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“Jacob did a good job with our boys and they definitely didn't make it easy on him. I was impressed with his patience in dealing with our excitable puppies. I will definitely book him again. ?”


“Maya did an awesome job sitting our home, cat, chickens, 2 cockatiels, and kinda hyper and quirky 60 lb dog for a week. She sent daily updates and pictures to let us know all was going well. Our fur babies had a great time with Maya and were well taken care of. Your animals and home are in good hands with Maya!”


“Timothy was awesome with my sweet boy Dozer! He did everything as instructed including medication administration and followed his special diet. We will be booking with Timothy again in the near future. He even sent photos!”


About: Along with taking care of and training my own dogs, I have been a reliable dog walker and pet sitter for many friends, family, and neighbors. I used to volunteer at the local dog shelter and am comfortable with most animals. Trust I will take good care of your adored pets 🫶. I am familiar with taking care of walking, playing, meds, and feeding needs for both dogs and cats. I am very flexible with timing so if you have any pet needs, please reach out! I have a flexible schedule and will make time for your pets unique needs. Reach out at least a day in advance and most likely I'll be available! I am available to care for your pets in your own home. I'll come over for walks, food, etc as often as you would like!

“Audrey was excellent. Both our dogs and cat were well-cared for; our house looked great upon our return. She communicated regularly, reassured us that out pets were doing well and were well looked after while we were away.”


“Abigail did a fantastic job caring for and loving on our babies while we were gone. She sent multiple updates daily including pictures which made being away a little easier. She truly is a dog lover and was understanding of each of our pups and their needs. She made our babies feel right at ease and comfortable which was huge as our dogs can be very people selective. Our dogs are quite reactive to people and other dogs which made us anxious to leave them in the first place. Abigail was more than understanding and accommodating of the schedules we have in place to prevent tense situations in our neighborhood. Faith and I are so appreciative of her and would recommend her to anyone! Five stars is not enough! We will definitely be booking with her again for trips and weekly drop ins for our long work days!”



“Laura helped us out last minute and took such good care of our little Oliver! She even stayed some extra time when we made an error with our booking. We will definitely book her again in the future!”


About: Experienced with all sizes and types of animals, able to do large and small pets, love cats and pups and I can’t wait to see your furry friend! 🩷 While I’m keeping your pup company they will be my top priority, playing, snuggling and pretty much anything they need will be my number one concern during the time I’m with them 🩷 Your animal with have 100% safety with me and I can assure you I won’t do anything to compromise the safety of your fluffy kids

“Schuyler was an absolute life-saver. The first day of our vacation my mother fell and broke her hip and I was extremely stressed and spent my entire vacation in a hospital in Charleston, SC. Schuyler continued to check on me daily and sent pictures and updates about Crosby and Murphy. She managed my house, checked my mail, and made sure everything was running smoothly at home so I could focus on my mother and her care. When I got home, the house was perfect and the pups were healthy and happy. I cannot recommend Schuyler enough. She was absolutely awesome!!! Jean Scott”


About: I have watched a variety of dogs, including large, small, and puppies. I have two dogs at home, one is 10 and the other is 2. I care for both of them all the time and I am experienced walking and house sitting. I working part time, so I will be watching dogs in my free time! I currently have a very flexible schedule, but please message me to determine my exact availability. I will take great care of your dogs in your home, while being respectful of your space and pets. I have LOTS of cleaning experience in case of an accident :)

“Max did an amazing job house sitting our cats! They went above and beyond, watering our garden, and cleaning the house before we got back. We couldn't have asked for a better sitter! Thank you Max!”



About: I've taken care of our family dog for 4 years and our cats for even longer. I walk, feed, and play with our dog. Sometimes I take care of friends' or neighbors' pets as well! I walk and feed our golden retriever, named Max, while my parents are at work. I walk and feed our pets multiple times throughout a week, when needed. I will take care of you pet in whatever way you specify. I'm super excited and love all animals and want to take your worries away!


