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Sitter Profile Image: Evelyn B.
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Evelyn B.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
348 reviews
123 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Athens, TX, 75751

Evelyn took excellent care of Huey, Zeke, and Hamilton. She sent regular updates and lots of photos. I can tell the dogs really enjoy being around her and she took all the stress out of traveling with pets at home. I cannot recommend her highly enough and will definitely book again.

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Daniela J.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
6 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Athens, TX, 75751

Daniela is amazing, she took such good care of my pup Stella, made sure she got great exercise, sent the cutest pictures, and was great at communicating with me during her drop ins! 10/10 recommend and would trust her to watch my dog anytime.

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Presley L.
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$15
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4 years of experience
75752, TX, 75752

About: dog & cat lover. looking for dog walks or cats feeding while you're out of town, i'm your girl :) flexible schedule. daily check-ins while you're out of town will be mostly what i'm able to do! my schedule is pretty flexible when it comes to check in your animals may need. please reach out for questions you may have! :) :) i have one dog at home and we have a fenced in yard. we do lots of walks throughout our days weather dependent of course.

Sitter Profile Image: Grace Ann H.
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Grace Ann H.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Athens, TX, 75751

Grace Ann was amazing and I am excited to have her for regular visits with my puppy! She reached out with questions, gave updates, and is so sweet :)

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Kirianna B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
7 years of experience
Athens, TX, 75751

About: I’ve been pet sitting for the almost 7 years. My husband-who also works with me- has been taking care and sitting pets for the last 12 years. We have a beautiful, and energetic kelpie mix named Biscuit, and British shorthair named Eggs. Health and safety are a main priority to both of us. We like to make sure that all dogs in our care are well hydrated, and that no dog is in a situation that makes them nervous. We always make sure to provide the best care for each individual, because this isn’t just an animal, it’s a member of your family, and we know that you would want the best care for your family like we would. Currently I work part time. I am able to look after your wonderful pets full time all days of the week if given a 7 days notice of when services are needed. By ensuring that all equipment is properly secured with taking walks or engaging outdoors with environment or other animals, and that any messes are cleaned, whether it be on the animal or the places they are staying in.

Sitter Profile Image: Allyson D.
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Allyson D.
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$25
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8 years of experience
Athens, TX, 75751

About: I’ve taken care of dogs ever since I was a little girl I have always loved taking care of animals so this would be a perfect fit for me! I am currently available most weekdays and all weekend I go to college in Tyler so my hours may vary. Mondays I am in college from 2:30-4 and Tuesdays and Thursdays I’m in college from 9:30-12:20 I have my dog Nyla and I take her out pretty consistently to go potty, she also gets treats for good behavior or if she learns her tricks. I would love to take care of other people’s animals and I have years of experience

Sitter Profile Image: Janice W.
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Janice W.
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30 years of experience
Athens, TX, 75148

About: I have loved and cared for animals all my life. I have trained animals, worked as a veterinarian technician, pet sitter and volunteered at sanctuaries and spay/neuter clinics. I cn administer all medications including injections. I work full time but have plenty of time in the morning and evenings to take care of your family member. Walks, games and snuggles! I do not keep pets in my home. It has been my experience they do better staying in their own home. Less stress and anxiety.

Sitter Profile Image: Nikki P.
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Nikki P.
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10 years of experience
Athens, TX, 75751

About: Family and used to do things dogs against drugs with my mother . And helped with kennels and played with the dogs.i was in 5 the grade I had lab he guardsed me alot Morning and afternoon 8am-3pm.and enjoy the pets alot clean litter boxes out scoop them and clean up messes if needed and I enjoy them alot Feed and water and play with them with toys and train them and care for them if there sick and walk them animals keep the dog leash and patient with them and cats love to purr and always love

Sitter Profile Image: Jalayne F.
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Jalayne F.
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$35
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1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Athens, TX, 75751

About: Hello! My name is Jalayne and I am an animal caretaker! I do this because I Love it! It's more than the money for me, for me it's about getting to spend time with the animals, give the pet owners a peace of mind, and making the situation much easier for everyone. I currently have 3 senior dogs of my own, 2 young dogs and my husband has a puppy that I look after as well. We have 2 inside kitties and 1 bunny too! We have 4 outside we take care of also. We even have had chickens! I love all kinds of animals and I am willing to care for any kind you have! In the past I lightly volunteered at an animal shelter, wildlife rehabilitation center, and even worked with a groomer as a bather for a few weeks! I would love to tell you more about myself and my experience if you like so please don't hesitate to messege me anytime. I'm looking forward to meeting you and your lovely pets! I currently work at the school at the moment so I'm usually free any time as the hours are minimal. I'll soon be a stay at home parent again so I'll be home 100%. On Sundays I go to church in the mornings and maybe out to eat afterwards. I also have church services on Wednesday evenings. I have a very large fenced yard with a gate. I shut the gate to keep in very large dogs but if I board a small dog I'd leash him or her. But we are working on making the gaps covered since my dogs are so small as well. When the pets are in my care I make sure to update you with some photos every once in a while. And I will always contact you first if I have any questions! I am home majority of my day so most of my time is available just for this! I love meeting new pets of all kinds! I have a very big yard that I let dogs get some energy out and my kids will constantly play with them if they like! I'm able to kennel them if that's what you prefer and I try to go by what the owners regularly do to make it easier on the pet.

