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“If I could give more stars I would!! Sarah was amazing. She loved my dogs and they loved her. I think they miss her! Truly appreciated the time she spent with them as well as time spent sending me pictures and videos. Highly recommend Sarah!!”
“Kira was GREAT! She was reliable and took care of them like they were her own. She is the best pet sitter we've had and allowed us to have a worry-free time away from home. We cannot say enough good things about her. Thank you, Kira!”
“Christina took wonderful care of our two older, special needs dogs, including administering multiple medications every 12 hours, giving them exercise, and helping ease their anxiety. She took even better care of our home than we expected and left it even cleaner than when we left. We would gladly have her house sit again if her schedule allowed and definitely recommend her to others.”
“Kristie looked after out pit-mix and cat for a weekend and was fantastic. She was gracious and asked great questions during our initial meet and greet. She gave us updates and pics throughout the weekend. She was such a calm presence for our animals while we were away. Our home was clean and looked great, when we returned. We would definitely rebook with her. Thank you Kristie!”
About: I have taken care of dogs and cats of every kind since I was 12, usually for extend family, neighbors, or friends. I have dealt with cranky, energetic, skiddish, and disabled pets! I love all animals don’t mind the fur. I am currently a student with classes usually in the early mornings, and clubs in the afternoon/early evenings occasionally, but my schedule can be flexible! When I stop by, I will feed the pet(s) if necessary. Then I like to either take the dog(s) on a walk if they have a leash, or play with them for a bit to expel some energy. If I am taking care of a cat and they are in a playful mood then I will play with them for a bit, if not then I will just sit with them and pet them if they allow it.
“Katelynn was wonderful with our dogs, Al (11) and Tony (4), and we booked her for 4 walks to get to know them before a 2 night dog sitting stay. She was responsive and left the house exactly how she found it, neat condition and dogs were well-cared for and happy. A perfect house guest and we will gladly book her again the next time we can get away for a night or two. Tony is a bit shy but Katelynn was willing to try lots of different approaches to taming Tony and becoming best buds.”
About: I have taken care of and owned cats, dogs, horses, chickens and cattle all my life. I love spending time playing with and loving animals and providing them with a safe, secure and fun environment when you can’t be with them. I am a full time teacher and cat owner I am available before 6- 7 AM and 3 - 8 PM during the school year (Aug - May) and 7 AM- 8 PM during the summer I truly think that our pets are a part of our families and enjoy spending time with my animals on walks around the neighborhood to swimming in the ocean. I know how scary it can be to leave your pets in the care of others and my goal is to give you piece of mind when you can’t take your pets with you.
“Sussanna did a fantastic job taking care of my Smokey.Her communication is fantastic I recommend her 💯.Thank you Sussanna”
“McKayla was great with our dogs! She was attentive and patient with their needs, as well as ours while we were away on vacation. Were looking forward to having her sit the dogs again for us soon”
“We really appreciate Delia taking care of our dogs for a second time. She communicated well, and respected the time frame we discussed prior to booking. Would recommend.”
About: I’ve had dogs my entire life and am very experienced with both big and small dogs and love taking care of them no matter the size! i am currently on summer break for the next two months and am free pretty much all summer long and have a very flexible schedule! we have an electric fence to prevent them running into the road for danger and a fenced in back yard! we also keep all doors shut and locked with door jobs that aren’t able to be opened by dogs.
About: I’ve had dogs my whole life and have taken care of both my own and those of people in my community for years, providing both walking and house-sitting. I am patient and willing to dedicate as much time and love as possible to your furry friends! I am comfortable with administering medication and have experience with both seniors and puppies. During the summer, I have class from 11-12:15 and dance practice 7-9 on weekdays. Weekends I am generally free but will let you know ahead of time when I need to be out! I will be highly vigilant of your dog’s safety! I currently have two large dogs at home who were very active puppies, so I know how to watch them and keep them leashed outside. I have become skilled at keeping choking hazards and unsafe foods out of reach.
“Thanks Van for a job well done! My cats and I appreciated having someone here to keep them company in our absence. Van was attentive and conscientious, sent adorable pictures and sweet daily updates, and left our home spotless. We returned to find our cats quite content and felt satisfied that they were well cared for. We will certainly hire Van again in the future.”
“McKeznie was great with Scarlett! She was very attentive during our meet & greet and seemed to care about keeping our pup comfortable. Scarlett seemed to have a great time!”
“Kat was so attentive, communicative, helpful and all around great! She constantly gave me updates and treated my baby girl like her own. She has tons of experience and is great at training, managing various situations. I would definitely book with her again and can’t recommend her enough!”
“Eva is the sweetest and absolute best! Our dog is our child and we are extremely careful about who watches him and I would use her again hands down. I feel much more at ease knowing we have someone we can trust to watch him. We had a last minute trip and responded within 15 minutes and came the next day. You will not be disappointed she’s the best and very trustworthy! Thank you Eva ❤️ Oliver can’t wait for your next visit!!”
“I love when Alayna pet sits for me. She’s trustworthy and very loving to my fur babies. I felt at ease while away and was able to enjoy my trip without any worries. I fully recommend her for future pet sitting or pet care etc.”
About: I treat every animal as if they’re my own. Whether your pet needs some playtime, a cuddle, or just a check in, I’m here to help! I currently work full-time but I am available to drop in during my lunch hour as well as after 5pm. I bounce between Gainesville and Alachua during the week and I will be available in Gainesville and Ocala during the weekends. I will follow your instructions closely to ensure that your pets routine is consistent. Communication is key, so I am happy to provide updates and photos with your fur baby.
“I would give more stars if I could! ? Brigitte looked after our two dogs for almost two weeks while we were in Europe for our wedding. She is so sweet and would send us the cutest pictures of our babies daily. Excellent communication, followed instructions really well, and allowed us to have a stress free trip in regards to our dogs.”
