Pet Sitting in Gainesville
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Top rated Gainesville pet sitters
“Tid was amazing. Saying she was extremely patient and understanding with my dog and his unforeseen accidents is such an understatement. She is extremely trustworthy, reliable and truly caring for our pup and family. I am so thankful we were connected. Thank you!!!”
“Josh came by for a meet and greet. Palmer took to Josh right away. He was very prompt, can tell he loves what he does! Looking forward to him helping out with our sweet sweet girl.”
“Brenda took such good care of our cat!! She even brought in our mail and asked if she could clean anything. She's great at communication, and I can tell our cat loved having her around!!”
“Raima did a wonderful job watching our dog and cat! She is very communicative and always gave great detail of her visits! Our dog who is normally very stand-off and barky was immediately friendly with her and even our cat who doesn’t like anyone warmed up to her! We will definitely be using her again when we go on vacation!”
“Kasey took great care of our pups on various drop in visits over the last 2 years. We are sad to be moving out of state! We appreciated Kasey’s care for our dogs, communication, and regular availability! Thanks Kasey!”
“Diane is wonderful! My dog loves her and enjoys getting to walk and play while I am work each day! She always communicates well, is flexible with scheduling, and goes above and beyond to care for my babies!”
“Helenia is friendly and personable, professional, detail-oriented, and took great care of our kitties during an out-of-town trip. An all-around good person. We’d definitely recommend her.”
“Melani checked in on our cats over a couple days. She responded quickly to our booking request and did a great job communicating with us and caring for our two cats. Easily gave us peace of mind during our trip.”
About: I've taken care of all different types of pets since I was young. I've had pets my entire life and have taken care of them or years. I have pet sat for friends and family multiple times. I have experience feeding, walking, playing with, cleaning up after, changing litter, and bathing both cats and dogs. I'm currently a college student working part time. I work short shifts so that there is plenty of time to take care of your fur babies. Monday through Thursday I work short evening shifts so I can walk and feed pets before and/or after without long breaks in-between. On weekends my schedule changes but in general I work about 6-7 hour shift so will still have plenty of time to take care of pets before and after. I can feeding, walking, playing with, cleaning up after, changing litter, and bathing both cats and dogs from your home. Im good with animals and have never met a pet that I couldn't befriend.
“Tiffany is absolutely wonderful! I needed cat sitting over the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, and Tiffany was happy to help as soon as I asked her. She’s great at communicating, and makes it feel like you’re right there with your pet when you’re away. I couldn’t recommend her more highly!”
“Kate was amazing! We booked fairly last minute and she was super easy to work with and made time to come and meet Squeaky ahead of time. Kate took care of our baby like she was her own. Would definitely recommend her to anyone.”
“Savannah was very good for our 4-legged family. She works give us really good updates and pictures on every visit she made. We felt 100% comfortable during our trip away. 10/10.”
About: I’ve taken care of many dogs over the past couple years. I’ve considered getting a big dog for myself, but I do enjoy watching them for awhile and then having them go back to their owners I currently work from home as a mortgage broker. I like to get out of my house several times per day to care for dogs or cats. For dogs in my home, they be with me in my front room all day. I’d walk them several times a day, usually a mile or two depending upon the size of the dog. I also have a fairly large yard for dogs that like to run or play fetch.
About: I have always grown up with cats and dogs and have had a love for animals for as long as I can remember. With 2 fur babies of my own, they’re my BEST babies! I will love your fur babies like they’re my own to provide the best care. I currently work from home Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays and have weekend flexibility to walk your doggos or drop in to feed and love on them. Whether you’re busy away during the day or going away for the evening, I’d love to be your sitter! I will provide care in your home by ensuring dogs are leashed where necessary and cats are inside to ensure a safe environment for all involved.
About: My names Rosa and ever since I was little I’ve always loved cats and dogs. I started taking care of my families pets when I was 12 and realized how much fun it was to meet different dogs and create bonds! I think pets are just like any other member of the family and deserve to be treated as such. I view dogs the same way as kids, and just like kids they deserve all the love in the world! Most of my parents animals are older and require medication, so I am experienced with giving medicine to animals. I am currently in Physical Therapy school at Brenau University here in Gainesville. I am typically free on weekends to drop in and tend to your fur baby or have them stay at my house! I have a fenced in dog park I take my dog to so she can run around and play. I never take dogs out of the house off leash and always make sure their harness or collar is secure before going outside
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Tidarat W.
