Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in South Valley, Syracuse, NY
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“The care and detailed information about how our cat was doing. Jamie takes the time and care to get to know our cat making her more comfortable while away. Thank you!”
“Margaret was very kind and attuned with my 2 corgis. They absolutely loved her and would cry around the time she’d arrive because they were so excited to go on a walk with her. Will definitely be using Margaret’s services again!!”
“I have a malamute and she is extremely friend! I am glad we had them coming over to see my dog. She loved them and I highly recommend it. I had an emergency and they could come to take care of her. 100% !!!”
“Adriana came through for our two dogs and cat once again, with two drop-in visits this week. She is consistently reliable and always sends us updates with pet photos from her visits.”
“Karlie is amazing! I felt so comfortable and confident that I was leaving my cat Cleo in excellent and caring hands. ☺️ She cared for Cleo so well, and the updates were so fun to get while I was out of town. Thank you!!!”
“Hannah was excellent with my older cat! She was very calm and patient with my cat (Suzy) and Suzy was very comfortable with her! I’ll absolutely try to book with Hannah again if she is available!”
“Quinn is great with my older cat, Suzy! She was very patient and kind regarding the unique needs for my pet and she always spent a little more time than what was required to make sure everything was taken care of and to play with Suzy as well. Will definitely try to book with her whenever I can in the future!”
“Amanda was awesome & took good care of my bunny Scottie! She was very thoughtful in updating me and I could tell my Scottie had come to trust her over the week of her drop in visits.”
About: My journey in animal care began in 2017 as a kennel technician, and over the past 8 years, I’ve grown into a skilled veterinary assistant with extensive experience caring for dogs, cats and exotic pets of all breeds and temperaments. When I go home, I hug my 2 cats and 2 dogs after a long days work. I also have owned a hedgehog who is now in heaven, and I had the pleasure of growing with and caring for my childhood dog who is also in heaven with my hedgie. From daily walks and enrichment to assisting in exams and treatments, I’ve had the privilege of supporting our furry friends through every stage of life. I’m trained in administering medications—whether it’s a pill, injection, or special diet—and I always prioritize comfort, safety, and trust. Whether your fur baby is playful, shy, or needs a little extra TLC, I bring patience, experience, and a whole lot of love to every visit. I work weekdays 7a-3p, so I am available M-F after 3-3:30p. Saturdays and Sundays I am usually away. I can answer any questions on availability and openings for walks and drop ins! I fully acknowledge that I am entering into your home and that alone is the biggest reason I go above and beyond on building trust with you and fur babies. Safety is my highest priority — I want everyone to feel safe before I ever step foot into your home. I require a meet and greet to start the process; this is to make sure your pet(s) get familiarized with my presence, then I assess compatibility after 1-2 bookings. If I’m concerned about temperament, we will next steps and gauge whether or not we can move forward with future bookings. There are times when pets display signs of stress or protective/territorial behaviors when a stranger enters their home, especially if it’s for the first time. While I’m comfortable caring for an array of temperaments, the last thing I want is your pet to be stressed and unhappy. I am transparent about this process upfront as I prioritize safety for all parties. Upon meeting you and your pet for the first time, I will ask you (many) questions and write all information provided down and go over everything with you before ending the meet and greet session. This will include questions regarding specialized care, diet, temperament, etc. I will also ask for an emergency contact and veterinarian information in the case there is an emergency while you’re not home. For all of my services I make sure to accurately follow all instructions provided with consistent text and picture updates. I NEVER touch anything in your home besides pet-related items disclosed at our meet and greet unless I have permission. After services are completed, I refill all food/water bowls, put back all pet related items such as food and toys where they belong, tidy up if permitted, and give your pets some extra TLC before leaving!
About: I have been taking care of animals since I was 8-9 years old, taught proper care and handling as well as respect for all. I have experience giving medicine regularly and as needed, bathing and brushing, assessing comfort levels and giving good ol’fashion belly rubs. I am familiar with strict meal plans and the importance of keeping up their established routines. I follow your furry friends lead, never forcing unwanted attention and respecting their boundaries. I currently work part-time and have plenty of time to help watch your lovable puppers and cats! I am available 6AM-1PM everyday with my afternoon/evening availability changing weekly, only requiring a few days notice to work out our game plan. I am currently available for in-home visits and walks, and am fully capable of running around with your dog when needed! I respect all house rules and keep clients updated upon arrival and when I’m departing.
