Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In University

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Sitter Profile Image: Quetzaly S.
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Quetzaly S.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
81 reviews
31 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Riverside, CA, 92501

I couldn't have asked for a better sitter than Quetzaly to take care of my cat, Mars. From the start, she was incredibly warm, professional, and attentive. She went above and beyond by sending me thoughtful updates, photos, and little notes that helped me feel completely at ease while I was away. It was clear that Mars felt comfortable and cared for! Thank you again, Quetzaly! 🐾

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Swati K.
Sitter Profile Image: Douglas M.
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Douglas M.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA, 92507

Amazing. Douglas was able to give our feisty cat subQ fluids, was attentive to other needs of an aging cat, and was very good at communicating.

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Sitter Profile Image: Lynna N.
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Lynna N.
$35
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
University, Riverside, CA, 92507

About: I have been surrounded by pets all my life whether it’s family, family friend, or friend’s pets, they’ve all loved me. I am also on top with my communication and very responsive so it will be a bonus to get good updates with your furball ! I have a cat that I take care of everyday; Properly fed, played, and cuddly with. I have a lot time spent with my cat and my availability is very open as I spend a lot of time being home. I take care of pets by following directions from owners, feeding them properly, providing them good attention, and will be able to communicate all the time about pets. I love taking pictures too so you can get cute pictures of your pets!

Sitter Profile Image: Nicole A.
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Nicole A.
$28
total per visit
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Riverside, CA, 92507

About: I’m a PhD student with long periods of studying/working from home that allows me to use to spend this extra time caring for cats meanwhile caring for my own cat as well! I am available for drop in visits and house-sitting. I live close to my school which allows me more time at home and the nature of my job allows me the flexibility to be at home more often than a traditional 9-5. I’ll make sure to take care of basic necessities like food/water and playtime as well as any messes that spring up each day. I’ll be sure to take note of any special requests as well within reason!

Sitter Profile Image: Katherine G.
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Katherine G.
$18
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
University, Riverside, CA, 92507

About: I have two cats of my own and have helped care for both family dogs and friends’ cats over the years. I’m experienced with feeding, walking, litter box cleaning, and giving lots of love and attention! Pets tend to warm up to me quickly, and I always make sure they feel safe and cared for. I also have plenty of photos of the pets I’ve cared for to show the happy moments we’ve shared. I’m a college student currently studying biochemistry with a strong love for both cats and dogs. Pet care brings me joy, and with summer here, I’m only in school part-time. This gives me the flexibility to care for your pets Thursday through Sunday. I’m dedicated, dependable, and excited to give your pets the attention and affection they deserve. I prioritize creating a safe, calm, and loving environment for every pet I care for. In your home, I follow your pet’s routine closely and respect your space. I’m attentive to details like feeding schedules, medication, and preferred activities. While I don’t have dogs of my own, I have two friendly cats and a clean, pet-safe space. Whether in your home or mine, your pet will be treated like family.

Sitter Profile Image: Casey P.
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Casey P.
$29
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
11 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Riverside, CA, 92507

Casey was so detailed when caring for our dogs. She really went above and beyond. You can definitely tell she is a dog person. I’m really glad we found someone trustworthy and reliable to care for our 3 dogs and we’ll be using her when we go away again.

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Christie R.
Sitter Profile Image: Delaney H.
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Delaney H.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
10 years of experience
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA, 92506

Sent a pic and took the pups for a walk.

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Sitter Profile Image: Destiny W.
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Destiny W.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Riverside, CA, 92507

Destiny is very caring and excellent communicator ! Flexible and energetic! She keeps your pet safe and locks up home safely. She does a good job! We love her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Gael M.
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Gael M.
$20
total per visit
2 years of experience
Eastside, Riverside, CA, 92507

About: Through volunteering at an animal shelter, I’ve had the opportunity to work with many kinds of dogs. From senior dogs to puppies! All of which I am capable of caring for. I’m currently a full time student at RCC, I major in music so I have a flexible schedule that can accommodate any of my clients demands. I will play with your pets and give them unconditional love and affection. They will receive a walk and a free treat. If there are special needs or requests, I ask you to let me know.

Sitter Profile Image: Meghan H.
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Meghan H.
$49
total per visit
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA, 92507

About: *For first time clients, it is important for me to have a Meet and Greet so that I can get to know your pet and you. So please book in your requests in advance* Hello! I’m new to Rover but I have taken care of dogs since I was 8. I have 6 dogs at home and volunteer at a Humane Society, so I have experience with all kinds of dogs. I love animals and wish to help you with walking, check-in’s, or house-sitting. I can also help you with whatever responsibilities you wish for me to take care of while you are away! I'm currently on break, so I will have plenty of time to care of your pets. I'm available on weekdays and weekends between any reasonable times, just check my availability for any updates. Your pet’s safety and care is my top priority. I will treat them like my own pet and will carefully follow any instructions left to keep your pet comfortable. I know trust is important so I can provide regular photos and updates.

