Rover is an online marketplace that connects pet owners with local and trusted dog sitters, walkers, and other pet care providers.
Rover was founded in 2011 in Seattle, Washington by Greg Gottesman and Aaron Easterly.
The company started as a dog-walking service and later expanded to include dog boarding, house sitting, and doggy day care.
In 2017, Rover acquired DogVacay, a competitor in the pet-sitting industry.
As of 2021, Rover operates in over 14,000 cities worldwide and has more than 500,000 pet care providers registered on its platform.
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Dog owners can book trusted and experienced dog sitters through the Rover platform to take care of their pets while they're away.
Rover offers on-demand dog walking services provided by local, background-checked dog walkers.
Pet owners can book house sitters through Rover to take care of their pets and their homes while they're away.
Rover verifies the identity of its pet sitters through ID checks, background checks, and social media verification. They also offer a Rover Guarantee for added peace of mind.
In addition to dogs, Rover also offers pet care services for cats, birds, rabbits, and other animals. You can specify the type of pet you have when searching for a provider.
The cost of pet care services on Rover varies depending on the type of service, location, and individual provider. Prices can range from $15 to $80 per night for boarding, and $10 to $30 for dog walking.
To book a pet care provider on Rover, users can search for providers in their area, read reviews and ratings, and message the provider to set up a meet and greet. Once you've found the right fit, you can book and pay for the service through the Rover platform.
Rover offers a Rover Guarantee, which covers certain costs related to injury or illness that occurs during a booking. Pet owners should contact Rover support as soon as possible if something happens to their pet while in the care of a Rover provider.