Pet Sitting in Athens
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Top rated Athens pet sitters
“Very thankful for Ashley over the thanksgiving holiday week! While out of town for vacation, I had Archie with my neighbor. He needed a trip to the vet and my neighbor didn’t have her car. Ashley dropped everything and came over within a few hours to run him over. She was polite and professional, even under the awkward circumstances. Haha! Will consider her again in the future!”
“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”
“I was really nervous about using Rover for the first time, but I'm so glad I did, because Emma took amazing care of our two dogs while we were out of town. She kept us updated and sent lots of pictures, and our boys were so happy. Emma will be at the top of our list the next time we need someone to take care of our pets for us.”
“Erica has been great to my cat, Angelina! She sends daily pictures and updates. In advance, she met Angelina to see if she’d be comfortable with her. During the cold weather, Erica was also conscientious of ensuring my heat was on for Angelina.”
“Emory did great with all four of our pets. She was responsive and caring. She sent frequent updates, which gave us great peace of mind. She was flexible and accommodating to add an extra visit at our request. We would definitely work with Emory again! we know our pets would love having her back.”
“Sophia was fantastic!! This was my first time using her, and she was so sweet, very punctual, and took great care of our cats. I will definitely be using her in the future, and am so happy to have found a trustworthy person to care for our pets!”
“Destinee was amazing! Took great care of our cat while we were away. I already have her booked for the next time we’re out of town. She even spent more time than requested with him during her visits. 10/10 sitter!”
“Olivia looked after our 2 dogs and she was always on time for walks and feeding.. I had pictures of my dogs every single day on how they were do.I would definitely use Olivia again. Olivia was quickly to respond to any phone calls or texts that I sent. Great person to watch your babies”
“Morgan was amazing! She sent lots of photos as well as a recap paragraph every day. She was super responsive and always hung out with my kitty the full 30 minutes. I will 100% hire her again!”
“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!”
About: I have been a big animal lover since I was little. I started pet sitting for friends and family in high school and I started volunteering at my local animal shelter in college. I currently am an Animal Care Tech at UGA and work with animals like cats, dogs, and mice daily! I am also very comfortable administering most medications I currently work full time as an Animal Care Tech at UGA from 8-4 on M-F so I can care for your pet early mornings or in the afternoon/evenings! If you need someone during the weekdays to let your pet out frequently (they can’t go 8 hours without a bathroom break) I may not be the sitter for you. I have more availability to let them out during weekends, but if you have any questions just shoot me a message! Safety is my #1 concern when it comes to your pet! I have many years of animal care experience and I am trained to handle most safety issues when it comes to animals. I want to treat your pet like they’re my own!
About: I grew up on a farm taking care of dogs, cats, horses, goats, chickens, and bunnies my whole life. I feel very comfortable around all types of animals and know very well on how to take care of them properly. I’m a student at UGA now and working towards graduating this May. My homework has slowed down a lot and I am looking for ways to make extra cash with my free time. I will take care of your pets safely in your home—cleaning up after their messes, taking them out at appropriate times, and playing with them.
About: I have had dogs my entire life and have fostered puppies with TND rescue in Athens. I’ve also worked in veterinary offices and volunteered at multiple different animal rescues. I love all dogs and have confidence I can help make your pet feel comfortable and well taken care of! I have a very flexible schedule that can help fit your needs. I am working online so I have very open availability. I love to take long walks so if you have a high energy pup I’m the girl for you! I have also worked in veterinary offices so I feel comfortable working with dogs of all ages and health concerns. I prefer to care for your animal in your home but can be flexible depending on my location. I can make sure a house is kept tidy if watching a dog in your home!
“Our first experience with Linda surpassed our expectations! Last minute need for help with our fur baby led us to her. The photos, videos and beautifully written descriptions of her interactions with our baby made us feel beyond comforted by her presence with him. We will cert all upon her in the future! Thanks so much Linda?”
“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!!”
“Emily is wonderful with all my fur babies. I can tell how much they adore her and feel at ease during the time together. It makes being apart from them guilt and worry free!”
About: I have taken care of dogs, cats, and other pets for last 8 years in my local community. I’m excited to expand to new clientele! I am currently a Graduate student at the University of Georgia and will be off for the summer and available at any time required for service. I typically visit 3-4 times a day, and can stay overnight if requested. I can take dogs on walks as many times as needed, and I will make your pet my priority in my day-to-day schedule. I am not able to bring pets to my home, but I will follow any requirements or schedules needed for your pet, in your home, so that they are able to be at peace while you are away.
Over 1,257 pet parents in Athens have booked pet sitting
Athens pet parents share their Rover experiences
Destinee is the best, and she is so attentive and helpful! My kitty got sick while I was away; and she went above and beyond to help coordinate a vet visit, administer her meds, and give her extra care! I couldn’t give Destinee enough praise, and I would always trust her to care for my kitties!
Lauren was great! She came by for a meet and greet, and the cats were excited to meet her. She asked good questions about their care. Lauren’s updates were comprehensive, and I liked reading about how the cats were doing and seeing the pictures of her playing with them. One of the cats was on a daily liquid medication, and she even included pictures of Rosie taking her medicine. I felt really comfortable leaving my kitties her care. I highly recommend Lauren!
Jaden was amazing with my dogs. Taking care of them is definitely not easy, and he showed so much patience, dedication, and willingness to make sure they were well cared for. This was the first time I had ever left my dogs with someone else, so I was a little nervous, but Jaden gave me complete peace of mind throughout the entire experience. Thank you so much for everything. I’m truly grateful for the excellent care you provided, and I would absolutely trust you with my dogs again in the future.
Luciana took wonderful care of my senior kitty while I was away for a long weekend, and I’m so grateful! Beyond making sure he had fresh food/ water and a clean litter box, she took genuine care to make sure he felt safe, happy, and loved. Luciana was incredibly kind and patient with my kitty, and it gave me such peace of mind knowing he was in such caring hands. I highly recommend her!
Taryn is wonderful-responsible & caring to both our pets and us. She stays in touch, keeping us informed and feeling confident that our home and animals were in the best of care. When we are in need of services, I first reach out to Taryn to see if she is available. I highly recommend!
Landen and Nataly were amazing!! They are kind people who genuinely care about your pet like it’s their own! They sent several pictures at each visit, cleaned the litter box, gave food and water, and kept my girl entertained while I was gone! I highly recommend them and will absolutely reach out to them for all of my pet sitting needs!!
This was our third time using her for drop-in visits, and once again she went above and beyond. This visit happened during a winter storm, and even with the bad conditions and limited travel, she still made every effort to check on our dogs and make sure they were taken care of. She was always reliable, sent us updates and pictures every visit, and made sure our dogs were safe, comfortable, and well cared for. She also brought in our mail and kept an eye on the house, which gave us extra peace of mind while we were away. She is the only person who has ever done drop-in visits for our dogs and the only person we trust to come into our home. She is wonderful with our dogs, dependable, and truly cares. We will absolutely keep using her and recommend her without hesitation.
Lindsay is an excellent cat sitter. From the very beginning, she was responsible, kind, and extremely attentive. She took wonderful care of my cats and made sure they were comfortable, safe, and happy while I was away. Lindsay kept me updated with messages and photos, which gave me great peace of mind. It’s clear that she truly loves animals and treats them as if they were her own. I highly recommend her and would absolutely trust her again.
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Athens is $20
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Sitters in Athens average 8 repeat pet sitting clients
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 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 180 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, 91% of Athens pet sitters respond in under an hour.
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 180 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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