Pet Sitting in National City
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Top rated National City pet sitters
“I'm beyond happy with the service I received. She made sure to communicate and check in with me everyday at the times I specified for Midnight. I normally come home and midnight looks sad and depressed when others have watched her. I came in and she was so happy, energized and very well taken care of. My house looks the same, nothing out of place or damaged. Thank you so much Gabrielle. I will definitely continue to use her and reference her to my other dog parents. Thank you!!!”
“Jill is amazing, so kind and took care of King like he was hers. She sent TONS of pictures while we were on vacation which made me feel better knowing that our kitty was comfortable and in good hands!”
“Caroline watched my dog for the first time and took such great care of her! She is a senior dog and Caroline makes sure to give her the attention she needs always. Thank you for all the pictures you send!”
“Danielle was fantastic and eased my worries from the start. I had to last minute book her due to a cancellation, and she reassured me every time I had any question or concern. She takes lots of pictures and is always willing to give love to my pups. I was cautious with a new person, but I’m glad I gave Danielle the chance because she is AWESOME!”
“Lawrence was great with my pets and super communicative with me while I was out of town, appreciated all of the photos he sent and the time he took to get to know my kiddos!”
About: I’ve cared for pets my whole life — dogs of all ages, guinea pigs, fish, and more. I truly enjoy giving animals love, attention, and fun! With no evening classes this semester, I have plenty of flexibility in the mornings. Walking dogs fits perfectly into my routine, and I enjoy starting the day active and outdoors. I give dogs freedom to sniff, stroll, and play at their pace—always sticking to their routine and making sure they feel safe, happy, and loved.
“Rachael is absolutely fantastic. My dog tore my blinds to bits while I was gone and she handled it like a champ, cleaned up the mess, and even offered a little expertise on ordering new ones lol! Very responsive and Nate loves her. Highly recommend!”
“Sarah was great with Wallace! He’s a little skittish (or a lot - he hid under my couch) around new people but she worked with him and definitely earned his trust. Really appreciated the in depth visit descriptions that definitely helped put my mind at ease.”
“Abby was great with my 3 boys. 2 pitbulls and a cane corso are a LOT. lol i will be referring her and using her in the future, if she’ll have us. ? Thanks again Abby”
About: I have experience with both dogs and cats, female and male, kittens/puppies being bottle fed, middle aged animals, and seniors taking medication. I also have experience with aggressive cats specifically. My name is Mary by everyone calls me Mae. My pronouns are They/Them. I am looking to earn money through my passions. One of those is helping animals! I am available any time necessary to do checkups on your animal(s)! I make sure their water is always full, that they aren't over or underfed, and that they've had plenty of bathroom breaks, playtime, and cuddles! I'll give them treats if you let me too!
“If there’d been a 10-star rating option for this sitter, I’d have selected it expeditiously! While I was away on a 10 day vacation halfway across the world, Michelle went beyond Rover expectations—she exceeded in every category, from feeding to cuddling to playing. She even cleaned and tidied up an unexpected accident my cat had left during her last visit. I’m super impressed and happily pleased with Michelle’s service. Would I ever rebook with her?. . .Is the sky blue? Yes 👏🏾 Yes 👏🏾 YES 🙌🏾”
About: Love dogs, very flexible schedule, I’m a professional by day, and enjoy working with animals and helping people in my spare time. I have no set agenda and am not doing this for the money. I’m doing it because I love animals and enjoy spending time with them. I live and work in downtown STL. My calendar is very open and I don’t see it filling up any time soon. I hope you find this biography interesting because it requires me to type 125 words and I am struggling with what else I should put. My dog Pierre is very low key. He is pretty happy just hanging out as long as he has a human to cuddle with. We like to do long walks, go to dog friendly places, and parks. We like to hangout with lots of options for exercise. I find dog behavior is based on their ability to release their energy in a positive way.
About: I've been watching dogs for close to 20 years for both friends and family. I care for small to medium dogs but have no issues with larger dogs. I grew up with a golden and am most comfortable with that size or smaller. I'm very patient, offering personalized playtime, cuddles, and walks, ensuring their needs are met with attention and care! Please feel free to contact me at any time! I usually get off work at 11AM so I'm available all throughout the week. On weekends I'm usually available from 1pm to 5:00pm to care of your dogs but can also make exceptions In my home, pets enjoy comfort, playtime, and attention. At yours, I maintain routines, provide walks, and ensure your pet feels secure and at ease.
“Catelyn was amazing with my two elderly cats. Even the antisocial one loved her! She sent me daily updates with pictures. Catelyn was wonderful and made my vacation stress-free.”
