Pet Sitting in Philadelphia

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Sitter Profile Image: Ellen W.
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Ellen W.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19107

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!

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Rachel W.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
17 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Wharton-Hawthorne-Bella Vista, Philadelphia, PA, 19147

Rachel is so sweet. She was prompt and took great care of my old dog while I was out of town. I will definitely request her next time I need help with my dog.

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Alexa K.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
106 reviews
41 repeat clients
10 years of experience
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA, 19102

Alexa was fantastic! Very responsive, sent updates and photos of our cat while we were away, and was generally just a pleasure to work with. We felt our cat was in good hands!

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Kristina M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
14 repeat clients
8 years of experience
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA, 19103

Kristina was amazing! I needed someone very last minute to take care of our puppy. She was so nice to come out for a meet & great early in the morning to be able to know everything she needed to know for taking care of her the very same afternoon. She connected really well with our pup. She was very dependable, responsive, sent pictures, took our puppy out & played with her. She was very attentive to everything. Highly recommend and will definitely think of her again!

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Leilana A.
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$10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
14 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19107

About: I’ve always lived in a home with at least two pets (usually dogs). As far as dogs go, I’m comfortable with all kinds and currently care for my parents American Bullies when they’re out of town. I’ve watched Chinchillas, Dogs, Guinea Pigs, etc and I’m excited to take care of your pets as if they were mine. I currently work hybrid at UPenn with really flexible days in the summer (only two days in). I typically find time in my day to spend outside so adding a dog to my daily walk sounds like the perfect day! I live in a spacious one-bedroom apartment with a balcony. Since it’s not fully furnished yet, there’s plenty of open room for your furry friend to relax and have their own comfortable space. My building is very pet-friendly, and I’m just a 5–10 minute walk from several great green spaces for walks and fresh air.

Sitter Profile Image: Allison M.
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Allison M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19102

Thank you Allison for taking such good care of Splash!!

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Janie S.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
6 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Poplar-Ludlow-Yorktowne, Philadelphia, PA, 19107

Janie was the sweetest and easiest sitter to work with! She left detailed notes, kept us updated, and gave our dog so much playtime and attention. We felt completely comfortable and would absolutely book with her again.

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Ellie B.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19103

Kind and attentive cat sitter!!

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Katrina C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
15 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19147

Katrina is wonderful! Incredibly responsive, sweet, and communicative! She sends lots of pictures and videos. Had taken great care of our dog when she was in heat and spay surgery. So lucky to have her! ❤️

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Joseph M.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
38 years of experience
Point Breeze, Philadelphia, PA, 19146

Joe was great with the cats and immediately earned their trust. He went above and beyond cleaning up cat bowls and one throw up incident. Thank you, Joe!

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Zoe M.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
55 reviews
22 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19103

Zoe was amazing filling in to care for our cats last minute. She was incredibly responsive and continued sending updates even while we were camping and away from coverage. Coming back into cell service and having all the cute pictures flood in was priceless. Thanks again, Zoe!

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Nina S.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
130 reviews
38 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19107

Very nice, followed all caretaking instructions very well. Sent good, detailed feedback as to how the day went and how my cat was doing, as well as plenty of pictures Overall excellent cat sitter, would highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Reno G.
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Reno G.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
97 reviews
31 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Fairmount-Spring Garden, Philadelphia, PA, 19123

Reno is the perfect dog sitter! I was a little apprehensive about leaving Tucker alone his first time, for an overnight trip, but Reno came out to meet us beforehand. He and Tucker really hit it off. Reno is incredibly dependable, punctual and responsive. I highly recommend Reno and will call on him again if Tucker and I cant travel together. Thank you Reno.

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Sitter Profile Image: Liza T.
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Liza T.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19147

Liza did a fantastic job taking care of our two pups while we were away! She is reliable, prompt for visits, and a great communicator. She made us feel at ease leaving the two of them under her care. The pups are looking forward to her next visit!

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Sitter Profile Image: Abigail H.
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Abigail H.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA, 19107

About: Hi! I’m Abby, and I’ve been caring for dogs of all kinds since I was young. From tiny pups to large breeds, energetic puppies to sweet senior dogs, I have experience with dogs of every size, age, and personality. I’ve spent years dog sitting for friends, family, and neighbors, always treating each dog with the same love and attention I’d give my own. Whether we’re out for a walk or enjoying some extra playtime, your dog’s safety, happiness, and comfort are always my top priorities. As a PA student in my clinical year, I have a flexible schedule that allows me to accommodate walks and check-ins at various times during the day. I provide care for your pet in the comfort of their own home, sticking to their routines and providing walks, play time, or cuddles. I’m always happy to send a photo of your pet so you know they’re happy and safe while you’re away!

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Rebecca A.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 repeat clients
40 years of experience
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA, 19103

Rebecca was a great cat sitter. My cat was very happy when I got back!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lydia L.
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Lydia L.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
100 reviews
41 repeat clients
3 years of experience
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA, 19102

Lydia was excellent! Communication was easy and seamless and my (usually) shy cat took a liking to her and came out to say hi! Would highly recommend her.

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Rocky H.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
121 reviews
44 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Philadelphia, PA, 19107

Rocky did a great job with my medically complicated cats. They had to pill two of my cats twice a day and got it done every time, which gave me a lot of ease. Highly recommend them, especially if you need the expertise of a vet tech!

