Pet Sitting in Elsmere
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“Destiny was great. She responded fast and always checked in with us with any questions and updates about our dogs. She sent us pictures each time she took care of our two dogs. I highly recommend Destiny and we'll be sure to book her again next time if she's available.”


“Hello Amy !! I’m soooo happy he finally came out to play !! Txs for the pictures too !! BTW.. I forgot to mention that the trash can is on the far side of the garage but ur welcome to leave it just outside the laundry room door (ie in the garage) Many Thanks ;)”


“Tiarra is the best! She’s always so friendly and communicative - and we’re confident we’re leaving our dogs in good hands whenever we book her as our Rover sitter. Thank you for another excellent drop-in visit, Tiarra!”


“Brooke was great! My mother had passed away, on a Tuesday, funeral on Thursday ( was out of town), and Brooke was an angel to check up on the dogs on such short notice. Highly recommend Brooke.”


“Cathy was fantastic looking after our cats. We got lots of photos each day, which our previous Rover didn’t do. We will definitely have Cathy watch our cats next time we head out of town.”


“Joseph fed our cats twice a day and stuck to the schedule we requested. He was timely and provided updates throughout our trip. He went above and beyond by removing the litter box trash from the apartment and refilling the food storage container.”


“Madeline was above and beyond exceptional with Skipper and Maggie, we would use her again on any trip and recommend her for anyone else considering care for their pets. Easy 5 star recommendations.”


About: I have had dogs my entire life and have always ended up having dogs that are in some cases special needs. I truly love to be around animals because their happiness is so pure. I am a nurse by day and an animal cuddler by night. I am able to give medication’s. I work on basic commands. I have taken care of dogs from puppies to senior. If there is something specific that needs to be taken care of while taking care of your loved one, I will definitely work something out. I am currently taking a vacation between my travel contract for nursing and will be available throughout the day. If there is a specific time or day that works best for you, I will try to make it as easy on you as possible. I typically will have the animal on a leash if there is not a fenced in backyard. Of course, depending on the situation I will allow the owner to guide me on how they prefer to have the animal leashed and will take the precautions necessary to keep them safe.


About: I am a runner in my spare time and love dogs. Thought this would be a good way to get a little extra practice in. I walk/run with my Aussie all the time! My Aussie walks or runs with me most days. I also have had 4 other dogs in my life. All different breeds and sizes. I love being outside and having an excuse to exercise in a fun way. My current dog Heidi is leash trained and off leash trained. I take it very seriously and have put her through training as I have done with all of my dogs. The same skills will be used when your dogs are in my care.

“Sophia is the best!! She took great care of our kitty while we were on vacation. She spent lots of time playing & giving our cat lots of love. Sophia communicated with us everyday & followed instructions. Highly recommend!!”


About: I have had dogs and cats my whole life and I have been helping take care of my family friend’s pets for a few years now. I love animals and I love being able to help and take care of them!! I also like to walk and run so I can take your pets on all the walks or runs they want/need! I am currently working part time and I am a college student but I will have plenty of time to take care of your animals!! I have a great manageable schedule to fit your animals needs into my weekly routines!! I have an invisible fence to keep my dog in along with a white picket fence and a nice front and back yard to allow her to play in.

“Payton is wonderful! Our dog can take a bit to warm up to people but he and Payton became fast friends which made the whole experience so easy. She took wonderful care with our boy and she went above and beyond playing with him and sending us updates!”


“Nigel was so wonderful from start to finish. He was great about communicating and asking questions about specifically what we needed. We were nervous because we had never left our cat in the care of someone we weren’t related to before, but Nigel made us feel so much better with a meet n greet beforehand. It was clear that Nigel took great care of her and that she was so comfortable with him. He made sure to complete all the care tasks we asked of him and sent us pictures so we could see our cat while we were gone. We will definitely book with him again.”


About: Since I was a child, I’ve felt a deep, pure, and noble love for animals. To me, dogs and cats are not just pets — they are loyal, loving souls. They are the children life gives us on four paws, and one of the most beautiful kinds of companionship you can experience.This special connection drives me to care with my whole heart. If you choose me as your pet’s caregiver, you can trust that I’ll offer them all the love, respect, and patience I have. I treat every animal like family, and I’ll make sure they feel safe, happy, and deeply loved. You won’t regret it. ❤️ I’m currently available part-time from Monday to Thursday, and on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays I have full availability to care for your cat or dog throughout the day or as many hours as needed. I’m happy to adapt to their routines and needs, always with love and dedication. Care in my apartment is filled with all the love and respect your pets deserve. It’s a calm, safe, and cozy space where they can truly feel at home. We also have beautiful green areas nearby for playtime and walks, and a dog park close by- perfect for fun and social time if they’re used to it. Here, they’ll not only be well cared for… they’ll be happy.

“Leeann was incredibly sweet and took wonderful care of our pets. She was very responsive to messages, which we really appreciated! Our only suggestion would be to better utilize the Rover cards to track her visits. Overall, she did a great job, and we’d happily recommend her!”


About: I’ve had my dog since he was 10 weeks old and he is almost 11 now. I treat my dog as if he was my child and that’s how I treat every dog I take care of. I watch my sister and parent’s dogs frequently as well so I am used to taking care of 3 dogs on my own at one time. Our dogs are a part of the family and even go on vacation with us! I’d love to take care of your pet for walks and visits to get them out while you are gone! I’m currently in graduate school at UC and my visits will depend on when I have class during the week. School is my full-time job so when I’m not in class I can be available for pet visits. I will care for your dog in your home just as you do and spend time with them to keep them company in the comfort of their own home! I do have a fenced in backyard if I ever need to board your dog at my house.
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Destiny P.

