Pet Sitting in Athens
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Top rated Athens pet sitters
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“Savannah was amazing! She was very personable with me and took great care of my babies. She left a hand written note which was such a nice touch. 10/10 will use her again!”
“Danielle was great! We have an extra large dog and she was amazing with her. She kept us updated/informed and took great care of our pup during the drop-ins & walk around the neighborhood. I never worried about her while we were gone. Would definitely recommend her for your animals and we will book Danielle again the future!”
“Mako did a great job caring for our two cats and two guinea pigs! She was very diligent and took notes during our meet and greet as not to forget anything. She was very communicative and we didn’t have any worries about our pets while we were gone. We will definitely book her again in the future!”
“Rebekah did a great job dropping in on our pups while we were away! They loved her as soon as they met her! She is very responsible and trustworthy! We will definitely use her again when traveling!”
About: I’ve taken care of all kinds of animals since I was around 12 years old. I started with watching animals in my neighborhood and have started staying at houses while families are on vacation. I’m currently in school and my class times make me available for most of the day, so I can spend a lot of time with your pets! I’m available to pet sit overnight any day of the week. I have a flexible schedule, so I can make any routine for your animals work! I love all animals so they will get a lot of love while you’re away.
About: I’ve been walking dogs and dog sitting for family and friends since I was 10. I am a certified veterinary assistant and have experience in the clinic. I have been held responsible for walking, feeding, watering, and grooming pets in the past. I am currently working in the er 2-3 days a week. I work 12 hour shifts and will put unavailable unless the client approves me checking in before and after work. I am a college student but my classes are online so I am easily flexible and can complete my school anytime and anywhere. When pet sitting I like to stick to a routine the dog is familiar with as it is already stressful for them when their family is gone. I will play with them and take them on walks if that is something your dog enjoys.
“Ben and Savannah did an excellent job taking care of our dogs when we were gone for a week. They are very reliable, dependable, and I have already booked them for another trip we have coming up.”
About: I have had dogs all my life and cats growing up. Currently have 3 dogs of my own. I often take care of friend's cat's while they are away. I work Monday through Friday 8-430 but have time and breaks to drop in before, during and after work. I am generally free on weekends also. I will stop by and do the required/requested pet tending to tasks. Feed, water, play. Whatever is needed. Empty little boxes and/or walk dogs.
About: I have had pets all my life. In high school I started volunteering at an animal rescue shelter. I have been involved with animals in some capacity ever since. I am currently unemployed so I have all the time in the world to take care of your pets! I am happy to talk about what car is needed and will work with you to make sure they get the care they need I do not offer to take care of animals in my home as I have two cats and a wife that works from home occasionally. However I am happy to take care of them in yours
“Nyah was on time and took great care of our dog squad. She must have tired them out pretty good because when I got home they were happy but not the usual spastic insane maniacs that I expected. I will look for her next I need a Rover.”
“Bailey was available at the last minute and was able to step in and take care of our 3 dogs which really helped us out. Our dogs were well taken care of and were very happy with her! She communicated well and sent us pictures. Highly recommend her!”
“Jennifer is wonderful! I have two older cats that require medication (insulin shot and thyroid ear medication) twice a day at pretty specific times. So I need a prompt and reliable sitter and Jennifer was definitely all of that! She arrived early, took care of all the medication, feeding and litter scooping. She has a great personality and is obviously very good with all pets. I definitely will be using her again for my crew! I Highly recommend her!”
About: Being a past owner of a beautiful border collie mix (the pup in my profile) my skills for high energy dogs and keeping up with their schedules became a necessary skill. I love animals in general, but dogs have captivated my heart. I do well with timid, aggressive, and let's be honest stubborn dogs. I love being outside and walking around town with an adorable dog on my side. This is so I can get some puppy love back in my life and help you with spoiling and exercising your fur baby when your schedules get a little busy. I'm looking to get more experience caring for others' animals to maybe someday extend just a service into an actual business. I want your animal to be treated on the same level as you would be treated checking and staying at a hotel. I know how important an animal is to a house hold, and how as much as we would love to stay and play all day life calls. Let me keep your mind at ease when it comes to your 4 legged family member. I am a Stay at Home Mom. I am up before the sun and find myself finding places to walk with my little one. Somedays we go adventuring with our German Shepard or just enjoy playing with him in our backyard. Weekends we spend in town with our family. Not many days where we are not too far from Madison or Huntsville. I have two cats and a German Shepard so coming to your pets' comfort place is the best means of me taking care of your animals.
About: hi! my name is jaylyn! I have always had dogs and one cat growing up so i am a huge animal lover. i got my first pet, a dog, when i was in middle school and have had pets every since. I have personally trained all of my dogs growing up, and i love animals almost more than people ;) i love animals very much and love a good cuddler! i really want to spread my love and joy of animals while taking care of others precious babies! i am very flexible and any service i am willing to tweak in whatever way works for both of us. life is crazy and times are hard..so i am very open to anything that might be needed! I currently work a full-time job but i do get days off which gives me time to take care of your babies. i am almost always free on weekends! i can crate your pet if that is needed, no yard but plenty of dogs parks to let them run around and roam which is fenced.
Over 267 pet parents in Athens have booked pet sitting
Athens pet parents share their Rover experiences
I absolutely love Alyssa! She is not only a great dog walker that ensures our Princeton stays exercised and is always on time and communicates thoroughly, she also helped us with getting his over excited energy issues we were having. She gave us great feedback that helped how we dealt with him as well and has definitely felt like a great addition in our fur-baby’s life. She is well educated, communicates efficiently, and is flexible enough to ensure we’re comfortable with her and she’s comfortable with us! 100% recommend. Look no further than the Athens dog whisperer! lol 😂
Tina is such a great sitter! Upon meeting her she was warm and friendly. She took our Rosey for a walk and made sure she was fed on time. She even let Rosey sleep in her lap. When we returned home Rosey was relaxed and calm. Tina did a great job and we highly recommend her!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Athens is $20
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Sitters in Athens average 7 repeat pet sitting clients
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Athens on Rover as of Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 156 pet sitters in Athens. 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 Athens pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 Athens.
Rover makes it easy to find Athens 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 156 pet sitters in Athens on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened 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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