House Sitting in Birchwood, Bellingham, WA
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“Rene was a great sitter for our two cats! She followed all our (complicated) directions for feeding them and they both loved her - even our shy boy! We’ll definitely book her again. Thank you, Rene!”

“Keegan arrived on time and was great about walking our dog. She got him out to the dog park and walked him every day. We found Ollie very calm and happy upon our return. So grateful for all that Keegan did for Ollie!”

About: I have provided care for dogs and cats for over 20+ years. I was the first to volunteer in my youth to "stay home" with the animals. I am thoughtful and reliable and understand the importance of a maintained routine. I approach all visits with patience, care, and professionalism. I communicate clearly with pet parents and adjust my care to match each fur baby's personality. Trust and confidentiality are my priorities. Flexible schedule! I am currently between employment commitments while I assist family members with recent health concerns. I am organized and reliable and can accommodate regular visits as well as short-notice needs. I prioritize maintaining your pet's normal routine to reduce any stress and ensure comfort and safety. I follow care instructions closely and monitor behavior and overall well being. I communicate regularly and provide all requested updates. I treat the client's home with care, professionalism and discretion at all times. I am an active person and enjoy walks/runs.
“There are almost not enough things to say how wonderful Elizabeth was. She stepped in when my other pet sitter flaked out about 3 days before we departed. Not only did she take wonderful care of Nika but she provided updates and photos and was really flexible and accommodating when our flights got canceled and severely delayed. She is easily the most responsible pet and house sitter I have ever found on Rover.com. Thank you Liz and look forward to having you back soon!!!!!”


“Chloe was great with Nova. She was in contact with me throughout the stay and provided photos of my baby often. She was easy to work with and quick to respond to messages. Hoping to use her again!”

“Jada has been amazing! Our two boys, dog and cat, vibed well with her. Even though our cat is usually shy, he was able to warm up to her really quick. Highly recommend Jada to take care of my fur babies!”
About: I’ve taken care of various pets since I was 10. I have cared for many dogs, including puppies and seniors, but I also have experience caring for cats and other pets as well. My attention to detail, cleanliness, and energetic attitude will make me the perfect candidate to care for your pet! I have a flexible schedule and reliable transportation, so I’m able to drop in and check on your pet at a moment’s notice. I’m willing to take on jobs last minute and can care for many pets a day. Before my beloved dogs Rosie and Sissie passed away due to old age, I took pride in caring for them every day. I understand the importance of having animals in our lives not just as pets, but as family. Caring for your pets would allow me to utilize my experience and fill the hole in my heart that was caused by the passing of my own fur babies ❤️
“Havana was an absolute dream to work with and I could not recommend her enough!! Our sweet dog is a very anxious and selective girlie and she warmed up to Havana much quicker than she typically warms up to people! Havana was great about prioritizing her comfort, minimizing stress, and building trust. She was also extremely detail oriented and communicative and sent regular updates and check ins. Not only was she amazing with our dog, but we also had some emergency flooding that happened right before we left and Havana went above and beyond to help out with making sure maintenance could do what they needed while we were away. She left our place in great condition and gave us such peace of mind while we were gone. I’ll definitely be using Havana again and couldn’t say enough great things about her!”

“Sophia came over the day before for a meet n greet and I immediately knew it would be a great fit. She stayed the night with my elderly dog and pup and gave them lots of love. I felt confident they were well taken care of. She sent pictures throughout her stay (which I love)! I plan on using her for over night stays in the future!”

“Wow! Madalyn did a great job taking care of my Great Dane, Zeke. He definitely has some quirks, and she was great about providing the care he needs! My house was in excellent shape upon my return. I’d definitely use Madalyn again, and highly recommend her services!”

“Autumn was great with our Fox Terrier, Henry, who gets anxious when he's alone in the house-- She reports that he was writhing on his back and chasing his tail in a circle, which means he was feeling good!”

“Madison was a wonderful cat sitter. This is our first time having someone stay at the house with the cats while we were away and Madison did a wonderful job. She was very communicative, sent pictures of the kitties and left the place in great shape. Will definitely hire her again!”

