Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Imperial, Lakeland, FL
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“I have used Ruth several times and could not be happier with the services she provides. Ruth demonstrates a high level of professionalism, punctuality, and attentiveness to my dog, Frankie. Ruth has excellent communication skills and replies to my messages promptly with pictures of her visit with Frankie. There have been several occasions when I've needed last minute dog walks or visits due to a work emergency, and Ruth always is able to jump in and help me out with last minute notice. Most importantly, my dog Frankie absolutely LOVES her! I highly recommend Ruth for all your animal needs! ”


“Thanks for taking such good care of our girl and treating her like one of your own. Thank you for the great updates on her on the daily visits.”


“This was our first time booking DeDe and she will absolutely be our go-to person to care for our 3 dogs whenever we are out of town! She was awesome in handling all 3. (One is a senior pup, one is super shy, and the third one can just get too crazy excited at times and be a pain.) Dede went above and beyond to care for all 3 and I’m so grateful to/for her!!”


“Haven, has come from heaven she's caring and loving with my furry babies. I couldn't ask for anyone better than her. My furry babies loved her and knew when she was going to stop by, my cat would wait for her by the door and my dog loved her too. I'm beyond grateful to have found her. I recommend her 1000% I will keep her for my next booking. Happy new year!! ?”


“Sue does great with Daphne. Our girl warmed right up to her after just a bit. Sue has great communication and pictures. Thank you for helping with our girl.”


“Sia was wonderful! Our pup is a little shy at first, and Sia was so patient and warm while Apple warmed up to her. She gave detailed explanation of what they did together, and took many pictures to show our sweet happy pup in her care! I am so glad to have found Sia, and I will definitely be using her again!”


“We had Kylee come check on our dogs while we were at the beach for 6 days. We were nervous to leave our dogs since we had never left them with a sitter for more than 1 day. Kylee was INCREDIBLE and kept us updated on how they were doing and made sure they felt loved while we were on vacation! We’ll definitely be using her again! ❤️”


About: What sets me apart from other sitters is my lifelong experience with animals and my genuine passion for their care. Growing up, I was surrounded by both cats and dogs, which taught me the importance of understanding each pet's unique personality and needs. Over the years, I’ve also had the opportunity to dog-sit for family and friends, caring for pets of various breeds, ages, and temperaments. This hands-on experience has given me valuable skills, such as managing energetic puppies, providing extra attention to senior pets, and ensuring all pets feel loved and secure. I treat every animal as if they were my own, and I’m committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for them. I recently graduated from college and am currently awaiting my diploma to begin my career. In the meantime, I have the flexibility to dedicate my time to caring for pets daily, ensuring they receive the attention and care they need. When caring for pets in my home, I prioritize creating a safe, clean, and comfortable environment tailored to their specific needs. I ensure they have a designated space for rest, provide access to fresh water, and follow their feeding schedules precisely. I also supervise playtime to keep them active and engaged while ensuring their safety.

“Lindsay was exactly what I needed for my last minute travel! I had never used a service like this before and just moved to a new area so I wasn't sure how it would go. Lindsay met me and the fur babies before the trip and got a lay of the house and I was instantly comfortable with her! She was on time for every visit, she loved my pups as her own and she kept me in the loop at each visit! I never felt that I needed to worry about my babies while away and it allowed me to thoroughly relax! Thank you so much!”


“April was amazing. Very professional. Took care of any changes we had immediately. Our Animal kingdom loved her, and she loved taking care of them. She was always on time for her drop-ins and she checked in and checked out perfectly. She let us know of any issues, a and took care of them immediately. Such a pleasure knowing that we could relax knowing our pets would be well cared for. We were able to concentrate on our family. We will most definitely book with her again.”



“Mikayla did a wonderful job walking our three Boxer dogs, Frankie, Xena and Ducky. Two out of 3 of our dogs can be a handful at times. But she did a great job! Thank you!!”


