Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In East Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL
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1. Shera M.
“Shera was amazing! I have a feisty cat and she was able to handle him well and make sure he was fed and taken care of. She also watched my dog and we came home to a happy puppy and no messes!”


2. De' Sia D.

“She’s the best! We have used her more than once for drop in care and walks while we are out of town and now I hope we never leave when she’s not available because I wouldn’t want anyone else & our doggo loves her!”


3. Cassie H.

“Cassie does a really good job of taking care of all my kitties. I'm very picky. I went on a week cruise and was worried about not having cell service and being away from my kitties. But my brother had cell service and Cassie diligently texted him with no problem. As always, she did a great job. She's very caring about pets and does her very best.”


4. Baylee R.

“Baylee did an awesome job watching over my cat Leo! If you want a lot of pictures and videos she is definitely your girl I really appreciated seeing him all the time.”


5. Jada P.

“It’s was Jada first time with my fur babies 4 days and nights if we weren’t going back home I would hire for all my travels Jada Thank you for taking care of Troy and Tiger”




6. Stacey S.


“Stacey is so lovely & my boys loved her visits! My golden got lots of fetch time in & I loved getting to see the photos while I was away. Thanks again stacey!”


7. Kara R.

“Kara was incredibly sweet and kept me well-informed about everything happening with my pets while I was away. She dedicated ample time during her visits, ensuring they received plenty of love and attention in my absence. Trusting a stranger with your fur babies and home can be daunting, but Kara made the experience completely comfortable. I’m truly grateful for her exceptional care. 20/10!”


8. Jeweliana W.

“jeweliana was absolutely amazing with my pups! on time check-ins and even stayed with them a while to make sure they were feed and hydrated. i appreciate her watching them so last minute! will definitely book again if needed.”


9. Karen A.

“Karen is amazing. Played with my two cats, showed up on time. Followed instructions to a "T", and my girls really appreciated her company and care. Made going out of town easy and stress free. I'll definitely book again when I need cat care, I cannot stress how amazing of an experience this was!”


10. Liz M.

“Liz is phenomenal! She took excellent care of our two boys while we were out of town. They're usually very skittish around strangers, but warmed up to Liz right away ☺️. She kept us up to date with plenty of adorable photos, and was kind enough to reach out whenever she had a question or concern about our kitties' routines. 10/10, I cannot recommend Liz enough!”


11. Renee F.

“Renee was so attentive to our two cats while we were out of town for four days. She showed up in a timely manner and even stayed longer one night. She was super friendly and always shared plenty of info in every update about our boys.”


12. Stephanie K.

“Stephanie is the best! I am a continuously repeat customer. I can always count on her to be available when asked, completely dependable and take loving care of my dog. She has my highest recommendations.”


13. Jenna H.

“You were amazing! Thank you so much for taking such great care of Taco! I appreciate your patience with him. You went above and beyond. Your communication was so great. Im so glad to have had someone as attentive and professional as you. 10s across the board!”


14. Corey G.

“Corey did an excellent job taking care of our cats while we were gone for a week. She came at the agreed upon time everyday, followed our instructions perfectly and sent pictures!”


15. Scarlett M.

“Best pet sitter I have found in Jacksonville. I have one perfectly behaved cat, one troublemaker cat and also a few neighborhood ferals that were in need of help. Not only did Scarlett take perfect care of my home and furbabies, but also went above and beyond in caring for and keeping me updated on the neighborhood crew. 10/10 service, experience and care.”


16. Gypsy G.

“She was great with my old, grumpy and not kind to strangers dog.”


17. Karly C.

“Karly was great! She was available super late notice and was very quick to respond each time I sent a message. She sent several photos while with my dog and I can tell in the photos she really spent time with him and made an effort to make the visit worth it. I would definitely use her again and would recommend her to anyone!”


18. Eric D.

“Eric was reliable, communicative and great with Porky. Kept me informed when he was visiting Porky and when leaving and respected my home. Much appreciated 10/10 recommended using Eric for your pet sitting needs!”


19. Delaney F.

“Delaney was very comfortable handling my dogs and they loved whenever she came over!”


20. Eden H.
“Eden is fantastic with dogs!! She is so very caring and extremely compassionate, I would highly recommend her services. Your dog will be very well taken care of!”
The median cost per night for pet sitting in East Jacksonville is $20
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Sitters in East Jacksonville average 5 repeat pet sitting clients
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 East Jacksonville 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 335 pet sitters in East Jacksonville. 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, 91% of East Jacksonville pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in East Jacksonville 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 East Jacksonville.
Rover makes it easy to find East Jacksonville 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 335 pet sitters in East Jacksonville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In East Jacksonville, 89% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 89% offer medication administration, and 89% 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.
