House Sitting in Brooktondale
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“It was reassuring knowing Stu was being cared for by such a kind and experienced person. Claudia did a great job. The photos she sent were fun to see.”
“Daniel watched our 3-yr old dog while we were away, and he did a fantastic job. He was great at communicating leading up to our vacation (confirming details) and sent us detailed daily updates while we were away! I felt really confident that our dog was well cared for! We will definitely ask Daniel to watch our dog again.”
“AMAZING!! Jenna is so patient with Pillow and takes such good care about my little guy. He has very bad anxiety and she is so kind and good to my guy. I highly recommend Jenna she is the BEST!”
“Julianna was a wonderful sitter for our gal, Millie. She was prompt, able to handle my bully breed, and communicative. I would certainly recommend her.”
About: I also intend on becoming a certified dog trainer and thus I am studying animal behavior. I’m experienced in caring for a wide variety of animals—including pets with special needs or health conditions. Whether your furry friend needs meds, extra patience, or just a whole lot of love, I’ve got you covered. At this time Rover is my only obligation. This may change in the future but I am essentially available from 9 am to 7 pm on weekdays. (Weekends are strictly for overnight stays until further notice.) I will make sure your babies stay stimulated, socialized, and happy. I am comfortable administering medications and special diets. I know the area well and know the best places for walks.
“Our pets (dog, cat and fish) were very well taken care of by Chris while we were away for over a week. Chris asked lots of detailed questions, sent regular updates, and even got to pet our very shy kitty, who is terrified of strangers. Everyone was very happy and healthy upon our return. We will definitely book with Chris again.”
“Rachael did an awesome job! She stayed at our home while we were away for the weekend and took excellent care of our two dogs. It felt so good knowing they were comfy at home while we were away. Would definitely recommend and will book again! Thanks so much.”
About: I am a wildlife rehabilitator, and graduate of Paul Smith's College with a degree in wildlife science. I am an experienced pet sitter, and have worked with dogs, cats, chickens, pigs, parrots, fishes, and lizards. I am back in Ithaca for the summer, and am seeking in-house pet sitting employment for some side money. My rehab experience has made me extremely comfortable administering medications to a variety of animals. After giving subcutaneous medications to an angry fox, I would feel comfortable doing so to any dog that required it. I have a real passion for wild and domestic animals, though there is a special place in my heart for dogs. I have always felt a connection with dogs, and I often enjoy their company more than that of humans. I am looking forward to meeting all your furry (or scaly or feathery) friends. References available upon request.
“Margaret did an excellent job caring for our two dogs over a long weekend. She sent lots of updates and photos and it was clear that the pups were very comfortable with her. We came home to a nice clean house and happy dogs. We would be happy to hire her again for a future sit!”
“Rachel was amazing with Violet! She gave her lots of cuddles and attention. Violet had a blast and we got to see lots of videos and photos of her during our time away. I definitely will contact her for our upcoming trips.”
“Caroline was wonderful to work with. She was a huge help when we were in a bind for dog care on somewhat last minute notice. She was responsive via messaging on Rover and flexible with her schedule and availability. She is super kind and our dog was instantly comfortable with her. We appreciated her care and attention looking after our pup and staying at our house. We will absolutely use her again in the future and would recommend her to anyone!”
“Bailey is an absolute dream. I was able to leave my big, energetic doodle with her and have the peace of mind that she had everything under control. She went above and beyond in making sure that not only were my dog's needs met, but he also had a fun time with her!”
“Gabby was wonderful! Communicative, prompt, and responsible. She sent me lots of pics and updates so I was very reassured. She really seemed to enjoy spending time with my cat which made the whole experience pleasant . I will definitely try to book her again.”
About: Ever since I was a small child, neighbors and friends have entrusted me to check in on their beloved animals and ensure they are fed, played with, and cleaned up after. As an adult who normally teaches full time, I have house sit for colleagues who have children and take them on vacation while I look after their dogs and their parents' chickens across the street. I don't work summers or during school breaks and I don't have kids so I have a lot of flexibility and free time when school is not in session. I'm great with animals On breaks and weekends, I can make pet care my sole focus. No children or other pressing obligations means that I can give all my attention to your furry friends. I come prepared to enrich your pets time and can read a book while they sleep. My husband can handle my household chores so that I don't have to leave your house if that is what the job entails. The only real routine barrier is my teaching job but that is only during week days in the 10 month school year not accounting for planned holidays, Summer or weeks off. I can prepare food, take on walks, clean litter boxes, give medicine, regularly keep water bowls cleaned and filled, play with and ensure that all animals are where they are supposed to be when I turn in for the night or leave the house. I will defer to client's needs or requests as well for anything out of the ordinary.
“I cannot say enough about Claire. She took care of everything. In my opinion, tater ( the dog ) would rather live with Claire than me at this point. That’s how good she is with animals. 100% recommend her!!!”
“Nadia has been very understanding and so patient with our anxious dog. She clearly has experience with approaching pets on their terms. We are so grateful to have found her.”
“Rob did a wonderful job taking care of my dog and cat, and administered medicine when my dog broke out in a rash. I will definitely book him again”
About: Ive walked dogs for many years from my own dog to friends or families, I have a wonderful cat who loves other animals and is super kind. I am available all day on Tuesday and Wednesdays as well as Thursday to Monday before 4pm. I can walk in the mornings and afternoons. I am also able to do overnights if needed At home my cat has a built in litter box which i clean regularly and deep clean once a week. My cat gets brushed and his nails done at petsmart or home once a month.
“Julia was great, reliable, punctual, and respectful. She did a great job managing our dog's medications and reporting back with frequent updates.”
