Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in East Congress, Austin, TX
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Top rated East Congress pet sitters
“Emily was amazing with my kitties! I have a skittish boy that doesn't take easily to anyone and he fell for her. I have such anxiety around leaving them with anyone and her photos and updates put me at ease. Thank you Emily!”
“Laura was amazing! Helped watch our cat Mallie for an extended time while we were away and was super helpful and communicative. Would absolutely recommend to book with her!”
“Ive definitely had a bad experience with rover sitters before and almost deleted the app. Let me tell you, Christine turned it around for me, this is the second time using her and she’s amazing. Punctual, leaves details about her trip, and it puts my mind at ease. Plus my kitties love her!!! Could not recommend her enough!!”
“Misha was very reliable, friendly, accommodated the special needs of my cats and myself, and was a great pet sitter!! I will definitely ask him to sit again!!!”
About: Hi! I’m Kensy a reliable and caring pet sitter based in South Austin. With years of experience caring for dogs and cats of all ages and temperaments, I treat every pet like family whether they need a long walk, cozy snuggles, or just someone to keep them company while you're away. I’ve worked closely with families (as a nanny and sitter), and I bring that same nurturing, dependable energy to caring for animals. I understand how important it is to find someone you can truly trust with your furry loved one. 🐾 Services I Offer: Dog Walking Drop-In Visits (feeding, playtime, potty breaks) House Sitting (limited availability) Medication Administration (if needed) I’m available mornings, afternoons, and weekends and I’m always happy to accommodate your pet’s specific needs and routines. Let’s make sure your pet feels safe, loved, and stress-free while you're away! Based in South Austin, I offer part-time availability in the mornings, afternoons, and weekends. I’m dependable, communicative, and always happy to send photos and updates to keep you in the loop while you’re away. I have a fenced yard and two friendly dogs around the house , but with my 2 year old shih tzu is the one who is going to be around the house the most . I provide a clean, pet-friendly environment with cozy spaces for rest, regular potty breaks, and plenty of playtime. I stick closely to their usual routines (feeding, walks, medication, etc.) to minimize stress and help them adjust smoothly. I never leave pets unattended for long periods and always ensure they’re in a secure, supervised space. I also send regular photo and video updates so pet parents know their furry friend is happy and in good hands.
“Gil was so amazing! His drop off visits were always on time, full of fun, cute photos of my pets and he gave great updates. He is trustworthy and will not let you down! I will definitely use Gil again in the future!!”
“Julia was amazing!! I felt completely at ease trusting her with my dog. She really went above and beyond to make sure he was safe, happy, and having the best time. I loved seeing all the photos and knowing that he got plenty of exercise and playtime while I was away. It gave me so much peace of mind (:”
“Sarah did a great with our fur babies! Even Zoey who doesn’t take to new people quickly came around and was giving kisses. Sarah sent multiple photos and updates during the evening so we were able to enjoy ourselves at the Super Bowl party and not have to worry about them. They were well loved! We have booked her again for a trip in April.”
“Dan was incredible and took great care of my pets! He did an awesome job checking in on my fur babies while I was out of town and sent lots of updates. :)”
“Katherine was extremely sweet & caring when meeting Zoey & Balto today! I’m so happy that they feel comfortable with her & we look forward to this week!! :)”
“Caitlin was wonderful! She was very communicative, followed all instructions perfectly and she’s funny (bonus)! My dogs 🐕 🐶 didn’t complain so 5 stars across the board. Very grateful to have such great care when I’m away!”
“Summer is amazing as usual!!! Took care of my Izzy’s mid day walks while I was on a week long vacation and always sends the best updates and cutest photos! Book Summer if you want someone to take great care of your pet. You can always trust that they are getting good exercise and everything else they need with her!!☺️”
“I feel so blessed to have found Victoria. I travel a lot for business and pleasure. Having the right sitter is everything. Victoria’s intelligence and experience with senior pets gives me the peace of mind I need not to put my life on hold.”
