Personalized care for your dog or cat - North Central
Highly-rated overnight sitters - North Central
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Lauren is absolutely WONDERFUL! She took great care of our Cleo. We loved the updates and photos. Clearly, Cleo had a blast. This was our family's first time using Rover. Lauren made the process delightful and easy. I highly recommend her.”
“Alex was the first host I used on Rover. I was a bit worried about using this app, but Alex made my first experience amazing! She is so friendly and truly has a heart for animals. I have already booked with her a few times since and my doggo loves to stay with her. She is very flexible and has even dropped my dog back off to me. I can’t recommend her enough! Thank you Alex for taking such good care of Amani!”
“Stockton had such a great time with Maolin, and he has major separation issues. She made him feel comfortable instantly and took him on a lot of awesome adventures! Would definitely book again!”
“Mary was wonderful! She sent at least one update a day, usually more, and my high energy doodle had such a great time with her and her husband and their own dogs. He got lots and lots of exercise with regular walks and zoomies in their giant backyard. We’d love to use Mary again!”
“Wonder with our needy and at times difficult dogs. This was our first big trip leaving our 2 dogs with someone other then close friends and we were very pleased with how they were cared for.”
“Our sweet boy, Franns, loves Sally so much! We cannot say her name unless it means we are headed to the car to take him to see her. It is obvious that Sally cares for Franns the same, as well. When we leave Franns in Sally's care, I have never once had to worry about his well-being, and that is a comfort I will never take for granted. We love Sally, for loving our big boy so well.”
“Lauren was great! Libby felt right at home and settled in really quickly. The huge fenced in back yard was definitely a plus and libby loved hanging out back there. We really appreciated how communicative and responsive Lauren was and we will definitely be using her again in the future!”
“My pup loves going to stay with Dawn! She’s so sweet and takes the best care of him! She sends photos of him throughout his stay, too, so I know he’s having a good time! Would always recommend! (:”
“My miniature Goldendoodle was in great spirits after her 7-day stay. I got plenty of updates. No issues were noted with her care. I would highly recommend them to anyone!”
“Megan and Jay took wonderful care of Loki! He clearly had a great time with plenty of walks and lots of backyard play. They kept me updated with great communication and photos, which I really appreciated. I would absolutely recommend them and will definitely book with them again. Thank you!”
“I didn’t worry at all with Maggie staying at Karl’s. I was able to enjoy my trip without concern for my puppy. She’s a tired one today for sure! Thank you so much for the socialization and care you gave my baby girl! ❤️”
“Have booked with Tamisha several times and will continue to do so! She has taken great care of my very high energy puppy. She responds quickly and has been flexible with my changes in schedule.”
“Emily was great! I was so afraid to leave my senior dog, who is going blind, in a new environment. He did great! Emily kept me updated and sent me pictures. My dog was in great hands! Can't say enough great things about the experience. Emily was the best!”
“Kristen took great care of my dog Juno! She was very communicative and provided plenty of updates, and I could see that Juno was having a great time at her house. I would definitely recommend Kristen for dog boarding.”
“Rayann helped us out in a pinch which allowed us to go on our vacation. She is very responsive and communicated with my other sitter for a handoff, as my other sitter had to go out of town. I appreciated her being willing to coordinate and be flexible. Thank you Rayann!”
“Wrigley has stayed with Michelle and Nicholas twice and both times have went great! They are very easy to work with and have a great home for a pet toy stay in.”
“Andrew and his family took great care of Luna. She seems to have settled in quickly with his family of people and pups and came home happy. Would absolutely book with him again.”
“Katie provided a great environment for our dog, who suffers from severe separation anxiety. She kept us updated and was great at communicating. Highly recommend!”
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Cat caregivers near you - North Central
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“I am really sad that I can only give Chase five stars. She was wonderful. Polite, prompt and very reliable. She treated my dog, Cooper, like he was her own. I loved receiving updates while I was gone knowing he was getting the attention, care and love he deserves. Chase was quick to ask questions and responds to text and email in a very timely fashion. If you hadn't booked with Chase yet - you need to!”
“This was our second time hiring Thea to look after our two one-year old cats while we were traveling in Europe for 10 day. Not only did she do everything necessary to take care of their daily needs, she also shared regular and detailed updates with plenty of photos to make sure we stayed informed and could relax on our trip. Above all, we knew we could trust Thea to do an amazing job taking care of our kittens while we were gone. If you are looking for a reliable, communicative, and trustworthy pet sitter, you have found her. Thea, again, thank you so much for your help taking care of P & J. They already miss you! :)”
“Ioana was, once again, an excellent sitter for my cat! She came through for me covering last-minute schedule changes which was a life saver. I also appreciate that when she made a scheduling error, she let me know right away and made up for the mistake. I feel comfortable having such a trustworthy and responsive sitter there while I’m traveling!”
