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Sitter Profile Image: Kendall V.
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Kendall V.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
3 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Mint Hill, NC, 28227

Kendal was great with our senior dog . Communication was top notch ! Ensured timely meal and medications. Highly recommend her . Looking forward to availing her services again .

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Sitter Profile Image: Bradley & Stephanlee S.
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Bradley & Stephanlee S.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
14 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Midland, NC, 28107

Thank you so much for caring and taking care of our cats!!! I really appreciate you caring about their safety and wellbeing as much as we do, and I genuinely appreciate all of the communications and pictures. We will definitely use you again!

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Hannah Y.
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Jeffrey B.
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$70
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4.9 out of 5 stars
75 reviews
25 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Harrisburg, NC, 28075

Once again Jeffrey was amazing with our fur baby. He sent us photos and daily updates on how she was doing. We will continue to use his services in the future.

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Stephanie R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Marshbrooke, Mint Hill, NC, 28227

Best Rover we’ve ever had! She truly went above and beyond caring for our dog and was so sweet and attentive with him. We felt completely at ease knowing he was in such great hands. She also helped tidy up the house and even took out our trash, which was incredibly thoughtful and appreciated. Everything was left in great condition, and her communication throughout was excellent. We highly recommend her and will definitely be using her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Grace Y.
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Grace Y.
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$70
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5 years of experience
Mint Hill, NC, 28227

About: I have had a dog of my own for about 4 years now, I have experience in pet sitting friend’s dogs overnight and am looking forward to meeting your pet as well! I am currently a full time teacher looking for opportunities to work for the summer time. I would love to discuss your schedule in advance to see what works best to service you :) I am open minded and respectful towards all requirements needed to take of your pets the best way possible. I will do my best to make sure your pets feel safe and secure!

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Alexis H.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Hickory Grove, Charlotte, NC, 28215

Awesome experience - will definitely look to book with her again next time we're out of town. We received great pics while we were away. It was nice seeing our dogs snuggling up with her looking comfortable and relaxed. One of our pups was having some allergy issues while we were away. We received pics pretty quickly when she started looking a little rashy and asking us to confirm how we wanted her to handle it (as we had discussed before the trip). She reacted fast and our dog was happy and healthy by the time we got home with no rash or redness at all. We're very happy to recommend her. Our dogs and our home were in great hands while we were away.

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Alex K.
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$45
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20 years of experience
Charlotte, NC, 28215

About: Dogs have been a part of my life since childhood! I provide patient, dependable care and treat every pet like family! Being a teacher allows me to have a flexible schedule! Since I am a teacher I am currently on summer break and have a lot of free time! During the school year I can be back home or available to take care of pets by 3:30! I have a home that is very welcome to dogs! I live in a great neighborhood for walking! I am very trust worthy and would take amazing care of any pet!

Sitter Profile Image: Karena K.
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Karena K.
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$55
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4.9 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
10 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Farm Pond, Charlotte, NC, 28215

This is the second time we've had Karena petsit for our 3 smaller dogs ranging in age from 3 to 10 and we were just as happy this time as before. She sends daily updates even if the pups aren't doing anything different than the day before. She would still send us cute pics of them snuggling into their beds or chilling with her on the couch. She's responsive and picks up / cleans up after herself so the house is as tidy as when we left. Highly recommend!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Korie S.
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Korie S.
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$45
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35 years of experience
Hickory Ridge, Charlotte, NC, 28227

About: Hi, I’m Korie! I’ve been a dedicated pet parent my entire life.🐾 From newborn puppies to the gentle needs of seniors, I’ve experienced it all with my own beloved pets. I specialize in personalized care for every life stage. Whether your senior needs help with medications and mobility or your new puppy needs consistent potty training and basic commands, I am here to support them. My goal is to maintain your pet's routine and provide the same level of deep, unconditional love you do. To me, they aren’t just pets—they are our four-legged family members. ❤️ I am available for walks and drop-in visits weeknights and full-day availability weekends. Whether it's an after-work potty break or a weekend of play, your pet will have my undivided attention! I approach every home with respect and care for every pet as if they were part of my own family, providing you with thorough photo updates and complete peace of mind after each visit.

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Chelsea M.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
138 reviews
42 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Becton Park, Charlotte, NC, 28227

Chelsea did a fantastic job with our girls! She was communicative, reliable, and cared for them so well. Would recommend her to anyone needing some extra care for their pets!

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Sitter Profile Image: Joann E.
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Joann E.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
17 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Becton Park, Charlotte, NC, 28227

Joann and her daughter Paige were amazing with our pup. She sent lots of pictures and made sure our recent rescue felt safe. We will definitely use her again.

