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Sitter Profile Image: Victoria R.
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Victoria R.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
3 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Lino Lakes, MN, 55038

She does a fantastic job with my dog Kody. He really likes her stopping by for a visit.

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Natascha C.
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Lauren C.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Forest Lake, MN, 55025

Lauren did an absolutely wonderful job taking care of our beloved cat Mochi while me and my daughters were away on vacation. The daily updates were mandatory daily reading for us while we were away and the pictures assured us that he was well taken care of. Can't say enough good things about Lauren. She made my first time booking this kind of a service a breeze. We would definitely not hesitate is booking her again and hope that she is available when me and my daughters go on our next adventure. Thanks again Lauren for everything!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Gabriella K.
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Gabriella K.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Forest Lake, MN, 55025

She is the best with my pup! Played and made sure she was safe the whole time thanks again ! Will use in future !

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Sitter Profile Image: Evelyn T.
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Evelyn T.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Blaine, MN, 55449

Evelyn was so willing to help us out and check on our dog! Great updates and care

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Sitter Profile Image: Haley F.
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Haley F.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Wyoming, MN, 55092

About: I have had dogs my whole life, for as long as I can remember we always had 3 dogs. I've been pet sitting on-and-off since I was a teenager and have experience caring for all ages and sizes! I worked for Angel of Hope Animal Shelter for over two years as their marketing specialist (2019-2021), after I left and accepted a different position, I stayed on as a foster parent for awhile before I had to officially resign - I was switched to night-shift at work and was no longer able to continue care at the standard I wanted. I have experience working with tripod (three-legged) dogs and cats, administering oral medications, and treating diabetes/administering insulin to cats. I am passionate about pets and dedicated to their well-being, I offer top-notch dog walking and pet care services that ensure your furry friends are happy, healthy, and loved. I have several years of experience and a genuine love for animals. I'm happy to work with you and come up with a personalized care plan tailored to each of your pet's unique needs. Whether it's a leisurely walk, playtime, or specialized care, your furry family members will feel right at home with me. I am trustworthy, reliable, and committed to excellence. I am here to give your furry family members the care and attention they deserve! I have pretty flexible schedule. 2-3 days a week I’m in Minneapolis from 8-5, I can switch those days up as well to work around clients, the rest of the week I work from home. Caring for pets in my client's home involves a personalized and attentive approach to ensure each pet feels comfortable and loved. Here's how I do it: 1. Initial Meet & Greet: I always start with a supervised meet & greet. I’ll work with you to understand your pet's routine, preferences, and any special needs or medical requirements. This also helps the pets feel more comfortable with later drop in visits when their pawrents aren’t home. 2. Customized Care Plans: Based on the consultation, I’ll work with you to create a customized care plan tailored to your pet's unique needs, including feeding schedules, exercise routines, and any special care instructions. 3. Comfort and Familiarity: I prioritize making your pet feel safe and comfortable in their home environment by maintaining their usual routine. 4. Daily Walks and Exercise: For dogs, I offer daily walks and playtime to ensure they get the physical activity and mental stimulation they need. 5. Feeding and Hydration: I follow your specified feeding schedule and dietary requirements, ensuring your pets are well-fed and hydrated. 6. Health and Hygiene: I will monitor your pet's health, administer any necessary medications, and maintain their grooming and hygiene needs. 7. Communication and Updates: I’ll keep you informed with regular updates, photos, and videos of your pet, so you can have peace of mind knowing they are in good hands. 8. Emergency Preparedness: I am trained to handle emergencies and have a plan in place for any unexpected situations, ensuring your pet's safety at all times.
 By offering comprehensive, compassionate, and reliable care, I strive to make every pet feel at home and every pet owner feel confident in their choice of care provider.

Sitter Profile Image: Roxanne R.
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Roxanne R.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
3 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Forest Lake, MN, 55025

I have a hard time leaving my cats, and one of them needs insulin, but I was pretty much at ease as soon as met Roxanne. She has experience with animals and my cats seemed to like her. The trip went well and I didn’t worry because she was easy to communicate with and reliable. I’d recommend her & I’d use her again

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Sitter Profile Image: April V.
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April V.
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$20
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4.8 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
7 repeat clients
Minneapolis, MN, 55444

I just love April and how she takes care of my cat! I’m so glad I found her. She has cats also so she always tries different fun things with my cat. I like that. And if I didn’t want April all to myself I would tell everyone to hire her for their pets…! She is great!

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Katherine K.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
248 reviews
79 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Saint Paul, MN, 55126

Katherine successfully completed three drop-in visits to feed our cats, provide them with fresh water and scoop their litterboxes. She was on time (which we really appreciate) and cleaned up the dirty cash dishes. We have already requested her for future visits :-)

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Sitter Profile Image: Brianna O.
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Brianna O.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lino Lakes, MN, 55038

Brianna has been doing drop in/walk visits with Parker. She’s fantastic with him, so clearly a dog lover!!! I couldn’t have asked for a better person to take care of him, and I would highly recommend her!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Denise T.
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Denise T.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
70 reviews
27 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Forest Lake, MN, 55025

Denise was amazing and I really appreciate everything she did for our cat during our vacation. In the beginning, I was a bit uncomfortable with the idea of using the app; but I am glad I decided to use it. Denise helped us be at ease and comfortable when we met her, she also helped me navigate the app and made things so much easier for me. She was very throughout and caring with our cat and made his stay alone less lonely. We are definitely calling Denise for future times away. We had the peace of mind we needed knowing that our cat was taken care of during our time away from home. Thank you very much Denise for helping us.

