Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Downtown, Saint Paul, MN
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Top rated Downtown pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Can I just say, she is absolutely wonderful! Another last minute booking due to work and i know I don’t need to stress about my girl while I’m gone! 10/10 all the stars! Meow meow !!! - Ember Kitty”
“We'd never have anyone but Rachel care for our senior diabetic kitty. He always seems relaxed and happy when we return hone. Rachel is reliable and obviously really cares about animals. 100% recommended.”
“Abbie was wonderful with my kitten Ivy! She sent pictures, videos, and went above and beyond caring for my girl. I felt relaxed and comfortable leaving my cat in good hands while I was away. Would recommend and book again in the future!”
“Xinia is an excellent dog sitter! She meets my anxious dog at her level and goes above and beyond to ensure her comfort and trust. Xinia is very reliable and I just know my dog enjoys seeing her! I will definitely book her again 😊”
“This was our first experience using Rover. Thank you for making it so easy. Macy S was the best! She was so polite and conscientious. She sent the cutest pictures of our cats warming up to her and it made us feel relieved they were safe so we could enjoy our time away from them. Overall very positive experience. Would use Rover again.”
“Katie was great with Georgie. She is a people-shy cat, and I was worried about her being alone for a few weeks. It took a little time, but Katie got her to come out for scratches and pets.”
“Elizabeth was very communicative during her check-ins, and the cats took to her very well! Even my shy kitty who usually hides, came out to say hello! Thank you, Elizabeth!”
“Kristen started regular drop-ins with our dog last week, and so far we’ve been so pleased! She’s very timely and it’s obvious that she loves animals. We get an update with photos every day which is great. We are really thankful to have her!”
“Angela was wonderful! She came into our home for 10 days to take care of our cats while we were out of town. Having someone you can trust makes everything so much easier!”
“Kelsey did an amazing job!! Was very responsive to my little dudes’ needs and let me know if anything seemed off. Was also very responsive to communication and flexible with logistics around handing off house keys, etc. and is generally just really cool, nice and professional! Would highly recommend 🥳”
“Jill did an amazing job caring for our two cats and keeping us updated daily with photos and texts. I would not hesitate to use her again or recommend her to others!”
“I booked Danielle for a daily check-in with my two cats while I was on a trip. She sent pics of them every day and obviously they love her very much! I would definitely rebook with Danielle in the future!”
“Penny has been great. Norbu seems to really like her, she was very punctual and appeared to enjoy what she is doing. I would definitely use Penny again.”
About: My first German Shepard, Sheeba, trotted into my life when I was 4, and my intense, burning passion for dogs ignited. I’ve had them throughout my life and have yet to meet a dog I didn’t adore. Basically, I’m the guy at house parties in the office alone smooshing your pup’s face and giving them belly rubs. I’m comfortable with all sorts of breeds and temperaments. I work remote in a deadline based job that offers me some excellent flexibility. I’m able to be on site with your dog throughout the day, ensuring they get plenty of attention and outside time. When I’m caring for your dog, I’m caring for your family member. I know firsthand the amount of trust it takes to allow someone to be responsible for your loved one(s) and respect your property, and I don’t take that lightly.
“Kayleah is great! She helped us out last minute and was so efficient with communication during our time away. Our cat is also very particular about strangers and she did a great job taking care of him. We will continue to book her if we ever need someone to take care of our little fur babies while we’re gone.”
“Ashley is an awesome pet sitter! I hate to even call her that - she's your pets best friend when you're out of town. She's attentive, follows complicated directions flawlessly, and truly loves and cares for your animals like they're your own. She even accommodated a last minute personal emergency with grace. Thank you Ashley, I can't wait to work together in the future. Sushi and Bamboo already miss your playtimes!”
“Hannah was a pleasure to work with, and both cats (including our shy cat) clearly enjoyed her visits! I felt confident they were well cared for. I would absolutely recommend Hannah!”
“elysabeth did an amazing job watching my cat. wrote out thoughtful updates and included some adorable pictures as well. i would definitely recommend her as a sitter!”
