Pet Sitting in Hillcrest
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Prices are estimates per visit for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
About: Volunteered at a shelter, walked every type of dog imaginable. Can give meds, brush, snap a poop pic if needed. I watch dogs, not screens. I’m available for drop-ins and walks between 7 AM and 8 PM daily. My schedule is flexible, so I can usually accommodate last-minute requests too. I look after pets in their familiar space and stick to their routine. I send updates, respect your home, and keep tails wagging with care.
“I'm so glad I chose Latisha to help me in a pinch when I needed a dog walker the next day. She walked my pup to the park, played fetch with her, fed her, gave her fresh water, and turned the AC on for her because it was getting warm. She sent me so many cute pics and a nice message about their time together. Thank you, Latisha! I would 100% recommend you.”
About: I’ve cared for pets for several years and know how much they mean to their families. Whether it’s feeding, walking, playtime, or just keeping them company, I make sure every pet feels safe, loved, and comfortable while their owner is away. I have experience with both cats and dogs of all ages, from energetic puppies and kittens to senior pets who need a gentler touch. I’m comfortable with feeding schedules, litter box/house training, giving medications, and tailoring care to each pet’s personality. My goal is to treat every furry friend like my own—providing dependable care, plenty of attention, and a lot of love so you can have peace of mind while you’re away. I am not working so I have time to walk, play & spend time with your furry bestie! I’m available most days mid morning & afternoon. I have been caring for our dog & cat since 2013. We have lived in many, many homes & I have helped them adapt to their surroundings. I can aid in crate training your dog at home, going on long walks, giving extra cuddles & love so while you’re away you can have peace of mind.
“Ralph was so wonderful!! I’m very anxious to travel away from my cat, but he was so communicative, sent a ton of photos and videos, (including ones showing that he fed her and cleaned her litter box). I have an energetic kitty and he prioritized playing with her and keeping her company. I would absolutely book him again, can’t say enough good about him!”
About: I love animals and have pet sat cats, dogs, birds, turtles and fish for others since I was young. I have 2 cats of my own (that are currently living with my mom in a different state) that I miss very much. Taking care of your animals will fulfill my heart! I’m a physical therapist with a set work schedule, so pet care fits into my mornings, evenings, and weekends really well. I love spending time with animals and it’s the perfect way to unwind outside of work. You can count on me to be consistent, caring, and communicative! When I’m staying in your home, I’ll make sure your pet feels safe, relaxed, and loved. I’ll stick to their normal routine as much as possible with walks, meals, playtime, and lots of cuddles if they’re into that! I’ll also keep your space clean and treat your home with the same respect I’d expect for mine.
About: Hi! My name is Ben and I love dogs. I have spent a majority of my life taking care of and spending time around as many dogs as I could! I grew up alongside two large and lovable Rottweilers, one Chihuahua who LOVED attention and was attached at my hip (appropriately named Shadow), a Poodle-Bichon who has all the energy in the world (even in his old age), a dopey & friendly brindle Boxer my roommate adopted who became part of the family, and now my own 3-legged angel from above, Bodhi. I have also walked & cared for other breeds for friends and family such as Australian Shepherds, Hounds, Malamutes, Huskies, Labs, Lhasa Apsos, and more! I am fully aware of the love, care, & exercise that all dogs need and deserve and am more than happy to provide. I am very active myself and always appreciate a four legged friend to accompany me on my runs & walks all over the city. I work from home with a very flexible schedule and can make time to meet your dog or if your dog is staying with me, make it a priority to get them out and about when needed! If your dog needs any special attention or medication, you can feel safe knowing I can provide. My dog has 3 legs and ensuring that he is doing well and able to be mobile on any given day is part of my routine. Your pet would be no different in the care and attention I would give them.
“Debbie did a great job watching our two cats over the Thanksgiving holiday! She was easy to work and communicate with, and it was so nice to come home to a neat house and happy cats!”
“Marcie was so great to our pup over Christmas weekend! She took him for walks and loved on him in her check-ins at our house, and even laughed off and cleaned up the mess he made when he got into some stuff overnight. Thank you!!”
“Eily was fantastic! Communicative and took her time during her drop in visits. It was my first time leaving my cat alone and she made sure he was happy and comfortable… as well as making sure I was assured he was ok. Highly recommend using Eily for all your pet sitting needs!!”
About: Growing up, I was surrounded by lots of dogs—big and small. I am comfortable assessing how a dog will react based on their personalities and temperaments. I’m currently working part time, so I have lots of availability during the work week! As an animal lover, this job feels like the perfect fit. I have a fenced in yard and three dogs (2 dashchunds and a golden retriever) at home to keep your puppy company. I also have crates if needed.
