dog sitter

Canine care provider

A dog sitter is a person who cares for someone's dog while the owner is away.

Unlike a dog walker, who provides brief outings, a dog sitter typically stays with the animal for extended periods—overnight or longer: We hired a dog sitter while we were on vacation.

The arrangement may involve staying at the owner's home or hosting the dog elsewhere.

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Opposites
care arrangement type

dog sitterkennel

Enclosure for hounds

boarding kennel · dog boarding · doggy daycare · pet hotel · animal shelter

role in the care relationship

dog sitterdog owner

One who keeps canines

client

animal type cared for

dog sittercat sitter

Temporary feline caretaker

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G