Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in South Westside, Olympia, WA
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“Xiuyuan never fails me. She is always courteous. Does great with my animals and communicates consistently allowing me to ease any worries I may have. Thank you again. Second time booking. Will be booking again! Take care and thank you.”


“Savannah is awesome at communicating. I work a busy schedule and had to communicate with her about an emergency regarding my pups and she was super responsive and came up with solutions to help us the most helpful ways. Great sitter. Definitely recommend.”


“Deidre was fantastic. We were very anxious leaving our older chihuahua and standard poodle alone all day since they’ve become accustomed to being no more than 5 feet away from us since working from home the last 6 years. As soon as we met Deidre for the meet and greet we were put at ease. She’s has a calm, grounded presence that not only the dogs but even our scaredy cats responded too. She came by for three visits and sent full updates and many photos. We cannot recommend her highly enough.”



“Ari did a great job with my two goldens. He is very responsible in communicating with me. The dogs took to him immediately! I will definitely ask him to help out again!”


“Melanie did a great job taking care of my very unfriendly cat Daisy! She sent lots of pictures & updates, which I enjoyed getting. Melanie brought my mail in & took my garbage out to the curb for pick up too. She went above & beyond! I am so happy to have found her to take care of Daisy when I am gone!”


“Ashley was a great sitter for the two cats. I appreciated the updates and lots of cute photos. She fed them per our specific instructions and kept their litter boxes and water bowls clean and fresh. Thank you for taking care of our little guys!”



“Jerrie wad the best. Always attentive to Mike's needs as well as keeping me updated with pics and messages of how things were going. I have recommended her to my friends and family.”


“Lizzy was great with our dogs and kept us updated the whole trip with photos and messages letting us know how they were doing! I highly recommend her and will definitely be booking with her in the future”


“Helena did a wonderful job taking care of my two cats. She is dedicated to making sure all aspects of their needs are met and she goes the extra mile. I especially appreciate the time she spent getting to know both of them. I have a very shy one and she was able to interact with him much more than I expected. She is also a great communicator. I definitely recommend her!”


About: * summer is here and I still have a few openings left so book asap! Also... I know it seems too early and sunny to think about the holidays, but I usually book up months in advance so reach out, even if you don't have exact travel plans, but know you'll need pet care. I currently have Labor Day already booked, but mid November - New Years is pretty much open, except one booking in Dec. Check my updated calendar. My dog care experience spans all ages and breeds. I know puppies are more work, but I enjoy working with them on leash and obedience training to maintain good habits while their people are away. I have experience with giving daily medications and have cared for senior dogs, one who needed daily blood sugar testing and insulin shots. I live mobile between pet sitting gigs staying with friends and family from Marysville to Olympia. I started pet sitting for clients when I was house cleaning during the time I was in grad school. Because I was already working in their homes and had biweekly interactions with their pets, it was an easy transition to pet care. It was also during this time that a couple of professors inquired about pet sitting. I was a backup for one of thier regular sitters and the other, I'm still their regular sitter 7+ years later. I care for your pets the same way you would. They like to sleep in the bed with me? Cool. They need extra outside play time or walks to keep their anxiety low because you're gone? Done. I am very intuitive to reading their energy and do everything I can to meet their needs. Do you have some anxiety about being away and want pictures daily? Got it covered. My experience with house cleaning also menas I take care of the spaces I am staying so I am happy to water house plants and take care of gardens if needed.

About: I have taken care of pups of all ages (from puppies to seniors) as well as sizes! I love going on walks short or long, playing, as well as cuddles! I have taken care of pups who require a high level of consistency in their routines and do my best to attune to those needs as reliably as possible, working with and directly communicating with pet parents (as desired). I do dog walking, drop-in visits, as well as overnight stays. I have a lot of flexibility in my schedule for day time drop-in visits for play time, feeding, as well as walks of varying lengths and time (rain or shine)! I am incredibly respectful of anyone's home that I enter and leave the space as clean as when I entered. I am really intentional about making sure my time with your animal baby is thoughtful, reliable, caring, and safe. Consistency in routine and safety are two values to animal care that I hold.

“Lauren is a fantastic pet sitter. She was great with our elderly cat (Stan loved her!), gave through updates and was patient with us as we can be worrisome pet parents when it comes to our old man Stan. Already hoping to work with Lauren for our future needs.”


About: Throughout my life, I have been very fortunate to grow up with animals. I currently have two boy cats that are a year old. They are my partners in crime. When I had a dog I spent time taking him to agility courses and dog parks. With my passion for animals, I have had the opportunity to watch other pets as well. I have sat for cats as well as dogs. In these past situations, I made sure to ask what the animal's needs are. When watching one of my client's dogs who has special needs. She had disabled back legs and needed extra assistants while watching her, such as walking slow and caring her up and downstairs. Even with her disability, she is full of love! :) Every animal has its own personality just like people. I can't wait to meet your pet and spread the love with them! Thank you! I am currently unemployed because I just graduated college. I am looking for a job but while I wait I would love to have more animals in my life! I have house and animal sat for many years. I am a great listener and great at asking questions making sure everyone involved is happy and comfortable with me in their home with their animals. I am used to adapting to new rules and homes.

About: I’ve taken care of my friend’s pets for a bit now. I love taking them on walks, give them food, play with them and give them lots of love and attention. I had some experience with puppies and older dogs. Pet care fits well into my daily and weekly routine. I'm currently working part-time as a caregiver for my father, which allows me to maintain a flexible schedule. I’m confident I can easily accommodate your pet’s needs and routines, whether that’s daily walks, feedings, or any special care required. While I’m currently unable to host pets in my own home, I take great care in ensuring your pet feels safe and comfortable in their familiar environment. I’m happy to meet with you beforehand so you can get to know me and feel confident about entrusting me with your pet—especially for overnight stays or extended care. I treat every pet like family, following their routine closely and always prioritizing their well-being.
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Xiuyuan M.Star Sitter

“Xiuyuan never fails me. She is always courteous. Does great with my animals and communicates consistently allowing me to ease any worries I may have. Thank you again. Second time booking. Will be booking again! Take care and thank you.”


