House Sitting Buda
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“Kalena was great watching our dog Clyde! She was extremely thorough in her communication and so helpful when our baby was not feeling well. She did everything we could have hoped for to make him feel better until we got back! Thanks again Kalena!”
“Johanna was fantastic with Luna and Pete. They were very comfortable and happy with her and instantly cuddled with her the day we left. When we arrived back home they were happy and well cared for. I highly recommend Johanna.”
About: I have been around dogs my whole life and have gotten paid to take care of them for a little over 8 years! What sets me apart is the genuine care and attention I give every dog. I understand that every pup has their own personality, routine, and needs, so I take the time to make them feel comfortable, safe, and loved!! I’m patient with puppies, attentive with senior dogs, and happy to follow specific feeding, walking, medication, or care instructions. My goal is for your dog to feel like they’re getting a fun, loving home away from home. I’m not just their sitter, I’m looking to be their new best friend! 🥰 WFH full time as an HR Coordinator, which gives me a flexible schedule and plenty of time to give your pets the attention, care, and companionship they deserve. Since I’m home most of the day, I’m able to provide frequent potty breaks, walks, playtime, and lots of love throughout the day. I’m also a proud dog mom to my pug, Gigi, who is truly part of my family. I’m very attentive to her needs and make sure she gets daily exercise, plenty of playtime, and lots of cuddles. I understand that every dog has their own personality, routine, and comfort level, and I’m happy to follow whatever routine works best for your pup!! 🥰 I prioritize keeping every pet safe, comfortable, and happy. I follow each pet’s routine and care instructions closely, provide plenty of supervision and attention, and treat every dog like my own! As a dog owner myself, I would ensure your dog’s safety and make sure that they aren’t even worried about their pawrents being away!
“Mariah stayed in our home and dog sat our two dachshunds over the weekend. She's really genuine and reliable & honest person. She took great care of our fur babies and our home and followed all the instructions we left. I will definitely rebook with her again in the future. It's hard to find people you can count on and trust but she checked all our boxes and was great!!! I highly recommend her if you need a dog sitter!”
“Willow is so sweet and loving to my baby Afi! She loves animals so much. Super easy to work with & communicative. I give her a shared note on my phone with directions and she follows them thoroughly. I’ll be booking Willow again!”
“Samantha did a great job taking care of our two pups at our house. We came home to find happy pups and a well taken care of house. Good communication during the sitting. We plan to hire her again and would recommend to anyone else.”
“Michael was absolutely amazing with my 2 old men, he was very communicative, they loved him, and he was very attentive to their individual needs and personalities. Will definitely book with him again!”
“There are not enough good things to say about our experience with Alex. I am normally a basket case with just leaving LeeLoo but now we have our 3 month old, Zeppelin, whom we cannot board. Alex was beyond attentive to their needs, schedules, and our instructions. He is very respectful and knows animal behavior. Our home was left in the same (actually better) condition than when we left. He provided updates frequently. But most of all, when we got home… the dogs weren’t even that excited to see us 😂😂😂😂. They were comfortable and cared for extremely well. Will be booking Alex again for sure.”
“Michelle was a fantastic sitter for us, she was able to accommodate us on short notice and work with our schedule for the day to ensure that our boy had someone to keep him company while we were gone :). We got updates, pictures, and she took him on two walks that day to make sure he had an outlet for all his energy. After our experience with Michelle, we'll definitely be using her again!”
“We are so lucky to have found Amy! We can leave for trips knowing that our home and most importantly our Presley is being cared for super well! Presley loves Amy and we do too!”
“Erika was AMAZING! My dogs were in excellent care with her, so responsible and trustworthy I had no worries leaving them when I went on vacation, it made my trip 100x less stressful. The dogs were so happy in all of the pictures she sent, I’m def rebooking! And thank you so much for your kind note Erika!”
“Dominique did a great job with our two small dogs. She is a great communicator and overall great experience. Definitely will hire her again and recommend to anyone else.”
“Suzanne was wonderful with our lab, Dixie! From the moment she arrived for the meet and greet, her love for animals was evident and her professionalism impressive. Suzanne was attentive to detailed instructions, asked pertinent questions, and clearly had Dixie’s welfare in mind at all times. And when there were last minute plan changes, Suzanne was ON IT!!!…..she was patient and flexible, always willing to ensure Dixie received the best care possible. Her daily updates and praise for our girl put our minds at ease, knowing that Dixie had the love and affection she craves. What more could you ask for?!?!?! Suzanne was a WIN for everyone and we won’t hesitate to use her in the future! Thanks again, Suzanne!!!!!!”