Star Sitter
“Tid was amazing. Saying she was extremely patient and understanding with my dog and his unforeseen accidents is such an understatement. She is extremely trustworthy, reliable and truly caring for our pup and family. I am so thankful we were connected. Thank you!!!”
Joshua S.Star Sitter
“Josh came by for a meet and greet. Palmer took to Josh right away. He was very prompt, can tell he loves what he does! Looking forward to him helping out with our sweet sweet girl.”
Lisa L.Star Sitter
“Lisa was a lifesaver when I moved to the area. She was always available and reliable. I know I can count on her when I need a visit. The dogs loved her!”
Brenda N.Star Sitter
“Brenda took such good care of our cat!! She even brought in our mail and asked if she could clean anything. She's great at communication, and I can tell our cat loved having her around!!”
Raima F.Star Sitter
“Raima did a wonderful job watching our dog and cat! She is very communicative and always gave great detail of her visits! Our dog who is normally very stand-off and barky was immediately friendly with her and even our cat who doesn’t like anyone warmed up to her! We will definitely be using her again when we go on vacation!”
Kasey S.
“Kasey took great care of our pups on various drop in visits over the last 2 years. We are sad to be moving out of state! We appreciated Kasey’s care for our dogs, communication, and regular availability! Thanks Kasey!”
Diane B.
“Diane is wonderful! My dog loves her and enjoys getting to walk and play while I am work each day! She always communicates well, is flexible with scheduling, and goes above and beyond to care for my babies!”
Helenia L.
“Helenia is friendly and personable, professional, detail-oriented, and took great care of our kitties during an out-of-town trip. An all-around good person. We’d definitely recommend her.”
Melani Z.
“Melani checked in on our cats over a couple days. She responded quickly to our booking request and did a great job communicating with us and caring for our two cats. Easily gave us peace of mind during our trip.”
Kelsey B.
“Kelsey did an excellent job caring for my three kitties! She followed instructions perfectly and was very responsive to messages.”
Victoria W.
“So professional. Such a relief when she pops in to take care of my Tankers while I am at work! I plan to use her as much as possible during my 13wk contract!”
Sara W.
“Sara took care of my two cats for about a week. During that week, I asked them to feed my cats and keep their water bowl filled. They did exactly that while also keeping my apartment clean when they stayed there. I did have to ask for an update, but that was only once after I was given several updates throughout the week. They did very well and took great care of my cats.”
Tiffany B.
“Tiffany is absolutely wonderful! I needed cat sitting over the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, and Tiffany was happy to help as soon as I asked her. She’s great at communicating, and makes it feel like you’re right there with your pet when you’re away. I couldn’t recommend her more highly!”
Kate B.
“Kate was amazing! We booked fairly last minute and she was super easy to work with and made time to come and meet Squeaky ahead of time. Kate took care of our baby like she was her own. Would definitely recommend her to anyone.”
Savannah S.
“Savannah was very good for our 4-legged family. She works give us really good updates and pictures on every visit she made. We felt 100% comfortable during our trip away. 10/10.”
Tara K.
About: I’ve taken care of many dogs over the past couple years. I’ve considered getting a big dog for myself, but I do enjoy watching them for awhile and then having them go back to their owners I currently work from home as a mortgage broker. I like to get out of my house several times per day to care for dogs or cats. For dogs in my home, they be with me in my front room all day. I’d walk them several times a day, usually a mile or two depending upon the size of the dog. I also have a fairly large yard for dogs that like to run or play fetch.
Caroline A.
“Caroline is an amazing care giver for not only her own pets but also her friends and family’s pets when asked to care for them.”
Rosa B.
“I am very thankful for Rosa, her professionalism, and her genuine love of animals. She is great with all dogs big or small and I would trust her with any of mine.”
Patricia B.
“I highly recommend Patricia! She is friendly, dependable, and communicates well. Most importantly, she gave my senior kitty love and attention.”
Alex D.
“We don’t have to worry at all while we are out of town, we know our cat is well taken care of with Alex 💕”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Gainesville 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 277 pet sitters in Gainesville. 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 Gainesville pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Gainesville have an average of 16 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 Gainesville.
Rover makes it easy to find Gainesville 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 277 pet sitters in Gainesville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Gainesville, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% 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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