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Top rated Alcove house sitters
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“Mason was great with our boys! He sent us so many photos I never had to worry. He takes such pride in his work and we will continue to use Mason as our go to sitter. We’re so lucky to have found him!”
“Paola is wonderful! She has taken care of my overactive 4 month old Goldendoodle twice while I was away on a 10-day, and a 4-day trip. She sent daily pictures and updates on how and what he was doing. She did a great job of trying to put him at ease and continue his house training. She was also very accommodating with her time when my flight home was quite delayed.”
“Lydia and Emmitt watched our dog Luna for almost 2 weeks and we couldn't have been happier. We received lots and lots of pictures and updates which we loved 💜 and they really went above and beyond not only pampering our pup but also leaving the house in better and cleaner condition than before. In addition they left us the sweetest note and our dog looked entirely happy and relaxed when we returned.”
“Fantastic as always. First time going all out with the house/pup sitting, and all was exactly what you always hope for - everything the same as we left it, plus happy pups!! Highest recommendation!!”
“Stephanie has been such a huge help in keeping our fur babies well taken care of when we are away and also giving us peace of mind that we have someone reliable, responsible, and caring in our home. Thank you so much!!!!”
About: I’ve cared for dogs and cats of all ages, from energetic puppies to calm seniors. I focus on making pets feel safe, loved, and comfortable while keeping their routines consistent. Whether it’s walks, playtime, or quiet companionship, I treat every pet like my own. I m a full time employee as a school teacher so I am off by 2pm everyday and free for the entire weekend. I will be able to handle your pets care with consistency and dependability. I have a comfortable home with a fenced in yard. I have a dog that does very well with others and loves playing with new friends so your pet will have plenty of company. My home is my pets’ home , they are allowed on furniture and beds so that they can feel comfortable and at ease. I have trails nearby, so there is plenty of new places to explore!
“I reached out to Hailee the night before leaving for a trip because I found out the hotel wasn’t pet friendly. She was able to spend the weekend with my dog, and I appreciate her being available so last minute. She is a life saver!!!”
“Jennifer is the cat whisper and gives total devotion to your pet. Words cant express the enjoyment in my heart when they bonded and I knew after the first day of just meet n grèet she was in great hands. Thank you so much.”
“It was a pleasure meeting David. We felt very comfortable leaving our somewhat high energy young german shepherd with him. He's not a super friendly dog with people but David was cool with that and won him over. Highly recommended!”
About: I'm a lifelong dog person that likes them all, big and small! I stay pretty busy dog sitting, especially in the summer, and I'd love to hangout with your four-legged friends. I'm comfortable with cats and other pets as well, just ask! I have had dogs and cats my entire life (not currently) and have experience with several breeds and some medical issues, such as epileptic seizures. I am compassionate and caring, and love puppy snuggles (if they want to give them). I will stay in your house or come by as needed. Along with the pet-sitting, if I'm staying at your place, I'm happy to bring in the mail, roll out the trash, and even take care of your pool if you've got one! work part-time and have some flexible side work, which allows me to structure my schedule around the needs of the pets I care for. I always make sure I have plenty of time for walks, feeding, playtime, cuddles, and keeping animals comfortable and cared for. Being around animals is something I truly enjoy, so it’s an easy and fulfilling part of my routine. I care for pets in my client’s home, where they’re most comfortable and familiar with their surroundings. I usually stay with them and try to keep their normal routine as consistent as possible, including meals, walks, playtime, cuddles, and downtime. I know being away from their family can be stressful for pets, so I focus on helping them feel safe, calm, and cared for while their humans are away.
“Alyssa was incredibly communicative and loving to our pup, and when we returned, the house was just as we left it. It’s so special to know your baby is being so well taken care of. Will definitely rebook.”
“Linda is wonderful! She truly loves dogs. She treated Flo like her own. We canceled this bokking once because of Hurricane Milton then rebooked after the storm had passed and we made it through unscathed. Linda, however, had lost power at her house. We will definitely book with Linda again-- if she is available! She is understandably in high demand.”
