Pet Sitting in Athens
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Top rated Athens pet sitters

“Thank you so much for taking caring of ski! You are so patient and have went above and beyond my expectations for a dog walker. Great communication, tons of updates & pictures, kind, and so tentative to my pup. I wouldn’t hesitate to book again for anything!”


“I highly recommend. Leah if you are looking for someone you can trust with you beloved pet. She did a drop in visit with our Golden Retriever, Sugar and sent pictures playing fetch by the pool. Sugar took to her immediately and I felt very comfortable leaving our sweet dog in her care. This is the first time trusting a new person with Sugar and I felt very confident after meeting Leah and seeing how she interacted with our baby. We will definitely use her in the future. Thanks Leah!”


“Sara has been looking over our bulldog Bellaire for drop in visits. Our dog is very complicated as a rescue that has a history of resource guarding, but that does not phase Sara. She is so patient with our girl and takes extra time to let her settle down for the rest of the day. Sara’s communication is excellent and makes you feel like your pup is in such safe hands. I highly recommend to book Sara for the care of your pup!”


“Lauren was an excellent pet sitter! She was kind, reliable, and incredibly communicative throughout the entire time. I loved getting regular updates and pictures of my pet, which really put me at ease. It was clear she treated my pet with so much care. I highly recommend her services and will definitely book her again.”


“Lara was fantastic! From the moment she did a meet-and-greet with my dog, Patch, she was incredibly thoughtful and asked great questions to ensure Patch received the best care. She was very communicative throughout and made the entire experience worry-free. I truly appreciated her attention to detail and how comfortable she made both me and Patch feel. I would absolutely trust Lara to care for Patch again!”

“Ashley is simply wonderful. She is quick to respond and a great communicator, confident in her interactions with pets, and wildly reliable. Look no further for a solution for a care with your animal. My Luna had the best time while I was away.”


“Jessica was fantastic through the entire process. As a first time Rover user, she couldn’t have made it easier. She was thoughtful and kind and I felt very comfortable leaving my fur babies in her care. The updates and photos of the kitties gave us peace of mind while we were away. Next time I leave town, I will definitely book with Jessica. Thank you so much!”


“This is our second time using Lauren and we will definitely be calling her again. She went above and beyond to take care of our new rescue who was terribly frightened of everyone and everything! She had to do a lot of cleaning and never once complained.”


“She is amazing!! Love that she came over to meet my dog before her scheduled drop in visits! She sends so many pictures and wonderful pictures!! Highly recommend! So glad I found her!!”


“Trust worthy enough to handle her own business but also I really appreciate how well my dog(and house) seem to have been treated. Would recommend”


“Jade was great! responded quickly and was a great help!!”


“Stephen did a great job in transporting my dog Wilkie to the vet health center. He came on time as agreed and communicated effectively throughout the job. He is also calm and composed and knows how to handle with a new dog. Definitely recommend him to take care of your pet.”


“Our two cats have not stopped raving about Linda since we returned from vacation! They really appreciated that she stopped by at the same time each evening to feed them dinner, refill water, scoop litter, and play/socialize. They enjoyed having their pictures taken and contributing to Linda's daily Rover report card. We were able to fully enjoy our vacation knowing that they were so well taken care of.”


About: From large to small, to young and old. I have also worked with dogs with trauma anxiety and medical needs. I am a dog lover and pet sitting is how I get my canine fix. I am a PhD student in Microbiology at UGA. I am early to rise and late to bed and moving the whole time in between. I am a runner and love to stay active so walks are never a problem. Pets are just like people in that they have individual needs. Some require more attention than others and I would try to treat them accordingly.

“Kerry was a great sitter! She took great care of our cat and made sure he was loved while my partner and I were away. I’d definitely recommend Kerry if you need a pet sitter!”


