Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Southside, Louisville, KY
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“Tara was very knowledgeable and helpful with our first time using Rover and as first time new cat owners! She sent lots of pictures, was quick to communicate needs and updates, and was always available to respond when we had questions or other small requests. She made this process easy and gave us peace of mind. We will be booking with her in the future!”
“Ciara was great and easy to work with. She was able to accomodate me on short notice and sent picks of my pup. I would love to use her again.”
“Leslie was great! Came and met the dogs and me beforehand. Followed all of my wishes perfectly and even worked on Thanksgiving! I definitely recommend Leslie!”
“Sarah did an amazing job taking care of my fur baby! I never had any concerns while traveling and loved the check in photos. Very reliable and knowledgeable sitter!”
“Allison is top notch! I am not easily trusting with my girls and she blew it out of the park. She has great communication during her visit(s) and sends plenty of photos, alongside notes.”
“As always, I love working with Magdalena! She is so thorough and wonderful to work with. I have a senior cat and I know I can trust her to keep an eye on him and let me know if anything is amiss. Makes traveling with peace of mind so much easier and my cat sure loves her!”
“Racheal was great with our Sally and working with our changing needs. She made sure Sally was cared for and got her exercise. Will definitely call her when needed in the future.”
“Really grateful to Makenzie for stopping by to take care of my fur babies. She kept in contact with me to let me know what was going on, wrote notes on everything she did and gave my babies attention and fed them while I was out of town. She was nice enough to do a meet and greet before I left so I could make sure my big dog would be alright and he immediately wanted her attention when she walked in my door. Will 100% book with her again!”
“Great sitter! Took care of our cats really well! Would definitely book again!”
About: I treat my own two dogs like they are my children - I’m not even sure they realize they’re dogs anymore. I’ve traveled a lot for work and know how stressful it is to find a sitter when going out of town. I have four rescues and have fostered numerous others. I am currently a full-time graduate student in an online program, so looking to use my time to help others! I am currently an online graduate student who is not working, so I have open availability when I am not traveling. I am happy to help any time I am in Louisville! I know how important it is to follow a pet’s routine, and I have a great attention to detail, especially when it comes to safety of my pets. I will follow whatever rules/routines you already have in place for your pet.
“Jamianne is absolutely wonderful and we are so grateful for the care she provides when we’re out of town. She’s 100% reliable and our pets love her.”
“Olivia was very consistent with her visits and spends time with them, which I really appreciate. I don't have to worry about the dog waiting longer than expected to go out while I'm away. She's very reliable! Nice detailed reports with lots of pictures.”
“Jessica has been wonderful! She has had many drop in visits with my puppy and is always on time/communicative. She does a great job with my puppy and is always professional. Highly reccomend.”
About: I have over 7 years of hands-on experience working with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and personalities—from small breed seniors to high-energy breeds. Jinger (My own pup) is a 6-year-old Female Malinois-Lab mix, so I’m especially familiar with energetic dogs who need structure, attention, and enrichment to thrive. Over the years, I’ve cared for puppies, seniors, rescues, and dogs with unique needs—including leash reactivity, anxiety, and medical routines. The wonderful folks at Southside pet shop had taught me Animal Husbandry by the book (literally). During my time there I had taken care of a wide variety of pets in a professional setting. I comfortable caring cats, and exotic pets too- I am more than at home in a multi-pet household. I ALWAYS approach every pet with patience and empathy. I understand that every animal is different, so I change my care-style (never quality!) to match their needs—whether that’s a long walk, playtime, cuddles or medical needs. If you need drop-in visits, house sitting, or just someone to give your dog an afternoon potty break, I’ll make sure your pet feels safe, understood, and loved. You can expect daily updates and plenty of photos, Rest assured! Pet sitting is my full-time profession and passion, alongside my work as a freelance artist. I have professional experience in animal husbandry; I’m able to provide attentive, reliable care. I enjoy doing both traditional and digital art; my favorite are pet portraits! If there is downtime while I am petsitting, I’m usually doing art! In both my own home and when caring for pets in a client’s home, I follow the owners instructions, because I understand this routine is in place to keep them comfortable, and healthy. This includes using toys, treats and games to make their day rewarding and fun. Maintaining a clean environment is a top priority; food and water bowls are washed regularly and I always make sure each pet is fed according to their specified guidelines.
About: Some Senior Care Magic hands with dogs Feeding and Nutrition I have some experience with giving medications, but please tell me what works best for your pet. I currently am working part time for the summer so I will be able to check with your pets late at night and early morning. The most they'll be alone will probably be 5 hours. Most of time they won't be alone for Sundays. In your home, I'll make sure to walk them outside and if you have a backyard we'll play outside. We'll also play in any surrounded parks.
About: I’ve loved dogs (and cats) since I can remember! I’ve taken care of dogs for about 3 years now, whether that be family, friends, and/or neighbors pets. I am a full time student at the University of Louisville but will have plenty of time to play with your pups! I am available during the week and some weekends. I keep my eyes on your fur baby at all times to ensure they’re not getting into any trouble and are safe. Will follow all instructions regarding your fur baby.
“Best Sitter. I literally had to get her last minute and she was so quick to help. She treated my puppy so well and even cleaned up a mess we made. I recommend her to everyone as she goes above and beyond. Definitely will be reaching out to her again!”
