Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Downtown, Tampa
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1. Frangelica A.
“Frangelica did SUCH an amazing job watching my cat Ella. She went above and beyond to make the meet up convenient and efficient & She was always right on time and stayed the full stay and my cat loved her! She also is just a very sweet person, and I will definitely hire her again in the future! I usually worry a lot about leaving my cat when I go on vacation but this time I felt really at ease and happy with my sitter. Thank you!”
2. Zoe S.
“Zoe was so helpful with our puppy! She gave us detailed reports and even helped her with her walking manners. Would definitely recommend Zoe!”
3. Calix S.
“Calix was amazing when watching my dog this past weekend! He gave me tons of updates and definitely my best experience using Rover so far. I would highly recommend him when looking for someone to watch your pets!”
4. Christine R.
“Such an amazing experience, my first time using Rover and Christine made the process so easy and was so helpful!! She kept me informed about all the visits! Will definitely be using her again if Nitro needs a sitter 💕🙌”
5. Emma P.
“Emma was fantastic! I had never used a pet sitter before and was soooo happy I chose Emma! She was so thoughtful and sweet to my Evee. My Evee is a super sweet little girl and I cherish her! I couldn't have been happier to receive my pictures and updates each day from Emma! It made me at ease to know she was so well taken care of. I would recommend Emma for all your pet sitting needs! Thank you Emma!”
6. Rachel D.
“Rachel, you are awesome! Thanks for making our whirlwind few days enjoyable, knowing our two furry friends had amazing care! Thank you for rolling with a couple of scheduling changes and going the extra mile!”
7. Shelby B.
“Shelby was great!! He was great at communicating and was very kind and caring to our pup. We highly recommend him and trust him with our dog!”
8. Johnny W.
“Johnny was recommended to us by friends and was great and easy to work with. Our puppy loved hanging out with him on her drop in. We will definitely be using Johnny again soon.”
9. Brooke R.
“Brooke has been watching my puppy Mazie for over a month now! She is always on time, lets me know how Mazie is doing, and sends lots of pictures. If you are looking for a sitter I would 100% recommend her, she’s the best!”
10. Jessica Z.
“Jessica is wonderful with pets, I personally have had Jessica watch two of my dogs. She trustworthy, reliable and would go the extra mile to make sure you pets are comfortable.”
11. Samantha D.
“Thank you again! Ghost likes to give lots of kisses! They enjoyed your walks! Samantha has taken care of our pups previously and she is great!”
12. Zach D.
“Zach used to babysit my dog and my dog didn’t want him to leave! He has such a passion for animals and treats every animal like his own. I definitely recommend him!”
13. Rylee D.
“This was my first time getting someone through this app and I was honestly a little nervous to have someone in my house while I was away but rylee was great! She sent me updates and pictures everytime ❤️ which made me feel so comfortable ❤️ ty so much!!!! I appreciate you.”
14. Chloe H.
“Chloe is a very caring and kind petsitter. She came to the rescue on very short notice and brought a sense of calm and order in a difficult time for me. She went the extra mile who I will use her again for sure.”
15. Erin H.
“Erin is so loving to our 6 year old Labradoodle- Penny gets excited just to see Erin. We do highly recommend her care and service.”
16. Sean S.
About: I currently have a 9 year old King Charles, and grew up around many different types of dogs. Please consider me for your dog needs! Full-time remote. I’m pretty flexible with my schedule. My calendar is marked off a lot, but please reach out and I believe we can make something work! My King Charles enjoys multiples walks daily. I’m offering a place for your pet to stay, receive love, fed, walked etc.. I will not bathe your pet.
17. Rachel N.
“Rachel took great of Moose! Gave him lots of attention and care. She communicated every detail with me. I felt comfortable leaving Moose in her care and it seems like he had a great time! I would definitely book her again in the future.”
18. Desiree R.
“Desiree was amazing!!!! From an overprotective worrying dog mom’s perspective I absolutely adored getting real time photos of my pup. Thank you ☺️❤️”
19. Sophia D.
“Sophia absolutely loves her fur babies. She grew up in a house full of pets, and as soon as she could work, she was employed at a dog kennel. She has been pet sitting and walking for over 10 years and can be trusted with your family member. Sophia has experience with dogs of all sizes and breeds, including those with special needs. She is skilled in administering medication, handling multiple dogs at once, and ensuring each pet gets the exercise and attention they need. Her dedication and passion for animals are evident in the care and love she provides.”
20. Noah G.
“Noah is very responsive, responsible and loving of our dog. He’s always so interactive and loves to see our dog happy! He’s very attentive to what our dog needs, whether it be play time, potty time, eating time or just plain tummy scratching time. We will absolutely have him watch our dog Jack, any time!”
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Pet Sitting FAQs
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 936 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, 88% of Downtown pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Downtown have an average of 16 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 936 pet sitters in Downtown on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Downtown, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 88% 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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