Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Riverfront, Philadelphia, PA
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“Enrique was amazing! So communicative and consistent. He provided great pictures/reports of his visits and really spent time playing with my cats (the ones that weren’t too shy that is). Would highly recommend!”
“Sydney was fantastic! My 7-year old dog has trust issues with strangers and Sydney respected his boundaries & he quickly warmed up to her! She took great care of him and our kitty, especially with administering my cat’s medications. Sydney was always punctual, kind and closely followed our pet’s care instructions. We are so grateful to Sydney & highly recommend her services! We hope to work with Syndney again in the future 😀”
About: I am always trusted by friends and family to take care of their animals while they are away on vacation. I am a huge animal lover so no animal is not worth all of the love all of the time. I have a dog of my own who is the sweetest dog ever and gets along with everyone. I currently work from home, and have a courtyard for a quick let out, and LOTS of parks around. I have a flexible schedule and can take good care of your pet. I have a ton of experience with all types of dogs. I have plenty of safe space around the house for us to be outside or even inside, dogs are family.
“Hanna is the absolute best! Great communication, on time and prompt, and great to my kitty. So thankful she was able to watch last minute. I will definitely be booking again. Thank you so much again!”
About: I have had dogs for 20+ years and have a cat for a year ! Huge animal lover and being around animals lights up my life Every day i have to care for my kitty. 2 meals a day. Taking litter in and out. Play time. Doing as much as i can for her / making her a priority. Will do the same for your pet I play with them, make sure they’re eating, walk them, snuggle, the list goes on and on when it comes to me providing the best overall care and experience for your pet
“Patty and Candido took such good care of my kitty Angel over the holidays. We are so thankful to have them! They are flexible with dates and picking up keys and give her so much love!”
About: I’ve cared for both cats and dogs my entire life and regularly volunteer at animal rescue shelters in my free time. My love for animals is not just a hobby — it’s been a lifelong passion and a foundational part of who I am. Over the years, I’ve gained hands-on experience caring for senior dogs, cats with special needs, and pets with unique personalities and medical requirements. I understand that every animal — and every pet owner — is unique. That’s why I believe in building a trusting bond with each pet and client, ensuring care that is not only responsible, but compassionate, personal, and attentive. I work in finance but I am currently between jobs so I have a lot of free time during the weekdays and weekends for the time being. I am available in the mornings, afternoon and evenings as needed, and for overnights. I believe in being diligent and attentive to each pets needs while maintaining clear and specific communication with clients. To me when I am responsible for a pet, that is my focus and priority for the span of their care. You can expect punctuality, engagement, updates and even some cute photos from me.
About: Hi There! My name is Kyra and I am a young professional living in Fishtown. I have experience with dogs of all sizes and energy levels. I am comfortable walking, feeding, playing, giving medicine or relaxing with your pet! I am available for walking or house sitting jobs. I have a flexible schedule and can easily fit in your pets needs- whether that be feeding, walking or cuddle time. I am currently free most days and can adjust to multiple schedules I have a fenced in back patio and one loving cat at home. House visits or babysitting will be safe and enjoyable for your fur baby
“Christopher was kind and patient with our little army of cats and even trekked out to see them in less than ideal driving conditions. We are incredibly grateful for the peace of mind he provided during our trip away!”
About: I've taken care of dogs for as long as I can remember! I love walking and running, so tiring out active pups is my specialty. I work part time with a flexible schedule, so I'm happy and willing to work with you to align your pet care needs with my availability. I create a safe, calm environment, follow routines closely, and build trust through gentle care, play, and clear communication with every pet parent. I want your pet to feel safe and cared for.
“Zhanna did an awesome job at taking care of my cat while I was gone. She dropped in each day, was very reliable, and sent updates each time. Definitely recommend her services. Will definitely be reaching out to her in the future!”
“Bryce was super friendly and communicative so it was easy to have peace of mind while being away from our cat. He also shared great updates and pictures of during his visits.”
“Theresa came in on time, she hung out with my cats. I was able to see her interact with the cats and she was great. She put my mind at ease by taking a picture of the automatic cat dispenser to show that the power was on. She went above and beyond by completely changing out both litter boxes, it was a miscommunication on my end but she did it anyway and had zero complains. I will continue to have her come by and watch my cats!”
