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“Selin was really great with our nervy cat! Looked after her really well and kept us up to date with everything while we were away. Thank you! :)”


“Sarah is great! Only had 1 visit with Frankie so far and he very quickly gravitated towards her and felt safe! He’s an anxious boy and she’s great and dealing with him when he’s getting worked up! Thanks so much!”


“We couldn't have asked for a better cat sitter! Lucy came to visit a day before our trip and meeting her already assuaged our anxiety of leaving the cats alone for so long. She's very friendly, conscientious and made sure she'd got a handle on all the ins and outs of the kitties' habits, grooming & feeding before we handed over the keys. During our time away, she gave us regular updates and spent the full hour playing with the cats & sorting out the trays etc. On a few occasions the cats made some accidents, and she kindly cleaned them up & cleaned the carpets. This was all during a heatwave, so she even made sure to open the windows for a while to let some cool air in, and watered our plants when they got a bit droopy. We hope that Lucy stays in Manchester for as long as we're here, because we couldn't see ourselves wanting to use any other cat sitter! Thank you ?”


“Sofie has started drop ins with my rescue dog Rita, and I can't recommend her highly enough. Rita has always been super anxious with people coming in the house, but she already loves Sofie after a couple of visits. That's testament to Sofie's patience and how much she cares about dogs.”


“As helpful as always! I know Mishel will take great care of my cats while I'm away 😊”


“Shalina took great care for our cat over the weekend! Communication was easy and would happily have her visit our cat again!”


“Joanna was amazing as always looking after my cat, Baby whilst i was away. She sends lovely photos and updates, and it's clear how comfortable Baby is with Joanna. Thanks again!”


“This is the third time we booked Heidi and she is our go-to pet sitter now. Our cat Penny is really anxious and timid but Heidi has really helped her come out of her shell. It's so nice to see Penny trusting her more and more - Heidi has a real gift with animals! I can trust her to give Penny's medications and she always provides detailed daily updates and photos for reassurance when we're away.”


About: Growing up with dogs, I've always cherished the emotional connection that animals bring into our lives. This deep bond is why I believe I would be an excellent sitter for your furry friend. What sets me apart from other sitters is my extensive experience and specialized skills in pet care. With over 10 years of professional dog sitting. Your furry friend will be in safe, loving hands, enjoying a home away from home. 🐾 Extensive experience and specialised skills: Puppy Training: I provide gentle and effective training for puppies, helping them learn basic commands and good behavior. Senior Dog Care: I have a deep understanding of the unique needs of senior dogs, ensuring they receive the comfort and attention they deserve. Personalized Attention: Each dog receives individualized care tailored to their specific needs, from dietary requirements to exercise routines. Emergency Preparedness: I am trained in pet first aid and CPR, ready to handle any unexpected situations with calm and competence. I work Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in office. I am able to check the house on lunch. Monday & Friday I work from home, then the weekend I like to go for walks, explore and sometimes relax at home. Please just send me a message and we will go from there. All age dogs welcome, please let me know if your dog requires extra love ( medication, certain routines.. etc ) I live near in an apartment with a lift around Castlefield Bowl. I have walking routes, canals close around the area I live, some parks around for some off lead. When they stay they might need: - A cage/bed for animals please provide- more then welcome to sleep on ours - Toys, treats and any medications/items that bring comfort - Food, food bowl & water bowl - I do have food bowls and water bowls, sometimes they like their own

“Solveig is a delightful cat sitter. Communicating with her is clear and easy. Our cat Eros adores her and is always content when we are back, a happy cat. I can’t recommend Solveig enough, this was our third booking and it always runs as smoothly as it possibly could.”


