House Sitting in Amherst
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1. Christopher P.
About: Hello! I am a retired professional currently living in Summerside, Prince Edward Island. I am a lifelong animal lover and have owned many dogs and cats over the years. My circumstances are no longer conducive to me owning pets so I am offering my services as a house/pet sitter to get my animal “fix”. As mentioned above, I am an experienced dog and cat owner. I have owned dogs from certified breeders, “backyarders” as well as rescue/shelters. I volunteered at an SPCA animal shelter for several years. I also have owned tropical fish and have experience with many species of aviary birds including parrots. I am healthy and am a non-smoker. I am willing to look after your pets and take care of whatever maintenance / chores are required to keep your place humming along! As a pet owner I know how important it is to you to know that your pets are well cared for when you are absent. I will treat them as they are my own so you can have peace of mind when you are gone. I am computer literate and use social media so staying in touch when you are gone will be something I will do on a regular basis. I do charge a daily fee. This fee is negotiable depending on the level of house and pet care required. Please reach out if you think I can help you out. I am currently retired and have a great deal of flexibility with my routines and schedules. I am also available for long term sits in your home. I pride myself on treating pets that I sit as my own and treat your home as my own. As a pet owner, it was always very important to me that sitters treated my pets as their own.


2. Tia S.

“Lily can be fearful but she immediately took to Tia. Tia has a very kind and gentle way with our pup. Highly recommend her as a sitter and we will definitely book her again. Thank you Tia!”


3. April S.

“April was the perfect sitter for Marco, our 5 month old puppy, she took the job very seriously and provided me with updates throughout the day. I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again :)”
How Rover works
1. Search
Read verified reviews and choose a house sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your house and pets while you’re away3. Book & Pay
All payments are processed through Rover’s secured platform and your booking is backed by 24/7 support. It’s that easy!
Why Choose Rover?
Cashless payments
Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.
Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
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 Amherst on Rover as of Jan 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 Jan 2025, there are 5 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, 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 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.
