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Sitter Profile Image: Taylor K.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
11 years of experience
Northwest, Columbus, OH, 43235

Taylor was great! I reached out rather last minute, and she responded right away. She sent me tons of photos and helpful updates. I could tell my kitties were well taken care of while I was away ❤️

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Sitter Profile Image: Derek G.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Delaware, OH, 43015

Derek was fantastic. We booked a housesitting with him on very short notice (11 hours). He was great with our 3 dogs and 4 cats and kept the house clean. Thank you SO much.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah B.
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Sarah B.
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$35
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13 years of experience
Plain City, OH, 43064

About: I’ve been around dogs my entire life and currently have a 13-year-old dog, so I understand the care, patience, and attention they need at every stage. I also worked as a Canine Coach in a professional dog daycare, where I supervised group play, monitored behavior, and ensured the safety of multiple dogs at once. Through both personal and professional experience, I’ve developed a strong ability to read dog body language, stay calm in different situations, and create a safe, positive environment. I treat every dog like my own, whether that means matching a high-energy pup or providing extra care for older dogs. I prioritize consistency, clear communication, and attentive care so pet parents feel confident and at ease. I currently have a flexible schedule and am available at a variety of times, including daytime, evenings, and weekends, which allows me to provide consistent and attentive care. As I pursue a future full-time Monday–Friday position, I plan to continue pet care with a strong focus on evening and weekend availability, while still offering additional flexibility when possible. I’m committed to being reliable, communicative, and maintaining consistent, high-quality care so both you and your pet feel comfortable and confident. For dog walking and drop-in visits, I focus on providing attentive, individualized care tailored to each pet’s needs and routine. During walks, I prioritize safety, proper leash handling, and making sure dogs get both physical activity and mental stimulation at a pace that suits them. For drop-in visits, I ensure pets are well cared for by refreshing food and water, providing playtime or enrichment, and giving them attention and companionship. I also carefully monitor behavior, energy levels, and overall well-being during each visit, and I always respect the pet’s routine and the owner’s instructions. I make sure to communicate clearly with pet parents, including updates and photos if desired, so they feel confident and connected while they’re away.

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Maggie A.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
120 reviews
43 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Dublin, OH, 43017

Maggie and Willow are wonderful. Maggie stayed at my house for almost two weeks on a last minute booking. She sent updates daily and gave me peace of mind while I was gone. Would definitely book with her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
3 repeat clients
9 years of experience
West Mansfield, OH, 43358

Pups were well cared for and loved the attention!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Tori E.
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Tori E.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
4 years of experience
Powell, OH, 43065

Tori was wonderful with both of our animals! Very responsive and attentive. She sent us lots of photos throughout her time. Will book again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lauren S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Dublin, OH, 43017

About: With years of hands-on experience, I care for everything from small pups to large dogs, and I am entirely comfortable managing multiple pets at once. What sets me apart is my absolute reliability and dedication: I excel at communication and am always strictly on time. Whether house-sitting, walking, or just providing sweet companionship, I make it a priority to spend meaningful, quality time keeping your pets happy and safe. My schedule is highly flexible, making it easy to fit dedicated pet care into my daily and weekly routine. Because I am widely available at all hours, I can easily accommodate early morning feedings, mid-day walks, late-night check-ins, or overnight house-sitting. Your pet’s comfort and routine are my top priorities, and my open availability ensures I can be there exactly when they need me most. When caring for pets in a client's home, safety and respect are my highest priorities. I make it a point to strictly follow the owner's established routines, ensuring doors and gates are always securely locked and the environment remains clean and hazard-free. Because I focus on clear communication and being exceptionally reliable, I keep owners updated so they have total peace of mind. Whether I am house-sitting, popping in for a feeding, or going on a walk, I provide a calm, attentive, and secure presence so every pet feels safe, comfortable, and well-loved in their own home.

Sitter Profile Image: Cayley C.
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Cayley C.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
7 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Far North, Lewis Center, OH, 43035

About: I’ve cared for dogs since I was young. I help all of my friends in the military when they go out of town and I know how much of a pain it can be to find someone trustworthy! I love animals and never want them to go without love and care! I am currently working at Lowe’s part time. I work 4-6 hours a day if I even work that day. My husband works in the military and is home at nights and sometimes teleworks. I have a fenced backyard and a live in a nice area where I can walk the dogs to a nice park in the middle of my neighborhood. I have a 3 year old golden retriever who loves the company just as much as I do.

