House Sitting in Academy Gardens, Philadelphia
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“Great person and very reliable, our dogs loved her. She fed them, played, took for walks and cleaned up after. We were getting pictures and messages while we were away, it was such relief knowing that the puppies are safe and looked after. Will definitely using her services in the future. Thank you”


“Porsche was incredible!! She did a meet and greet with us before watching our dog. Which went really well and was very helpful for us. She then stayed at our house which was left really clean. She sent photos and communicated her arrival and departure as well. We will be using her again.”


“She is absolutely amazing! She keeps me very informed during her time with Duchess. She plays a lot with her and it shows from how tired she is when we get back! She is so kind and a good sitter! Definitely use her!”


“Christina was really responsible, kind and lovely with my pets. I had my first experience with this app through her and it couldn’t be better. She did much more than I expected. I really recommend her job.”


“We cant thank Matt enough for watching Indy on our wedding day. He was able to stick by Indy’s side through all the chaos going on in the house. I was worried about our pup since it would be a new experience for him. Matt gave me regular updates on how he was doing as well as sent pictures and really put our minds at ease. 5/5 would recommend!”


“Jillian did a fantastic job with Jade! Great communication, cute pictures, kept the house clean and even brought in our mail! Jade had a great time with her. We recommend Jillian as a dogsitter!”


About: I have years of experience caring for and watching pets of family members. I love animals and animals love me! I am very precise and careful when it comes to animal care. I am available 7 days a week and have no problem spending ample amount of time to ensure your pet is not only cared for, but loved and happy. I am very energetic and outgoing and love to keep pets entertained. I can accommodate any needs while ensuring your pet has fun! I am also very organized, cleanly, and respectful of other peoples’ space. I am willing to go the extra mile: bringing in mail, washing sheets, watering plants, etc. to make your return from travel as relaxing as possible.


“The best! Emily was reliable, responsible, and considerate. She left the house exactly as she found it and our dogs were well cared for. We are already planning her next stay.”

“Marilyn was wonderful with our dogs. They warmed up to her right away and they got along great together. When I asked her to come a bit sooner than originally planned, she immediately agreed saying it wouldn’t be an issue. We went over everything I had written down and all went well”


“She did great with my little buddy! Absolutely recommended!!”


About: I will understand your dog's needs and take the time to make sure they are comfortable. I have experience with reactive, aggressive, and shy dogs with varieties of needs. I have 3 border collies, my daily routine is dogs. Training, playing, and adventuring is what we do. Every day has basics that need to be met, but also beyond that. My dogs get their needed play and attention in my small fenced yard daily as well as a different daily activity, from swimming to homemade dog gym time, there's always something different and fun.

“Naomi has been so great with my two pups, she consistently goes above and beyond. She really treats my home as her own and goes out of her way to ensure a stress free return home from time away. Thanks as always Naomi!!”


“20/10 recommend! Ari gave us constant updates and photos which really put us at ease. He came for a meet and greet at our home before the stay and was very reassuring. Our babies so obviously loved him and our apartment was exactly how we left it. Will definitely book again!”


“Simona was amazing! She communicated everything and left Sasha happy and healthy”


“We booked Justine last minute for an overnight trip. She was on time and I think she handled our big and strong dog well. We were in a rush to get out and she even did the dishes we left in the sink! Thanks again!”


“Lindsay did great with our Layla! She was very responsive and followed all of our directions.”


“Martina was very caring and patient with my pups. They were slightly stressed with being in a new environment, but she took her time and they started to warm up to her quickly. 10/10 I would recommend her!”



“Kate is so sweet, kind and professional. My dog loved her. She was punctual and sent updates during her time with my dog.”

About: I have experience in caring for small and medium breed dogs ( french bulldog, pincher, dachshund , beagle ) it is can be puppies or senior dogs. At the moment I have a lot of free time and will be happy to take care of your pet. Available any day of the week. I ensure safe and happy walks, give lots of love and attention, and follow your instructions carefully. Your pet’s comfort and well-being are my top priorities.

“Nicole is a very sweet girl, she came over and spend the day with Thanos. She was very flexible with me and very communicative, she send me pictures through out the and stayed in communication. Nicole has a very calm personality which Thanos really enjoys. I highly recommend Nicole!!”

