South Florida Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters

Having peace of mind that your fur babies are safe, entertained, and well cared for while you are at work or on vacation is a priority for responsible pet parents.  It can be difficult to trust strangers with your pets while you are away.  If you decide to hire a South Florida dog walker or pet sitter, be sure to arrange a meet and greet before you entrust your beloved pet to their care.  Read reviews to see how their clients rate them.  Reviews are provided on the dog walker/pet sitter networks listed below.  If you decide to hire a professional outside of a network, read their reviews on Google as opposed to the reviews on their site to avoid bias.  You should also verify that they are trained, insured, and bonded.  Below you will find a list of South Florida dog walkers and pet sitters to consider.

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker Networks

Pet sitter/dog walker networks have become quite popular over the last five years.  Pet parents find it very convenient to download a mobile app where they can browse through a large list of professionals to choose from.  The pet sitter profiles include a short bio, a photo, a list of specialties, services offered, a fee schedule, and reviews from past clients.  In most cases, networks require pet sitters to undergo a background check but read their guarantee closely to make sure.  The networks usually provide insurance coverage in case your pet is injured under the sitter’s care.  Be sure to research the network’s insurance policy to determine what will be covered if an incident does occur and read about their standard operating procedures for dealing with emergencies.

Most petcare network apps provide a wealth of information to put your mind at ease.  You will be notified when the sitter arrives and leaves so you know that your chosen professional is sticking to your pup’s schedule.  Most apps will have a GPS function so that you can track your fur baby’s route while he/she is being walked.  Pet sitters can also upload photos so you can see evidence that your pup is happy.  For greater convenience, you can schedule visits and even set up automatic payments.

If you are looking to hire a South Florida dog walker or pet sitter, the following networks are a good place to start:

• Rover.com is a site & mobile app that allows pet owners to locate freelance dog walkers, housesitters, and boarders.  Each provider has a profile page where pet owners can read a short bio and see reviews from past clients.  Providers that have undergone a background check will have a shield icon displayed on their profile.  Most providers will send progress reports and pictures to put pet parents at ease while they are away.  Service providers set their own fees so prices vary.
• Fetch Pet Care  Fetch Pet Care offers dog walking, pet sitting, overnight care, medical administration, and a pet taxi service.  Providers undergo a background check and are required to carry insurance.  The company offers a free meet and greet to ensure you and your fur baby are comfortable with the provider.  Pictures and notes are sent to pet owners so they know how each walk/pet-sitting session went.
• Care.com matches pet parents with local pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, and trainers.  Parents can access background check options and read reviews from past clients on caregiver profile pages.

Highly Rated South Florida Dog Walkers/Pet Sitters

Below you will find a list of South Florida dog walkers and pet sitters with good ratings.  Real-ativity is not associated with these businesses and we recommend that you do your due diligence to ensure that your pet will be in good hands.