House Sitting In Near Southside Columbus, Ohio
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“Doug was an excellent communicator. He left our house clean and our dog happy. He sent us photos and updates, and quickly responded to my texts. He even offered to stop back over when we were running behind.”

About: I grew up with dogs, cats and horses. I've taken care of dogs of all sizes since I was ten years old. Currently I own a cat but am comfortable with dogs of all breeds and sizes. I am free on evenings during the week and day time and evenings on most weekends. I am in Columbus for most holidays and here to help you enjoy your time away knowing your pet is well taken care of. My home is not sized to fit other animals but I have a car and am happy to drive to your house to take care of your pet
“Anna stayed with our dog Ginger for an extended weekend and she was fantastic! From the meet and greet to photo updates, we could tell that our anxious dog loved her and felt comfortable around her. 10/10 and we will definitely be booking with Anna again!”

“Miriam did a fantastic job taking care of goose and Delta. She was reliable, on time, and fantastic with communication. Set my mind at ease while I was away! I would happily refer her to anyone who needs a dog or pet sitter and will definitely be using her again!”

“Sheridan was great with our two dogs. She communicated and sent pictures everyday, which was great. She also helped us out immensely when we had some travel issues and needed additional nights. Would recommend 100%.”

“Rachael is a fabulous dog walker/house sitter! She took wonderful care of everything while we were away and we felt confident that our fur babies were in good hands.”

“Erica took really good care of our animals while we were out of town. She sent us pictures and updated us daily. She also did an amazing job on giving our cat his medications. Would recommend and book again.”

“She is so kind. I knew our boys were in caring hands. This was our first trip since Brady was diagnosed with pretty crippling arthritis. He requires twice a day meds and all the TLC. She communicated, sent pictures, and really reassured us that Brady was doing well. Would love to have her stay again!”

“Deanna is the dog walker we've been looking for! She was able to help us last minute and was absolutely amazing. Her communication was perfect, we never wondered how our pups were doing or what services she was providing. She is our new go-to dog walker, and would recommend anybody.”


“Melanie was available last minute to watch our two dogs and gave us lots of updates and photos while we were gone! She even went above and beyond and washed/replaced the bedding in our guest bedroom and wiped down the bathrooms!!! Will definitely keep her in mind for all other times we need a pet sitter!”

About: Dogs have been a part of my life since I was born. I've cared for many dogs through all stages of their lives—whether through friends, family, or random adventures. I've encountered dogs of all shapes, sizes, and personalities, understanding that each one has its own unique needs. I currently have a 90lb gentle giant named Wilbert, who’s almost 3 years old. He’s great with everyone, trained very well, and capable of being off-leash. I’m incredibly proud of the training I’ve done with him. I want you to feel completely comfortable entrusting me with your dog, and I will treat them with love and provide whatever special care plan you desire! My schedule is pretty flexible; I work online on my own time, so I can quickly create a convenient personalized schedule for your pet's care. I prioritize safety and trust by ensuring pets are always supervised and comfortable in a secure environment. I create a calm, clean space, tailored to each pet's needs.
“Zach was such a blessing to us. He was so understanding and flexible with our needs and our old doggies and kitties love him. He was attentive and thorough with all our millions of instructions for taking care of our geriatric Great Danes with many health issues. He also took care of some things last minute for us that I had forgotten to do. It was such a relief to find someone we could trust to stay with our boys. Thank you Zach ❤️”
About: I have had dogs since the day I was born. I currently have a 13, 3, and 2 year old dogs. I have experience with medication management and administration. As well as dogs with serious medical issues. I am capable of taking care of dogs of all ages. I am currently a college student Monday-Thursday and looking for a flexible job that can fit into my downtime! Most of my availability is during the weekends but I do have availability during the weekdays it is just more limited. I have experience with dogs who have destructive behavior so if your dog needs kenneld I am capable. I am someone who pays close attention to my own dogs and when I watch other dogs I try to treat them as my own!
“Autumn was the best pet sitter! She took such wonderful care of our dog and cat - truly above and beyond! I would 100% recommend her to everyone. I definitely plan to have her watch our animals again. Thank you, Autumn!”