About: I've loved and taken care of dogs and cats my whole life, mine and other people’s too! It started with my childhood German Shepherd, JoJo, who waited at the end of the street every day to run along side the school bus because she knew I was on the that big, yellow, beast. More recently, I loved and cared for my orange and white, Manx cat, Sid, named after Sid Vicious because he was a little vicious when he was a kitten. My experience taking care of other people's dogs began 22 years ago when a co-worker needed help with her Pomeranian when she went on a trip. I dog sat for her several times. When she realized she no longer could keep her Pom, she let me adopt her. For about 4 years, I raised German Shepherds, including ones imported from Germany. During that time, my partner and I also trained German Shepards for a sport called Schutzhund. It's a sport that tests a dog's tracking, obedience and protection skills. I also trained dogs of all breeds and mixed breeds obedience, cute little tricks and manners. You know what I'm taking about with manners! haha jk I love teaching dogs new tricks! I’m comfortable taking care of puppies, adults and senior dogs; anxious and timid dogs and with administering oral and topical medications and following special instructions and giving extra attention and longer walks if desired. If your dog has a strict routine, you can be at peace knowing I will follow your dog’s routine exactly how he/she is accustomed to it being. If you choose me as your dog sitter, your dog will be showered with love, time and attention. I love taking your dog for walks, playing in the backyard and cuddling on the couch, whatever your pet likes, needs, and enjoys. I am here to help! In addition to taking care of your pets, I am a freelance writer and artist working from home, and I have a very flexible schedule. We can make plans in advance for me to take care of your pet and I can usually be available on short notice. When I'm pet sitting in your home, your pets are my focus, but if I do need to step out for any reason, I'll be sure your pets are safe, happy and your home is secure. I'll leave your pets loved, and your home clean for when you return.
About: I have had pets my entire life, but I am currently a dog/cat mom. I’ve had my babies for 13 years! have a giant husky and a medium sized boy, so I am super comfortable with dogs of all sizes. I love all animals and am excited to take care of yours as if they were my own. I currently work full time but do have autonomy in my role. I am able to move my schedule around to accommodate the needs of your pet. I am able to accommodate the care of your pet to your needs. They will always be safe and I will always try to make them feel safe. I will send pictures daily (or as often as you would like them!)
“Anthony is amazing, the care and love he showed for Persi was amazing. All the camera shots were fantastic to get every time he visited. Even brought in our packages! 10 out of 10!”
“Ackee loves having Chelsea stop by when we are out of town! It really makes a difference to her. We appreciate the communication and the adorable photos in the report. Thank you for giving our baby so much extra love!”
Over 152 pet parents in Riverfront have booked pet sitting
Riverfront pet parents share their Rover experiences
Cheyenne was fantastic with my pets! She helped me out last minute with my cat and two dogs and did a great job with them. They were happy and well taken care of when I got back, and my house looked exactly as I left it. She was very communicative and left very detailed report cards about what she did each time she visited. I would highly recommend her!
Not a better sitter out there. Super detailed oriented and cares so much about your loved ones. We always have such a peace of mind when we go away for extended trips, even with a cat who needs epilepsy medicine. My only complaint is she is getting harder to book because she is such high demand! Lol
I can't be more grateful to have found Samantha for my first time leaving the care of my cats to a stranger. She was patient with my concerns and attentive to my little dudes' needs, and I'll without question be scheduling her services when I travel again.
Another professional and caring service from Sedat! I was out of town for an extended Thanksgiving holiday and needed to leave my cat at home. This was the first time I had left my cat for several days since he was sick. He is better now but you can still get nervous or uneasy under the circumstances. However, Sedat is very familiar with my cat and I’m very familiar with Sedat, which made me perfectly comfortable all weekend long. Sedat is very thorough and informative immediately following each visit. I would share his photos of my cat and his reporting with my family and like myself they were all super impressed with everything Sedat sent me. I highly recommend Sedat and can assure you will be very happy with his services.
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Rover makes it easy to find Riverfront 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
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