Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Lakewood, Jacksonville, FL
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1. Stacey S.


“Stacey got the job done and was attentive with my cat. She went above and beyond. We didn't realize her vet would be closed the day before Thanksgiving and we were unable to get a refill on her prescription that she takes twice a day. Stacey called the vet the day after Thanksgiving and picked it up for us. She really came through in a pinch and we felt great that she was the one caring for our gal. We highly recommend her”


2. Shera M.
“Shera was amazing! I have a feisty cat and she was able to handle him well and make sure he was fed and taken care of. She also watched my dog and we came home to a happy puppy and no messes!”


3. Zoey B.

“Zoey saved me last minute and was amazing! My boys loved her and I was able to enjoy my vacation without being anxious that they would be alone. Highly recommend her!”


4. Cassie H.

“We recently moved to the area and were looking for someone to watch our two cats while we were out of town for the weekend. We were very happy to have found Cassie and will definitely use her in the future!”


5. Karen A.

“Karen is amazing. Played with my two cats, showed up on time. Followed instructions to a "T", and my girls really appreciated her company and care. Made going out of town easy and stress free. I'll definitely book again when I need cat care, I cannot stress how amazing of an experience this was!”


6. Judy F.
“Judy has been my pet-sitter for one year now. She always makes herself available when needed Judy is prompt to be on time and takes excellent care of my babies. Feeds them and gives snacks as instructed. Even brushes their teeth. They love her and she loves them. I recommend her for any pet sitting position that you may need.”




7. Stephanie B.

“Stephanie was AMAZING!!! Best cat sitter I’ve ever had by far. She was communicative in just the right way, and I loved how she showed you each drop-in when she started and stopped. She went above and beyond, even bringing a small bag of treats over when I told her I didn’t get around to buying any before my trip and felt bad about it! So sweet, I would DEFINITELY recommend her!!💕🥰😻”


8. Kara R.

“Kara was incredible and we’ll definitely be booking her again! She was on time to each check in, sent lots of pictures, and sent very detailed updates. My pup was excited to have a visitor during my time out of town and I’m so glad I chose Kara to drop in with Oliver.”


9. Brittany H.

“I can’t think of a more loving and capable caregiver than Brittany! Brittany did an amazing job with my Scarlett! My dog took a liking to Brittany immediately and she just connected with her so well. Brittany was extremely communicative, friendly, and very professional. We will be using Brittany regularly in the future for all our pet caregiving needs, and we would recommend her to anyone!”


10. Jenna H.

“Jenna has been the absolute best with all of our pups- she provides excellent care during drop in visits, and is very reliable & professional. Jenna thank you so much for the great care, we appreciate you!!”


11. Lexi L.

“Lexi was great! So nice and personable and sweet with little Timmy!”


12. Liz M.

“Liz was great! She came for a meet and greet the weekend before our trip, and called and sent pictures when she went by to check on our kitties! So thankful for her help 🤍”


13. Tyler H.
“Tyler has been taking care of my 5 cats and my dog for 11 years! She’s super sweet, attentive, and LOVES animals! She’s always on time and she go over and beyond her duties. I fully trust her not only with my beloved animals, I also trust her in my home. She’s truly the best!”


14. Gypsy G.

“She was great with my old, grumpy and not kind to strangers dog.”


15. Toni N.

“Toni was amazing, our cats are very skittish but they warmed up to her and we felt totally at ease having her care for them, will definitely use again.”


16. Renee F.

“Renee was so attentive to our two cats while we were out of town for four days. She showed up in a timely manner and even stayed longer one night. She was super friendly and always shared plenty of info in every update about our boys.”


17. Eric D.

“Eric is flexible and reliable. He communicated well during his drop-in’s and eased my mind while we were away. Eric is awesome and now we know who to call!”


18. Victoria T.

“Great sitter! Was flexible and was incredibly helpful after my usual sitter cancelled last minute. Really appreciate how comfortable she made me feel with two dogs that have to be kept separate, and I will absolutely be using her again in the future!”


19. Baylee R.

“Baylee did an awesome job watching over my cat Leo! If you want a lot of pictures and videos she is definitely your girl I really appreciated seeing him all the time.”


20. Julia I.
“Julia is the first person I ask whenever I need help with my pup! She is so patient and kind, dogs can sense that. She sees dogs as family, which is why she cares so well for them. Bless her!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Lakewood 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 335 pet sitters in Lakewood. 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, 91% of Lakewood pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Lakewood have an average of 16 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 Lakewood.
Rover makes it easy to find Lakewood 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 335 pet sitters in Lakewood on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Lakewood, 89% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 89% 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.
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.