Sitter Profile Image: Kiana P.
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Kiana P.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 years of experience
Larue, TX, 75770

About: Most of my experience comes from dog-sitting and I have dog sat different ages and breeds! Dogs are such lovable companions and I love taking care of someone’s best friend. Nothing in the world means more to me than a pet’s care and happiness and it definitely shows with who an animal is with! I aspire to be someone your companion(s) Trust and are comfortable with being around! I also wouldn’t mind watering plants if needed 😊 Pet care would be my entire week because I would be doing this full time! Weeks, weekends and sometimes holidays will definitely work for me. I know how it feels to have to trust someone with your baby or babies and the anxiety of if they’re in good hands. My goal is to give you the confidence that they are in the best care and your home is better than you left it!

Sitter Profile Image: Erica K.
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Erica K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
10 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Mabank, TX, 75156

Erica is a very hard working lady and she is willing to do whatever it takes to earn our kitties trust while we're away. I felt totally at ease knowing that they were in her capable hands. She even checked on them on her own time just to be sure they were okay. We will definitely be using her services again in the future.

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Michael P.
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$30
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10 years of experience
LaRue, TX, 75770

About: My parents have taken care of 40 cats, and counting, in the last 28 years. This included four dogs that questioned their own relationship to these critters. It’s safe to say I’ve experienced the wide range, just from family care alone, to care for your pet. In addition, I’ve worked as a Kennel Technician in a boarding facility and have customer experience with high-risk canines and environment training sessions. I’m openly available. Weekends will specify accordingly and I can accommodate! Check my calendar for more information. If you need another time, then let me know! Knowing your canine can trust their handler is important, no matter the situation. In my zone of safety, I ensure clients understand that I’m wanting a safe time too.

Sitter Profile Image: Sydney C.
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Sydney C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Brownsboro, TX, 75756

Sydney took such good care of all three of my dogs! She went above and beyond. She sent pictures and updates for every drop-in. We’ll definitely be using her again in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Natasha C.
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Natasha C.
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$12
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3 years of experience
Athens, TX, 75751

About: I have about 6 year experience with dogs any where from puppies to seniors. I have trained dogs mine included. His name is bullet and he is 4. I work during the week so I’ll be available weekends and some evenings. Time will vary but I will accept as much as I can I’ve got a fenced in yard I live on a large property. I have two dogs very sweet and I don’t like next to a road.

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Christopher H.
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1 year of experience
Trinidad, TX, 75163

About: I had plenty of dogs. I love dogs of all kinds. Unfortunately cant have any right now. Will play with them walk them when I can. I have a full time job but can check on them during my break. Im working full time 40+ hours a week. I can check on them during my breaks, and on my days off i stay with them all day. We currently don't have any pets. We don't have a fence in yard and live close to a highway where most people drive like crazy.

Sitter Profile Image: Makinzie M.
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Makinzie M.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Brownsboro, TX, 75756

Great! Fantastic!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica N.
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Jessica N.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Murchison, TX, 75778

Jessica did drop in visits for my 2 kitties. She was great with communicating from booking through the visits!

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Patrick S.
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$20
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59 years of experience
Malakoff, TX, 75148

About: Dogs and cats have always been drawn to me, whether my own, childhood pets or ones I just meet. Growing up our family pets always slept on my bed at night. I get the feeling they sense that they're safe and loved. My little girl, Maddie, was a rescue from the pound. She tested for heartworm and her human gave her up. She was five. She's been under treatment for heart murmur for 5 years, and is now experiencing bladder & colon obstruction. But her personality is just as happy and perky as ever. I had a cat that was with me for 23 years, who had 5 litters before I could get her in for spay, she was always pregnant before I could get her done! She was an outside cat until the last five years when I moved to a condo and she became a couch queen. I've had one large dog and 2 small dogs as an adult, and never boarded any of them ever. They went with me, or I had a friend stay with them. I'm retired and had a part time job driving for retirement home residents on the weekend to the store or church. I stopped working once the pandemic forced the facility to lock down & all off-property trips were prohibited. That was June 2020. I moved from Dallas to the lake and am ready for part time work. My little girl has the run of the place, she's got a bed, her own crocheted afghan on the couch, and a towel at the foot of the bed. She takes several meds for her condition. Has her nails trimmed & teeth cleaned. She has a big selection of food and treats. She takes me on long walks twice a day, and stays in the yard if I'm outside working. She hardly leaves my side. I have an rv so she can go with me when I travel. I've taken care of friends dogs when they travel.

Sitter Profile Image: Charlene N.
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Charlene N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
85 reviews
26 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Gun Barrel City, TX, 75156

Charlene is terrific! So patient and kind with my two crazy dogs. Couldn’t ask for a better, more loving person to check in on them. She has been more than willing to spend time with my large dog who has terrible anxiety and isn’t great with strangers but he took to her immediately which is how I knew I made the right choice when choosing her as a sitter. So thankful we found her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Melissa F.
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Melissa F.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
41 years of experience
Mabank, TX, 75156

Melissa is great. I needed a sitter at the last minute, and she quickly responded. She came over and met Blue and spent time getting to know him before accepting the work. Blue loves her. Melissa sent pictures daily with good status reports. She even alerted me when someone came to my home that she was not sure they should have been there. Knowing she was caring for Blue helped me have peace of mind during my working trip. I will be using Melissa again! Thank you, Melissa.

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The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Athens is $20

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Great experience! Arrived on time and sent several photos with each visit. It was great to have the peace of mind knowing that my pup was being looked after.

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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Athens on Rover is $19.98 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 242 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Athens. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Athens stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Athens. On Rover:

  • 100% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 100% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 100% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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