Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in University South, Palo Alto
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1. Emma Z.

“Emma was an incredible sitter! She was very communicative and flexible with last minute changes and requests! She sent daily photos and asked questions whenever she was unsure of something which we really appreciated. Our babies were happy when we came home and the house was tidy. Would definitely book with Emma again!”


2. GUILHERME P.
“Gui is my go-to whenever I need help with Samantha, my 14-yo senior golden retriever. She’s overweight and needs to exercise more. Besides walking her a few times a week in the neighborhood, he has even taken her for local, slightly longer hikes to help her lose weight and be entertained! He genuinely cares about animal health and well-being. Whenever I have to spend the night out of town, I know I can count on him to take care of her (which includes giving her her meds and applying ointment in her paws). She loves him so much, to the point I am almost jealous! You can trust him, he is very committed and trustworthy.”


3. Danielle V.

“Danielle is absolutely awesome. She has looked after our kitty once before and he totally remembered her. He was super excited and happy to see her when she visited, which was evident from the many great pics she sent us. Danielle is very kind, professional and a great communicator. We hope to be able to work with her again, our kitty will be so happy to see her!”


4. Adam H.

“Adam was great: very patient and consistent. He took great care of my cat sasha who is very shy around people. Adam spent time petting and playing with him. sasha looked happy in the photos he sent me everyday!”


5. Kellie T.

“Our cat is very quirky and particular. But Kellie took great notes and followed through with all of his weird needs. She provided fantastic care.”


6. Yeri S.

“Yeri was able to help us at the last minute. She was very accommodating and did a very nice job taking care of our two cats. I felt very safe having her in our home and will definitely reach out to her again.”


7. Jamie H.
“Jamie Hegg is amazing with dogs. She’s watched my dog multiple times, and every single time has been smooth, stress-free, and honestly my dog might like her more than me. No joke, there have been a few times when I come back and my pup looks at me like, “Oh… you again?” Jamie just has that calm, friendly energy dogs love. She’s reliable, caring, and clearly knows how to make dogs feel safe and happy. I can’t recommend her enough.”


8. Wenxin S.

“Lucia went above and beyond to care for my two pups going through major lifestyle changes and separation anxiety. I really appreciate her attention to detail, kindness, and patience. She put my pups before anything else and didn’t mind staying overtime a bit for them and wait for them to settle down before leaving. I would recommend her to any pet parent!”


9. Mya G.
“Mya is reliable, responsible and very caring, and loving to my dog. I would highly recommend Mya to house sit, dog walk or pet sit. Cheers”


10. Kathryn W.

“This is the second time Kathryn has helped with our golden retriever puppy, Noodle! She always sends pictures and updates of how he is doing and is very easy to work with. Will continue booking with Kathryn for our puppy needs :)”


11. Rebecca B.
“Rebecca did an excellent job taking care of our pets! We have very needy dogs, and she handled them with patience, care, and professionalism. They’ve become very set in their ways in the old age and Rebecca has been with them through many stages of their lives, even caring for one of them a couple weeks after surgery which required her to help the dog use the restroom and be given medicine multiple times a day. She kept us updated, followed all instructions perfectly, and clearly has a genuine love for animals. Our cat also warmed up to her quickly, which says a lot (unless you have treats)! We always came home to happy, well-cared-for pets, and a clean space. I would absolutely recommend Rebecca to anyone looking for a reliable and compassionate pet sitter.”


12. Katie C.

“Katie took great care of my golden retriever and was punctual and a good communicator”


13. Michael P.
About: With over 20 years of pet care experience, I understand how important walks are for dogs. Growing up with golden retrievers my whole life, I know they have an abundance of energy that they can’t keep cooped up all day. The same goes for your furry friend as well. I understand that here in Palo Alto there are plenty of dogs who are stuck inside and eager to partake in one of their favorite activities, walking! I understand proper dog walking etiquete and know that you can trust in me to provide your dog with excellent exercise day in and day out. Side note: As a former athlete, if your dog has extra energy, I can take them for a run as well! I currently work full time. Dog walking will work for me on most mornings/afternoons/evenings. I usually have availability from 6am-7am, and availability from 4pm-8pm during weekdays. On weekends I have all day availability. As a dog walker I will make sure that your dog is safe with me. I stick to sidewalks and avoid busy intersections. I also have the patience to handle the different behaviors and habits of dogs during their walk.


14. Julia K.

“Julia was the best. She took care of my cat for 4 days. This was the first time, our kitty was left alone, so she was very stressed and not herself behavior wise. Monet threw up multiple times and Julia took care of cleaning the space, making sure Monet was healthy and eating well. Julia was very patient with Monet and made sure she was extremely comfortable. Will definitely recommend Julia.”


15. Kayla J.
“Kayla is an exceptional pet caregiver! She's responsible, attentive, and truly cares for animals. With Kayla, your pets will receive the love and care they deserve. Highly recommend! - Kendra C.”


16. Cameron G.

“Cameron has been helping with the care of our senior dog whenever we're out of town for about a year now. It's great to have someone who is responsive and consistent. Highly recommend!”


17. Caroline W.

“Caroline is amazing! She was able to fill in for an emergency sitting request and take care of my boys. They love her, and she takes great care of them, and provides great updates and pictures throughout. I fully recommend her!”


18. Kiara G.
“Kiara has cared for my family's dog on multiple occasions. She is attentive and genuinely cares about the animals she is in charge of! Our dog Luna loves her and is never sad when we are away all because of her!”


19. Yahosca Q.

“She took great care of our dog. Would absolutely book her again!”


20. Kyla G.
“Kyla has been walking my dog, Macie for 3 years now. She is extremely professional and always shows up on time and cares for Macie as a parent herself. I’m so glad to have found her to care for Macie. Macie always looks super excited to meet Kyla. I’ve had her stay over with Macie a couple of times while I’ve been out of town due to my job and Macie always looks healthy and happy when I get back home.”
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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 South.
Rover makes it easy to find University South 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.
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.