About: I’m new to Rover but not to dogs! I have worked in a veterinary kennel, a daycare/boarding center, completed a PennVet summer program, and volunteered at the SPCA for years. Let me walk your doggies! I love them all. I am free daily until late August, barring my 5-8 pm tutoring shifts, a few weekly appointments, and random engagements. I have lots of energy in the morning so I can do early morning walks if needed. I am very respectful and caring towards others’ animals, spaces and belongings, and would love the opportunity to take care of your pet in your home so that both of you have the least anxiety possible.
“Best sitter you could ask for in the area! Responsive and will treat your pets like her own. Would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who will take care of their babies with the most love and attention as possible!”
About: I've been taking care of animals since 7th grade. My family had their own dog and I used to care for animals around the neighborhood including cats and other animals. I take care of my former co workers dogs and my dad's dog. I'm a very active person, so I love to play outside and go for walks. I work as a teaching assistant full time and school gets out at 2:15 so I have plenty of time in the afternoon most days and could always take time off if needed for a long weekend. Plus school breaks I have plenty of time. I live in an apartment that has small dog parks outside. I'm very comfortable with letting dogs out in fenced in areas and taking them on leash for walks.
“We left our dog and two cats home for the weekend and Ashley took great care of them! We really appreciated that she did a meet and greet with us prior to the scheduled weekend. We got the chance to show her around the pet stuff in the house and she could meet the pets. We enjoyed getting photo & info updates about each of her visits during the day. Definitely would recommend Ashley!”
“Skylar was wonderful! Very professional and communicative. Spent a ton of time with our pups and sent thorough updates and pictures. Came home to happy and healthy dogs. Would highly recommend.”
About: Just an introverted book lover that loves to work with animals :) I have worked with/had pets of my own for almost my whole life. I have fed, walked, played with and bathed animals of all different breeds and sizes. I have experience administering medication and am very adaptable with whatever your needs are. They are part of our family after all! I have a rotating schedule with my full time job, so I have lots of availability with anywhere between five and thirteen days off in a row. Communication is key. I always send updates with everything that is happening. Arrival/departure, updates, changes in pet behavior, pictures etc. Any home I go into I treat just as if it were my own. Security, cleanliness and punctuality are vital.
About: I know how hard it can be to find reliable and trustworthy pet care. I will always be intentional with the care I provide and will never hesitate to go above and beyond as I would want for my pets. I work full-time from home. I have overnight, morning, evening, and weekend availability. I can also work from anywhere, so I would be happy to work remotely in your home to spend extra time with your pets. I have a large fenced in yard that is empty minus a secured shed. We also have a mostly empty dining room for extra space and we allow all pets on all furniture.
About: I’ve grown up with dogs and have helped care for family and friends’ pets. I’ve dog-sat a few times and truly enjoy spending time with animals. I’m also a Criminal Justice student at OCC and interested in K9 training, so this work is something I’m passionate about and excited to grow in. I usually work from 4pm–7pm Tuesday through Friday, so I’m available for pet care in the mornings, early afternoons, and all day on the weekends! Even though I don’t currently have pets, I’ve had them most of my life and know how important it is to keep them safe, happy, and cared for. I’m calm, patient, and always pay attention to what animals need. Whether it’s following a feeding routine or giving them space to adjust, I’ll treat your pet like family.
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Jamie E.Star Sitter
“The care and detailed information about how our cat was doing. Jamie takes the time and care to get to know our cat making her more comfortable while away. Thank you!”
Margaret P.Star Sitter
“Margaret was very kind and attuned with my 2 corgis. They absolutely loved her and would cry around the time she’d arrive because they were so excited to go on a walk with her. Will definitely be using Margaret’s services again!!”
Alison & Robert K.Star Sitter
“I have a malamute and she is extremely friend! I am glad we had them coming over to see my dog. She loved them and I highly recommend it. I had an emergency and they could come to take care of her. 100% !!!”
Adriana B.Star Sitter
“Adriana came through for our two dogs and cat once again, with two drop-in visits this week. She is consistently reliable and always sends us updates with pet photos from her visits.”
Karlie H.
“Karlie is amazing! I felt so comfortable and confident that I was leaving my cat Cleo in excellent and caring hands. ☺️ She cared for Cleo so well, and the updates were so fun to get while I was out of town. Thank you!!!”
