House Sitting In Southwest Columbus, Ohio
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“Kara is simply Fabulous!! She sent us pictures and updates regularly, left the house spotless and our fur babies perfectly content and happy. Kara is also great at communicating and answering messages quickly!! We look forward to having her take care of our pets for a very long time!! Thank you Kara!!!”


“Megan was great dog sitting for me! I received daily photos and updates. It was great to go on vacation with peace of mind that my dog would be in great hands!”


“Once again, Kelly is truly a gem! She stayed overnight with my fur baby Fox Fox and went above and beyond to make sure he felt safe, loved, and completely at ease while I was away. He is in the best hands when Kelly’s around — calm, content, and totally spoiled with love and attention. Kelly’s updates are always reassuring and heartfelt, and her genuine care for animals really shines through. I am so grateful to have someone so dependable and compassionate looking after my little gent. Thank you, Kelly, and until next time! 🐾”


“Zach was such a blessing to us. He was so understanding and flexible with our needs and our old doggies and kitties love him. He was attentive and thorough with all our millions of instructions for taking care of our geriatric Great Danes with many health issues. He also took care of some things last minute for us that I had forgotten to do. It was such a relief to find someone we could trust to stay with our boys. Thank you Zach ❤️”


“Emily is amazing and so sweet! This was our first time using Rover and I was so nervous—we always get nervous leaving our babies, but Emily made this trip less stressful for us. I would definitely book with her again! Our dogs were well taken care of, as well as our home! She followed all instructions to a tee and even went above and beyond! We also appreciated her sending lots of updates, photos, & videos!”


About: I have been house/dog sitting sine the mid 1980's ( I know, a whole other century)! I have no problem staying at your place and taking care of your doggies, collecting the mail, watering your plants, or whatever keeps strangers at bay. I do have allergies to cats which is a bummer as I am a new cat-grandma but can do feedings or litter changing ( I wear a mask)- I just can't stay over. I have always had dogs in my adult life, and would love to be the "Mrs. Grandma" to your little fur baby! I work from 8am to 4pm Monday-Friday beginning Aug 8.. My evenings and weekends are free of work obligations. I do love to stay busy and explore fun things to do in and around the city or I can snuggle at home with my Winnie and a good book. I have had double knee replacements so walking dogs can be a tad difficult if it is a long journey. My dog (Winnie) has graduated to not requiring her cage during the day and a fenced in yard which she loves chasing the frisbee and tennis balls. We live near a park and Winnie loves to explore the trails. We also have a rabbit (Chip) who was originally a gift for my son and quickly became mine. Chip has an area where he resides inside but loves to be hopping around the living room.

“Paige was amazing!!! She took such great care of Bella and went the extra mile when Bella wasn’t eating to figure out how to get her to eat a little and to check in with us. She sent us updates and pictures. I can’t tell you how awesome it was to know our baby was in good hands and being spoiled while we were away !!”


“Zach did a great job with our two dogs and cat! We got plenty of pictures and it was great knowing they were taken care of while we were out of town! We will definitely book again!”


About: I have had dogs in my family since I was little and adopted a little tuxedo cat two years ago. I have worked for various humane societies and watched family and friends pets for the past 8 years. Happy to watch dogs or cats! I will be available full-time from June through early August, so pet care will be a central part of my daily routine. With a very flexible schedule, I’m able to prioritize each pet’s unique needs, whether that means regular walks, playtime, feeding, or just providing companionship. I'm committed to giving pets consistent attention and care throughout the day and adapting to any specific routines they may already have. Since I’m not able to have pets in my apartment, I provide care in my clients' homes. I focus on maintaining the pet’s regular routine in a familiar environment, which helps reduce stress and keep them comfortable. I’m attentive to each pet’s needs, whether that’s feeding, walks, playtime, administering medication, or just spending quality time together. I also make sure to keep the home tidy and follow any specific instructions the owner provides.

“Ellie is an absolute pleasure. She's exceptionally polite and very efficient with her time. She stayed with my pup and gave her plenty of walks, lots of time and care and I'd HIGHLY RECOMMEND her. She was pleasant from the meet n greet all the way to the end. She asked great questions to ensure she knew as much as she could including any of homesitting needs before staying at my home. She also sent me tons of updates and photos while I was away. I was so comfortable with her and her communication was tip top! If anyone is need of a sitter, Ellie is your person, hands down! BOOK HER NOW!!!!”


“Brittany is the absolute best. When I leave my dog with her, I know he is in the best hands and is happy and well cared for. Definitely recommend.”


