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“McKenna was absolutely wonderful with our cat, Moo! She was so sweet and attentive, and we could tell Moo really enjoyed her visits. We loved the photo updates—such a great touch that made us feel connected while we were away. McKenna even went above and beyond by watering the flowers my son got me, which was so thoughtful and appreciated. We’d happily book with her again—thank you, McKenna!”
“This was my first River experience and Camille made it an excellent one! I needed late night help over the weekend at the last second and Camille was quick to respond. I truly appreciated her taking time out of her weekend nights to come meet and care for our dog! I appreciated that she sent pictures and gave me updates on how the visits went (although I’m sure that’s part of the Rover process). We will definitely be using her down the road!”
About: I am currently a veterinarian assistant in school to become a veterinary technician. The most amount of animals have set for at once is 7 (3 dogs, 4 cats) all needing special diet food, and certain medication’s. overall, I really love animals and hope to make peoples lives easier by being able to take care of them. Currently, I’m in school Monday through Thursday and I work Wednesday through Friday. I am able to watch animals and do things in the morning and in the evening and whenever I would have the free time to go back to the home and make sure they’re ok. I can do whatever you would like me to do, whether that’s free roam or crate. Ultimately, whatever works in your home works for me.
“Courtney did a great job of keeping our fur babies company and set our minds at ease during our trip to Italy. We looked forward to the pictures and notes every day. We look forward to using her services again when we are away camping this summer. We highly recommend Courtney!!!!!”
“Autumn was awesome with my cat and she’s an understanding and nice person! She made sure, that Rosy felt right at home. I will be booking her again in the near future! Thanks Autumn ?”
“Tonia did an excellent job taking care of my two fur babies this past weekend. The communication and texts i received were stellar. She also left a note for me when she left summarizing the stay. I would recommend her for sure.”
About: Hey everyone I’m Emma! I grew up on a farm and have worked with so many different animals species. I love working with dogs and can do lots of different training exercises with your dogs. I have worked with both large and small dogs, and dogs of all ages. I used to foster dogs, and train them up for their forever homes! I am currently a college student taking courses T and THUR from 8-3. I work on my family farm currently from 8am-4pm M,W,F. But am able to stop by around noon during my lunch break if your pet requires an extra let out and I work about 2 minutes away from my house as well. I live out on a farm, so there is a large yard for you pets to run around. I have a kennel for smaller dogs and a puppy play pen already from fostering as well as basic food dishes, toys, treats, etc.
“Jackie was awesome. She definitely took care of the worry of leaving our pets and she made sure to let me know they were all still doing ok especially during a stormy rainy period when we were gone. Thank you !!!”
About: I love all animals - from fluffy tails to scaly scales! I have been working as a veterinary assistant for the past 4 years, mostly in emergency clinics. Working at an ER vet has given me the chance to see pets at their worst and at their best, so I'm prepared to handle whatever they throw at me! Before that, I pet sat for many friends and neighbors. Over the years, I've had the opportunity to care for pets of all age ranges and abilities, please let me care for yours too! I also can offer exotic animal check-ins (primarily fish and reptiles, no birds please!) and minor grooming add-ons (nail trims, ear cleaning, anal gland expression, etc), just message me directly! I'm currently working part time, so I have a very felixble schedule that I'd love to fill! I'm available for part of the day nearly everyday, so let's talk about times! Being the fur mom to two very energetic boys (1 dog and 1 cat), I understand that pets will always find a way to get into trouble or hurt themselves, especially when their owners aren't around. So I always do my best to keep your fur baby calm, well exercised, and safe while I'm watching them.
About: Ever since I was a kid, my love for animals has been unstoppable! Over the years, my passion has only grown stronger, and I've been fortunate to care for both cats and dogs for a long time. Right now, I share my home with three amazing cats and three playful dogs, each with their own personality and quirks. On top of that, I love helping out my friends and neighbors by taking care of their furry companions when they’re away. Whether it's feeding, walking, or just giving them some love, I truly enjoy every moment spent with animals. Living in Columbus, working in Verona, WI, and everywhere in between, I’m always ready to provide the best care for any pet that comes my! I'm working full-time from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday, but before and after that, I'm free as a bird! With a 40-minute drive to and from work, I’m always on the move and happy to help out in Madison and surrounding communities too! I have a fenced-in yard and share my home with three dogs and three cats. If needed, I am available to stay at your home to provide dedicated care for your pets. My top priority is ensuring your pets feel safe, comfortable, and well-cared for, and I approach every interaction with patience, kindness and love.
