House Sitting In Near East Columbus, Ohio
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“Anna stayed at our house and watched our two dogs while we were at our wedding, and she did SUCH a lovely job! She took great care of them, sent lots of updates and left the house in very clean condition. I’d absolutely hire her again, thanks Anna!”

“While I was off on my own adventure, my little cosmic explorer Fox Fox stayed behind—and thank the stars for Kelly, the absolute guardian of galaxies when it comes to pet care! Kelly didn’t just watch Fox Fox—she nurtured, played, snuggled, and ensured every little tail wag and quirky fox dance was met with love and attention. From detailed updates to sweet little photos, I always knew my fluffball was in the best hands in the universe. Coming home, I half expected Fox Fox to be wearing a cape and asking when Kelly was coming back. That’s the level of trust, care, and joy she brings. If you’re looking for someone who treats your pet like their own—with cosmic levels of kindness, responsibility, and heart—Kelly is your girl!🐾”

About: I’ve owned pets my entire life - dogs, cats, rats, fish specifically. As a teen and adult, I’ve helped friends care for their dogs and cats when out of town or at a long event. I’ve had my cat Torts for around 9 years of my adult life and I adore him. He is very sensitive, can communicate with nips, and has dealt with some pain related to IBD. He is no longer on medication, but prednisone 2x/day was part of his routine for 2-3 years (along with pumpkin and probiotics). With patience and compassion, I worked hard to establish a care routine that minimized his stress over taking his meds. I understand the peace of mind an attentive and mindful pet sitter/walker can bring, and I would ensure your pet is cared for like it was my own. I work a typical 9-5 Monday through Friday, and can be flexible with enough planning. I work remotely 2-3 days a week. Can likely accommodate daily/weekly needs or something less frequent. My kitty is a sensitive boy and I respect his wishes to not have any four-legged guests in our home. BUT I would be happy to come to yours.
“Sheridan was great watching our two dogs and cat at our house while we were gone! She even came over a week early to meet us and the dogs which we really appreciated. She was very communicative, sending great pics every day where we were gone. Will definitely reach out to her for future sitting needs!”

“Sierra is great! Always sends lot of pics of the dogs and is super easy to communicate with if plans change. Really appreciate how much she loves and cares for my babies <3”

“Ryn did an incredible dog sitting our yorkie/schnauzer mix who has pretty high separation anxiety. Louie eventually warmed up to her and she kept in contact with updates, easing any worries I had while traveling.”

“Ellie did a fantastic job looking after our cat for a week. He’s shy with new people but warmed up to her quickly. Ellie’s communication was great. She left us regular updates with pictures. Would highly recommend and use her services again.”

“Max was overall a great sitter for our 2 pittys. He was responsive to messages and sent photos. He also watered the plants, took out the recycling, and the kitchen was cleaner than I left it. He went out of his way to be helpful and the dogs seemed well cared for while we were away! We already have him booked for another sit in May!”

“Rachael was so sweet and kind with my three pups. She was timely, an excellent communicator and I came home to happy doggies. I would highly recommend her if you are looking for someone to love and care for your pets like you do. I will be using her services again in the future. Thank you!”

“I felt very comfortable and confident leaving our pets in Megan's care while we were on vacation. Communication was always prompt with any questions I had and I know our pets were well taken care of. It's such a peace of mind knowing our pets were happy and at home with Megan vs boarding. We will definitely book her again in the future.”
“Cody was amazing! Arrived on time! Left on time! The dogs looked happy at our return. Cody was very fast to respond messages and we had a really good communication while we were away. I will be using his services again in November and I am confident my dogs will have a good time and be treated well.”

“Helaina is truly special and I could not be more grateful for how she cared for my dogs. I only want someone to treat my dogs like her own, and I feel Helaina truly did that. She is kind and engaged with my dogs, observant and smart, and so fun and hands on. Highly highly recommend! Thank you Helaina you’re the very best!”

“Taylor was super kind and my dog warmed up to them instantly! Really appreciated the daily pictures and flexibility with instructions, will definitely be looking for Taylor again next time I need a sitter.”

“Paige was so awesome- we felt very comfortable the whole time knowing our little crew was in such good hands! She sent regular pics/updates and we could tell instantly when we met her that she’s a true animal lover and was going to love them like we do! Will absolutely be booking again soon!”

“Patricia did an amazing job watching my doggies and house sitting while I was away for the weekend! They were very well taken care of! Will definitely be using Patricia again in the future!”

“Mara was awesome with my dog Tristan. She was prompt, helpful, and had great communication. I felt super comfortable leaving her with my dog while I went out for the night, she sent updates and photos while I was away. I am so thankful she was available to walk and hang out with my dog for the night. 10/10 highly recommend.”

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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Near East.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Near East house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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 house 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 house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.




