Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Downtown, Columbus, Ohio
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Top rated Downtown pet sitters
“We have used her twice for week long trips for our cat and she is amazing!! Always sends the best photos and videos! Will be using her again :)”
“Did an absolute amazing job taking care of my fur babies. My dog is an anxious girl and Ioana did a great job handling her and treating her with kindness. They were good buddies by the end of her visits!”
“Molly went above and beyond to help care for my dog. I would book her again in a heartbeat! I could tell my dog was in good and caring hands, and that is priceless!”
“Vanessa did a great job with Captain. I especially appreciated the update she provided at the end of the stay to let me know how things went. She asked great questions at the start and clearly has a love and appreciation for animals.”
“Jessica is my go-to Rover. My dog is typically shy and independent but he loves her and I know I can trust her to take care of him when she visits.”
“This was the second time that Thea has come and done drop-in visits with our cat while we were out of town, and I think he officially has fallen in love with her! We love the pictures/videos that she takes during the visits and always includes a great summary of the activities of the visit.”
“Sally was great, especially with my extremely shy foster dog. I loved all the pictures she sent and my dogs obviously had a great time with her!”
“Kelly went above and beyond for my pet cat. She kindly followed all my instructions, was always on time, and kept me updated with photos to ease my mind while I was away. I highly recommend Kelly to anyone who needs pet care! Thanks again for the outstanding service girl!”
“Sarah hit it off immediately with our furbabies and we so appreciated her visits with them. Would definitely recommend and hope to be able to have her next time we need a sitter or drop in!!!”
“We were so happy to have Laura watch our dog again within a quick turnaround! She was so kind to come over ahead of the visit to meet my parents’ dog who she was watching also.”
About: I have had dogs in my family since I was little and adopted a little tuxedo cat two years ago. I have worked for various humane societies and watched family and friends pets for the past 8 years. Happy to watch dogs or cats! I will be available full-time from June through early August, so pet care will be a central part of my daily routine. With a very flexible schedule, I’m able to prioritize each pet’s unique needs, whether that means regular walks, playtime, feeding, or just providing companionship. I'm committed to giving pets consistent attention and care throughout the day and adapting to any specific routines they may already have. Since I’m not able to have pets in my apartment, I provide care in my clients' homes. I focus on maintaining the pet’s regular routine in a familiar environment, which helps reduce stress and keep them comfortable. I’m attentive to each pet’s needs, whether that’s feeding, walks, playtime, administering medication, or just spending quality time together. I also make sure to keep the home tidy and follow any specific instructions the owner provides.
“Rachelle took great care of our dogs!”
About: I’ve had dogs and cats of all sizes my whole life, though I’ve owned my personal dog for less than a year. For years I’ve been the go-to friend and family member to watch dogs and cats and I love it! My family bred bulldogs growing up so I have experience with the youngest of puppies to old friends in their senior years! I’ve never met an animal that I didn’t love!! I work full-time as a pediatric ICU nurse rotating days and nights, so on my days off, I am completely free for multiple check-ins or walks. I work 3-4 shifts a week. I live in a spacious, open-concept apartment with gates for a play-pen as well as a crate if I ever need to separate dogs from one another!
“Mady is great! Arrives on time and always follows up immediately after her visit about how my dog was doing and what they did together. I highly recommend using her.”
“I always have Kylie come watch my girlie when I’m out of town and it gives me so much comfort knowing she’s so well taken care of. I also always look forward to the thorough visit descriptions and cute pictures!! Thank you, Kylie!!”
“This was my first time using Rover since moving to Columbus and Briana was the perfect sitter for my cats. I appreciated the pictures she sent after every visit and recommend her to other pet parents!”
“I contacted Cailey for a last minute drop in request and she quickly accepted! I have total peace of mind knowing she is with my dogs and that she will take the best care of them!”
“Maggie was excellent with my cat who can be a bit shy with new people. Quick, clear communication. Will definitely have Maggie care for my girl again! :)”
“Sophie was amazing! She took great care of our two dogs while we were away. She was super communicative and sent lots of photos, which we appreciated. She also seemed to really know and understand what our dogs needed. One of our dogs has a bit of anxiety, and sometimes really just needs someone to sit on the couch with her until she gets comfortable. Sophie seemed to really take note of that need and provided our dogs with lots of love and comfort. I’m sure our dogs can’t wait to have Sophie back!”