About: I grew up with cats, dogs, hamsters, fish, and bunnies! I’ve cared for large and small dogs, as well as cats and other traditional animals. The animals I’ve cared for have been all ages, so I am beyond comfortable with any animal! Love hanging with fur babies! I’ve pet sat for family and friends for a long time, and am excited to be help for you! A grad student with a semi-flexible schedule, so you can always chat with me to communicate your needs! Afternoons will be a quick visit due to class, but I can spend time and give some extra love in the mornings and evenings! Communication is very important to me, as well as the safety of your fur baby! Therefore, I will always reach out to make sure your pets have everything they need to feel happy and loved!
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1. Claudia A.
“It was reassuring knowing Stu was being cared for by such a kind and experienced person. Claudia did a great job. The photos she sent were fun to see.”
2. Daniel P.
“Daniel watched our 3-yr old dog while we were away, and he did a fantastic job. He was great at communicating leading up to our vacation (confirming details) and sent us detailed daily updates while we were away! I felt really confident that our dog was well cared for! We will definitely ask Daniel to watch our dog again.”
3. Jenna V.
“AMAZING!! Jenna is so patient with Pillow and takes such good care about my little guy. He has very bad anxiety and she is so kind and good to my guy. I highly recommend Jenna she is the BEST!”
4. Juilieanna R.
“Julianna was a wonderful sitter for our gal, Millie. She was prompt, able to handle my bully breed, and communicative. I would certainly recommend her.”
5. Andrea C.
“Andrea has taken care of mine and my partner’s diabetic cat quite a few times in the past year when we’ve been away, and she is always reliable, communicative, and our cat loves her! She is really great with animals and also is extremely respectful staying for overnights. You definitely won’t regret hiring her to take care of your pet :)”
6. Christopher R.
“Our pets (dog, cat and fish) were very well taken care of by Chris while we were away for over a week. Chris asked lots of detailed questions, sent regular updates, and even got to pet our very shy kitty, who is terrified of strangers. Everyone was very happy and healthy upon our return. We will definitely book with Chris again.”
7. Rachael G.
“Rachael did an awesome job! She stayed at our home while we were away for the weekend and took excellent care of our two dogs. It felt so good knowing they were comfy at home while we were away. Would definitely recommend and will book again! Thanks so much.”
8. Ethan S.
“Ethan is amazing! He has been our go to dog/house/kid sitter for years. Everybody loves him. He is fun and super responsible and it is obvious how much he loves animals. He takes the dogs out on long walks, cuddles with them -he even took one of our dogs as a date to a cheese festival. He is the best!!!!”
9. Margaret S.
“Margaret did an excellent job caring for our two dogs over a long weekend. She sent lots of updates and photos and it was clear that the pups were very comfortable with her. We came home to a nice clean house and happy dogs. We would be happy to hire her again for a future sit!”
10. Rachel S.
“Rachel was amazing with Violet! She gave her lots of cuddles and attention. Violet had a blast and we got to see lots of videos and photos of her during our time away. I definitely will contact her for our upcoming trips.”
11. Caroline F.
“Caroline was wonderful to work with. She was a huge help when we were in a bind for dog care on somewhat last minute notice. She was responsive via messaging on Rover and flexible with her schedule and availability. She is super kind and our dog was instantly comfortable with her. We appreciated her care and attention looking after our pup and staying at our house. We will absolutely use her again in the future and would recommend her to anyone!”
12. Bailey L.
“Bailey is an absolute dream. I was able to leave my big, energetic doodle with her and have the peace of mind that she had everything under control. She went above and beyond in making sure that not only were my dog's needs met, but he also had a fun time with her!”
13. Gabriela M.
“Gabby was wonderful! Communicative, prompt, and responsible. She sent me lots of pics and updates so I was very reassured. She really seemed to enjoy spending time with my cat which made the whole experience pleasant . I will definitely try to book her again.”
14. Meagan C.
“They were amazing a both house sitting and watching our dogs and we have used them multiple times. We had two larger dogs one of which was older and required daily medicine and extra care while the other was shy with strangers. Both dogs were always extremely well cared for while we were gone for the week. I fully recommend them to watch our house and pets again.”
15. Clara M.
“I cannot say enough about Claire. She took care of everything. In my opinion, tater ( the dog ) would rather live with Claire than me at this point. That’s how good she is with animals. 100% recommend her!!!”
16. Nadia A.
“Nadia has been very understanding and so patient with our anxious dog. She clearly has experience with approaching pets on their terms. We are so grateful to have found her.”
17. Rob C.
“Rob did a wonderful job taking care of my dog and cat, and administered medicine when my dog broke out in a rash. I will definitely book him again”
18. Emma S.
“Emma is a passionate, kind hearted person. When it comes to my pets she is the first person I call when I need a sitter. She is so loving towards her cat Jackson, and loves all animals as her own. When she watched my cat Rose, it was clear they connected quick and Rose loved her! Emma makes sure your pets will be well loved and cared for while she watches them. The pets always connect with her fast and can sense her kind spirit. If you want your pets to be loved and treated with kindness Emma is the person for the job!!”
19. Julia G.
“Julia was great, reliable, punctual, and respectful. She did a great job managing our dog's medications and reporting back with frequent updates.”
20. Madison W.
“Madison is incredibly loving, warm, responsible, and sweet. She is conscientious and hardworking and reliable. Don't hesitate! She'll be fantastic with your pet/home! She's also a Cornell grad student and long-time responsible manager of Urban Outfitters”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Brooktondale on Rover as of May 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 May 2025, there are 164 house sitters in Brooktondale. 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 Brooktondale house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Brooktondale have an average of 14 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Brooktondale.
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. Brooktondale 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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