Pet Sitting Philadelphia
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Over 9,806 pet parents in Philadelphia have booked pet sitting
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Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
About: Dogs have been a focus and priority in my life for over 30 years. As soon as I could walk, I was riding around on the back of our pet Boxer, Mogul. I have cared for puppies, seniors and everything in between my entire life. I love all pups, and always have, but I have an extra passion and soft spot for our rescued friends. In my free time, I volunteer to walk shelter pups and love absolutely spoiling them. I couldn’t wait to have my own place to adopt my own pup, Churro. We’ve been together for six years now. Churro has separation anxiety and reactivity (iykyk) so I’ve mastered the arts of enrichment and distraction. Whether your little guy/gal is in the same boat or not, pet parents—I see you, I hear you, and I’m here to help! I work predominantly from home so I have plenty of availability to lend a hand! I have the most availability after 5:00pm, but also have flexibility for daytime care most days of the week. I am happy to adapt to you and your pet’s needs. Crating, feeding, medication administration, play time, walking—whatever you and your family require, I’d love to help.
“Nina was amazing with my cat Moonlight! We just moved to a new space so Moonlight was extremely shy, but Nina was very patient, respectful, and caring. I knew that Moonlight was in great hands! I would definitely book with her again.”
“Ben did an awesome job of taking care of my sweet pup while I was at work. He provided informative updates and photos to let me know the visit went well! Thanks Ben!!”
“Ellen was fantastic with Clover. She came to do a “Meet and Greet” and then we walked Clover to the park. Clover immediately took to Ellen, and I would not hesitate to have her watch Clover again. I would highly recommend!”
“Julia provided a great service watching my cat for a week! Very punctual took many photos and was very flexible with the very specific food he eats. I recommend her and will hopefully book in future !”
“Leilana was so great! She took such good care of my kitten Margot, took pictures of her, and communicated with me throughout the whole booking process. I’ll definitely be booking her again!”
“Zoe took such great care of my cat Charlie!! He was dealing with some unexpected eye problems right before I left, and Zoe was super great in sending progress photos of his eye and answering some questions for my vet! will definitely be requesting Zoe again next time I go away :)”
“Yaniera did an amazing job taking care of our cat. She was also quick with communicating and left helpful notes and pictures after each visit.(especially when we needed to make adjustments to the schedule). highly recommend!”
“Janie did an excellent job of taking care of my cat Isla. She was punctual and provided insightful updates. I would highly recommend Janie to anyone looking for a sitter.”
“We’ve used Pamela several times for drop ins and she’s very thorough and sweet and provides great updates and photos. We trust she’ll take great care of the pups when we are out and we highly recommend her!”
“3rd time using Casey! She is great! Always sends pictures. I know my dog is in great hands with her. This time was very last minute and was very understanding when I forgot to leave the key for her. 🤦🏽♀️”
“Alexa always does a great job. She is responsive and provides a thorough check in on my cats’ eating and litter habits. They love seeing her and I always feel confident having her check on them for the weekend!”
“Stephen did a great job taking care of my cat Ranjha during the holidays. He was reliable, attentive, and clearly cared about making sure Ranjha was comfortable while I was away. He kept me consistently updated with messages, which gave me peace of mind. I would absolutely recommend Stephen and would book with him again.”
“Kristina stepped up at the last minute and Bubbles was so glad to see her. All good! Would ask Kristina to hang out with Bubbles again when I have to run out for a few hours any time.”
“Rachel is super dependable, a great communicator, and patient with our elderly and shy cat. I have rebooked with her and will continue to do so. Highly recommended!”
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Philadelphia is $20
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Philadelphia
Juli is very attentive and caring to the wellbeing of my cats. She goes above and beyond to make sure they have what they need! My water fountain wasn’t working well and she made sure to deep clean it so it was in working order. I have been having Juli take care of my cats for a few years now and I can leave for my vacations knowing my babies are in good hands! Book with Juli!
We highly recommend Ellen for all your animal care needs! She was so responsive from the start - and did an excellent job looking after our older dog Ella while we were out of town. We absolutely hope to work with her again in the future if she is available!
Rachel is an awesome pet sitter! She took detailed notes when meeting our cats before we went on vacation. She sent thorough updates every day along with cute pictures and videos. Our cats were very comfortable with her - even our shy gal came out of her shell! Rachel is such an animal lover and it shows in the care that she gave our cats. We will definitely be booking with her again in the future. All star pet sitter!!
The best! They took wonderful care of both of my kitties (including coaxing out my shy girl, who hid from a sitter in the past), sent lots of updates and photos/videos, tended to plants, cleaned up a random vomit incident, helped intercept a surprise package and more!
Chelsea is a wonderful sitter for our cats. They love her and I feel confident going away knowing they are well cared for. She went above and beyond making sure everything is just as we asked. I was SO happy she was available again this time! Highly, highly recommend.
Faith went above and beyond. She administered my cat’s medication and the first day she returned to check to make sure my cat had it all. She even offered to take my cat to the vet though luckily that wasn’t necessary. I felt my cat was in very good hands with her
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- Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party background check and show verified reviews from other pet parents, like you.
- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
- 24/7 support from the Rover team–here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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FAQs for Drop-In Visits - Philadelphia
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Sitting in Philadelphia on Rover is $22.2 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet 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 Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of July 2026, there are 9,929 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia 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.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.
If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Philadelphia. On Rover:
- 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 96% can help with daily exercise
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.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, 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.
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.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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