“Great help no issues at all”
“Brian took great care of Jake with updates during every visit. Jake seemed like he had a great weekend while I was away. Definitely will be using Brian again in the future. Highly recommend!”
About: I've been a foster and pet sitter for mostly greyhounds for the past 20 years. Before that I always had dogs of my own. I've gone through obedience classes and grooming, and am pretty good with most temperaments. I am very available and flexible, since I'm retired and work part time from home. Evenings, weekends, holidays, whatever works for you and your pet. I can come to your home and let your dog out, walk, sit, or feed. Safety is a big factor and I'll do my best!
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Tara S.Star Sitter
“Tara was very knowledgeable and helpful with our first time using Rover and as first time new cat owners! She sent lots of pictures, was quick to communicate needs and updates, and was always available to respond when we had questions or other small requests. She made this process easy and gave us peace of mind. We will be booking with her in the future!”
Ciara W.Star Sitter
“Ciara was great and easy to work with. She was able to accomodate me on short notice and sent picks of my pup. I would love to use her again.”
Leslie D.Star Sitter
“Leslie was great! Came and met the dogs and me beforehand. Followed all of my wishes perfectly and even worked on Thanksgiving! I definitely recommend Leslie!”
Sarah P.Star Sitter
“Sarah did an amazing job taking care of my fur baby! I never had any concerns while traveling and loved the check in photos. Very reliable and knowledgeable sitter!”
Allison T.Star Sitter
“Allison is top notch! I am not easily trusting with my girls and she blew it out of the park. She has great communication during her visit(s) and sends plenty of photos, alongside notes.”
Magdalana M.Star Sitter
“As always, I love working with Magdalena! She is so thorough and wonderful to work with. I have a senior cat and I know I can trust her to keep an eye on him and let me know if anything is amiss. Makes traveling with peace of mind so much easier and my cat sure loves her!”
Racheal F.Star Sitter
“Racheal was great with our Sally and working with our changing needs. She made sure Sally was cared for and got her exercise. Will definitely call her when needed in the future.”
Makenzie K.
“Really grateful to Makenzie for stopping by to take care of my fur babies. She kept in contact with me to let me know what was going on, wrote notes on everything she did and gave my babies attention and fed them while I was out of town. She was nice enough to do a meet and greet before I left so I could make sure my big dog would be alright and he immediately wanted her attention when she walked in my door. Will 100% book with her again!”
Meilin W.
“Great sitter! Took care of our cats really well! Would definitely book again!”
Hannah C.
About: I treat my own two dogs like they are my children - I’m not even sure they realize they’re dogs anymore. I’ve traveled a lot for work and know how stressful it is to find a sitter when going out of town. I have four rescues and have fostered numerous others. I am currently a full-time graduate student in an online program, so looking to use my time to help others! I am currently an online graduate student who is not working, so I have open availability when I am not traveling. I am happy to help any time I am in Louisville! I know how important it is to follow a pet’s routine, and I have a great attention to detail, especially when it comes to safety of my pets. I will follow whatever rules/routines you already have in place for your pet.
Jamianne P.
“Jamianne is absolutely wonderful and we are so grateful for the care she provides when we’re out of town. She’s 100% reliable and our pets love her.”
Olivia B.
“Olivia was very consistent with her visits and spends time with them, which I really appreciate. I don't have to worry about the dog waiting longer than expected to go out while I'm away. She's very reliable! Nice detailed reports with lots of pictures.”
Jessica W.Star Sitter
“Jessica has been wonderful! She has had many drop in visits with my puppy and is always on time/communicative. She does a great job with my puppy and is always professional. Highly reccomend.”
Kylie Z.
“Kai is extremely compassionate, conscientious and prudent. Animals are naturally drawn to her, and she is good at understanding their moment-to-moment needs (as well as their individual struggles, making her an effective trainer as well!)”
Janelle J.
“I have known Jenelle for the past 5 years. She has a joyful personality. She is very loving and caring. She cared for my two dogs while I was on vacation for 5 days. She took really good care of my dogs, and she constantly sent me pictures of them daily. Including them playing together, and going on walks. Her communication is amazing. My dogs loved her. She is the only person I trust to watch my dogs!”
maritza L.
“Maritza is not only kind, but patient. She makes dog sitting easy and reliable. Not only that, pets love her and she loves pets. I highly recommend her to all the pet lovers/owners.”
Emilia M.
“Best Sitter. I literally had to get her last minute and she was so quick to help. She treated my puppy so well and even cleaned up a mess we made. I recommend her to everyone as she goes above and beyond. Definitely will be reaching out to her again!”
Angalina C.
“Great help no issues at all”
Brian R.
“Brian took great care of Jake with updates during every visit. Jake seemed like he had a great weekend while I was away. Definitely will be using Brian again in the future. Highly recommend!”
Camille A.
“Camille is a great dog-sitter! She has watched my greyhound for me several times for both short and long trips. I know my dog is in great hands when he stays with her. She’s even kind enough to send photos and updates while I’m gone since I’m a crazy dog mom! Camille is very knowledgeable about dogs breed traits, training trips, and overall dog behaviors. I would definitely recommend her”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Southside on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $14 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.
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 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
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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