Pet Sitting in Gainesville
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“Kira did an excellent job caring for my kitties! The fact that she was able to send me pics of them was amazing, they are usually very camera (and people) shy! I’ll definitely book with her again 😻”

“This was my very time to use any kind of service like this and Arely made it so smooth! Such wonderfully attentive and kind care she gave my boy. Very communicative and perfectly pleasant! I look forward to having her care for my boy again!”
“Sarjah was the perfect sitter for me. She was friendly and took great care of my two cats over 5 weeks and even watered my plants even though I had forgot ask her. I highly recommend her and will rebook the next time I have to go on extended business travel. Excellent sitter!”

About: While I don't have a dog of my own, I love to help out! I take care of my friend's dog when they're out of town. I provide food, water, playtime, and approved treats. I'm currently working part-time, and I have plenty of time to care for your pet. At the moment, I am unavailable on Mondays. I am pretty flexible the rest of the week. My drop-in visits can be short and sweet, or I can take a little longer to provide some extra loving. I will ensure your pet has everything they need, and I'll keep your home tidy.
“Lydia was absolutely amazing with my dog! Always on time, provided detailed notes on how each visit went, and sent the cutest pictures of my girl every time she was there! 100% will be asking her to take care of Mila again and would recommend her to anyone and everyone! She also took great care of my horse while I was gone - I'm so glad I was able to find one person who could take care of both my animals!”

About: I have had my own dogs and of course taken them on walks. Not only that but I have also looked after some of our friends and family’s pets. I do work on weekdays, but I would love to walk your pet after work in the afternoon when I get back home. On the weekends I am available to walk your pet in the mornings as well. I understand the unique needs of each pet and ensure they get the care and attention they deserve. Treating them as if they were my own, I will make sure they are happy and comfortable. Your pets safety is my priority!
“We had a fantastic experience with Alexandra. She was reliable, caring, and kept our cat well-fed and happy while we were away. I’ll definitely be booking her again..She is a delightful person and loves all animals.”

About: I grew up around a of all sizes. I have worked with dogs of all sizes. Currently have one dog who is 4 and I got him when he was 8 weeks. STEPHP40192, https://www.rover.com/sit/stephp40192 I currently work full time but need something to do on my days off. Once or 2 a week I have work nights. Just looking for something on side. My dog is very spoiled. He goes outside enough, he has a large background to play in and he also like to come in fall asleep looking out the window
About: Ive taken care of dogs all my life, walks, baths, even trim their nails. Ive delt with feisty ones too😉. I will 100% love your furr bby as my own, I have a great love for all animals, like who doesn't like animal's? Currently looking for an official job but I will update my availability when I do. Can do day to day visits as right now or dog sitting at my or your place :3 I have a fenced back yard(big enough for 4 babies to roam) and VERY overly friendly dog(male, medium size, 6yrs old) who can keep your precious baby company.
About: I’ve taken care of animals professionally from birds, snakes, dogs, cats, to horses! Your animals wellbeing is my #1 priority. I have training experience as well. Part time student looking to make money doing what i love! I have most evenings and mornings free. I am usually available weekends and holidays I respect you and your pets space by maintaining a clean and safe environment for them. I have the time and ability to give them the attention and care they need!
“Michayla did a great job! I needed someone who could help me with my senior blind diabetic dog and Michayla was perfect! She was punctual and very respectful! We’ll definitely be using her again!!”

“Macy was excellent! I loved that she took pictures of our boys and kept us informed on how they were doing. It was important to us that they got dedicated time spent with them while we were away. I definitely recommend Macy and Vito.”

“This is Tania’s third time watching our dogs. She has dog sat for my Great Danes twice before, which is amazing in itself, but this time I added my two small dogs and she did great. Tania is super kind and follows direction so well. I will absolutely continue using Tania as my dog sitter! She’s the best.”

About: I have a strong love for all animals and treat them all as my own. I can walk your dog(s), give baths and more. I'm available mostly on the weekends and will make it a point to stay home to care for your pets. I have a Yorkshire Terrier named Lou Lou. She's 10 years old. I work full time Monday through Friday 8:00-5:00. College Graduate from TWU in Denton. I'm a huge dog lover. My dog is like my child so I would love to get pictures and updates of her if I were away, so i'm willing to do that if you would like. I have a passion for animals, and would be honored to take care of someone so dear and near to your heart.
About: I have been working for a dog daycare and boarding company for a little over two years now! I love dogs and enjoy taking care of them but I need to work closer to home. I have experience bathing, blow drying, and trimming nails. I have worked with a maximum of 50 dogs in my yard over the holidays. While I am currently working in a dog daycare facility in the new year I will be working close to home. I will have open availability except Saturday mornings by January 1st! In my job we make sure every dog is happy, healthy, clean, and well fed. I keep notes on how dogs have been eating, any changes in behavior, and always pet them thoroughly to check for any concerns.
About: I have always been a big animal lover, and love seeing the different personalities each animal has. My friends call me the dog whisperer 😄 Even with shy/skiddish dogs I have trained my dog the standard commands along with shake, high five, turn, and speak I do work a full time job Monday-Friday until 4:30. I am free on the weekends for boarding, or also on the weekdays if you pet is kennel trained If looking for dog walking, please let me know if your pet does not do well with other animals so I can make arrangements to leave my dog at home, or if I need to not walk multiple animals at once I live in a home on 3 acres, so there is plenty of room to play fetch, frisbee, etc. I also have a doggy door that leads to the fenced in backyard yard. For dogs that aren’t used to a doggy door I still keep an eye out on them for when they might need to go out, and most of the time they learn how to use the doggy door pretty quickly. So any pets that love to hang out outside, have access to sun bathe if they’d like 😊 Just leave me with a feeding schedule, or any other specific instructions and I will love and take care of your fur baby like they were my own 🩷
About: I love animals, I have experience caring for animals since I was a child. In my family we have always been animal lovers. My family and friends have given me the confidence to care for their pets. Me encantan los animales, tengo experiencia cuidando animales desde niña. En mi familia siempre hemos sido animal lover. Mi familia y amistades me han dado la confianza para cuidar a sus mascotas. Currently I am not working, I only study, I am a housewife and I have 3 girls and my pets, I have the time to take care of your pet. Actualmente no estoy trabajando, solo estudio, soy ama de casa y tengo 3 niñas y mis mascotas , tengo el tiempo para cuidar a tu mascota. I have a fenced garden, and the animals can be inside the house. I cannot take care of aggressive dogs or dogs that do not get along with other dogs since I have my daughters and my pets in the house. Tengo el jardin vallado, y los animales pueden estar dentro de la casa. No puedo cuidar a perros agresivos o que no se lleven con otros perros ya que tengo mis hijas y mis mascotas en la casa.
About: My whole life has been spent around fur babies! There is nothing I enjoy more than spending time with animals. I’ve been pet sitting for the last 5 years and have experience with all pets. I am a college student and have a very open schedule throughout the week. I do have a job as well but my availability is mostly open! I am very respectful for not only the pets needs but the owners needs as well. I’m will do everything I can to make the pet and owner comfortable. I see myself as a very attentive and helpful person which I take pride in!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Gainesville is $20
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Sitters in Gainesville average 6 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 Gainesville on Rover as of Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 887 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, 91% of Gainesville pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Gainesville have an average of 15 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 887 pet sitters in Gainesville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Gainesville, 97% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 92% 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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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.



