Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Merriwether, Louisville, KY
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“Ciara was awesome. I felt comfortable overseas knowing Freya was in good hands. Ciara took care of everything and even developed a bond with Freya. I'd be excited to use Ciara again in the future.”
“Kumiko was our first Rover sitter, and she was wonderful with our 2 cats over the holidays! Quick and easy communication, and she put us at ease knowing we could trust her while we were away. I would certainly recommend her and would seek her help again in the future.”
“Erin did a great job, even picking up last minute with our 4 fur babies during Derby 🐎 week. Both dogs and cats were well taken care of, she even brought packages in for us. We received multiple daily photos along with the written updates and felt every thing was under control. Highly recommend, and hope to be able to use Erin again when the need arises.”
“Had a great experience with Magdalana caring for our three beloved cats! Great service and communication….very professional. It was so nice seeing the pictures of them she sent at each visit.”
About: I work from home (even pre-pandemic) with my terrier mix assistant, Mochi. I have many years of experience with dogs, as pets and as a volunteer at a local animal shelter. Mochi and I look forward to making new friends by having other dogs over to visit and hang out with us. We are available for daycare or overnight visits. *Available Mondays & Fridays after 9:30am* Why I love dog sitting I have had a dog since I was a child. I have always loved dogs, especially rescues. Having another dog or two around gives my dog a chance to socialize & play while I work. (Otherwise he just sits in my lap or at my feet) About my yard We have a large fenced backyard to play in, to chase squirrels, & for potty breaks, but also take walks around the neighborhood.
“Tara was very knowledgeable and helpful with our first time using Rover and as first time new cat owners! She sent lots of pictures, was quick to communicate needs and updates, and was always available to respond when we had questions or other small requests. She made this process easy and gave us peace of mind. We will be booking with her in the future!”
“Michael was an excellent dog sitter. He was reliable and professional. He utilized the features of the app to keep us updated on our dog daily including photos. I would definitely recommend his services to others and look forward to using him again in the future.”
“Katherine dropped in on our 2 cats while we were away. She was a great sitter. We looked forward to her updates and photos.”
“She was very flexible and even came to my house an extra time to check in on my cat when I was freaking out! I’ve used her multiple times now”
“Athena was tremendous with my cat while I was gone for an extended trip. She took care of his needs and was very communicative. I would definitely book Athena for future cat-sitting needs.”
“Jen was great! She took really good care of my boys & sent lots of pics to help this anxious Kitty Momma!! She even closed up the forgotten garage door. We would definitely recommend her.”
“Olivia took great care of our two kitties while we were out of town! She was professional, prompt in communication, always on time, and a pleasure to interact with! We will book again and we highly recommend her!!”
“Allison was great, our two dogs enjoyed her and she gave us peace of mind knowing she was looking in on them. It was obvious she has a love of animals. Would highly recommend her.”
“Rebecca is a great communicator. She is very genuine and clearly loves dogs. She let me know when she started and what she did with our little pup.”
About: I have two delightful tuxedo cats who are 7 years old. I have been watching pets and housesitting for family and friends since childhood. I have experience giving cats oral medication, trimming cats' nails, and bathing cats if necessary. My schedule is remote and asynchronous (I am a student and work online) so I am often available at short notice, in addition to just generally being flexible with my availability. I keep pets calm and comfortable by adhering to their typical routine as closely as possible. I am never a yeller, I have taught my own cats the command "down" with an accompanying snapping noise.
About: I am a patient and attentive pet sitter! I have volunteered at the Animal Shelter for 15 years and believe that all pets deserve a safe and loving home! I currently work full-time 9-5pm but am willing to be there for your pets any time in the evening, nights or anytime on the weekends! I follow all guidelines given to me by pet owners to a T and make sure that I am adhering to their normal routine. It's important to me that your pets are safe and happy.
“Rizzo seemed to have a great visit with Abby! She was great with communication and sent a bunch of pictures after the visit! :) It looked like they had a lot of fun!”
“Ceanna took great care of our cat with minimal notice. We really appreciated the cute pictures and clear communication of need for timing changes.”
“William did a great job with my two cats! Communication was very good and easy, and my kitties seemed to really like him immediately! I will absolutely rebook.”
“Meredith was quick to respond and offered to come and meet our pup Honey with less than a days notice! This was our first time in over a year that we’ve had someone other than family take care of Honey and she was so reliable and trustworthy. She was prompt and sent pictures and updates after each visit. We are so happy we found Meredith and will absolutely request her services again.”
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1. Ciara W.
“Ciara was awesome. I felt comfortable overseas knowing Freya was in good hands. Ciara took care of everything and even developed a bond with Freya. I'd be excited to use Ciara again in the future.”
