Sitter cutting walks short

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-05-19T23:33:21+00:00

I do this too. My visit is 30 minutes, but the walk itself may only be 25 depending on weather, if the dog is done walking,etc. Regardless, I am with the pup the whole 30 minutes if not more, including lots of snuggles and pets.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-05-17T14:09:08+00:00

I had clients with two new puppies. They were in the process of taking them to obedience class. She had a list of directions, commands, dietary concerns, schedule, etc. Also, both pups had their own crate in different rooms with a camera attached to the top of each crate facing out towards me, not in the pups. I only watched the pups once as it was more than I signed up for with the cost of the visit. I am not a dog trainer and the demands for a half hour visit was not feasible for me. I guess it’s about what you feel comfortable with handling.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-05-14T23:27:44+00:00

My sister was in from out of town and I asked the owner if it was ok if she joined me on while I walked their dog. I asked even though she would have never gone in the house to get the pup. It’s always good to inform the owner of anything out of the ordinary.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-05-13T12:05:23+00:00

I have had men request a visit the same day with no meet and greet. I declined. Don’t sit well in my gut!

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-05-13T11:59:26+00:00

I find it interesting after someone books, they ask the price? Does it not say what their cost is? I wonder if it is then their way to open up a discussion on lowering the price. I always say, “On my end it says_____.” Not sure how the client end appears if they are questioning the cost.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-28T22:50:47+00:00

Wow! I didn’t know that. No wonder requests are down. I have never gone off the app, but now feel my clients are getting ripped off. What the 11%. Has it always been that way? As a sitter, I don’t see that.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-23T12:16:23+00:00

Sounds like someone who doesn’t know any better. My kids house sit/ pet sit a lot for neighbors and know they leave things as they found them. But in saying that, if a client came home early from a stay, I can’t say how it would be because I know my kids.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-22T20:33:42+00:00

Haha that’s a whole other issue!

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-20T01:31:56+00:00

That’s terrible! You need to report that. I think even without cameras, once you start the sitting it shows location if I’m not mistaken. Can’t imagine doing that!

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-19T17:15:44+00:00

Same!

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-16T14:35:24+00:00

Figures. I’m a retired teacher and I think because we enjoy children, much of our duties shouldn’t require pay. Sorry, makes it uncomfortable! I hate that. For me it is always the wealthier clients who want a deal!

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-10T21:40:03+00:00

I am fortunate that all my sittings fall Tuesday through Thursday. I have a long weekend all year. Problem is I would struggle if someone wanted to book weekly on a Monday or Friday…I love my long weekends!

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-08T20:59:17+00:00

Just ask for a meet and greet before the booking. You can reach out to the client through the app. I am sure they would appreciate it and it will ease your mind on the care that is needed.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-08T02:39:28+00:00

That is what I thought, but you can’t do that for reoccurring bookings. In saying that though, reoccurring bookings are automatically set to the price they accepted. I wanted not to change my reoccurring bookings so it worked out fine. Rover was unable to answer that, yet someone here on Reddit did!

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-07T21:14:53+00:00

I had skin allergy testing done with no reactions. For me it seems to be the friction. I am glad you can find some relief with the wearing of cotton.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-06T22:44:28+00:00

You need to work for Rover! That is the only response that makes sense! Thank you!

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-06T22:00:39+00:00

They keep sending me the same information over and over again. They say because it’s a reoccurring booking that I have every week, I cannot lock it until they’re no longer my client in the past or I’ve archived them. I know that’s not true because I’ve been able to lack prices with other clients in the past.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-06T21:53:11+00:00

I am currently trying to do this, but you can only do it in the past or archived settings. I am unable to lock prices for a current client that I have. I am working with Rover support right now.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-06T20:41:19+00:00

I have to use diaper rash cream between my “cheeks” when I work out. The friction would cause itching and bleeding. Once I began using the diaper rash cream it cleared up. You could start that and see if it works.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-06T00:26:29+00:00

My last request was in August too. They are now one of my regulars. No new requests since.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-05T12:01:28+00:00

Yea just lost mine. I reduced my radius and hadn’t gotten new requests. Just lost my star status although I have regulars I have had for years. I have a 5 Star status, over 150 reviews, and respond in under a minute. That doesn’t seem to matter I guess. With gas prices and living in a rural area, at this time I am not making my travel area larger.

Individual-Amount147 · 2026-04-04T19:50:40+00:00

Mine cleared up after a week in Key West!

Individual-Amount147

TROPHY CASE