Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Hawthorne, Louisville, KY
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Top rated Hawthorne pet sitters
“Sallie has been a life saver. We got a new puppy, Smokey, that she has taken great care of. She responds quickly and we often book last minute due to my significant others last minute schedule at the hospital. I love the updated pictures we get on their walks. We have booked many times with Sallie and will continue to do so! Thank you!!”
“The best! I feel so blessed to have found Tara S. She’s been amazing and my dogs definitely enjoy her. She has brought my husband and I comfort and peace knowing that our dogs will be taken care of in our home.”
“Ciera was a lifesaver today!! We had a sitter cancel last minute and needed someone to drop in on our baby so he wasn’t alone for 12+ hours. Definitely recommend!”
“Keely was great and did amazing with Ruby. This was just a drop in for her to get to know her for future jobs. Keely was very thorough in asking what her needs are and making sure she was prepared. Looking forward to having her watch Ruby in the future.”
“Couldn’t be happier. Everything about her visits were spot on. I travel a lot and will definitely ask her to help with my boy again. Thank you!”
“Katelyn took great care of our cats. She went above and beyond making sure the house was taken care of too! Her updates were appreciated. We will definitely use her again if she is available.”
“Rachael did an amazing job dropping to watch our 7 year old 110 pound retriever mix while we were out of town for several days. She was excellent to communicate with and I know she prioritized caring for our dog. We couldn’t have been more thankful for her dedication.”
“I trust Taylor more than my own best friend with my cats! Thank you Taylor for always being such a big help! My babies absolutely love Taylor and how kind she is to them, also very respectful of my home which is always a plus!”
“Allison has watched our cats twice now while we are out of town and has been wonderful each time. She keeps everything tidy, makes sure they’re fed and have fresh water, and always sends updates and photos after each visit. It’s such a comfort knowing our cats are in good hands while we’re away!”
“Sam is always professional and my kitties love her! She communicates any issues or concerns immediately. Thank you for caring for our girls the way we would!”
“Sharon goes above and beyond for our pups. She takes extra care to make sure they get everything they need to stay content and healthy while we’re away. She is a blessing to our family.”
“Overall great experience. Not only was everything seamless but Mariah did a great job of taking pictures and updating me on each visit. This was not only very reassuring but also quite entertaining as well :)”
About: I’ve cared for friends’ dogs and cats for free and for pay for the past ten years. I have yet to meet a furry friend I don’t love! I am a "hybrid" worker with a very flexible schedule. My most available time is early mornings, evenings, and weekends, but I'm also able to schedule daytime walks as needed. Please feel free to reach out about any of your pet care/pet sitting needs, for any time of day. I'm here to work with your schedule! I have the ability to care for your pet in my home or yours. I am happy to walk your pup(s) around your neighborhood or snuggle them in their favorite spots indoors. This includes your cats and other pets, too!
About: I am an experienced pet-sitter of 10+ years taking care of family members, friends, & neighbors pets whenever they needed. I am flexible to watch any breed and any size dog. My priority is making sure these furry friends feel just as loved and taken care of as if their humans never left town! Another priority that sets me apart is constant communication with the owners by sending pictures and updates as often as they’d like. I’m currently working hours where it is very easy to run and let my own pet out every 2 hours daily. My work schedule is not something that has ever gotten in the way of excellent care of anyone’s pets. I am in a home and have a fenced in backyard that makes it very easy to board dogs in my own home with plenty of space. As far as staying in a clients home which I prefer, I make sure to go above and beyond to be there as much as possible with the pets & ensure they feel comfortable and well taken care of while their owners are out of town. I always ensure that I leave the house better than I found it and always respect any of my clients homes and have constant open communication.
“Very much appreciated her watching our puppers again for us. There happened to be icey roads while we were gone and she did a great job of keeping us informed on the situation of not being able to get across town due to the road conditions. She did make it as soon as it was safe to do so. Would use her again in a heart beat.”
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Sallie K.Star Sitter
“Sallie has been a life saver. We got a new puppy, Smokey, that she has taken great care of. She responds quickly and we often book last minute due to my significant others last minute schedule at the hospital. I love the updated pictures we get on their walks. We have booked many times with Sallie and will continue to do so! Thank you!!”
