Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Poverty Ridge, Sacramento, CA
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Top rated Poverty Ridge pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.

“Natalie is awesome. She has done a few drop ins for my cat. I used to leave him home alone, but he wouldn’t eat well and nervous when I got home. I love now that I come home and he is as content as can be. He eats and uses his litter box. He isn’t nervous and I love that I get so many pictures that I don’t feel guilty about taking the dog and leaving the cat lol. I think he’s getting as spoiled as the dog. Natalie is awesome.”

“We have never left Pete and Molly before and we were a little nervous. Thank goodness for Lila!! She was available last minute, checked in every visit and cared for them like we would. Lila is a very warm, friendly and personable young lady! It’s no wonder dogs love her!! I would recommend her to anyone who loves their animals like we do and wants to give them the best care :)”

“Luis and Sonya were friendly, reliable, and communicative. They responded quickly to all of my messages and gave me updates on how the cats were doing. I would absolutely recommend them, and hope to have their help again in the future! :)”

“Dustin is wonderful. I often need to make last minute plans. Dustin always quickly responds to out request to let us know his availability. Our dog, Hank, is aging and Dustin takes such good care of him. I never need to worry as Dustin is 100% reliable. I highly recommend Dustin as he is the best of the best”
“My pup was sick today and after only knowing her a day, Mrs Lauren came to the rescue. She helped take care of my girl while I was stuck at work. I am so lucky to have found her!! <3”

“Kayla is the best. She is so good with Boo!! And she always takes the time to make sure everything is tidy and all is in perfect order. Thank you so much, Kayla! We appreciate you!”

“this is my 2nd time having Shera check on my babies and i had 0 worries knowing they were going to be in good hands. shera provideded daily updates with pictures and even went above and beyond by sweeping up after my cats! thank you Shera!”

About: I’m a former owner of an 80 lbs male German shepherd who loved to play, jump, and made me fetch balls for him. I’ll gladly give your pet the same love and respect I gave my own every day. I’ll be able to walk and feed dogs after 6:30pm. I’m currently working a full time job during the week and start my shifts at 8am, Mon-Fri. and can come back after 6pm. My schedule opens up fully on Sat-Sun. I’ll make sure they have access to full clean water and take them out for walks. I’ll keep them safe from other dogs, owners, or cars and treat your pet with the utmost care and respect.
“I absolutely love booking Elizabeth! She takes such amazing care of my cats and truly treats them like her own. She’s incredibly thoughtful and attentive to their well-being, and her updates always give me such peace of mind. Elizabeth is super communicative, reliable, and always sends lots of adorable photos, which I really appreciate. I couldn’t ask for a better sitter! Highly recommend!”

About: I’ve spent the last 9 years working professionally with dogs, walking, handling, and caring for over 400+ pups of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. What started as a childhood job turned into a true skill set, understanding dog behavior, reading body language, and creating calm, structured walks that help dogs feel safe and confident. I specialize in 60-minute structured walks, positive reinforcement, and safety-focused handling. I’m experienced with energetic dogs, shy/nervous dogs, pups in training, and dogs who need consistency to thrive. Over the years, I’ve maintained zero safety incidents because I’m highly alert, attentive, and mindful of my environment at all times. I currently serve as the Head Pack Walker at Happy Pup HQ where I focus on creating fulfilling, balanced walks that support a dog’s physical and emotional needs. Your pup’s safety, routine, and happiness will always be my priority. I offer 60-minute structured walks throughout the day with flexible scheduling for mornings, afternoons, and early evenings. I keep my calendar updated so you can easily book the times that work best for your dog’s routine. If your pup has a preferred walk window, I’m happy to plan around it to keep their day predictable and stress-free. Your dog’s safety is my top priority. With 9 years of professional dog-handling experience and over 400 dogs safely walked, I use a calm, structured approach that keeps pups secure and confident. My safety standards include: • Double leash + gear checks before every walk • Street-safe walking (dog on inside, handler outside) • Avoiding unsafe dogs or environments • Positive reinforcement only • Hydration and weather-appropriate pacing • Clear communication and updates after each walk I pride myself on being steady, attentive, and trustworthy so your dog always feels safe, and you always feel informed.
“Sarah is wonderful! I have two cuddly, social cats who enjoy human interaction while I’m gone. Sarah is a great communicator, shared plenty of pictures and updates, and my girls loved her. It was so nice to know my cats were in great hands.”

About: I’ve been a proud pet parent for 5 years. I adopted a senior dog and have experience navigating care for dogs in that stage of life. My pup is leash reactive so I also have extensive experience navigating walking a reactive dog. I currently WFH so it’s easy to pop out for a drop in or provide a mid-day walk after signing off at 2P PT. I’m also an avid runner who is currently training for a marathon and happy to take energetic dogs on runs. I work from home full time and glad to take time to check in on your pet and help ensure they get plenty of exercise. I’m an early bird on weekends and often up early running. I will follow any and all instructions to make sure you’re comfortable, your pets needs are met and they are safe. Just let me know.
About: My whole life i’ve owned at least one dog at a time, typically two, as well as cats. I’m the main caretaker of my beloved pets and have also helped family members and friends by taking care of their cats and dogs. I’m always able to work with animals no matter the age and am reliable for any care that they need. The past two years I have been helping out a neighbor with her puppy and am able to deal with the wildness and also able to calm them down when needed. I’m currently in community college and am not taking too many classes so i have plenty of time to be able to take care of animals. I also have my own pets that I take care of everyday, exotic and typically pets, i’m able to work pet care in my schedule for plenty during the day so they meet adequate care. I personally bathe my dogs and lizard at least once a week to stay clean and hydrated. I keep the place clean and orderly if the pets make any kinds of messes, and don’t loose my cool if they do. As well as water will always be available and clean for when they need it.
About: I have taken care of family dogs, as well as pet sitting and walking dogs for friends and family for over 10 years. Experience with several different breeds, sizes, and senior dogs! Volunteered at an Animal Shelter as well I work a full time job from 9am-5:30pm, but work a hybrid schedule and on my work from home days I have a pretty flexible schedule! I am comfortable taking care of pets in any capacity! I can walk multiple dogs at a time, happy to take dogs outside at home, feed them, and take them in and out of a crate as necessary.
“Morgan is super easy to work with! My cat seemed to warm up to her right away and she is great with communication. Sent great pictures from her visit and I felt very safe having her come in to feed/hang out with my cat.”

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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 Poverty Ridge.
Rover makes it easy to find Poverty Ridge 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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