About: I've had pets the majority of my life, before moving for uni I lived with 3 cats, a dog, and two guinea pigs! As well as caring for my own pets, I was also responsible for walking my grandmothers dog during his final years when she was unable to keep up with what he needed for fitness. Looking after pets isn't just a chore in my eyes its enjoyable and I love learning animal's personalities! I'm currently a PhD student which means I have a lot of control over my work hours, so I'll be available to care for pets any time during the work day, as I can come and go when necessary or work from my laptop if I'm pet sitting in yours or my own home! Care for pets in my eyes is treating them like a member of the family! I'll play with, feed, walk, and love your pets. Adaptability is key as well, for example, where my household is big on spoiling with treats (within reason of course), I wouldn't do this without express permission when caring for someone else's pet!

“Susanna was fantastic with our kitten, kept us updated everyday with photos & letting us know how our lil baby was doing. Really gave us peace of mind whilst we were on our holiday. Can’t recommend enough!”


“Grainne was able to help out with walking Merlin with no problems asked last min, would use again”


About: I have had many pets throughout my childhood but have always had a love for dogs. All my birthday wishes finally came true and we got a cockerpoo! 🩷 I have looked after pets on rover for over a year and had built up regular pawpaws! However prior I have had family pets ranging from puppies to working dogs to hamsters and cats. Since moving out I have missed this aspect of my life which has drawn me to Rover. As I am working from home but I am new to Manchester as a city! I will have loads of time to ensure your dog is fully attended and can be flexible around your needs for other services 🌟 As mentioned I am currently working from home in a central Manchester location therefore I have lots of time to look after and play with your fur ball! My workplace are highly flexible and I love to get out and about within my day where possible! My weekends are super flexible for pet sitting and in the week drop ins at multiple points in the day are viable. I am unfortunately unable to look after dogs in my apartment however I find that dogs feel more relaxed in an environment they know🩷 I am happy to keep your routine in place as much as possible and accommodate to any requirements - including lots of updates, photos and check-ins. Although I have lots of love and attention to give and this will be great fun for me i want your doggo/cat to feel the same!! Keeping similarity’s in routine will help your dog feel at ease and reassured! I am happy to adapt to different things to make you feel comfortable with me being around your dog!

“Ana helped us out with a short notice request to look after our Kira as we needed to get away for a couple of days. Great report, flexibility in terms of hours and a great connection with our cat. It’s good to come back home to a relaxed and well looked after cat. Not the first booking and certainly not the last. Highly recommend.”


About: I’m a reliable and friendly pet carer based in the heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter — just a short walk from Ancoats, Spinningfields, and Piccadilly. With a background in Zoology and a passion for both fitness and animals, dog walking and sitting feels like the perfect fit. I have 1 year of hands-on experience caring for dogs and a strong understanding of animal behaviour and enrichment. I tailor every walk to your dog’s individual needs, ensuring they are mentally stimulated as well as physically exercised. I’m confident working with dogs of all sizes and happy to care for puppies, senior dogs, and everything in between — always with patience and understanding. I live in a spacious duplex with a private outdoor terrace and a full-length balcony, making it a great environment for both small and large breeds to relax and feel at home. I currently work just 10 minutes from home in an office, with hours from 8:30am to 5pm. Because of this, I'm available for pet care during early mornings (5:30am–7:30am) and evenings (6pm–9pm) on weekdays. I’m fully available on weekends for walks, drop-ins, and sitting. Living in the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter means I can reach many areas like Ancoats and Piccadilly on foot, making last-minute requests easy to accommodate. I provide a safe, calm, and enriching environment for every dog in my care. I live in a spacious, dog-friendly duplex with a private terrace and full-length balcony (pet safe balcony). This is ideal for both small and large breeds to relax between walks or stay the night. I always supervise pets closely and stick to any routines they already have, making their stay feel like a true home-away-from-home.

“Gabriella was fantastic, great communication throughout the booking process, meeting of Baron and throughout the visit. I would highly recommend Gabriella if you are looking for a extra love in your dogs life.”