About: I don’t just show up—I take the time to understand each cat’s individual personality, preferences, and quirks. Whether that means respecting their need for space or engaging them with their favorite toy, I adapt my care to fit them. I also keep pet parents in the loop with updates and photos, so they feel confident and at ease while they’re away. My experience, reliability, and love for animals make me someone pets can trust—and someone owners can count on. I’m based in Athens, GA, for a majority of the summer, working part time. I’m most free in the evenings and morning before 9 a.m. When caring for pets, I focus on creating a calm, safe, and loving environment tailored to each animal’s unique needs. I stick closely to feeding and medication schedules, keep living spaces clean, and make sure pets get plenty of playtime, enrichment, and affection. For cats, that might mean quiet companionship and interactive toys; for dogs, it often means long walks, games, and plenty of exercise. I also communicate regularly with pet parents, providing updates and photos so they know their pets are happy and well cared for while they’re away.

About: As someone who has worked in childcare since the age of 15, I have ample experience with the dogs of the children I babysat. I inherently took on the responsibility of feeding the pets, taking them on walks, playing with them, etc. Also, I generally love going on scenic walks and would have no problem bringing your pup alongside me! I have experience with small dogs and medium sized dogs. Open to large dogs as well. I am available most days after my Monday-Friday job. On weeknights, I would prefer walks to be around 6 PM so your pup doesn't overheat, but i’m flexible of course. For weekends, I prefer the morning or around 6 PM, but again, i’m flexible. I do not plan on hosting pets in my home, simply because I have a cat myself and don’t want to cause stress for my own pet. However, in the client’s home, I would ensure a safe, secure, environment for the animal. I would be aware of my surroundings and follow the needs of the animal.

“Sierra is awesome. Did everything I asked her to do. My cat really liked her. I also really appreciate that she’s a vet tech. I was anxious about something concerning my cats dental health and Sierra helped talk me out of my anxiety. Sierra is def 10/10 pet sitter I’m definitely going to book her again”


“Emma was amazing - she was very communicative, and she even sent me 6 pictures of my dogs, which made me (the most anxious pet parent of all time) feel very confident and not worried at all :)”


About: I bring dedication and genuine love to every pet I care for. I will be focused on creating a safe, fun, and comfortable experience for all dogs. I will be living in Athens GA for the month of June and the fall semester starting in September. I am available on weekdays and limited weekends. I create safe, comfortable environments, follow instructions carefully, and maintain clear communication to ensure every pet feels secure, loved, and well cared for at all times.
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1. Daylin D.Star Sitter

“Thank you so much for taking caring of ski! You are so patient and have went above and beyond my expectations for a dog walker. Great communication, tons of updates & pictures, kind, and so tentative to my pup. I wouldn’t hesitate to book again for anything!”


2. Leah R.Star Sitter

“I highly recommend. Leah if you are looking for someone you can trust with you beloved pet. She did a drop in visit with our Golden Retriever, Sugar and sent pictures playing fetch by the pool. Sugar took to her immediately and I felt very comfortable leaving our sweet dog in her care. This is the first time trusting a new person with Sugar and I felt very confident after meeting Leah and seeing how she interacted with our baby. We will definitely use her in the future. Thanks Leah!”


3. Sara W.Star Sitter

“Sara has been looking over our bulldog Bellaire for drop in visits. Our dog is very complicated as a rescue that has a history of resource guarding, but that does not phase Sara. She is so patient with our girl and takes extra time to let her settle down for the rest of the day. Sara’s communication is excellent and makes you feel like your pup is in such safe hands. I highly recommend to book Sara for the care of your pup!”


4. Lauren S.Star Sitter

“Lauren was an excellent pet sitter! She was kind, reliable, and incredibly communicative throughout the entire time. I loved getting regular updates and pictures of my pet, which really put me at ease. It was clear she treated my pet with so much care. I highly recommend her services and will definitely book her again.”


5. Lara M.Star Sitter
“Lara was fantastic! From the moment she did a meet-and-greet with my dog, Patch, she was incredibly thoughtful and asked great questions to ensure Patch received the best care. She was very communicative throughout and made the entire experience worry-free. I truly appreciated her attention to detail and how comfortable she made both me and Patch feel. I would absolutely trust Lara to care for Patch again!”


