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Sitter Profile Image: Emma B.
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Emma B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
112 reviews
26 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

Emma was extremely kind and professional! My critters instantly adored her, and they are typically shy around new people. She was extremely communicative and exceeded my expectations!

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Rachel S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

Rachel was great! I was nervous about leaving the dogs with a new person I’d not met in-person. We FaceTimed and talked all weekend. She sent tons of videos and pictures. Left my house clean and my babies were so happy. I will definitely use her again.

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Jennifer M.
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Aleksandra M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
9 repeat clients
6 years of experience
West Columbia, SC, 29169

She did a great job! House was in order and pets were happy when we got back! She was very communicative and let me know if the dogs were having any issues.

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jeffrey b.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
3 repeat clients
40 years of experience
West Columbia, SC, 29169

Jeffrey is wonderful! He is very attentive to my dogs. I think they may love him more than me now! Even my standoffish dog warmed up to him quickly. He sends pictures and updates daily, and even put my garbage out without being asked! I highly recommend Jeffrey for your pet sitting needs!

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Anna R.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

The dog, house, and all good!

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Paula G.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29205

Paula took great care of my pup while I was at work. She sent me a lot of pictures and made sure to get him enough exercise. Will definitely book again. Thank you!

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Madison R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

Madison was excellent! She gave plenty of updates with pictures and took great care of our pups while we were away. Would definitely recommend!

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Stephanie W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
9 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29212

Stephanie always does a great job with our dogs! Our youngest is very playful when we get back, so we can tell he was played with while we were gone.

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Laney K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
8 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

Laney was so good to my babies! Her communication and response is excellent. She sent pictures throughout my time away and my dogs are happy and well cared for.

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Taylor K.
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$30
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10 years of experience
West Columbia, SC, 29169

About: I have hands-on experience caring for my dog with severe skin conditions, so I’m comfortable with medication routines, being gentle with sensitive areas, and paying close attention to any changes. I also have experience cat-sitting for friends, so I’m familiar with both energetic dogs and more independent cats. I treat every pet like they’re part of my own family, giving them plenty of attention, patience, and love while you’re away. I’m a full-time music graduate student at the University of South Carolina and also work part-time at Starbucks. While my shifts can vary, I have a flexible schedule that allows me to fit in walks, feedings, litter box changes, and any other daily care your pet needs. I make sure pets’ routines are maintained, and I’m happy to adjust my schedule to accommodate their needs. I provide full care for pets in their home, including feeding, walking, playtime, and administering any special care they might need. I’m happy to clean up after pets, including litter boxes, accidents, and general messes, so your home stays tidy and your pets stay happy. I treat each pet’s space with respect and make sure their routine is maintained while you’re away.

Sitter Profile Image: Morgan B.
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Morgan B.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

Morgan did a great job taking care of our beagle child Lucky. We planned a trip with short notice and couldn’t be happier that we found Morgan and she was available to provide in home care for Lucky. It was our first time using her but won’t be the last. We found her to be very attentive, accommodating to any special requests, responsible and reliable. The regular updates she provided us made us feel less guilty about leaving her behind. We highly recommend Morgan and Lucky does too! 🐶

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Sitter Profile Image: Samantha C.
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Samantha C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29205

About: I have been pet sitting and doing over night stays for friends, family, and now rover for around 3 years! I have also volunteered at PAALs service training dog shelter while at school! I have an elder miniature schnauzer and a cat at home. :) I am currently a student in college, but I am home for the summer! I am available for stop ins as well as over night stays. I care for pets in other peoples homes depending on the owners needs! I am able to hang out and play with the dog at home, stay overnight, and/or take them on walks!

Sitter Profile Image: Grace L.
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Grace L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29205

About: I have taken care of dogs since I was 8. My mom has been a very popular and successful dog watcher since I was born, so I’ve always been around them and her while she takes care of them. I’ve even taken some jobs up from her if she gets too busy. I love dogs and I would love to take care of yours! I’m a rising sophomore at the University of South Carolina! I love to go on walks, go to the gym, cooking, journaling, crafts, board and card games and much more. I’m a very outgoing person and could probably become friends with anyone, including your fur babies! Since I love walking, I’d love to bring your pup along as well! I am trained with all types of harnesses and leashes for dogs. I go to class mainly in the early mornings from 8-9 but I am very flexible and have a lot of free time other than that! I’d love to spend my free time with your babies! I do not have a fenced in yard, or a yard. I share an apartment with a mixed puppy and 3 other girls. The puppy is very friendly, but I’d probably keep your pup with me at all times.

