Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Downtown, Lakeland, FL
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âWe have received an outstanding and amazing help from Yaritza, our doggy loves her and she was so professional throughout the process of our first time hiring sitter services for my pup. Thanks so much for everything Yaritza!â


âRuth was awesome!!! My kitties didnt sem stressed or neglected when i got back and their area was clean. I also love that she sent photos each day. I plan on using Ruth again. Thanks so much!!!!â

âAmber was awesome and Iâll definitely try to schedule her again the next time weâre out of town. She did drop-in visits for my two kitties, and her reports were great! She was thorough, detailed, professional and of course great with the fur babies.â
About: I've owned and cared for all types of dogs. I've walked and cared for large and small. I've experenced easy, well trained to the most challenging. I love them all. I'm retired, so I can easily work in walks, drop-ins, and sittings during my days. Most days I'm available after 10 A.M., but I'm flexible. I only do care at the pet parent's house, and I follow the guidelines the pet-parent sets because routines are important for consistency. I will always respect your home.
âWe had Elizabeth come for a drop in visit for our two cats over the holidays and she did everything they needed in our absence. She is very communicative and was attentive to the animals and our needs!â

âWe had Kylee come check on our dogs while we were at the beach for 6 days. We were nervous to leave our dogs since we had never left them with a sitter for more than 1 day. Kylee was INCREDIBLE and kept us updated on how they were doing and made sure they felt loved while we were on vacation! Weâll definitely be using her again! â¤ď¸â

About: Iâve taken care of all kinds of animals ever since I was 5 years old! Iâve taken my time to learn animal behaviors and I can assure your pet will be in good hands. I have had the chance of taking care of multiple animals! Ranging from dogs, cats, goats, pigs, many kinds of birds, reptiles, amphibians and many more. Ive also taken care of many animals of many ages in life. I am mostly always free! I am a student just earning money and experience to become a future veterinarian. I have a great passion for all things animal related so I hope to have the greatest opportunity to take care of your pets! (Hablo espaĂąol) I am currently a student just earning money and studying. So I am almost always free! (unless my parents planned something.) If anything comes up I will always let you know! I have a dog of my own that is very friendly! If you'd like to socialize your pet I can help! I don't mind buying things to ensure your pets needs are met. (within reason and budget of course)
About: Hi there! Iâm a lifelong animal lover who grew up with a dog and two cats and honestly, I canât remember a time when there wasnât a furry friend by my side. Iâve always been surrounded by animals, from family pets to farm animals, and over the years Iâve become the go-to pet sitter for friends and neighbors. Now that Iâm a college student, I really miss having animals around, so Iâm excited to share my love and care with your pets! Whether itâs going for walks, playtime, or just keeping them company, Iâll treat your pets like my own. I know how important it is to trust someone with your furry family members, and Iâll always make sure theyâre safe, happy, and loved! I am currently in a social work graduate program that meets on Monday and Tuesday evenings, but other than that my schedule is incredibly flexible! I live in a pet-friendly apartment with two friendly cats (who can easily be separated if needed), a screened-in patio perfect for lounging, and access to a dog park and safe walking trail nearby. Itâs a cozy, welcoming space where pets can feel relaxed and at home. Iâm comfortable following any specific care routines or instructions you provide, and Iâm also very intuitive when it comes to understanding an animalâs needs and emotions. Whether your pet needs extra playtime, quiet companionship, or just someone to make them feel secure while youâre away, Iâm happy to provide that love and attention.
About: I love to be able to care and provide happiness to all animals, being able to give them love and take care of their needs while their fur parents are at work is an honor. I currently have availability for early morning 6am-11am Monday-Friday . I ask for at least 1 day advance for booking and cancellations. For any hours outside of these please contact me and I may be able to accommodate. I find it very important to have a set routine and schedule for my own pets to give them a safe and comfortable life that sets them up for success.
âVanessa is always ready to do all things you ask, while taking care of your fur baby. Pictures and report of everything that happened while you were gone. My Figgy loves her, she is the best. Trust worthy, dependable and prompt. She is very caring, Thanks Vanessa you do not disappoint.â

âJennifer is the best!!!! My cats were treated so well that I didn't see any difference in their behavior after our extended departure. They were relaxed when we arrived and I could see right away that they really liked the care Jennifer gave them. Jennifer was very helpful and available. She helped us out when our trip out of the country was extended by 2 weeks. I had peace of mind knowing my cats were in good hands. Everything was clean when I arrived and my cats had missed us, but I could see that they were relaxed and well fed. seraphin, my most shy cat, was super comfortable with her, and that's a great proof of the quality of the bond Jennifer knows how to build with animals. Thank you :-)â

âA huge lifesaver. They were able to feed and visit with my gfs dog and give me peace of mind for the morning. They were very communicative and sent a great photo of him.â

âAlberto was wonderful! Warm, friendly, fantastic with my dogs and extremely knowledgeable with tons of experience. He is very trustworthy, professional and easy to communicate with. He showed up when scheduled and my dogs loved getting to spend time with him---plus he brought treats! I highly recommend!â
âSia was wonderful! Our pup is a little shy at first, and Sia was so patient and warm while Apple warmed up to her. She gave detailed explanation of what they did together, and took many pictures to show our sweet happy pup in her care! I am so glad to have found Sia, and I will definitely be using her again!â

About: Iâve walked dogs around my neighborhood for the past four years. I have lots of experience with animalsâ I personally have many different animals such as dogs, cats, and others! Iâve had experience in the veterinary field and want to pursue the veterinary field and become a licensed veterinarian! I am free for whenever is needed! I am hoping to head over to college soon but in the mean time work up some cash! I have been walking dogs around my own neighborhood around four years now. I treat the animals week, in which they are safe and happy!
âAlison took great care of our fur babies while we were away. We needed a pet sitter last minute and she was very accomodating. We'd love you use her again and we highly recommend!â
âThank you Micah for coming through for me on last minute notice!! Cannot sat enough of how nice it is to know my BIG baby is taken care of if something comes up. Thank you so much!!â

âApril was amazing. Very professional. Took care of any changes we had immediately. Our Animal kingdom loved her, and she loved taking care of them. She was always on time for her drop-ins and she checked in and checked out perfectly. She let us know of any issues, a and took care of them immediately. Such a pleasure knowing that we could relax knowing our pets would be well cared for. We were able to concentrate on our family. We will most definitely book with her again.â

Downtown pet parents share their Rover experiences
I recently had Sia cat sit for my cat, Mylo, and she was fantastic. Sia came to my home each evening, feeding him, letting him enjoy some time on the back porch, and giving him company. From the start, communication was easy and reassuring. She sent quick updates and was punctual every day, which gave me great peace of mind. When I returned, Mylo was relaxed and happy clear signs heâd been well cared for. Itâs not easy to find someone who treats your pet like their own, but Sia absolutely did. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dependable, kind, and caring cat sitter.

Katherine is our favorite pet sitter weâve ever had! As someone who feels anxiety leaving their pets in someoneâs care, I can finally enjoy my time away from home because she takes such great care of them. She takes lots of fun pictures of their time together and my dogs love when she comes to play. I cannot recommend her enough!

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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available 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 youâre awayâwhether itâs 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 whoâd love to socialize with their pet sitterâs pets
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 itâsometimes 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 sitterâs cancellation policy.









