Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Southgate, Hayward, CA
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1. Katie S.
“Katie was awesome with my fur baby, I was very happy with the care and attentiveness she took! I will definitely book with her again for future trips!”
2. Nilab A.
“Nilab made this vacation stress free for me!! I was worried about my cat being left alone for a few days and Nilab was able to give me peace of mind knowing that my cat would be taken care of while I was away. The meet and greet process went smoothly and Nilab gave me real time updates about my cats care while she was doing the drop in visits and sent pictures! Thank you so much. I will be rebooking the next time I need drop in visits!”
3. Dani F.
“Dani was amazing with our cats. She sent daily updates with details and many pictures which we found really helpful. We absolutely would work with Dani again for our future trips.”
4. Natalia T.
“Natalia was very easy to work with! She offered a meet-and-greet before our trip and checked in when she had concerns about our dog’s upset tummies. I definitely will book with her again.”
5. Eric D.
“Eric was very thorough and caring with drop-in visits for our cat. He followed all instructions closely, even going above and beyond to water our plants one day, and he was respectful of our home. We would highly recommend Eric for drop-in visits.”
6. Francis M.
“Francis is a patient and sensitive person with lots of positive experience caring for pets. He worked in a kennel and was a star employee there, in addition to caring for the family pets. He’s definitely trustworthy with animals.”
7. America L.
“America is a reliable and responsible person. She loves animals and always cares for them thoughtfully. She communicates well and always updates in a timely manner. I’d highly recommend America to care for your pets!”
8. Haley C.
“Haley has babysat both my kids & my dog & cats! She is just AMAZING! She is so attentive & patient to their needs. There are just not enough words to describe how thankful I am to have her in my life. She has a heart of gold & will be a gem to anyone’s family lucky enough!”
9. Kieu T.
“Our cat loves Kieu. Kieu is super knowledgeable about pet care and took great care of our cat.”
10. Christina & Nathan C.
“Christina is a wonderful dogsitter. She boarded my elderly dog for one week while I was away. Gave me updates with his eating, play time, and walks. She is communicative, friendly, and made sure my dog was well cared for. Highly recommend her to anyone needing dog care in the Bay Area. Nathan R.”
11. Taylor B.
“Taylor is the most dedicated person i know when it comes to caring for animals and pets. She's worked with dogs for over 10 years, now the supervisor at a dog boarding facility. She's excellent in reading body language and accommodating the dogs under her care, great with administering medicines and an amazing playmate for the dogs!!! She's an amazing care provider and would be a great fit for working with any pup!!”
12. Rawnna H.
“Rawnna is awesome! She took care of our three cats for two weeks, and they seem so happy and well-taken care of! She was totally understanding of my anxiety about having a new person in my house, and sent the best photos of them playing every day. She did a great job and I would definitely hire her again.”
13. Supriya L.
“Supriya did fantastic. We have total peace in mind knowing she was there and everything was well taken care of. Thanks for checking everything like his litter box, food, health, etc. We appreciate you looking after our little angel baby and sending us the most adorable photos. We will definitely be in contact again for future trips!!!”
14. Alex H.
“Alex has been a wonderful care taker for my dogs, cats and chickens. My dogs love staying with him. I trust him and I really like the way he can also trains my dog. I definitely recommend Alex to care and supervise your fur babies.”
15. sara m.
“Sara has watched my 4 dogs for almost a decade. My dogs are very high maintenance and can be aggressive, but Sara is able to handle them and has built a close bond with all of them. Being that she is a technician and has many years under her belt working at an emergency hospital makes Sara the perfect pet sitter and dog walker.”
16. Elena A.
“It's a relief to have found a reliable person like Elena to take care of my cat while I'm away. She was kind, responsive, and great with Luna.”
17. Meilani M.
About: Growing up with a bunch of puppies as a kid, handling pets is no problem. I’ve been taking care of my family and friends dogs and cats since I was 12 years old and I’ve enjoyed every minute of it. I’m currently working a part time job so I would be available for care after 2pm Monday - Friday. On the weekends I’m available any time ( mornings , afternoons and evenings ) Caring for pets in my home I have a huge gate code as well as grass/park area for the pets to be comfortable to get fresh air. I as well have a play pin and cage in my home. For clients home I have leashes, on the go cage and as well a bag full of treats.
18. Lorena R.
About: I am a huge dog lover and I love to cuddle up with the dogs. They know I am a dog lover as soon as they see me. I have had a dog for 17 years of my life. I treated her as if she was my own daughter. I love playing with the dogs and going for walks, and hikes. I also like to cuddle with them while I watch a movie. Some things that I like is that I treat all dogs like if they were my own. I love to teach the dogs tricks for fun. I have looked over some of my friends dogs and they had a great time with me. I also like give the dogs lots of love. Dogs love me. They feel like they are on vacation with me. I enjoy spending time with them. Best therapy ever I love dogs because I have a fenced backyard. I enjoy taking them for hikes and on walks totally love to snuggle and watch movies. Dogs are my best friend.
19. Shaylene F.
About: Dog lover and owner for 30 years. Myself and Ziggy would like to offer a welcoming home and playmate for your fur baby while you’re away! Big patio and two parks just a block away for long walks. I have been a dog owner and lover for most of my life and will treat your baby as if they’re my own. I am semi-retired and have a very free schedule to take several walks a day around the neighborhood and park, lots of playtime and snuggles with your fur baby I will build a great friendship with your pooch and him/her like my own. I am a responsible dog lover and look forward to having your fur baby in my home.
20. Alex K.
“Alex was fantastic! Alex was very friendly and courteous right from the beginning. When it came to caring for my pups, Alex treated them with the same friendliness. Alex is also very trustworthy. I have motion sensors and security cameras around my house and always got alerts when I expected Alex to be there. My dogs clearly loved Alex too! I even got pictures and videos while I was away! Alex will definitely be my go to pet sitter from now on! :)”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Southgate on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $30 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.
As of Jul 2024, there are 1,423 pet sitters in Southgate. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 82% of Southgate pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Southgate have an average of 12 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Southgate.
Rover makes it easy to find Southgate 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
There are 1,423 pet sitters in Southgate on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Southgate, 95% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 90% offer medication administration, and 89% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
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.
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