Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Academy, Saint Louis, MO
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1. Brooke E.
“Brooke goes above and beyond!! I got back on rover after a few years and Brooke was fantastic with my puppy dog and put me right at ease! She has great communication and is very quick to respond—highly recommended!!”
2. Izzy Y.
“Izzy was so sweet and attentive to our kitties! She updated us on them everyday and took such good care of them! Normally one of our cats does not like strangers at all and will hide the entire time, but she warmed up to Izzy fast! We will definitely rebook Izzy for any future trips!”
3. Alyssa S.
“Alyssa was very responsive and attentive! She even reached out to change drop-in dates to make sure she could see my cat before a big storm while I was traveling. Would highly recommend to any pet parents!”
4. Natalee C.
“Natalee always does a great job. This time she was observamt and noticed some health issues with our cat. This helped us to promptly respond and get him the care he needed. Thank you Natalee!”
5. Katie M.
“Katie was excellent with Melvin, on time for all check-ins and he seemed to enjoy her company!”
6. Danielle P.
“Danielle was absolutely amazing! Our boys 🐶 were beyond well taken care of. We loved our daily updates and photos. We could tell our dogs were comfortable and loved while we were gone. Highly recommend and we will definitely be a returning client!”
7. Mackenzie O.
“She was amazing! Took great care of my kitties (one being an elder with some health/med needs) and gave me so many updates. Felt like they were well taken care of while I was gone for a week.”
8. Emily M.
“Emily was amazing!! She was super communicative and dependable. It was great knowing that Houdini was being taken care of by someone who would make her feel comfortable and safe. Will book again!”
9. Abby M.
“Abby took great care of my cat Lewis. She sent pictures after every check in, which gave me so much comfort seeing he was okay while I was gone. Highly recommend!”
10. Nicole S.
“Nicole was amazing and our dogs seem to really like her! So glad to have someone kind and trustworthy to take care of our dogs.”
11. Gabi S.
“Gabi was really great. Ike needed some oral meds and special care after surgery and Gabi was able to care for him without any problems. She kept me up to date with his condition. Ike seemed very happy and energetic when I returned.”
12. David R.
“David was a godsend for checking in on my Perry on Christmas Eve. I'm sure Perry enjoyed his visit especially the one on one attention. I would definitely recommend David and would hire him again when the opportunity arises.”
13. Yuliya K.
About: I am a student with free time and a love for animals! I’ve taken care of rodents, cats, dogs since I was a teen and I currently have 3 cats of my own. I love getting to know each animal’s unique personality and helping them feel comfortable. I am comfortable giving medications (one of my cats has special needs) and/or following other specific instructions. Please reach out with any questions! I have a flexible schedule, but sometimes limited during the day based on classes, almost always free on weekends. Please reach out with specific inquiry! I live in a two bedroom apartment with 3 of my own cats. The building hallways are indoors, no risk of your pet running out into the street.
14. Jessica C.
“Jessica is amazing and went above and beyond to take care of my two 100lb+ Pit Bulls for a week. We did an initial meet and greet prior to me going on vacation and she spent a good amount of time getting to know the boys and me, as well as familiarize herself with their routine and the layout of the home she would be taking care of them in. She was thorough and very attentive to them by playing with them and giving them lots of hugs, which in turn made them fall in love with her. While I was gone, she took them on walks up and made sure they had the time they needed to get in their bathroom breaks in (even if it took a long time), run around the yard, get hugs, and be calm. She did this even if it exceeded the time limit I had set for her drop-in visits. That’s how much she loves dogs and cares about their well-being and happiness. I never had a single doubt in my ability to trust Jessica, with the boys or in my home. They were exceptionally emotional and anxious the day I left and Jessica stayed with them, cuddling and hanging out with them on the sofa all night. She is an incredible person and dog lover and I would 110% use her again and refer her to everyone who wants reliable and loving care in a heartbeat. Her level of care made it possible for me to take my vacation in peace and trust and for that, I am eternally grateful.”
15. Tamara P.
“Tamara has been terrific with our rottie puppy, Ruby. She’s super reliable and takes gorgeous pics of our pup. We are lucky to have her help!”
16. Margaret R.
“Margaret has watched my dog Steve 3 times now and Steve just loves her! It makes me feel so much better going to work knowing that she’s gonna go love on him! I highly recommend her!”
17. Swetha U.
“Swetha was absolutely wonderful. She quickly stepped in after I had a stressful last-minute cancellation from another rover sitter and took excellent care of my two cats while I was away for 2 weeks. She always provided detailed updates during each drop-in and went above and beyond handling a minor incident my cats managed to get themselves into. It was very clear she cared for them like they were her own. Would recommend her 100%!”
18. Megan N.
“Megan is amazing! She was very accommodating and flexible! Fast response time and my dog Ruby loves her! I would highly recommend Megan and we will definately be having her over again!”
19. Lindsey M.
“All I can say is amazung”
20. Makenzie H.
“Makenzie was amazing! Our cats absolutely loved her, even our shy cat who hates strangers. Makenzie really took her time to play and keep the cats company. I could really tell she cared for them and it put me at ease knowing they were being taken care of by someone like her. She was very communicative and easy to coordinate with. Would 100% have her check in on them in the future! Can’t recommend her enough.”
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Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Academy on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 343 pet sitters in Academy. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 88% of Academy pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Academy have an average of 17 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Academy.
Rover makes it easy to find Academy pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 343 pet sitters in Academy on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Academy, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 96% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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