Pet Sitting in College
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Top rated College pet sitters
“Rian has been taking care of my puppy since I brought him home! She takes amazing care of him and teaches him new tricks and is always communicating with me about him when he’s in her care.”
“Kalista is so wonderful with my fur girls. I am so grateful for her because she takes great care of them, they enjoy her and it helps me not feel so bad for leaving them alone. I am so happy to be home but thankful for her wholeheartedly. We are returning customers and will continue to use her services for as long as we can. Highly recommend.”
About: I have been off and on pet sitting for a long time. I primarily watch dogs but I have also watched ducks, goats, hamsters, cats and more! I love being outdoors and I will make sure the doggos get all the exercise they need. I have my own dog who comes with me. She does best with younger dogs with a preliminary meeting in a neutral location but I also take my gate and crate with me so dogs can have a break from one another. I am currently a graduate student. I have one class each day this semester so I will be able to spend a lot of time looking after pets even during the week. I follow owner instructions of care and exercise. If your dog likes to run, we go running. If your dog is a couch potato, we go on short sniffaries. My dog hates taking medication so I am expert at making sure dogs get their pills even under resistance. Have been attacked by a duck daily for four weeks straight and still kept them all happy!
About: Growing up, we always had multiple pets in our home. I think that really shaped me to become the animal lover I am today. I have experience training dogs, mostly obedience, but some tricks as well. I think friends and family would say that I am reliable and caring pet sitter! I work, but I love taking time out of my day to care for pets! It breaks up the day so nicely in my opinion. At my home, there is a fenced yard and my goldendoodle loves playing with friends. At other people's homes, I am very attentive to make sure nothing happens to your furry friend.
“Zoe took amazing care of our two cats while we were out of town camping. The photos were adorable and they gave detailed reports of her visits. I can tell they have a great care for animals and they put a lot of effort into letting my cats adjust to a strange human - they even got my super shy baby to come out and hang out the whole time on the last day! Would definitely book again and recommend!”
“Laura was amazing! You could really tell she has a passion and love for animals and I felt confident my kitten was in great hands with her and I was right. I'll definitely be using her services again in the future!”
“Emma did drop in visits with my very timid rabbit and was awesome with her. She was very reliable, thoughtful and patient, ensuring my rabbit was healthy and well cared for, reporting on each visit and sending photos. I will definitely request Emma again and highly recommend her.”
About: Hello - I am Annie and I am 25 years old from Rhode Island. I have dogsat for families throughout college in colorado area. I have a 5year old Old English Sheepdog who is about 75lbs back home and a 60 lb goldendoodle puppy now. He needs about 1-2 hours of exercise a day so I understand long walks / playing in parks, etc. I am usually gone 6a - 5p at work so I try to avoid caring for dogs during the week with my dog at home. I would prefer to do more dog walking services or daycare on weekends so our pups can play, have a fenced in backyard so they can run around together.
“Casandra is prompt with communicating. She is a true dog/animal lover. Our two dogs imediatley took to her. She is confident, kind and caring. This is our first time leaving our dogs overnight, we were nervous. Casandras pictures and attention to details with notes reassured us we made a good choice with dog care. We will use her again! Thank You Casandra!”
About: I’ve had dogs and cats since I was 4. I moved up to Alaska and have missed them so much and my place doesn't allow animals sadly. I’d love to come over and take care of your pets and take them for walks. I can’t wait to meet your furry loved ones and get connected with the Fairbanks community! I work a 48 hours on 96 hours off schedule as a firefighter. On my days off I have full flexibility and availability as well as my own reliable car to get around. I’m extremely active so high energy animals aren’t a problem. Although I can’t host animals at my place I promise to be respectful of your home. I know our area well so I’m open to walking animals around anywhere! As long as I get detailed instruction for your home and pets I’ll abide by any special rules or instructions.
“If you have a pet you love, Krista is the bomb!! She came in and loves my Kala like she’s her own!! She sends me so many pics of my happy girl and I’m so glad I took a shot with her!!”
“Angelique once again did a wonderful job with my 2 cats. She was always prompt and besides taking care of the feeding, watering and cleaning litter boxes, found time to play with them for a bit each day. They both warmed up to her (they are very skittish) and would come out for pets from her. This is probably the 5th or 6th time she has watched my kitties as a drop-in visit. I will definitely use her again and also recommend her.”
“Theresa did such a great job with Mowgli, she took him out for some exercise so he could get his energy out and sent me lots of pics! She took care that his feet and toys weren't left muddy after they played outside. Would definitely recommend her, and would love to have her watch Mowgli again in the future!!”
About: I’ve housesat for numerous people and pets over the years. Most animals are cats, dogs or chickens. Have experience with giving oral/injectable medications, blind animals, or if they need some TLC. I have a flexible schedule. Currently, working part time some weekdays but can break away. Message me if you need someone to care for animals! I will care for your pets in whatever matter you would like! Let me know what you and your pet needs and I am there!
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Rian B.Star Sitter
“Rian has been taking care of my puppy since I brought him home! She takes amazing care of him and teaches him new tricks and is always communicating with me about him when he’s in her care.”