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1. Heather G.
“We have used her twice for week long trips for our cat and she is amazing!! Always sends the best photos and videos! Will be using her again :)”
2. Ioana C.
“Did an absolute amazing job taking care of my fur babies. My dog is an anxious girl and Ioana did a great job handling her and treating her with kindness. They were good buddies by the end of her visits!”
3. Molly M.
“Molly went above and beyond to help care for my dog. I would book her again in a heartbeat! I could tell my dog was in good and caring hands, and that is priceless!”
4. Vanessa S.
“Vanessa did a great job with Captain. I especially appreciated the update she provided at the end of the stay to let me know how things went. She asked great questions at the start and clearly has a love and appreciation for animals.”
5. Jessica M.
“Jessica is my go-to Rover. My dog is typically shy and independent but he loves her and I know I can trust her to take care of him when she visits.”
6. Thea M.
“This was the second time that Thea has come and done drop-in visits with our cat while we were out of town, and I think he officially has fallen in love with her! We love the pictures/videos that she takes during the visits and always includes a great summary of the activities of the visit.”
7. Sally W.
“Sally was great, especially with my extremely shy foster dog. I loved all the pictures she sent and my dogs obviously had a great time with her!”
8. Kelly E.
“Kelly went above and beyond for my pet cat. She kindly followed all my instructions, was always on time, and kept me updated with photos to ease my mind while I was away. I highly recommend Kelly to anyone who needs pet care! Thanks again for the outstanding service girl!”
9. Sarah L.
“Sarah hit it off immediately with our furbabies and we so appreciated her visits with them. Would definitely recommend and hope to be able to have her next time we need a sitter or drop in!!!”
10. Laura M.
“We were so happy to have Laura watch our dog again within a quick turnaround! She was so kind to come over ahead of the visit to meet my parents’ dog who she was watching also.”
11. Zachary C.
“Zach has watched over my cats several times while I'm gone and always treated them with love and care. He has also helped some of my friends with their dogs. He is easy to work with and can always trust him with my pets.”
12. Rachelle B.
“Rachelle took great care of our dogs!”
13. Samantha M.
“Sam has watched my dog Blair multiple times. She always makes sure Blair gets out for walks and makes sure to send me updates throughout the day. Blair loves when she gets to stay with Sam while I’m away. Sam is the best person to watch your dogs!”
14. Mady F.
“Mady is great! Arrives on time and always follows up immediately after her visit about how my dog was doing and what they did together. I highly recommend using her.”
15. Kylie S.
“I always have Kylie come watch my girlie when I’m out of town and it gives me so much comfort knowing she’s so well taken care of. I also always look forward to the thorough visit descriptions and cute pictures!! Thank you, Kylie!!”
16. Briana S.
“This was my first time using Rover since moving to Columbus and Briana was the perfect sitter for my cats. I appreciated the pictures she sent after every visit and recommend her to other pet parents!”
17. Cailey P.
“I contacted Cailey for a last minute drop in request and she quickly accepted! I have total peace of mind knowing she is with my dogs and that she will take the best care of them!”
18. Maggie A.
“Maggie was excellent with my cat who can be a bit shy with new people. Quick, clear communication. Will definitely have Maggie care for my girl again! :)”
19. Sophie S.
“Sophie was amazing! She took great care of our two dogs while we were away. She was super communicative and sent lots of photos, which we appreciated. She also seemed to really know and understand what our dogs needed. One of our dogs has a bit of anxiety, and sometimes really just needs someone to sit on the couch with her until she gets comfortable. Sophie seemed to really take note of that need and provided our dogs with lots of love and comfort. I’m sure our dogs can’t wait to have Sophie back!”
20. Elyza P.
“Eliza was great! She took care of both my cats and make sure they got plenty of playtime in. She was super professional and punctual. Will definitely use it again!”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Downtown 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 362 pet sitters in Downtown. 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, 87% of Downtown pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Downtown have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 Downtown.
Rover makes it easy to find Downtown 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 362 pet sitters in Downtown on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Downtown, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 86% 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.
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