House Sitting in California
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1. Victoria V.

“Torrie was great, I was instantly comfortable leaving her to take care of my dog. She sent pictures and updates throughout her stay which was great. I will definitely be asking her to come back when needed.”


2. Jordan M.


“Such a great dog sitter and wonderful house guest! Jordan is someone we have used multiple times now to watch our senior pup and she takes the best care of him! Jordan is very detailed in learning what your pet needs while you are away to insure that they get the same attention (if not better) while your pets are in their care. We get the BEST updates with pictures and details on what’s going on during her stay and we come home to a very happy pup! Jordan has become our go to dog sitter, you can really tell that she takes pride in what she does! Thank you Jordan!”


3. Shemoy S.

“Shemoy worked closely with us to make sure our dogs were comfortable before we left them. She treated our babies like her own and always kept us fully updated :)”


4. Maggie C.

“Maggie was amazing!! She took care of all three of my fur babies… she asked questions about anything she wasn’t sure about and left my home exactly as I left it. I highly recommend her 😊”


5. Callie F.

“Callie was wonderful! I left my pup for the first time and knowing he was with Callie put my mind at ease! She sent frequent photos and was very responsive. Would 100% trust her with my dog again and recommend to anyone needing a sitter or walker!”


6. Danielle H.

“Danielle is amazing, my 6 pups love her and 5 stars is not enough!”


7. Leah H.

“Leah is fantastic! We all know a “dog Mom” that doesn’t want to leave home because of her BABY!! (That’s me??♀️) Leah is patient and attentive, she went above and beyond for us on an extended stay. My dog, my home and my sanity were all in check with Leah. I can’t thank you enough, we will be booking again!”


8. Hannah R.
“A wonderful pet sitter. Left my cat with Hannah for a week. I came back and little Miso was just as safe, secure, and content as I had left him.”


9. George S.

“It was great to know that we were able to find someone who was great a communicating with us and was able to put us at ease when caring for our pets. The first thing we worry about is if the person will reach out if they have a question or will they just guess. Well no worries here whenever there was one, he asked clear questions and was patient for the answer. (The phone is not always available...) Thanks for making us at ease for the weekend.”


10. Alecia S.


“Alecia was great! Very communicative and she did an excellent job with our doggos. We will definitely use her again.”


11. sara g.
“Sara is a loving pet owner of 3 dogs and 5 cats, and always makes time for her furry companions. From small animals to big animals, Sara treats all animals with kindness. She has many years of experience pet sitting family and friends pets and I can assure that she is a trustworthy person who will take the best care of your pets too.”




12. Elizabeth K.

“Elizabeth was attentive to Daisy's needs per the 'care & feeding' instructions we provided. Just as importantly, she treated Daisy as if her own, which was apparent by Daisy snoozling on Betsy's luggage as she prepared to leave.”


13. Kimberly T.

“Kimberly was a life saver. She was very prompt for each visit, provided updates at each drop in, and followed our schedule perfectly. We felt that our old girl was in great hands and didn't have to worry about anything! Our old girl can't stay outside for too long due to health issues, but Kimberly sat and brushed her daily until she was settled.”


14. Alexa G.
“Alexa has been a good friend of mine for a couple years now and if she’s one thing, it’s good with animals. She’s had multiple animals in her care for pretty much all her life and not one has had anything happen to it that was not natural causes. Now I don’t have a dog/cat but I do have a guinea pig that I’ve asked her to keep an eye on while I was on a family trip. He’s still alive so that’s gotta say something right.”


15. Kathleen C.

“Kathleen is amazing! She checked in regularly with pictures of my relaxed and content baby. She was caring and attentive. She even picked up on his silent cues for when he wanted a snack or treat. When we came home, it was as if we'd only been away for 10 minutes. There is no one I'd trust more.”


16. Linda W.

“Linda was awesome. Sadie was relaxed and happy while in her care. It was nice to go on vacation and know that Sadie was being well cared for. I would recommend Linda to anyone who wants their pet to stay home while they are gone. I will definitely request Linda again if we go away.”


17. Katherine B.

“We are so happy with the excellent care that Katherine & Winston gave to our furry little girl. They stayed at our house, and took such good care of everything. We will definitely have them watch our pup again!”


18. Alexis D.

“We were gone for a looong trip and Alexis did a great job watching our babies and keeping them safe and happy. Very responsive and sent plenty of updates.”


19. Shelby T.
“I recently had Shelby sit for my cats recently while I was out of town. She was amazing with them. She is so gentle with them and I appreciated that so much. I would definitely recommend her.”


20. Stephen V.
“Stephen has watched my Pomeranian for a few years now. She absolutely loves him. Stephen is very reliable - he is never late and never cancels. He is a great young man and with strong family values. But more importantly and you can trust him with your pet(s). I highly recommend him, you won’t be disappointed.”
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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
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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.
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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 California on Rover as of Mar 2025 was about $45 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 Mar 2025, there are 199 house sitters in California. 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, 93% of California house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in California 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 California.
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. California 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.