“I’ve booked Jovonna a couple times now and she’s does an amazing job every time. My cats love her and are happy babies when I get home. Jovonna sends lots of updates and pictures while siting. Making it easy to enjoy my time away from my babies while knowing they’re being taken care of.”
“Heather was great! She was flexible with us when my grandfather passed away and was able to add a few more days for us. Heather is kind and really took care of our fur baby. We will be booking with Heather again!”
“Elizabeth is wonderful! She went far and beyond when my cat Tigger was sick. She took excellent care of him. Even water my plants while I was on vacation. Highly recommend her for cat or house sitter.”
“Danielle was great - I felt confident my cats were in good care. Danielle is really easy going and goes above and beyond. We also had to make last minute changes to our schedule and Danielle helped with that!”
“Angela gave us so much peace of mind when we were out of town recently. She communicated regularly and took such great care of our cats! I highly recommend Angela for your cat sitting needs. 😊”
“Highly recommend Autumn! She truly cares deeply about animals. I had peace of mind knowing my cat was in such great hands— she even brought him a Christmas treat and toy which he loved!”
“Abby is awesome! She was able to schedule a meet and greet quickly after the initial booking, and made me feel at ease with her questions and preparation! She provided great updates and my cat loved her. I will definitely be using Abby again!”
“Rachel did a great job watching my cat! Her communication and photo updates really put my mind at ease while I was away. I really appreciated her kindness and care throughout the time I was gone!”
“Taylor was amazing with my two cats!! I was gone on vacation for a week and never worried once because I knew my boys were in good hands!! Her communication was solid and care was much appreciated. Definitely would recommend Taylor to anyone!!”
“Elizabeth was very patient with my cat. She also helped a lot with watering the plants and making sure all was smooth in my houses. A kind and thoughtful person too.”
“My kitties had great visits with Merri! I contacted her with very short notice but everything worked out smoothly and wonderfully. I will definitely contact her again in the future and recommend her to anyone with four-footers - both cats (I have four) and dogs!”
“I was able to book Vanessa very last minute to take care of my cat and she was very reliable and communicative while I was away. I highly recommend her!”
“Deanna was very caring, professional and even got Rumble (who can be very timid) out of his comfort zone which is under my bed! I appreciated the daily pictures/updates of my buddy! I would definitely recommend Deanna for anyone looking for pet care services.”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - North Central
Prices are estimates per day. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Shanelle and Ryan are unbelievably amazing with every aspect of dog sitting and communication. Honestly, I am so blown away by their caregiving and professionalism. Five stars isn’t enough!”
About: I care for ONE pet family at a time, giving your fur kiddos undivided attention! I work from home and have a secure, fenced in yard. My goal is for your pet to feel safe and loved while you’re away. A mutual stress relief, hanging with your pet is the best part of my day! I work from home full time, and provide frequent potty and sunshine breaks. I am available between 745am - 830pm for pickups and drop offs. My home is designed with pets in mind — safe, calm, and full of love. I live in a clean, cozy space where cats and pups can explore, nap, and get comfy. I’m mindful of every detail, from secure doors and windows to quiet corners for shy or senior pets. My own two friendly cats are used to sharing their space and love making new friends, but I can easily provide separation if your pet prefers solo time. I follow feeding and medication schedules carefully and keep a close eye on every guest’s comfort and well-being. You can expect regular updates and photos, so you always know your pet is happy, safe, and cared for as if they were my own.
“Latisha is an incredible sitter and went above and beyond in a way that I can’t even begin to mention in a tiny review on this website. I am forever grateful to have found her to watch my baby boy.”
“Sally was so great with my pup Marge. I have a really hard time finding people I trust with her, as she is a bit reactive and can be a little mischevious ? Marge was so excited to go back to her house, and Sally kept me informed with updates all throughout the day that brightened my work day. I’d definitely recommend her!”
“Mary was fantastic and took such good care of Archie! He played HARD with another puppy there and slept like a baby when he got home. He had so much fun! Thank you for watching him!”
