Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Southside

“Leann was a wonderful caretaker for my pup! She took excellent care, helped him take his medication, and made sure he got plenty of outside time. We got daily pictures to help put us at ease. She even gave love to our cat and brought in our packages without being asked! Highly recommend!”

Jordan S.

“Kristen takes really good care of my puppy Milo and even makes sure to take him out again after playing knowing that he might have to pee.”

Ryan C.

“Jennie goes above and beyond to give our pets love and attention!! She is super reliable and a great communicator, very easy to work with. She makes the whole process so easy, highly recommend!”

Alex H.

“Heather showed up ready to work with our sweet cats. She went above and beyond and eased my mind by asking good questions that I hadn’t even thought of! She sent photos and reassured us our little fella took his medication. We’re very grateful for your help, Heather, especially on such short notice. Thank you! Tabitha and Andrew”

Tabitha S.

“I can't reccomend Taylor enough! She took such good care of my cats and lizard while we were on vacation for a week. We have a very shy and standoffish cat and it was clear to me that Taylor made them all feel so safe and comfortable based on how willing the cats were to let her snap pics of them every day - shes a great photographer too! Great communication, punctual, flexible (thank you again for feeding and keeping an eye on our bearded dragon!), and just all around a wonderful sitter who we will absolutely be booking with again. I would trust her in my home and with my pets any day. Thank you Taylor!”

Mara B.

“Victoria was great at sending pictures and making sure everything was taken care of for my cats! She even found the anti-social one under the bed a couple of times. Would definitely use her again!”

Hannah G.

“Paige was great! She took great care of my Figaro while I was away. I got pictures and video and she spent quite a bit of time with my shy boy! I definitely recommend and would use again!”

Ashley V.

“Rachel was absolutely wonderful with my 3 month old puppy, Olive! She came to our home twice on Tuesday for an hour long visit each time, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Rachel was incredibly attentive—she took Olive outside, spent lots of time playing with her, and even worked on teaching her new commands. It was clear that Rachel truly loves animals and took amazing care of my sweet girl. Olive had a great time and got both the exercise and mental stimulation she needed. I would absolutely recommend Rachel to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, kind, and great with dogs!”

Haley W.

“Jessica has been wonderful! We were looking for someone because our regular pet sitter is on vacation, and we’ve really appreciated what Jessica has done. We may actually end up switching to her because she spends so much time with our dogs. She’s communicated, sent photos, and updated us on what’s going on. She checks in as she arrives and checks out when she leaves. Very much appreciate the great work she’s doing!”

Sara Marie B.

“Abby is a superior dog sitter. I have 4 special needs yorkies & Havanese and Abby had to medicate, feed special food and provide lots of attention even carrying a dog downstairs to go to the bathroom. Abby is proactive, attentive & cleans everything so effectively!! Highly recommend!”

Melanie L.

“Vanessa did a great job taking care of my cat Lucy while I was away for a few days. I appreciated the pictures she sent during her visits. I would recommend her to other pet parents.”

Rashell E.

About: Hi! I’m Tracy — a lifelong animal lover with a Masters and PhD in environmental policy from The Ohio State University. My background reflects how deeply I care about the well-being of all creatures, great and small. Caring for pets isn’t a side gig for me; it’s something that’s been part of my life since childhood. I grew up with three wonderful dogs of various sizes, and as an adult I’ve had a large dog of my own, two small dogs, and a cat. One of my pups was adopted from a shelter, two came to me from foster parents, and my cat was a stray who chose our home — so I’m very comfortable with pets who have unique personalities, histories, or special needs. I’m gentle, patient, and very responsible. Whether your pet needs a long walk, calm companionship, or lots of playtime, I tailor my care to make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved. You can expect great communication, attention to detail, and a genuine love for your furry family member. I would be honored to earn your trust and care for your pets like they’re my own. 💛🐶🐾 I'm currently a home-maker, so I have a very flexible schedule to take care of your pet's needs. I have openings 7 days a week, mornings, afternoons and evenings. I prefer to come to your home to tend to your pet. I do have a fenced in yard for my dogs, but my terrier mix can be a little bossy. I'm always open to having your pet meet my terrier though if you'd like your fur baby to stay for a visit at our house.