“Jason was wonderful, patient with our anxious dogs. We lost both our sitters as they moved. So we’re working on finding new sitters. At first our little one was very scared and vicious.. Jason gave him treats and won him over in no time. He just stayed the day, but definitely call him again. He’s definitely a dog whisperer.👍💜🐾”
“Callie took care of my Lily and did an amazing job! She took her on walks on the beach, gave her a bath, and entertained her all weekend! She also provided pictures of my dog to keep me updated.”
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! She was incredibly communicative from start to finish, sent frequent updates and adorable photos, and was always prompt and so sweet with our two cats. She truly went above and beyond what we asked- she even tidied up and washed a couple of dishes we had accidentally left in the sink before leaving, which was such a thoughtful surprise to come home to. We felt completely at ease knowing our cats were in such caring and responsible hands. We will absolutely be using her from now on and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter who genuinely cares.”
“We love Mary! Not just us but Toby too. Toby is so happy she arrives because he loves her too! She is so attentive and caring. Our dog needs TLC due to anxiety and taking meds and Mary always takes care of Toby like he is her own. We know Toby is in the best hands when we are away!”
“Melissa is fantastic. She was very patient with our nervous pomsky and by the end of our trip, I think our dogs wanted to go home with her. Melissa communicated constantly, sent tons of pictures, and gave our pups lots of attention. Definitely a 5 star professional.”
“Anthony was great! Took good care of a Denver with lots of walks and trips to our dog park. Very easy to communicate with him , it was nice to know Denver was in good hands. He even sent pictures everyday of her!”
“Blaize was an absolutely AMAZING house and pup sitter. She took great care of our home, even alerting us to issues so we didn't come back to any surprises. We came back to a clean home and the healthiest, happiest pup ever. We could tell she took care of her just like it was her own, which we are so thankful for! We definitely look forward to her staying with our pup in the future! Thanks again, Blaize!!”
Alcove pet parents share their Rover experiences
Liz watched my two dogs and housesat while I was away for four days. I received pictures of my dogs twice a day and everything went smoothly. The dogs enjoyed their time while I was away so I did not worry for one second. I certainly will continue to use Liz and my dogs agree.
Brooke was wonderful! Our initial visit made us extremely comfortable leaving our babies in her care! She updated us often with lots of photos, and updates! She left our home tidy, and just how we left it! I commend her, because even when she had a difficult family situation, she continued to give our babies the love they needed while we were away!
We had such a great experience with Paola! She took amazing care of our pup and kept us updated. On top of that, we came home to a clean house, which was such a nice surprise. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing everything was in such good hands—highly recommend!
We love Mason! He was absolutely amazing with our dogs. One of our pups is a feisty Chihuahua, and somehow Mason had him wrapped around his finger in no time! He was great about providing updates and keeping both dogs on their regular schedule while we were away for an extended weekend, which gave us so much peace of mind. It was clear our dogs were happy, comfortable, and well cared for. We would definitely book Mason again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring sitter!
Kristin was great! My animals loved her and she sent pics after every visit. When I returned home my kitten became ill (to no fault of Kristin’s) and she was awesome in letting me know what his behavior was on the last visit and then helping me figure out what could be bothering him - return urinary pair. She even provided a vet recommendation since she knew we were newer to the area. I will definitely use her again!’
David was our first experience with Rover - and he exceeded all expectations. After first reaching out to him, he responded quickly, offering to come over for a meet and greet. Upon his visit, our family decided quickly that he was a great fit! He was a very likable young man, who we could tell knew his stuff and would be respectable to our home while away. He texted us, with photos, at arrival and departure from our home. He is always quick to respond to keep in touch as needed. We have already booked him again for a week this summer. I would highly recommend him to friends and family!
Debra is a 5+ sitter! My dogs enjoyed their time with her. Debra took great care of them and I am so grateful for her attention towards them! Debra is very professional, very knowledgeable about caring for dogs, attentive to details as to how to make the doggies happy and feel safe, and extremely considerate as a house guest. I would highly recommend Debra! Luna and Kaia send you a big doggie hug!
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
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 Alcove.
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. Alcove 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.
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