Pet Sitting in Manhattan
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home a few times a day to feed and play with your pet.
Over 670 pet parents in Manhattan have booked pet sitting
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1. Victoria F.
“Victoria was great with my pupper. She was very patient with him when he was initially apprehensive of a new person taking care of him. I’ve never felt so at peace being away, knowing I have a reliable sitter! Thank you! :)”
2. Jaden M.
“Jaden went above and beyond for my dog Oscar. Oscar got a burr between his toes and Jaden plans on taking Oscar to the vet for us. I am extremely grateful for the care Jaden has given to Oscar.”
3. Sarah J.
“Alden had a good first visit with Sarah. Photo update during stay and good communication. Looking forward to his next visit.”
4. Kadey W.
“She was great, on time everyday, and sent plenty of pictures!”
5. Jacqueline A.
“Jacqueline was great, very thorough, super kind, and easy to work with. She provided an update with every visit and was very understanding of my somewhat reclusive kitty. More than happy to vouch for her!”
6. Aidan C.
“So happy with how Aiden cared for my cat! He is normally so shy but I can tell he loved being around her. Aiden will definitely be my go to for animal sitting! Thank you Aiden!!”
7. Savannah S.
“Savannah was the best! Our dogs (and cat) absolutely loved her and had a blast with her. She sent fun updates and pictures daily, and was very flexible with any changes. I completely trusted Savannah and highly recommend her!!”
8. Ash H.
“Thank you so much, Ash! This service has been a blessing for HiShawn. His anxiety level when we leave is nothing at all because he’s in his own home. ❤️”
9. Kailey W.
“Will definitely book again when I am out of town.”
10. Isabelle M.
“Isabelle is a very kind individual who has taken care of our cat as well as our turtle and fish. We have never had issues with Isabelle. Even on extended trips over 10 days the pets would be well fed but not overfed and always safe.”
11. Chloe A.
“Chloe is the best and our elderly dogs were so happy to spend the weekend with her. We received consistent updates and pics from Chloe and she went out of her way to make sure the dogs were happy and taken care of.”
12. Suliel S.
“Suliel was lovely! She accepted all of our kitties weird quirks and habits with grace and took excellent care of her while we were away. Will definitely be requesting her again!”
13. Claire B.
“I have known Claire most of her life. She is incredibly caring and a natural with dogs and cats and she has always been very conscientious about staying in touch, keeping the house clean, etc. You couldn't find a better sitter for your pet.”
14. Katharine B.
“I highly recommend Katharine! I was away for an extended time over the holidays and I can tell my cat was well cared for while I was away. She updated me with details every day and made sure my cat got her needed daily medication. I will be re-booking for future needs. Thank you!”
15. Stacey S.
“We are so thankful to Stacey for giving our doggies the love while we were away! She was on time, communicated and sent gorgeous photos! Definitely hoping she is available next time we go out of town!!”
16. Ashley B.
“Ashley did an amazing job taking care of Arashi. It usually takes a few days for him to warmup to new people. With Ashley he was out amd about with her on day one. She also answered any questions I had while taking care of Arashi. I will be for sure using Ashley again.”
17. Isabel W.
“Absolutely phenomenal - genuinely cared after my doggo and provided consistent updates the entire time. Can't recommend Isabel enough!”
18. Krista D.
“Krista came over to meet HiShawn before our trip. It took a minute but he did warm up to her. When she started to leave he started whining. He’s never done that before. Krista and HiShawn got along splendidly! Thank you, Keista”
The median cost per night for pet sitting in Manhattan is $18
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Sitters in Manhattan average 4 repeat pet sitting clients
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 Manhattan on Rover as of Apr 2025 was about $18 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 57 pet sitters in Manhattan. 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, 78% of Manhattan pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Manhattan.
Rover makes it easy to find Manhattan 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 57 pet sitters in Manhattan on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened 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.
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