Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Hillcrest, Dayton, OH
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1. Bradley M.

“Bradley did drop-in visits last weekend while we were out of town for an overnight trip. We have two rescue dogs who can be a bit needy, but they did fine with Bradley coming in and out to care for them. We're happy to have found Bradley and would highly recommend him.”


2. David D.

“David worked hard to coordinate with us when the keypad did not work on the access. He waited for me to reply and figured out how to get in another way with my help. Very much appreciated!”


3. Anne Y.

“Well to start out our very one person antisocial cat absolutely adored her. She made sure Mando had everything he needed every time she came. She played, hung around with Mando. She talked to him. She even went out of her way to help us when Mando got into the bed room where our bearded dragon was she came right over and checked the situation. She made sure she checked on our bearded Dragon every day also. We will definitely be rebooking when we leave again!”


4. Tatum L.

“I couldn’t be happier with the care Tatum provided for my cats, Jerry, Riley, and Joey! From our first meet and greet visit, Tatum impressed me by taking detailed notes to ensure Jerry, who is diabetic, received his correct insulin dose. Her attentiveness and precision made me feel confident that Jerry would get his shots on time, twice a day. Throughout my time away, she kept me updated with adorable photos and notes, which really put my mind at ease. When I returned, all three cats were relaxed, happy, and well-cared for. I wholeheartedly recommend Tatum to anyone looking for a caring, trustworthy, and attentive cat sitter-she truly treats pets like family! I will definitely book her again.”


5. Alice D.

“Alice took great care of my cat while I was away! She was very communicative and professional. Thanks Alice!”


6. Britany R.

“Britany was an amazing pet sitter. She came to our home twice a day for over a week. We have three kittens all under 1 year so there were some special instructions about feeding and keeping them apart at times. Britany went above and beyond to make sure all our cats had the care and attention they needed while we were gone. She gave detailed updates as well as included numerous photos after each scheduled visit. Once you meet her you know she has the biggest heart! We need to go out of town soon and plan to book Britany again!”


7. Leesa H.

“We booked Leesa last minute to check in on our dogs so that we could go away for an overnight trip. We haven’t used a sitter outside of our family in a long time, but we’re happy to say that our boys have a new friend! We will definitely be booking Leesa for future trips!”


8. Sierra H.

“Sierra is VERY good with cats! (Or at least with mine!) I appreciated the daily updates on her bm's, urine outputs, and daily photos! It helped me not worry so much about being away. I plan to hire her again in the near future!”


9. casey h.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 6 and I’m great with all sizes, breeds and ages as I’ve helped multiple dogs give birth and I’ve also taken care of geriatric dogs. I have volunteered at Our Farm Sanctuary and I foster for The Rescue Haven My life has always been surrounded by dogs, I love my animals more than anything. The first thing I do when I wake up is take care of the dogs, take them on a walk and then give them their breakfast and enrichment bowls/mats. I base my daily routine off my pets! I have fenced in yard and three fixed golden retrievers that are sweethearts. If you use a crate, I do ask that you provide that as I only have 2 of my own and they are occupied by my two youngest dogs. I have to crate Tucker and Dixie because they will eat anything when they’re bored, INCLUDING a wall 🤣 the crate will be cleaned and sanitized before pickup. I also ask that you provide your own food, that way there’s no upset bellies! I have plenty of natural treats if you’re okay with your dog having them


10. Brittany H.

“Brittany was absolutely fantastic! Despite the last-minute nature of my trip, she was incredibly accommodating. I’m extremely pleased with her professionalism and how smoothly everything transitioned.”


11. Monroe B.

“Miranda took great care of my cat Mia. She made sure she was stocked with food and water and provided some much-needed attention while we were away.”


12. Sara L.
“Sara is a wonderful pet owner & has the biggest heart for dogs! As a child, she would walk the neighborhood dogs, free of charge, just so she could spend some time with dogs even though she couldn’t get one of her own. This brief story encapsulates the longtime love and care Sara puts towards pets, dogs especially. She will love and bond with any pup that comes her way!”


