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“Caitlin was amazing! She provided a ton of updates and pictures. My dog adored her! My dog can be a lot and she never complained about him! I felt very comfortable leaving my dog alone for the first time with her for an extended period of time.”
“Jacob did an amazing job with our two dogs and home. He came out and met them the night before on short notice. He was a lifesaver and we will be calling him again! Our dogs can be choosy and they hit it off with Jacob right away. Great Experience!”
“Timothy was awesome with my sweet boy Dozer! He did everything as instructed including medication administration and followed his special diet. We will be booking with Timothy again in the near future. He even sent photos!”
“Audrey was excellent. Both our dogs and cat were well-cared for; our house looked great upon our return. She communicated regularly, reassured us that out pets were doing well and were well looked after while we were away.”
“Abigail did a fantastic job caring for and loving on our babies while we were gone. She sent multiple updates daily including pictures which made being away a little easier. She truly is a dog lover and was understanding of each of our pups and their needs. She made our babies feel right at ease and comfortable which was huge as our dogs can be very people selective. Our dogs are quite reactive to people and other dogs which made us anxious to leave them in the first place. Abigail was more than understanding and accommodating of the schedules we have in place to prevent tense situations in our neighborhood. Faith and I are so appreciative of her and would recommend her to anyone! Five stars is not enough! We will definitely be booking with her again for trips and weekly drop ins for our long work days!”
“Laura helped us out last minute and took such good care of our little Oliver! She even stayed some extra time when we made an error with our booking. We will definitely book her again in the future!”
“Where do I begin, Gillian is an AMAZING person and sitter. Before leaving our beloved Moose in her care she walked him a couple of times and every time he returned with the biggest smile on his face. We had originally scheduled Gillian for two weeks but when we were faced with a family emergency and had to return she came to the rescue. Helping us update the booking and most importantly checking on Moose two additional times after we had technically stopped being booked. She is a savior and an angel and saved us so much stress and worry.”
About: Along with taking care of and training my own dogs, I have been a reliable dog walker and pet sitter for many friends, family, and neighbors. I used to volunteer at the local dog shelter and am comfortable with most animals. Trust I will take good care of your adored pets 🫶. I am familiar with taking care of walking, playing, meds, and feeding needs for both dogs and cats. I am very flexible with timing so if you have any pet needs, please reach out! I have a flexible schedule and will make time for your pets unique needs. Reach out at least a day in advance and most likely I'll be available! I am available to care for your pets in your own home. I'll come over for walks, food, etc as often as you would like!
“Schuyler was great with our girl 🐶 She was trustworthy and met every request. We had a worry-free vacation because we knew our fur baby was in good hands. We wouldn’t hesitate to have her back again.”
“Moki was well and lovingly cared for in my home. Maryrose kept me updated daily with pictures of their daily trail runs and walks. Maryrose’s has a special connection with animals that put Moki at ease right away. I will continue the trail runs as Moki is more energized and feeling like a pup again! I would highly recommend her.”
About: I have watched a variety of dogs, including large, small, and puppies. I have two dogs at home, one is 10 and the other is 2. I care for both of them all the time and I am experienced walking and house sitting. I working part time, so I will be watching dogs in my free time! I currently have a very flexible schedule, but please message me to determine my exact availability. I will take great care of your dogs in your home, while being respectful of your space and pets. I have LOTS of cleaning experience in case of an accident :)
About: I've taken care of our family dog for 4 years and our cats for even longer. I walk, feed, and play with our dog. Sometimes I take care of friends' or neighbors' pets as well! I walk and feed our golden retriever, named Max, while my parents are at work. I walk and feed our pets multiple times throughout a week, when needed. I will take care of you pet in whatever way you specify. I'm super excited and love all animals and want to take your worries away!
“Max was amazing!!! They came before their sitting to meet the pets, stayed with our 2 dogs and cats and provided updates throughout the stay. We were well assured our babies were cared for so we could thoroughly enjoy our vacation! Max even water my plants and scooped the litter box while we were gone! Above and beyond will def be our go to in the future!”
About: I have had pets for my entire life. I currently have a dog and two cats. As a kid, I loved learning about animal communication so I have a pretty good read on how animals are thinking and feeling. I have also worked with farm animals and fish. I cared for a senior dog and cat for a while and have petsitted for friends and family members in the past. I am free most of the day on weekdays and until 3 on Sundays. I like to walk and don't mind going back and forth between houses. I currently cannot take your pets home at this time. However, I will be seeking houses within walking distance so I will never be too far away.
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Caitlin B.Star Sitter
“Caitlin was amazing! She provided a ton of updates and pictures. My dog adored her! My dog can be a lot and she never complained about him! I felt very comfortable leaving my dog alone for the first time with her for an extended period of time.”
Jacob H.
“Jacob did an amazing job with our two dogs and home. He came out and met them the night before on short notice. He was a lifesaver and we will be calling him again! Our dogs can be choosy and they hit it off with Jacob right away. Great Experience!”
Maya Z.
“Maya was fantastic. She communicated very consistently, was on time, and kept our four dogs healthy and safe. We will definitely schedule her again.”
Timothy H.
“Timothy was awesome with my sweet boy Dozer! He did everything as instructed including medication administration and followed his special diet. We will be booking with Timothy again in the near future. He even sent photos!”
Audrey M.
“Audrey was excellent. Both our dogs and cat were well-cared for; our house looked great upon our return. She communicated regularly, reassured us that out pets were doing well and were well looked after while we were away.”
Nicole D.
“Took excellent care of my dog Bernie. She was flexible and understanding of my often changing schedule. Professional and on time. I would definitely recommend.”