About: I have grown up my whole life with dogs from puppy to senior, as my parents both had dogs of their own and raised puppies. I am experienced with a wide variety of breeds from my time volunteering at the Fairfield Humane Society and have spent time pet sitting for many of my neighbors. I work remotely part time, so I set my own hours. This gives me ample time to spend with your best friend while you work or have other commitments to ensure everyone is happy and healthy. I have a fenced in backyard and am willing to cater my care to your dogs preferences from walk time to crate time and everything in between.

“Kelly was great! She took great care of our dogs and even gave them all the walks and cuddles. She sent daily updates and our dogs/house was in pristine shape once we got back. Thanks so much for being so awesome and taking care of our dogs while we were away. Will totally use her again!!!”


“Christal was absolutely amazing with my puppy! I felt so safe leaving my new puppy for the first time with her. Great at sending updates and pics which I appreciate! And she was super flexible when my travel plans got delayed. 10/10 would recommend :)”


About: I have a soft spot for all animals big and small. I helped raise my family dog, Finn, who is now a 10 year old Morkie. Multiple friends have trusted me to walk and pet sit their animals and I have experience with small and large breeds. I have also volunteered for 2 years with 4 Paws for Ability, an organization that trains puppies to become service dogs. I am an owner of a black cat named Sesame who I adopted from a cat cafe earlier this year. I am currently a healthcare professional who just graduated school. I am waiting to start a job at the end of October, so I have some free time in the next few months I’m looking to fill with lots of walks and scratches. Safety is my number one priority for your pet and myself. I am good with communication and as a pet owner myself, I understand how much pets mean to us.

“Lily was very friendly and was available rather last minute which made our lives so much easier! She was communicative and followed instructions perfectly. Would recommend her for any pet needs :)”


“Cody was so great - my pup was on a great vacation, with lots of attention and care. Highly recommend Cody if you need someone reliable, kind and great at communication!”


About: What sets me apart as a dog sitter is my diverse experience with dogs of all ages and sizes. I understand that every dog is unique, and I tailor my care to meet their individual needs. This includes specialized skills like administering medications, ensuring your dog receives their doses on time and correctly. I'm also very active and love to incorporate invigorating walks into our routine, just like I do with my own dogs. I'm passionate about providing attentive and personalized care to make sure your furry friend feels comfortable and happy while you're away. My school schedule runs from 11:00 AM - 1:40 PM on Monday/Wednesday and 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM on Tuesday/Thursday. This means I have plenty of time for pet care before and after classes on those days. As for the weekends, I have most availability on Sundays, but I can always move around my schedule to make time for pet care. I specialize in providing in-home pet sitting, ensuring your pets stay happy and comfortable in their own environment. My focus is on maintaining their routines and keeping your home tidy – I always leave it as clean, or cleaner, than I found it. I'm also happy to handle light housekeeping tasks, like getting the mail or taking care of plants, so you return to a perfectly cared-for home.

“Patricia was an absolute joy to have. Wonderful communication, consistent updates and photos that put us at ease. So grateful to have had you!”


About: My family has relied on me to take care of the animals and strays I take care of. I love providing hospitality to those who don’t have anywhere else to go. I could never turn away a stray, and love taking care of animals of all breeds, but I can say I am a cat lover at heart. I am currently working on being a student and wanted to find a way to include my passion of animals into my schedule, and am available to take care of your babies day and night! I would normally stay at a clients home as my living situation doesn’t provide a fenced in yard or a huge play space, however I have been in a situation where that is available, and I get used to certain accommodations quickly.
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Kara C.Star Sitter

“Kara is simply Fabulous!! She sent us pictures and updates regularly, left the house spotless and our fur babies perfectly content and happy. Kara is also great at communicating and answering messages quickly!! We look forward to having her take care of our pets for a very long time!! Thank you Kara!!!”


Megan A.
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“Megan was great dog sitting for me! I received daily photos and updates. It was great to go on vacation with peace of mind that my dog would be in great hands!”


Kelly T.Star Sitter

“Once again, Kelly is truly a gem! She stayed overnight with my fur baby Fox Fox and went above and beyond to make sure he felt safe, loved, and completely at ease while I was away. He is in the best hands when Kelly’s around — calm, content, and totally spoiled with love and attention. Kelly’s updates are always reassuring and heartfelt, and her genuine care for animals really shines through. I am so grateful to have someone so dependable and compassionate looking after my little gent. Thank you, Kelly, and until next time! 🐾”


Zach E.

