Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in West Gate, Austin
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1. Alicia S.
“Alicia was great! Was very flexible and communicative, and was kind enough to pick up packages of pet food while I was out of the country. Would definitely recommend!”
2. Emily Z.
“Emily did a fantastic job with my Niko! She walked him everyday this week while I was working. I could tell that my pup really enjoyed spending time with her! Emily followed instructions flawlessly and sent me updates while I was at work. I highly recommend Emily and will definitely be using her in the future! Thank you so much!”
3. Dan B.
“I felt super relaxed leaving town. He did a great job, my dog looked so happy in the photo updates. Dan was nice enough to come by my place to meet my pets ahead of time too!”
4. Gil V.
“Gil was so amazing! His drop off visits were always on time, full of fun, cute photos of my pets and he gave great updates. He is trustworthy and will not let you down! I will definitely use Gil again in the future!!”
5. Cortney T.
“Cortney was easy to communicate with, provided photos and updates of my babies, and even brought the packages in for me. I definitely would recommend her to other pet parents!”
6. Christine C.
“Christine has been so great with my pup. She is always willing to help out with check ins and is really good about documenting the visit and providing photos. I can rest easy when I’m away knowing that my pup is in great hands!”
7. Jon S.
“Jon did an excellent job checking in on my two pups. He even went above and beyond taking care of my pup with an upset tummy. I highly recommend Jon for your dog sitting/ walking needs.”
8. Summer S.
“Love her!! She was super informative on how all of the babies were doing during my trip. She sent multiple pictures on each visit along with how the visit went. All of my animals are very happy, I know they were in great hands! I definitely suggest her for any future care needed.”
9. Sarah R.
“Sarah is the best sitter!!! I loved getting daily updates and pictures while she was watching my cat. I highly highly recommend - it was my first time using Rover and I'm so happy I went with Sarah!! And I'll be booking her again :)”
10. Rachel N.
“Rachel takes great care of our pup. She’s quick to respond and always on time. Thank you, Rachel.”
11. Andrea R.
“Andrea did a fantastic job. She went above and beyond to make my cat Weasley feel happy and safe. I also got the best pictures and videos from Andrea which really put me at ease too. I will definitely be booking Andrea in the future!”
12. Misha Z.
“I have known Misha for over three year and during that time he has cared for my dog regularly as well as many other dogs and cats in our area. Misha is responsible, patient, engaging and reliable. I have no hesitation recommending him to care for your pet. Misha is a great communicator, polite and courteous and will provide your pet with a safe and fun environment. I highly recommend Misha!”
13. Stacey H.
“Stacey went so above and beyond with taking care of my sweet girl! Communication was excellent and I rest assured knowing my cat was given her daily meds. Will definitely book with Stacey again!”
14. Lizz R.
“Lizz did everything right! We got pictures of our cat every day. The communication was perfect. I highly recommend her!”
15. Ashton B.
“Ashton is great with animals! He is very caring and loving towards all pets and is a great caregiver. He is also very responsible and will take amazing care of your pets!”
16. Sarah M.
“Sarah did an amazing job taking care of my kitties! Her daily detailed messages and photos were so nice and she treated my babies as if they were her own. Sarah went out of her way and above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly. Very happy with how everything went and will continue to reach out to her to pet-sit whenever I need to go out of town.”
17. Jaimee D.
“Jaimee was amazing with my kittie Luna She watched her for a week and made sure to feed, play, and clean up after her while providing me with great updates on a daily basis. Highly recommend Jaimee to watch your pet!!!! She loves animals and takes care of them like they are her own! Thank you so much Jaimee ❤️”
18. Samantha J.
“Samantha looked after my two dogs over the weekend while I was gone at her house. She sent me pictures and kept me updated. She was very pleasant to work with. I appreciated that she has a big yard for my dogs & walked them as I requested. I’m very satisfied.”
19. Angela P.
“We booked Angela for 4 30-minute visits over the weekend while we were busy. She was prompt to arrive, super attentive, and playful with my pups. Angela shared lots updates and fetch content and gave them treats while I we were away. My dogs loved her and we will def book her again!”
20. Wendy S.
“Wendy was great! Responsive, kind, and I appreciated her coming to meet my companion animals beforehand ? Thanks for taking care of my sweet animals!”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in West Gate on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 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.
As of Jul 2024, there are 1,030 pet sitters in West Gate. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of West Gate pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in West Gate have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in West Gate.
Rover makes it easy to find West Gate 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
There are 1,030 pet sitters in West Gate on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In West Gate, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 87% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
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.
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