“Jennifer is the best!!!! My cats were treated so well that I didn't see any difference in their behavior after our extended departure. They were relaxed when we arrived and I could see right away that they really liked the care Jennifer gave them. Jennifer was very helpful and available. She helped us out when our trip out of the country was extended by 2 weeks. I had peace of mind knowing my cats were in good hands. Everything was clean when I arrived and my cats had missed us, but I could see that they were relaxed and well fed. seraphin, my most shy cat, was super comfortable with her, and that's a great proof of the quality of the bond Jennifer knows how to build with animals. Thank you :-)”


About: I have raised many different animals. I have experience in raising puppies as well as kittens. I am able to dare for all sizes of dogs. I am a teaches working a side job through the Summer! I love pets and have a flexible schedule. I am available at all times through the week and weekend. My dog is my absolute world. I care deeply for all animals and their well being. I find their health extremely important and I am very aware of the diet my dog has. I love keeping dogs company and interacting with them.


About: We Care For Your Animals As If They're Our Own! Trusted Pet Sitting in YOUR Home. Licensed, Bonded, Insured. References. Certified through Pet Sitters International & Red Cross Pet First Aid. Member of the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce. Stop-in pet sits, mid day dog walks, overnight pet and house sitting and pet taxi services. Loving care for your animals. Food, water, walks, exercise, lots of love, minor home security if you are away such as bringing in mail and paper, alternating lights & blinds. Watering plants, taking out trash etc. I keep a diary of each visit & will send texts w/ photos. Will care for most domestic animals including reptiles and birds. About this sitter: I've always had two passions: Animals and photography. I've never met an animal I didn't like (unless you consider a tarantula an animal). ;) I am fun, thoughtful, careful, attentive to details, responsible, caring Christian who works and walks with Integrity. Why I love dog sitting I've been a dog lover all my life. I've had dogs of my own and have always loved to take care of family and friend's dogs. I pet sat part time in the late 1980's & have done it full time since 2010. Meet my pets Will care for most domestic animals including reptiles and birds. About my yard I only sit in the client's home, not at my own. This allows the pet to feel more comfortable in their own environment. No travel trauma for pet or owner. Reduced chance for picking up illness as not boarding with other pets. Pets can keep their same feeding & exercise routines. They can also have the familiar sights, sounds & smells that make them feel safe in their own home. My experience administering medication I will administer most medications as long as the pet is friendly and accepting of it. I am available for your let's needs, whether that be stop I'm visits, house sitting and overnight stays and more. I also do pet and family portraiture. I do not care for client's pet in my home, but rather the pet's own home so they feel confident, safe, relaxed and can keep their own routines, surrounded by familiar sights, sounds and smells.

“Thank you for taking care of Kupah.”


About: I’ve taken care of dogs, cats and other animals of all ages for over 12 years. I love getting to spend time with animals and get to know their personality. I’ve worked with animals from a few months old into their senior years. I am a full- time teacher but have most evenings free. Weekends, evenings and breaks away from school will be amazing time for taking care of pets. I have cared for many peoples pets in their own home. I have done over nights or coming two to three times a day, depending on the customers comfort.

“Kathryn did a wonderful job with our 2 dogs and cat while we were on vacation. She sent daily pictures and updates and we highly recommend her.”


About: I have cared for pets the whole of my life. From dogs to ferrets, turtles, and hedgehogs, I have decades of experience caring for even the smallest animals. I am patient, kind, and genuinely excited to spend time with any dogs I am fortunate to meet. I am currently seeking a new full time position so this is a perfect way to supplement my free time while I search. I am available throughout most of the day after the morning school run and before the afternoon school run. It is important to me that you and your pet feel comfortable regardless of the setting. Whether it is a drop in visit or a stroll around the block, I want you to know that your pet is in good and caring hands.

