Pet Sitting in Hillsborough
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“Megan was great! Very professional and sweet, and she followed my (lengthy list of) instructions perfectly. She obviously cares about the animals she watches and sent detailed updates after each visit, which I appreciated. Would definitely recommend Megan, and we’re already rebooking her for our next trip!”
“Amanda was such a sweet caregiver for our fur baby. She was punctual for visits, attentive to our cat’s needs, and thorough with following any instructions provided. We felt completely comfortable with her watching our cat while we were out of town & would absolutely reach out to her for rebooking in the future!”
“Hon was amazing! My dog was anxious and nervous at first, but Hon was extremely patient with him, finally getting him to warm up to him. Hon was on time and sent lots of pictures, which I loved a lot! Will definitely get Hon again when I go away.”
About: ...because we love them just the same! Hi! My name is Noria. I am the proud owner of a Goldendoodle, his name is Mylo and yes, he is my baby! I have the privilege of caring for several different breeds and size dogs. Young adults, seniors and dogs with special needs. The very shy and temperamental to the hyper and stubborn dog. I love all dogs! Overnight stays are welcome, room enough for your dog's bed and/or crate. Special toys,blankets, binkies etc. are also welcome-us pet parents understand!:- I do volunteer work part time, so I’m home most of the day, and it’s easy for me to dog sit and be able to care for each pets personal needs and necessities. *I do have a flexible schedule if needed which can be discussed I live in a townhome that has a large fenced- in patio area, room enough for dogs to play. Behind my house is a large open grassy area and beautiful trees where I often walk the dogs.
About: Dogs have been a part of my heart and home for as long as I can remember. I adopted my first dog, a spirited Jack Russell-Boston Terrier mix, in 2005, and when I got married, I happily welcomed my husband’s senior boxer into our family. A few years later, an unplanned encounter led us to adopt another boxer puppy—we couldn’t resist her charm! Over the years, our family grew, adding four kids into the mix alongside our beloved dogs. Losing my own dog in 2019 and our boxer shortly after my youngest was born was incredibly hard, but it deepened my appreciation for the unconditional love and joy dogs bring. I was the first in my family to welcome a dog into our lives, and since then, I’ve inspired my sisters and even nieces and nephews to do the same. Though I can’t currently have a dog in my home as a single mom with four little ones, I deeply miss the companionship and connection dogs provide. Caring for your dog would be an honor, and I promise to treat them with the same love and attention I’ve given my own. Whether it’s walks, cuddles, or playtime, your furry family member will be in caring hands. I’m a newly single mom of four young children. As a stay-at-home parent, I care for my toddler during the day while my three older kids are in school. This allows me to have a flexible schedule that works around their school hours and extracurricular activities. I understand how important it is to ensure your dog feels safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away. I’m happy to care for your dog in your home, following all your instructions to keep their routine consistent and familiar. Whether it’s feeding schedules, playtime, or quiet cuddles, I’ll make sure your furry family member gets the attention and care they deserve. I also recognize that dogs can sometimes feel anxious when their parents aren’t around. I’ll do everything I can to ease their worries and keep them calm, using the tips and guidance you provide. If any unexpected messes happen, I’ll handle them promptly and ensure your home stays clean and tidy. My goal is to provide you with peace of mind and ensure your dog feels loved and cared for while you’re away.
About: I am taking care of my little pup since 1 year, he is very cute, he’s so friendly and active, loves to play with other dogs would love to welcome new friends at home! Schedule is flexible as per dogs needs! Morning walk Breakfast Little puzzle/ fetch play Sleep Little play with kids and family play Evening walk Dinner My home has beautiful fenced backyard where dogs Can roam freely. EASY ACCESSIBLE PLAY. Lots of belly rubs and treats are shared with everyone! Love to play with!
“Amanda was great with Onyx when we took a weekend trip. She was timely, sent detailed updates, and loved on our boy. She stayed in contact if she had any questions to make sure she was providing the best care. Onyx can be difficult with food especially when we are gone and she checked in for advice. She adjusted well to make sure he was eating. Overall, great experience! Will definitely hire her again if we need a sitter.”