About: With having grown up with dogs in my family I have tons of experience with dogs all different shapes, sizes, different temperaments and energy levels. Would love to help you out with looking after your dog by giving it the love it deserves. I work from home twice a week & these days are flexible with a little notice. Currently usually Tuesday & Thursdays. I like to stay active & my weekends are spent outside or chilling at home. My building is pet friendly. Outdoor residents space which is safely enclosed. Pet treats in the building too. My apartment is big, light & bright. I have wooden flooring throughout. fire doors - not easy to open & they shut quickly. Comfy chairs & sofas for your dogs use if it’s what they’re used to!

About: I’ve had a dog for as long as I remember. I grew up with Fred when I was little, and then with Oscar, my beloved maltese. He’s been my best friend for the last 12 years and I couldn’t imagine my life without him. I’ve been by his side ever since he was a puppy the size of my hand. My unconditional love for dogs led to me housekeeping various dogs of a wide range of breeds and sizes for multiple owners while studying in London for the past 3 years. I’m a freelance dancer at the moment, allowing me to have full flexibility over my schedule. My weekly and daily routine can be easily adapted to take into consideration any individual owner’s needs and wants. I live in a small cozy flat with minimal sharp edges, minimizing the risk of any injury to my four-legged friends. I make sure that my home is as comfortable for dogs to live in as it is for me, and always ensure there’s no potential safety or food hazards whatsoever.

“Ferlin was the perfect cat-sitter for our little kitten! We had thorough and regular communication and updates from her throughout our time away, reassuring us that our kitty was well-looked after! Although it was our first time leaving her alone, we felt calm knowing Ferlin was taking such great care of her.”

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Selin C.

“Selin was really great with our nervy cat! Looked after her really well and kept us up to date with everything while we were away. Thank you! :)”


sarah l.

“Sarah is great! Only had 1 visit with Frankie so far and he very quickly gravitated towards her and felt safe! He’s an anxious boy and she’s great and dealing with him when he’s getting worked up! Thanks so much!”


Lucy S.Star Sitter

“We couldn't have asked for a better cat sitter! Lucy came to visit a day before our trip and meeting her already assuaged our anxiety of leaving the cats alone for so long. She's very friendly, conscientious and made sure she'd got a handle on all the ins and outs of the kitties' habits, grooming & feeding before we handed over the keys. During our time away, she gave us regular updates and spent the full hour playing with the cats & sorting out the trays etc. On a few occasions the cats made some accidents, and she kindly cleaned them up & cleaned the carpets. This was all during a heatwave, so she even made sure to open the windows for a while to let some cool air in, and watered our plants when they got a bit droopy. We hope that Lucy stays in Manchester for as long as we're here, because we couldn't see ourselves wanting to use any other cat sitter! Thank you ?”


Sofie W.Star Sitter

“Sofie has started drop ins with my rescue dog Rita, and I can't recommend her highly enough. Rita has always been super anxious with people coming in the house, but she already loves Sofie after a couple of visits. That's testament to Sofie's patience and how much she cares about dogs.”


Mishel z.

“As helpful as always! I know Mishel will take great care of my cats while I'm away 😊”


Shalina J.Star Sitter

“Shalina took great care for our cat over the weekend! Communication was easy and would happily have her visit our cat again!”


Joanna T.

“Joanna was amazing as always looking after my cat, Baby whilst i was away. She sends lovely photos and updates, and it's clear how comfortable Baby is with Joanna. Thanks again!”


Heidi M.Star Sitter

“This is the third time we booked Heidi and she is our go-to pet sitter now. Our cat Penny is really anxious and timid but Heidi has really helped her come out of her shell. It's so nice to see Penny trusting her more and more - Heidi has a real gift with animals! I can trust her to give Penny's medications and she always provides detailed daily updates and photos for reassurance when we're away.”


Kayley L.Star Sitter
“Kayley is a loving and responsible care giver. She would provide the best care for your fur baby and they would be in great hands. I totally recommend her.”


Solveig L.

“Solveig is a delightful cat sitter. Communicating with her is clear and easy. Our cat Eros adores her and is always content when we are back, a happy cat. I can’t recommend Solveig enough, this was our third booking and it always runs as smoothly as it possibly could.”