Kalista W.
Star Sitter
“Kalista is so wonderful with my fur girls. I am so grateful for her because she takes great care of them, they enjoy her and it helps me not feel so bad for leaving them alone. I am so happy to be home but thankful for her wholeheartedly. We are returning customers and will continue to use her services for as long as we can. Highly recommend.”
Joanne C.Star Sitter
“Joanne is reliable and communicative. She was a great advocate for our cat when we ran into some complications with our housing association. Would book again.”
Mallory C.Star Sitter
“Mallory was excellent with my 10-yr-old retired sprint dog and 6-yr-old cat. I received daily photos and updates on how things were going. Highly recommend!”
Mary P.
“Mary has watched my cat and my five ducks on two occasions now, and both times I came home to happy and healthy animals! I appreciated her openness to work with me to care for my unconventional pets & do some light farm work, she was very communicative (sending me photos and videos of my ducks the first time I was away from them to help me feel less anxious) and checked in with me about duck care when temps got low one week this winter. The animals were all thriving upon my return and that's the only recommendation I need. I'm really glad I connected with her and will hopefully continue to work with her for future pet care. Thanks Mary!”
Jayme N.
“Jayme is a very responsible and trusted pet sitter. She has watched my dogs many times and I have never second guessed leaving them with her. She cares for them as if they are her own. Jayme provides lots of picture updates and communicates well!”
Katelyn H.
“Katelyn was AMAZING with my dog when I needed a couple last minute drop in visits. My dog loved her and she was great at updating me.”
Zoe W.
“Zoe took amazing care of our two cats while we were out of town camping. The photos were adorable and they gave detailed reports of her visits. I can tell they have a great care for animals and they put a lot of effort into letting my cats adjust to a strange human - they even got my super shy baby to come out and hang out the whole time on the last day! Would definitely book again and recommend!”
Laura H.
“Laura was amazing! You could really tell she has a passion and love for animals and I felt confident my kitten was in great hands with her and I was right. I'll definitely be using her services again in the future!”
Emma P.Star Sitter
“Emma did drop in visits with my very timid rabbit and was awesome with her. She was very reliable, thoughtful and patient, ensuring my rabbit was healthy and well cared for, reporting on each visit and sending photos. I will definitely request Emma again and highly recommend her.”
Annie C.
About: Hello - I am Annie and I am 25 years old from Rhode Island. I have dogsat for families throughout college in colorado area. I have a 5year old Old English Sheepdog who is about 75lbs back home and a 60 lb goldendoodle puppy now. He needs about 1-2 hours of exercise a day so I understand long walks / playing in parks, etc. I am usually gone 6a - 5p at work so I try to avoid caring for dogs during the week with my dog at home. I would prefer to do more dog walking services or daycare on weekends so our pups can play, have a fenced in backyard so they can run around together.
Cassandra H.Star Sitter
“Casandra is prompt with communicating. She is a true dog/animal lover. Our two dogs imediatley took to her. She is confident, kind and caring. This is our first time leaving our dogs overnight, we were nervous. Casandras pictures and attention to details with notes reassured us we made a good choice with dog care. We will use her again! Thank You Casandra!”
Rhonda R.
“Thank you Rhonda you’re a sweetie and always come through for our Levi. He loves you so much. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family.”
Isabella C.
“Isabella has always loved animals. She’s kind, gentle and caring. She’s also a firefighter and has a strong innate desire to protect. She would make an incredible pet sitter and walker.”
Krista W.
“If you have a pet you love, Krista is the bomb!! She came in and loves my Kala like she’s her own!! She sends me so many pics of my happy girl and I’m so glad I took a shot with her!!”
Angelique M.Star Sitter
“Angelique once again did a wonderful job with my 2 cats. She was always prompt and besides taking care of the feeding, watering and cleaning litter boxes, found time to play with them for a bit each day. They both warmed up to her (they are very skittish) and would come out for pets from her. This is probably the 5th or 6th time she has watched my kitties as a drop-in visit. I will definitely use her again and also recommend her.”
Theresa T.
“Theresa did such a great job with Mowgli, she took him out for some exercise so he could get his energy out and sent me lots of pics! She took care that his feet and toys weren't left muddy after they played outside. Would definitely recommend her, and would love to have her watch Mowgli again in the future!!”
Ashley K.
“Ashley was great with our girls. Excellent communication and very reliable.”
Sigrid M.
“Great initial visit. Sigrid is professional yet warm with our furry friends.”
Nicole L.
“Nicole is not just a good petsitter/housesitter she is a GREAT one. My dogs are my furbabies and theyre like my children. Anytime they're with Nicole they're in good hands. She goes above and beyond in care for my home and animals. I recommend her to all my family and friends. She is responsible, kind, and consistent. I dont think there is any one better in the world for this job.”
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in College is $25
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Sitters in College average 6 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 College on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $25 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 Aug 2025, there are 31 pet sitters in College. 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, 85% of College pet sitters respond in under an hour.
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 College.
Rover makes it easy to find College 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 31 pet sitters in College 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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