About: I raised my dog as a child for 15 years then raised another dog as an adult for 15 years. I cannot own a dog right now, so would love the opportunity to care for dogs again. I am back in central Jersey, taking care of my Mom full time, giving me available opportunity for dogs 24/7. I have no full nor part time job, so much much down time here. I have a large empty townhouse in central Jersey with only one other inhabitant-sweet adorable senior Mom. There is an outdoor patio and courtyard, that leads to the grounds of the community where there is plenty of green grass to run and walk on. We have a large empty room that I can play fetch with a dog, and throw a toy.
About: I’ve had a dog for almost 11 years but I put I only have 5 years of experience because I was trusted to take care of her alone around 5 years ago. I’m 18 years old and very good with dogs. I love playing with them and taking them for walks. I’m always happy to help! This is a job I will be doing while I’m on break from college so I’m honestly good most days. I would be good for as early as 8 am and as late as 10 or 11 pm. I always watch the pets closely and look for signs of stress or discomfort. I like to give them lots of attention and make sure that they are well fed and taken care of. If we are going for a walk, I will make sure their harness and leash are on correctly and we only go in the areas the pet owner is okay with. I will also make sure they have water before I leave and that they have used the bathroom.
“Susan did great job taking care of our two cats. We received pictures every day. Lola and Ross looked relaxed and happy. We recommend Susan as a responsible cat sitter.”
“Alexis is great and simply awesome. She took great care of Molly! Will definitely hire her again.”
“Hannah was a great communicator throughout her visits with my dog. She was very understanding, punctual, and took pictures and took great care of my dog. I look forward to using her again in the future.”
“Holly did great with our very anxious dog while we were away on vacation! She was always on time for her drop in visits and was quick to respond to any messages. We also received a Rover report from her with each visit which gave detailed information about the visit and included pictures. We would definitely use Holly again!”
About: Growing up we always had pets around. Gold fish, guinea pigs, cats and dogs. It really is a fruitful and valuable thing to learn how to love and care for any creature. I am full time homemaker. I spend most days providing top level care for my two devon rex and not too long ago my senior dog who is no longer with us. In my clients home I can follow any level of play and I would be more than happy to go on a walk with their pet and other care within reason.
“Debbie did a great job. The dogs were happy and well taken care of. All my special instructions were followed without a problem. I would have Debbie back again.”
About: I have had dogs for 15 years so I am comfortable walking and taking care of dogs. I have never owned a cat but have been around them so I am also comfortable with cats. I am currently working part-time but I have plenty of time to care for your beloved pets. I can do a one time visit or scheduled visits for an extended period of time. 1. Understand the Pet’s Needs Ask the client for detailed instructions: feeding times, food type, medications, allergies, walking schedule, etc. Learn about the pet’s behavior (friendly, anxious, aggressive) and routines. 2. Maintain Safety and Cleanliness Always secure doors, gates, and crates to prevent escapes. Clean up after the pet, especially accidents or food spills. Keep harmful items (medications, cleaning products, small objects) out of reach. 3. Respect the Client’s Home Use designated areas for feeding, walking, or playing. Avoid letting pets on furniture unless permitted. Follow house rules for access to rooms or areas. 4. Provide Emotional Comfort Speak calmly and gently. Maintain familiar routines to reduce stress. Spend time playing or cuddling if the pet enjoys it. 5. Watch for Signs of Illness or Distress Monitor for changes in eating, behavior, or bathroom habits. Inform the client immediately if anything seems off. Know emergency contacts, including the vet’s information. 6. Document and Communicate Leave notes or updates (text, photos) about the pet’s day. Be honest about any issues or accidents.
“Andrea always does a great job taking care of our cats! 🐈⬛ 🐈”
About: I’m a life long pet lover and am eager to provide assistance to pet owners in need. I will treat your pet like my own due to my sincere love for animals. I don’t have a pet of my own at the moment, so I am able to be available more often. I am available Monday through Friday beginning at 430pm until the evening, and whenever on Saturdays and Sundays. I would be happy to assist anyone in need during those times. I would love to be able to walk your pet, play with your pet, and feed your pet if this is something that is needed. I enjoy time with animals and would be grateful to provide this assistance.
“Brittany is fabulous! She was extremely attentive to our two cats and I felt so great leaving them in her care. She is very knowledgeable about cats and you can see the passion she has for animals. I would recommend Brittany to anyone looking for a great pet sitter!”