Savannah D.Star Sitter

“Savannah is awesome at communicating. I work a busy schedule and had to communicate with her about an emergency regarding my pups and she was super responsive and came up with solutions to help us the most helpful ways. Great sitter. Definitely recommend.”


Deidre H.Star Sitter

“Deidre was fantastic. We were very anxious leaving our older chihuahua and standard poodle alone all day since they’ve become accustomed to being no more than 5 feet away from us since working from home the last 6 years. As soon as we met Deidre for the meet and greet we were put at ease. She’s has a calm, grounded presence that not only the dogs but even our scaredy cats responded too. She came by for three visits and sent full updates and many photos. We cannot recommend her highly enough.”


Nicholas H.Star Sitter

“Thank you Nicholas for always doing a great job! It’s nice to feel secure that everything will be fine with Bella while we’re gone. Happy Holidays man!”


Alexa E.

“We love Alexa! She’s so on top of it!!”




Ari D.Star Sitter

“Ari did a great job with my two goldens. He is very responsible in communicating with me. The dogs took to him immediately! I will definitely ask him to help out again!”


Melanie K.

“Melanie did a great job taking care of my very unfriendly cat Daisy! She sent lots of pictures & updates, which I enjoyed getting. Melanie brought my mail in & took my garbage out to the curb for pick up too. She went above & beyond! I am so happy to have found her to take care of Daisy when I am gone!”


Ashley Elizabeth R.

“Ashley was a great sitter for the two cats. I appreciated the updates and lots of cute photos. She fed them per our specific instructions and kept their litter boxes and water bowls clean and fresh. Thank you for taking care of our little guys!”


Becky D.Star Sitter

“Becky is a gem! We are so happy to have found her! She took great care of our little dog who isn’t aging all that gracefully. Highly recommend!”


Robin S.

“Everything was absolutely perfect just got to have a friend over for dinner and some fun around the Christmas tree and Robin left the place perfect”


Jeffrey R.Star Sitter

“Great communication, super kind and good with Finny boy! So glad to have found him, my mom was nervous about the process but he made it very easy”




Jerrie P.

“Jerrie wad the best. Always attentive to Mike's needs as well as keeping me updated with pics and messages of how things were going. I have recommended her to my friends and family.”


Lizzy E.

“Lizzy was great with our dogs and kept us updated the whole trip with photos and messages letting us know how they were doing! I highly recommend her and will definitely be booking with her in the future”


Helena S.Star Sitter

“Helena did a wonderful job taking care of my two cats. She is dedicated to making sure all aspects of their needs are met and she goes the extra mile. I especially appreciate the time she spent getting to know both of them. I have a very shy one and she was able to interact with him much more than I expected. She is also a great communicator. I definitely recommend her!”


Alison S.
“Alison has been my dog sitter for so long I don't know what I would do without her. She cares so much for each pup - and my pups are QUIRKY. She's patient, kind, sweet, and dedicated to being the best substitute dog mom when I can't be there. When my elderly dog needed extra special attention, she took it in stride. I highly recommend Alison to anyone who needs a pet sitter / dog walker / etc. She's the best!”


paige h.
“We are super thankful to have Paige pet sit for us. I have an older but energetic pomeranian/poodle mix and two small parrots (cockatiels). Paige is super patient, caring, and thoughtful with all three animals. The thought of leaving them makes me nervous, but I am always relieved when Paige is available to watch them. All animals get plenty of exercise, our pup gets lots of outside time, and Paige is super communicative the entire time.”


Lauren H.Star Sitter

“Lauren is a fantastic pet sitter. She was great with our elderly cat (Stan loved her!), gave through updates and was patient with us as we can be worrisome pet parents when it comes to our old man Stan. Already hoping to work with Lauren for our future needs.”


Bailey W.
“Bailey is a highly conscientious care-giver. I'm away quite a bit for my work and I have two elderly dogs who I love dearly. I wanted to find a dog sitter that would care for my pets as I would. Bailey, or "B" as I fondly call her, went above and beyond what I had experienced previously with other pet sitters to give love, walks and feedings to my dogs in a way that I had only hoped for. For the first time ever, upon arriving back home from my trip, my dogs were visibly happy, calm, and relaxed - no small feat for two long-haired mini-dachshunds! :) Bailey brought a bit of her own Zen to my home and I am forever appreciative for the love and care she continues to provide to my babies. Thanks, B.!”


Johanna C.
About: I’ve taken care of my friend’s pets for a bit now. I love taking them on walks, give them food, play with them and give them lots of love and attention. I had some experience with puppies and older dogs. Pet care fits well into my daily and weekly routine. I'm currently working part-time as a caregiver for my father, which allows me to maintain a flexible schedule. I’m confident I can easily accommodate your pet’s needs and routines, whether that’s daily walks, feedings, or any special care required. While I’m currently unable to host pets in my own home, I take great care in ensuring your pet feels safe and comfortable in their familiar environment. I’m happy to meet with you beforehand so you can get to know me and feel confident about entrusting me with your pet—especially for overnight stays or extended care. I treat every pet like family, following their routine closely and always prioritizing their well-being.


Jared C.

“Was on time, provided clear updates and accepted last min. Would recommend Jared for future jobs”
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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 Westside.
Rover makes it easy to find South Westside 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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