and fosters and I’ll always follow your guidance since you know your pet best!
About: I've had pets all my life and I'm starting to care for others in addition to my own. I have experience caring for dogs with special needs, and of all different breeds and sizes. I currently work full time, I work 1 day remote at home and 4 days in the office. I will make plenty of time to be there for your fur baby though. I am very active, I go running, take long walks as well as hiking with my pup. He is very friendly with other dogs and loves to have company. Any special needs, diets or behaviors I will need to know in order keep your fur baby happy and comfortable.
“Sam is the only person that we trust to watch our dogs and he does such an excellent job each time. We've been using Sam for years and plan to continue to use him in the future.”
Westgate pet parents share their Rover experiences
Sophie is simply the best! She is very reliable and caring. We felt confident leaving our three cats in her care, especially our 15-year-old cat with dementia. During our trip, we knew our cats were in great hands. We are already looking forward to our next international vacation, knowing Sophie will take care of our beloved pets.
Kathryn was so sweet to my Baby Boy. He took right to her even though he tends to be shy. He did really well was I was gone and I attribute that all to Kathryn. She kept him company with lots of conversation and playtime. She was in constant communication either me the whole duration and I felt so comfortable having her with him. Would definitely love to have Kathryn watch Ollie again, anytime!
Mel did such an amazing job with my cats! One had to get teeth pulled the day before we left and she did a great job monitoring and following vet instructions. She even brought her own pill crusher when he struggled to be pulled. I could not have asked for a better and more communicative sitter. I will definitely be using her again
Samantha has watched our dog twice now and she is always so fantastic with Tahlee! She sent photos of Tahlee while I was out of town! Samantha was able to work with our schedule even with her weekend already being booked out! Absolutely recommend Samantha to house sit your pets!
Amanda was wonderful. Her thorough reports made me feel so comforted while I was away from home. I can tell my kitties loved her, because my little one doesn't come out for ANYONE except me, but Amanda was able to befriend her at the first drop in. Highly recommend.
Anna is for real, the best! Every time we need to leave our boys at home we ask her to watch them because we love her so much! She’s always on time, sends lots of pictures, and takes care of our furry guys like they were her own. We would pick Anna over any other pet sitter or kennel every time.
Susan is our go to. She’s basically our pets’ god mother 🤣. Not only is she a phenomenal pet sitter with cute pics and updates.. But her knowledge of animal behavior is impeccable. 100/10 recommend her to pet sit as well as training sessions. She’s been with us since we first brought our puppy home and has made such a positive impact on her behavior. I always tell my friends/family about her!❤️
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Westgate.
Rover makes it easy to find Westgate pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
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