Pet Sitting in Independence
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1. Katherine C.


“Simply the best. Was great with all of my fur kids, and daisy loves her attentiveness, nice walks, loving care. Thank you Katherine for being there for us!”


2. Janet K.

“Janet has been amazing. After losing one of my dogs a few months ago, I rescued a dog for the first time. It has been overwhelming at times and I wasn't sure I would be able to find a dependable sitter who would be willing to handle him. Janet has been awesome and so understanding since day one. She comes over twice a week to let my dogs out when I work late. She takes great care of them and always keeps me updated. I really appreciate the details she puts into the rover cards and it makes me feel at ease to get a report and photos of then during my work day.”


3. Megan L.

“Megan is incredibly kind, organized, and truly loves taking care of animals. She did a lovely job caring for our two cats while I was out of state for the week!”


4. Nicole S.
“Nicole has been a wonderful dog/cat sitter for our pets over the last 2 years. She is dependable snd trustworthy. Recommend without reservation. Cliff and Harriet”


5. Carsyn K.
“Carsyn loves all animals and does a great job and caring for them! She treats all fur babies as her own and does a great job at watching and caring for our pets on multiple occasions!”


6. Aaron B.
“Aaron has been watching my dog Atticus since he was a puppy and has always done an amazing job! He is very attentive and sweet with my dog and rabbit and even sends update photos :)”


7. Patience P.

“Patience is awesome ! Super professional and kind. My dog can be a handful but she did so good with him. Will definitely be using her anytime I need another sitter.”




8. J David L.

“David is one of the most responsible pet owners I have ever met. I have seen first hand how gentle and attentive he is when it comes to caring for animals. He is very cautious and mindful about the individualized needs of every pet he meets and cares for.”


9. Mionique P.

“I made plans to visit a sick friend on Columbus for the day. Mionique stopped in and let Robie out for me in the middle of the day. It was such a relief to know I could spend the entire day with my friend and not have to worry about being home at a certain time. She was prompt, sent lots of pics and did a great job. I'm so happy to know I have someone that I trust now and can make plans to travel more.”


10. Kathryn D.
About: I love animals! I have never lived without pets! I had a dog growing up named Buddy, multiple cats (Buzz, Wallace, Jingles), multiple fish (Finn, Dunder, and Mufflin). Even though this is it, I have been pet sitting and house sitting for my friends and neighbors’ animals for years. Everything from birds to snakes to rabbits. I’ve almost cared for it all! I love pet sitting but now that I’m at college, I am too far to pet/house sit for my regular people. I am open to meeting new people and furry ones! I would love to help out in any way I can! I am flexible in terms of schedule. I look forward to meeting y’all soon! I am currently a medical student with free time for the next few months. I can do weekdays and weekend. Willing to visit multiple times a day as well. I will take care of your pet(s) at your home. Will walk and feed as often as needed to make your pet comfortable. Can’t wait to meet y’all!


11. Brianna B.

“Absolutely amazing. Sent pictures and updates of our dog with every check in. Super professional and timely! Will definitely be using her services again”


12. Kailee M.

“Kailee was great! My first time using a pet sitter for my dog and Kailee relieved all my nerves and made me feel super comfortable leaving him in her care. I highly recommend Kailee for all your dog sitting needs and plan on using her again in the future!”


13. Val Y.

“Val was great! Excellent communicator, was always there when she said she'd be, and my dog adored her 😊 It's a huge relief knowing my dog was in safe and caring hands, would definitely book again.”


14. Johnny K.

“Johnny was amazing! He took the time to give me a detailed message after every visit. 100% recommend!”


15. Laura L.

“Laura was great! She kept my cats fed and watered, and was great about providing updates. Easy to communicate with. Would definitely hire again!”


16. Melissa W.

“Hi Melissa. Thanks for walking Max. I am sure he enjoyed it. Just an FYI you do not have to feed him. I feed him before I go to work and when I come home. Thanks. I’ll schedule weekly walks.”


17. Roxanne S.

“Roxanne is wonderful! She was very communicative and prompt, and did exactly what she said she would do with our dog. We absolutely trust her and will use her again. We highly recommend her :-)”


18. Asis P.

“Asis was a great pet sitter for my older cat. She sent lots of pictures daily. We felt confident our pet was in good hands while we were away. I highly recommend Asis.”


19. Krista C.

“Krista was great with my dogs! She went above and beyond to play with and walk them. She even sent me pictures while I was away do I knew my babies were in good hands. I would recommend her to my friends :)”
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1. Search
Read verified reviews by pet parents like you and choose a sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your pets while you’re away3. Book & Pay
All payments are processed through Rover’s secured platform and your booking is backed by 24/7 support. It’s that easy!
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your pet sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Independence on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 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 273 pet sitters in Independence. 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, 90% of Independence pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Independence 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 Independence.
Rover makes it easy to find Independence 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 273 pet sitters in Independence on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Independence, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.
