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5.0 out of 5 stars
273 reviews
68 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lexington, KY, 40509

I cannot recommend Dina enough! After having some bad experiences with pet sitters in the past, I was extremely nervous about leaving my dog. On top of that, I was leaving to take the Bar Exam, so I absolutely did not need any extra stress or worries while I was away. Dina was truly amazing from start to finish. She sent frequent updates, tons of photos, and kept me informed the entire time. Every message reassured me that my dog was happy, safe, and being so well cared for. It made such a difference and allowed me to focus on my exam instead of worrying about my pup. It’s obvious Dina genuinely loves animals and treats them like they’re her own. I came home to a happy, well-cared-for dog, and I couldn’t be more grateful. If you’re looking for someone who is reliable, communicative, and truly goes above and beyond, DINA IS THE ONE! I will absolutely be booking with her again!

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Kim V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
253 reviews
78 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lexington, KY, 40513

Kim was fantastic with my two older cats, which are very high maintenance. She was extremely kind and had wonderful communication all weekend - I am very thankful for her kindness and feel completely comfortable with her -- having her watch them has eased my anxiety about leaving them!

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Elisa B.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Lexington, KY, 40503

Our dog Echo absolutely loves Elisa. It makes us happy to know that Echo is getting so much love when we are away.

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Dyanne P.
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$13
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1 year of experience
Lexington, KY, 40509

About: I have had animals in the house my entire life. I have always had at least four growing up to sometimes six ranging from cats, dogs and guinea pigs. I currently have a cat of my own here at college who i adore. I am a college student at ETSU. This summer I am spending it in Kentucky where I do work part-time. Schedule does vary but I can make sure your animal is fit in and taken care of properly. I have a cat who has her own litter box, fun little toys, food that she loves, and always my company. With other people’s animals I consider myself to be very caring and loving towards them.

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Ellie W.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Gardenside-Colony, Lexington, KY, 40504

Ellie was GREAT! She was prompt, stayed for the agreed time and gave our "kids" lots of belly rubs! We will certainly be using her services again to look after our furry kiddos! Thanks Ellie!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lindsey M.
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Lindsey M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Lexington, KY, 40515

Lindsey was an absolutely wonderful dog sitter! She took such great care of Oscar and went above and beyond to make sure I felt at ease while I was away. I’ll definitely be booking with her again!

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Olivia R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Southern Park, Lexington, KY, 40508

Olivia was great. She gave the pups all the lovings while I was away. She sent pics and was great at communicating. The pups loved her. Will definitely use again!

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Hope M.
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$15
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17 years of experience
Southeastern Hills, Lexington, KY, 40515

About: I've lived in a cat household for 17 years and have loved every second of it! I also have experience doing drop-ins, walks, and overnights with dogs ranging from the puppy stage to senior dogs. I love the snuggles and play time, and would love to help take care of your fur babies whenever needed! I'm currently working part-time and work no later than 4 PM, so I am quite flexible and very dependable when needed! I live in south-central Lexington and am 10-15 minutes away from just about everywhere in town. I understand how important it is to ensure the happiness of your fur babies. I will engage your dog or cat in fun playtime that lets them get their energy out, take them on walks (if applicable), and then top it all off with a good meal and plenty of belly rubs to make any furry friend happy.

Sitter Profile Image: Andrea S.
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Andrea S.
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$30
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12 years of experience
Nicholasville, KY, 40356

About: I truly love spending time with animals and treat every pet like they're my own. I'm patient, reliable, and attentive to each pet's unique personality and needs. Whether your pet loves long walks, lots of playtime, or just wants someone to cuddle with, I'm happy to provide the care they're most comfortable with. I'm comfortable caring for dogs of all sizes and energy levels. I pay close attention to feeding schedules, medications, and any special instructions to make sure your pet stays happy, healthy, and safe while you're away! I am currently home full time and am available for drop ins or house sittings when needed! I am also flexible and can accept last minute bookings. When in your home, I would love to take your fur babies for walks, to dog parks, anything you already do with them to make them the most comfortable! My house has a large back yard that’s perfect for dogs to play and run around in! It’s not fenced in but I’m very active and am happy to run around with your dog on a leash! We have one dog at our house who is smaller, but gets along and plays with other dogs very well. My dog gets excited and barks when he sees other dogs, but will calm down after a couple of minutes. My family and I are all pet lovers and they have had a lot of experience with pets as well. I also go on run and walks daily and would be happy to take your dog or pet along with me!