Sitter Profile Image: Joelle E.
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Joelle E.
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$34
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Upper Arlington, Upper Arlington, OH, 43221

Joelle was reliable and did a great job taking care of our dog while we were out of town! We received a daily update with a photo to reassure us that everything was going well and that our dog was getting all the cuddle time she needed. I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Monica A.
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Monica A.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
9 years of experience
Hilliard, OH, 43026

About: Dogs have always been a big part of my life! I’ve had Oliver (frenchie) since he was a puppy, so I’m used to everything from training to daily routines. He requires allergy medication, which means I’m comfortable giving meds and paying close attention to a dog’s needs. I also frequently care for my family’s three dogs (two Frenchies and an English bulldog), so I’m great at handling multiple pups and making sure each one gets the attention they deserve. I’m currently working 3rd shift, so if you’re needing someone in the morning to let out your furry pet I can! Or if you want someone home all day with your pet, that works perfect for me as well! I can do walks during the days (after a little nap). I would say I’m pretty flexible if told ahead of time! I live in an apartment and do have a dog named Oliver. Oliver pretty much gets along with other dogs! If you’d rather your dog not be around another, I’d be more than willing to stay with your pets! My cousin would love watching my dog. I love meeting new fur babies and would love to help whenever I can with whatever you need!

Sitter Profile Image: Emily G.
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Emily G.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
94 reviews
31 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Delaware, OH, 43015

Emily took the absolute best care of our 2 dogs! She truly made our vacation worry free, sent great updates and pictures. Honestly the first time we’ve left our babies and didn’t feel the need to check on them constantly because she was so proactive. So happy we found her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Guhaprasaanth N.
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Guhaprasaanth N.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Powell, OH, 43065

About: I've taken care of pet dogs and cats since I was 12. I've also helped some of my neighbors and relatives with their pets while theywere away. Though I'm currently working full time I can take care of anyone's pets, and promptly intimate the owners in advance about my absence or when I would be unavailable. I have roommates so I can do house sitting only in the client's place, and I will do my best with all.my experience to keep their pet happy and comfortable.

Sitter Profile Image: Ashley B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Galena, OH, 43021

Ashely was incredible!!! She gave great updates and was very easy to communicate with. My dog loved her! She also took fantastic care of my apartment while I was gone. I will for sure be booking with Ashley again! Thanks for everything Ashley!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Rachel W.
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Rachel W.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Greater Hilltop, Columbus, OH, 43204

Did a wonderful job house sitting for my 4 dogs! Was very responsive and sent pictures/videos for us. I felt like she was very reliable and followed all instructions I had for each of my dogs.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sophia L.
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Sophia L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Hilliard, OH, 43026

About: I have been my friends and neighbors go-to pet sitter since I was about 11. I also worked at a pet boarding facility for 2 summers in high school! I am passionate about providing animals with the best possible care! I am just working over the summer as I will return to college in the fall where I am a student-athlete! I plan to work part-time while also working on photography and selling my art! My own dogs have a fenced in yard and one of them stays in a crate. I care for clients pets as if they are my own. Making sure they are safe and receiving plenty of pets and love!

Sitter Profile Image: Janel M.
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Janel M.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Plain City, OH, 43064

Janel took excellent care of our two kitties and a sassy Sheltie. The all warmed up to her in no time. I highly recommend her and look forward to her coming back in October. She kept us informed and shared adorable pictures with us.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sydnee F.
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Sydnee F.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
9 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Powell, OH, 43065

Sydnee is great! She’s watched my dog a couple of times now, and I love knowing he’s in good hands. She’s great with remembering food and meds instructions, and she communicates regularly and gives fun updates.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ava R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Northwest, Powell, OH, 43065

Ava was fantastic. She took great care of both our dogs and our home. Highly recommended!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kailyn W.
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Kailyn W.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
8 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Far North, Columbus, OH, 43240

This was my first time leaving my two dogs with someone other than family. Kailyn did an amazing job with my two dogs who have a lot of behavioral issues that require special considerations (feeding and walking separately, medications, etc). She sent me pics and videos of the dogs too. Highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Elyza P.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
7 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Westland, Galloway, OH, 43119

Very responsive and took great care of my dog who was a bit anxious with me gone! Very responsive to all of my messages. Would absolutely hire again

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Watkins is $48

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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Watkins on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $48 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 1,398 house sitters in Watkins. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 87% of Watkins house sitters respond in under an hour.

House sitters in Watkins have an average of 16 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Watkins.

Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Watkins house sitters are great for:

  • Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
  • Cats and caged pets
  • Pet parents on a tight schedule
  • Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away

Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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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We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.