Pet Sitting in Southside
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1. Alexis S.

“Alexis was prompt, on time, sent multiple pictures checking in, & even cleaned up after my cats after they broke one of my vases!! She gave my cats love & cuddles. I am so appreciative of her checking in on my babies while gone & will be booking her again!”


2. Shelby L.

“Shelby goes above and beyond for our two elder large breed pups. I truly am appreciative of finding her through Rover. I’ve loved all of my Rover sitters along the way.”


3. Kelly C.
“Kelly has been my petsitter for many years. She takes care of my multiple dogs, who are not easy to care for. Some have special needs. I foster for two rescues and have had over 140 foster dogs. Kelly has helped petsit with most of these. Kelly follows my (very) explicit instructions and even will come over on a moment's notice to feed or let out when I am stuck at work and can't get home at my regular time. Kelly has been my right-hand for years, and I highly recommend her!”


4. Kealey F.

“Great service....will definitely hire her against!”


5. Dustin K.
About: I live on a farm, have 1 border collie named Maximus who is 12yrs old, 1 Catahoula Mrs. Katniss that’s 10months and train dogs as well. I have a 115 acre farm area where your pet can run and play! Awesome place for a dog and Max/Kat loves visitors. They can run around, play, throw rope, whatever your pet enjoys. If your pet likes to be active I certainly have the area for it! Your pet and I go on daily walks and daily awesome adventures. If needed I have GARMIN tracking collars to place on dogs that may venture away during adventures, just let me know and I’d be more than happy to let your furry friend borrow one of mine! It will have an awesome time and I’ll send daily photos of our cool trips to your cell phone. I will be the only person handling and taking care of your baby. Pets staying 7+ days will also get to enjoy basic obedience training a few times a day. Our goal is to send pets home better than they left. We pride ourselves in running a very clean and professional facility where your furry family members is family to us! *please note, we do understand that we may be more costly than other boarders on ROVER. However, we stand by the fact that you get what you pay for. Please consider that a professional trainer will be with your pet 24/7 while in my care* We are here to provide great customer service and care for pets, not engage in a price war. I work from home, train dogs, and will be with them 24/7. Your dog will receive continuous love from me and my wife. It’s a great environment. If your dog stays inside at your house it’s inside at mine. I can keep them in a kennel in the living room with my other 2 dogs.


6. Brooke M.

“Brooke understood Jazzy, she was on time, communicative, and took lots of pictures. We will use her again! Thanks for loving Jazzy!”


7. Lilly B.

“Lilly is always so flexible with us and our ever changing schedule! She’s wonderful with Nova and Nova looks forward to seeing her!”


8. Eric H.
About: 5+ years experience operating my own pet care service with over 25 regular weekly/monthly clients. I provide dog walking and drop in visits for both dogs and cats. While my pet care service started as supplemental side income, it has now grown into my primary source of income. As such, my time and availability is now prioritized for taking care of your pets. For drop in visits I will provide whatever routine your pet is most familiar with. I never force or rush the interaction beyond what your pet is comfortable with. I let them set the pace and allow my patience to incrementally navigate our progress.


9. Jean C.

“Jean did an amazing job at caring for my pets. He sent several pictures each day of them all. This is the first time I’ve let someone else care for my pets and will definitely be booking him again in the future!”


10. Kiri W.

“Kiri was very nice, stopped by for a meet and greet before the dates she was to come for drop-ins. She kept me updated, and my dog seemed happy and good to go when we got back. Thanks! ?”


11. Asia E.
“Asia worked with both my dogs for over 2 years. She was always on time, respectful, thorough, and sweet. She's also clearly in control on the walk, keeping the dog right at her side. A natural with them, my pups adored her too. She's also stayed in my home and I trust her implicitly. She's a great choice and won't disappoint!! We miss her already!!”




12. Robin B.


“Loved the feedback and photos at every check in and I could relax better knowing there was someone looking in on my babies who cared and truly too there time to ensure they were comfortable. Thank you!!! Will definitely use Robin again when we go out of town.”


13. Teri N.
“Teri is wonderful with animals. She is genuinely loving and caring and has experience working with and trainings dogs. I would recommend her to anyone that wants their dogs to have fun and be well taken care of.”


14. Mary B.
About: Not only have I been around and lived with dogs and cats my whole life, but I have at least 8 years experience. The first 3 or 4 years were under supervision of a parent. Then, once I was old enough, I started pet sitting on my own! I am an animal lover, and always make sure the fur babies have everything they need! I am a full time sophomore at Jacksonville State University. Outside of classes and studying, I have a good availability for pet-sitting! My calender keeps me in check when I have something to do, so I can guarantee that you can count on me! I care for my pets at home or client’s houses by doing what any pet parent should. Making sure that the animals have enough food and water are a must. Aside from food and water, spending quality play time with them and allowing several potty breaks are just as important! It’s a lot to take care of a pet, but no job is too big!


15. Denicki M.
About: I love being with animals and worked with my grandmother when I was younger rehabbing animals from the local vet. I’ve had dogs of all ages and love going on long walks and playing with them. I’m available 7 days a week, and able to stay overnight with your pups/cats as needed. I have an open schedule so I can come out at any time. I can’t offer care in my own home, however I can work with animals within your home and can offer whatever services you need whether it’s walking, checking in, playing or anything else.


16. Paige D.
About: I’ve been around animals since I was a child. I enjoy being around animals and making them happy by feeding, walking, playing, or comforting them. I have a part-time job throughout the week. I do have wiggle room to open more days but as of now, I am available every Monday, Friday, and Sunday early mornings-4pm for walks, playtime, or sitting. I have one dog and one cat that stays inside my home. I am a careful and loving caretaker. I do my part to make sure my pets are safe as well as your own. They have plenty of space to run around. I will treat your home and pets with the same level of care and respect, plus more!


17. Meghan B.

“We used Meghan for the first time last weekend. She was prompt and very good with the pups. We will definitely use her again.”


18. Ainsley B.
“Ainsley is a responsible and very caring pet lover. Ainsley is wonderful with all pets and anyone could feel comfort in knowing that she is taking good care of their family members.”




19. Tammy S.
“Tammy stayed at my home and took care of my 2 dogs and 1 cat for almost 2 weeks recently. She is a very trustworthy person and I would trust her with anything. Besides feeding and taking care of them, she trained them from jumping up on people when they come in my home. That was wonderful that she did that for me.”


20. Ray L.
About: I have never not had a dog or cat in my house. I worked at an animal shelter for a year. Will gladly feed, bathe, and love on dogs or cats of all shapes and sizes. I work Monday-Friday from 8 am - 5 pm, but I take my lunches at 12 pm to walk and feed my animals at home. I always have weekends off. If you need any other information about my schedule, just ask, and I will gladly let you know. <3 I will gladly do almost any service in your home for your animals. As long as I am left a list of tasks, I will let you know what I am comfortable and uncomfortable with doing.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Southside on Rover as of May 2025 was about $19 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 May 2025, there are 16 pet sitters in Southside. 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, 85% of Southside pet sitters respond in under an hour.
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 Southside.
Rover makes it easy to find Southside 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 16 pet sitters in Southside on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened 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.
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.
