Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in University Square, Tampa, FL
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Top rated University Square pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“AJ took such good care of my kitty while I was out of town for the holidays. On top of all the necessary care, he gave plenty of cuddles & extra play time. His sincere messages & photos gave me peace of mind while on vacation. I will definitely be hiring him again!”

“Sophia was a pleasure, she took great care of our old boy he seemed to have behaved very well with her. We’ll definitely be reaching out again for future babysitting sessions, Highly recommend her.”

About: I’ve had pets my entire life but I recently adopted my own cat named Joon. I’ve become financially responsible for him, as well as making sure he has everything he needs including proper dieting, being consistent in refreshing his litter box and playing with him often. I’ve also helped walk and house sit with dogs of all sorts of breeds ranging from Chinese Crestepoo to Hound dogs. I love all animals and I would love to be entrusted to care for yours as well ❤️ I’m a full time student at the University of South Florida. My schedule is free from 4-9pm on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays and 8-10 AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays and I’m always free on the weekends past noon. I care for pets by following their normal routine as closely as possible so they feel safe and comfortable. In a client’s home, I make sure pets are fed on schedule, have fresh water, get walks or playtime as needed, and receive lots of affection.
“Jennifer was absolutely amazing. She watched my Abyssinian cat for five days and if you know anything about Abyssinians, they become very attached to their owners and have extreme anxiety when they’re separated. She came to our house every day and stayed for a half an hour, not just feeding and caring for Bella, but playing with her and giving her the social interaction she needed. I definitely recommend Jennifer and will be using her again. Thank you so much Jennifer for caring for our baby, Bella!”


About: I have always had so much love for animals and have an 8 year old Havanese/ Maltese mix of my own. I love both cats and dogs. I’m a undergrad college student at the University of South Florida and have availability Tuesdays and Friday’s after my morning class. Weekends I am free all day and will give all my time to your pets. I will follow any directions given to assure that you and your pet feel comfortable with me being around to walk or baby sit in your home.
About: i have been taking care of dogs since i was 10. i have been relied on to feed, walk and love many dogs over the years and i would love to help out fellow pet parents who can know their baby is in safe hands. I am currently a student at USF so my schedule is pretty flexible. I am available on weekends and weekdays in the morning and afternoon/night! besides wednesdays i’m only available in the morning and at night. I will care for your pets in your own home to keep their schedule and daily life as normal as possible when you are gone!
“Troy is just an outstanding young man who no doubt is going to be successful at whatever he chooses to do. My 75 lb. Pitbull Scraps absolutely loves Troy and Troy is great with him. Troy is always punctual as well as flexible. He’s almost like a son to our family 🥰”

“Alina is reliable and she is great with Pablo. She treats him like family and cares for him exceptionally. She communicates promptly and openly. She’s a trusted sitter and someone I know I can count on to care for my baby.”

“Bianca went above and beyond had two trips back to back and one last minute and she said yes without hesitation. Communicative, attentive with my fur baby. Very recommended. I will definitely use her services again.”

“We met with Allyson and knew that she was going to be the perfect sitter for our pups. Her level of professionalism and frequency of communication really helped to ease our minds about our furry friends while away. Thank you Allyson.”

“We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! Our dogs were comfortable, happy, and well loved while we were away. Kathryn was dependable and made the whole experience stress-free for us. We’re so thankful for the flexibility she granted us and we would gladly book again!”

University Square pet parents share their Rover experiences
We appreciate Laura. She truly is an experience dog handler. We appreciated the “meet & greet” to introduce Our three rescue poodles to Laura. The 12 photos painted a wonderful happy time with Laura. Thank you. It put us at ease knowing a caring decision g friend was caring for our treasures.

Rachel did an excellent job caring for our two cats. She followed all instructions and sent thoughtful, detailed daily updates with plenty of photos. She was very patient (especially with one full of cattitude, little guy) and even managed to win over our other extremely shy kitty. We returned to happy cats and a tidy, well-organized home. We would absolutely recommend Rachel and would gladly book her again!

We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! Our dogs were comfortable, happy, and well loved while we were away. Kathryn was dependable and made the whole experience stress-free for us. We’re so thankful for the flexibility she granted us and we would gladly book again!

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The median cost per night for pet sitting in University Square is $18
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Pet Sitting FAQs
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 Square on Rover as of Mar 2026 was about $18 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 Square.
Rover makes it easy to find University Square 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.




