“Stephanie is a fantastic sitter!! From the first time our cat Nora met her, it was love. Nora has been hesitant to welcome guests at times, but not Stephanie. Nora sniffed her face and proceeded to love on Stephanie like they were long lost pals. Based on pictures Stephanie sent when here for visits, Nora’s love and comfort continued! We too were comfortable and confident in Stephanie taking care of Nora. Her daily reports are thorough and everything went well while we were gone. I will certainly have Stephanie take care of Nora again!!”
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Laura Jean F.
Star Sitter
“Can I just say, she is absolutely wonderful! Another last minute booking due to work and i know I don’t need to stress about my girl while I’m gone! 10/10 all the stars! Meow meow !!! - Ember Kitty”
Rachel F.Star Sitter
“We'd never have anyone but Rachel care for our senior diabetic kitty. He always seems relaxed and happy when we return hone. Rachel is reliable and obviously really cares about animals. 100% recommended.”
Abbie F.Star Sitter
“Abbie was wonderful with my kitten Ivy! She sent pictures, videos, and went above and beyond caring for my girl. I felt relaxed and comfortable leaving my cat in good hands while I was away. Would recommend and book again in the future!”
Xinia A.
“Xinia is an excellent dog sitter! She meets my anxious dog at her level and goes above and beyond to ensure her comfort and trust. Xinia is very reliable and I just know my dog enjoys seeing her! I will definitely book her again 😊”
Macy S.Star Sitter
“This was our first experience using Rover. Thank you for making it so easy. Macy S was the best! She was so polite and conscientious. She sent the cutest pictures of our cats warming up to her and it made us feel relieved they were safe so we could enjoy our time away from them. Overall very positive experience. Would use Rover again.”
Katie S.
“Katie was great with Georgie. She is a people-shy cat, and I was worried about her being alone for a few weeks. It took a little time, but Katie got her to come out for scratches and pets.”
Elizabeth P.Star Sitter
“Elizabeth was very communicative during her check-ins, and the cats took to her very well! Even my shy kitty who usually hides, came out to say hello! Thank you, Elizabeth!”
Kristen E.Star Sitter
“Kristen started regular drop-ins with our dog last week, and so far we’ve been so pleased! She’s very timely and it’s obvious that she loves animals. We get an update with photos every day which is great. We are really thankful to have her!”
Angela J.Star Sitter
“Angela was wonderful! She came into our home for 10 days to take care of our cats while we were out of town. Having someone you can trust makes everything so much easier!”
Kelsey F.
“Kelsey did an amazing job!! Was very responsive to my little dudes’ needs and let me know if anything seemed off. Was also very responsive to communication and flexible with logistics around handing off house keys, etc. and is generally just really cool, nice and professional! Would highly recommend 🥳”
Jill R.Star Sitter
“Jill did an amazing job caring for our two cats and keeping us updated daily with photos and texts. I would not hesitate to use her again or recommend her to others!”
Danielle J.Star Sitter
“I booked Danielle for a daily check-in with my two cats while I was on a trip. She sent pics of them every day and obviously they love her very much! I would definitely rebook with Danielle in the future!”
Penny W.Star Sitter
“Penny has been great. Norbu seems to really like her, she was very punctual and appeared to enjoy what she is doing. I would definitely use Penny again.”
Brian C.
“Brian is an outstanding petsitter and pet owner who is caring, attentive, and reliable. He treats his pup like a queen and shes very well loved and cared for. Brian is an early bird too which can be a good match if your pet is an early riser. He’s also great photographer and has taken some of my favorite pictures of my cat and my parent’s dog. I would highly recommend Brian as a pet caregiver if you’re looking for a trustworthy person who loves animals.”
Kayleah L.Star Sitter
“Kayleah is great! She helped us out last minute and was so efficient with communication during our time away. Our cat is also very particular about strangers and she did a great job taking care of him. We will continue to book her if we ever need someone to take care of our little fur babies while we’re gone.”
Ashley S.Star Sitter
“Ashley is an awesome pet sitter! I hate to even call her that - she's your pets best friend when you're out of town. She's attentive, follows complicated directions flawlessly, and truly loves and cares for your animals like they're your own. She even accommodated a last minute personal emergency with grace. Thank you Ashley, I can't wait to work together in the future. Sushi and Bamboo already miss your playtimes!”