6. Ashley M.Star Sitter

“Ashley is simply wonderful. She is quick to respond and a great communicator, confident in her interactions with pets, and wildly reliable. Look no further for a solution for a care with your animal. My Luna had the best time while I was away.”


7. Jessica W.


“Jessica was fantastic through the entire process. As a first time Rover user, she couldn’t have made it easier. She was thoughtful and kind and I felt very comfortable leaving my fur babies in her care. The updates and photos of the kitties gave us peace of mind while we were away. Next time I leave town, I will definitely book with Jessica. Thank you so much!”


8. Lauren T.

“This is our second time using Lauren and we will definitely be calling her again. She went above and beyond to take care of our new rescue who was terribly frightened of everyone and everything! She had to do a lot of cleaning and never once complained.”


9. Sabina H.

“She is amazing!! Love that she came over to meet my dog before her scheduled drop in visits! She sends so many pictures and wonderful pictures!! Highly recommend! So glad I found her!!”


10. Sophia R.Star Sitter

“Trust worthy enough to handle her own business but also I really appreciate how well my dog(and house) seem to have been treated. Would recommend”


11. Jade H.

“Jade was great! responded quickly and was a great help!!”


12. Stephen F.Star Sitter

“Stephen did a great job in transporting my dog Wilkie to the vet health center. He came on time as agreed and communicated effectively throughout the job. He is also calm and composed and knows how to handle with a new dog. Definitely recommend him to take care of your pet.”


13. Linda K.Star Sitter

“Our two cats have not stopped raving about Linda since we returned from vacation! They really appreciated that she stopped by at the same time each evening to feed them dinner, refill water, scoop litter, and play/socialize. They enjoyed having their pictures taken and contributing to Linda's daily Rover report card. We were able to fully enjoy our vacation knowing that they were so well taken care of.”


14. Hanna R.
“Hanna has been our catsitter for a while now. She is reliable and great with the “kids.” She sends photo updates and lets us know how things are going throughout the week. She is comfortable with the extra details like our alarm system, feeding the cats in separate rooms, and taking the trash bins out on trash day. We are lucky to have her.”


15. Kerry H.

“Kerry was a great sitter! She took great care of our cat and made sure he was loved while my partner and I were away. I’d definitely recommend Kerry if you need a pet sitter!”


16. Caroline N.
“I wholeheartedly recommend Caroline as a responsible and loving pet caregiver. She is attentive, kind, and genuinely devoted to the well-being of animals. Whether it's daily care or providing companionship, Caroline goes above and beyond to ensure pets feel safe, happy, and loved. Any pet would be lucky to have her! Caroline is our main caregiver to our beloved pet Ellie, she always stays in our home when we vacation abroad and we never have to worry.”


17. Zubaida A.
“Zubaida cares and loves for pets more than anyone. She provides support for their needs and spends quality time with pets to allow the pet to become more comfortable and relaxed/acclimated.”


18. Sierra R.
Star Sitter


“Sierra is awesome. Did everything I asked her to do. My cat really liked her. I also really appreciate that she’s a vet tech. I was anxious about something concerning my cats dental health and Sierra helped talk me out of my anxiety. Sierra is def 10/10 pet sitter I’m definitely going to book her again”


19. Emma A.

“Emma was amazing - she was very communicative, and she even sent me 6 pictures of my dogs, which made me (the most anxious pet parent of all time) feel very confident and not worried at all :)”


20. Brennan A.
“Brennan is an excellent pet caretaker, she is extremely reliable and very sweet. She went above and beyond for me and my sweet Chopstick. Thank you Brennan!”
Over 1,085 pet parents in Athens have booked pet sitting
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Athens is $19
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Sitters in Athens average 8 repeat pet sitting clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
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 2025 was about $19 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 2025, there are 144 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, 90% of Athens pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Athens have an average of 11 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 144 pet sitters in Athens on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Athens, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.