“Scott is ahh-mazing. I had a unique experience and he was so flexible and willing. I could tell my dogs loved him from the minute they met him. Pups were relaxed and so happy. More than I could have asked for. I hate giving him an awesome review because I’m selfish and want him all to myself. He’s so good I need to share ? Def will use Scott whenever the need arises. Thank you Scott!”
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1. Sarah P.
“If I could give more stars I would!! Sarah was amazing. She loved my dogs and they loved her. I think they miss her! Truly appreciated the time she spent with them as well as time spent sending me pictures and videos. Highly recommend Sarah!!”
2. Kira A.
“Kira was GREAT! She was reliable and took care of them like they were her own. She is the best pet sitter we've had and allowed us to have a worry-free time away from home. We cannot say enough good things about her. Thank you, Kira!”
3. Christina E.
“Christina took wonderful care of our two older, special needs dogs, including administering multiple medications every 12 hours, giving them exercise, and helping ease their anxiety. She took even better care of our home than we expected and left it even cleaner than when we left. We would gladly have her house sit again if her schedule allowed and definitely recommend her to others.”
4. Kristie E.
“Kristie looked after out pit-mix and cat for a weekend and was fantastic. She was gracious and asked great questions during our initial meet and greet. She gave us updates and pics throughout the weekend. She was such a calm presence for our animals while we were away. Our home was clean and looked great, when we returned. We would definitely rebook with her. Thank you Kristie!”
5. Taylor S.
“Taylor clearly loves animals and is so patient and caring with our cats and dog. She is punctual, thorough, and often leaves things better than she found them.”
6. Katelynn B.
“Katelynn was wonderful with our dogs, Al (11) and Tony (4), and we booked her for 4 walks to get to know them before a 2 night dog sitting stay. She was responsive and left the house exactly how she found it, neat condition and dogs were well-cared for and happy. A perfect house guest and we will gladly book her again the next time we can get away for a night or two. Tony is a bit shy but Katelynn was willing to try lots of different approaches to taming Tony and becoming best buds.”
7. Lori B.
“Lori has taken care of my dog numerous times and quickly became one of her favorite people. Whether it be an evening visit or a weekend when I'm out of town, I never worry knowing that Lori is looking after my pup.”
8. Sussanna G.
“Sussanna did a fantastic job taking care of my Smokey.Her communication is fantastic I recommend her 💯.Thank you Sussanna”
9. McKayla M.
“McKayla was great with our dogs! She was attentive and patient with their needs, as well as ours while we were away on vacation. Were looking forward to having her sit the dogs again for us soon”
10. Delia M.
“We really appreciate Delia taking care of our dogs for a second time. She communicated well, and respected the time frame we discussed prior to booking. Would recommend.”
11. julia m.
About: I’ve had dogs my entire life and am very experienced with both big and small dogs and love taking care of them no matter the size! i am currently on summer break for the next two months and am free pretty much all summer long and have a very flexible schedule! we have an electric fence to prevent them running into the road for danger and a fenced in back yard! we also keep all doors shut and locked with door jobs that aren’t able to be opened by dogs.
12. Riley B.
“We have been using Riley for pet sitting for a few years and we are consistently impressed. She is very reliable and takes excellent care of our dogs, they love her. Riley is an excellent communicator, sends updates and photos. She is passionate about dogs and it shows. We are always pleased with Riley.”
13. Van K.
“Thanks Van for a job well done! My cats and I appreciated having someone here to keep them company in our absence. Van was attentive and conscientious, sent adorable pictures and sweet daily updates, and left our home spotless. We returned to find our cats quite content and felt satisfied that they were well cared for. We will certainly hire Van again in the future.”
14. McKenzie H.
“McKeznie was great with Scarlett! She was very attentive during our meet & greet and seemed to care about keeping our pup comfortable. Scarlett seemed to have a great time!”
15. Kathryn L.
“Kat was so attentive, communicative, helpful and all around great! She constantly gave me updates and treated my baby girl like her own. She has tons of experience and is great at training, managing various situations. I would definitely book with her again and can’t recommend her enough!”
16. Eva H.
“Eva is the sweetest and absolute best! Our dog is our child and we are extremely careful about who watches him and I would use her again hands down. I feel much more at ease knowing we have someone we can trust to watch him. We had a last minute trip and responded within 15 minutes and came the next day. You will not be disappointed she’s the best and very trustworthy! Thank you Eva ❤️ Oliver can’t wait for your next visit!!”
17. Alayna J.
“I love when Alayna pet sits for me. She’s trustworthy and very loving to my fur babies. I felt at ease while away and was able to enjoy my trip without any worries. I fully recommend her for future pet sitting or pet care etc.”
18. Lillian W.
“Lillian is one of the most responsible and caring people I know. She’s incredibly organized, kind, and truly loves animals. She treats every pet like her own!”
19. Brigitte R.
“I would give more stars if I could! ? Brigitte looked after our two dogs for almost two weeks while we were in Europe for our wedding. She is so sweet and would send us the cutest pictures of our babies daily. Excellent communication, followed instructions really well, and allowed us to have a stress free trip in regards to our dogs.”
20. Scott S.
“Scott is ahh-mazing. I had a unique experience and he was so flexible and willing. I could tell my dogs loved him from the minute they met him. Pups were relaxed and so happy. More than I could have asked for. I hate giving him an awesome review because I’m selfish and want him all to myself. He’s so good I need to share ? Def will use Scott whenever the need arises. Thank you Scott!”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Alachua on Rover as of Jun 2025 was about $40 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.
As of Jun 2025, there are 411 house sitters in Alachua. 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, 86% of Alachua house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Alachua have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Alachua.
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. Alachua 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
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