About: Student Affairs professional for OHIO and love all furry animals. I had an amazing Norwegian Elkhound Mix and 2 cats. Now I have 9 month lab mix and 1 cat. Both very friendly and good with everyone. I'm very patient, optimistic, and kind. I have experience with pups & senior dogs. I'm comfortable administering medication, including injections and promise to love your pet unconditionally while they are in my care. Depending on the needs of your pets they'll enjoy at least one walk a day, potentially a hike, and get plenty of attention throughout their stay with me. Before rescuing my current dog, I trained two Great Pyrenees from 6 months to 3 years for a friend. I'm comfortable with all dogs and cats and hope I can help provide care for you soon! During the school year I work from home 2 days a weeks and in the summer 3 days! This gives me plenty of flexibility to check on your pets as needed. Additionally, I have the flexibility to check during my lunch break if needed when I'm in the office. I have a fenced in backyard and will gate off sections of our home until we know the dog is comfortable in our home and with our dog & cat. We block off the stairs to keep them on the ground floor with us.

About: What sets me apart from other sitters is that I truly treat every pet like family. I have hands-on experience caring for dogs of all ages—from energetic puppies to sweet senior pups. I’m also a dog owner myself, so I know how important it is to find someone trustworthy and attentive. I stay active, love spending time outdoors, and always make sure pets get the exercise, love, and attention they deserve. Whether it's sticking to a feeding routine, giving medications, or just making sure your dog gets plenty of playtime, I’ve got it covered! I’m currently working part time but I’m very flexible. I can do early mornings, late nights, overnights, etc. if you need me, I’m there to take care of your pet! When I’m in a client’s home, I treat it with the same respect and care I would my own. I make sure your pet sticks to their usual routine, gets lots of attention, and feels comfortable in their familiar environment. I’ll also keep you updated with pictures and messages so you know how your pet is doing while you're away.

“Our pup was very happy being watched by Emma and we were happy to know she was in good hands and have frequent updates on how things were going. Thank you for taking such good care of her!”


“Once again, Alex did a phenomenal job taking care of our pets. She communicates clearly and ensures that our pets are safe and happy while we are away. She even provided additional care due to a last minute travel emergency which helped ease our mind during a stressful time knowing our kitties and pup would be okay. Highly recommend!”

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Jacob H.

“Jacob did a good job with our boys and they definitely didn't make it easy on him. I was impressed with his patience in dealing with our excitable puppies. I will definitely book him again. ?”


Maya Z.


“Maya did an awesome job sitting our home, cat, chickens, 2 cockatiels, and kinda hyper and quirky 60 lb dog for a week. She sent daily updates and pictures to let us know all was going well. Our fur babies had a great time with Maya and were well taken care of. Your animals and home are in good hands with Maya!”


Timothy H.

“Timothy was awesome with my sweet boy Dozer! He did everything as instructed including medication administration and followed his special diet. We will be booking with Timothy again in the near future. He even sent photos!”


Charlotte M.
“Charlotte is so great with dogs! Our dog is older and startles easily due to her hearing and vision fading, but Charlotte is very gentle and patient with her, and our little old dog just eats it up. Charlotte is very friendly and really reliable.”


Audrey M.

“Audrey was excellent. Both our dogs and cat were well-cared for; our house looked great upon our return. She communicated regularly, reassured us that out pets were doing well and were well looked after while we were away.”


Nicole D.

“Took excellent care of my dog Bernie. She was flexible and understanding of my often changing schedule. Professional and on time. I would definitely recommend.”


Abigail R.

“Abigail did a fantastic job caring for and loving on our babies while we were gone. She sent multiple updates daily including pictures which made being away a little easier. She truly is a dog lover and was understanding of each of our pups and their needs. She made our babies feel right at ease and comfortable which was huge as our dogs can be very people selective. Our dogs are quite reactive to people and other dogs which made us anxious to leave them in the first place. Abigail was more than understanding and accommodating of the schedules we have in place to prevent tense situations in our neighborhood. Faith and I are so appreciative of her and would recommend her to anyone! Five stars is not enough! We will definitely be booking with her again for trips and weekly drop ins for our long work days!”