“McCall has watched my cats twice during recent trips and does an excellent job taking care of them, sending photos, and checking in. She has great communication skills and my cats love her!”

Natalia J.

“Alysa did a wonderful job taking care of my 18 day old kitten! I am so thankful to have someone who showed up early and took excellent care of my little guy!!! I will definitely request Alysa for any future pet care needs.”

Lorinda R.

About: I started caring for dogs over 10 years ago after college, and after moving to Columbus a few years ago, I recently decided to start doing it locally again because it’s something I’ve genuinely always enjoyed and taken pride in. I love taking the time to understand each dog individually, including learning about different breeds, temperaments, and behaviors through my own research and hands-on experience. I genuinely find dogs fascinating and enjoy understanding the nuances of how they think, communicate, and interact. That understanding helps me provide calm, attentive, and personalized care for every dog I work with. Over the years I’ve cared for everything from energetic pups to senior dogs with special needs, including my own deaf Dogo Argentino, who taught me a lot about patience, awareness, and communication. I live in German Village and I'm available throughout the week, so I’m flexible for walks and drop-ins. I’m regularly home or out walking the neighborhood, which makes it easy for me to be consistently available and responsive with to your dogs needs. I do bartend Friday and Saturday evenings, so I have limited availability during those times, but I’m otherwise very open and easy to coordinate with during the week. Safe, attentive walks and check-ins where your dog’s wellbeing is my top priority. I respect every home I enter and care for every pet as if they were my own. At the core of my practice is learning as much as I can about dogs, so taking the time to understand each dog's specific needs is my goal.

“Ellen is absolutely amazing with our puppy! So loving.”

Alexander S.

“Maggie was excellent with my cat who can be a bit shy with new people. Quick, clear communication. Will definitely have Maggie care for my girl again! :)”

Jacque N.

“Merri was so fantastic to coordinate and communicate with, and I'm sure Yuka loved her visits because he got to go outside! Merri is trustworthy and I appreciate the effort into doing a meet and greet to familiarize herself with Yuka.”

Rose D.

About: I’ve been raised with animals my whole life! I have had various cats, fish, dogs and, even a hedgehog over the years. I was also responsible for walking the two family dogs. I’ve pet sat several times for family friends in the past. I love cats and dogs, (of any size) and have true compassion for any animal I meet, as if they were my own pet. Let me know if you have any questions! I work Monday-Friday, 9-5. I am flexible to stop by early mornings, after work, and on the weekends! I’m happy to work with you to determine the best schedule that fits your pets needs. If I am in your home to complete a service the utmost caution would be exercised to respect your space while caring for your furry friend!

About: I've spent over a decade caring for pets professionally across Chicago and Columbus, and honestly, it's one of my favorite things I do. Dogs, cats, big personalities, shy ones, seniors, and pets with medical needs- I've cared for them all, and I bring the same level of attention and consistency to every single visit. As a pet owner myself, I know what it actually feels like to hand your animal over to someone and hope for the best. That's why I communicate proactively, follow your care instructions closely, and treat every pet like they're my own, because I genuinely understand the trust that takes. I offer walks and drop-ins for dogs, and drop-in visits plus harness walks for leash-trained cats. I'm experienced with medications, medical care, mobility challenges, and special needs pets of all kinds. If your pet has a specific routine or requires extra attention, that's not a complication for me — it's just part of the job. I always love a meet-and-greet before the first visit so your pet can see a familiar face on day one. Feel free to reach out with any questions before booking, I'm happy to chat! I'm currently taking a sabbatical from my full-time work to do some personal rearranging in my life. I've always loved animals more than people, so I wanted to get back into caring for other folks fur babies while on my break. Because of this, I have open availability! For me, pet care is like its own personal therapy. I care for my client's pets the same way I care for mine- with undivided attention, structured routine, and love. I want to make sure YOU are comfortable leaving your pet with me, so however you need that environment to look like. I love over communication and detailed care instructions- anything to make you feel that your baby is in safe, capable hands.