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“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.👍💜🐾”
“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!!!!”
“Alyssa was absolutely amazing beyond expectations. She cared for our 2 pups and our cat. Great communication and true care for our babies. Would highly recommend and when needed Will definitely ask for help again. A+++”
“We’re so happy with Brooke taking care of our fur baby, Maggie Mae! She’s absolutely amazing for overnight stays—we trust her completely in our home, and everything is always just as we left it. On top of that, she’s gone above and beyond for us. While we were away, she graciously was willing to deal with roofers and show them exactly where the leak was—such a huge help! Also, Brooke is incredibly accommodating and understanding, especially when our travel plans shift due to airline delays or cancellations. She sends plenty of pictures (which we love, because we miss our Mags!) and is always super communicative, positive, and reliable. Highly, highly, highly recommend! We are thankful for her.”
“David was amazing with our dog and looking out for our house while we were gone. I will definitely be rebooking with him. It is so nice to know your home and dog are cared for while you are away!”
“Paola is amazing!! My husband & I were very nervous to leave our pups at home. We have never been away from them for longer than half a day. We finally decided to take a small trip for ourselves & felt more than comfortable with Paola. She was super communicative and sent updates/pictures throughout the time. I’d highly recommend her. We plan to rebook her for any future purposes for our pups if we ever need to again. We definitely missed our babies, but never felt worried/stressed/etc. Again, highly recommend!”
“Mary is wonderful. We have five pets, 3 cats, a dog and even a parrot - all with different needs and personalities. I appreciate her attention to detail and desire to make sure everyone is happy and comfortable. She is kind, respectful of our home and a true animal lover. I have peace of mind that our animals are in good hands with her. We look forward to having her sit for our babies again in the near future.”
“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.”
“I am beyond satisfied with the care, dedication and love Mason gave my kitties while I was away. There was daily communication. He sent plenty of pictures. My boys were in good spirit when I returned (cats will let you know if they were not happy while you’re gone! - iykyk). I have found my go to person for my babies!!! Thank God!! Please book Mason - you will not be disappointed!!”
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.
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!
“Hailee did a great job with our two dogs and cat while we were gone for almost a week. She responded to messages and kept me updated when I checked in. One of my neighbors met her outside with our dogs and said she could tell my babies loved Hailee which just makes my heart happy. When we returned, our house was just as I left it. Thank you for being there for us and our family on pretty short notice when our other sitter fell through. I think we ended up with exactly who we were supposed to.”
“Peyton was really good with Ginger, sent at least 1 photo daily, kept in contact with us about Gingers care and anything that seemed a little off. Ginger seemed happy with her.”
“Mr. Jason was absolutely amazing in taking care of my husky. He followed all my instructions and went above and beyond, taking my boy on walks down the trail. If you want someone who will be attentive to your dogs needs and provide them with all the love, cuddles, and attention, this is the sitter to book. I have booked several sitters before on this app, but I dont think my boy has ever loved and missed a sitter before. He definitely misses hanging out with mr Jason.”
“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!”
About: I’ve taken care of cats and dogs since I was 10 years old. I am now in my 20’s taking care of my dogs, cats, and pocket pets. My current work schedule is during the day time, so I can drop into care for animals in the evening or later night time hours. I have a fenced in backyard I have to enrich my dogs playtime. I have cages for my animals if/when they are needed during the day.
About: I have had dogs my entire life, always taking care of them and loving them. I would call myself an animal whisperer as my energy is calming. Having experience and knowledge of animals and breeds, how to care for them with love and respect. I am a Full-Time pet sitter. I am available 24/7 for your pet needs whether that be walking, feeding, or house sitting, I look forward to creating a connection with your pet. With your instructions, I will care for your pet as if it were my own, giving it the love and attention needed. I am respectful of your home and space.
“Alexandra was a good communicator, punctual and above all kind and loving with my dogs. She sent lots of updates with photos and left the house clean. I will definitely hope to use her services again.”
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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