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1. Megan K.
“Megan was great! Very professional and sweet, and she followed my (lengthy list of) instructions perfectly. She obviously cares about the animals she watches and sent detailed updates after each visit, which I appreciated. Would definitely recommend Megan, and we’re already rebooking her for our next trip!”
2. Amanda J.
“Amanda was such a sweet caregiver for our fur baby. She was punctual for visits, attentive to our cat’s needs, and thorough with following any instructions provided. We felt completely comfortable with her watching our cat while we were out of town & would absolutely reach out to her for rebooking in the future!”
3. Hon K.
“Hon was amazing! My dog was anxious and nervous at first, but Hon was extremely patient with him, finally getting him to warm up to him. Hon was on time and sent lots of pictures, which I loved a lot! Will definitely get Hon again when I go away.”
4. Noria L.
“Noria has taken care of our dogs over the years and we have had no complaints. Noria is very attentive to the needs of our dog while under her care. It is very important to us the our dog feels comfortable and is well loved, I highly recommend Noria as a responsible dog sitter!.”
5. Rosemary H.
“Rosemary loves animals and it shows. My dogs absolutely love it when she comes over! Couldn't ask for a better person to care for my pets.”
6. Tanvi M.
“She is the best pet lover , taking care of small pet dog right now and he loves so much. Never misses his diet and taking care of little things like what kind of treat he like always look and check after trying any new food for allergies. Very active lifestyle and time table”
7. Amanda F.
“Amanda was great with Onyx when we took a weekend trip. She was timely, sent detailed updates, and loved on our boy. She stayed in contact if she had any questions to make sure she was providing the best care. Onyx can be difficult with food especially when we are gone and she checked in for advice. She adjusted well to make sure he was eating. Overall, great experience! Will definitely hire her again if we need a sitter.”
8. Tom Z.
“You know how some people get along with animals better than they do with people? Those people who have bumper stickers that say, "I love my dog", or...even better, "I love my dog, it's people I'm not so sure about"? Basically, the kind of animal lover who truly believes that animals are essentially better people than people? Tom Zuback isn't one of them. If he had a bumper sticker, it would say "I love my dog, but don't worry, I could learn to like you, too." Tommy is a lover. For the purposes of Rover.com, I'm going to focus on his love of dogs. When my dog died, he checked on me several days a week for several more weeks than was required as a friend. And in speaking with him, he would ask what I missed most. He understands the relationship between people and their dogs. He was a City slicker for many years, but he did not allow that to impede his ability to be a dog lover. While his apartment would not let him keep a dog there, he was a steadfast sitter to his friends' dogs, especially to labradoodles Trevor and Spencer - for over 15 years! I've known Tommy since we were 7 years old. When I met him, and for what seemed like our entire childhood, he had Suzette. Suzette was a French poodle, and Suzette was also the friendliest poodle ever met - then and 50 years later! No doubt, Suzette was loved, and she couldn't help but be kind to others because of the love she felt at home. Never did I think twice about leaving my dogs in the care of Tommy. He's the kind of person who hears about a dog who attacked someone and whose first thought is "what was that dog going through? What happened to that dog?" - his last thought is "that dog is bad". By profession, Tommy is a photographer. While he has had the opportunity to photograph celebrities and People magazine-worthy moments, and more than once been at the right place at the right time to catch the star of the moment, if you asked him about his favorite photo gig, he'd tell you that it's the one with the dogs. I don't know the name of it, actually. How funny is that! He's been doing it for years, and it's not about the status of the event or the opportunity it presents in Tommy's mind/career. It's a fundraiser for dogs, and each year when he is called upon to be its photographer, I know I am going to get a bunch of photos with the photographer being loved by, or loving, a dog. As I write this, I'm not entirely sure who takes those photos, but all I know is that Tommy is in his element. (Side note: he must do a fantastic job photographing this dog promoting event, as he's asked back year after year.) I have zero reservations about Tommy being a friend to any dog, and I have all the confidence in the world to recommend him as a pet walker/sitter/lover. I may trust him more with a dog than with my mother. Just kidding, but hopefully you get the idea. He loves, fur or no fur, but fur is a plus. Thanks for the opportunity to recommend Tommy (Tom) Zuback.”