Sitter Profile Image: Allison T.
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Allison T.
$24
total per visit
6 years of experience
Riverside, CA, 92521

About: I’ve been around dogs my entire life! I regularly walked my neighbors dog around the neighborhood during covid. Dog sat a family friends dog while they were on vacation! I work well with big dogs as well! I’m currently a student. Mondays, tuesdays, wednesdays, thursdays work the best. Weekends depends on what time of the day. Please let me know what days you are needed. I can let your dog in and out of his/hers crate if needed. I can give fresh water and feed if needed as well. I will avoid any big parks with other dogs if your dog is reactive or scared!

Sitter Profile Image: Heather W.
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Heather W.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
7 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Riverside, CA, 92507

As usual Heather was an awesome caretaker for our babies. The care and concern she shows for the girls is always appreciated. We even had a slight issue at our home that was unrelated and she took care of it.

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicole G.
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Nicole G.
$32
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
14 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Mission Grove, Riverside, CA, 92508

Nicole is an incredible caregiver to our dogs. We use her services to feed and let our dogs run around in the backyard when we can’t be there. It would be very easy to sit back during this time, but Nicole takes the extra effort to interact with our dogs and give them lots of love and attention. She even offers to bring her own treats and toys for our dogs. She mailed us printed pictures of our dogs after her first visit. She also brings our packages to the back porch and messages us after we return home to check on our dogs and we get lots of great pictures of them while we’re away. Selfishly, I don’t want to leave this glowing review of Nicole because I want to keep her all to myself. 😀

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Sitter Profile Image: Alyson G.
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Alyson G.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Riverside, CA, 92507

Alyson was amazing with our cats while we were gone for a week. They warmed up to her pretty quickly and she was very thoughtful about making sure they had everything we needed. She even sent us daily photos and check ins for the cats which we really appreciated :) I would totally rebook her for next time and recommend others to do the same!

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Floriana M.
Sitter Profile Image: Samantha G.
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Samantha G.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
5 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Riverside, CA, 92507

Samantha took very good care of my 4 cats while I was away. They all were happy and healthy when I returned. Everything remained tidy and Samantha was even sweet enough to bring in a package! Thank you Samantha from Simon, Coco, Tsuki and Suly and I.

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Suzanne M.
Sitter Profile Image: Nicole V.
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Nicole V.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
15 years of experience
Eastside, Riverside, CA, 92507

About: I had many pets of my own all my life, from little kittens to big pitbulls♥️ i love pets and i adapt to their needs and personalities, playful,lazy🤭,friendly, i don’t have any professional experience but i can bathe them, walk them and helo with potty training! I currently have a part time job with only 4-5 hrs a day, my schedule is always different so i can always be available anytime or any day after those few hours. I don’t own a home yet so i am not able to fully have your pet at my place of residence but i can take him all day around with me shopping or to the park☺️

Sitter Profile Image: Jaden L.
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Jaden L.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA, 92506

Jaden was absolutely wonderful to communicate with. Kept me updated and checked on our dog’s food and water. Look forward to booking with him again in the future.

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Nicole S.
Sitter Profile Image: Laurel A.
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Laurel A.
$32
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Riverside, CA, 92504

My puppy loved her!! She was so flexible knowing I just got her and have been working on training her. They worked on crate manners, got some cuddles, and potty breaks! Will definitely be a returning client :)

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Naylea M.
Sitter Profile Image: Anna F.
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Anna F.
$39
total per visit
5 years of experience
Riverside, CA, 92501

About: I’ve cared for animals ranging from baby bunnies to horses, so I understand that every pet has different needs, personalities, and routines. While in college, I helped care for a stranger’s baby bunny for multiple nights on many occasions, making sure it stayed healthy, comfortable, and properly cared for. I also have experience around horses, which taught me patience, responsibility, and how important it is to stay calm and attentive with animals. Because of that background, caring for dogs and cats feels very natural to me. I’m comfortable handling feeding schedules, walks, playtime, cleaning up, and giving pets lots of attention so they feel safe while you’re away. I’ve also been dog-sitting for relatives since I was a child, so being around pets and helping care for them has always been a normal part of my life. I genuinely enjoy bonding with animals and making sure they’re not just watched, but actually cared for. Pet care fits well into my routine as a college student because I currently have a flexible schedule and a good amount of free time outside of classes and studying. I’m able to consistently make time for feeding, walks or playtime, cleaning, and giving attention to pets throughout the day. Having open availability also allows me to adapt to unexpected needs and stay dependable with daily care responsibilities. When I pet sit, I make sure pets are cared for in a safe, clean, and comfortable environment. I follow the owner’s instructions closely, including feeding schedules, walks, playtime, and any specific routines the pet is used to. I pay attention to the pet’s behavior and comfort level to help them feel relaxed while their owner is away. I also make sure the home stays clean and secure by keeping doors and gates closed, removing anything unsafe, and maintaining a calm environment for the pet.