Oliver B.
“Having known Oliver his whole life, I have no problem in vouching for his kind and caring nature. He has grown up around animals, often taking full responsibility for their day to day needs. He has done plenty of 'pet sitting' - both dogs and cats - for friends and family, including for extended periods for holidays etc, and dog walked after school for several years for his gran when it became too difficult for her. He knows that pet care is about more than just food and water, it's about time and attention, play, affection, picking up after them - all aspects of being a responsible pet carer, and I'd have no hesitation in leaving him in charge of mine!”


Susanna A.

“Susanna was fantastic with our kitten, kept us updated everyday with photos & letting us know how our lil baby was doing. Really gave us peace of mind whilst we were on our holiday. Can’t recommend enough!”


Grainne S.

“Grainne was able to help out with walking Merlin with no problems asked last min, would use again”


Charlotte Z.
“I can't recommend Charlotte enough as a pet sitter! She's cared for our dog Tilly on many occasions and she absolutely adores Charlotte and gets very excited to see her. Tilly can suffer from separation anxiety and we always worry about leaving her with a sitter, but from day one with Charlotte she trusted her and there was crying or anxiety when we left her. Overall Charlotte is a fantastic sitter who loves caring for and being around dogs and we'd always trust her with Tilly.”


Ana O.

“Ana helped us out with a short notice request to look after our Kira as we needed to get away for a couple of days. Great report, flexibility in terms of hours and a great connection with our cat. It’s good to come back home to a relaxed and well looked after cat. Not the first booking and certainly not the last. Highly recommend.”


Lauren J.
“Lauren helped me bring up my Viszla Ralph from a very young age. She has fantastic experience with very young puppies and training them. For example toilet training, basic sit, stay and wait commands and knows there needs: regular toilet breaks and so on. She also looked after Ralph on many occasions through his adolescents and is a very confident and safe dog handler. She will regularly take Ralph on long walks and play with him for as long as he needs. Lauren has also dog sat over night and for long weekends when needed and has a great bond with Ralph. He is a viszla which are a very large breeds, They are strong willed and super high energy. I know personally Lauren has a real love for dogs, pairing this with how she handles Ralph I can safely say any dog owner should be very confident there dog is safe, looked after and loved whilst Lauren if looking after them”


Gabriella C.

“Gabriella was fantastic, great communication throughout the booking process, meeting of Baron and throughout the visit. I would highly recommend Gabriella if you are looking for a extra love in your dogs life.”


Chloe E.
“Chloe is very attentive to my dogs needs and provides excellent updates throughout the day. I have complete peace of mind knowing my dog is in her more than capable hands. It’s clear she has a genuine love for animals and dedicated to ensure they are happy and safe.”


Andrea L.
“Andrea Louca has kindly looked after our puppy, Blossom, over our summer vacation in August (15th-21st). She was incredibly responsible and equally responsive in communication! She took blossom for walks twice a day and sent us some lovely photos by the end. Highly recommended!”


Ferlin W.Star Sitter

“Ferlin was the perfect cat-sitter for our little kitten! We had thorough and regular communication and updates from her throughout our time away, reassuring us that our kitty was well-looked after! Although it was our first time leaving her alone, we felt calm knowing Ferlin was taking such great care of her.”
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1. Search
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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 Manchester on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about £12 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customise your booking to suit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 265 pet sitters in Manchester. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you.
Rover makes it easy to get in touch with multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 85% of Manchester pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat pet owners have an average of 2 repeat pet owners. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience and number of repeat pet owners when you compare pet sitters in Manchester. Schedule a free meet and greet before booking to find a trusted home from home for your pet.
Rover makes it easy to find Manchester pet sitters to provide loving care whether in their home or yours, ensuring your pet feels safe and comfortable. The identity-verified, 5-star pet sitters who you can find on Rover will take care of your pet while 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 owners looking for a safe, loving alternative to a dog kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialise with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 265 pet sitters in Manchester 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 identity verified and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass an identity verification before offering their pet sitting services.
