Pet Sitting in Ellicott City
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Top rated Ellicott City pet sitters
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“Brent is amazing and he took amazing care of our new 10 week old puppy and very energetic German shepherd. I can’t wait until he can watch the pups again; I know they are well taken care of while I’m at work.”
“Madison did a great job! Especially considering my last minute request and an entirely new place / new pets. Very thorough and clean, left everything neat and even dealt with dirty pet dishes. Definitely would book again.”
“Ryan and Brittanie are fantastic! I knew as soon as they met my girl she was in good hands!! Both of them have great communication… and photos! I could tell my pup was having a fantastic time with their drop-in visits. We’ll definitely book in the future and recommend to anyone local.”
“Sara was AMAZING with our puppy, Cooper! She made sure he didn’t eat anything on his walks because that’s been a big issue with him. She always made sure he was taken care of and administered his medicine since he recently was discharged from the animal hospital. We can’t wait to use Sara again!”
“Kiera did an amazing job as always watching our dog and cat! Great at communicating, and the pets love her. We had piece of mind knowing they were well taken care of while we were out of town.”
“I appreciated Keira's cheery disposition and professionalism. She was quite knowledgeable about animals in general because of her regular profession and that helped put me at ease. I would book with her again.”
“Odessa took excellent care of our dog! She was responsive and attentive, sending us pictures and updates throughout our time away. We were very pleased, and will definitely be using her again! Highly recommend!”
“This was my first time using Rover & first time using someone that was family/friends to watch Elli. Couldn’t have asked for a better choice than Nia! She was exactly on time with each visit and sent the best pics. Couldn’t recommend her more!”
“Amanda did a fantastic job with Duke. She was attentive, punctual, and communicative. We met beforehand, making sure it was a good fit for both of us. She and Duke hit it off right away during her initial meet up and each time she stopped by. My carbon monoxide detector started beeping during one of her visits and she called me immediately to let me know what was going on and get my input on what to do. I would absolutely rebook her again.”
“Did a meet/greet with Sophia before her drop in visit with my pups and she was great! During the drop in visit she did all the things we asked as well as updating us during her time with my pups. So glad we found Sophia and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter for their fur babies.”
“I have used Angela several times so far for drop-in visits for my two pups. She has been very responsible, showing up on time, taking pics, keeping me posted of her arrival and departure times. It’s great to have someone you can count on. I highly recommend Angela for these reasons.”
About: I do not own a dog personally, however I have had experience caring for dogs. I have dogsitted for as long as I can remember, feeding, walking dogs and genuinely caring for them. I love all dogs alike and at the end of the day I just want to see your dog happy. I am very active, patient and gentle with pets and understand a dog/cats needs from experience and teachings from pet trainer friends and friends that own pets. I am meticulous and detailed when it comes to care, especially understanding that when dogsitting I am dealing with another persons pet, but most importantly an animal that deserves care and respect. I would love to walk or play with your dog, and have committed the time to this work despite also working from home in another profession. Services will include -Meet and Greet. -Convenient/flexible drop off and pick up times. -Excercise/walks at least 3 times a day or whatever is preferred by the owner. -Sanitized rooms, vacuumed daily, and house will never be shared with other pets. -Around the clock attention for overnight boarding, I am able to be work from home every day when I have a dog in my care. I work from home in Ellicott city with time dedicated to care for pets. I am pretty flexible and willing to go out of my way for pet care work. I live in a very walkable and safe neighborhood community in Ellicott City. While not gated, it is a closed community and offers numerous paths for dog walkers, including a dog park nearby as well. There is a shared backyard where I have seen dogs play and ample space in my townhome. I have had cats/ dogs in my home in the past with no problem.
“Susan did a great job taking care of our two dogs while we were away. We felt totally confident in her ability to care for our pets. I highly recommend Susan for your pet care needs!”
“Xin is an amazing cat and rabbit sitter! She went above and beyond to take care of our special needs rabbit, who requires medication, bladder expression, and daily cleanup. She sent us lots of updates so that we weren't worried during our trip.”
