Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in University Row, Dayton, OH

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Sitter Profile Image: Rachael K.
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Rachael K.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Dayton, OH, 45405

Rachael was a breeze to coordinate with and clearly cared for my pups like they were her own. She kept me updated throughout, which gave me great peace of mind. Highly recommend!

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Carrie C.
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Yolena M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
5 repeat clients
12 years of experience
North Riverdale, Dayton, OH, 45405

Yolena was incredibly helpful and left robust notes at the end of her visit that left me feeling sure that my baby was well-taken care of. She communicated well and even helped with mail without being asked. Would highly recommend Yolena to any pet parent!

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Elizabeth M.
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Sara L.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
9 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Historic Inner East, Dayton, OH, 45403

Sara has been great with my corgi, Cersei! She is always on time and has been incredibly flexible with my schedule. She is also very considerate with Cersei and accommodating to her needs for the past few months and Cersei loves her. She will continue to be my go-to whenever I need someone to help with Cersei.

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Danny M.
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Bradley M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
321 reviews
86 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Shroyer Park, Dayton, OH, 45419

Bradley did drop-in visits last weekend while we were out of town for an overnight trip. We have two rescue dogs who can be a bit needy, but they did fine with Bradley coming in and out to care for them. We're happy to have found Bradley and would highly recommend him.

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Marilyn B.
Sitter Profile Image: Brooke C.
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Brooke C.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
14 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Dayton, OH, 45402

Brooke is incredibly sweet and loved on our babies like her own! She took the time to stop over before our scheduled drop in visits to meet my pups and I really appreciated how much she cared. Brooke took multiple photos and my boys loved playing with her very much. We are super excited to schedule more drop in visits with Brooke in the future!

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Allison C.
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Brittany H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
12 repeat clients
25 years of experience
South Park, Dayton, OH, 45410

Brittany took excellent care of my kitties while I was away on a trip. My cats are usually shy of strangers but they seemed to be comfortable around her, which was really great. I would fully recommend her as a sitter for others based on my experience.

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Emma M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
11 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Belmont, Dayton, OH, 45420

Emma was great! She was prompt and very attentive to my pet during visits. Emma included multiple photos and a brief recap for each visit which I really appreciated. I can't recommend her enough!

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Kyle B.
Sitter Profile Image: Britany R.
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Britany R.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
9 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Oregon, Dayton, OH, 45402

Britany is the best! She is great with my cat Pierre and always sends the cutest pictures of him. He’s very comfortable with her! She is very reliable, trustworthy and friendly overall.

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Sierra H.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
156 reviews
47 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Old North Dayton, Dayton, OH, 45404

Sierra took great care of our 2 kitties and our turtle! We came home to a clean house, clean litter boxes, and plenty of food and water for everyone. We loved all the pictures she sent us each day as well. We would definitely hire Sierra again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Shaelyn R.
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Shaelyn R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
183 reviews
60 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Historic Inner East, Dayton, OH, 45402

Shaelyn was amazing with managing my new puppy during drop ins and an absolute life saver during the week when I had to work. Super thankful for all the effort and time she put in with my pup!

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Sitter Profile Image: Tanna W.
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Tanna W.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Dayton, OH, 45402

Friendly, great communication, great with the dogs!

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Monroe B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
72 reviews
20 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Walnut Hills, Dayton, OH, 45410

Monroe has been great with checking on our cats! She always writes a great summary of each visit, and takes precious photos! We feel so confident that our cats are getting so much love when she comes to visit :) we are grateful for Monroe, and will definitely ask to book with her for our future travels!!

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Haley H.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
161 reviews
62 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Kettering, OH, 45409

Haley did a wonderful job watching our cats. The photos and the updates were great and we felt totally confident that our cats were in great care.

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Shannon C.
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casey h.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
25 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Residence Park, dayton, OH, 45417

She’s the first sitter that my “scaredy cat” didn’t hide from on the first day!! Connects really well with the animals!

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Madison M.
Sitter Profile Image: Ida C.
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Ida C.
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$15
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6 years of experience
Dayton, OH, 45409

About: I love dogs! I take them on walks, day trips, and I do week-long stays. I’ve cared for multiple dogs at once, including a variety of breeds and ages. I have a little special talent of teaching dogs new tricks! Growing up I have always been told I have a genuine bond for all dogs. Whether it’s a fun walk or a relaxing day, I ensure they’re happy and well cared for. As a college student home for the summer, I have plenty of time on my hands to care for your pets! I love spending time with animals and can easily fit pet care into my daily and weekly routine. I'm available for walks, drop-in visits, and house stays ranging from a couple of nights to even a full week. While there are a few weeks I’ll be out of town, I’m happy to work around those dates and be as flexible as possible to meet your needs! When I care for a client’s pets in their home, I treat them with the same love and attention I would as if they were mine. I follow their daily routine closely, including their feeding, walks, play time, or just sitting with them so they feel safe and comforted. I understand that being away from their family can be stressful, so I do my best to make them feel calm, happy, and loved. I also take care of the home with respect and keep everything clean and in order. I truly enjoy bonding with each pet and always keep the owners updated with cute photos and videos, so they know their pets are in good hands.

Sitter Profile Image: Marisha R.
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Marisha R.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Dayton, OH, 45402

Marisha has taken care of our 3 cats several times. She is conscientious and excellent at comminicating. She has also been willing to feed community cats (at our request) that stop by. She has gone above and beyond on a couple of occasions. I will hire her again.

