Pet Sitting in Hove

“After two successful meet & greets, Jade’s first time doing a visit for my dog went well. She understands nervous dogs, and to let things go at their pace. Sookie seemed to have relaxed around her reasonably well as a result, and I think they’ll be firm friends before long!”

Ruth K.

“Brilliant. Thank you so much for being surrogate to our lovely old lady. Taking on board and half blind half deaf dog without a break in your stride. So happy we found you. Thanks”

Doug C.

“Extremely happy with the service from Irina. Milo went from hissing at the first sight of Irina (normal for him) to letting her brush his belly on the first visit. Irina kept us well informed and provided lovely pics and videos from each visit and took some time out to play with his favourite cat toys. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend Irina and will definitely use her again... Great Job..”

Sheridan J.

About: I grew up with 12 dogs at home and countless weekends spent at dog agility shows. This grew into a lifelong love of dogs of all sizes and personalities. I've spent the past 10 years dog sitting and walking, through word-of-mouth recommendation, until someone suggested I join Rover! I am an easy going and naturally active person, so I love to take dogs on long walks, or take them socializing in cafes (if they like to!), and do basic trick training. I've experience with dogs of all sizes, from collies to GSD's and retired greyhounds to Chihuahuas. I'm a freelancer and part-time yoga teacher, so I have lots of time to spend with four legged friends, so you can be sure they get most of my attention! I plan my work around my pups, not the other way around. At mine: I have a dog friendly apartment on ground floor, no garden but quick access to St Annes garden OR Palmeria Square. I have room to set up a crate if that is your preference. I have enrichment toys and a dog bed here too. At yours: I will follow your preferred instructions! Walking: I always stay present with the dog, I don't walk with headphones in and I am mindful of distractions or the dog's personality. I am happy to follow your preference on walk type, length, and location (within radius!) Cafe socializing: if you would like your dog to spend time in cafes and socialise, I love this too! not all dogs enjoy this, some love it, so this is down to preference. Again, the dogs comfort and tolerance is my number one priority!

“We wouldn't hesitate to use Luna again and couldn't recommend her enough. She was wonderful with our cat, Violet. She sent updates and photos after each visit, which we greatly appreciated. Thank you so much!”

Andrew T.

About: I've been a dedicated dog owner for over 15 years and understand that every dog has their own personality, needs, and challenges. I have extensive hands-on experience with reactive and anxious dogs through caring for our rescue dog, Tia, who requires patience, understanding, and positive reinforcement to help her feel safe and confident. Whether your dog loves long adventures, gentle strolls, or simply needs someone who understands their boundaries, I provide calm, reliable, and compassionate care tailored to their individual needs. My priority is making sure your dog feels safe, happy, and comfortable while giving you complete peace of mind. I currently work remotely from home, which gives me a flexible schedule and allows me to accommodate pet care throughout the day. I'm available on weekdays and weekends, making it easy to provide reliable care that fits around your pet's routine. For dog walks, I prioritise safety at all times, using secure leads and choosing suitable walking routes based on your dog's temperament and confidence level. I'm experienced with reactive and nervous dogs and always take a calm, positive approach to help them feel at ease. I also provide regular updates and photos, so you can have peace of mind knowing your pet is happy, safe, and well cared for.

“Ting is so great with my two rescues! They can be very neurotic in their own special ways haha and she handles them wonderfully, they were very happy, fed and tired out when I got home :) Thanks so much!”

Izzy S.

“Annabel was a fantastic friend to my cat while I was away for a week. Her kindness, understanding and caring nature meant that Blossom was very happy and looked forward to her daily visits. I would not hesitate to recommend Annabel - she really is certainly someone that can be relied on with any pet she is asked to look after. Thank you so much to Annabel!”

Zahida S.

“Lisa, thank you so much for helping us last minute. Nelly enjoyed her visit and was very happy to see you by the looks of the photos. Highly recommend you to everyone and we will be in contact with some future dates. 5 stars 🤩”

DAN C.

“Marta was brilliant with my nervous dog, Winter last night. She gave him all the space he needed and kept me up to date with how it was going. I will definitely book her again ☺️”

Georgia W.

“Sophie was so lovely! And Maisie seemed to have had a lovely time with her! Would definitely recommend and would love to use Sophie again! Xx”

Indiya H.

“Maisie has been great with looking after our two girls in our home and left the house lovely and clean and tidy. We would definitely recommend her.”

Victoria P.

“Laura is fantastic, very flexible and great communication. Maurice loves his walks and cuddles with Laura! We always know he’s in safe hands and having a lovely time :)”

Lucy G.

“Super friendly, kind and professional - I really appreciated the updates on how my cat Precious was (even if she was attacking her!!). Would definitely recommend - thanks again Suzana :)”

Ollie T.