Tara S.Star Sitter
“The best! I feel so blessed to have found Tara S. She’s been amazing and my dogs definitely enjoy her. She has brought my husband and I comfort and peace knowing that our dogs will be taken care of in our home.”
Ciara W.Star Sitter
“Ciera was a lifesaver today!! We had a sitter cancel last minute and needed someone to drop in on our baby so he wasn’t alone for 12+ hours. Definitely recommend!”
Sarah P.Star Sitter
“Sarah has been a life saver for Titan.. Titan loves his daily visits. And relieves so much stress if trying to get home daily with work schedule..”
Keely D.
“Keely was great and did amazing with Ruby. This was just a drop in for her to get to know her for future jobs. Keely was very thorough in asking what her needs are and making sure she was prepared. Looking forward to having her watch Ruby in the future.”
Magdalana M.Star Sitter
“Couldn’t be happier. Everything about her visits were spot on. I travel a lot and will definitely ask her to help with my boy again. Thank you!”
Katelyn L.Star Sitter
“Katelyn took great care of our cats. She went above and beyond making sure the house was taken care of too! Her updates were appreciated. We will definitely use her again if she is available.”
Rachael B.
Star Sitter
“Rachael did an amazing job dropping to watch our 7 year old 110 pound retriever mix while we were out of town for several days. She was excellent to communicate with and I know she prioritized caring for our dog. We couldn’t have been more thankful for her dedication.”
Taylor & Kyle D.Star Sitter
“I trust Taylor more than my own best friend with my cats! Thank you Taylor for always being such a big help! My babies absolutely love Taylor and how kind she is to them, also very respectful of my home which is always a plus!”
Allison T.Star Sitter
“Allison has watched our cats twice now while we are out of town and has been wonderful each time. She keeps everything tidy, makes sure they’re fed and have fresh water, and always sends updates and photos after each visit. It’s such a comfort knowing our cats are in good hands while we’re away!”
Kristen H.
“As always she did an amazing job! She went above and beyond taking great care of our pups by watering my garden and moving the trash can to the road.”
Meilin W.
“Great sitter! Took care of our cats really well! Would definitely book again!”
Sam H.Star Sitter
“Sam is always professional and my kitties love her! She communicates any issues or concerns immediately. Thank you for caring for our girls the way we would!”
Patrick L.Star Sitter
“Patrick was a great pet sitter! Very communicative and easy to work with. I’d use him again for sure.”
Rebecca D.Star Sitter
“Rebecca is a great communicator. She is very genuine and clearly loves dogs. She let me know when she started and what she did with our little pup.”
Sharon D.Star Sitter
“Sharon goes above and beyond for our pups. She takes extra care to make sure they get everything they need to stay content and healthy while we’re away. She is a blessing to our family.”
Mariah H.Star Sitter
“Overall great experience. Not only was everything seamless but Mariah did a great job of taking pictures and updating me on each visit. This was not only very reassuring but also quite entertaining as well :)”
Stephanie K.
“It's my pleasure to write this about Stephanie as animals have always been her passion. Shes absolutely loves doggies or her babies as she likes to call them. Stephanie is extremely conscientious and very dependable. She'll treat your pet as if they're her own. I would highly recommend her to care for your "baby"!”
Ashton V.
“ashton is and will always be an amazing pet caregiver! she will ensure that your fur baby is taken care of with the utmost care!!”
Ciara T.
“Very much appreciated her watching our puppers again for us. There happened to be icey roads while we were gone and she did a great job of keeping us informed on the situation of not being able to get across town due to the road conditions. She did make it as soon as it was safe to do so. Would use her again in a heart beat.”
Hawthorne pet parents share their Rover experiences
Heather has been our go to for watching our elderly dog. This past week was our first time having her do drop in visits for our cats and received the same great service from her! She leaves great notes on her visits with pictures and left everything clean and orderly.
Sarah is outstanding! She is great with cats and very reliable and communicative. Tiger is a bit shy and skittish but was open to Sarah and was happy in his pictures that she sent. Can’t say enough about this amazing sitter that really shines when caring for animals!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Hawthorne is $40
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Hawthorne on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $40 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 Hawthorne.
Rover makes it easy to find Hawthorne 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.
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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.
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