“Kayli always does a great job with Phoebe, and Phoebe is crazy about her! She also kept our bird feeders filled and took care of things in general. I highly recommend Kayli for house and pet sitting!”

About: I have grown up loving and caring for animals and have lived with cats and dogs. Many neighbors, friends, and community members rely on me to care for their pets, which include dogs, cats, and other cherished creatures. I have years of experience working with reactive dogs, as my own dog struggles with reactivity. I have administered medication to various animals and have probably spent hours of my life cleaning pet-made messes! I am a college student, so while I am in school I will be available on weekday afternoons (around 3:00 onward) and can work any time on weekends! Starting mid-June I will be on break and have greater weekday flexibility (available mornings). I am accustomed to spending long stretches of time at clients' homes, adapting to the rhythms of pets' schedules, staying overnight if needed. I always settle in slowly, with gentle movements, to help the pet feel at ease when I am around. This is their home, and I'm a guest in it!
“Bailey is great & Winnie was very happy when we got home! Bailey sent pictures & messages during our time away that put me at ease knowing my girl was being well cared for. I couldn’t ask for a better person to watch Winnie.”


“Daniella was absolutely amazing! She stopped by 2 times before the sit for my stranger-nervous dog to get to know her. She was very quick to respond to my messages, and shared lots of photos of them on walks or on the couch cuddling. I would happily have Daniella dog-sit for me again!”

“Highly recommend Jon for pet sitting. He looked after our dog and cat (Buddy and Miso) and was professional, punctual, and communicative. He sent frequent updates and photos and was always available via text if we needed anything. A stress-free experience for us and our pets. We will definitely use his services again."”

Over 214 pet parents in Birchwood have booked house sitting
Birchwood pet parents share their Rover experiences
Callie was fantastic!! She was a prompt and thoughtful communicator. She sent us excellent photos of our dog while we were on our vacation and kept in touch regularly. She took care of our home and left it cleaner than we did! She was a trooper through a snow storm and power outage. She is resourceful, brave and kind. An excellent sitter and human being. She will be the first person we ask to sit again. We are counting our lucky stars that we found her and though our Dipper was happy to see us upon our return she is still sitting by the window hoping to see Callie.

We found Adrianna last minute for a 5 day trip and are so thankful that she was available! She came over for a meet and greet and our dogs immediately loved her. We felt very comfortable with her watching them while we were away which allowed us to enjoy our short getaway. She was very communicative throughout her stay and we appreciated all of the cute photos she sent!

Sophia was an amazing sitter for our anxious girl, Tala! She was incredibly sweet and communicative and left our home in great shape. She regularly send multiple photos and updates throughout the day and went above and beyond to spoil our girl the same way we would, even making her eggs for breakfast! It was clear that Tala warmed up quickly and felt safe with Sophia, which in turn made us feel such peace of mind leaving on our trip. She followed instructions perfectly and treated our girl with love, we couldn’t have asked for more. We will definitely be using Sophia again in the future!

Havana house/dog sat for us for 3 nights and 4 days and was phenomenal! Our dog Maya was very happy and I don't think she missed us at all, which is the highest compliment that I can give. Havana sent us photos and updates once a day, her communication was excellent. She walked Maya every day and played and cuddled with her. When we got home our house was spotless. I highly recommend Havana for house and dog sitting!

We had a wonderful housesitting experience with Jada! While we were gone, we received daily photos/videos and highlights from the day. She incorporated our routines and training methods where applicable, and was attentive to Maple’s specific needs. The house was just as we left it and we came home to a happy pup. We would recommend and rebook with Jada!

Peyton took care of our cat and dog for a long weekend. She took our dog for many walks and spent lots of time with them. We appreciated the daily or twice daily updates about the pets and their pics. She was very respectful of our house and left everything clean. We will definitely book again!

My pets all love Madison! Even my cat Tommy, who won’t have anything to do with anyone but my husband!! I can rest easy on vacation knowing Madison takes good care of everything and everyone is happy and healthy when we get home! We get daily updates and pictures of them on walks and relaxing at home in her care.

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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 Birchwood.
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. Birchwood 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.
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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.