“Thanks for taking care of Boots while we were on a long trip. It was very comforting to see a picture of him each day. Will definitely ask you to watch him again for our next trip.”
About: Hi there! My name is Nikki. Thank you so much for taking time to read my bio! I have 20 years of experience working with furry creatures both personally and professionally combined. I have previous veterinary technician experience, and have been trained in canine and feline handling and care. I am able to accommodate special needs cases. Walks, potty breaks, play time, snack time, belly rubs & picture updates are provided. I am able to teach and work on basic commands and trick training. I have two golden retrievers of my own, Jordy & Reggie- who love all! I love all animals and have grown up with pets my entire life. I can’t wait to meet your furry family member! Daily walks and playing outside in the nicer weather is a MUST for our pets. We love spending time outside enjoying the sunshine, and a lot of playtime! I have 2 privacy fences in my backyard blocking the roads in my neighborhood. My dogs stay in the backyard with no concerns. If your pet does not have recall skills, they may need to be leashed to have potty breaks outside.
About: I am reliable, responsible. I am on time. I have had pets all my life. I am very patient. I love animals. I don't drive. Though I have reliable transportation. I am a kind person. I love dogs and cats. I have watched my dad's three dogs before. I am polite. I will keep your pets happy and safe. I have older cats. I have a heart of gold. I am shy until you get to know me but not with animals. I am dependable. I love playing frisbee with dogs. I love playing with cats. I don't mind cleaning up after pets. I will feed them. I will cuddle with them. I will be their for them. I used to have a dog named champion.
About: I’ve had cats and dogs since I was four years old. Our family cares for our dogs deeply, meaning they get lots of walks and lots of love! My family and I recently just lost our fifteen year old dog Lucky due to old age, and that was hard for me. Through Lucky’s last years we gave him insulin twice a day, meaning I am very experienced in giving medicine to dogs. Im currently in school, so I usually walk my dog when I get home from school, and feed him dinner. On the weekends we take him for lots of hikes. School gets out in June, and I will be completely available after that, but currently I could only help on weekends and after 4pm on weekdays. I have a fenced yard with a five year old medium sized dog named Ferris, who just lost our older dog Lucky, and is missing his best friend, meaning he would love a playmate! Ferris gets lots of walks (three) everyday, and we feed him twice a day. We also have a crate if needed. We have multiple dog beds and food and water bowls for extra company!
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Emily B.
“Emily is patient and kind to our shy dog. Very dependable. Will continue to use her in the future!”
Heather D.Star Sitter
“Heather treated my two kitties with great care and took crew of their every need! I will absolutely be using her professional services again in the near future!”
Amber K.Star Sitter
“Amber sent us pictures of our cats and they like her which is really good. We are definitely going to have Amber look over our fur babies 😻.”
Mckenna L.Star Sitter
“McKenna was absolutely wonderful with our cat, Moo! She was so sweet and attentive, and we could tell Moo really enjoyed her visits. We loved the photo updates—such a great touch that made us feel connected while we were away. McKenna even went above and beyond by watering the flowers my son got me, which was so thoughtful and appreciated. We’d happily book with her again—thank you, McKenna!”
Camille S.
“This was my first River experience and Camille made it an excellent one! I needed late night help over the weekend at the last second and Camille was quick to respond. I truly appreciated her taking time out of her weekend nights to come meet and care for our dog! I appreciated that she sent pictures and gave me updates on how the visits went (although I’m sure that’s part of the Rover process). We will definitely be using her down the road!”
Abigail M.
“Abigail was a wonderful pet sitter for our 4 dogs and 4 cats while we were out of the state for 2 weeks. Each of my pets had pretty specific needs such as daily medications and all being fed different food, and Abigail was able to follow my instructions to a tee! Not only was she amazing at staying in touch with me and sending pictures whenever I asked, my pets also loved her! I also love that she has extensive veterinary medicine knowledge and experience, so that if any of my pets got sick while we were gone, she would know what to do! Leaving our pets for that length of time was nerve racking at first, but once we were on our trip, I did not find myself worrying at all. When we came home, my dogs were even treated to a new toy from their new friend, Abigail. I 10/10 recommended her and would 100% book her again for our pet sitting needs.”