“Zach was such a blessing to us. He was so understanding and flexible with our needs and our old doggies and kitties love him. He was attentive and thorough with all our millions of instructions for taking care of our geriatric Great Danes with many health issues. He also took care of some things last minute for us that I had forgotten to do. It was such a relief to find someone we could trust to stay with our boys. Thank you Zach ❤️”


Emily G.Star Sitter

“Emily is amazing and so sweet! This was our first time using Rover and I was so nervous—we always get nervous leaving our babies, but Emily made this trip less stressful for us. I would definitely book with her again! Our dogs were well taken care of, as well as our home! She followed all instructions to a tee and even went above and beyond! We also appreciated her sending lots of updates, photos, & videos!”


Penny m.
“Penny is amazing! She without doubt is an animal lover and has the patience of a saint. (Some may call her Saint Penny) She’s an awesome care giver to your 4 legged best friends. I very highly recommend.”


Paige M.

“Paige was amazing!!! She took such great care of Bella and went the extra mile when Bella wasn’t eating to figure out how to get her to eat a little and to check in with us. She sent us updates and pictures. I can’t tell you how awesome it was to know our baby was in good hands and being spoiled while we were away !!”


Zachary B.

“Zach did a great job with our two dogs and cat! We got plenty of pictures and it was great knowing they were taken care of while we were out of town! We will definitely book again!”


Zachary C.
“Zoey had a great time with Zach! We were so grateful that he accommodated us under such short notice! We got a ton of pictures and quick responses and will absolutely use his services again!”


Ellie U.Star Sitter

“Ellie is an absolute pleasure. She's exceptionally polite and very efficient with her time. She stayed with my pup and gave her plenty of walks, lots of time and care and I'd HIGHLY RECOMMEND her. She was pleasant from the meet n greet all the way to the end. She asked great questions to ensure she knew as much as she could including any of homesitting needs before staying at my home. She also sent me tons of updates and photos while I was away. I was so comfortable with her and her communication was tip top! If anyone is need of a sitter, Ellie is your person, hands down! BOOK HER NOW!!!!”


Brittany S.Star Sitter

“Brittany is the absolute best. When I leave my dog with her, I know he is in the best hands and is happy and well cared for. Definitely recommend.”


Morgan L.
About: I have grown up my whole life with dogs from puppy to senior, as my parents both had dogs of their own and raised puppies. I am experienced with a wide variety of breeds from my time volunteering at the Fairfield Humane Society and have spent time pet sitting for many of my neighbors. I work remotely part time, so I set my own hours. This gives me ample time to spend with your best friend while you work or have other commitments to ensure everyone is happy and healthy. I have a fenced in backyard and am willing to cater my care to your dogs preferences from walk time to crate time and everything in between.


Kelly I.

“Kelly was great! She took great care of our dogs and even gave them all the walks and cuddles. She sent daily updates and our dogs/house was in pristine shape once we got back. Thanks so much for being so awesome and taking care of our dogs while we were away. Will totally use her again!!!”


Christal L.Star Sitter

“Christal was absolutely amazing with my puppy! I felt so safe leaving my new puppy for the first time with her. Great at sending updates and pics which I appreciate! And she was super flexible when my travel plans got delayed. 10/10 would recommend :)”


Jennifer M.
“Jenny has always taken great care of pets and loves animals. Growing up she cared for multiple different animals. She is responsible and pays attention to detail.”


Lillith B.

“Lily was very friendly and was available rather last minute which made our lives so much easier! She was communicative and followed instructions perfectly. Would recommend her for any pet needs :)”


Cody N.

“Cody was so great - my pup was on a great vacation, with lots of attention and care. Highly recommend Cody if you need someone reliable, kind and great at communication!”


Lauren K.
“Whether cats, dogs or chickens, we trust Lauren entirely with our animal babies. She’s regularly taken care of our chickens when we’re out of town and is caring and meticulous, even watering our plants and bringing in our mail. She also made drop-ins to check on our elderly Great Dane when we were out for long days and quickly became one of our girl’s favorite humans. She provides excellent updates and communication, and is honest and responsible. A rare gem!”


Patricia H.

“Patricia was an absolute joy to have. Wonderful communication, consistent updates and photos that put us at ease. So grateful to have had you!”


Emma K.
About: My family has relied on me to take care of the animals and strays I take care of. I love providing hospitality to those who don’t have anywhere else to go. I could never turn away a stray, and love taking care of animals of all breeds, but I can say I am a cat lover at heart. I am currently working on being a student and wanted to find a way to include my passion of animals into my schedule, and am available to take care of your babies day and night! I would normally stay at a clients home as my living situation doesn’t provide a fenced in yard or a huge play space, however I have been in a situation where that is available, and I get used to certain accommodations quickly.
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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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 Southwest.
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. Southwest 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.
