Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Near East Columbus, Ohio
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1. Heather G.

“Heather is amazing !!! our dog Carlos was a happy boy when we got home we got updates throughout the whole process. We will definitely be using Heather again.”


2. Ioana C.

“I sent Ioana the request on short notice, and she was very happy to help. She sent photos for every visit, and even took extra time to play with the cats.”


3. Molly M.

“Molly did a great job with Snickers. She was patient and understanding of my front door keypad error ? she left a thorough note and pictures! Great job!”


4. Thea M.

“Just the nicest person ever. She loves on Gabe (cat) so much and is so thoughtful with my home. She gives me so much confidence when I’m gone knowing my meow is well cared for. Excellent communication and all the pictures!”


5. JoVonna M.

“JoVonna was amazing and helpful! It made our trip easy knowing that she was taking good care of our cat! We got daily photos and Margo seemed to be very happy to have a new friend.”


6. Ellen F.

“Ellen is a wonderful dog sitter! She always shares updates and pictures. I never worry when she is caring for my dogs because I know they are in good hands!”


7. Mady F.

“Mady is great! Arrives on time and always follows up immediately after her visit about how my dog was doing and what they did together. I highly recommend using her.”




8. Edina K.

“Edina is great! She’s watched my cat multiple times and always sends me so many pictures and videos of him. She also always brings in my packages for me which is always nice :)”


9. Sarah L.

“Sarah hit it off immediately with our furbabies and we so appreciated her visits with them. Would definitely recommend and hope to be able to have her next time we need a sitter or drop in!!!”


10. Kelly E.

“Kelly was super responsive when I had to cancel a day last minute and thankfully fed the stray that’s been on our porch! Will use her again! Thankful to her for sure!”


11. Victoria T.

“Tori was very great with communication and was responsive and easy to schedule with. She followed all of our instructions to the tee and even came to see our cat on Christmas. Would definitely hire her again!”


12. Kylie S.

“Kylie is always so great with my two very shy cats. They warm up to her every time and she provides the most thoughtful updates while I’m away. Kylie is my go to person to take care of my fur babies!”


13. Zoe M.

“Zoe was great with my dogs! She dropped in for my dogs and they were so happy and chill when I got home after a long day. Detailed check-in notes and together they even found the good toys in the backyard. Will be a pleasure to have her back!”


14. Emma T.

“Emma was amazing and she did very well with my Rotten Rottie 😍. She was very communicative and I feel very comfortable knowing she is taking care of my love bug”


15. Elyza P.

“Elyza was absolutely amazing with our two dogs! She checked in on time, sent updates and our dogs loved her. Highly recommend using her to care for your pets!”


16. Kiara W.

“Our 3 dogs are vocal and high energy, and Kiara commanded the room when she walked in. They are all sizes and temperaments. She settled them down, got them out for walks and sent us photos. Everything went to plan. She is as advertised and a very experienced dog handler. Book with confidence. Thanks.”


17. Sydnee H.

“Sydnee was a great help checking in on our cats while we were out of town! She went above and beyond making sure their litter boxes were clean and that their needs were met. She was a great communicator and we would recommend her to anyone!”


18. Merri F.
“If Merri is one thing, it’s a pet lover. Every decision she makes you can tell she factors in her wonderful dogs and they always seem so well cared for and just as importantly, so happy. She has watched my 3 dogs before and they never want her to leave when they spend time with her. She also does a great job with my cats. She is the definition of someone you would want watching your animals.”


19. Zeljana O.
“Zeljana is my go to pet sitter! She has the kindest heart of anyone I’ve met! Additionally, she’s consistently been timely and followed any instructions I’ve left for her. I know my fur babies are in good hands whenever I need to leave town. Highly recommend!”


20. Delaney W.


“We needed Delaney in a pinch, and she came through! We trust her her with our pup and our home. Eddie loves her and can’t wait to have her come back.”
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Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your pets while you’re away3. Book & Pay
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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 Near East 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 364 pet sitters in Near East. 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, 87% of Near East pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Near East have an average of 13 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 Near East.
Rover makes it easy to find Near East 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 364 pet sitters in Near East on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Near East, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 86% 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.
