House Sitting in Christchurch
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1. Linda U.
“Linda is the best! She took pictures of our pups every day and answered my texts immediately. Our dogs were so happy to see us but easily settled down because their routine had not been disrupted”
2. Lily & Philip E.
“Always reliable and caring pet services by Philip and Lily. Sent pictures and asked questions when needed. They give me such peace of mind when I am away!”
3. Savannah S.
“Savannah was great. She responded quickly to the original request and communicated very well throughout the stay. She also came by to meet our dogs in advance. Our two dogs were happy and well-cared for. We would definitely ask Savannah back to stay with our dogs!”
4. Saraí M.
“Saraí was great! She took excellent care of all 5 of my dogs as well as sent me pictures everyday. My dogs loved her! Anytime she had a question she communicated promptly. I would use her again in a heartbeat.”
5. Victoria L.
About: I have had animals since I was very young, including dogs, cats, and rodents! My first job was at the Humane Society of Southern Arizona, and I have worked in shelters and grooming salons since! I love all animals and have been professionally trained to take care of them and provide them with all the love and attention they need! I have a pretty open schedule as of now! I am a full time online student. I can work with you and am very flexible. It really depends on the owners request. I am wlling and happy to work with the owner to provide the specific care their pet needs.
6. Michael R.
“Absolutely fantastic and reliable. Michael is reliable and loving. We can finally enjoy vacation knowing our cat is completely taken care of.”
7. Patricia U.
“Whst a wonderful thing it is to know your fur babies are in capable, loving hands while you spend time away. Patricia is a sweet, special lady and my two dogs fell in love with her immediately. I will certainly be calling on her again soon.”
8. Vanessa A.
“Vanessa was great with my pet pig Rosa and pup Slinky! I will be taking a longer trip soon and Vanessa took the time to make sure she had a grasp on Rosa and her routine ahead of time, since Rosa is the stubborn one. Absolutely recommend her ❤️”
9. Amanda S.
“Amanda did a fabulous job staying with our dog and cat! Both were very well loved and cared for. I knew from our meet and greet that they would be in great hands. Both took to her immediately. I highly recommend Amanda and will definitely ask her to pet sit for us again.”
10. Tim B.
“Tim did a great job with Bo. He sent updates as agreed and left the house in great shape. He even took out the garbage! He even helped out when our train got very delayed by going back and letting Bo out and feeding him after he had officially left.”
11. Sharolyn F.
“Sharolyn is fantastic! She was the first house-sitter we have worked with through Rover and she left our house cleaner than when we left it. But, most importantly, she treated our two dogs like they were her own - gave them lots of attention, cuddles and exercise!”
12. Shelley Q.
“Shelley went way above and beyond what we anticipated. She was an incredible house guest leaving our home in even better shape than we left it when we departed. Our dog was happy and calm when we returned. I would 100% recommend Shelley!”
13. Abigail L.
“Abigail and Victor were super flexible and easy to work with. They took time to do a nice meet and greet and were very prompt with their service.”
14. Danielle A.
About: I Love animals and Love caring for them. I am very attentive and kind to animals. I think animals deserve Love, attention and respect. I am in tune with animals emotional needs as well. I currently have a full availability to care for animals.I am willing to board your pets in my home overnight. I will care and protect your best friends. I have a park near my apartment and I am willing to board your pets over night. Your pets will enjoy their time with myself and my daughter who also Loves all animals. I am currently off of my full-time job at William and Mary until the end of January. I will be able to give my full attention to your pets during the holiday season. I have a park behind my townhouse and will take your pets for walks there three more times a day. My daughter and I will play and Love on your pets all day long. Your pets will be in a warm and Loving environment.
15. Kayce M.
“Kayce took great care of our dog and house while we were away!! She is very sweet, responsible, and trustworthy! I highly recommend her pet care services.”
16. Melanie H.
About: I’ve had dogs on and off my entire life. For the last 12 years our family has rescued/adopted 11 dogs. I have kept family and friends' dogs while they vacation as well as done drop ins at their home for walks, feeding and cuddling. I have also taken care of goats and chickens. I will treat your pets how I would want someone to treat mine. I am comfortable around all size and breeds of dogs and cats as well as goats and chickens. I am self employed and have a very flexible schedule. I am available almost any time, including nights and weekends. Most schedules can be accommodated. I have 5 acres which about 1/2 acre is fenced in with 6-foot fencing. I can snuggle your dog on the couch or crate them if they feel more comfortable like that. I have my own personal dogs but keep them separate from other people's pets. If you leave directions of what your pets routine in your home is like I can provide for them in that manner.
17. Kellee B.
“Kellee took great care of Peluche while we were in DC overnight. He was a happy boy! We are looking forward to having her back to care for him in February.”
18. Emma J.
“Emma is our go-to pet sitter! She is always flexible to step in last minute when I can't be there to take care of our beloved pets and I know she cares for them like her own fur babies. I never have to worry about my pups when they are in her care; she sends updates and pictures to help me rest assured. She truly goes above and beyond and is an avid animal lover. If you're wanting a long term sitter to trust, Emma is who you want!”
19. Amelia M.
About: I’m a vet assistant at CVC in Williamsburg. Currently in school to become a better assistant. I used to work and train dogs at HHS. I work weekdays a CVC and go to school on Tuesday and Thursday. I’m available after 7:30pm on weekdays and available all day on weekends I’m always on time when it comes to feeding my dog and cat. I take my dog on very long walks through my neighborhood she loves rolling in the grass
20. Samantha K.
“Samantha is excellent with all animals. She has a lot of experience with many different animals. I trust her to take care of my dogs and treat them as good as I would. She is dependable and trustworthy.”
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House Sitting FAQs
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Christchurch on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $40 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 Jul 2024, there are 146 house sitters in Christchurch. 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, 95% of Christchurch house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Christchurch have an average of 16 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Christchurch.
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. Christchurch 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.