Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Morningside Heights, Manhattan, NY
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“Johanna went above and beyond when checking in on my little fur ball, Smokey! I can see that she truly cares, with lots of play time, photos and videos. She took good care of the litter box and kept things clean. I can tell that Smokey really enjoyed her company and I will surly book her again for my next trip!”


“Emily was great! She followed all the instructions I left for checking on my cats. During her drop-in visit, she played with them and sent plenty of pictures. She is moving soon, otherwise I would be a repeat client!”


“Rosanna was a wonderful cat sitter. Our cats immediately felt comfortable with her and she gave them lots of love and attention! She went above and beyond with her care and we would definitely recommend her for your cats!”


“Gwinevere was incredible! Extremely responsive, and on top of any need my child had. This was my first time using Rover, so I was a bit nervous, but the moment I met Gwinevere I immediately felt relieved. She is very close in my neighborhood, so I will definitely be asking her to watch my child again. Thank you G! You’re the best!”


“Jaixa has done it again!! I had a last minute international trip and she was so accommodating and was able to check up on Fuji regardless. She was reliably updating me, sending me pics daily, and was so gracious through a small nipping incident when Fuji got excited (sorry again!). I returned to a happy healthy clean kitty who I'm pretty sure did not miss me at all and wonders where Jaixa went :D You're the best Jaixa!”


“We recently moved and it was our first time meeting Emily and having her take care of our cats. She was so professional, warm and reliable. Excellent communication and the cats loved her too! So happy we’ve met her!”


“Rebecca was fantastic! She sent consistent updates and photos and my cat really warmed up to her (which can be tough). Will definitely reach out to Rebecca again the next time I’m out of town!”


About: Hi there! We’re Marilyn and Haley, mother-daughter team. I’ve been around dogs my whole life and absolutely love spending time with them. Whether your pup is full of energy and ready to run, or more of a laid-back snuggler who enjoys a slow stroll, I’ll make sure they feel happy, safe, and cared for. I know how much trust it takes to leave your furry family member with someone new, so I always treat every dog like they’re my own. Expect lots of love, attention, and plenty of belly rubs along the way! I’m also big on communication—so I’ll send you updates and cute photos so you can see how much fun your pup is having. From long walks and playtime to quick potty breaks, I’m here to make life a little easier for you and a lot more fun for your dog. Can’t wait to meet you both! 🐶💛 I own my own business and have a flexible schedule allowing me the ability to take dogs for walks and play time throughout the day. I will ensure that when on walks the leash and collar or harness is fully secured and fastened. I will never forced your pet to do or go anywhere they don’t want to.

“Ari was amazing. She took thorough notes and asked good questions in our initial meet up and took great care of our cat while we were away. Her daily reports were detailed and had amazing photos (frame worthy) and our kitty was a happy camper when we came home (as always). We really appreciate her caring for our cat.”



“As a new pup mom with some separation anxiety of my own, I felt completely at ease with Brittany coming by! She took multiple photos and wrote a summary of the visit, truly so helpful for a worrier like me. Absolutely recommend!!”


“Dasja was super helpful when I was in a bind. She took my three month puppy out of her crate and had a great visit. She was super understanding of my puppy’s accident and even cleaned up afterward. Overall, she is timely, attentive, and great with pups. Would highly recommend.”


About: I have over 10 years of experience caring for friends’ and neighbors’ dogs of all breeds, sizes, and personalities. I also have personal experience training my family's dog (who lives in NJ) to become a certified therapy dog, which taught me the importance of patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement. Whether it’s a leisurely stroll, playtime, or extra cuddles, I treat every dog like my own and ensure they’re cared for with love and attention. While my schedule changes from week to week, I’m flexible and happy to coordinate with you to make sure your pet gets the care they need. Just reach out with your preferred time, and I’ll do my best to make it happen! I treat every client’s home with the same respect and care I would my own. I follow all instructions carefully, double-check that doors are locked and lights are set as requested, and make sure pets are secure before leaving. Communication is key, so I provide regular updates and photos so you always know your pet (and your home) are safe. My goal is to give you complete peace of mind while you’re away.