About: I adopted a hound mix from the shelter who was so afraid of the world and has become the most well-adjusted, friendly boy in the world! I also adopted a stray dog in December who has already grown leaps and bounds! I would love to pet sit/dog walk for you and love taking dogs to their own private sniff spots when they spend numerous days with me :) I am pet-sitting full time, so I have all the time to focus on caring for pets :) I am willing to come to your home anytime of day or pet sit in my home, 7 days a week. I have two friendly dogs at home and can watch your pet at home. Otherwise, I am more than happy to pet sit at your home! Dogs stay on leash unless we are at a fenced sniffspot, as approved by owner :)
“Our dog can be nervous around new people, but Laken got down on the floor with her and snuggled to make her comfortable. She had her two small dogs who played well with ours. She has a fenced yard and our dog enjoyed running around. We felt like she received good care and looked very comfortable when we picked her up.”
“Will and Bibiana are the best. They have treated my puppy Nella like their own. They have helped Nella and I beyond what I could have hoped. Would recommend to anyone for the best care! Thank you guys so much for all the help!!”
“Bronzy absolutely loves Barkwatch and so do I. He has been with them since the beginning. The care they provide for us is that of extended family. I really don’t trust him with anyone else. Not only do they provide great service but accommodating and knowledgeable when I comes to my fur baby.”
“Thomas took great care of my pup and he had a great time. Thomas sent plenty of updates and was very communicative and quick to respond. I could tell when I picked my dog up that he had not felt stressed or anxious, which is a huge relief.”
About: I Started Taking dogs in and helping out 6 years ago. If You Need A Host During The day for puppy I have a dog park and a trail where we can walk and play and where your puppy can feel at home. I Have Drop in availability of 11am to 4 pm and Can host Pets During the day and evenings starting from 11am to 8 pm Monday’s Through Saturdays. If You Need Anyone To Feed your Bestfriends or to even let your babies out to the bathroom I am more then welcome to help. At anytime feel free to call and set up an appointment, or just message me and let me know what services is needed for you. Some of my prices are negotiable.
“Katie was extremely professional and we knew our fur baby was in good hands. We only needed day care for a quick trip in town but she's the first person we'll call if we have needs in Columbus again. Highly recommend!”
About: Hi! I am a pet owner and enthusiast. Since I am a professor, I work from home and have a lot of free time in summers and holidays to hang out with your wonderful dog. I love getting to know a pet’s wants, anticipate their anxieties, and most importantly play! My work requires me to be on-site part time, so I am quite flexible for overnight stays, extra long walks, and boarding at my place with my sheltie Flora. I have a two bedroom apartment with my sweet, spayed sheltie Flora who loves to play and take naps. I am quite active so I would be happy to take your dog on long epic walks.
About: I’ll make sure they get an opportunity to enjoy themselves when you’re not available, and I’ll make sure their needs are met. You book me, you can trust your pet is taken care of. Flexible schedule. Available weekends upon special request. M-F, 9am to 10am, 12pm to 1pm, 4pm to 5pm are only times available as of right now I have a fenced yard, and two crates available. I prefer to understand the animal and client’s normal routine and proactively plan a meet and greet so the animal becomes familiar with me before further interactions.
“She took awesome care of my two babies even after they totally act like they had no home training kept in contact and was even accommodating with picking up early and dropping off late I appreciate her so much highly recommended and will definitely use again”
“This was the first time for our Richmond! Lauren is super communicative and just getting pictures of Richmond put us at ease. We could tell he enjoyed himself. So awesome!”
“Simon was great! My baby had so much fun with him. He replied super quickly and agreed to take care of her on short notice. He also sent pictures, which was a huge relief for me and gave me peace of mind knowing she was happy. When I went to pick her up, she didn’t even want to leave! On the second day of daycare, she jumped out of the car and didn’t even look back. I’ll definitely book with him again!”
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - North Central
Prices are estimates per walk. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
About: I’ve had 2 dogs in 15 years, I love animals and dogs especially! I enjoy walking and taking care of their needs. Please reach out! I’m on break from college till august 25th, but I am still available during the school year, although my availability would look slightly different. Don’t hesitate to reach out! I will work around the dogs needs depending on their size and the surrounding environment. I can communicate with the owner so that I can effectively care for their dog.
