Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In South Side
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Top rated South Side pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“I can't reccomend Taylor enough! She took such good care of my cats and lizard while we were on vacation for a week. We have a very shy and standoffish cat and it was clear to me that Taylor made them all feel so safe and comfortable based on how willing the cats were to let her snap pics of them every day - shes a great photographer too! Great communication, punctual, flexible (thank you again for feeding and keeping an eye on our bearded dragon!), and just all around a wonderful sitter who we will absolutely be booking with again. I would trust her in my home and with my pets any day. Thank you Taylor!”
About: I grew up with dogs, cats and horses. I've taken care of dogs of all sizes since I was ten years old. Currently I own a cat but am comfortable with dogs of all breeds and sizes. I am free on evenings during the week and day time and evenings on most weekends. I am in Columbus for most holidays and here to help you enjoy your time away knowing your pet is well taken care of. My home is not sized to fit other animals but I have a car and am happy to drive to your house to take care of your pet
“Abby is so sweet and attentive to the kitties. She updated me every day and I felt like I was included in their lives while I had to be away. Good work Abby!”
“Jena is a RoCk StAr 🌟! We reached out in a pinch and she delivered 10 fold. She is kind, reliable, and professional. We will definitely work with her in the future!!”
“This was our second time booking with Heather! She is very responsive and sends great pictures with funny commentary :) She always asks if she is unsure about something. We will be booking with her again in the future!”
“Tori did a great job taking care of my cat. She understood his needs very well (lots of snuggles) and sent funny commentary and nice photos every day. Will definitely have her cat-sit for me again!”
“My kitties had great visits with Merri! I contacted her with very short notice but everything worked out smoothly and wonderfully. I will definitely contact her again in the future and recommend her to anyone with four-footers - both cats (I have four) and dogs!”
About: I have been a vet assistant, I’ve worked with horses, cats, dogs, birds, lizards, and snakes. I always go the extra mile and believe that pets deserve the very best. I uber full time so I’m very flexible with your needs. If your pet needs more time to adjust, I will give them that. I take care of your babies as if they were mine, I will give them love and attention with boundaries. I specialize in difficult cases. If your pet needs a little extra time and attention that’s no problem.
“Deb was amazing with our pups! This was their first time with a new sitter and immediately fell in love. Deb sent detailed updates every day and spent a little extra time with them when one was not feeling well. She even cleaned up some poopy accidents! (Sorry again for that additional unexpected work!). Will definitely be booking her again. My dogs would be very upset if I didn't!”
About: I have been watching pets for years and would love to provide great care to yours as well! I know how important your pet is to you and you can trust that I have years of experience taking care of animals. I have lived with pets my entire life, so I know how to recognize body language and anxiety. That knowledge is supplemented by my experience volunteering at animal shelters for four years. I am currently studying Mechanical Engineering at the Ohio State University. Outside of my classes, I have plenty of time to take care of your pets! I currently cannot keep pets at my home. However, I am always happy to watch pets in your home! I can overnight petsit or do only day visits or dog walks. Pet parents have trusted me taking care of their pets in their home for years.
“Celeste was great! She was able to check in on my puppy while I was at work. She asked all the right questions to make sure she knew how to care for him best and absolutely followed through! I know he was in good hands with her.”
“Nevaeh once again was a great help for us when we needed our pets checked in on! She was timely and patient with one of our cats who was very shy at first. She did all of the things we needed and will of course reach out to her if we need her services again!”
“Vanessa did a great job with Captain. I especially appreciated the update she provided at the end of the stay to let me know how things went. She asked great questions at the start and clearly has a love and appreciation for animals.”
About: I have had dogs since the day I was born. I currently have a 13, 3, and 2 year old dogs. I have experience with medication management and administration. As well as dogs with serious medical issues. I am capable of taking care of dogs of all ages. I am currently a college student Monday-Thursday and looking for a flexible job that can fit into my downtime! Most of my availability is during the weekends but I do have availability during the weekdays it is just more limited. I have experience with dogs who have destructive behavior so if your dog needs kenneld I am capable. I am someone who pays close attention to my own dogs and when I watch other dogs I try to treat them as my own!
“Sydney took the best care of my cat while I was away! She sent me lots of pictures of my cat and played with him plenty. He can be apprehensive to new people, but he warmed up to her right away because she was so good with him.”
South Side pet parents share their Rover experiences
Heather is amazing, she’s been our cat sitter for over a year and I can’t imagine trusting our spoiled boy to anyone else! She’s incredibly reliable, punctual, and professional. She sends updates and photos during each visit which is amazing when we’re in the mountains and don’t have much service. The fact that we can trust her and enjoy our time off the grid is an amazing piece of mind. We always have something to look forward to when we get back to camp. My cat, Severus, loves her and my husband and I appreciate her greatly! Her response time is amazingly fast as is her attention to detail. Thank you Heather for being our go to!
Caleb was great with my dog when I needed last minute drop in visits. They left detailed descriptions of the visits with pictures and went above and beyond taking my dog to get groomed, and personally clipped his nails. I highly recommend Caleb and will be booking whenever available
Needed someone last minute to drop in on my girl this weekend, and Merri came to the rescue! She was great! Kept me informed and sent pictures throughtout the visit. It was very reassuring to know my pup was going to get out some cooped up energy while I was working. Thank you so much! I will definitely be keeping you in mind if I ever need someone for her again! And would definitely recommend her to others.
Kimberlee took wonderful care of my cat, Berry, while I was abroad. From the beginning, she was professional, kind, and extremely attentive. Being away can always bring a bit of concern, but she made the entire experience stress-free. She kept me updated consistently with messages and photos, which gave me great peace of mind. It was clear that she genuinely cares about the pets she looks after and treats them with patience and affection. I came back to a happy, relaxed, and well-cared-for cat — which says everything. I would absolutely book Kimberlee again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and compassionate on Rover.
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in South Side is $15
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Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in South Side on Rover as of Apr 2026 was about $15 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.
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 South Side.
Rover makes it easy to find South Side 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
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.
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