House Sitting in Amherst
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“Lauren is wonderful! She was responsive and made both our cat and dog, that can be anxious, feel very comfortable. The house was exactly how we left it and the animals were as happy as can be.”


“Kristina did a fantastic job taking care of my 2 dogs and cat while I was away! Her detailed updates and myriad of adorable pics gave me confidence everyone was being very well taken care of while I was away. We'll definitely be booking Kristina again in the future”


“Jaclyn knows the many moods and temperaments of dogs. Under the extraordinary confusion of a major home renovation project, she was able to settle our rescued pup upon arrival. We appreciated her excellent questions, skill, patience and forthright approach to leading him towards full exercise, calm homecomings and lots of fun in between. Thank you, Jaclyn!”


“Jeremy did a great job looking after my dog. He was very attentive to her needs and spent quality time with her and took her on long walks. He also gave great updates on how things were going with her. Also, the house was left very tidy and neat after his stay. I highly recommend him.”



“We felt very lucky to have Catherine sitting with our dog, Daisy for 5 days! Daisy is particular and anxious and Catherine helped her get through in a very loving way. We received detailed daily check-ins and many sweet reassuring photos. We'd absolutely hire Catherine again!”


“Gabriel took great care of Wylie when I was away for 4-5 days last week. We easily scheduled our meet and greet ahead of time and Gabriel won my anxious guy over very quickly. During my trip, he was great at communicating arrivals, departures, and with sending updates and photos. Most importantly, Wylie was happy, relaxed, and very tired when I got home. In addition, Gabriel took great care of my place. Would definitely trust him to sit for Wylie again in the future!”


About: Ive had my own pets my entire life from puppies and kittens to older pets. I’ve pet sat dogs, cats, horses, chickens, etc., and would love to help out with your needs! I am a recent college grad that’s back in western mass for the summer with lots of time to fit in any pet sitting needs. I will care for pets when in others home with the most care and respect. Whether with a fenced in yard to play, on-leash walking, crate-training, etc i can work with whatever you’ve got.

About: I've grown up with dogs my whole life, from my grandparents tiny poms to my own boxers, I love getting to know each pups personality. I'm also fairly active and frequently go on nature walks and hikes, so a buddy would be lovely :) During the weekdays I'm usually working until the afternoon, but my schedule is fairly flexible. On weekends I'm usually free for drop in visits, walks, or overnight stays. I'll make sure to stay hyper-vigilant of your pups wants and needs while they're in my care! I'm a very attentive and adaptable person, and I understand some pups take some warming up to. I can promise you my utmost patience and understanding.

“Both my pup and I had such a great experience with Amed. Such a lovely and dependable person who is clearly a dog whisper! My anxious dog was not fussed at all when we returned. I think he enjoyed his experience very much and we felt like he was well cared for during our absence! Thank you so very much!!”


About: I have looked after dogs for family and friends most of my life! I am comfortable working with dogs of any age and health status. As a veterinary student I have experience with administering injections, oral and topical medications. No matter if your pup is a high energy working dog or a couch potato, I will make sure they get the high level of care they deserve so you can have the peace of mind you need. I am currently on break from school for the month so I am flexible to meet the needs of your pets. Whether that means multiple visits a day for walks and playtime, or spending quality time for cuddles. I am able to adjust to your pets schedule. I strive to make sure your pet feels safe and comfortable with me first. Building trust with you and them is my priority. You know your animal the best and I will be attentive to your pets needs and boundaries to ensure their safety and mine.

“Athena was fantastic with our animals and keeping an eye on the house! Communicative and detail oriented, I would heartily recommend Athena for any time you need someone to take care of your furry family members.”

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Lauren F.Star Sitter

“Lauren is wonderful! She was responsive and made both our cat and dog, that can be anxious, feel very comfortable. The house was exactly how we left it and the animals were as happy as can be.”


Ash T.Star Sitter

“Ash did a great job watching our new 3 month old puppy(she's a piranha)! I wouldn't wish that on anyone. We got lots of updates and pictures. Would highly recommend.”