About: Hi! I’m Sheila! caring for them most I’ve grown up with family dogs and have been caring for them most of my life. I currently have two wonderful dogs, Steel and Venus. Both have larger than life personalities and very different needs. Steel has had several medical needs over the years, which has given me extensive hands on experience with administering medications, managing special diets, and providing extra comfort and attention during recovery. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet, especially when they have medical or behavioral needs. Whether your pup needs playtime, snuggles, a walk, or specialized care, I’ll treat them like one of my own pups. I currently work part-time, overnight Friday and Saturday, and have open availability during the week. My days are super open and my day to day schedule is extremely flexible. In my home, I follow their regular routine as closely as possible. Whether that’s feeding schedules, walks, medication, or quiet time. I have two friendly resident dogs, Steel and Venus, who are socialized and used to having other dogs around. I always do slow, supervised introductions to ensure everyone feels safe and gets along well When in someone else's home, I treat your home with respect and your pet with the same love and attention I give my own. I keep communication open with regular updates and photos, so you feel confident your pet is in good hands
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Jillian & Clayton Z.Star Sitter
“Jillian was a great pet sitter! Very reliable and responsible. I would highly recommend her to watch your pets and will use her in the future!”
Emily S.Star Sitter
“Emily was amazing with my kitties! I have a skittish boy that doesn't take easily to anyone and he fell for her. I have such anxiety around leaving them with anyone and her photos and updates put me at ease. Thank you Emily!”
Lillian M.Star Sitter
“Lillian was great! Very friendly, had no issues with communication or the cat care itself. She sent photos each check in and I had no worries during my travel.”
Laura K.Star Sitter
“Laura was amazing! Helped watch our cat Mallie for an extended time while we were away and was super helpful and communicative. Would absolutely recommend to book with her!”
Christine & Felipe C.Star Sitter
“Ive definitely had a bad experience with rover sitters before and almost deleted the app. Let me tell you, Christine turned it around for me, this is the second time using her and she’s amazing. Punctual, leaves details about her trip, and it puts my mind at ease. Plus my kitties love her!!! Could not recommend her enough!!”
Misha Z.Star Sitter
“Misha was very reliable, friendly, accommodated the special needs of my cats and myself, and was a great pet sitter!! I will definitely ask him to sit again!!!”
Madeline B.Star Sitter
“Straightforward and did what was asked”
Kensy T.
About: Hi! I’m Kensy a reliable and caring pet sitter based in South Austin. With years of experience caring for dogs and cats of all ages and temperaments, I treat every pet like family whether they need a long walk, cozy snuggles, or just someone to keep them company while you're away. I’ve worked closely with families (as a nanny and sitter), and I bring that same nurturing, dependable energy to caring for animals. I understand how important it is to find someone you can truly trust with your furry loved one. 🐾 Services I Offer: Dog Walking Drop-In Visits (feeding, playtime, potty breaks) House Sitting (limited availability) Medication Administration (if needed) I’m available mornings, afternoons, and weekends and I’m always happy to accommodate your pet’s specific needs and routines. Let’s make sure your pet feels safe, loved, and stress-free while you're away! Based in South Austin, I offer part-time availability in the mornings, afternoons, and weekends. I’m dependable, communicative, and always happy to send photos and updates to keep you in the loop while you’re away. I have a fenced yard and two friendly dogs around the house , but with my 2 year old shih tzu is the one who is going to be around the house the most . I provide a clean, pet-friendly environment with cozy spaces for rest, regular potty breaks, and plenty of playtime. I stick closely to their usual routines (feeding, walks, medication, etc.) to minimize stress and help them adjust smoothly. I never leave pets unattended for long periods and always ensure they’re in a secure, supervised space. I also send regular photo and video updates so pet parents know their furry friend is happy and in good hands.
Jared R.
“Jared was great with Riley! Great communication and she looked so happy in the pictures and had a blast. Thanks for helping her out!”
Gil V.
“Gil was so amazing! His drop off visits were always on time, full of fun, cute photos of my pets and he gave great updates. He is trustworthy and will not let you down! I will definitely use Gil again in the future!!”
Julia L.Star Sitter
“Julia was amazing!! I felt completely at ease trusting her with my dog. She really went above and beyond to make sure he was safe, happy, and having the best time. I loved seeing all the photos and knowing that he got plenty of exercise and playtime while I was away. It gave me so much peace of mind (:”
Antonio W.Star Sitter
“Antonio was very helpful, responsive, and great with my dog. Thank you!”