“Madison is a fantastic sitter! These are the things that stood out to me: - Madison was very punctual. We asked her for daily visits for our young cat Chidi and she was there at the same time every day. - The photos that Madison posted were amazing and I will cherish them forever. She also sent videos. - The Rover cards were detailed and I looked forward to them every day - I can tell Chidi loved her! We adopted him during the pandemic so he only knows us and a couple other people and I was worried he wouldn’t want to interact but he looked to be happy in the photos and videos. Will definitely book Madison again if she’s available.”


About: What sets me apart is a lifetime of hands-on experience with animals. My first pet, a cat named Angel, lived to be 16 years old. Since then, I’ve fostered puppies and now care for my own mini poodle, Solboy. I understand the different needs of both energetic young pets and aging seniors, and I provide each animal with patient, loving, and reliable care. I treat every pet like family and make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. Pet care fits perfectly into my routine. I work full time but get off early in the evening, which gives me plenty of time for afternoon and evening visits—right when most people need help during their 9–5 schedules. I’m also off most weekends, so I’m available for flexible care, longer walks, or last-minute requests. My schedule allows me to reliably show up and give pets the attention and playtime they deserve. Whether I’m caring for pets in my home or my client’s, I always focus on creating a safe, calm, and loving environment. I follow any specific routines or instructions to keep pets comfortable and stress-free—whether that’s feeding, walks, playtime, or administering medication. I take time to bond with each pet, making sure they feel secure and cared for. Cleanliness, consistency, and communication are key. I also give plenty of affection, enrichment, and attention, so they feel just as loved as they do with their family.
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1. Ruth M.


“I have used Ruth several times and could not be happier with the services she provides. Ruth demonstrates a high level of professionalism, punctuality, and attentiveness to my dog, Frankie. Ruth has excellent communication skills and replies to my messages promptly with pictures of her visit with Frankie. There have been several occasions when I've needed last minute dog walks or visits due to a work emergency, and Ruth always is able to jump in and help me out with last minute notice. Most importantly, my dog Frankie absolutely LOVES her! I highly recommend Ruth for all your animal needs! ”


2. Kristina T.

“Thanks for taking such good care of our girl and treating her like one of your own. Thank you for the great updates on her on the daily visits.”


3. DeDe L.

“This was our first time booking DeDe and she will absolutely be our go-to person to care for our 3 dogs whenever we are out of town! She was awesome in handling all 3. (One is a senior pup, one is super shy, and the third one can just get too crazy excited at times and be a pain.) Dede went above and beyond to care for all 3 and I’m so grateful to/for her!!”


4. Haven M.


“Haven, has come from heaven she's caring and loving with my furry babies. I couldn't ask for anyone better than her. My furry babies loved her and knew when she was going to stop by, my cat would wait for her by the door and my dog loved her too. I'm beyond grateful to have found her. I recommend her 1000% I will keep her for my next booking. Happy new year!! ?”


5. Sue R.


“Sue does great with Daphne. Our girl warmed right up to her after just a bit. Sue has great communication and pictures. Thank you for helping with our girl.”


6. Sia M.

“Sia was wonderful! Our pup is a little shy at first, and Sia was so patient and warm while Apple warmed up to her. She gave detailed explanation of what they did together, and took many pictures to show our sweet happy pup in her care! I am so glad to have found Sia, and I will definitely be using her again!”


7. Kylee E.

“We had Kylee come check on our dogs while we were at the beach for 6 days. We were nervous to leave our dogs since we had never left them with a sitter for more than 1 day. Kylee was INCREDIBLE and kept us updated on how they were doing and made sure they felt loved while we were on vacation! We’ll definitely be using her again! ❤️”


8. Joyce P.
“Joyce is a fantastic neighbor and an incredibly dependable pet sitter. While I was at work, she came to my house to watch Pluto, and I couldn’t have been more impressed. Joyce took great care of Pluto, ensuring he was comfortable and happy. She’s attentive, responsible, and clearly loves animals. It’s such a relief to have someone like Joyce nearby who I can trust completely with my dog. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and reliable sitter!”