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Hannah W.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lexington, KY, 40515

Hannah did amazing with my three dogs. During her meet and great with them, she knew how to handle them barking at intruders and got them quickly to be friendly with her and recognize her. She did great with instructions since all three of my dogs have different personalities and require different types of attention. I know my dogs can’t wait to have her over again for more dog sitting

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Marthine K.
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$13
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20 years of experience
Lexington, KY, 40517

About: I've had both dogs and cats. My dog was an 80 pound malamute (the runt of her litter) that I used to walk around my neighborhood--though most of the dogs I have cared for have been much smaller. In the past, I have adopted cats from my friends and taken in a neighbor's cat. I have cared for the pets of my friends and neighbors for work, travel, and illness. I'm retired. I enjoy reading and gardening. I occasionally go out some evenings but otherwise I have plenty of time flexibility for pet sitting. To care for pets in a client's home, I would want to meet with the client and their pet before an assignment. This would be helpful to know the client's expectations and to get acquainted with and build trust with the pet(s). I own a home where I have cared for my friend's pets during emergencies.

Sitter Profile Image: Brian C.
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Brian C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Idle Hour, Lexington, KY, 40509

We are sad to be moving and lose a great sitter like Brian! Reliable, great communicator, great with our dog, just awesome!

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Alyssa T.
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$15
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4 years of experience
Lexington, KY, 40503

About: I love all animals! I worked part-time for a locally owned dog/cat sitting service and gained lots of experience working with animals of all ages and sizes. I have somewhat of a busy schedule with both school and work, but I am very flexible for the most part and am willing to work with clients regarding scheduling. I have a cat of my own and love him to pieces! My dog lives in my hometown with my mom, but I love him to pieces as well and have done everything I can to make both my dog and cat happy, cared for, and loved!

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Candice D.
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12 years of experience
Lexington, KY, 40515

About: I’ve had the privilege of growing up with dogs since the age of 10. I’ve never lived in a house without 1-2 dogs. It’s always been a priority of mine to take my dog on at least a 2 mile walk a day if not longer. I have pet sat for families in the past and fostered a puppy in college. Come July I start school T,TH,F from roughly 9-4:30. Otherwise I will be working my PRN job whenever they are in need and I’m available. Over the past 12-14 years I’ve grown up with dogs living in my household. I currently have one medium sized dog, Nala, whom I recused about 5 years ago. She’s a velcro dog and the sweetest they come. She was 5 months old when we adopted her and it’s always been a priority to enforce socialization from day one. When she was almost the age of 2 we bought a German Shepard, Bo, at 8weeks old who she has grown up and lived with over the past 4 years. Regardless of who they are around we make sure to properly introduce everyone who is welcomed into their/our space. After moving to Lexington Nala moved with me as Bo stayed back home. I have a fenced in backyard with plenty of space to run and play. Nala likes to keep to herself most of the time, but highly enjoys walks, treats, and toys.

Sitter Profile Image: Charlotte L.
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Charlotte L.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
18 years of experience
Nicholasville, KY, 40356

Charlotte was such a blessing while we were away. She was attentive, responsible and dependable . I would highly recommend her!

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Hannah W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Blueberry Hill-Brigadoon-Stoneybrook-Baralto, Lexington, KY, 40517

About: I’ve cared for dogs since I was 8 years old. I’m comfortable with all breeds, including Pitbulls, Rottweilers, and German Shepherds. I was raised alongside a Pitbull Terrier mix, and later went on to adopt a full blooded Pitbull. Our family had a Boxer mix for 13 years until recently, and she was in very good shape up until the end. I would love to care for your pets as I have cared for mine! When I still had my dogs, I would feed them three times a day and give them medicine up to five times a day. If they had a little too much energy, I would play with them until they were tired out. I would let them outside as often as they needed, even if they just wanted to lay out there (when the weather is nice, of course). I cared for my dogs by paying attention to their body language and vocalizations. Often times, what they needed is something simple, like to go outside or when they were ready to eat, but on rare occasions they’d act a little unusual and that was when I’d take them into the vet’s office. I always made sure my dogs were in the best health possible.

Sitter Profile Image: Kathryn F.
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Kathryn F.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
5 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Nicholasville, KY, 40356

All went well as Kat & Lexi get to know each other….preparing for my out of town vacation in October.