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Kyri W.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
15 years of experience
Wright View, Dayton, OH, 45403

About: Hi, I’m Kyri! I’m a lifelong dog lover who knows every pup has their own personality, quirks, and favorite belly rub spot. Whether it’s long walks, cozy cuddle time, or keeping up with special routines, I make sure your dog feels loved and cared for while you’re away. I have experience with dogs of all sizes and temperaments, and I’m happy to send photo updates so you can see their tail wags in real time. My goal is to give your best friend the same care and attention I give my own 😊 so you can enjoy peace of mind knowing they’re safe, happy, and having fun. I can comfortably board 4 dogs at once. Please checkout my availability 😁 I work full-time as a CNC machinist on first shift (Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–3:30 pm), which allows me to provide pet care in the evenings and overnight. During the day, I can accommodate pets who are comfortable being crated for up to 8 hours, and I’m also happy to leave pets uncaged if they are well-behaved and safe in the home. After work, I’m available for walks, playtime, and lots of attention to make sure your pet feels loved and cared for. When caring for pets in my home, I make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved ❤️ with plenty of playtime in my fenced yard, walks to the nearby park, and lots of cuddles. I stick closely to each pet’s normal routine, including feeding schedules, medications, and any special care instructions, so they feel right at home. When I care for pets in a client’s home, I treat their space with the same respect I would my own, making sure pets are well-fed, exercised, and given attention while also keeping the home secure and tidy. In either setting, my goal is to provide a stress-free, happy experience for both pets and their people.

Sitter Profile Image: Anna F.
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Anna F.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Dayton, OH, 45416

Anna is awesome! She did a great job caring for our 6 kitties and a friendly stray outside that we feed while we were on vacation. Thank you!!! <3

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Sitter Profile Image: Julia M.
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Julia M.
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$15
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25 years of experience
Deweese, Dayton, OH, 45414

About: I have a great deal of passion for training dogs and horses. I've loved and cared for a multitude of different species, including a sheep! My routine is to come home, have some dinner, and then feed/play with my dog and cats. I'd love to spend time with more pets! It's imperative to me that petsitters understand individual pet body language & communicate with pet parents to ensure that every pet feels secure & comfortable.

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Heavyn-Ley F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Walnut Hills, Dayton, OH, 45410

A kind, communicative, and thorough pet sitter. She did a great job with my cat’s drop-in visits during the week and I had no issues. Attentive and did what I asked plus more! I’d recommend Heavyn-Ley.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Britany takes such great care of our two cats. She spends quality time with them and communicates as needed. We will continue to use Britany every time we travel. Thank you Britany!!!!!

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Steve
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Rachael was great and really tried to interact with out Torti who runs when anyone but immediate family shows up. She was even able to get a few sightings and pics to send us. Great cat care giver.

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

Great experience and we truly appreciated Yolena taking care of our 3 cats on such short notice! She gave great updates with photos, which put our mind at ease while we were away. She was extremely kind and followed instructions on the care we needed for each cat, and was very responsive if we had any concerns. Came home to happy cats and the house just as we had left it! Would absolutely recommend this sitter!

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Leahna W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

She’s the first sitter that my “scaredy cat” didn’t hide from on the first day!! Connects really well with the animals!

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

Mariah not only ease my concerns and stress; she was also so loving to my Queenie. This was Queenie and I first time and I highly recommend her. Queenie loved her and gained a new friend😊 will return in the future.

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

Marin took amazing care of my 91 lb Akita/ shepherd mix. He loves her - and all the walks and belly rubs!

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Sherry F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Anna is awesome! She did a great job caring for our 6 kitties and a friendly stray outside that we feed while we were on vacation. Thank you!!! <3

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

Morgan took excellent care of my two dogs and one cat. Both dogs had a combination of either medication to administer or special needs to deal with. Morgan was quite adaptable and communicated tremendously well with me while I was away. Thank you!

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William C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

This was our second time booking with Mercy. She’s extremely communicative and always makes sure we know what’s going on with our boys while we are away. She gives detailed visit notes and gives us pictures. She also blows us away every time by going over and above by sweeping/mopping after the dogs, taking out the trash, and even picking up around the house while she’s there. Absolutely the best sitter we’ve ever used, and will continue to be repeat customers.

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Kristen R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ella was wonderful to work with! She came wa h day and spent time with our indoor/outdoor cat, giving him the choice of where he wanted to be and making sure he had everything he needed. From the pictures I received, he played, he was loved on and he ate well. We couldn’t ask for anything more. We will be having Ella watch him again in the future.

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

Emily did an amazing job watching our kitties. She gave each lots of attention and even brushed them and sent cute pics. I felt so much at ease with her watching my crew. Definitely recommend!!

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

Maddie took great care of our cats, guinea pigs, and fish. Our most shy cat needed to be given medicine, and most days she was able to get her the medicine so I was impressed. Maddie is trustworthy, kind, and consistent.

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

A kind, communicative, and thorough pet sitter. She did a great job with my cat’s drop-in visits during the week and I had no issues. Attentive and did what I asked plus more! I’d recommend Heavyn-Ley.

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

Jeffery is very patient with our shy kitty - he spent all week getting her comfortable enough to come out of hiding and cuddle.

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Shane & Anna K.
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