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Brian R.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
175 reviews
68 repeat clients
18 years of experience
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA, 19107

Brian visited our kitties while we were away for a week, and he took great care of them. He was timely, extremely communicative and asked great questions. On top of his professional demeanor, Brian went above & beyond to ensure our pets were in a clean & safe environment by cleaning up messes that they left around daily (silly cats). We were so thankful for Brian's help, and will continue to work with him!!

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Mygan A.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA, 19102

About: I've watched and walked dogs for friends and family over the years. It would be my pleasure to help your furry companion get some valuable outdoor time walking or settle in with my own dog in our home while you're out of town. I do gig work and am a graduate student, but can spend quality of time with them as my schedule is very accommodating. Currently I'm making my own schedule as a gig workers and freelancer. So my day to day is extremely flexible. I make sure my own dog gets plenty of outdoor time and walk almost everywhere myself. Currently living in an apartment with a roof dog area. There are a number of dog relief areas around the neighborhood as well as a couple parks.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Angela is the best! She is so great with our two cats and she was super helpful when one of them threw up. We trust her in our home and can’t wait to work with her again!

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Grace K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Arianna took great care of our cat while we were away. Kind and communicative. The house and food dish she used were also clean when we got home, which I always appreciate. I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again.

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Micah M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda was my main person to take care of my dog for several months when I was at work and she was wonderful! My dog Sunny absolutely loved her and she was very quick to answer, especially when it was short notice, which was always highly appreciated! I highly recommend her to take care of your dog

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Hunter G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lauren was great, super responsive and willing to book a last minute drop-in. Also appreciated her patience when she had some issues trying to get into the house Would definitely book again and recommend!

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Allison R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Katie was great! She took care of our two cats and sent amazing photos of them playing. We would definitely book with Katie again!

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Kevin R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitter for our two cats. Their medical needs have gotten more complicated, requiring more care while we’re away. I was nervous about this, but Holden was very reliable, responsible, and communicated very well throughout this process. I look forward to booking with him again in the future! I would absolutely recommend him.

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Amanda S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I had a wonderful experience with Carol! She took excellent care of my cat while I was away and gave me complete peace of mind. She was reliable, communicative, and clearly attentive to my cat's needs and personality, and I appreciated the regular updates, photos, and thoughtful check-ins. I'd highly recommend Carol to anyone looking for a trustworthy, responsible, and caring pet sitter. I would absolutely book with her again in the future!

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Karen W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kanyinsola was terrific with my puppy. She understood my anxiety about leaving each other for the first time, did an amazing job of helping him settle after I left, and sent me photos and videos that warmed my heart. She was warm and loving with him. 10/10 recommend!

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Lisa S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Astrid was great. They were able to come for a meet and greet a few days before. They were very thorough and so great care of my boy. I would definitely have Astrid back!

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Samantha L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Gabrielle was wonderful with Bowie and Mauve! She was very communicative, followed all instructions carefully, and kept me updated throughout the visits with photos and notes. I really appreciated her attention to detail and the care she showed for my cats and home~

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Ngân P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ellen is so caring and engaged with our cats, we know they are in great hands. Excellent communication.

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Moses B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Once again, Leila was great with my anxious cats for the week while we were away! Super reassuring having her care for them and always does a great job!

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Carlena H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We couldn’t be happier with hiring Shreya as a sitter for our three cats. She’s reliable and communicative; the post-visit updates kept our peace of mind as we traveled. We’ve already rebooked her and highly recommend you do the same :)

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Michael C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

My shy and sensitive cat Tippy warmed up so well to Rebekah, thanks to her patience and easygoing attitude. I received so many cute pics and videos during her visits. Thank you!!

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Sarah R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ali was great with my dog Ryder! She was immediately comfortable with him and is clearly a dog lover. She was communicative and sent good updates, we’d definitely book with her again

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Dana A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah is a phenomenal sitter! Her updates and photos made me feel at ease on my vacation. She took time to get to know my two cats and understand their personalities. She kept me well updated and it is clear that she puts thoughtfulness and immense care in her check ins. She is the best sitter I have had on Rover and I will be continuing to book her!

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Amelia Jane L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Zahra is absolutely amazing, I could not recommend her more. I will use her services for as long as she’s available and we are both in the same city. She cared for Evee as if she were her own and gave such thorough updates I had no worries about her care the whole weekend I was away. Evee is either anxious or a lover depending on how she feels about you, she’s a great teller of humans, and when she purrs for someone other than me, she knows you’re a special one. When Zahra sent a recording of her purring, I melted. Thank you Zahra for everything!

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Leah R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Absolutely wonderful pet sitters. Great communication. Punctual. Send tons of pictures and updates. Attentive and loving to my pets.

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Hilary K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kiirsten provided multiple drop-in visits for my two dogs and I appreciated receiving updates and knowing they were being checked on and well cared for while I was away. Thank you, Kiirsten!

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Chelsea F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I feel so grateful to have found a sitter as cat-oriented, attentive, communicative, kind, and patient as Claire!

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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Philadelphia on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 2,185 pet sitters in Philadelphia. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 86% of Philadelphia pet sitters respond in under an hour.

Pet sitters in Philadelphia have an average of 15 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Philadelphia.

Rover makes it easy to find Philadelphia 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

There are 2,185 pet sitters in Philadelphia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Philadelphia, 95% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 88% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.

Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.