Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Columbus, OH
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Find home pet sitting in Columbus, OH that you’ll love
60 home pet sitting are listed in Columbus, OH
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years
Home pet sitting in Columbus, OH
Hello! My name is Marcella :)
I love animals of ALL kinds!
I grew up with lots of pets. From Lizards to cats, Spiders to rabbits, I've cared for them all!
I currently am the fur parent to two cats and 1 big German shepard/ Pit bull mix
I am available to provide pet sitting in your home
Kathryn S.
Powell, OH
$8-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hey there! I'm Katie, a second year, undergraduate student at University of Cincinnati. I am home in Columbus for the summer and would love to watch some furry friends!! I currently have 2 young cats and a bird! I am definitely an animal person. I love both dogs and cats, I've pet sat for both. If you would like to reach out to...
Kathryn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Courtney H.
Westerville, OH
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I provide animal sitting services in your home. I would primarily like to work with dogs and cats but will be open to most household pets. I have been around and cared for animals my whole life. I currently have three dogs of my own, but grew up with fish, frogs, turtles, hamsters, guinea pigs, cats, and dogs, so I am...
Kacey K.
Dublin, OH
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Small to medium dogs work best. Extreme Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks, Feeding, And Sitter For In-home/overnight Care.
Kacey can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have multiple years of dog-sitting experience, from quick playtime and walks to weeks of in-home overnight care. I am a dog mom with a rescued Aussie and a poodle mix. I would love to play with your pups!
Avery can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Evelyn H.
Westerville, OH
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Evelyn :) I have 4 dogs at home and have been regularly dog sitting for about 2 years now! I am currently in college studying early childhood education, but school should not be a scheduling conflict as I do it all online!
Evelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Marissa I.
Westerville, OH
$10-15/hr
I can provide dog sitting in your home! I am currently a pediatric occupational therapist in Columbus, OH. I have a dog of my own and have always grown up with dogs. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I love to take walks with dogs and play outside. I can perform and light grooming/bathing if necessary. I do not mind sleeping...
Marissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation
I can provide dog sitting in your own home. I am able-bodied and willing to help out with walks. If needed routinely, we can work out a schedule! I have experience with all ages of dogs as well as sizes and breeds. Currently working on my NAPPS Certification.
Savannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I will provide pet sitting and/or dog walking services in your home. I have been a life long pet owner and I am the proud mother of a 6-year-old Great Dane and 3-year-old Norwegian Forest Cat. I am willing to care for pets of all shapes and sizes.
Kate can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide dog walking and pet sitting in your home. My husband and I have recently relocated back to the Columbus area from Seattle, WA. I've been taking care of all types of animals for over 20yrs. My family and I own a rescue Labradoodle, five guinea pigs, and 2 rabbits. I have two children ages 16 and 19 yrs. I'm comfortable...
Julie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have been tasked with dog sitting and cat sitting for a few years by family and friends. I am comfortable with any animal and I am willing to provide sitting in your own home.
Kaylyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! I'm Maria - a positive and patient person who has 10 years of paid experience in dog walking and pet sitting. I have experience training dogs, walking dogs, pet sitting, and giving medications/shots to pets. If your pet is to stay with me, they'd enjoy having 3 other dogs to play with and a decent-sized fenced-in...
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation
5.0
"Maria has provided exceptional care for our two fur children over the last four years. In addition, she has watched our home while we were away with our fur babies. She is very reliable and trustworthy and a delight to work with. I would not hesitate to hire her...
Kristina A.
5.0
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Monica!
I am a recent college graduate and an animal lover all of ages and size! I have experience caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, turtles and fish. I am very responsible, reliable and active. I love to play with the animals and walk them if needed. I can feed, walk, play with, pick up after, lightly...
Monica can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"Helped dog sit for us on short notice. Did a great job, good communication and would hire again!"
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5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am willing to watch your pet in my home when needed if on vacation or out of town for a few days :) two years experience, loving, caring home in grove city!!
Deborah can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Debbie was a wonderful caretaker for my 13 year old canine companion, Stella. Debbie provided a safe loving environment, sent pictures and updates, and was an excellent communicator.
I would definitely hire Debbie again!"
Matthew M.
4.9
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
30 +yrs exp. w/domestic, farm, exotics & proficient in administration of Oral, Subcutaneous meds, Excited to announce I'm offering Pet Care Services full time!
House sitting , Drop in visits, walks, (belly rubs free of charge!)
If request for overnight care is made please understand that I will provide care full time to other...
Renee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
4.0
"Renee was great, she visited and took care of my elderly cat daily. She seemed to honestly enjoy spending time with her and I loved the pictures she took and sent. She took care with my house remembering to remove her shoes, and I honestly think that my cat Had a...
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Hi! I'm Dana. I have 1 year of experience pet sitting for friends and family. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting in your home. I will take care of dogs, cats, Fish and reptiles. I am available to pet sit overnight. Services I provide while pet sitting include mail collection, water plants, clean up after your pet, clean...
Dana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Emily Y.
Grove City, OH
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Veterinary Professional Offering Pet Grooming/sitting
My name is Emily, I have been a veterinary assistant in both clinics & emergency facilities for 5 years that handled not only dogs+cats but also exotics! I am attending online school to become a veterinary technician & plan on graduating in 2025.
I have had my own business of in-home grooming/sitting called "Ems pet care" since...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation
I am currently an employee at Petland and I love caring for any type of animal! I provide dog sitting in your own home or bring them to my home as well depending on the said animal.
Ashlyn can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Lauren Y.
Delaware, OH
$11-16/hr
I love dogs of all sizes! And cats as well. I have 1 dog and 2 cats at home right now and care for them. I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm willing to walk and care for your dog as if it's my own.
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Abbey M.
Reynoldsburg, OH
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for large dogs, mostly Great Danes in the past. I love animals and have two cats of my own at home. I am willing to walk dogs and pet sit other animals as well.
Abbey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Columbus, OH
Maria K.
5.0
Maria is an excellent caregiver. We have four cats, which two are older and require wet food only. One needs medications twice a day. Maria takes care of them like her own and handles their special needs like a professional. She has watched our cats at least once a month for multiple days this year....
- Care member
Monica M.
5.0
Helped dog sit for us on short notice. Did a great job, good communication and would hire again!
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Deborah F.
5.0
Debbie was a wonderful caretaker for my 13 year old canine companion, Stella. Debbie provided a safe loving environment, sent pictures and updates, and was an excellent communicator.
I would definitely hire Debbie again!
- Matthew M.
Renee M.
4.0
Renee was great, she visited and took care of my elderly cat daily. She seemed to honestly enjoy spending time with her and I loved the pictures she took and sent. She took care with my house remembering to remove her shoes, and I honestly think that my cat Had a cleaner litter box and a shinier...
- Care member
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Columbus
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Columbus, OH?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Columbus, OH will cost an average of $13.24 per hour as of April 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.
How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Columbus, OH?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Columbus, OH on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 37 in home pet sitters in Columbus, OH, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Columbus, OH?
In home pet sitters in Columbus, OH can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.
How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Columbus, OH?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Columbus, OH, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.
Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Columbus, OH?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Columbus, OH. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.