About: Hi, I’m Maddie! 🐾 I’ve had cats and dogs in my life since I was a baby — from tiny Pomeranians to big, lovable German Shepherds. Over the years, I’ve pet sat for friends, family, and neighbors (both dogs and cats!) and love giving pets the care, walks, and attention they deserve. I’m currently a medical resident, which means my schedule shifts weekly — but that actually gives me the flexibility to help care for your pets when you need it most. You can count on me to be reliable, responsible, and trustworthy (I take caring for your furry family members as seriously as I do my patients!). Whether it’s long walks, playtime, snuggles, or just keeping your pets company, I’m here to make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. 🐶🐱💛 As a medical resident, my schedule changes week to week, but I have flexibility for daytime, evening, and some weekend visits to fit your pet’s needs. I live in a spacious, pet-friendly apartment with my own small dog. There’s plenty of room for play indoors, and I have safe, walkable areas nearby for exercise and potty breaks. While I don’t have a yard, I make sure dogs get plenty of fresh air and supervised outdoor time. I can also crate pets upon request to match their routine and keep them comfortable.
“Niah was a great sitter! She was kind and enthusiastic at the our meet and greet. I knew my cats would be taken great care of and felt very comfortable leaving them in her care. Also had some last minute travel changes and was easy to contact and flexible which was appreciated. Would work again with Niah!”
About: I have experience with both cats and dogs I love animals I'm extremely happy when I'm with animals there are so smart and so full of love I know how to administer medication to both animals I deal with all breads and sizes I give the love that I want someone to give my pet I really like to have a detailed description of how and what your pet baby likes and dont like I feel more comfortable meeting the pet a week in advance just for 30min to get a feel of the energy and so I want be to much of a stranger to them I also do things around the home like watering plants and getting the mail and extra things please feel free to ask about anything that I forgot to mention It's like having a child my cat is also my priority waking up I feed him before doing anything else there well being matters ♥️ Every household is different same as routine I like to keep my cat on feeding schedule as well as when I clean out his litter box Everyone routine and schedule may be different I don't like to take away from the pets regular routine it makes it easier for them
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Gabrielle T.
“I'm beyond happy with the service I received. She made sure to communicate and check in with me everyday at the times I specified for Midnight. I normally come home and midnight looks sad and depressed when others have watched her. I came in and she was so happy, energized and very well taken care of. My house looks the same, nothing out of place or damaged. Thank you so much Gabrielle. I will definitely continue to use her and reference her to my other dog parents. Thank you!!!”
Jill F.Star Sitter
“Jill is amazing, so kind and took care of King like he was hers. She sent TONS of pictures while we were on vacation which made me feel better knowing that our kitty was comfortable and in good hands!”
Chandra H.
“Chandra is the best. She was always on time and took great care of my Sadie. She even took care of my garden. Will definitely be booking her again in the near future.”
Caroline K.Star Sitter
“Caroline watched my dog for the first time and took such great care of her! She is a senior dog and Caroline makes sure to give her the attention she needs always. Thank you for all the pictures you send!”
Danielle P.Star Sitter
“Danielle was fantastic and eased my worries from the start. I had to last minute book her due to a cancellation, and she reassured me every time I had any question or concern. She takes lots of pictures and is always willing to give love to my pups. I was cautious with a new person, but I’m glad I gave Danielle the chance because she is AWESOME!”
Lawrence J.
“Lawrence was great with my pets and super communicative with me while I was out of town, appreciated all of the photos he sent and the time he took to get to know my kiddos!”
Sophia L.
“While I was out of town for a week to go to England, Sophia watched my shih tau and terrier mix. The terrier mix is pretty feisty but sophia adapted well. She came over as often as requested and stayed for ample amounts of time to make sure they didn’t get lonely. We loved having her :)”
Tess F.
“Tess was absolutely amazing with my high maintenance dog and cat, will definitely book again for upcoming trips!”
Rachael B.Star Sitter
“Rachael is absolutely fantastic. My dog tore my blinds to bits while I was gone and she handled it like a champ, cleaned up the mess, and even offered a little expertise on ordering new ones lol! Very responsive and Nate loves her. Highly recommend!”
Sarah S.
“Sarah was great with Wallace! He’s a little skittish (or a lot - he hid under my couch) around new people but she worked with him and definitely earned his trust. Really appreciated the in depth visit descriptions that definitely helped put my mind at ease.”
Abigail S.