Hannah M.Star Sitter
“Hannah was excellent with my older cat! She was very calm and patient with my cat (Suzy) and Suzy was very comfortable with her! I’ll absolutely try to book with Hannah again if she is available!”
Quinn T.
“Quinn is great with my older cat, Suzy! She was very patient and kind regarding the unique needs for my pet and she always spent a little more time than what was required to make sure everything was taken care of and to play with Suzy as well. Will definitely try to book with her whenever I can in the future!”
Amanda L.
“Amanda was awesome & took good care of my bunny Scottie! She was very thoughtful in updating me and I could tell my Scottie had come to trust her over the week of her drop in visits.”
Brenda F.
“Brenda has babysat my two dogs and cat many times and has done an excellent job. She always sends me pictures and make sure I know my dogs are doing good :). Brenda is a great choice for any cat or dog owner!”
Jadyne M.
“Jadyne is an absolutely amazing and very considerate pet sitter! I went out of town to visit family for over 2 weeks, and she was fantastic with coming in daily to check up on my cats. She stayed for a few hours at a time every day to check up on their automatic food and water feeders, as well as clean up their litterbox. I was especially appreciative of her attention to detail with the litterbox, since one of my cats is quite picky with the litterbox setup. Jadyne was able to accommodate her pickiness with no issues, which gave me enormous peace of mind on my trip! I was also grateful that Jadyne was willing to stay for a little bit during each visit to spend time with my cats and play with them so they wouldn't get too lonely. She frequently sent photos and videos so I knew they were doing okay, and communication was a breeze.”
aliza h.
“Aliza is exceedingly respectful, caring, and responsible, and would make an excellent fit as a rover employee. A proud pet owner herself, Aliza knows how important a pet can be, and would assure a safe and positive experience for every individual who trusts her with their pet. In addition to her already stellar work ethic, Aliza has experience in the animal care industry and will be able to put that prior knowledge to use.”
Cammie M.Star Sitter
“Chloe is an elder cat with some special needs, but Cammie was very kind and caring with her issues. I would recommend her to anyone with an older cat.”
Amber M.
“Best sitter you could ask for in the area! Responsive and will treat your pets like her own. Would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who will take care of their babies with the most love and attention as possible!”
Margaret M.
“Maggie is my dog’s favorite person in the world! She is so good with him and when he hears her name, he gets very excited. Maggie’s background as an educator really comes through in terms of her compassion and care. I highly recommend Maggie.”
Ashley B.
“We left our dog and two cats home for the weekend and Ashley took great care of them! We really appreciated that she did a meet and greet with us prior to the scheduled weekend. We got the chance to show her around the pet stuff in the house and she could meet the pets. We enjoyed getting photo & info updates about each of her visits during the day. Definitely would recommend Ashley!”
Skyler S.
“Skylar was wonderful! Very professional and communicative. Spent a ton of time with our pups and sent thorough updates and pictures. Came home to happy and healthy dogs. Would highly recommend.”
Susanna C.
“Susanna has watched my dog Ramsey multiple times and he's always been returned to me happy and healthy. She is reliable and communicative, and will make sure your pet gets taken care of and totally loved on while you're away! Highly recommend!”
Alyssa P.Star Sitter
“I highly recommend Alyssa. She has been so amazing for Bailey during my school year work schedule and is super reliable! Thanks so much Alyssa!!”
Macie D.
“Macie is one of the greatest sitters ever! She loves each dog like they’re her own and cares for them deeply. I never have to worry about her when she watched my dogs!”
Harley D.
About: I’ve grown up with dogs and have helped care for family and friends’ pets. I’ve dog-sat a few times and truly enjoy spending time with animals. I’m also a Criminal Justice student at OCC and interested in K9 training, so this work is something I’m passionate about and excited to grow in. I usually work from 4pm–7pm Tuesday through Friday, so I’m available for pet care in the mornings, early afternoons, and all day on the weekends! Even though I don’t currently have pets, I’ve had them most of my life and know how important it is to keep them safe, happy, and cared for. I’m calm, patient, and always pay attention to what animals need. Whether it’s following a feeding routine or giving them space to adjust, I’ll treat your pet like family.
South Valley pet parents share their Rover experiences
This was my first time working with Moriah and she did a great job with the cats! She set up a meet and greet beforehand which I prefer, met both cats, and took notes on how to care for them. I enjoyed her updates and she sent some videos along with pictures of how they were doing!
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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 South Valley.
Rover makes it easy to find South Valley 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.
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