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1. Wendy H.
“Wendy is an excellent communicator. She takes the time to bond with my pets, and was very flexible with last minute changes. I can't recommend her enough.”
2. Sadie P.
“Sadie did an outstanding job watching our 7 pets during the 4th of July weekend. We would recommend her to anyone to watch their fur babies. She is trustworthy and dependable. She kept us updated on every visit and kept our minds at ease while we were away.”
3. Lucy S.
“Lucy performed a drop-in with our cat Jupiter, and we're beyond happy! She was punctual and checked Jupiter's water fountain, litterbox, and automatic feeder. She sent us 9 photos of her spending time with Jupiter and they were so appreciated! She was responsive and had great communication, the meet & great was thorough and she has a high level of professionalism! We will definitely be looking towards Lucy again if we need another drop-in!”
4. Rebekah T.
“Rebekah is awesome! She was able to take care of my cat with such a short notice. When I came back home Mags was happy! I enjoy all the photos she sends and see how loving and caring she is with my cat. I have used Rebekah twice now and will continue to ask her to take care of Mags when I need it. Thank you so much!”
5. Tatum R.
“Tatum came over to meet our dog before she did her drop in visit. She was very kind and you can tell she loves animals! She left a very detailed message about the visit and took lots of photos! I would definitely recommend her!”
6. Shannon W.
“My kitty cat loves her! She has fantastic communication skills, always keeping me updated, and I know my cat will always be in good hands with her. Highly recommend!”
7. Jasper D.
“Our dogs are happy after visits from Jasper. We love the attention to their preferred care and picture updates! The dependability has been a huge relief after travel struggles.”
8. Kirsten H.
“This was our second time booking Kirsten, she really goes above and beyond any pet sitter we’ve had in the past. So glad she loves to pet sit, we will be booking her for many more times in the future!”
9. Edie B.
“We love Edie! My dogs took to her immediately. She is extremely responsive and responsible. I know my babies have a wonderful time when she comes to check in on them.”
10. Aisha H.
“Aisha is phenomenal! She took excellent care of our cat, spending time with him and making sure he had everything he needed! We are so grateful we found her!”
11. Claire V.
“Claire was available last minute and helped us out tremendously! She sent us pictures of our big boy, which we appreciated. Will use her again in the future!”
12. Zachary D.
“Hi, my name is Allan Teel and I have been really good friends with Zach Davenport for almost 3 years now. Zach is a great person and great guy be around. He's courteous very respectful of others. He has a Staffordshire Terrier named LuLu which is world. He is great with other dogs and other dogs love him. I've personally seen him with other dogs besides his own that he has watched for people and I would not hesitate nor worry about leaving my mine with at all.”
13. Claudia E.
“Claudia was wonderful, took great care of Bruno and stayed in communication with us the whole time. Thank you!”
14. Destini F.
“Destini was great! Great communication, sent pictures, and even stopped by an additional time when it was too hot during the day”
15. Kate M.
“Kate did multiple check ins through out the day for my husky and she was amazing! She sent me tons of pictures and videos & walked him, which was so nice so he could get some of his energy out! I am extremely satisfied with her care and definitely recommend her!”
16. Dorian B.
“Dorian is awesome. My puppies are picky and they love him.”
17. Carissa C.
“Took great care of Dixie! Was very attentive and helpful with all the attention Dixie needs. And took great pictures! Would recommend!”
18. Larren W.
“Larren was great and would definitely book with her again. She kept me posted on my dogs injury that happened before I left and was able to get him to take his meds when needed. My pup loved her as well.”
19. Zoemy B.
About: Hey there ! I'm Zoemy . I am such an animal lover. I come from a home with two dogs and one cat. I start taking care of dogs and cats with my boyfriend (Ruben A.) which is part of the Rover family too. I have plenty of experience with young puppies and large dogs/cats alike. My cat Simba and I love exploring and making new friends. I have lots of energy, time and love to give to your pets. I value the chances to form a trusting relationship not just with the pest, but also with the owners. Excited and looking foward to hear from you and meeting your baby. Feel free to contact me. I'm a very understanding person willing to work with you. YOUR PET IS OURS TOO!!
20. Bianca C.
“Bianca and I have been friends for over two years now, and she is one of the most loving and caring friends I know. She loves animals and will do anything to make sure they get the best love and care they deserve. I would 10/10 recommend her to walk your furbabies!”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Columbus on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $18 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 79 cat sitters in Columbus. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 95% of Columbus cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Columbus have an average of 16 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in Columbus.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Columbus cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.
There are 79 cat sitters in Columbus on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Columbus, 100% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 90% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your cat 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 cat sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your cat sitter’s cancellation policy.
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