“My cats love Lingli! Whether she's pet sitting or doing drop-in feedings, booking her always makes me feel better abput being away from my fur babies. She's very communicative, patient, and sends tons of photos”
Over 512 pet parents in Ellicott City have booked pet sitting
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Here’s another option with a slightly different tone: Emma did a wonderful job taking care of my pet. Communication was quick and consistent, and she was always very responsive whenever I had a question or update. I felt confident leaving my pet in her care and appreciated the updates while I was away. I would absolutely book with her again and recommend her to others!!!
Second time that Jasmine has taken care of Kiko and it was great. Kiko is very nervous around people, and we threw Jasmine right into the middle of a family reunion to to ease Kiko into the situation. During the three hours that Jasmine was here, her instincts were excellent, and by the time an hour or so had passed she had helped Kiko to be totally at ease around the 25 or so attendees, eventually leading Kiko to kind of be the star of the show. :) Thanks Jasmine!!
Lorraine took excellent care of our four cats while we were away for a week. Communication was prompt and reliable, and all instructions were followed with great care. Lorraine went above and beyond by spending extra time cleaning and giving our fur babies additional attention. We are extremely pleased with the service and will absolutely book again.
As always, Mikaela is such a great sitter for Ares. Mikaela is very good about taking lots of pictures of Ares to show me how happy he is and that he is being well taken care of. Mikaela has sat for Ares for a number of years now and I’m so glad to have a consistent person I can rely on and is familiar to Ares anytime I go out of town and he needs taken care of. Thank you so much Mikaela!
Did a meet/greet with Sophia before her drop in visit with my pups and she was great! During the drop in visit she did all the things we asked as well as updating us during her time with my pups. So glad we found Sophia and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter for their fur babies.
Kudos to Ryan for coming to our house for a meet and greet with our dog ahead of time. Quinn was very comfortable with Ryan. Ryan was punctual for both the meet and greet and on the day he let Quinn out for 30 min. From the pictures Ryan took, it appeared Quinn had a great time with him. Thank you Ryan!
Francine was great! I used her twice in the month of March. She was on time, took pictures, and communicated well about how my dog was doing. She was also patient when I had to modify my reservation. When I returned home, my dog was happy and well cared for. I would definitely hire her again!
She took great care of my kitties for one week. They got used to her visits by the end of the week and came out when she came in! Maybe it was the treats she would give? 😻😻😻 Jennifer also got the mail for me while I was gone. Thank you for everything! Highly recommend!
Kaitlin dropped in on our cat daily while we were away. She communicated frequently to let us know when she would be coming and sent photos. She even went back to see our cat a second time on the first day because she didn’t realize there was a check in feature. We will definitely be using Kaitlin next time!
I was so worried about leaving my cat for a week for a necessary trip. I took her in as stray and I had never left her alone before. However, Angela is a "cat whisperer" and after a few day melted my little kitty's heart. Normally my cat will have absolutely nothing to do with strangers, hides, and may even hiss a little if a stranger tries to pet her. The videos I received let me relax and enjoy my trip without worrying that my cat was stressed out or panicked when I didn't come home. Angela was also very diligent in following directions for my fur baby as well and also watered plants so I didn't have to come home to brown plants!
I had such a wonderful experience with Esther! She came for a drop-in visit to take care of my senior little cat, and I couldn’t be happier. She followed all of my instructions carefully, feeding, medication, fresh water, and even brushing, and did everything with so much care and patience. My cat, who can sometimes be shy, absolutely loved her and looked very comfortable around her. Esther also kept me updated with messages and plenty of photos, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. Everything went so smoothly, and I could really tell she put her heart into caring for my cat as if he were her own. I trust her completely and will definitely book her again.
Brayden communicated with us well and respected our property. The kitties were fans, too -- he spent much longer with them than required to empty the litterbox and refresh their food/water. We were also super grateful that he was available on very short notice.
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Ellicott City is $22
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Sitters in Ellicott City average 8 repeat pet sitting clients
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Ellicott City on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $22 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 Jun 2026, there are 2,604 pet sitters in Ellicott City. 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, 86% of Ellicott City pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Ellicott City have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Ellicott City.
Rover makes it easy to find Ellicott City 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 2,604 pet sitters in Ellicott City on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Ellicott City, 94% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 95% 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.
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