“Destiny was great. She responded fast and always checked in with us with any questions and updates about our dogs. She sent us pictures each time she took care of our two dogs. I highly recommend Destiny and we'll be sure to book her again next time if she's available.”


Laura B.Star Sitter

“Very good service and responsive”


amy b.Star Sitter

“Hello Amy !! I’m soooo happy he finally came out to play !! Txs for the pictures too !! BTW.. I forgot to mention that the trash can is on the far side of the garage but ur welcome to leave it just outside the laundry room door (ie in the garage) Many Thanks ;)”


Tiarra L.Star Sitter

“Tiarra is the best! She’s always so friendly and communicative - and we’re confident we’re leaving our dogs in good hands whenever we book her as our Rover sitter. Thank you for another excellent drop-in visit, Tiarra!”


Brooke S.Star Sitter

“Brooke was great! My mother had passed away, on a Tuesday, funeral on Thursday ( was out of town), and Brooke was an angel to check up on the dogs on such short notice. Highly recommend Brooke.”


Mattie M.

“She was amazing with our sweet girl Zayda! We loved all the detailed updates and pictures while we were away! Will definitely be booking Mattie again!”


Cathy C.Star Sitter

“Cathy was fantastic looking after our cats. We got lots of photos each day, which our previous Rover didn’t do. We will definitely have Cathy watch our cats next time we head out of town.”


Joseph M.

“Joseph fed our cats twice a day and stuck to the schedule we requested. He was timely and provided updates throughout our trip. He went above and beyond by removing the litter box trash from the apartment and refilling the food storage container.”


Madeline S.

“Madeline was above and beyond exceptional with Skipper and Maggie, we would use her again on any trip and recommend her for anyone else considering care for their pets. Easy 5 star recommendations.”


Jacqueline G.
About: I have had dogs my entire life and have always ended up having dogs that are in some cases special needs. I truly love to be around animals because their happiness is so pure. I am a nurse by day and an animal cuddler by night. I am able to give medication’s. I work on basic commands. I have taken care of dogs from puppies to senior. If there is something specific that needs to be taken care of while taking care of your loved one, I will definitely work something out. I am currently taking a vacation between my travel contract for nursing and will be available throughout the day. If there is a specific time or day that works best for you, I will try to make it as easy on you as possible. I typically will have the animal on a leash if there is not a fenced in backyard. Of course, depending on the situation I will allow the owner to guide me on how they prefer to have the animal leashed and will take the precautions necessary to keep them safe.




Sydney G.
“Sydney walks my dog three times a week! She does a great job! I have a blue heeler who just turned one and can be a handful, but Sydney has done a great job walking her and even has given me helpful tips for me when I work with my puppy!”


Sophia K.

“Sophia is the best!! She took great care of our kitty while we were on vacation. She spent lots of time playing & giving our cat lots of love. Sophia communicated with us everyday & followed instructions. Highly recommend!!”


Annabeth L.
About: I have had dogs and cats my whole life and I have been helping take care of my family friend’s pets for a few years now. I love animals and I love being able to help and take care of them!! I also like to walk and run so I can take your pets on all the walks or runs they want/need! I am currently working part time and I am a college student but I will have plenty of time to take care of your animals!! I have a great manageable schedule to fit your animals needs into my weekly routines!! I have an invisible fence to keep my dog in along with a white picket fence and a nice front and back yard to allow her to play in.


Payton M.

“Payton is wonderful! Our dog can take a bit to warm up to people but he and Payton became fast friends which made the whole experience so easy. She took wonderful care with our boy and she went above and beyond playing with him and sending us updates!”


Lily C.

“Lily was wonderful!! So thankful for her taking such good care of our dog!”


Nigel G.

“Nigel was so wonderful from start to finish. He was great about communicating and asking questions about specifically what we needed. We were nervous because we had never left our cat in the care of someone we weren’t related to before, but Nigel made us feel so much better with a meet n greet beforehand. It was clear that Nigel took great care of her and that she was so comfortable with him. He made sure to complete all the care tasks we asked of him and sent us pictures so we could see our cat while we were gone. We will definitely book with him again.”


Johangely B.
“I’m a big animal lover, and my pets are like my babies. I used to worry a lot whenever I had to travel, wondering who I could trust to care for them. But ever since Johangely started watching them, that worry has completely disappeared. She treats my pets with love, respect, and so much care. While I’m away, she always keeps me updated with photos and videos, follows all my feeding instructions, and, most importantly, gives them the affection and attention they need. My pets are always happy and relaxed with her, and I feel totally at ease knowing they’re in such great hands. I highly recommend her!”


Leeann K.


“Leeann was incredibly sweet and took wonderful care of our pets. She was very responsive to messages, which we really appreciated! Our only suggestion would be to better utilize the Rover cards to track her visits. Overall, she did a great job, and we’d happily recommend her!”


Kaitlyn H.
“She always takes such good care of my dog Summitt! She gives her attention, walks, plays with her, and gives her treats. She is a very reliable pet caregiver. I have seen her take care of her dog as well. Kristyn H.”


Kyra R.

“Kyra did a great job checking in on my kitties! I’m so happy I found her through Rover and will definitely be booking with her again! I couldn’t recommend her enough!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Elsmere on Rover as of Aug 2025 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 Aug 2025, there are 457 pet sitters in Elsmere. 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, 85% of Elsmere pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Elsmere have an average of 14 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 Elsmere.
Rover makes it easy to find Elsmere 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 457 pet sitters in Elsmere on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Elsmere, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 88% offer medication administration, and 96% 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.