“Angela took amazing care of our kitties, Bear & Spooky! She spent a lot of time playing with them and keeping them company while we were gone. She even managed to get our picky cat to eat each day. We also loved all the photos and updates she sent. We are so thankful we found her on rover & will def be reaching out again! :)”
About: I have taken care of dogs and cats since I was young. I enjoy giving your pet the same attention and comfort they’d get at home. I also take the time to understand each pet’s unique needs. I also love to bond with them and make sure they feel safe, loved and happy while you’re away. I mostly work on my computer so I have all the time I need to be around your pet. They will have me around to play, exercise, company and go on long walks. I have a huge patio that feels like a yard and your dog will be able to sunbath and relax out here under my watch. I can sleep with your pet if that is what they’re used to or they can be crated if you’d prefer that. Am flexible:)
“Sophie was amazing taking care of my two kitty cats! She was on time every day and made sure their litter boxes were clean, food was being dispensed and water was fresh. She was very responsive and took such cute photos and summaries of her visits on each rover card. So thankful for her! Thank you Sophie!”
About: I’ve had many dogs throughout my life, from growing up with them to having dogs of my own. Although my experience with pets is primarily with dogs, I feel like animals in general absolutely love me! There’s a special connection between us that is unexplainable. I’d love the opportunity to care for your pets, whether it’s dogs or cats, and give them the love and attention they’re accustomed to—and deserve! Please note: I am available for house/pet sitting within 50 miles of San Diego. However, drop-in visits and dog walking are limited to 10 miles. I’m self-employed and fortunate to have a flexible schedule, which means I have plenty of time to give your pet the love and attention they deserve. I will make sure your pets are safe and comforted while you're away and do whatever I can to ease any anxiety they may have. We’ll play, relax, or simply hang out, whatever the moment calls for. My goal is to help them feel as comfortable as possible until you return.
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Christine J.
“First time I've had to leave our cats for an extended period of time. Took very good care of them and sent tons of pictures for us. Very happy kitties.”
Katarina K.
“Katarina was professional, thoughtful organized and reliable. She did an amazing job preparing for the visit and taking care of our injured puppy.”
Lidiia B.
“Lidia has helped me with Jojo many times over the years — she’s looked after her while I was on vacation and has always treated her with so much love and care. Lidia is a truly responsible, kind, and honest person. I always felt at ease knowing my dog was well-fed, well-walked, and happy. I also got daily photo and video updates from their walks, which was such a nice touch. Would I recommend Lidia as a dogsitter? Absolutely! Your pet will be showered with love, attention, and care ❤️🐕”
Latisha W.
“I'm so glad I chose Latisha to help me in a pinch when I needed a dog walker the next day. She walked my pup to the park, played fetch with her, fed her, gave her fresh water, and turned the AC on for her because it was getting warm. She sent me so many cute pics and a nice message about their time together. Thank you, Latisha! I would 100% recommend you.”
Marissa & Jonathan H.
“Marissa and Jonathan were great with our two dogs! We would definitely use them again!”
Alyssa M.
“Alyssa is obsessed with dogs. She always stops what she's doing to look at any passing by and always open to petting any with owner's permission. Her charismatic and outgoing personality gets along great with any type of dog. She is responsible with her dog, Lucy and takes great care of her. Dogs are her passion, plain and simple.”
Ralph R.
“Ralph was so wonderful!! I’m very anxious to travel away from my cat, but he was so communicative, sent a ton of photos and videos, (including ones showing that he fed her and cleaned her litter box). I have an energetic kitty and he prioritized playing with her and keeping her company. I would absolutely book him again, can’t say enough good about him!”
Rachel L.
About: I love animals and have pet sat cats, dogs, birds, turtles and fish for others since I was young. I have 2 cats of my own (that are currently living with my mom in a different state) that I miss very much. Taking care of your animals will fulfill my heart! I’m a physical therapist with a set work schedule, so pet care fits into my mornings, evenings, and weekends really well. I love spending time with animals and it’s the perfect way to unwind outside of work. You can count on me to be consistent, caring, and communicative! When I’m staying in your home, I’ll make sure your pet feels safe, relaxed, and loved. I’ll stick to their normal routine as much as possible with walks, meals, playtime, and lots of cuddles if they’re into that! I’ll also keep your space clean and treat your home with the same respect I’d expect for mine.
Benjamin C.
“Ben has watched my Australian Shepherd multiple times and he has been wonderful each time. My dog loves him and is always excited to see him whenever he comes to walk her.”
Debbie D.
“Debbie did a great job watching our two cats over the Thanksgiving holiday! She was easy to work and communicate with, and it was so nice to come home to a neat house and happy cats!”
Marcie L.
“Marcie was so great to our pup over Christmas weekend! She took him for walks and loved on him in her check-ins at our house, and even laughed off and cleaned up the mess he made when he got into some stuff overnight. Thank you!!”
Eily I.
“Eily was fantastic! Communicative and took her time during her drop in visits. It was my first time leaving my cat alone and she made sure he was happy and comfortable… as well as making sure I was assured he was ok. Highly recommend using Eily for all your pet sitting needs!!”
Sydney C.
“Sydney watched my cat, Miso, and kitten, Bug, many times, and she’s the best! She was so attentive to Miso, who is on the shyer side, and gave Bug so much love and play time since he’s got that kitten energy. She followed all the care instructions and kept all the litter letterboxes tidy and clean. She sent me lots of updates and photos as well! I was able to have a worry-free vacation because I knew I could trust Sydney with their care. I absolutely recommend Sydney as a pet sitter. She’s wonderful :)”
Angela C.