About: I have over ten years of experience walking dogs. I’ve cared for all types of animals, from farm animals to reptiles to cats and dogs! I own my own business which gives me the ability to make my own schedule. This allows me to have a very open schedule where I can accommodate early mornings, late nights and anything in between! I have three dogs of my own so I am very confident in meeting the different needs your dog or cat may need! I am patient with timid animals and allow them to get well adjusted for me!
“Llanie was great with our dogs Boli and Oggy. She was on time, communicative, and thoughtful. Our dogs immediately loved her! The dogs really loved her from the photos and videos she sent over! We will definitely use her again!”
“Ashleigh is amazing! She was great at giving updates and being accommodating for my elder dogs and their various needs. I could tell all my pets 2 dogs and 3 cats felt extremely comfortable from day 1 and I'm definitely going to rebook with her next time I need my pets taken care of!”
“Absolutely amazing! Was so kind sweet loving with my dog and respectful of my place. Needed a sitter last minute and she jumped at it and truly saved me. Will be using all the time! And highly recommend!!”
About: I grew up with a cat, so I understand feline independence, quirks, and how to earn trust — even with the shy ones. Over the years, I’ve also lived with roommates who had dogs, so I’m comfortable with daily walks, feeding routines, and just being a steady, calm presence for a dog who’s used to company. Beyond my own home, I’ve pet sat for friends and family for years — everything from quick daily check-ins to longer stays while people were traveling. I know how important it is to keep pets on their normal routine, give them plenty of attention, and communicate with owners so they feel at ease the whole time. Whether your pet needs a playmate, a quiet companion, or just someone reliable to make sure they’re fed and loved, I’m happy to step in. Since I work fully remote, I’m home basically all day, so your pet gets plenty of company rather than long stretches alone. We will go for walks or dog park time throughout the day. My apartment doesn’t have direct yard access, but the complex has several dog parks nearby for outdoor time and socializing. I’m happy to adjust my schedule to match your pet’s usual feeding routine, and I send photo updates so you can see how they’re doing throughout the stay.
“For those of you who get bored with long reviews, let me save you some time: stop scrolling through profiles and BOOK HOPE. If we could leave a 10-star review for her, we absolutely would. For the past eight years, we've had a wonderful pet sitter who kept our pets in her home whenever we traveled. We knew her, trusted her implicitly, and most importantly, our animals adored her. This year, however, she wasn't available during the dates we'd be away, and I immediately panicked. Where was I going to find an A-level replacement with only a week to spare? We've had less-than-stellar experiences with boarding facilities in the past, so that wasn't an option. After exhausting my personal network, I pulled up Rover. I started scrolling through profiles, and while many people seemed great, none truly stood out. Then I came across Hope's profile, which boldly stated, "I'll care for them like they're my own." Okay, you've got my attention. As I continued reading, it became clear that Hope was a thorough, thoughtful communicator with a flexible schedule and a genuinely nurturing heart—qualities that were important to us. Since I needed to make a decision quickly, I reached out right away. She responded within 20 minutes, confirmed her availability, and patiently waited while I finalized our travel details. Once everything was settled, she scheduled a meet-and-greet for the very next day. She arrived right on time with warm energy and a welcoming smile. We introduced her to our senior dog and mischievous cat, then spent time discussing her background, experience, expectations, medications, feeding routines, overnight care, and all the details that come with leaving your pets. One thing that impressed me was the quality of her questions—she brought up things I hadn't even considered. By the end of the visit, I felt a tremendous sense of relief. I knew our fur babies would be in good hands, and I was convinced that her profile tagline was a true statement. When we left for our trip, we felt confident about their care, though naturally a little nervous about how they would handle our absence. By the end of the first day, we had already received photos and a detailed update. What immediately stood out was Hope's honesty. She didn't simply tell us everything was “fine”—she shared that they seemed a little sad and were clearly adjusting to the change, but she was confident they'd settle into a routine in no time. That level of transparency reassured me that she was truly paying attention and interacting with them, not just stopping by to refill food bowls and move on with her day. The first few days sounded like an adjustment period. There was some pouting, lower energy, and understandable reluctance to embrace their new human. Since our pets had never stayed in our home without us before, I worried they might struggle to adapt to the new arrangement. Thankfully, the transition was short-lived, and before long everyone had found their groove. Every single day, Hope sent us colorful updates about their adventures. Even while