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Andrea S.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
21 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Charlotte, NC, 28213

Andrea was a dream to work with! She came over first to meet our pup before we left. She took great care of our home and sent a ton of photos which is what I asked for. We would definitely use Andrea again to watch our pet and stay at our home! We are so lucky to have found her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jillian H.
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Jillian H.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
6 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Marshbrooke, Matthews, NC, 28105

Jillian was fantastic with Jenna and I won’t hesitate to use her again when we need. She stayed overnight with Jenna while my sone was away for the weekend and took great care of her. Wonderful.

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Sitter Profile Image: Mercedez J.
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Mercedez J.
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$50
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3 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Charlotte, NC, 28205

About: I absolutely love animals and had several when I was growing up! From cats to dogs to fish to ferrets, guinea pigs, hamsters, turtles, rabbits, lizards.. I believe nothing compares to the companionship of a pet. I've always been the go to person to watch my family or friends pets because they know I am going to love them as if they're my own. I have two senior dogs, a partially blind cat, and a feisty cichlid (water pokemon). I am familiar with distributing oral medications and I'm willing to learn what is required for your babies needs Just giving you a heads up; I work 2pm-10pm, Monday -Friday I can come before and after my shift during the work week. Let me know what works for you and we'll figure it out. I have 2 senior dogs, a partially blind cat, and a cichlid (fish). I love animals and would treat my clients fur baby as if they were my own 💜 I am very nurturing and would do what is required to make my clients pet comfortable and happy!

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Anneliese P.
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$35
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13 years of experience
Charlotte, NC, 28213

About: Hi, I’m Anneliese! As a dog owner for over 13 years, I know firsthand that pets are truly family. I understand that every single pet has their own unique personality, quirks, and routine, and I pride myself on taking the time to truly understand what makes your furry friend feel safe and happy. ​Whether it’s matching the high energy of a spirited small dog, respecting the independent boundaries of a cat, or maintaining the peaceful routine of a senior pet, I’m here to provide dedicated, personalized care. I’ll treat your home with total respect and your pets like my own! My schedule is perfectly suited for house and pet sitting. I am a full-time student taking online classes, which means my 'desk' moves wherever I go! I’m highly flexible and will be spending most of my day right alongside your pet, keeping them company while I study. Your pet gets a dedicated buddy, and you get peace of mind knowing their routine won't be disrupted. To ensure the absolute best experience for your pet, I exclusively offer house sitting and pet care inside your home. At my own home, I have a happy family of four cats and one dog, so I know firsthand how stressful a crowded or unfamiliar environment can be for animals! ​By coming to your home, I ensure your pet gets to stay in their safe, comfortable haven with 100% of my undivided attention. My personal 'zoo' has taught me that every single animal has a distinct personality, boundary, and set of needs. I will treat your home with the utmoste respect while following your exact routine for feeding, playtime, and safety. Because my college classes are mostly online, I will be around your house for most of the day, keeping your pet company and sending you plenty of photo updates!

Sitter Profile Image: Breana G.
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Breana G.
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$55
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4.9 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Harris-Houston, Charlotte, NC, 28262

Breana did a great job house sitting for our animals. The animals were well taken care of and she left our house neater than she found it. I also really appreciated the daily updates and photos she sent.

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Sitter Profile Image: Halle R.
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Halle R.
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$140
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5.0 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
35 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Charlotte, NC, 28215

Excellent communication; Fantastic report with our pets- they adore her as much as I do. We could not ask for better qualities in a sitter - conscientious, with integrity and a strong work ethic tempered with love of creatures great and small. Once you try Halle - you’ll never want another sitter to love and care for your pets.

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Kiera O.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
1 repeat client
18 years of experience
East Forest, Charlotte, NC, 28212

Kiera is such a wonderful rover! She took her time to get to know my dogs and was very attentive to their needs. I would recommend her to anyone that is looking for someone to love their babies and home! Kiera ensured I was able to have a stress free vacation knowing my babies and house was in good hands!

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Teresa W.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
216 reviews
81 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Charlotte, NC, 28215

Teresa was so awesome. She was very flexible with scheduling and went above and beyond for me and my boys when she stayed at my house. I'd love to book with her again!

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Alyssia J.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
15 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Charlotte, NC, 28269

By far this was the best experience I have ever had with a pet sitter. So trustworthy, reliable, on time. So professional ! We received lots of pics with daily updates. Will definitely use Alyssia again the next time we need a pet sitter.

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Kendall was fantastic! She followed all my crazy dog mom instructions and was always prompt/on time any time I had a question or concern. She also was so amazing at providing updates/pics (as requested)!

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Roxanne T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Julia has top notch communication! She sent all the cute photos of our babies while we were away which made us feel like they were in such good hands. She also went above and beyond cleaning up when one of our old man dogs had an accident while we were away. We are so grateful for the love and care she showed our pups!

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Megan H.
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FAQs for House Sitting - Allen

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The average cost for House Sitting in Allen on Rover is $66.6 per night (as of June 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of June 2026, there are 2,982 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Allen. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Allen walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Allen maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Allen choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Allen. On Rover:

  • 93% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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