Laura C.

“Laura helped us out last minute and took such good care of our little Oliver! She even stayed some extra time when we made an error with our booking. We will definitely book her again in the future!”


Katie W.
“Katie is a huge animal lover with lots of experience with big and small dogs as well as cats and horses. Whether or not she’s staying at your house or just taking care of your animals, I highly recommend her. I know she’ll give your animals her absolute best and they will be spoiled rotten while in her care.”


Schuyler W.

“Schuyler was an absolute life-saver. The first day of our vacation my mother fell and broke her hip and I was extremely stressed and spent my entire vacation in a hospital in Charleston, SC. Schuyler continued to check on me daily and sent pictures and updates about Crosby and Murphy. She managed my house, checked my mail, and made sure everything was running smoothly at home so I could focus on my mother and her care. When I got home, the house was perfect and the pups were healthy and happy. I cannot recommend Schuyler enough. She was absolutely awesome!!! Jean Scott”


Nessa L.
“Nessa loves dogs, and dogs love Nessa! She’s a friendly, loving, perceptive person and I’m confident you will find her a respectful and responsible caregiver. Nothing makes her happier than hanging out with her own two dogs, and I know she would love spending time with yours!”


Max B.

“Max did an amazing job house sitting our cats! They went above and beyond, watering our garden, and cleaning the house before we got back. We couldn't have asked for a better sitter! Thank you Max!”




Marie C.
About: I've taken care of our family dog for 4 years and our cats for even longer. I walk, feed, and play with our dog. Sometimes I take care of friends' or neighbors' pets as well! I walk and feed our golden retriever, named Max, while my parents are at work. I walk and feed our pets multiple times throughout a week, when needed. I will take care of you pet in whatever way you specify. I'm super excited and love all animals and want to take your worries away!


Kayla O.

“Reliable and Trustworthy. My dogs were happy and so were we.”


Madison R.

“My dogs were so excited to see Madison! Felt very comfortable having her watch them while I was out of town.”




Danielle A.


“Danielle was a wonderful dogsitter. Kind, considerate, and checked in with pics, videos and messages during our 4 days away. We would highly recommend her!”




Paige K.
“Paige is WONDERFUL, and I would trust her with my dog any day :) when I had her watch my pup for the weekend, she took amazing care of him. She did the obvious (let him out, fed him, walked him), as well as took him on a long hike so he could get out, get some fresh air, and let his energy out. She is someone who genuinely cares about animals, and she would do an exceptional job with any animal who is in her care.”


Quinn M.
About: What sets me apart from other sitters is that I truly treat every pet like family. I have hands-on experience caring for dogs of all ages—from energetic puppies to sweet senior pups. I’m also a dog owner myself, so I know how important it is to find someone trustworthy and attentive. I stay active, love spending time outdoors, and always make sure pets get the exercise, love, and attention they deserve. Whether it's sticking to a feeding routine, giving medications, or just making sure your dog gets plenty of playtime, I’ve got it covered! I’m currently working part time but I’m very flexible. I can do early mornings, late nights, overnights, etc. if you need me, I’m there to take care of your pet! When I’m in a client’s home, I treat it with the same respect and care I would my own. I make sure your pet sticks to their usual routine, gets lots of attention, and feels comfortable in their familiar environment. I’ll also keep you updated with pictures and messages so you know how your pet is doing while you're away.


Emma H.

“Our pup was very happy being watched by Emma and we were happy to know she was in good hands and have frequent updates on how things were going. Thank you for taking such good care of her!”


Alexandra S.

“Once again, Alex did a phenomenal job taking care of our pets. She communicates clearly and ensures that our pets are safe and happy while we are away. She even provided additional care due to a last minute travel emergency which helped ease our mind during a stressful time knowing our kitties and pup would be okay. Highly recommend!”
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Albany on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $39 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 Aug 2025, there are 54 house sitters in Albany. 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, 91% of Albany house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 2 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 Albany.
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. Albany 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.