2. Kumiko P.
“Kumiko was our first Rover sitter, and she was wonderful with our 2 cats over the holidays! Quick and easy communication, and she put us at ease knowing we could trust her while we were away. I would certainly recommend her and would seek her help again in the future.”
3. Erin K.
“Erin did a great job, even picking up last minute with our 4 fur babies during Derby 🐎 week. Both dogs and cats were well taken care of, she even brought packages in for us. We received multiple daily photos along with the written updates and felt every thing was under control. Highly recommend, and hope to be able to use Erin again when the need arises.”
4. Magdalana M.
“Had a great experience with Magdalana caring for our three beloved cats! Great service and communication….very professional. It was so nice seeing the pictures of them she sent at each visit.”
5. Marina M.
“Marina is on amazing pet owner, I wish I could leave my dogs with her every day. I 've known her for five years, she is trustworthy and fun! Mochi is one lucky dog!!!”
6. Tara S.
“Tara was very knowledgeable and helpful with our first time using Rover and as first time new cat owners! She sent lots of pictures, was quick to communicate needs and updates, and was always available to respond when we had questions or other small requests. She made this process easy and gave us peace of mind. We will be booking with her in the future!”
7. Michael M.
“Michael was an excellent dog sitter. He was reliable and professional. He utilized the features of the app to keep us updated on our dog daily including photos. I would definitely recommend his services to others and look forward to using him again in the future.”
8. Katherine P.
“Katherine dropped in on our 2 cats while we were away. She was a great sitter. We looked forward to her updates and photos.”
9. Emilia M.
“She was very flexible and even came to my house an extra time to check in on my cat when I was freaking out! I’ve used her multiple times now”
10. Athena S.
“Athena was tremendous with my cat while I was gone for an extended trip. She took care of his needs and was very communicative. I would definitely book Athena for future cat-sitting needs.”
11. Jen J.
“Jen was great! She took really good care of my boys & sent lots of pics to help this anxious Kitty Momma!! She even closed up the forgotten garage door. We would definitely recommend her.”
12. Olivia B.
“Olivia took great care of our two kitties while we were out of town! She was professional, prompt in communication, always on time, and a pleasure to interact with! We will book again and we highly recommend her!!”
13. Allison H.
“Allison was great, our two dogs enjoyed her and she gave us peace of mind knowing she was looking in on them. It was obvious she has a love of animals. Would highly recommend her.”
14. Rebecca D.
“Rebecca is a great communicator. She is very genuine and clearly loves dogs. She let me know when she started and what she did with our little pup.”
15. Winifred E.
“I am so grateful for Winifred! I have two tuxedo twin kitties and found myself delayed getting home from a trip. It was so stressful, but Winifred made it so much better when she made time to come and check on my boys. They had food and water but needed socialization and Winifred was just what they needed! She took care of them and sent photos which were so reassuring. Since then Winifred has been my go to anytime I need a hand. So grateful to have someone I can trust with my boys!”
16. Sarah H.
“Sarah has been taking care of our beloved 3 cats for nearly two years and it has been simply a dream. They are extremely frightened of strangers, and Sarah has handled it all with care and grace, while also implementing a very annoying feeding regimen that requires them all to be separately fed. Now whenever she arrives, they come out of their hiding spots quickly and let her pet them - we've never had them warm up more quickly to a cat sitter ever before! We would recommend Sarah endlessly as a pet sitter, walker or long-term caretaker. She is communicative to us while she's with our pets and so kind to our animals, and while we haven't ever had an emergency we trust her completely to handle anything that may come up with our pets with empathy and efficiency.”
17. Abby V.
“Rizzo seemed to have a great visit with Abby! She was great with communication and sent a bunch of pictures after the visit! :) It looked like they had a lot of fun!”
18. Ceanna B.
“Ceanna took great care of our cat with minimal notice. We really appreciated the cute pictures and clear communication of need for timing changes.”
19. William W.
“William did a great job with my two cats! Communication was very good and easy, and my kitties seemed to really like him immediately! I will absolutely rebook.”
20. Meredith S.
“Meredith was quick to respond and offered to come and meet our pup Honey with less than a days notice! This was our first time in over a year that we’ve had someone other than family take care of Honey and she was so reliable and trustworthy. She was prompt and sent pictures and updates after each visit. We are so happy we found Meredith and will absolutely request her services again.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Merriwether 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 158 pet sitters in Merriwether. 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 Merriwether pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Merriwether have an average of 16 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 Merriwether.
Rover makes it easy to find Merriwether 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 158 pet sitters in Merriwether on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Merriwether, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 93% 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.
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