Sarah S.Star Sitter
“Sarah did a great with our fur babies! Even Zoey who doesn’t take to new people quickly came around and was giving kisses. Sarah sent multiple photos and updates during the evening so we were able to enjoy ourselves at the Super Bowl party and not have to worry about them. They were well loved! We have booked her again for a trip in April.”
Dan B.Star Sitter
“Dan was incredible and took great care of my pets! He did an awesome job checking in on my fur babies while I was out of town and sent lots of updates. :)”
Katherine S.Star Sitter
“Katherine was extremely sweet & caring when meeting Zoey & Balto today! I’m so happy that they feel comfortable with her & we look forward to this week!! :)”
Caitlin M.Star Sitter
“Caitlin was wonderful! She was very communicative, followed all instructions perfectly and she’s funny (bonus)! My dogs 🐕 🐶 didn’t complain so 5 stars across the board. Very grateful to have such great care when I’m away!”
Summer S.Star Sitter
“Summer is amazing as usual!!! Took care of my Izzy’s mid day walks while I was on a week long vacation and always sends the best updates and cutest photos! Book Summer if you want someone to take great care of your pet. You can always trust that they are getting good exercise and everything else they need with her!!☺️”
Taylor H.
“Taylor was amazing. She had so much patience and love for my dog. She sent updates all the time and was super responsible and on time. She’s the best!!”
Victoria B.Star Sitter
“I feel so blessed to have found Victoria. I travel a lot for business and pleasure. Having the right sitter is everything. Victoria’s intelligence and experience with senior pets gives me the peace of mind I need not to put my life on hold.”
Sheila S.
About: Hi! I’m Sheila! caring for them most I’ve grown up with family dogs and have been caring for them most of my life. I currently have two wonderful dogs, Steel and Venus. Both have larger than life personalities and very different needs. Steel has had several medical needs over the years, which has given me extensive hands on experience with administering medications, managing special diets, and providing extra comfort and attention during recovery. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet, especially when they have medical or behavioral needs. Whether your pup needs playtime, snuggles, a walk, or specialized care, I’ll treat them like one of my own pups. I currently work part-time, overnight Friday and Saturday, and have open availability during the week. My days are super open and my day to day schedule is extremely flexible. In my home, I follow their regular routine as closely as possible. Whether that’s feeding schedules, walks, medication, or quiet time. I have two friendly resident dogs, Steel and Venus, who are socialized and used to having other dogs around. I always do slow, supervised introductions to ensure everyone feels safe and gets along well When in someone else's home, I treat your home with respect and your pet with the same love and attention I give my own. I keep communication open with regular updates and photos, so you feel confident your pet is in good hands
East Congress pet parents share their Rover experiences
We have never used Rover for our bearded dragon, Bevo, before. Once I found Taylor’s profile with reptile experience, I was hopeful she would be the one for the job. Taylor exceeded our expectations! She did amazing with Bevo and provided so many photos, videos, and detailed updates about our little guy. We truly appreciate Taylor and her taking care of our Bevo!!
Jillian was AWESOME !!! I am an anxious dog mom who has never had anyone other than family watch him and she really eased my mind. Did a meet and greet before as well, and we loved her from the start ! She cared for our sweet boy so well and from all the pictures, he was so happy and loved in our time away. We are so grateful for Jillian’s caring heart and she is exactly who you want to care for your animal !
Mia was amazing at taking care of my cat while I was away for a few days. She sent several photos and videos with each visit which helped ease my anxiety. Also loved how detailed she was in her messages about their time spent together and how my cat was doing. She even scheduled a call before booking to write down any special needs or behaviors to look out for. I’d 100% rebook with her in the future!
Cortney is very responsive and easy to work with. She accommodated a couple of schedule changes with no concerns. I am very happy with the care she provided to our two cats while we were away for a week. I will definitely book Cortney for future pet sitting needs.
Danielle was amazing with my old teacup chihuahua. He had a little bit of anxiety after about the 4th day gone and she really did everything she could to keep him calm and comfortable. She is a great communicator and took lots of pics per her visit. I came home to a happy little dog. Aside from the dog, she noticed my ac was not working properly on the last day. I was able to get my ac guy out and have everything working before I got home.
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in East Congress is $30
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in East Congress on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $30 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 East Congress.
Rover makes it easy to find East Congress 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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