9. Angelina R.
“Angelina has been helping to care for our family's 10 year old Golden Doodle, Shelby since she was a child. She spends time brushing her, cleaning her teeth, taking her for walks even baking up yummy dog treats! Angelina is reliable & friendly and ready to care for your dog as if it were her own!”
10. Susan M.
“Susan did great job taking care of our two cats. We received pictures every day. Lola and Ross looked relaxed and happy. We recommend Susan as a responsible cat sitter.”
11. Alexis G.
“Alexis is great and simply awesome. She took great care of Molly! Will definitely hire her again.”
12. Hannah W.
“Hannah was a great communicator throughout her visits with my dog. She was very understanding, punctual, and took pictures and took great care of my dog. I look forward to using her again in the future.”
13. Holly H.
“Holly did great with our very anxious dog while we were away on vacation! She was always on time for her drop in visits and was quick to respond to any messages. We also received a Rover report from her with each visit which gave detailed information about the visit and included pictures. We would definitely use Holly again!”
14. Kim H.
“I have known Kim for over 15 years. She is reliable, responsible, honest, and kind. She is a great person to have around in an emergency due to her levelheadedness. I have seen her in action as a loving pet mom (as well as a loving human mom!). She has taken care of both my pets and my kids in the past, and I would not hesitate to have her do either in the future because I know they would be in excellent hands. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone who needed somebody to care for their pets.”
15. Debra A.
“Debbie did a great job. The dogs were happy and well taken care of. All my special instructions were followed without a problem. I would have Debbie back again.”
16. gianna s.
About: I have had dogs for 15 years so I am comfortable walking and taking care of dogs. I have never owned a cat but have been around them so I am also comfortable with cats. I am currently working part-time but I have plenty of time to care for your beloved pets. I can do a one time visit or scheduled visits for an extended period of time. 1. Understand the Pet’s Needs Ask the client for detailed instructions: feeding times, food type, medications, allergies, walking schedule, etc. Learn about the pet’s behavior (friendly, anxious, aggressive) and routines. 2. Maintain Safety and Cleanliness Always secure doors, gates, and crates to prevent escapes. Clean up after the pet, especially accidents or food spills. Keep harmful items (medications, cleaning products, small objects) out of reach. 3. Respect the Client’s Home Use designated areas for feeding, walking, or playing. Avoid letting pets on furniture unless permitted. Follow house rules for access to rooms or areas. 4. Provide Emotional Comfort Speak calmly and gently. Maintain familiar routines to reduce stress. Spend time playing or cuddling if the pet enjoys it. 5. Watch for Signs of Illness or Distress Monitor for changes in eating, behavior, or bathroom habits. Inform the client immediately if anything seems off. Know emergency contacts, including the vet’s information. 6. Document and Communicate Leave notes or updates (text, photos) about the pet’s day. Be honest about any issues or accidents.
17. Andrea T.
“Andrea always does a great job taking care of our cats! 🐈⬛ 🐈”
18. Hannah G.
About: I’m a life long pet lover and am eager to provide assistance to pet owners in need. I will treat your pet like my own due to my sincere love for animals. I don’t have a pet of my own at the moment, so I am able to be available more often. I am available Monday through Friday beginning at 430pm until the evening, and whenever on Saturdays and Sundays. I would be happy to assist anyone in need during those times. I would love to be able to walk your pet, play with your pet, and feed your pet if this is something that is needed. I enjoy time with animals and would be grateful to provide this assistance.
19. Brittany O.
“Brittany is fabulous! She was extremely attentive to our two cats and I felt so great leaving them in her care. She is very knowledgeable about cats and you can see the passion she has for animals. I would recommend Brittany to anyone looking for a great pet sitter!”
20. Alma H.
“Alma was responsive to our needs, proving adept at taking care of our senior cat Camilla. Would call her again in a jiffy!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Hillsborough on Rover as of Apr 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 Apr 2025, there are 620 pet sitters in Hillsborough. 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, 88% of Hillsborough pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Hillsborough have an average of 14 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 Hillsborough.
Rover makes it easy to find Hillsborough 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 620 pet sitters in Hillsborough on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Hillsborough, 92% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 89% 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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