Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Near Southside Columbus, Ohio
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Top rated Near Southside pet sitters
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“Jessica does an awesome job with both of our old dogs. They need medication and extra attention and she’s amazing. Always sends pictures and updates and we truly appreciate her help!”

“I can't reccomend Taylor enough! She took such good care of my cats and lizard while we were on vacation for a week. We have a very shy and standoffish cat and it was clear to me that Taylor made them all feel so safe and comfortable based on how willing the cats were to let her snap pics of them every day - shes a great photographer too! Great communication, punctual, flexible (thank you again for feeding and keeping an eye on our bearded dragon!), and just all around a wonderful sitter who we will absolutely be booking with again. I would trust her in my home and with my pets any day. Thank you Taylor!”

“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.”

“Ioana was excellent. Great communication throughout, and really helped put our minds at ease knowing someone was there to look out for our cats. Would recommend!”

“I am so glad I found McCall! She is mature, reliable, and she really "gets" cats. I had her watch my cat while I was out of town for a couple days, and I was impressed with her communication and professionalism. My cat loved her during our initial meet & greet, which was very reassuring. He's shy, though, so McCall didn't actually see him during her drop-in visits. However, due to McCall's experience with cats, she knew that was normal and took it in stride. It was a relief to know my pet was well cared for, and that I could enjoy my trip., I enthusiastically recommend McCall and look forward to working with her again.”

“Victoria did great with our 3 big pups! She sent us pictures and detailed info of her visit so we didn't have to worry. I'd highly recommend her and will be using 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.
“I am really sad that I can only give Chase five stars. She was wonderful. Polite, prompt and very reliable. She treated my dog, Cooper, like he was her own. I loved receiving updates while I was gone knowing he was getting the attention, care and love he deserves. Chase was quick to ask questions and responds to text and email in a very timely fashion. If you hadn't booked with Chase yet - you need to!”

“Zack was amazing with my cat! This was my first time using Rover, and he went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable with the process. He was extremely communicative while I was away and kept me informed about everything going on with Phileas. The daily photos were such a bonus and really put my mind at ease.”

“Jena is a RoCk StAr 🌟! We reached out in a pinch and she delivered 10 fold. She is kind, reliable, and professional. We will definitely work with her in the future!!”

“Leann is amazing. She is prompt, caring, and thorough. My cat is well taken care for if it’s just a day to even a couple of weeks. Leann scoops the litter box almost daily, plays and snuggles with my cat, makes sure to refill the water or food feeder, and especially knows how to administer oral medication for my little fur baby. Bonus points too for amazing photos. Highly recommend!”

“Deb was amazing with our pups! This was their first time with a new sitter and immediately fell in love. Deb sent detailed updates every day and spent a little extra time with them when one was not feeling well. She even cleaned up some poopy accidents! (Sorry again for that additional unexpected work!). Will definitely be booking her again. My dogs would be very upset if I didn't!”

“Merri was so fantastic to coordinate and communicate with, and I'm sure Yuka loved her visits because he got to go outside! Merri is trustworthy and I appreciate the effort into doing a meet and greet to familiarize herself with Yuka.”

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 in college a couple days a week during the summer and I currently am working a flexible job. Both allow for a lot of downtime. As of right now I only have 1-2 days during the week which are unavailable but other than that I have a lot of free time! I have experience with dogs who have destructive behavior so if your dog needs kenneld or close supervision 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!
“She is awesome! Very fast communication, took great care of my dog and gave him love, he looked so happy in all the pics! I will definitely be having you take care of him next time if I ever need!”

About: I have been watching pets for years and would love to provide great care to yours as well! I know how important your pet is to you and you can trust that I have years of experience taking care of animals. I have lived with pets my entire life, so I know how to recognize body language and anxiety. That knowledge is supplemented by my experience volunteering at animal shelters for four years. I am currently studying Mechanical Engineering at the Ohio State University. Outside of my classes, I have plenty of time to take care of your pets! I currently cannot keep pets at my home. However, I am always happy to watch pets in your home! I can overnight petsit or do only day visits or dog walks. Pet parents have trusted me taking care of their pets in their home for years.
About: I have been a vet assistant, I’ve worked with horses, cats, dogs, birds, lizards, and snakes. I always go the extra mile and believe that pets deserve the very best. I uber full time so I’m very flexible with your needs. If your pet needs more time to adjust, I will give them that. I take care of your babies as if they were mine, I will give them love and attention with boundaries. I specialize in difficult cases. If your pet needs a little extra time and attention that’s no problem.

About: I’ve taken care of all kinds of pets since I was 10 years old. I did dog sitting, dog walking, cat sitting, and even took care of birds. I also have had rabbits for my whole life, so am familiar with their care as well. I currently work full time, but I have a flexible work situation. I have an hour lunch, and I can leave the office during that time. I’m also finished at 4:30 PM. I’m free on the weekends! I have two cats and a rabbit at home. My sweet baby Paul Simon, a Chinchilla rabbit, passed away in January, so it used to be two rabbits and two cats. The chaos is real! I’m use to juggling multiple pets’ needs.
Near Southside pet parents share their Rover experiences
This is the best cat sitting experience I have ever had. Even when I’ve had friends or family check in on my baby in the past no one has ever been this communicative, detail oriented, and naturally supportive. My cat can get a little feisty and Mattea was so sweet and kind to her. She warmed up and they played every visit. She did things I usually have to ask or remind people about without me mentioning it and sent so many photos which helped ease my mind while on my work trip. If I could give more stars, I truly would.
Caleb was great with my dog when I needed last minute drop in visits. They left detailed descriptions of the visits with pictures and went above and beyond taking my dog to get groomed, and personally clipped his nails. I highly recommend Caleb and will be booking whenever available

Kimberlee took wonderful care of my cat, Berry, while I was abroad. From the beginning, she was professional, kind, and extremely attentive. Being away can always bring a bit of concern, but she made the entire experience stress-free. She kept me updated consistently with messages and photos, which gave me great peace of mind. It was clear that she genuinely cares about the pets she looks after and treats them with patience and affection. I came back to a happy, relaxed, and well-cared-for cat — which says everything. I would absolutely book Kimberlee again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and compassionate on Rover.

Stephanie is amazing with Ladybird, my senior dog who somehow still has triple-espresso puppy energy. Stephanie handles all that enthusiasm with total calm, care, and competence. She’s reliable, communicative, and just so sweet to Ladybird. Five stars, no notes. Highly recommend!

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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 Near Southside.
Rover makes it easy to find Near Southside 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
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