“Kelly was truly an angel!🙏 She came and did a meet and greet super late at night the day before we had to leave for a trip after another sitter had to back out on us. She stayed for a long time and made sure she understood all of the needs of all my geriatric pets and they loved her. She did a fantastic job and did everything I asked her to (which was A LOT!) and gave me so much peace of mind while we were away. Thank you so much Kelly!”
“Alexandra was absolutely wonderful with our two dogs. She was accommodating with everything I asked of her and sent us regular updates and photos of the pups! I very much appreciate how thoughtful and communicative she was with our dogs. Will definitely be booking with her again”

About: Hi! I’m Tracy — a lifelong animal lover with a Masters and PhD in environmental policy from The Ohio State University. My background reflects how deeply I care about the well-being of all creatures, great and small. Caring for pets isn’t a side gig for me; it’s something that’s been part of my life since childhood. I grew up with three wonderful dogs of various sizes, and as an adult I’ve had a large dog of my own, two small dogs, and a cat. One of my pups was adopted from a shelter, two came to me from foster parents, and my cat was a stray who chose our home — so I’m very comfortable with pets who have unique personalities, histories, or special needs. I’m gentle, patient, and very responsible. Whether your pet needs a long walk, calm companionship, or lots of playtime, I tailor my care to make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved. You can expect great communication, attention to detail, and a genuine love for your furry family member. I would be honored to earn your trust and care for your pets like they’re my own. 💛🐶🐾 I'm currently a home-maker, so I have a very flexible schedule to take care of your pet's needs. I have openings 7 days a week, mornings, afternoons and evenings. I prefer to come to your home to tend to your pet. I do have a fenced in yard for my dogs, but my terrier mix can be a little bossy. I'm always open to having your pet meet my terrier though if you'd like your fur baby to stay for a visit at our house.
Near Southside pet parents share their Rover experiences
Miriam was fantastic with our pups. She came to the house and stayed for an entire week while we were gone and it was so nice to leave our pups with someone they enjoy. They absolutely love her and we will definitely be asking her to sit again in the future. I
Lucas did an amazing job! My dogs took to him immediately and because of that I don't think they missed us one bit! I had steady updates and fantastic pictures throughout his stay. I came home from a five-day trip to happy, stress-free dogs and a house that looked exactly as I had left it.

Deanna is the dog walker we've been looking for! She was able to help us last minute and was absolutely amazing. Her communication was perfect, we never wondered how our pups were doing or what services she was providing. She is our new go-to dog walker, and would recommend anybody.

Chelsea was fantastic housesitting! This was the first time leaving my dog with a non-family member for a week, and Chelsea did a great job. She provided updates at least twice a day with pictures, made sure he got plenty of exercise and playtime even with tons of rain during the week, and always made sure to raise even the slightest concern - which lets me know she always had his best interest at the top of mind. I’ll definitely be asking her for future house/pet sitting needs!

Anne was absolutely wonderful when staying with our dog, Ginger! Ginger is anxious and stubborn and Anne was very kind and patient with her. She went above and beyond as a house guest too by taking down the bed, taking out the trash, and she even left us cookies 😭. 10/10 would recommend and would hire again!!

Hannah did an amazing job with our dog Otto. She was communicative, transparent and she really put my mind at ease about leaving him for the week. It’s a great feeling to find someone you can trust to stay with your pup. We will definitely re-book with her again in the future! Thank you Hannah for your compassion and care for our silly boy!

CeCe is beyond wonderful! She took great care of our home and our sassy boy, Theo. She was prompt with communication before and during her stay, and sent us the best pictures of Theo often. She went the extra mile in every way and we can’t wait to hire her again!

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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 Southside.
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 Southside 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.