“Abby was great with my 3 boys. 2 pitbulls and a cane corso are a LOT. lol i will be referring her and using her in the future, if she’ll have us. ? Thanks again Abby”
Kyani A.Star Sitter
“Kyani went above and beyond with our boys! We will definitely use her services again!”
Mary K.
“If you want someone who can take care of your Fur baby the same way that you would take care of them, you should choose Mae to be their caretaker for anything from a day to months. They are extremely dedicated to making sure all animals have well being and that directions given are followed. Really just an amazing human to take care of your best furry friends.”
Michelle M.
“If there’d been a 10-star rating option for this sitter, I’d have selected it expeditiously! While I was away on a 10 day vacation halfway across the world, Michelle went beyond Rover expectations—she exceeded in every category, from feeding to cuddling to playing. She even cleaned and tidied up an unexpected accident my cat had left during her last visit. I’m super impressed and happily pleased with Michelle’s service. Would I ever rebook with her?. . .Is the sky blue? Yes 👏🏾 Yes 👏🏾 YES 🙌🏾”
Ryan A.
“Ryan from a very young age has been a natural animal lover. As a youth, he loved to read and learn about different animal breeds and how best to care for them. Once old enough to care of animals, he then raised several different pets. Ryan’s true passion however, is for dogs. He looks after and is very considerate of all animals and their needs.”
Daniel W.
About: I've been watching dogs for close to 20 years for both friends and family. I care for small to medium dogs but have no issues with larger dogs. I grew up with a golden and am most comfortable with that size or smaller. I'm very patient, offering personalized playtime, cuddles, and walks, ensuring their needs are met with attention and care! Please feel free to contact me at any time! I usually get off work at 11AM so I'm available all throughout the week. On weekends I'm usually available from 1pm to 5:00pm to care of your dogs but can also make exceptions In my home, pets enjoy comfort, playtime, and attention. At yours, I maintain routines, provide walks, and ensure your pet feels secure and at ease.
Catelyn R.Star Sitter
“Catelyn was amazing with my two elderly cats. Even the antisocial one loved her! She sent me daily updates with pictures. Catelyn was wonderful and made my vacation stress-free.”
Madeline B.
About: Hi, I’m Maddie! 🐾 I’ve had cats and dogs in my life since I was a baby — from tiny Pomeranians to big, lovable German Shepherds. Over the years, I’ve pet sat for friends, family, and neighbors (both dogs and cats!) and love giving pets the care, walks, and attention they deserve. I’m currently a medical resident, which means my schedule shifts weekly — but that actually gives me the flexibility to help care for your pets when you need it most. You can count on me to be reliable, responsible, and trustworthy (I take caring for your furry family members as seriously as I do my patients!). Whether it’s long walks, playtime, snuggles, or just keeping your pets company, I’m here to make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. 🐶🐱💛 As a medical resident, my schedule changes week to week, but I have flexibility for daytime, evening, and some weekend visits to fit your pet’s needs. I live in a spacious, pet-friendly apartment with my own small dog. There’s plenty of room for play indoors, and I have safe, walkable areas nearby for exercise and potty breaks. While I don’t have a yard, I make sure dogs get plenty of fresh air and supervised outdoor time. I can also crate pets upon request to match their routine and keep them comfortable.
Niah G.
“Niah was a great sitter! She was kind and enthusiastic at the our meet and greet. I knew my cats would be taken great care of and felt very comfortable leaving them in her care. Also had some last minute travel changes and was easy to contact and flexible which was appreciated. Would work again with Niah!”
Mia W.
About: I have experience with both cats and dogs I love animals I'm extremely happy when I'm with animals there are so smart and so full of love I know how to administer medication to both animals I deal with all breads and sizes I give the love that I want someone to give my pet I really like to have a detailed description of how and what your pet baby likes and dont like I feel more comfortable meeting the pet a week in advance just for 30min to get a feel of the energy and so I want be to much of a stranger to them I also do things around the home like watering plants and getting the mail and extra things please feel free to ask about anything that I forgot to mention It's like having a child my cat is also my priority waking up I feed him before doing anything else there well being matters ♥️ Every household is different same as routine I like to keep my cat on feeding schedule as well as when I clean out his litter box Everyone routine and schedule may be different I don't like to take away from the pets regular routine it makes it easier for them
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in National City on Rover as of Aug 2025 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 Aug 2025, there are 509 pet sitters in National City. 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, 85% of National City pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in National City have an average of 17 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 National City.
Rover makes it easy to find National City 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 509 pet sitters in National City on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In National City, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 96% 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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