Kristina M.Star Sitter

“Kristina did a fantastic job taking care of my 2 dogs and cat while I was away! Her detailed updates and myriad of adorable pics gave me confidence everyone was being very well taken care of while I was away. We'll definitely be booking Kristina again in the future”


Lori L.Star Sitter

“Lori is great! She totally understands our dog's temperament and took him on many adventures while we were away. We think he had more fun than we did!”


Jaclyn P.

“Jaclyn knows the many moods and temperaments of dogs. Under the extraordinary confusion of a major home renovation project, she was able to settle our rescued pup upon arrival. We appreciated her excellent questions, skill, patience and forthright approach to leading him towards full exercise, calm homecomings and lots of fun in between. Thank you, Jaclyn!”


Sailor C.


“Sailor was amazing and able to accommodate our very last minute request willingly. Very nice to communicate with during the dog sitting. Highly recommend!”


Jeremy B.

“Jeremy did a great job looking after my dog. He was very attentive to her needs and spent quality time with her and took her on long walks. He also gave great updates on how things were going with her. Also, the house was left very tidy and neat after his stay. I highly recommend him.”




Matt L.Star Sitter

“Matt is great. Max is always happy to see him and well cared for when I get home. He also leaves my home clean and my linens ready to be laundered.”




Catherine S.Star Sitter

“We felt very lucky to have Catherine sitting with our dog, Daisy for 5 days! Daisy is particular and anxious and Catherine helped her get through in a very loving way. We received detailed daily check-ins and many sweet reassuring photos. We'd absolutely hire Catherine again!”


Gabriel G.

“Gabriel took great care of Wylie when I was away for 4-5 days last week. We easily scheduled our meet and greet ahead of time and Gabriel won my anxious guy over very quickly. During my trip, he was great at communicating arrivals, departures, and with sending updates and photos. Most importantly, Wylie was happy, relaxed, and very tired when I got home. In addition, Gabriel took great care of my place. Would definitely trust him to sit for Wylie again in the future!”


maya f.
“Maya took such great care of my elderly dog while I had to leave the state due to a family emergency, I was very nervous because I have never left my dog with anyone and she’s on a very specific medication schedule. My dog can be a little difficult when taking her medication and going outside but Maya was very patient about the whole thing. Maya exceeded my expectations and kept me updated about everything with my dog.”


R. Anuhea S.

“Anuhea is absolutely fantastic. They were so easy to work with and very flexible. Our dogs has a great time and we're well cared for. Also, the house was spotless!”


Kaylee "James" U.

“James was wonderful! Responsible, shared photos of my pets, left the house exactly as he found it; my dog and cat were happy and well cared-for!”


Amilia M.
“Amilia was the best dog sitter I could have asked for! She always made my pup happy with her weekly walks and company. Will always call Amilia when my dog is lonely. Thank you Amilia 🐶🐶🐶”


Amad E.

“Both my pup and I had such a great experience with Amed. Such a lovely and dependable person who is clearly a dog whisper! My anxious dog was not fussed at all when we returned. I think he enjoyed his experience very much and we felt like he was well cared for during our absence! Thank you so very much!!”


Sadie B.

“Sadie was wonderful with Raven, sent lots of photos and took her on multiple walks during her visit. I’d definitely book again !”


Rachel A.

“Rachel is a kind, conscientious and thoughtful house sitter, and seems to have gotten along very well with my cat. I would certainly use her again.”


Star S.
“Star is fantastic with animals! She is studying to be a vet and grew up with many animals. She has taken care of my animals many times and I would trust her to do the same again! She is also a very clean and respectful person.”


Kaitlyn O.

“Kaitlyn was awesome! Highly recommend”


Athena V.

“Athena was fantastic with our animals and keeping an eye on the house! Communicative and detail oriented, I would heartily recommend Athena for any time you need someone to take care of your furry family members.”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Amherst on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $50 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 475 house sitters in Amherst. 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, 87% of Amherst house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Amherst have an average of 17 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Amherst.
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. Amherst 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.
