Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Central Avenue, Lakeland, FL
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1. Kylee E.
“Thank you, he was probably extra crazy! That was the longest he was alone. Thanks again for taking care of him and all your communication! I will be in touch!”
2. Kathryn Lynn P.
“Kathryn did a wonderful job with our 2 dogs and cat while we were on vacation. She sent daily pictures and updates and we highly recommend her.”
3. April R.
“April was amazing. Very professional. Took care of any changes we had immediately. Our Animal kingdom loved her, and she loved taking care of them. She was always on time for her drop-ins and she checked in and checked out perfectly. She let us know of any issues, a and took care of them immediately. Such a pleasure knowing that we could relax knowing our pets would be well cared for. We were able to concentrate on our family. We will most definitely book with her again.”
4. Jennifer S.
“Jennifer is the best!!!! My cats were treated so well that I didn't see any difference in their behavior after our extended departure. They were relaxed when we arrived and I could see right away that they really liked the care Jennifer gave them. Jennifer was very helpful and available. She helped us out when our trip out of the country was extended by 2 weeks. I had peace of mind knowing my cats were in good hands. Everything was clean when I arrived and my cats had missed us, but I could see that they were relaxed and well fed. seraphin, my most shy cat, was super comfortable with her, and that's a great proof of the quality of the bond Jennifer knows how to build with animals. Thank you :-)”
5. Sue R.
“Sue does great with Daphne. Our girl warmed right up to her after just a bit. Sue has great communication and pictures. Thank you for helping with our girl.”
6. Christina T.
“Christina is super professional, caring, and has awesome communication. I was worried about finding a good sitter for my first pup but she definitely took away all of my anxiety. I will definitely work with her again in the future”
7. Samantha B.
“Samantha was amazing!! We went away for the weekend and had her do drop in visits three times a day. She even went the extra mile to stop in and check on them very late for us. We will definitely be using her again!! Our puppies loved her”
8. Alex e.
About: I have helped old dogs in the water, making sure they can swim, or at least tread water, while ensuring they stay afloat. I have taken care of dogs from year-old puppies, to old ones who need a little assistance getting up and down. I am always ready to go on a nice long walk, or just stay in and relax. I am available for boarding daily, with little notice necessary. I am at home full-time, and am ready and able to take care of your open whenever needed. I have a yard with no fence, and live on a lake with a dock. I do have 2 cats, but are very used to larger animals, and friendly with dogs. They can be restricted if necessary. I can easily crate your dog, if and when it is needed. I am also very good with cats, and have no issues if they get nervous or frightened.
9. Sia M.
“Sia is a responsible and respectful person in all situations with a natural tendency for Caregiving. She pays attention to details of care including the food, exercise, outdoor breaks and the possibility of a need for medical attention. Sia is attentive and personable and she has had a love of animals since she was a young girl. She can be trusted to give excellent care for pets whether in your home or in her own.”
10. Franci C.
“Franci was wonderful!! I lost one of my cats right before my trip and she was so kind and caring to my other cat. She put me at ease while I was gone and was a great communicator!! I would definitely ask her to care for my babies again!!”
11. Raquel G.
“Raquel took amazing care of my new puppy and older dog. I would highly recommend her!”
12. Rachelle S.
“To whome it may conern, Rachelle has watched our dogs for us on numerous occasions. She has watched them for days at a time when we have gone out of town, and she is also willing to go by the house and let them out, feed them and take them for a walk. We enjoy Rachelle. She is a pleasant young woman and has been very always been reliable and caring. We have never had any issues and certainly trust her with our precious fur babies. She is willing to facetime too and we really like that! I certainly reccomend her as a reliable dog sitter and our pups do too! God Bless”
13. Kira P.
“I recently had the pleasure of having Kira care for my dog while I was away for a week, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! Kira is an incredibly reliable and attentive person, making sure that my dog, Cooper, was well-fed, exercised, and loved. I received regular updates and photos, which gave me peace of mind knowing that Cooper was in great hands. Kira went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. I highly recommend Kira to anyone looking for a trustworthy, experienced, and caring dog sitter.”
14. Sunni W.
“Sunni is an angel and I am extremely grateful for all her help! The fact that my shy cat came out during her visits tells me a lot about how kind of a person she is! I would not hesitate to request her again and I absolutely recommend her for anyone wanting first-class care for their fur babies! Thank you Sunni!”
15. Cameron T.
“Cameron was a perfect walker for Pongo! She took loving care of him during the time she was here and provided detailed information on her visit. Her communication was great and Pongo was very happy with her care.”
16. Kelsey S.
About: I have always been an animal lover and I’ve had dogs and other animals almost my entire life. I’ve personally had and cared for dogs of all sizes from a tiny teacup poodle (6lbs) to a huge labradane (125lbs) as well as all ages of dogs newborn-16 yo! I’m currently a student at Florida Southern College, so my schedule is pretty flexible. I am also an Army ROTC cadet at Florida Southern, so walking my dogs and yours is a great way for me to stay active! Safety is always my #1 priority, I will always lookout for the wellbeing of your dog based on their specific needs. Each dog is unique and has their own routine which is important for me to follow to the best of my ability.
17. Madison F.
“Madison is a fantastic sitter! These are the things that stood out to me: - Madison was very punctual. We asked her for daily visits for our young cat Chidi and she was there at the same time every day. - The photos that Madison posted were amazing and I will cherish them forever. She also sent videos. - The Rover cards were detailed and I looked forward to them every day - I can tell Chidi loved her! We adopted him during the pandemic so he only knows us and a couple other people and I was worried he wouldn’t want to interact but he looked to be happy in the photos and videos. Will definitely book Madison again if she’s available.”
18. Megan J.
“Megan (aka Elly May) is a true animal lover! Just knowing she has many cats, dogs, fish, and a lizard tells me she can take care of any type of pet. She watched our 6 cats for a week and did a FANTASTIC job. We were stress free having her take care of our babies and the house...it's so nice to come home to a clean, fresh smelling house! She's extremely professional, honest and caring. Loved her service and highly recommend to everyone I know. If you want your pet's treated like the family members they are, Megan's your girl!”
19. Marissa S.
“Marissa has been a second parent to my puppy, Barcelona(Barci). Barci is an energetic husky mix who wants a lot of attention. She has watched her for weeks at a time and I cannot speak highly enough of her care and love for dogs of all varieties!”
20. Alison N.
“I haven’t used this service before and I was extremely nervous since I have an anxious dog but Alison knew exactly how to make him feel comfortable.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Central Avenue 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 298 pet sitters in Central Avenue. 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 Central Avenue pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Central Avenue have an average of 14 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 Central Avenue.
Rover makes it easy to find Central Avenue 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 298 pet sitters in Central Avenue on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Central Avenue, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 88% 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.