Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Northside Cincinnati, OH
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Top rated Northside pet sitters
“Jessalyn took the time to really get to know Luna, asking thoughtful questions about my expectations for her care. She respected Luna’s boundaries and recognized that building trust and relationships with her would take time.”
About: I have loved animals for my entire life— pet therapy is a real thing! Recently I started house and pet sitting and found I loved it because I got to get to know new animals. 💕 I would love the opportunity to get to know yours! I am currently in grad school asynchronously, so it will be no trouble at all for me to come over as often as you need me to! I am also happy to water your plants when you’re gone at no additional cost as well. 😎 I make it a point to know my clients’ animal(s) very well. I am well aware that each animal, whether it is a geriatric cat like my own or a young energetic puppy, has a unique personality and I always accommodate that in my care routine for them. Spending the time with them that they would get with you is key, as well as making sure they get plenty of enrichment. 🐾
About: I have experience working with both adult and young dogs - including training, walking, and sitting - from living with a roommate with multiple dogs. I have also helped walk and train other friends' dogs and am exited to take this experience into a profession! I am working towards getting a dog of my own. I currently do have a Full time job but I am just doing this part time as profession to build my clientle book and also to enjoy meeting new pets and pups to help grow as well. I am available usually in the mornings and weekends after 3PM. Since I am a renter I currently do not have a backyard at least yet but what I can provide for my clients is security and reassurance that your dog is in good hands. Also, I do not use negative reinforcement. I always use positive reinforcement.
“Melissa does such a great job with taking care of our kitties while we are out of town. She spends a lot of time playing with them and giving them pets. We really appreciate her.”
“I was so worried about Simon but I came back from a 3week vacation and he was wonderful. I know this is because Alison took such good care of him. She was awesome. I would completely recommend her.”
“Olivia is great! She communicated very well before and during our trip. She made sure to give both our cats some cuddles and play time and sent pictures of course. She left the house in great shape even better than most. Thank you so much for taking such great care of our babies while we were gone.”
“Nina did an outstanding job taking care of our bunny. She was very attentive and prompt with messages/updates. She made our first experience with Rover an excellent one, and we will definitely seek her help again in the future.”
“Tabby is absolutely wonderful. My pups and kitty had a lovely time with her. I could tell they were really comfortable while I was gone. She has watched them multiple times at this point and I will definitely be booking her for services again whenever I am headed out of town.”
“I’m very happy that I found Melissa! She was very gentle and kind with my beloved cat, she spent the entire time of her visit with him, sent me detailed update and cute pictures! Really appreciate her help and for sure will book her service again! Also very pleasant communication with her! Definitely can recommend Melissa!”
“Laura did a great job with our kitties! She even took the time to bring in boxes from our porch. We have an older cat with an unusual no-litter situation which she was very willing to work with. It helped make our vacation less stressful knowing our boys were in good hands!”
About: I've been caring for animals since high school, casually watching friend's and neighbor's pets. I am a nursing student, so currently I have Thurs-Sun off and can spend all day with your pets. I have two cats, both 5. I play, feed, water, and scoop their litter every day! I have experience with administering medication. We just started leash training them too!! As a cat mom with an extremely rambunctious cat (fittingly named Danger), I understand the importance of adapting a space to a pet. In my home, we are extremely careful to put all trash in cans so that our cats don't eat anything--they love plastic! I make sure that any surfaces she could get on do not have breakable things.
About: Hello! I have been caring for dogs since I was young where I grew up on a small rural farm. We have had all different kinds of breeds and sizes of dogs growing up! I love walking, playing, and caring for your animals and hope to help you when you need me! I am currently attending the University of Cincinnati this summer. While having class everyday, I only have a couple classes per day which leaves plenty of time for me to take care of your dogs! I am willing to work with the owners to figure out times that work best for everyone. Weekends will be my best availability for the entire day. I have experience walking all sized dogs and can attest to being successful in caring for other fur babies. I can follow any instructions given for the animal and whatever is needed for your pet!
