Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in University District, Detroit
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1. Mary Kay G.


“Mary Kay is great! They were willing to look after my babies short notice and they gave me detailed updates on how my animals are doing every visit! 10/10 would recommend!”


2. Ally M.
“Ally did an amazing job with my 3 pups! She was on time and took good care of them. I will definitely be booking with her again in the future!”


3. Kay M.

“This was our first experience with Rover. Kristin did a great job dropping in to visit, feed and let out our new puppy. I loved the photos she sent! We will definitely book her again.”


4. Audrey U.

“Audrey was great! She did everything and more and it was great to be able to have someone like Audrey take care of Zooey. Would definitely use again!”


5. Merritt F.

“Merritt was AWESOME with our little girls, Roxy and Jessie! Thank you very much, Merritt for being so reliable and sweet with them. You helped us get Jessie acclimated in her first month home from rescue! We will definitely call on you again in the future.”


6. Lauren B.


“Lauren was, once again, absolutely fantastic. She was incredibly flexible with some last minute changes on my travel plans, and always sends so so many pictures of my little man to keep my mind at ease.”


7. Victoria R.

“Victoria is awesome! She took amazing care of our cat, kept in contact me with and we got lots of pictures. I highly recommend her. I will for sure be contacting her again for pet services.”


8. Christopher & Angelique F.
“Chris was an ABSOLUTE GEM with my beautiful boy, Puddles. I am a nervous dog momma and he sent me status updates and pictures of my boy while I was on vacation. I will definitely trust him to watch Puddles again. Thanks Chris!”


9. Brianna M.

“Amazing!!! I’ll be honest, I was a little nervous handing my babies over to a compete stranger. Brianna exceeded all my expectations and both of my pups seemed to love her. I would recommend her to anyone looking to have their babies taken care of while they are away and I can’t wait to use her services again in the future. ?”


10. Rachel B.
“Rachel is absolutely the best dog sitter we've ever worked with. Her timing was prompt, her communication was fantastic, and she went over and above on multiple occasions, including gracefully working with our oldest dog who had been scared by fireworks, making sure all of our pups' needs were met. We can't thank her enough!”




11. Genelle M.

“Genelle was great with my baby boy and was incredibly flexible given the short notice. She thought about things that I had not even considered. She definitely took what seemed to be a stressful situation and turned it into a simple process. I would definitely recommend her!”


12. Olivia P.
“Olivia loves dogs. She is also very responsible and can keep up with any dog. No one is more qualified to walk or take care of dogs than her.”


13. Sam Q.

“Sam Q was great. She understood complicated directions and fed, watered, and medicated my elderly kitty. Would definitely recommend, and will book again myself with, Sam Q.”


14. Laurie P.
“We've been relying on Laurie to help care for our 2 dogs for YEARS whenever we needed a hand. We tried to kennel our dogs once and they hated it. Ever since then, whenever we have a trip out of town that the pups can't join us on or if we have a long day at work and need someone to let them out, our first call is always to Laurie. She's always kind and gentle with the pups and can handle any special request we throw her way (medication needs, walk schedules, etc). We can't recommend Laurie enough! If you're looking for a trustworthy partner in pet care AND a new best friend for your pet(s), look no further!”


15. Claudia P.

“Claudia is AMAZING! I will rebook with her over and over, she’s flexible and attentive and so kind. She is awesome with my puppy and he always looks so happy to be with her 😊”


16. Audrey A.
“Audrey has stayed in our home overnight with our dog and cat, she sends pics/updates and is amazing with our babies! Would hire her again!”


17. Kaitlin H.
About: Yes, I am the person greeting your dog first. I can't help it! I've lived with and cared for all kinds of dogs, from pugs to pitties. I looked after an 17 year old hound dog, and have most recently been enjoying the adventure of raising a rottie boy from a pup. I've done all manner of clean ups, managed medicine schedules, and walked at every pace you can imagine in any weather you can imagine. I'm keen on helping pups meet their needs, be it exercise, play, training, or even a lil' hip massage. I'm in! Caring for my own pup helped me to heal from workplace burnout, so I'm working to make pet care a larger part of my life. That said, I am working part-time and have a lot of flexibility, particularly when I have ample notice or a consistent schedule. At the same time, the nature of my work now means I'm sometimes available on short notice, too. When caring for your pet in their home, I'm always happy to follow any instruction you have, and I'm big on leaving no trace that I've been there. I'm comfortable being captured on your pet cam, and will always triple-check that I've adequately secured both your pet and your home when leaving. Should your dog come to stay with me and my pup (2.5 yrs), they'll be in a two story home with a fenced in yard. I have a medium and large crate on site, as well as a small soft crate, and a variety of gates and beds/cots. In instances where solo time is preferred, my pup can often go for a slumber party at his uncle's place if needed.


18. Rhea B.
“Rhea is such a caring, responsible person. She is great with dogs of all breeds and treats each as if they are her own- giving them plenty of exercise, socialization and love! I wouldn't hesitate to leave my dog with her while I'm away and would recommend her to anyone looking for someone to care for a four-legged family member.”


19. Tony & Victoria B.
About: Hello we are a a pet loving couple with a large home in University District Detroit. We have two dogs of our own and have over a decade of pet ownership each. We have an eight year old St. Bernard who is a lovable couch potato and a two year old corgi who runs the house. We have a large fenced in back yard, plenty of treats, a literal trunk of toys, and plenty of attention to provide. Happy to show you our home before your visit as well as walk through and treat and diet restrictions. While your dog stays with us we will provide a bed, a cage (if needed), and a daily walks and play time to meet their physical needs. Please feel free to ask any questions, set any boundaries for your pets (like no furniture), and we will work with you to make your pets stay the best possible for them! Tony works from home and Victoria is a stay at home dog mom. This gives an incredible flexibility to meet all your pets needs as someone will always be available. We treat your pets as if they are our own. We have owned pers for over 40 years combined and understand how special they are to their families. We will provide walks, treats, medicine, love, and whatever else is required to meet your needs.


20. Rita V.
“Rita has spent many years around dogs in formal training capacities. Personally, she has a strong instinct for communication with domestic animals of all kinds and is a loving and gentle caregiver to them. Your pets are safe and considered in her care.”
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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 University District on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 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.
As of Jul 2024, there are 451 pet sitters in University District. 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, 85% of University District pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in University District have an average of 15 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 District.
Rover makes it easy to find University District 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 451 pet sitters in University District on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In University District, 97% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 97% 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.
