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dog-sitter

British  

noun

  1. a person who looks after a dog while its owner is away

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She had worked as a dog-sitter during her studies and my dog, Roman, had spent countless days at her house, often on her bed.

From BBC

It was our housesitter — well, dog-sitter; our house can take care of itself — who texted us with the news.

From Washington Post

Keaton’s zaniness is balanced by Taylour Paige’s authenticity as Carla, whose friendship is nearly unflappable, and Dustin Milligan as Mack’s neighbor, dog-sitter and presumptive love interest, Jack.

From New York Times

“And dog-sitter,” Reggie added as he let Freebie kiss his cheek.

From Literature

Reggie didn't flinch at their instructions, but he did convince them to leave Freebie behind with the hotel manager, who promised to find a dog-sitter.

From Literature