About: I’m currently a graduate student at The Ohio State University, and alongside my academic work, caring for dogs has always been a big part of my life. I’ve owned and cared for a variety of dogs of many different breeds and sizes. Growing up and into adulthood, I’ve gained hands-on experience with daily walks, feeding schedules, and playtime. I understand how important it is to maintain your dog’s routine and make them feel comfortable while you’re away. As both a responsible graduate student and a lifelong dog owner, I bring reliability, organization, and genuine care to every visit. My goal is too make sure your dog feels safe, happy, and well cared for, and to give you peace of mind while you’re away! As a graduate student at The Ohio State University, I’m only in class for a portion of the day Monday through Thursday, which gives me consistent flexibility throughout the week. Outside of class, my schedule is structured but open, allowing me to plan pet care visits, walks, and check-ins reliably. Because my academic commitments are predictable, I’m able to maintain a steady routine and dedicate focused time to each dog I care for. Whether it’s midday walks, morning or evening visits, I have availability throughout the week and can provide dependable, attentive care. When caring for pets in other homes, I prioritize keeping their routine as normal and consistent as possible. I carefully follow all instructions regarding feeding schedules, walk times, medications, and any specific preferences your pet may have. My goal is to make them feel safe and comfortable in their own environment.
“Chase was wonderful! Very communicative and handled my 3 crazy rescues very well! She provided great updates and pictures each walk and my kids seemed very happy! Will definitely utilize their services again!”
“Thea was lovely to meet and did a great job with my goldendoodle Bella. She came highly recommended and for good reasons — she was prompt and very responsive when I had to switch an aspect of my dogs care last minute. Would happily have her visit my home to walk Bella again :)”
About: Hi! My name is Sabrina and I’m going to be a second year optometry student at The Ohio State University! My first job at 13 was taking care of my next door neighbor’s dog. She loved me so much that she referred me to a few other people within the neighborhood. They relied on me to walk, feed, give medications, among other responsibilities. I never had the opportunity to have my own furry friend, so I loved dedicating my time to helping others with theirs :) I’m a first year optometry student looking for an easy and fun way to make some extra money! I’m currently in my last summer between first and second year so I’m available most of the time! I love pets and love being active, so walking dogs definitely is within my ballpark (no pun intended). If your pet loves to have someone keeping them company I’m the same way!
“Patricia is absolutely wonderful! Always on time. Very patient. Great communicator—even sends photos of our guys with updates about the visits. They just love her! The peace of mind she provides is immeasurable.”
“Elizabeth is amazing. Extremely reliable, prompt communication and easily handles any obstacle. Highly recommended and very trustworthy. I selfishly hope others don't find her so she is always available...”
“Audrey has been absolutely amazing! A true blessing! She worked with our quirky puppy dog. Truly engaged I cannot tell you how amazing she is to work with with. I recommend her wholeheartedly… book with her right now!”
“Our dog Ruby loved her! A well trained professional. Prompt response times. Friendly and kind. I felt as ease knowing Jovonna would take great care of Ruby while my wife and I were at work”
“Autumn did a great job caring for my two dogs. One of my dogs is elderly and has several medical problems. Autumn was very capable and comfortable with this. I will definitely trust her again in the future with my fur-babies.”
“Taylor has been very helpful. She has come and walked our very energetic dog on a weekly basis and I have had 0 difficulties getting ahold of her or getting feedback about how everything went. She is very sweet and a great choice for your pet!”
“This is our second time booking with Emma, and we'll happily book with her again in the future. We had good communication, the walks were for the agreed upon amount of time, and we always came home to a happy dog!”
“Camryn has been amazing for this first 3 weeks. She scheduled a consultation on short notice, and has been great with timing, communication, and most importantly, care of our dog. We’ll be hiring her for a long time!”
About: Since I was a teenager, neighbors, friends and colleagues have often asked me to watch dogs while they are away. Then walking dogs helped me get through graduate school and now I want to keep it going even as I work as a counselor! I am licensed professional counselor, but when I don’t have a client, I am completely open for things such as watching or walking your pets! I can easily fit that into my schedule. I am a quick learned and will do anything to make sure your pets get to know me and are comfortable! You share how you prefer things to be done and I’ll follow that to a T.
About: I’m a stay at home dog mom myself looking to make some extra money doing something I love! I grew up with golden retrievers and when I moved out at 18, got my first dog Cozy. He is a husky German Shepherd. I have years of experience walking dogs for family friends and know how to properly care for dogs like their family. I am a part time student at Ohio state. My only other obligations are being a wife and taking care of my 16 year step daughter which is flexible! I would care for your pet like their my own, i’m very attentive and I’m open to lots of detailed instruction I would take lots of pictures and just making sure that your best friend is as comfortable as possible.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs, cats, reptiles and rodents since a kid. I am an animal lover! I can be available for short notice drop ins and walks. I understand how busy and unpredictable life can be at times! I’m comfortable with medication administration for your fur babies if needed. I am currently in grad school online which allows me to be available 7 days a week for drop ins and walks! I can be flexible to your needs and help keep your fur baby from becoming lonely when you’re away. I have previous experience with crate training my three dogs. I am very active so I match the individual energy your pet requires. I am currently not available for sitting in my home
“In addition to being a reliable and communicative walker, Jessica even stayed with Myles today while he was sick. Made me feel so much better to know he was well taken care of and closely monitored!”