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Julie L.Star Sitter

“Great person and very reliable, our dogs loved her. She fed them, played, took for walks and cleaned up after. We were getting pictures and messages while we were away, it was such relief knowing that the puppies are safe and looked after. Will definitely using her services in the future. Thank you”


Porsche H.Star Sitter

“Porsche was incredible!! She did a meet and greet with us before watching our dog. Which went really well and was very helpful for us. She then stayed at our house which was left really clean. She sent photos and communicated her arrival and departure as well. We will be using her again.”


Alexandria S.

“She is absolutely amazing! She keeps me very informed during her time with Duchess. She plays a lot with her and it shows from how tired she is when we get back! She is so kind and a good sitter! Definitely use her!”


Christina W.Star Sitter

“Christina was really responsible, kind and lovely with my pets. I had my first experience with this app through her and it couldn’t be better. She did much more than I expected. I really recommend her job.”


Matthew B.

“We cant thank Matt enough for watching Indy on our wedding day. He was able to stick by Indy’s side through all the chaos going on in the house. I was worried about our pup since it would be a new experience for him. Matt gave me regular updates on how he was doing as well as sent pictures and really put our minds at ease. 5/5 would recommend!”


Jillian J.
Star Sitter


“Jillian did a fantastic job with Jade! Great communication, cute pictures, kept the house clean and even brought in our mail! Jade had a great time with her. We recommend Jillian as a dogsitter!”


Robert C.
“Rob is a true animal lover. Affectionate and playful with my dogs. He always looks forward to seeing them -the puppy is very demanding of attention and he is always conscientious about making sure my older dog gets equal amounts of love. He’s very smart and reliable. Highly recommended”




Emily L.
Star Sitter

“The best! Emily was reliable, responsible, and considerate. She left the house exactly as she found it and our dogs were well cared for. We are already planning her next stay.”


Marilyn S.Star Sitter

“Marilyn was wonderful with our dogs. They warmed up to her right away and they got along great together. When I asked her to come a bit sooner than originally planned, she immediately agreed saying it wouldn’t be an issue. We went over everything I had written down and all went well”


Randi H.

“She did great with my little buddy! Absolutely recommended!!”


Adam G.
“Adam is a very talented dog handler, with three Border Collies of his own. He has been herding for several years and is a board member for our club, acting as course director for our trials. Adam competes with his own dogs and helps train others. He is one of the very few people I trust to watch my German Shepherd mix!”


Naomi E.Star Sitter

“Naomi has been so great with my two pups, she consistently goes above and beyond. She really treats my home as her own and goes out of her way to ensure a stress free return home from time away. Thanks as always Naomi!!”


Ari M.

“20/10 recommend! Ari gave us constant updates and photos which really put us at ease. He came for a meet and greet at our home before the stay and was very reassuring. Our babies so obviously loved him and our apartment was exactly how we left it. Will definitely book again!”


Simona I.

“Simona was amazing! She communicated everything and left Sasha happy and healthy”


Justine R.


“We booked Justine last minute for an overnight trip. She was on time and I think she handled our big and strong dog well. We were in a rush to get out and she even did the dishes we left in the sink! Thanks again!”


Lindsay R.

“Lindsay did great with our Layla! She was very responsive and followed all of our directions.”


Martina V.

“Martina was very caring and patient with my pups. They were slightly stressed with being in a new environment, but she took her time and they started to warm up to her quickly. 10/10 I would recommend her!”




Kate C.
“Kate is so sweet, kind and professional. My dog loved her. She was punctual and sent updates during her time with my dog.”


Nataliia B.
“I'm pleased to recommend Nataliia here! I’ve left my dog Tibo with her several times, and every single one I felt completely at ease. She’s incredibly responsible and knows exactly how to behave with dogs. What I love the most is that I can trust her with my dog. I know for sure, that there’s no harshness or violence in the way she handles him. Tibo was always safe, happy, and had plenty of activities. Nataliia is amazing, if you’re looking for someone who truly cares about how your pet feels while you are away, she’s the one!”


Nicole R.

“Nicole is a very sweet girl, she came over and spend the day with Thanos. She was very flexible with me and very communicative, she send me pictures through out the and stayed in communication. Nicole has a very calm personality which Thanos really enjoys. I highly recommend Nicole!!”
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Academy Gardens.
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. Academy Gardens 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.
Note: If your house 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 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.