About: I grew up with a Labrador Retriever and was very involved in taking care of him. Additionally, I have cared for my friends' pets, including dogs and cats. I currently work part-time and I mostly work remotely so I can accommodate to your schedule and your pet's needs! Additionally, I have open availability on the weekends. I first start by getting to know the pet because every pet is different. Once I know what they are comfortable with, I try to make the environment match that.

“Simone was great! Punctual, lovely and a great communicator! She gave me regular updates and I didn’t have to worry about if my pup was in good hands. Definitely recommend!”


“Chrisha was very easy to work with! She followed my instructions just fine & was able to problem solve. She sent me great check in photos I will definitely book her again I trusted her services & help!!”


“Kateryna took great care of our kitty while we went away for our honeymoon for two weeks. Our cat really warmed up to her and they enjoyed lots of playtime and snuggles. She took great pictures every day and was prompt to point out any discrepancies in his demeanor or physicality (he was all good but great that she noticed!) Kateryna asked great questions when stopping by to visit beforehand, and was very sweet and respectful. Will definitely hire again!”


About: I did trusted house sitters (similar platform to rover) for a number of years where I traveled and watched dogs and cats. Now I have my own! I am a true animal lover and will keep them happy, healthy, and entertained. I’m a grad student and I have my own Pomeranian, and she’s extremely friendly. I live right next to Morningside Park and we go to the dog run often. I am very flexible and experienced in overnight care as well. We have an elevator in my building and my apartment is a large 3BR. Happy to pick your doggo up if needed! We live next to morningside park.
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Johanna G.Star Sitter

“Johanna went above and beyond when checking in on my little fur ball, Smokey! I can see that she truly cares, with lots of play time, photos and videos. She took good care of the litter box and kept things clean. I can tell that Smokey really enjoyed her company and I will surly book her again for my next trip!”


Aisha N.Star Sitter

“Aisha cared for my cat Zola perfectly and went above and beyond in making sure she was a happy and fed cat. I also appreciated the communication and prompt replies.”


Emily F.Star Sitter

“Emily was great! She followed all the instructions I left for checking on my cats. During her drop-in visit, she played with them and sent plenty of pictures. She is moving soon, otherwise I would be a repeat client!”


Rosanna G.Star Sitter

“Rosanna was a wonderful cat sitter. Our cats immediately felt comfortable with her and she gave them lots of love and attention! She went above and beyond with her care and we would definitely recommend her for your cats!”


Gwinevere v.Star Sitter

“Gwinevere was incredible! Extremely responsive, and on top of any need my child had. This was my first time using Rover, so I was a bit nervous, but the moment I met Gwinevere I immediately felt relieved. She is very close in my neighborhood, so I will definitely be asking her to watch my child again. Thank you G! You’re the best!”


Caroline C.Star Sitter

“My pup loved Carolina! Her communication was 10/10 and she sent lots of pictures of my fur baby making my trip away from him so much easier. Will be booking again!”


Alexandra B.Star Sitter

“Alexandra was wonderful and super responsive!”


Jaixa I.
Star Sitter


“Jaixa has done it again!! I had a last minute international trip and she was so accommodating and was able to check up on Fuji regardless. She was reliably updating me, sending me pics daily, and was so gracious through a small nipping incident when Fuji got excited (sorry again!). I returned to a happy healthy clean kitty who I'm pretty sure did not miss me at all and wonders where Jaixa went :D You're the best Jaixa!”


Emily S.Star Sitter

“We recently moved and it was our first time meeting Emily and having her take care of our cats. She was so professional, warm and reliable. Excellent communication and the cats loved her too! So happy we’ve met her!”


Rebecca R.Star Sitter

“Rebecca was fantastic! She sent consistent updates and photos and my cat really warmed up to her (which can be tough). Will definitely reach out to Rebecca again the next time I’m out of town!”