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Large dog specialists near you - North Central
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Lauren is absolutely WONDERFUL! She took great care of our Cleo. We loved the updates and photos. Clearly, Cleo had a blast. This was our family's first time using Rover. Lauren made the process delightful and easy. I highly recommend her.”
“Alex was the first host I used on Rover. I was a bit worried about using this app, but Alex made my first experience amazing! She is so friendly and truly has a heart for animals. I have already booked with her a few times since and my doggo loves to stay with her. She is very flexible and has even dropped my dog back off to me. I can’t recommend her enough! Thank you Alex for taking such good care of Amani!”
“Stockton had such a great time with Maolin, and he has major separation issues. She made him feel comfortable instantly and took him on a lot of awesome adventures! Would definitely book again!”
“Mary was wonderful! She sent at least one update a day, usually more, and my high energy doodle had such a great time with her and her husband and their own dogs. He got lots and lots of exercise with regular walks and zoomies in their giant backyard. We’d love to use Mary again!”
“Wonder with our needy and at times difficult dogs. This was our first big trip leaving our 2 dogs with someone other then close friends and we were very pleased with how they were cared for.”
“Our sweet boy, Franns, loves Sally so much! We cannot say her name unless it means we are headed to the car to take him to see her. It is obvious that Sally cares for Franns the same, as well. When we leave Franns in Sally's care, I have never once had to worry about his well-being, and that is a comfort I will never take for granted. We love Sally, for loving our big boy so well.”
“My miniature Goldendoodle was in great spirits after her 7-day stay. I got plenty of updates. No issues were noted with her care. I would highly recommend them to anyone!”
“Megan and Jay took wonderful care of Loki! He clearly had a great time with plenty of walks and lots of backyard play. They kept me updated with great communication and photos, which I really appreciated. I would absolutely recommend them and will definitely book with them again. Thank you!”
“I didn’t worry at all with Maggie staying at Karl’s. I was able to enjoy my trip without concern for my puppy. She’s a tired one today for sure! Thank you so much for the socialization and care you gave my baby girl! ❤️”
“Have booked with Tamisha several times and will continue to do so! She has taken great care of my very high energy puppy. She responds quickly and has been flexible with my changes in schedule.”
“Emily was great! I was so afraid to leave my senior dog, who is going blind, in a new environment. He did great! Emily kept me updated and sent me pictures. My dog was in great hands! Can't say enough great things about the experience. Emily was the best!”
“Kristen took great care of my dog Juno! She was very communicative and provided plenty of updates, and I could see that Juno was having a great time at her house. I would definitely recommend Kristen for dog boarding.”
“Rayann helped us out in a pinch which allowed us to go on our vacation. She is very responsive and communicated with my other sitter for a handoff, as my other sitter had to go out of town. I appreciated her being willing to coordinate and be flexible. Thank you Rayann!”
“Wrigley has stayed with Michelle and Nicholas twice and both times have went great! They are very easy to work with and have a great home for a pet toy stay in.”
“John and Shannon were wonderful with our dog Oslo. You can tell this family really loves dogs. We got sweet updates throughout our trip. Oslo was happy to see us at the end but we think he would have been happy to stay with his new family - ha! I was particularly struck by their flexibility and resourcefulness when our flight was canceled coming home from our trip. They were gracious, flexible and communicative.”
“Ksenia was wonderful with my dog Scarlet! I was so grateful she was as able to help me out when searching for a dog sitter last minute! Ksenia was a great communicator and sent many updates and photos throughout the weekend. I would highly recommend her & we will certainly be using her again!”
“Thank you for taking such amazing care of Olive! The pictures of her were so beautiful and it’s clear she felt right at home with you. She’s already looking forward to her next slumber party!”
“Thomas was absolutely amazing with our Corgi pup! He is personable, professional, and took great care to learn our dog's personality and needs before meeting. He is wonderful at sending updates and communicating any concerns or questions promptly. Livi loved her vacation with Thomas and can hardly wait to go back.”
“Coco had a great time!! Allison is great at sending updates (pictures and videos) enjoying her time, which made it easier for us to be away from Coco for so many days. Thank you Allison!”
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