“Angela took amazing care of our kitties, Bear & Spooky! She spent a lot of time playing with them and keeping them company while we were gone. She even managed to get our picky cat to eat each day. We also loved all the photos and updates she sent. We are so thankful we found her on rover & will def be reaching out again! :)”
Ali S.
About: I have taken care of dogs and cats since I was young. I enjoy giving your pet the same attention and comfort they’d get at home. I also take the time to understand each pet’s unique needs. I also love to bond with them and make sure they feel safe, loved and happy while you’re away. I mostly work on my computer so I have all the time I need to be around your pet. They will have me around to play, exercise, company and go on long walks. I have a huge patio that feels like a yard and your dog will be able to sunbath and relax out here under my watch. I can sleep with your pet if that is what they’re used to or they can be crated if you’d prefer that. Am flexible:)
Owen A.
“Owen was super great and attentive. Thank you so much again Owen.”
Sophie M.
“Sophie was amazing taking care of my two kitty cats! She was on time every day and made sure their litter boxes were clean, food was being dispensed and water was fresh. She was very responsive and took such cute photos and summaries of her visits on each rover card. So thankful for her! Thank you Sophie!”
Tracey N.
“Tracey always takes such good care of our little girl. We have a very specific feeding schedule, and she follows it exactly as requested. Ember absolutely adores her—she even whines when Tracey leaves! We’re so grateful to have someone we trust to care for our girl when we need it. She’s wonderful, and we highly recommend her!”
Luana C.
“Luana was great! She’s very communicative, flexible, and easy to get ahold of. I have a very shy kitty and Luana was patient, gentle, and understanding with her.”
Erica T.
“Erica is the best! So quick and great and caring with my dog on SUCH short notice when I had a long term emergency trip. 10/10!!! Highly recommend.”
Hillcrest pet parents share their Rover experiences
Destiny was very attentive and took great care of my cats. One of them needs to take medicine twice a day which she was very helpful with and communicative while I was away! Destiny definitely goes the extra mile to make sure your pets are comfortable and cared for. Definitely will book again!
Lenny was nothing short of amazing. He has watched my dog Ziggy as I have been out to sea multiple times for the past nearly three months. Ziggy is a shy guy. It takes him a minute to warm up to new people. Lenny stayed consistent with his effort and by the third day I was underway, Lenny was sending me pictures of him and Ziggy lounging on the couch; the best of friends. Lenny will work with your schedule, budget, and preferences. He was amazing to work with and Ziggy made a friend for life in Lenny. I can't thank you enough for all you did for me and my best friend. We are extremely grateful.
Oh man, where do I begin? Kayla went above and beyond. Our dog is a chow chow and she isn’t the easiest dog. Our dog, Cali, is very scared, territorial, and protective. We needed to go away for the weekend for our baby shower and needed to find someone we could trust to check in on our girl. Because of Cali’s temperament, Kayla offered to do a meet and greet which didn’t go so well but she was willing to do another just to put us at ease. Even though Cali didn’t warm up as much as we hoped, Kayla still agreed to check in on Cali and feed her and give her water while we were away. Kayla made sure to message us after every check in and assure us that things went well. It’s so hard for us to find people to look after Cali when we are gone but Kayla was up for the challenge and still willing to help just so we can enjoy our weekend away with family for our baby shower. We couldn’t be more grateful for Kayla and would recommend her with anyone’s fur babies! So satisfied with her care, attention to detail, and willingness.
Amazing human being! Such a lifesaver I needed a sitter ASAP. He messaged back really quickly and confirmed! It was my first time leaving my dog with a sitter and I was incredibly anxious, but he didn’t mind me being a helicopter dog parent! Thank you again:)
Marcie is a true animal lover and did a great job again looking after our cats. The boys bonded with her pretty much instantaneously and were very happy to spend time with her. Marcie also administered medication to one of our cats, handled any mess they created, and left the house in a great shape. It was great to know our cats were well looked after and we look forward to working with Marcie again!
Princess is great with cats who have medical issues! My cat has asthma and needs an inhaler twice a day a day and she is great at doing it. She makes me feel safe and not worry when I’m away. Exactly what you want in a pet sitter. She even knows first aid, etc. Princess rocks!!!
Nicole was the absolute best with our puppy! Our girl is a bit of a handful and I thought that Nicole was super patient and dedicated to making sure she followed our routine. I could tell our puppy felt so comfortable with her and I swear her listening and training even improved while we were gone! She truly went above and beyond our expectations and I will definitely be booking her anytime we are out of town in the future.
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Hillcrest on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $25 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 1,745 pet sitters in Hillcrest. 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, 84% of Hillcrest pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Hillcrest have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Hillcrest.
Rover makes it easy to find Hillcrest 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 1,745 pet sitters in Hillcrest on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Hillcrest, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 90% 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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