“Sandy was exceptional! Her communication was far more timely than I was able to reciprocate. Making adjustments to the plan was a breeze. Sandy bonded with my animal almost immediately! She played, fed, petted, sat with, and cleaned up after him, giving me synopses and pictures I loved to read and see each night. This was my first time using Rover and I will definitely do again, requesting Sandy!”
“Andrea has been so good to my mini dachshund. My dog is sometimes anxious, stubborn, and can lash out a bit if she is triggered. But Andrea has remained patient and given me frequent updates on her visits. She is great!!”
“Katrina has been filling in for my regular dogsitter for the last 6 weeks and has done a wonderful job! The dogs love her. She comes over 2 days a week to let them outside and visits with them. She is very reliable and sends me a note about the visit as well as pictures. I highly recommend Katrina!”
“Every time I have Meranda watch my kitties she sends so many pictures which I love so much! She’s so careful and her attention to detail and updates are so appreciated when I’m away from my girls.”
About: I’ve provided care for pups in the Northside and the surrounding Cincinnati area for the past decade, and I’m excited to meet you and your pal! I’m adaptable, organized, and have a keen attention to detail which helps me individualize my care for each of my Rover clients. Currently pausing boarding services as I’m looking to establish new client relationships for summer of 2026. If you need a routine dog walker or daily check-ins for your pet, I’d love to connect! Growing up, the rescue my family adopted became my best friend! Since he was abandoned, it took years of dedication and persistence for him to grow comfortable with us and thrive. This experience has given me the patience to earn each animals trust on their terms and adjust my care based on their needs. I’m comfortable taking my time and communicating with you throughout the stay to ensure your loved one gets everything they need! I’m confident administering medication, following their routine, and finding new and fun ways to eat up their energy - all to be sure they’re squared away until your return ❤️ *Kindly review the rate of services quoted to you before confirming a booking and please reach out with any questions!* I accept a limited number of bookings each month to ensure quality of care! I work full-time, but can arrange full-time care depending on your family's needs. My partner Curt is also available to assist in potty breaks or additional walks throughout the day for boarding stays - two for the price of one! Care of your house and home is as important to me as the care of your loved ones. I thoroughly clean during and after each house stay. I'm glad to manage care of outdoor gardens and houseplants too! I always take note of special directions to maintain your space while you’re away - just say the word! It’s my hope that each and every one of my clients feels safe and sound leaving their family in my care. We ask that dog clients are fully crate trained and owners provide the crate for the duration of their stay for those interested in boarding services. Many thanks! *A note to cat owners booking boarding: if possible, please arrange to bring your cat’s litter box and a familiar item like their bed/toys during boarding to help them acclimate to our space!*
Northside pet parents share their Rover experiences
Absolutely fantastic experience with our pet sitter, Erika. She did an amazing job caring for my two cats, who are usually very wary of new people. By the end of her time with them, one of my cats even let her hold him which is a huge milestone and really shows how patient, calm, and gentle she was with both of them. Erika was very professional throughout, followed all instructions carefully, and always replied quickly, which really helped ease my stress while I was away. I felt completely confident knowing my two cats were in great hands. I would absolutely book her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter.
Mimi was WONDERFUL with Enzo. I had not planned on adopting so soon, but fell in love with the little man! I had business travel already scheduled so I needed someone quickly and who would give him a little extra care since he’s new and just a baby. I will definitely book them again to watch him in my home! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Lisa did an AMAZING job watching my senior cat over 9 days. Our regular sitter was out of town, so I was nervous about finding someone new. She exceeded all expectations, including administering two types of medications (that came up at the last minute). She provided excellent, detailed updates that put my mind at ease. I would highly recommend Lisa!!
Too many visits to specifically comment. Carson is communicative, flexible and takes great care of my fur babies. One pup is special needs and Carson is patient with her, does her eye drops and changes her diaper. He has done house sitting also where he gives them their medication including insulin shots. When I return they look well cared for and happy. I feel secure my pups are cared for with Carson.
Jeffrey was amazing with our Bella! Made sure to come out and meet Bella prior to the booked dates and made sure to know everything about Bella that he needed to know. He even taught Bella a new trick! I recommend Jeffrey and will book with him in the future if needed :)
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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 Northside.
Rover makes it easy to find Northside 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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