on vacation, I found myself looking forward to her messages. They were informative, funny, and full of personality. More importantly, they made it obvious that she was spending real quality time with our pets and getting to know them as individuals. Through her words, I could see their personalities shining through. The photos and videos consistently showed happy, healthy, well-loved animals, which allowed us to fully relax and enjoy our trip. At the end of her stay, Hope let us know that we were out of dog food and offered to pick up a bag so we wouldn't have to rush out immediately after returning home. Our dog certainly wasn't going to starve, and he probably could have skipped a meal if necessary, but having that errand taken care of was truly above and beyond. It's those thoughtful details that separate a good pet sitter from an exceptional one. If you're still reading this review, I commend you—I usually tap out around sentence six myself. The truth is, I could probably write a short novel about how wonderful our first experience with Hope was, but I'll stop here so you can go book her before someone else does. We will absolutely be booking her again in the future, and I've already referred her to several friends. I'm going to miss getting her daily updates, and if I'm being completely honest, I'm pretty sure our pets are going to miss her even more.”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Buda is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Buda
We knew we were in great hands with Hope from the moment we met her! She kept us updated the entire time with photos and the BEST commentary that always made us laugh. Coco and Finn honestly never looked happier. One of our dogs is usually pretty nervous around new people, and he warmed up to Hope so quickly, which says everything about her. You can tell she genuinely loves and cares for the animals she watches. We will absolutely be using Hope again and can’t recommend her enough. If you’re in the Austin area and need someone you can completely trust with your pets, reach out to Hope. You won’t be disappointed!
Christian was great! She was very transparent with her schedule and when she was needing to leave the house for just a little. She took great care of my baby Diesel. He was very happy in all the pictures she sent and he definitely seemed like he was well cared for and loved while we were away. She also followed all of my strict training instructions perfectly! I’d recommend her to anyone!
Heather was absolutely amazing and took such great care of both my dogs and my home! She kept me updated throughout her stay, sent plenty of photos of the pups, and made sure I always knew how they were doing. I felt completely reassured and comfortable knowing they were in such good hands. She was responsible, caring, and attentive, and I couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter. I would highly recommend Heather to anyone looking for someone they can trust with their pets and home!
Suzanne was wonderful with our lab, Dixie! From the moment she arrived for the meet and greet, her love for animals was evident and her professionalism impressive. Suzanne was attentive to detailed instructions, asked pertinent questions, and clearly had Dixie’s welfare in mind at all times. And when there were last minute plan changes, Suzanne was ON IT!!!…..she was patient and flexible, always willing to ensure Dixie received the best care possible. Her daily updates and praise for our girl put our minds at ease, knowing that Dixie had the love and affection she craves. What more could you ask for?!?!?! Suzanne was a WIN for everyone and we won’t hesitate to use her in the future! Thanks again, Suzanne!!!!!!
Puppy Simmons, in particular, was more cooperative than i expected, largely due to Kristle kind and caring demeanor. Luna Simmons, in contrast will accept anyone who will scratch her. We have already asked if Kristle would consider house-sitting again with our two fur babies, and she said "yes"
We had used Heidi in the past to watch our FURocious children, so we thought we knew what to expect. Heidi house sat our two girls and everything seemed to be going fine, then we peaked in on the security cameras as we were getting ready to come home. Our younger child, a large lab) who doesn't seem to trust anyone, was rubbing up against Heidi and excitedly wagging her tail like she was her best friend. That warmed our hearts even if we felt our girl was being a little traitor.
Just the absolute best pet sitter on the planet! She spent so much time with the dogs and you could tell that they were so happy with her. She had no issues with us leaving cameras so we could check on the dogs as we were away and she provided us plenty of updates and photos while we were gone. We will absolutely be using Amber again for our trips in the future!
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The average cost for House Sitting in Buda on Rover is $55.5 per night (as of September 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 September 2026, there are 4,530 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Buda. 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 Buda 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 Buda 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 Buda 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 Buda. On Rover:
- 92% 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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