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Top rated Albany house sitters
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“Brandy is always a caring and reliable sitter. We feel so comfortable knowing all of our animals will be in such good hands - that is real peace of mind when traveling.”
“Whitney did a great job of keeping Jubilee fed and exercised. She also was able to manage through some unexpected challenges with little direction while we were out of service range. She is greay and you would be lucky to have her care for your animals! Thanks Whitney!”


“Emily was far and away better than we could’ve hoped for! From daily photos to tracking our dogs’ meds to visits at lunch and leaving our home cleaner than we left it. She was a fantastic sitter that we will absolutely book again in the future. 11/10 recommend.”

“Makenna was so patient, conscientious, dedicated and thoughtful! It was difficult to go outside due to the heat, and she played games with the dogs indoors to keep them entertained. That was no small feat for our heeler! She provided regular updates with pics, so we could enjoy our time away knowing the dogs were well cared for. She went above and beyond to take care of our home needs as well, and she left our home spotless!”

“Alexandra was great with our high energy pup and our two indoor cats. She stayed in our home for a week while we traveled internationally. She gave great updates, helped around the house, and sent pictures frequently. We will definitely use her again and recommend her highly!”

“Sandor has been taking care of my three dogs multiple times during the past year and half both for daily and multiday stays. Always dependable with great communications. Highly recommend him. Thanks Sandor.”

“Rachel is fantastic! She responded quickly from my first inquiry. We have two large and overly friendly spoiled rotten labs. She is experienced with large dogs and is able to walk them with ease! She gives them lots of attention. One of our dogs is needy and a bit anxious and he is very comfortable with her. She sends updates and pics to relieve my anxiety too! Highly recommend Rachel!!!”

“Jeffrey did a great job! I received updates with photos everyday and he provided a checklist of Dobie's "accomplishments" when I got home. I hope to have Jeffrey sit for Dobie again in the future. I highly recommend him.”

“Rhiannon really came through for us to take care of our Hierro. We were on a vacation overseas and had our dog boarded at one of the facilities in town. He ended up developing kennel cough and had to be removed. Of course that was impossible for us. We used Rover and found Rhiannon to house sit for us. Like a sign from the heavens, she is also a vet tech. What a perfect match. She picked up our dog from the boarder, brought him home and cared for him in our home for the duration of the vacation. She respected our home as took great care of Hierro. We are so thankful to Rhiannon for her service.”

“Bailey is so kind and such an animal person. She checked in while I was gone and let me know how everything was going and the house was left exactly as I left it. She’s a lovely person who I would definitely recommend!”

“Sarah took great care of our pup and home while we were gone! She was very responsive and was flexible when our travel plans suddenly changed due to weather. We would definitely recommend Sarah for all of your pet sitting needs!”

“Kelly was AMAZING! She went above and beyond with my two dogs. She sent me pics. daily, walked them, trained them and loved them like they were her own. I came home to a clean home and two very happy dogs. To be honest I think they miss her and that makes my heart happy to know that they liked her so much. I highly recommend Kelly and will definitely use her again.”

About: I have cared for dogs for about 10 years now since having my own when I was a kid and constantly being around them and entertaining them to the fullest and ensuring they are happy, healthy and comfortable as their lives go on. All of the duties being walking, feeding, playing, and entertaining the dog throughout the whole day. I am skilled with being patient, kind, assertive and playful with each and every type of dog. I work full-time at a 24hr vet hospital so I am constantly around dogs & cats! My schedule is Tuesday-Friday so I will be fully available on Saturday-Mondays! I hope to get the opportunity to meet your fur babies! :) I’m currently working full-time, Tuesday-Fridays & am available on Saturday-Monday throughout the day! I work at a vet hospital & have 1 dog of my own so I am constantly around pups all day long! I am the one who is mainly feeding, picking up after, playing & walking my dog. I enjoy relaxing and just simply hanging out with her as well!
Over 246 pet parents in Albany have booked house sitting
Albany pet parents share their Rover experiences
Emily cared for my dog and cat for 5 days while I traveled to Colorado. She also cared for my home. Emily fed both animals 2X/day and gave them their snacks as well. She cleaned litter and walked my dog 2X/day. I received pictures of my animals each day. When I arrived home my animals were healthy and happy and my house was in perfect condition! She is super kind and is also completely professional! I felt very comfortable with Emily from the intial meeting! She will be my go-to sitter in the future without doubt!

Makenna was so patient, conscientious, dedicated and thoughtful! It was difficult to go outside due to the heat, and she played games with the dogs indoors to keep them entertained. That was no small feat for our heeler! She provided regular updates with pics, so we could enjoy our time away knowing the dogs were well cared for. She went above and beyond to take care of our home needs as well, and she left our home spotless!

Rachel did an excellent job and kept us up to date with photos. She communicated well with us from the beginning to end. Our dogs were content and relaxed when we got home. The house was kept clean and organized. Overall, she did a great job and we would book with her again.

Alyssa stayed the weekend with my labs at my house and I am so grateful for her help and respect of my home/schedule with the labs. She sent some pics to update me on the pups and was a great communicator. Came home to a house as clean as I left it and very happy labs. Would definitely recommend!

Whitney did a great job caring for our two small dogs and providing daily photos of the dogs looking well cared for and loved. Whitney returned to our home beyond her scheduled time to care for our dogs as our flight was delayed. This was much appreciated and went above and beyond her commitment.

I am pleased to offer a strong recommendation for Elizabeth as your preferred choice for pet sitting and house-sitting services. My experience began when I hired Elizabeth for a weekend job. She performed exceptionally well, which led me to hire her for extended stays afterward. Elizabeth’s communication skills are outstanding. Whenever I reach out to her, she responds promptly. Throughout her stay, she keeps me updated by sending photos of my dog, ensuring peace of mind while I am away. I have a senior golden retriever with specific needs, and Elizabeth always provides attentive care. Her extensive experience working with dogs is evident, and my dog is always thrilled to see her upon her arrival. Each time I return from a trip, I find my house safe and clean. Elizabeth’s dedication and reliability make her an excellent choice for pet sitting. I highly recommend her for your pet sitting needs.

Alexandra was great with our high energy pup and our two indoor cats. She stayed in our home for a week while we traveled internationally. She gave great updates, helped around the house, and sent pictures frequently. We will definitely use her again and recommend her highly!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Albany is $45
Why Choose Rover?
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Reservation protection
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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Sitters in Albany average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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 Jun 2026 was about $45 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 2026, there are 922 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, 88% of Albany house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Albany have an average of 16 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 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.