Hannah S.
“Hannah was a pleasure to work with, and both cats (including our shy cat) clearly enjoyed her visits! I felt confident they were well cared for. I would absolutely recommend Hannah!”
Elysabeth P.
“elysabeth did an amazing job watching my cat. wrote out thoughtful updates and included some adorable pictures as well. i would definitely recommend her as a sitter!”
Stephanie F.
“Stephanie is a fantastic sitter!! From the first time our cat Nora met her, it was love. Nora has been hesitant to welcome guests at times, but not Stephanie. Nora sniffed her face and proceeded to love on Stephanie like they were long lost pals. Based on pictures Stephanie sent when here for visits, Nora’s love and comfort continued! We too were comfortable and confident in Stephanie taking care of Nora. Her daily reports are thorough and everything went well while we were gone. I will certainly have Stephanie take care of Nora again!!”
Downtown pet parents share their Rover experiences
Alex is so great with Piglet. He adores her. So many pictures of him asking for belly rubs! That tells me everything I need to know. So happy to have her take care of Piglet.
I’m so grateful to have found Jill to keep an eye on my three kitties while I was away. I loved all the photos and updates she provided and appreciated her flexibility! Thank you so much!!
This was the first time we used the service and we were not disappointed. Alicia is knows her stuff, is very personable and took good care of our pup. Thank you!
Sarah was absolutely the best with my two kitties!! She went above and beyond with them- and cared for my home like it was her own, too. Both of my cats eat different kinds of food, one day there was extra wet food to discard and she took the extra step to actually take my trash out so there wasn’t a smell when I came home. She was very communicative the whole time and sent the cutest updates on every drop in. Having the peace of mind while I was away with her as my sitter was really irreplaceable. I will definitely be coming back to her for pet care going forward! 😊
Brenna again went above and beyond, not only for our cats but also hauling super heavy packages into our garage for us. Thank you so much!
Katie did an excellent job of sending updates and photos/videos. Our dogs looked like they had a blast playing while we were out of town! Very happy with the service we received from Katie.
My cat was in good hands while I was away. Nicole spent time playing and cuddling and sent cute photos. I would highly recommend!
Stephanie was great! She kept me updated on my two cats, in great detail. I will be using her services again!
Similar to the first time, we were incredibly happy and comfortable leaving our dogs (and cat) in Jessica's care. Highly recommend!!!
Allison was great with my very asocial cat. I’d a fantasist jobs of meeting my cats needs and wants. Extremely satisfied with the care provided
Liz is so reliable and accommodating. I wish we traveled more often so my dogs could spend more time with time with her. They are always well cared for and happy when we come home
Angela was very flexible and helped us out on very short notice. She arrived exactly when she said she would, fed and pottied my three dogs, had some play time and did some special care with my senior boy. I will call on her again if needed.
Bieber always appreciates his time with Katie getting walks, attention, and snuggles. We appreciate her kindness and professionalism. 🖤🤎🐾
All three of our animals adored Sierra. She’s our favorite pet sitter. She’s professional, communicative, punctual, and definitely loves animals.
Penny is great. She’s very punctual, Norbu loved going for walks with her and she even played with him a little before the walk. Would definitely recommend Penny.
Emma took great care of our dog and two kitties while we were gone for 4 days. She was very communicative and asked thoughtful questions, so it was obvious she truly cared about them. I would definitely book her again!
Julia was so sweet with Kulfi and was a lifesaver being able to drop in and watch him last minute. I would definitely recommend her!
Mary Louise is an absolute gem! My partner and I entrusted her with our two very particular cats for a few days, and we returned to find them happy, healthy, and remarkably relaxed. She sent us daily updates with photos, which completely put our minds at ease. It was clear she genuinely cared for our little babies. Our cats were clearly comfortable with her, and she went above and beyond to make sure they were well-fed, played with, and given plenty of affection. I highly recommend Mary Louise to anyone looking for a truly exceptional pet sitter. 5 stars all the way!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Downtown is $23
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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 Aug 2025 was about $23 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.
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 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
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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