Marilyn B.
“Marilyn would be a wonderful dog caregiver - I've seen firsthand how she lovingly cared for her dog who passed away recently. She always was so devoted and attentive to him, especially as he got older and had serious health issues. As someone who has a senior dog myself, I would trust Marilyn to take care of him with no hesitation. She also would be great with dogs of any age.”


Ari S.Star Sitter

“Ari was amazing. She took thorough notes and asked good questions in our initial meet up and took great care of our cat while we were away. Her daily reports were detailed and had amazing photos (frame worthy) and our kitty was a happy camper when we came home (as always). We really appreciate her caring for our cat.”




Brittany H.
Star Sitter


“As a new pup mom with some separation anxiety of my own, I felt completely at ease with Brittany coming by! She took multiple photos and wrote a summary of the visit, truly so helpful for a worrier like me. Absolutely recommend!!”


Dasja A.
Star Sitter


“Dasja was super helpful when I was in a bind. She took my three month puppy out of her crate and had a great visit. She was super understanding of my puppy’s accident and even cleaned up afterward. Overall, she is timely, attentive, and great with pups. Would highly recommend.”


Nicole F.
“I’ve known Nicole for 18 years. She is responsible, hardworking and incredibly kind. Over the years, she’s helped take care of my dogs many times, and she’s always been reliable, patient and great with them. I used to live in New York City and had dogs while I was there, so I know how challenging it can be to care for pets in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment. That’s why I can say with full confidence that Nicole would make a fantastic dog walker in NYC. She’s calm under pressure, pays attention to detail, and truly cares about the well-being of the animals she’s looking after. Any dog(and dog owner) would be lucky to have her.”


Victoria L.
“Victoria is an amazing and very caring person! She has watched my cat Spice and my family dog Luna on numerous occasions, and has taken great care of them every time. They love her very much and always get excited whenever she has come to take care of them. Overall Victoria is a huge animal lover, and would be perfect for Rover!”


Simone J.


“Simone was great! Punctual, lovely and a great communicator! She gave me regular updates and I didn’t have to worry about if my pup was in good hands. Definitely recommend!”


Chrisha Marhea N.Star Sitter

“Chrisha was very easy to work with! She followed my instructions just fine & was able to problem solve. She sent me great check in photos I will definitely book her again I trusted her services & help!!”


Kateryna S.

“Kateryna took great care of our kitty while we went away for our honeymoon for two weeks. Our cat really warmed up to her and they enjoyed lots of playtime and snuggles. She took great pictures every day and was prompt to point out any discrepancies in his demeanor or physicality (he was all good but great that she noticed!) Kateryna asked great questions when stopping by to visit beforehand, and was very sweet and respectful. Will definitely hire again!”


Annie W.
“Annie watched my dog a number of times and I was so lucky to have her around! She showered my dog with love and care. Anyone would be lucky to have Annie as their petsitter.”
Morningside Heights pet parents share their Rover experiences
Payton took perfect care of our cat Zoey while we were out of town for 2 weeks. She was communicative, attentive, and followed our instructions perfectly, while also adapting when things went off script with our place or cat. We especially appreciated the detailed daily reports! As a lifelong cat dad in my 40s, I have had lots of experiences with sitters and Payton ranks at the very top. I cannot recommend her enough.

We couldn’t be happier with our experience! Our cat Messi was in the best hands while we were away. Every day we got thoughtful, detailed updates — not just about his food, water, and litter being cared for, but also about how much love and attention he was getting. The apartment was kept spotless, which is no small feat with cat litter around, and it gave us so much peace of mind knowing Messi was being truly looked after, not just checked on. It’s rare to find someone this reliable, caring, and thorough — you can really tell they love what they do. We’d recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy sitter and will definitely book again!

Ashley is the best! We were able to travel again knowing that our baby boys were in loving and caring hands. ☺️ Her adorable updates and photos always brighten each day that we are away from them. <3 We would hands down trust Ashley with our precious babies again! ❤️

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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
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 Morningside Heights.
Rover makes it easy to find Morningside Heights 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
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.
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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.
