Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in University Heights, Tempe, AZ
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“I am so lucky to have found Shanae to drop in and watch Scout. She always takes pictures, comes when is scheduled, and Scout is always excited to see her. Until next time! Thank you!”
“I’ve worked with Diana almost 2 years now and she’s excellent! It’s a huge peace of mind knowing my cat is being watched by her. Highly recommend her for any pet sitting you need!”
“Estefany did such a great job watching after my Persian cat while I was on work travel. I felt my cat was in good hands each day I was away. I would easily recommend her! Thank you so much!”
About: I’ve head pets for as long as i can remember and I've Dogs specifically since 2012. Im a super huge dog person and have dog/house sit for my own pets and for others. Im currently a full-time student at ASU and will be available at random but likely will be available on weekends and Wednesday and Friday. But for the most part i will make myself available at random. I am currently living in a small apartment near campus and don’t pet supplies at my own home. But i can get some if necessary. And if they were to stay at my place i have two roommates who don’t mind dogs in the slightest and no pets.
“Kylee was amazing! She stopped by on such short notice and was very kind! My puppies even loved her! Would highly recommend and will definitely be using her in the future! Thank you so much!”
“Lorissa is absolutely the best! Leo loves her just as much as me now it seems. She sent so many photos while I was on vacation to make sure I knew he was ok. I highly recommend her to check on your sweet pets! :)”
“Claudia was great! My elderly cat needed the extra visits for feedings but all the cats needed to be fed while I was gone. My elderly gent and his younger brother immediately took to Claudia and she gave them all the loves. The photos at each visit let me know my fluffs were doing well.”
“Jovita was so awesome! So so good w/ both my dogs, one with past trauma leading to aggression at times. She gave him the space he needed all while filling his needs (potty breaks and food). She kept me updated, sent pics, and was great communicating. I will request her again any day to take care of my pups. Highly recommend!”
“Taylor was great! Our dogs can be a little tricky, but she did great with them! She was very punctual, provided lots of information after each visit, and made sure to keep us updated!”
“Abigail is amazing! We needed someone to watch our two dogs and she took such great care of them. One of our dogs is a bit stubborn and Abigail managed to make her comfortable. We will be reaching out again in the future. Thank you!”
“Very sweet person! I can see the love for animals she has, I knew my cat was in amazing hands. Highly recommend Avery for watching your pets and I’ll come back to her for future drop-in visits!”
About: I've loved animals and had a childhood dog, Chubby (a suspected spitz mix). But as a grad student who can't stay in the same place forever, I don't have the stability to have my own dog these days. I would love to help others take care of their babies! I am very patient and love taking walks. During the summer, I'll be working part time teaching Korean in the middle of the day. I am available in the early morning, late afternoon, and evenings Mondays through Thursday, and all day most Fridays and weekends. I am very mindful of pet safety--my cat is indoors only and he's never escaped or gotten lost (except for a 30-second adventure when he was a kitten), and I'm very patient with dogs on leashes and won't let them pull or run off.
“Kimberly was great with my baby Leo who needs a lot of love. He had some recent medical issues that needed monitored and she gave me a detailed report about him daily letting me know he was doing well. Will definitely book with her again!”
About: I have had my dog Teddy since I was 13. I’ve seen him in many different stages and how his care and needs have changed now that he is a senior. I am very attentive and detail oriented and can walk your dog as needed. I am an online grad student so my schedule is very flexible! I also currently have a fully remote internship that I can do anywhere. When in a client’s home I follow any and all instructions that are given as well as sticking to the pet’s routine if they have one
About: I’ve been around dogs since I can remember and taking care of dogs since I was 10. I have been trusted with various friends and family’s dogs and know how to clean up, bathe, feed, play, and love your dog(s)! I am currently back home for the summer and working part time as a lifeguard! I typically am available most of the day when I am not working. My work schedule varies, but I will always make time to fit your dogs in during my day! I am constantly monitoring your dog to make sure they aren’t getting themselves into trouble and also being aware of anything they may need while also giving them as much attention as they need! I love hanging out with dogs and want to have fun with your dog while also making sure they’re taken care of!
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Shanae F.Star Sitter
“I am so lucky to have found Shanae to drop in and watch Scout. She always takes pictures, comes when is scheduled, and Scout is always excited to see her. Until next time! Thank you!”
Diana G.Star Sitter
“I’ve worked with Diana almost 2 years now and she’s excellent! It’s a huge peace of mind knowing my cat is being watched by her. Highly recommend her for any pet sitting you need!”
Steph H.
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“Steph was great! All of the pictures she sent ensured that my pup was in good hands! I’d definitely recommend letting Steph take care of your pets while away from home.”
Estefany C.Star Sitter
“Estefany did such a great job watching after my Persian cat while I was on work travel. I felt my cat was in good hands each day I was away. I would easily recommend her! Thank you so much!”
Hunter H.
“Hunter is very dependable, responsible and great with dogs. I have used him to dog sit my dog multiple times and I have been very happy with his service and my dog loves him too!”
Bryce K.
“Bryce was once again great with our dogs! He sent multiple pictures and updates during the drop in visit. Our dogs are always well taken care of by Bryce :)”
Kylee H.