9. Lindsay G.

“Lindsay was exactly what I needed for my last minute travel! I had never used a service like this before and just moved to a new area so I wasn't sure how it would go. Lindsay met me and the fur babies before the trip and got a lay of the house and I was instantly comfortable with her! She was on time for every visit, she loved my pups as her own and she kept me in the loop at each visit! I never felt that I needed to worry about my babies while away and it allowed me to thoroughly relax! Thank you so much!”


10. April R.

“April was amazing. Very professional. Took care of any changes we had immediately. Our Animal kingdom loved her, and she loved taking care of them. She was always on time for her drop-ins and she checked in and checked out perfectly. She let us know of any issues, a and took care of them immediately. Such a pleasure knowing that we could relax knowing our pets would be well cared for. We were able to concentrate on our family. We will most definitely book with her again.”




11. Mikayla B.

“Mikayla did a wonderful job walking our three Boxer dogs, Frankie, Xena and Ducky. Two out of 3 of our dogs can be a handful at times. But she did a great job! Thank you!!”


12. Jennifer S.

“Jennifer is the best!!!! My cats were treated so well that I didn't see any difference in their behavior after our extended departure. They were relaxed when we arrived and I could see right away that they really liked the care Jennifer gave them. Jennifer was very helpful and available. She helped us out when our trip out of the country was extended by 2 weeks. I had peace of mind knowing my cats were in good hands. Everything was clean when I arrived and my cats had missed us, but I could see that they were relaxed and well fed. seraphin, my most shy cat, was super comfortable with her, and that's a great proof of the quality of the bond Jennifer knows how to build with animals. Thank you :-)”


13. Cassidy W.
“Cassidy Wade is absolutely amazing with animals! She has watched my dog, Ella, numerous times, and each time she has gone above and beyond. Cassidy is attentive, responsible, and has a natural connection with animals. Ella adores her and I always feel completely at ease knowing she’s in such good hands. I highly recommend Cassidy to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate pet caregiver!”




14. Janet V.
“Your review Janet has been our pet sitter for years. We all need a sitter for our pets sometimes and she is exceptional! My family loves her, our pets love her, and she helps us relax when we are away, knowing our animals are being taken care of. Janet is a good person. She is trustworthy, reliable, and dedicated. Thank you Janet for committing to a service that is so needed and very appreciated!”


15. Carly B.

“Thank you for taking care of Kupah.”


16. Nicole N.
“Nicole has been absolutely amazing with my dog and treats her like she’s part of the family. It gives me so much peace of mind knowing my pup is in such caring and trustworthy hands. She’s reliable, professional, and genuinely loves the dogs she works with. If you’re looking for someone who will treat your dog like their own, Nicole is the best!”


17. Kathryn Lynn P.

“Kathryn did a wonderful job with our 2 dogs and cat while we were on vacation. She sent daily pictures and updates and we highly recommend her.”


18. John M.
“John has had dogs for most of his life and has always taken his pet care responsibilities seriously. He is very reliable and kind-hearted. He remains very passionate about maintaining the well-being of his current two dogs. Put your trust in John and your dogs will be in good hands, safe and well cared for.”


19. Madison F.

“Madison is a fantastic sitter! These are the things that stood out to me: - Madison was very punctual. We asked her for daily visits for our young cat Chidi and she was there at the same time every day. - The photos that Madison posted were amazing and I will cherish them forever. She also sent videos. - The Rover cards were detailed and I looked forward to them every day - I can tell Chidi loved her! We adopted him during the pandemic so he only knows us and a couple other people and I was worried he wouldn’t want to interact but he looked to be happy in the photos and videos. Will definitely book Madison again if she’s available.”


20. Tatiana M.
“She is very caring and responsible and knows how to treat pets and parents with respect she will do anything possible to make it comfortable for the pet as well as the parents 😊 and I know especially she knows that pets are not just pets they are our family that we love and treasure them Have a blessed day”
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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 Imperial.
Rover makes it easy to find Imperial 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
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- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
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