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Sitter Profile Image: Grace S.
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Grace S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
29 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Hugo, MN, 55038

Grace is amazing! She took the best care of our pups while we were on vacation. She sent updates with photos at each visit! I knew without a doubt that my dogs were receiving the best care! We will be booking with Grace for all of our future needs.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jackie R.
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Jackie R.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
12 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Forest Lake, MN, 55025

My first time using Jackie and my dog was well cared for. Communication through the day kept me at ease leaving my dog in her care. She followed all my directions and best of all left my dog fed, exercised and happy.

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Sitter Profile Image: Addison S.
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Addison S.
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$18
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10 years of experience
Vadnais Heights, MN, 55127

About: I’ve always been an animal lover and have always had a soft spot for all furry friends. I know every pet has their own personality, routine, and favorite way to spend the day, so I always take the time to get to know what makes them happiest and the most comfortable while away from their best friend! Whether your pet loves long walks, playtime, cozy naps, or just having someone nearby, I’m happy to match their energy and make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while you’re away. I’ll treat your furry family member like they’re my own and make sure they get plenty of love, attention, and care. I’m reliable, easy to communicate with, and I love taking pictures of these adorable, quirky, animals! My favorite thing growing up was to see picture updates of my dog while on vacation, so I will always do the same for my clients! Pet care fits naturally into my routine! I am working full time, but have a flexible schedule that allows me to plan my day around the pets I’m caring for, whether that means morning walks, midday potty breaks, playtime, feedings, or evening cuddles. I enjoy getting outside, staying active, and spending time with animals, so caring for pets is something I genuinely look forward to. My goal is to keep your pet’s routine as consistent as possible so they feel comfortable, happy, and well cared for while you’re away. No matter where I’m caring for your pet, my goal is to make them feel safe, comfortable, and loved. I always take the time to learn their routine, including feeding schedules, walks, playtime, medications (if needed), and any special preferences or instructions. In a client’s home, I treat both their pet and their home with the same respect and care I would my own. I’ll keep your pet company, make sure they get plenty of exercise, attention, and affection, and leave your home just as I found it. If I’m caring for a pet in my own home, I’ll provide a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where they can relax, play, and feel right at home. I’ll also send regular photo updates so you can see how much fun your furry friend is having while you’re away!

Sitter Profile Image: Ciboney R.
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Ciboney R.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
90 reviews
22 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Southeast Como, Minneapolis, MN, 55414

Ciboney was great with Kylo! She was easy to schedule with and was always on time to check on him. I would highly recommend and will used her again in the future when we go out of town. Thanks again for helping us!

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Sitter Profile Image: Alicia S.
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Alicia S.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
35 years of experience
Hugo, MN, 55038

Very good with our cats.

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Sitter Profile Image: Holly L.
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Holly L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Saint Paul, MN, 55110

Came home to a happy healthy cat. Holly went above and beyond!

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Sitter Profile Image: Mackenzie H.
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Mackenzie H.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Blaine, MN, 55449

Thank you for taking great care of our cat Lewis!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Teren P.
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Teren P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
7 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Forest Lake, MN, 55025

Teren came to me as a recommendation from a friend. She has now watched our dogs once and our cat twice. I love knowing that my fur babies are looked after.

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Sitter Profile Image: Hannah P.
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Hannah P.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
2 years of experience
Stacy, MN, 55079

About: I’ve taken care of cats, dogs, chickens mainly for family and friends, some neighbors. I very good with young hyper dogs considering I have a miniature Aussie. I also have a 12 senior dog who can only go on 15 min walks. I love all animals wether it’s watching/playing with them or taking them on walks! Pet care fits into my schedule cause I’m a young hairstylist who is trying to fill up her books. Being a new hairstylist isn’t easy and I want to fulfill my time well considering bills I have to pay each month I am very comfortable with animals depending if you want me to spend the night or not. I’m very flexible with coming and going or simple taking them on walks. I love to take my own dogs on walk and runs as well!

Sitter Profile Image: Brooke O.
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Brooke O.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
5 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Champlin, MN, 55316

Brooke is so good with our three big dogs, including one very shy and skittish pup. Brooke was patient and communicative, we appreciate her!

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Bethany is the best! We have used her many times to care for our cats and I always know that they are loved and the house is taken care of.

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The average cost for Cat Sitting in Columbus on Rover is $22.76 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Cat 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 Cat Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of September 2026, there are 2,437 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across Columbus. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.

House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.

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.

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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.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your cat, 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.

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

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 97% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 97% 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.

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.

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