Jayne N.
“Jayne was amazing! She even last minute came to help me out before her drop in visits! All the animals loved her :)!”
Courtney T.Star Sitter
“Courtney did a great job of keeping our fur babies company and set our minds at ease during our trip to Italy. We looked forward to the pictures and notes every day. We look forward to using her services again when we are away camping this summer. We highly recommend Courtney!!!!!”
Autumn H.
“Autumn was awesome with my cat and she’s an understanding and nice person! She made sure, that Rosy felt right at home. I will be booking her again in the near future! Thanks Autumn ?”
Tonia M.
“Tonia did an excellent job taking care of my two fur babies this past weekend. The communication and texts i received were stellar. She also left a note for me when she left summarizing the stay. I would recommend her for sure.”
Emma D.
About: Hey everyone I’m Emma! I grew up on a farm and have worked with so many different animals species. I love working with dogs and can do lots of different training exercises with your dogs. I have worked with both large and small dogs, and dogs of all ages. I used to foster dogs, and train them up for their forever homes! I am currently a college student taking courses T and THUR from 8-3. I work on my family farm currently from 8am-4pm M,W,F. But am able to stop by around noon during my lunch break if your pet requires an extra let out and I work about 2 minutes away from my house as well. I live out on a farm, so there is a large yard for you pets to run around. I have a kennel for smaller dogs and a puppy play pen already from fostering as well as basic food dishes, toys, treats, etc.
Donna S.
“Donna was wonderful with our two cats! She provided peace of mind with her detailed updates and adorable pictures of the furbabies! 10/10”
Jackie O.
“Jackie was awesome. She definitely took care of the worry of leaving our pets and she made sure to let me know they were all still doing ok especially during a stormy rainy period when we were gone. Thank you !!!”
Erin B.
“I trust Erin with any and all of my animals, from dogs to cats to snakes to tortoises, you name it! Her knowledge and compassion is truly a rarity these days! She is definitely someone I’m glad to know as she is the most dependable person I have come across on rover! Give her a call!”
Chelle T.
“Chelle T is a dog lover and has been very good with my Coonhound and Basset Hound! She has a great attention to detail and loves your pets as much as you do. She is a dog and cat owner herself, including experience with pets with special needs and is able to accommodate any special needs or requests for your pets. I Highly recommend Chelle for your pet sitting needs!”
Ciearria M.
“Thanks for taking care of Boots while we were on a long trip. It was very comforting to see a picture of him each day. Will definitely ask you to watch him again for our next trip.”
Ashley S.
“Ashley took great care of my cats with lots of pics.”
Nichole H.
“Nichole is such a great sitter for my dogs! I’ve had her watch after our 2 dogs on multiple occasions and she has always exceeded expectations. With Nichole being a certified veterinarian technician, I feel at ease knowing that my dogs are in good hands in the event of an emergency, that she will know what to do. She always ensures that the dogs are well fed/watered, they’ve received adequate exercise, and plenty of cuddles. She is my first call whenever I need somebody, even in a pinch. Nichole always comes through for my family. I know if my pupps are with Nichole, I am certain that they will be take care of by somebody who is passionate about pet care!”
Mauri F.
“Mauri is a very responsible caregiver and loves all animals especially dogs and cats and adores mine and takes very good care of them. Loves interacting with dogs and does a wonderful job taking care of them as well and is very reliable. She has been a pet owner for a long time and does an excellent job taking care of her pets along with mine and other members of her family. Very compassionate person overall and will go the extra mile in caring for any animal.”
Avery B.
“Avery was great! We had her checking in on and feeding our cats. She was on time and made sure they were loved while we were gone. Very responsible and easy to work with, will definitely have her care for our pets again.”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Columbus on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 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 Aug 2025, there are 138 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, 90% of Columbus cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Columbus have an average of 17 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 138 cat sitters in Columbus on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Columbus, 97% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 94% 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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