Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Downtown, San Francisco, CA
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Top rated Downtown pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Carolyn is so great with our lab Morty! She’s always very responsive and is flexible with last minute requests and changes! Will always keep her at the top of our list!”
“Maria did such an amazing job taking care of my cat while I was away. She was super communicative and gave great updates and pictures, and gave my cat lots of pets and love--when we came home our cat was happy and in a great mood thanks to Maria's amazing care. Thank you again Maria!”
“Abby did an amazing job with our dog Dakota! She is super responsive, on time, and Dakota is always excited to see her when she comes! Dakota is a bit reactive with dogs sometimes on walks, but when she’s with Abby I am never worried about her since she’s so on top of it.”
About: I understand that our pets aren't just pets, they are extremely valued members of our family. I treat every dog like they are my own, I make sure to follow each dogs routine closely, provide plenty of exercise and affection, and keep dog owners updated with photos and messages. I am currently a student at the University of Central Florida. I recently switched fully online and moved to San Francisco 5 months ago. Walking dogs would be the perfect addition to my daily routine. I care for my pets like I would care for my children. I treat every pet like my own and make sure they are happy, comfortable, safe, and loved. Dogs are better than humans and deserve the world.
About: No he tenido mucho experiencia cuidando animales pero he cuidado por horas o paseado perros. Me gusta jugar con ellos y me frutería saber más y aprender de ellos. Soy responsable Actualmente trabajo a tiempo parcial y estudio en casa. Entonces creo que tengo el tiempo para poder cuidarlos pues deseo ampliar mi experiencia y conocer más de ellos Vivo en un edificio que tiene área para mascotas seguro y confiable donde puedo pasearlos y jugar con ellos. Hay otras mascotas con las cuales podría jugar también
About: Hello! I have lived with & cared for cats and dogs my whole life, and I am comfortable with a wide variety of pets, including puppies/kittens, senior pets, pets with special needs. I will show your pet all the love you would, and I have plenty of energy, so I am more than happy to tire your pup out! I currently work a hybrid job in tech, working from home on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. I am fairly flexible then and on the weekends. Available for house visits & walking, not available for boarding. Flexible with individual pet needs & your working schedule! Able to keep up with your pup’s energy!
About: I have rescued, sheltered and homed 15 cats with varying special needs. I have fostered newborns, and have provided rehabilitative medical care. Trust and stress management are integral to the way I interact with cats. I'm currently working from home and so I will generally be around all day. My daily cleaning routine includes the litter boxes and food bowls, along with notes on food/water consumption and elimination. Your cat will have places to hide and feel safe, and will get as much or as little attention as they want. There are currently no other cats or animals in the apartment.
About: I've been around animals my entire live and started caring for them at a young age. Over the years, I've had the pleasure of working with puppies, senior pets, those with disabilities, timid animals, and breeds often labeled as "aggressive." My training experience includes leash and off-leash commands, bike and walking etiquette, toy-focused training (like fetch, returning toys, and managing aggression), and fun tricks such as shake, roll over, and even finding a specific family member or pet by name. I have experience helping pets adjust to new homes or new additionas to the family, and supporting animals working through fear or trauma--wheather it's discomfort around certain people or anxiety triggered by things like skateboards or bikes. Most importantly, I genuinely love spending time with animals--whether it is playing, snuggling, or simply being in their company. I currently work from home allowing for some flexibility with where I work and taking breaks throughout the day to help care for your pet. I pay close attention to instructions left and special care and attention to the needs of your pet. I like to be as fully prepared as possible and like to plan out time needed to get to and from your home, time to a vet or hospital in worse case scenarios, and be aware of any changes in environment or behavior of you pet to ensure their safety and should something happen clear and concise answers to a vet for better care and treatment.
About: I love dogs and am great at predicting and interpreting their needs and have experience with dogs of all sizes and sociability. I understand their need to feel comfortable and secure. I get them on a deep emotional level and I’m naturally very intuitive. I don’t believe in short cuts and always finish a task to my satisfaction which most people find to excel above and beyond their expectations. There’s no long days or hard days so long as I’m doing what I love: spending time with animals and making as many pooches as I come into contact with feel loved, cared for, and content. I promise not to fall IN love with yr dog but I can’t guarantee yr dog won’t fall for me! My availability is Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays, but I can be more available with more advanced notice (so I can take the time off my full time job). I make sure I respect their space (for shy or reactive dogs) or that I’m available to cuddle for the more affectionate pups (and cats).