Abigail R.
“Abigail did a fantastic job caring for and loving on our babies while we were gone. She sent multiple updates daily including pictures which made being away a little easier. She truly is a dog lover and was understanding of each of our pups and their needs. She made our babies feel right at ease and comfortable which was huge as our dogs can be very people selective. Our dogs are quite reactive to people and other dogs which made us anxious to leave them in the first place. Abigail was more than understanding and accommodating of the schedules we have in place to prevent tense situations in our neighborhood. Faith and I are so appreciative of her and would recommend her to anyone! Five stars is not enough! We will definitely be booking with her again for trips and weekly drop ins for our long work days!”
Laura C.
“Laura helped us out last minute and took such good care of our little Oliver! She even stayed some extra time when we made an error with our booking. We will definitely book her again in the future!”
Gillian G.Star Sitter
“Where do I begin, Gillian is an AMAZING person and sitter. Before leaving our beloved Moose in her care she walked him a couple of times and every time he returned with the biggest smile on his face. We had originally scheduled Gillian for two weeks but when we were faced with a family emergency and had to return she came to the rescue. Helping us update the booking and most importantly checking on Moose two additional times after we had technically stopped being booked. She is a savior and an angel and saved us so much stress and worry.”
Charlotte M.
“Charlotte is excellent at caring for all kinds of dogs. She works well with young, energetic dogs who need a lot of exercise as well as senior dogs who prefer shorter walks and an easier pace. Charlotte is kind and gentle with dogs and she is very responsible, always showing up on time for work.”
Schuyler W.
“Schuyler was great with our girl 🐶 She was trustworthy and met every request. We had a worry-free vacation because we knew our fur baby was in good hands. We wouldn’t hesitate to have her back again.”
Molly A.
“Molly was amazing!! Fast communication! Thank you again!!”
Mary Rose L.
“Moki was well and lovingly cared for in my home. Maryrose kept me updated daily with pictures of their daily trail runs and walks. Maryrose’s has a special connection with animals that put Moki at ease right away. I will continue the trail runs as Moki is more energized and feeling like a pup again! I would highly recommend her.”
Nessa L.
“Nessa is great with pets in general but she is especially amazing with dogs. She has a special connection with dogs, is responsible and attentive. She has been walking our dogs for years.”
Marie C.
About: I've taken care of our family dog for 4 years and our cats for even longer. I walk, feed, and play with our dog. Sometimes I take care of friends' or neighbors' pets as well! I walk and feed our golden retriever, named Max, while my parents are at work. I walk and feed our pets multiple times throughout a week, when needed. I will take care of you pet in whatever way you specify. I'm super excited and love all animals and want to take your worries away!
Max B.
“Max was amazing!!! They came before their sitting to meet the pets, stayed with our 2 dogs and cats and provided updates throughout the stay. We were well assured our babies were cared for so we could thoroughly enjoy our vacation! Max even water my plants and scooped the litter box while we were gone! Above and beyond will def be our go to in the future!”
Madison R.
“My dogs were so excited to see Madison! Felt very comfortable having her watch them while I was out of town.”
Kayla O.
“Reliable and Trustworthy. My dogs were happy and so were we.”
Danielle A.
“Danielle was a wonderful dogsitter. Kind, considerate, and checked in with pics, videos and messages during our 4 days away. We would highly recommend her!”
Doug K.
“Lila was a fantastic fit for my dog when I went on a week long vacation. She was very attentive of my dog's needs, and she was incredibly communicative and kept me in the loop on what was going on with my dog while I was away. Absolutely fantastic with animals and will be sure to keep them happy and healthy while you're away!”
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Athens pet parents share their Rover experiences
Moki was well and lovingly cared for in my home. Maryrose kept me updated daily with pictures of their daily trail runs and walks. Maryrose’s has a special connection with animals that put Moki at ease right away. I will continue the trail runs as Moki is more energized and feeling like a pup again! I would highly recommend her.
Emma provided fantastic care for my 2 cats! She was flexible, communication was great, and I loved all the pictures she sent me of my girls. I’ve already booked my next reservation with her! My girls are usually shy but it made me so happy and at ease that they were comfortable playing and exploring with Emma here.
Jacob was amazing and we felt comfortable knowing our babies were safe and being cared for. He was super quick to reply to my messages checking in and he sent me pics and thorough updates daily. I have an older dog who is diabetic and blind and jacob was great with him giving him his insulin shots with no issues. We also had a newly adopted dog and Jacob was comfortable taking care of a dog that we were still getting to know.
Gillian was great. She’s trustworthy and prompt. Unfortunately we have an extremely skittish dog who just doesn’t warm up to everyone and that made it impossible for Gillian to complete the job. Not her fault whatsoever. I would recommend her for “normal” pets.
We had a fantastic experience with Maya! She came over beforehand for a meet and greet, which gave us a lot of confidence going into the booking. She stayed at our house for three nights/four days and took excellent care of our two dogs and two cockatiels. One of our dogs is high-needs and requires daily medication, and Maya handled everything perfectly—just as we would. She kept in touch every day with updates and wasn’t afraid to ask questions if anything came up, which we really appreciated. Our cockatiels aren’t exactly the friendliest, but she still made the effort to care for them, and we’re so grateful for that extra attention. We came home to a clean house, happy pets, and total peace of mind. We would absolutely recommend Maya and would book with her again in a heartbeat!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Athens is $39
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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 Athens average 2 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 Athens on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $39 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 52 house sitters in Athens. 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, 91% of Athens house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 2 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 Athens.
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. Athens 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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