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Sitter Profile Image: Tanika L.
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Tanika L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
4 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Richmond, KY, 40475

I recently moved from NY to KY and was in need of someone to help care for my four dogs. I had spoken to many people and wasn’t comfortable with anyone as I had my prior dog walker in Ny for over 10 years. I found Tanika and she and I hit it off right away: she was super accommodating to my ever changing schedule. I was nervous to have my one rescue dog meet anyone because he could be unpredictable. Tanika came armed with treats and was relaxed and so easy going with all the dogs that he took to her first!!!! Tanika had been above and beyond amazing . She helps with my dogs that have medical issues and she is always there when and if I need her. She takes care of my dogs as if they were her own and I’ve never had to worry about them when I’m away. She is an absolute god send and I highly recommend her!

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Oliver R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Southeastern Hills, Lexington, KY, 40515

About: I have experience with cats of all ages (kittens to 21+), and dogs of all sizes. I’ve worked with service puppies in training, elderly cats with special diets and medication schedules, and raised several kittens. I have experience with dog-anxious dogs, older puppies, and senior dogs. I’m currently a full time MA student, and am happy to fit pet care around my teaching and class schedule! I am available on weekends and some weekdays. I have separation anxiety from my own babies, and I understand that you might as well! I provide in-home services only, so your dogs/cats are comfortably in their own space. I love to send picture updates, check in about any changes, and am used to carefully opening doors due to escape-artist cats. I am also comfortable crating dogs.

Sitter Profile Image: Matthew F.
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Matthew F.
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4 years of experience
Nicholasville, KY, 40356

About: What sets me apart from other sitters is my hands-on experience and genuine care for dogs at every stage of life. I’ve personally taken care of my own dog for over 10 years (before he moved in with my grandparents), which has given me extensive experience in both puppy care and senior dog support. I’ve also provided special care for young, energetic dogs as well as older pets who need a bit more patience and attention. On top of that, I’ve regularly helped friends and family with their pets, whether through dog sitting, walking, or assisting with specific care needs. I truly love building trust with every dog I meet and making sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while their owners are away. Pet care fits perfectly into my daily and weekly routine because I currently have a very flexible schedule. I’m in the process of saving up for law school, so I have the freedom to prioritize pet sitting and can easily adjust my availability to meet the needs of each pet and their owner. Whether it’s regular walks, drop-in visits, or overnight care, I love incorporating time with animals into my day—it’s something I genuinely enjoy and look forward to. When caring for pets in my client’s home, I always prioritize making sure their pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved in their familiar environment. I stick closely to the pet’s regular routine, including feeding schedules, walks, playtime, and any special care instructions. I also take extra steps to keep the home tidy and secure while I’m there. I make sure to give plenty of attention and updates to the owners, so they feel at ease while they’re away. If I’m caring for pets in my own home, I create a cozy, pet-friendly space with lots of room to play and relax. I make sure their routine is kept as consistent as possible and that they feel like part of the family while staying with me. Whether in my home or theirs, I always approach pet care with patience, responsibility, and genuine love for animals.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kayla was amazing! Extremely accommodating and friendly! She sent lots of pictures and kept me updated on everything going on with my pup and was easy to communicate with. Made my day away much less stressful knowing my Letty was so well cared for. Can’t recommend her enough! Thank you!

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Lauren S.
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Lucy had a great drop-in visit with Kayla! I felt totally at ease knowing Lucy was in good hands. Grateful for the thoughtful care and reliable updates!

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Julie L.
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Brooke was very kind and patient. Though I never spoke to Jason, they worked as a team taking care of my hound dogs. Much appreciated 👍

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The average cost for Dog Sitting in Nicholasville on Rover is $19.98 per visit (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 773 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across Nicholasville. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Nicholasville stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Nicholasville choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

While Rover doesn’t offer traditional subscription services, some sitters offer recurring bookings for services like home visits and dog walking. Recurring services come with their own perks, such as flexibility to modify services (up to five weeks in advance), automatic billing, Rover Card updates, and same-day cancellations.

To find sitters in Nicholasville with recurring or weekly availability, select "Repeat Weekly" and which days you’d like them to care for your pet.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Nicholasville. On Rover:

  • 100% of sitters can help with special care needs
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You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

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