“Charles is a true professional! He did a superb job taking care of our cats and we appreciate his efforts. We will 100% call Charles the next time we travel. Thank you, Sir!”
About: I have experience caring for both dogs and cats and am a proud dog mom to my 6-year-old doodle, Cooper. I also live with a cat. As an early childhood educator, I’m responsible, attentive, and nurturing. I'm currently a full-time early childhood educator looking for a part-time gig on the weekends. Currently available in the mornings to evenings! I care for every pet like my own and respectful of other people’s spaces and homes. For walks, I provide safe, attentive exercise tailored to your dog’s pace and energy. For drop-ins, I stick closely to your pet’s routine — feeding, fresh water, potty breaks/litter scooping, playtime, medication if needed, and lots of love. I’m patient, observant, and reliable, and I always send photo updates so you feel connected while you’re away.
About: I have taken care of dogs and cats since I was 10. Friends and family have relied on me to check in with, feed , play and snuggle with their pets. I’m currently working part-time so, time is flexible. I will have a plenty of time to hang out with your pets. I’m available for week day and on weekends also. I will set my available time on my schedule. I always try to follow the consistent routine. My own cats have set time for meal and play. I bring the same structure and attentiveness to every pets I care for.
“David was so great helping with my new pup! He introduced me to some new training tips and would always leave a detailed report after walking my puppy. I really appreciated his flexibility and effort to teach me as well as my puppy. Super helpful having David be around Pico while I was at the office, very respectful of my house/belongings. Would definitely recommend David to new puppy owners and dog owners across the board!”
“Xinyuan did a fantastic job taking care of my cat. She made sure everything on my care guide was followed carefully and kept me updated throughout. I would definitely book her again.”
“Brianna is amazing! My cat warmed up to her almost immediately, and she followed all my instructions and provided great pictures. She was also super flexible with scheduling and arranging the meet and greet. I definitely plan on having her back to watch my cat in the future.”
About: I’ve taken care of two malamutes from puppy stage to adult stage. Very intuitive with dogs as far as noticing issues that might be bothering them. I currently work primarily for Instacart. So my schedule is 100 % flexible. If I am available when you need help with your animal I will be happy to help If I am taking care of a pet at a clients home I will make sure that the house is dog safe so that nothing in the home gets damaged or misused.
“Katie took excellent care of my two kittens. She wrote very descriptive summaries of her visit. She was able to get their mattings out which as ragdolls can be difficult to do. Their litter box area was left in immaculate condition. Could not recommend Katie more to look after your kittens!”
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We had a really great experience with Kimberly. Lots of photos, good communication, our cats looked very well taken care of and actively played with, and our home was in good shape when we came home which isn’t often the case when we return from a trip where the cats are living sans human. Thank you Kimberly !!
We were lucky to find Samantha! We adopted our shy kitten 1.5 months ago, she is pretty wary of strangers and will go hide any time we have guests over. Samantha was patient and gained our cat’s trust very quickly! She would lay on the floor with a churu and slowly our cat would come out from under the bed or the couch lining. By the end of the visit, Harper was coming up to her excited to see her when she’d come into the apt. After getting her from her hiding spots, Samantha spent a lot of time playing with her and petting her. She would update us on the automatic food and water situations. We got many pics and videos everyday which we loved seeing how Harper was doing while we were away. We are new cat owners and you can tell Samantha is experienced and loved on our cat! We would definitely rebook again!
Sophia was a wonderful cat sitter!!! She took amazing care of my boy and he loved her so much! 🥰 Sophia was also a wonderful, prompt communicator and was able to help me with an errand at my house while I was gone! I highly recommend Sophia and would love to have her watch Waffles again ☺️
She took great care of my cat Lucy while I was away. I really appreciated the Rover cards, photos, and the extra updates she sent by text. It made me feel a lot better about being away for the week. I also felt really comfortable having her in my home. You can tell right away that she’s a genuinely good person, and Lucy trusted her almost immediately, which says a lot. I would definitely book with her again!
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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.
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