13. Angie M.
“She takes extra special care of any and all animals around her. They all love her. Would recommend her any time to anyone looking for care of their pet.”


14. Meilyn W.
“Meilyn is an excellent caregiver. She fostered two bottlers kittens who were on four medications and hanging on to life. She nursed them back to life by bottle feeding them every four hours. Administered medication and love. They thrived more each day and were adopted into their forever homes.”


15. Angel A.

“Angel did an awesome job and went above and beyond to help us with our dogs!! She is very dependable and responsible. We will be using her again.”


16. Mia G.
About: I've been actively taking care of dogs since I was around 7 years old. I have experience with dogs of all sizes and am comfortable working with both large and small breeds! I have worked with dogs as young as one month and as old as 14 years. I would love to get to know your furbaby and help with their care. I have limited availability as I am currently in school. I will be available from March 17th-23rd and on some weekends, depending on week to week circumstances. I provide my dogs with frequent water breaks on walks during hot days. I am capable of keeping dogs safe if aggression occurs from other dogs and can strategically de-escalate the situation.


17. Mckenna H.
“I am McKenna's mom and I want you to know what a loving, loyal, dedicated pet owner McKenna is. We currently have a Golden Retriever that we rescued 3 years ago and he is probably 14 to 15 years old. McKenna is my go to girl! She takes Sunny to get groomed and if we can't get him in to the groomer, she takes him to the pet wash. She will take him to his vet appointments if I am not able to get off of work in time. She takes him for rides to get him out of the house because he is not able to take walks because of laryngeal paralysis. She is always buying him treats and spoiling him. McKenna also puppy sits for her sister's new golden retriever whom she adores and spoils. She dog sits for her brother and sister in-laws to Treeing Walker Coon Hounds who are a handful but McKenna has a special touch with them and they love her. She regularly dog sits for some friends who have 2 Labrador Retrievers and has watched another friends chihuahua and will be taking care of 2 mini Australian Shepherds later this year for 2 weeks. My parents have an 8 year old Pitbull that loves her and she loves him. This list of dogs that McKenna is actively involved with shows that she can take care of any breed and loves them all. McKenna has always had a way with dogs and is able to get them to pose for some really nice pictures, she is not a professional photographer but has a way with them to get some pretty cute pictures.”


18. Yolena M.

“Yolena was incredibly helpful and left robust notes at the end of her visit that left me feeling sure that my baby was well-taken care of. She communicated well and even helped with mail without being asked. Would highly recommend Yolena to any pet parent!”


19. Heavyn-Ley F.
“Heavyn-Ley is excellent with animals! She is a very loving and cheerful person! She watched our 7 year old cat named Chi Chi. She requires a lot of care, she gets an insulin shot once a day and is on a special diet. Heavyn-Ley kept her on schedule. And followed every instruction that we left for her. She also cared for our 2 year old poodle named Bennie. She made sure that she took him out 4 times a day and gave him his food/water and treats. She brushed him and everything! She is very professional and makes sure to treat your fur babies like they are her own!”


20. Julia M.
“Best Pet sitter in Baltimore County, Maryland!! Was so sad to see her go, yet so happy for her new adventure. From pop in visits, overnight stays to week long coverage she was a godsend when caring for our babies was needed. Caring for our Senior adopted pup Precious was no easy challenge she took it in stride and was so patience with her and all her silly little antics of the older years clumsiness. Our full of personality Yorkipoo Teddy that craves attention and would not leave her side along with our two adorable cats that she has helped care for since kittens that our now 13 years old (one now requires daily insulin) that always try to absorb all the attention for themselves. Where we don’t have the most exotic pets, if it’s a pet I am sure she can handle it with all of her years and experience in pet care of various pets. Trust me give her a try, she will not disappoint.”
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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 Jul 2024 was about $17 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 Jul 2024, there are 153 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, 87% of Hillcrest pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Hillcrest 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 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 153 pet sitters in Hillcrest on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Hillcrest, 90% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 80% 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.