“Kylee was amazing! She stopped by on such short notice and was very kind! My puppies even loved her! Would highly recommend and will definitely be using her in the future! Thank you so much!”
Lorissa W.
“Lorissa is absolutely the best! Leo loves her just as much as me now it seems. She sent so many photos while I was on vacation to make sure I knew he was ok. I highly recommend her to check on your sweet pets! :)”
Claudia S.
“Claudia was great! My elderly cat needed the extra visits for feedings but all the cats needed to be fed while I was gone. My elderly gent and his younger brother immediately took to Claudia and she gave them all the loves. The photos at each visit let me know my fluffs were doing well.”
Jovita N.
“Jovita was so awesome! So so good w/ both my dogs, one with past trauma leading to aggression at times. She gave him the space he needed all while filling his needs (potty breaks and food). She kept me updated, sent pics, and was great communicating. I will request her again any day to take care of my pups. Highly recommend!”
Taylor M.
“Taylor was great! Our dogs can be a little tricky, but she did great with them! She was very punctual, provided lots of information after each visit, and made sure to keep us updated!”
Abigail G.
“Abigail is amazing! We needed someone to watch our two dogs and she took such great care of them. One of our dogs is a bit stubborn and Abigail managed to make her comfortable. We will be reaching out again in the future. Thank you!”
Avery H.
“Very sweet person! I can see the love for animals she has, I knew my cat was in amazing hands. Highly recommend Avery for watching your pets and I’ll come back to her for future drop-in visits!”
Crystal D.Star Sitter
“Crystal was fantastic! She was very dedicated to taking great care of our babies while we were out of town. We felt at ease knowing our babies were in safe hands!”
Sue Hyon B.
“Sue and I used to be roommates and she took great care of my dog when I was out of town. She's very responsible and takes great pics, still some of my favorite goofy pics of my baby :)”
Kimberly S.
“Kimberly was great with my baby Leo who needs a lot of love. He had some recent medical issues that needed monitored and she gave me a detailed report about him daily letting me know he was doing well. Will definitely book with her again!”
Emma B.
“Emma did a fantastic job, would definitely book with her again!”
Rachel P.
“Rachel is a a kind and compassionate sitter. I will keep her in mind for the next time. Rachel provided great check-ins and provided excellent care for my dog.”
Arianna N.
About: I have had my dog Teddy since I was 13. I’ve seen him in many different stages and how his care and needs have changed now that he is a senior. I am very attentive and detail oriented and can walk your dog as needed. I am an online grad student so my schedule is very flexible! I also currently have a fully remote internship that I can do anywhere. When in a client’s home I follow any and all instructions that are given as well as sticking to the pet’s routine if they have one
Annabella M.
“Annabella is by far one of the most trustworthy people who has ever pet sat for me and my family. I have 3 Italian mastiff's (Cane Corso). They are my friendly giants but most people are intimidated when they see them. They each weigh 120+ lbs each and they come up to the heights of my hip. For reference I'm 5'8. But she took impeccable care of them. She followed all of the instructions Ieft with her and all parties seemed more than happy. Since her first time she's come back approximately 5 more times to watch while on vacation. My family, including the dogs, love having her around and we all look forward to her presence. I find comfort knowing my dogs will be safe with her.”
University Heights pet parents share their Rover experiences
Claudia was great! My elderly cat needed the extra visits for feedings but all the cats needed to be fed while I was gone. My elderly gent and his younger brother immediately took to Claudia and she gave them all the loves. The photos at each visit let me know my fluffs were doing well.
Amazing service!! I had a last-minute longer term booking and I was worried I wouldn't find a sitter in time, much less one that would care for my cat as I would. Kimberly was a perfect match and shows up always attentive, always compassionate for my Lily girl. She really pays attention to all of her needs and caters to her uniqur personality. Lily seems to love her company and I'm so so grateful💓 Kimberly also regularly checks in to ask questions and send pics, the communication is spectacular! 12/10 recommend
Alyssa is fabulous! She went above and beyond to ensure that our kitties were well looked after while my husband and I were on vacation. She sent thorough text updates and lots of pictures after each visit, and our kitties were calm and happy when we returned home. Which is a great sign that they felt safe and comfortable while we were away! Alyssa was great with our shy kitties, and they loved her. We will definitely (hopefully) be booking with Alyssa again in the future!
Jordan was fantastic! I was apprehensive because I have never used a sitter outside of friends and family before. She was phenomenal! I was completely at ease with her taking care of our cat. She sent updates throughout the day. Even more phenomenal, there was an issue with a key to our home where the key broke inside the lock. Jordan went to the hardware store and got the key replaced without our asking her to. She was fantastic and we will definitely utilize her services in the future! I can’t speak highly enough of her.
Alaina was amazing with my cat Blue! She was super communicative, reliable, and made me feel completely at ease while I was away. I came home to a happy, well-cared-for kitty and everything just as I left it. I really appreciated the updates and photos she sent — it was clear Blue was in great hands. I’ll definitely be booking with her again!
Mel was great, she did a fantastic job taking care of our Nessie, you could see Nessie really liked Mel and we loved getting all the pictures and report cards for each and every visit. Would highly recommend Mel and will be happy to reach out to her next time we need a sitter or walker.
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in University Heights on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $39 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in University Heights.
Rover makes it easy to find University Heights 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
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.
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