About: I’m a lifelong dog lover who has grown up with dogs and while I can’t currently have a dog of my own due to work commitments, caring for other people’s dogs is the perfect way for me to stay connected to what I love most — spending time with happy, tail-wagging companions. I’ve had hands-on experience with dogs of all ages, from playful puppies to sweet senior dogs. I’m comfortable with: - Daily walks and exercise routines - Feeding schedules and dietary needs - Basic training reinforcement - Administering oral medications if needed - Providing lots of attention, affection, and playtime Having owned dogs myself, I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet. I know they’re not “just dogs” — they’re family. I will provide a calm, patient, and attentive environment where your dog will feel safe and loved. Whether your pup enjoys long walks, play sessions, or just cuddling on the couch, I adapt to their individual personality and needs. I’m reliable, communicative, and will always keep you updated with messages and photos so you can feel confident your dog is in good hands. I’d love the opportunity to care for your dog as if they were my own. Feel free to reach out — I can’t wait to meet you and your furry friend! I work from home, which means your dog will have plenty of company, supervision, and attention throughout the day. I’m able to provide regular toilet breaks, walks, playtime, and lots of reassurance — especially helpful for dogs who don’t like being left alone for long periods. Because I’m home-based, I can easily stick to your dog’s usual routine, including feeding times, medication schedules, and specific care instructions. Whether your pup needs structured walks, enrichment activities, or just a cosy spot near me while I work, I can adapt to their needs. I’m also able to offer boarding, providing a calm, safe, and comfortable environment where your dog will be treated like part of the family. I live in a comfortable one-bedroom flat in the centre of Hove, providing a calm and cosy environment for your dog to relax in. My home is safe, tidy, and well-suited to hosting dogs, with enough space for them to feel settled and comfortable. One of the biggest benefits is access to a secure garden, giving your dog a safe outdoor space for fresh air and toilet breaks throughout the day. Being centrally located also means we’re close to lovely walking routes and green spaces for regular exercise and enrichment. Your dog will be welcomed into a peaceful, home-from-home environment where they’ll receive plenty of attention, care, and affection

“Kate has taken care of our three cats on several occasions now and we could not ask for more from a cat sitter. Kate clearly loves cats and she gladly sends us videos and photos along with her very reliable cat caring service. One of our cats is very shy but he warmed to Kate straight away. Highly recommended.”

Hadia S.

About: I used to walk a small, elderly, grumpy terrier-cross a few times a week for a nearby neighbour. I did that for about 2 years. I’ve also looked after friends’ dogs when they’ve been away on short holidays. The above experience is all I have, so I’d be better suited to looking after dogs that have relatively simple care needs (ie. don’t have behavioural issues / need a lot of specialist care). I’m taking some time off from my previous career in the insurance industry so I have plenty of free time at the moment - I have not set schedule ant the moment so can therefore be quite flexible. I live close to the Brighton and Hove boundary and 5 minutes away from the seaside / Hove Lawns, so plenty of nearby places to stretch our legs.

About: I love animals and grew up around dogs, cats, chinchillas, birds and fish! I’ve been in London just over 10 years and just moved to Brighton last summer. I’ve sat dogs and cats for numerous Rover users and friends, and also used to have a neighbour’s cat drop in for visits every day for years before my recent Brighton move. I genuinely want to spend time with animals and would happily walk dogs or drop in to feed/ play with cats in my area. Happy to host pets at my place as. I wouldn’t be comfortable taking in pets from multiple households at the same time as this is largely set up for companionship rather than revenue while my partner and I work our life out to have a pet (or more likely pets) or our own . Can also stay at yours with a bit of an advance notice. I work a nearly fully remote job so am around pretty much all working weeks and most weekends :) These days I have a few calls a day totalling around two to three hours so I am truly flexible with my pet sitting schedule I don’t have a garden but my flat is right by a few greens and a large park is 10mins away. I have no toxic plants for cats or dogs. I’ve cared for senior dogs and cats so am no stranger to a tablet pusher or a secret ham pill roll. Have also cared for cats with asthma and given them inhalers.

“After a successful couple of meet & greets, Beth’s first one hour visit seemed to go well. Sookie is a nervous rescue and can take time to warm up to new people. Although she wasn’t brave enough to approach Beth that day, she was comfortable and relaxed enough to have a snooze while she was there. Which shows that she isn’t overly worried about Beth, who didn’t try to push things too fast and went at Sookie’s pace, allowing her to feel that relaxed she could close her eyes. Very happy with Beth and her knowledge of handling nervous dogs.”

Ruth K.

About: I will always make sure your dog has a fun experience and you'll get photo evidence! I've taken care of dogs, cats and horses for more than 15 years. I have experience with many pets including a number of medical and behavioural cases so I'm happy to help with anything that's needed. I treat animals with kindness and respect and always make sure they have some fun and calm time with me. When teaching any tricks or helping with behavioural struggles, I use positive training only. I commit to each pets specific needs as they're all individuals. I'm currently working full time, Tuesday and Friday remotely with some weekends off. During the working days I'm available between 7PM and 9AM so please contact me to discuss your preferred schedule. I will follow all your instructions regarding feeding, behavioural training, any pet's preferences or medical needs but most importantly make sure you dog has fun with me. I work with animals professionally on daily basis and treat them all like my own. I'm working full time including some Saturdays, Tuesdays and Fridays remotely. I can take your dog to the woods on a weekend or pet sit during the week. I will follow all the instructions provided to make sure to keep your pet's routine as normal. I care for all pets as if they were my own