Sitter Profile Image: Candace W.
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Candace W.
$32
total per visit
12 years of experience
University, Riverside, CA, 92507

About: I've been taking care of dogs for over 10 years, including walking, overnight sitting and checking in to give exercise and feeding. I have a soft spot for dogs! I am available most days, evenings, including weekends, so I have a lot of free time to play with your dogs and take care of your kitties! I have a very large, completely fenced in yard. It has a huge area to run and I don't even mind if your dog likes to dig! It is completely secure, has open space to run as well as plenty of shade if needed.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Delaney took excellent care of my two kitties while I was away! She always arrived on-time for their drop-in visits and she took some super cute pics of them that I appreciated (: 10/10 would recommend!

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Rebecca A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

This was the second time that Quetzaly has taken care of our cats and both times have been fantastic experiences! This time was for a week and we couldn't have asked for a more attentive, engaged sitter. The cats always seemed very happy and the pictures we were sent were great! We would definitely work with Quetzaly again and highly recommend her!

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Emily M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Douglas always takes such wonderful care of my senior kitties while I’m gone. They love when he visits. He’s the first person I contact every time I make plans to go out of town.

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Shellsea S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Everything was great. My pets were taken care of while I was away. She was flexible and available for last minute changes. Overall happy with the service.

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Wendy B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Konstantin did amazing taking care of my cats. I received numerous photos during the few days and had no worries with my cats!

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Alyson G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thanks again for all the great care of our dogs. We appreciate all that you do to ensure our dogs are well taken care of in our absence. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Rose T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We loved having Deja do the check ins with our dogs. She was very nice and great with the dogs. She communicated & shared pictures! The dogs warmed up to her quickly the first time she came over to meet them. We will definitely reach out again next time we need a check in!

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Amanda S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ellie has been a wonderfully reliable and consistent cat sitter for our two kitties. She tries to come at a consistent time of day and is very good with the updates on our kitties. Would highly recommend.

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Ray A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jaden was absolutely wonderful to communicate with. Kept me updated and checked on our dog’s food and water. Look forward to booking with him again in the future.

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Nicole S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I love how she kept us in the loop the entire trip, and took lots of photos. He looked happy in all of them which makes us feel great.

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Allie Y.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Heather was amazing. Made us feel very much at ease while we were on our trip. She went above and beyond and even helped us with some light housework. She even brought our kitties a new toy! Will definitely book again. Thank you Heather!!

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Gabriel V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sam and Emily were wonderful dog sitters for our two dogs, Rocco (Boston Terrier) and Chloe (Great Dane). They kept us updated with frequent messages and adorable pictures, which we really appreciated. They were attentive to important details and communicated everything clearly. We especially loved how patient they were with our Great Dane, who can be a big scaredy-cat. We felt completely at ease knowing our dogs were in their care and would highly recommend them!

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Yvonne M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We loved Destiny! Specially my dog, Hope and she even made sure to give my cats some love, even though they were not part of the plan! Thanks so much for always keeping me informed and for being so nice to my baby girl! I would 100!! Recommend Destiny! Having her watch my baby has been a piece of mind.

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Laura M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Any is amazing! She’s reliable, caring, and my dogs adore her. She plays with them in the yard, gives them tons of love, and follows all my directions perfectly. I always feel at ease knowing they’re in her hands!

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Cameron G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Tori is great!! We are repeat customers of hers now and will continue to use her :) Great updates, thorough communication, and so easy to work with!!! Thank you so much ❤️

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Sarah Q.
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in University on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $25 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.

If you’re searching for a University pet sitter for the first time, visit the pet sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a pet sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Jun 2026, there are 4,898 pet sitters in University. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 86% of University pet sitters respond in under an hour.

Pet sitters in University have an average of 16 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in University.

Rover makes it easy to find University 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

There are 4,898 pet sitters in University on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In University, 97% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 90% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.

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.

Note: If your pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.