House Sitting In Southeast Columbus, Ohio
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Top rated Southeast house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Patty did a great job taking care of our senior kitty. She had clear communication, was very caring, and let us know when she arrived and left. She made sure he had good company the whole day.”
“Madie was awesome! Accommodated a last minute request and provided great communication the entire time I was away. Would definitely use her services again.”


“This is my first time with a pet sitter and Melanie is absolutely wonderful. She took the time to meet with me and the "kids" multiple times before actually sitting with my babies. She was punctual, kept me completely informed and updated every day and night with videos and pictures. Melanie was so communicative I never felt worried missing my babies. She took excellent care of them, including medication administration and many mess cleanups and laundering due to my senior dog. I could tell that Melanie truly loved my animals and they seemed comfortable with her. The house and my babies were visibly cared for upon our return from vacation. :) I will definitely use her again if she is willing.”

“She is so kind. I knew our boys were in caring hands. This was our first trip since Brady was diagnosed with pretty crippling arthritis. He requires twice a day meds and all the TLC. She communicated, sent pictures, and really reassured us that Brady was doing well. Would love to have her stay again!”

“Kam was such a blessing to us! She was caring and attentive and affectionate to my furry friends and went above and beyond for everyone even when she didn't have to. She booked with us last minute and put up with so many directions and last minute changes and surprises. I can't say enough about her. Thank you so much Kam. 🙏🙏🙏❤️”
“What can I say about Pat? She is amazing! Over the summer we needed to find someone to watch our dog at our place for two weeks in October. Not a small request trusting someone you don’t know. We asked to meet her prior to the booking and within minutes of meeting her, we knew she was the one. She is kind, personable, FUNNY and follows all the rules set forth by Rover and even our small requests. Our pup absolutely loves her as much as we do. We got updates, videos and photos every day which showed our little girl really enjoying herself not to mention looking relaxed. A relief for our minds being 1000s of miles away. After a long vacation, we returned to a house just as we left it, clean and tidy, with even a nice little note, flowers and candy welcoming us home on our kitchen counter. What a nice and sweet touch Pat! ❤️ For this review, when we needed someone for the day, there was no one else but Pat for us. She notified us when she arrived on time and got cute pics throughout the day during play and nap times. I hate to share the secret how great Pat is, we want her all to ourselves! She is now part of our pup family. We love her, you will too.”

“Always super helpful and nice when I book with her. This was a last minute booking and I’m so thankful she was available. My dog has crazy anxiety and compared to the first time and this one she took barely any time to get used to Kaelin.”

“Michelle was perfect. She was so sweet and loving. We had a meeting before hand to make sure she was comfortable with our crew and it went great you can tell she has a big heart for animals. Our kitty Callie has some special needs and hasn't been feeling great she was really understanding and accommodating. We will definitely use Michelle for our pets again!”

“Miriam did a fantastic job taking care of goose and Delta. She was reliable, on time, and fantastic with communication. Set my mind at ease while I was away! I would happily refer her to anyone who needs a dog or pet sitter and will definitely be using her again!”

“Best first experience ever! Dejon took excellent care of my Cookie. He even gave her the ear medication the ended up being a last minute thing. He took her for big walks and was very attentive to her!! He even sent me plenty of videos and pictures!!! Will definitely book again! Thank you Dejon for being amazing!”

“Kieran and Nicole are amazing!! They are so professional and caring - you don’t have to worry about a thing ! I have 3 dogs and a cat- everyone was cared for and loved ! I highly recommend them!”


About: I’ve had animals my entire life and bring both experience and genuine care to every pet I watch. I was raised on a farm surrounded by animals, and I’ve owned dogs for most of my life, including a small dog I cared for over 16 years. I currently have an 8-month-old Golden Retriever puppy, so I’m very comfortable with puppy energy, routines, and reinforcement of basic training. I work as a teacher Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4 PM. Because of this, I’m most available for pet care in the mornings, evenings, and overnight stays during the week. My schedule also allows for consistent availability on weekends, holidays, and school breaks, which gives me extra flexibility for walks, drop-ins, and extended care. When caring for pets, I prioritize maintaining their normal routines and making sure they receive plenty of attention, exercise, and companionship outside of my work hours.
“Gabby was absolutely wonderful! For an over protective dog mom and first time Rover user, I could not have picked a better sitter. Gabby was quick to respond, answered all my questions, met with my dogs and I prior to sitting and made the process so easy. She spent extra time loving on the dogs and sent a lot of update photos. Gabby treated my dogs as if they were her own. If I could give her a 10 star rating I would! We will definitely be booking with Gabby for all of our dog sitting needs! ?”


About: Hi! My name is Sue. I’m new to Rover, and still trying to grow my business, but not new to animals! My mother was truly an animal whisperer; animals were always drawn to her, and she to them. I'd like to believe I inherited that from her, as I, too, find myself very drawn to animals. As a child, my fondest memories were always with my dog, and now, as an adult, I find myself venturing toward Crazy Cat Lady territory. I've helped animals transition into old age, and have experience administering medications. I've also taken care of animals of friends over the years, both house sitting and drop-ins because I know how stressful it can be to find a pet sitter that you feel comfortable with. I am a semi-retired teacher, and now have my own business working from home, so I can work from anywhere! I can house sit for you without leaving your pets to go to work. I’m always home on the weekends to do drop-ins, dog walking or house sitting. I’m not a huge fan of the holidays, so I stay close to home. Definitely book me for your holiday travels! You know your pets better than anyone, and I'm here to make life as easy as I can for you while you're away from home and your pets. I will treat them as if they were my own. I believe that professionalism and communication are very important, and you will get both from me. If you work from home (or in-office), and are swamped, I can walk your dogs or come over and let them out for you. I remember very well the frequency with which dogs have to go out, and how that can be difficult with work schedules. My goal is to make things as simple and easy as possible for you and your pets' needs. I will care for your pets as if they were my own, and I promise to whisper to them! I do set my own schedule, so I can usually be flexible and move activities around and work something out that will work for you. I will do exactly as you instruct me. Your pet will get plenty of attention because loving animals is my specialty! I will keep your pet on the same schedule they're used to to avoid any undue stress.
“Kelly was nothing short of exceptional! She communicated regularly, seemed to genuinely enjoy my pup, and my apartment was in perfect shape upon returning home. I know Sullivan was in great hands and I will definitely be reaching out to Kelly again when I need another sitter!”

“Absolutely love! Olivia is the very best sitter we’ve ever had. She’s all in! Chloe loved being with Olivia. She took excellent care of Chloe. She fed and gave her medication and walked and played with Chloe. Will definitely book Olivia again!! Thanks for your great care!”

Southeast pet parents share their Rover experiences
This was our first time using the service and we must say we will use again. Selena took very great care of our three fur babies and home. She kept in touch and was quick with to respond when we checked on them. It’s nice knowing they were somewhere familiar with someone who cared. Will be a returning customer for sure.

Maddie stayed at our home overnight and took great care of our 3 bullies. From breakfast and dinner to cuddles and toys, she even helped us through a difficult situation during her stay. Really appreciate that she was here to care for our pups while we were away!!!

It was wonderful to be able to go visit family (some are allergic to dogs) and know that Mochi, CiCi and Nala were in good hands. Dajon did a wonderful job and the dogs loved him. He sent pictures which made us happy to see how happy the dogs were. Thank you Dajon!

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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Southeast.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Southeast house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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 house 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 house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.









