Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Western Hills, San Mateo
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1. Natalie O.
“I have used Natalie before and highly recommend her. She's great at communicating along the way and I trust her to watch my cat when I'm out of town. I will hire her again for sure!”
2. Heleen W.
“We are so grateful to have found Heleen to take care of our two kitties! Her communication before, during and after visits was excellent and we could tell by the photos she sent that our kitties were comfortable and really liked her. She seemed to really like them too. Highly recommend Heleen and will definitely look to her in the future.”
3. Alanna F.
“Alanna was incredibly communicative while watching our 2 cats and constantly sent pictures and updates. She was incredibly flexible in dealing with the chaos they created, couldn’t recommend her enough as a pet sitter!”
4. May M.
“We give May M. 5 STARS for the awesome care that she took of our furbabies while we were out of town. She more than exceeded our expectations for a kitty-cat caregiver! Thank you for the love and peace of mind that you gave us. May M. is at the top of our list for our next time away.”
5. Emmy D.
“Our first visit with Emmy was great. Piper was clearly loving the attention and Emmy left us with great tips on getting our puppy to love her leash.”
6. Amanda K.
“Amanda took care of my cat Butters for 6 days. Each day I got a wonderful update on her wellness and wonderful pictures to match. I will most definitely have Amanda back to care for my cat.”
7. Kseniia N.
“I highly recommend Kseniia as a pet caregiver! She's responsible, attentive, and genuinely loves animals. Her dedication to making pets feel comfortable and happy is outstanding”
8. XInzhi Z.
“Xinshi is awesome and my dogs really enjoyed the drop in visits. She keeps me updated before and after the visits, and took some pics of the dogs walking and playing each time. Would highly recommend her service.”
9. Madison L.
“Madison took amazing care of my cat Kiwi! Thank you so much!”
10. Ivan L.
“Ivan has watched my doghter for the past 4 years and he is the only one that I trust for her safety, happiness, and health. My doghter loves Ivan and sometimes I feel like she loves him more than me. I’m so happy that my friend introduced me to Ivan as I travel often and have a very particular way of caring for my precious. He’s also taught my pup how to sit pretty, crawl, and “bang” which is so fun! He is also very responsible and dedicated. If you’re a paranoid, anxious, and semi-helicopter dog parent, Ivan is the perfect man to help ease the worries. My doghter and I love Ivan so much!”
11. Claudia M.
“Great service. Claudia was a great caretaker, always sending photos and videos. She was going above and beyond for our cats. Highly recommended.”
12. Joann M.
“Joann was extremely patient and kind with my blind and skittish Shiba. Roxy takes some time to warm up to people and Joann took the time for Roxy to get comfortable with her. Joann was always punctual and sent us pictures and kept us updated while we were gone. We’ll definitely want to use Joann again when we travel! Thank you!!”
13. Jo-Anne D.
About: Dogs are members of our families. My goal, while watching your beloved dog, is to love them and care for them the way YOU do so that there is low to no stress for you or your dog while you are gone. About me: *Life long animal person caring for every type of pet you can imagine. *20+ years animal experience as volunteer at Peninsula Humane Society *Experienced in caring for senior dogs, special needs and reactive dogs. Able to give medication . Also, I am happy to care for multi species within one home Note: my current rescue is reactive so I may only do housesitting at your place for now. I am retired now and have a very flexible schedule. I will be happy to stay in your home and follow your pet's routines while you are away I am available to stay in your home and will take your dog out for as many walks as you like, play enrichment games or happy to just snuggle on the couch too. Whatever they love the most.
14. Kayla Y.
About: I have cared for my own dogs since I was 10 (I currently have a 4 year old toy poodle named Ellie) and have watched numerous dogs for friends and family. I’ll give your dogs the same enthusiasm and responsible care that I give my own. Recent PhD graduate (go Boilermakers!) searching for jobs, so I have a flexible schedule and can meet with your doggo(s) as often as you and they need. I will happily come to your home to care for your dog(s) in their own environment. If they require transport to a separate location for walking, I have a small dog car seat and can provide transport in my car.
15. Kristine P.
About: I've been taking care of pets since I was young. Had a dog when I was in high school and recently adopted a dog about a year ago. I am patient and will make sure your dog gets the care they need. I work remotely and love spending time around animals because it just brings me great joy. I currently have a 5 y/o Jindo rescue, but I would love to watch and take care of more animals:) Depending on the service, I will not let your dog out unleashed and will read your instructions carefully to make sure your dog is well looked after. For cats, I will follow the owner’s instructions and ensure that the cat is well cared for.
16. Katherine E.
“Katie is an exceptional dog sitter. Warm, kind, and knowledgeable, she treats every dog as if it were her own. We feel truly blessed to have her care for our dog, giving us incredible peace of mind when we're away. Katie is simply the best, and I highly recommend her.”
17. Audrey C.
About: I spend most of my weekends volunteering at Pets In Need (local shelter) in Redwood City! From this experience, I’ve become very familiar with basic commands training (sit/down/settle/roll over/wait/leave it/etc.) and am comfortable working with anxious/shy or jumpy/mouthy dogs of all sizes and ages from puppies to seniors. Currently working remote so I’m able to be flexible with my schedule and work with your pet’s needs. Love going on walks and hikes throughout the week! I currently don’t have any pets in my apartment, but I’m happy to welcome yours in! And of course, if not at my place, I’ll always take upmost care of your home and your pet.
18. Mara B.
“Mara is terrific! Sydney immediately felt comfortable with her and was happy to take a nice walk with her. Mara has a very calm and friendly personality and is very easy to communicate with. Her comments and suggestions were very helpful. Can’t wait to use her again. Highly recommend!!”
19. nutchalin e.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was a kid and now I own little two dogs. My passion is taking care of furry friends. I’m currently staying at home, so I’ll have plenty of time to play and take care of your pets. I am available every day from 8 am to 10 pm. I have two friendly dogs. My apartment is pet friendly and very sunny, so you pet will have a change to greet with cute friends here.
20. Alan & Kristie C.
“Alan and Kristie are absolute sweethearts, they took good care of my kitties with daily drop-in visits during the holidays. You can tell right away the love and care they share to animals. they kept me well informed on how things were going and they even took amazing pictures of my babies! I'm definitely contacting them next time I need some pet sitting.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Western Hills on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $30 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 1,144 pet sitters in Western Hills. 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, 82% of Western Hills pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Western Hills have an average of 12 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 Western Hills.
Rover makes it easy to find Western Hills 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 1,144 pet sitters in Western Hills on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Western Hills, 94% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 90% offer medication administration, and 90% 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.