House Sitting In Over-The-Rhine
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“Kathleen was amazing!! She took great care of Charlie and sent me pictures and updates to ease my mind! Would definitely recommend and plan on using her from now on”

“Bethany was wonderful for our first time working with her! She was a great communicator and sent lots of photos and updates while we were away, which we really appreciated. She did everything we asked and we came home to a clean house and happy pets. It gave us a lot of peace of mind knowing everything was in such good hands :)”

“Kathleen watched our pup for a week (our longest time away yet). Our pup was around 9 months old at the time, so despite the extra work that comes with a younger dog, we were very comfortable and reassured while away! She sent daily updates + photos, and we know our girl was cared for like she was her own. Kathleen also fed our fish and left the house in great shape, which we greatly appreciated. Would happily book her again for any future sittings!”

“We couldn’t be happier with the amazing care Celeste provided for Jack, Tekken, and Princess Buttercup! She went above and beyond in every way. Throughout the weekend, she kept us updated with photos and messages, giving us complete peace of mind while we were away. Celeste was professional, attentive, and clearly treated our pets as if they were her own. Jack, Tekken, and Princess Buttercup absolutely loved her, and we could tell they were comfortable and well loved the entire time. We highly recommend Celeste to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and top-notch pet sitter. We will definitely be booking with her again!”


“Levi was great! My dog, Bella seemed to warm up to him immediately during our meet and greet which helped ease my anxiety as I was leaving the country for 10 days! He was great with communication and I will definitely use Levi again!”

“Taylor was absolutely amazing from the beginning. I had some specific needs for my wedding night, and she made sure my 2 babies were on time to the cocktail hour where they made an appearance for pictures. I have an Aussie who is slow to warm up to new people, and he took to Taylor right away. It’s so comforting and reassuring knowing we have someone in the area that I can trust my dogs with, and who love Taylor in return.”

“lux watched our 3 small dogs (one being senior) for about a week in our home (this is the second time he has helped us)! lux was great and is our favorite go to dog sitter! I received updates on the dogs which gave great piece of mind. I came home to my home as I left it [which was very nice knowing my dogs are not good at going to the bathroom outside when we are away] lux spent quality time with my dogs and their needs. I definitely felt like the investment in lux being here while we were gone was well worth it!”


“Dirk was fantastic. I just got home and both pets were excited, happy, and taken care of. We’ve had issues in the past with sitters but Dirk was communicative and helpful when it came to caring for our pets.”

“Courtney helped us at the last minute when we had another sitter cancel and we were so impressed. She needed minimal direction and took great care of our two dogs. She was very attentive and kept us updated the whole time we were gone. Would highly recommend her and will definitely be reaching out to her in the future!!”

About: Hi! I’m Brianna 😊 If you’re looking for someone who will treat your pet like family (and not just another booking), you’re in the right place. I genuinely love animals of all kinds and personalities — from super playful and energetic to shy cuddle bugs who just want a calm presence. I also provide care in your home so your pet can stay comfortable in their own space and keep their normal routine. I know how important that is for keeping them happy and stress-free while you’re away. A typical day with me depends on your pet! For dogs, that could look like walks around the neighborhood, playtime, little adventures, or just hanging out and getting lots of attention from not only me but my 3 kids who LOVE animals of all kinds so your fur baby will be well loved while in my care. For cats, I’m all about interactive play, keeping their routine consistent, and giving them space or cuddles depending on their vibe. I take the time to really get to know each pet — their habits, quirks, and what makes them feel safe and happy. Whether your pet is super social, a little anxious, or somewhere in between, I adjust to them. I also keep you in the loop with updates, photos, and check-ins so you never have to wonder how your baby is doing 🤍 I don’t offer boarding, but when I’m in your home my goal is to make your pet feel comfortable, cared for, and loved until you’re back. If you have any questions or just want to see if we’re a good fit, feel free to reach out — I’d love to meet you and your pet! Pet care fits really naturally into my daily routine! I’m a mom of three, so caring for others comes naturally to me. If your pet is comfortable around children, they’ll get extra love, attention, and gentle affection from my kids as well. We treat every pet like part of the family—making sure they feel safe, happy, and right at home. I also spend a lot of time outside myself so I make sure I have dedicated time for walks, play, and check-ins, and I try to be as flexible as possible to work around your schedule. Whether you need early morning visits, have a weird work schedule , need mid-day drop-ins, or evening care, I do my best to be available when you need me. I care for pets in their own home so they can stay comfortable and stick to their normal routine. I know being away from their owner can be stressful, so I focus on creating a calm, familiar environment where they feel safe and relaxed. If your dog enjoys being around kids, mine are sweet, respectful, and love helping give extra cuddles and attention. Your pet will be treated like one of our own! I always follow your instructions closely, keep things clean and secure, and make sure your pet is well cared for at all times. I’ll also send regular updates and photos so you can feel at ease knowing they’re in good hands 🤍
“Crystal spent 5 days watching our dog and cat in our home and went above and beyond. Our girls are a little high maintenance and she made sure they were well taken care for, maybe even better than we do! She gave us updates daily with pictures and we could tell they were comfortable with her. She took our dog on walks daily (which wasn’t required) and snuggled with our girls often. She left our house cleaner than how we left it. We will definitely be booking with Crystal again. Highly recommend!”

“Ann has always been great with my girls! She watched them a few years ago and has recently returned to keep them again. We will definitely continue using her! She always communicates and sends pictures often!”

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: 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!

“Sydney took great care of our Fiona while we were gone. She kept us updated and sent us pictures. She also took really good care of our house and didn’t leave a thing out of place. We will definitely have her dog sit for us again. Our Fiona is already asking for us to go away again so Sydney can come back.”

“Gabby was great with our dog, she took great care of him and our house! The house was spotless on our return, and our normally anxious dog seemed as happy as usual which was a relief for us. She was very quick with communicating, we would definitely have Gabby sit for us again.”

“Maggie is an incredible sitter! She has taken care of my dog, Nattie, on two separate trips of mine now and it is the most confident I’ve ever been that Nattie is safe, happy, and well looked after while I’m gone. Maggie sends me an update with pictures each day, along with any questions or concerns, and otherwise I can trust I don’t need to worry and enjoy my trip without stressing that something could be wrong. I love getting the pictures and hearing about how everything is going, and knowing Nattie is being given all the treats and walks and attention she needs and deserves. I would recommend Maggie to any dog mom looking for someone reliable and trustworthy!”

“We were happy to find Brooke. She took great care of Tucker while we were away, she sent us pictures and updates twice a day, and left the house in great condition. We would definitely hire her again.”

Over-The-Rhine pet parents share their Rover experiences
Our pets have gotten the pleasure of hanging out with Katie a few times now, and they are always so well taken care of. She is very clear and is a great communicator. Katie sends us photos and updates on a daily basis which we always appreciate. Our dogs miss her already!

Claire stayed with my golden retriever puppy, Wilson (who is at times a handful 😂) and was just fabulous! She was so responsive and took care of him and our home perfectly! I am so thankful to have found Claire and look forward to working with her again! Your pet would be lucky to hang out with her! 🥰

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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 Over-The-Rhine.
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. Over-The-Rhine 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.


