Sitter Profile Image: Alexandra H.
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Alexandra H.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
4 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Irmo, SC, 29063

Alexandra was absolutely wonderful with my dog. He’s notoriously sensitive to change—often refusing to eat and hiding when I’m away. But within just two days of being with Alexandra, he was out of his shell and eating normally. Her calm, caring approach clearly made him feel safe and comfortable. I’m beyond grateful and will definitely be booking her again for future trips. Highly recommend!

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Diane S.
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alyssa p.
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$27
per night
2 years of experience
West Columbia, SC, 29169

About: I’ve grown up with animals, I even have three cats of my own. Yours are in the best hands! id love to help when needed. I currently do not have a job and i’m going to be a part time student in the fall, I am pretty much open anytime! I stay on-top of established feeding, walking, potty, and medication schedule to minimize stress. Would also send pics as a peace of mind to you

Sitter Profile Image: Owein H.
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Owein H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
6 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29210

Owein was amazing! He came ahead of time to meet the pups and talk through all the care stuff in person which I really appreciated! Owein was so thorough, thoughtful, and took extra care to make me feel confident with their care. I was sent regular updates a couple of photos which was great! Overall, the care my dogs received was fantastic and I would definitely like to have Owein watch my dogs in the future. Highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexandria B.
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Alexandria B.
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$40
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4.2 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29210

Super pet sitter! Sent videos and was very responsive the entire time. Highly recommended!

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Britney R.
Sitter Profile Image: Johann C.
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Johann C.
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$87
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5.0 out of 5 stars
83 reviews
17 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29204

Johann is the absolute best professional dog and house sitter. My pups are so happy when he cares for them--they look for him for days after he leaves. I come home from business trips to a clean home, happy dogs and I have peace of mind the entire time I am gone.

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Cindy C.
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Shanavia F.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
12 repeat clients
16 years of experience
West Sugar Creek, Columbia, SC, 29201

About: I’ve been taking care of dogs since I was 12. Now, I am a dog mom of 3 beauties. I have a 16 yr old shitzu terrier mixed,3 yr old a pit bull , and a 6 months English bull dog! I got out of the medical field, and have now devoted my lifestyle to my at home marketing and being a full time dog mom! I’m skilled in handling dogs of all sizes and all energy levels. I love teaching new tricks and commands. I wanted to pursue dog training once and tend to mimic a lot of tips that stick with me. Communicating with dogs comes really natural to me, and I love on all of the different personalities I’ve met. Can’t wait to meet your fur babies! ****I am also able to assist with any oral medications your pet may have. I have a very flexible schedule to where I work from home. My schedule is pretty open throughout the week. If I’m not working Rover, I’m home being a dog mom! In my clients home I will follow instructions as given. I own a crate if needed, I prefer not to crate if in my care. I’m always loving on my fur babies🥰

Sitter Profile Image: Madeline K.
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Madeline K.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
8 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29205

Maddie was excellent! She took great care of our older pets. She was communicative and our dog and cat loved her!

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Allison P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We had a great experience with Aleksandra! She loved on our pets, gave us great updates and lots of pictures. The house was left impeccable which we were super appreciative of. We highly recommend Aleksandra for your pets.

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Sara M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Laney is absolutely wonderful! My first time using her was for a full week of house/pet sitting and I felt totally at ease with her watch my dogs. She kept me updated with pictures and how each day went, which I appreciated. One of my dogs had an injury after booking and she took special care of him without it being an issue. I would highly recommend her to anyone and will be using her again.

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grae m.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Fantastic! Paula took great care of my pups and house and made me feel comfortable leaving them for a long weekend. I will definitely be using her to house sit again in the future.

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Lindy M.
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Chauncey was such a great house sitter for Levi! She took great of him and was very attentive! Highly recommended!

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Amanda M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Richelle continues to be a conscientious , reliable sitter for my 2 cats. She not only looks after their care, but plays with them and is involved with their quirky personalities. Rochelle is my go to sitter!

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Susan T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Elena was wonderful with Scottie and gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. She was attentive, communicative, and cared for him like he was her own! I would absolutely trust her to watch Scottie again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter.

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Margaret A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kristin was wonderful with my 2 senior dogs for the first time i used a sitter. She sent me multiple pictures and a few videos which showed me how well they were doing and responding to her. She is very kind and caring. I will DEFINITELY request her again!

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Shelia S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Haley was spectacular! Communicative, friendly, and took great care of my pup! She sent update pictures and I came home to my house looking just like I left it. Would definitely trust her with my dog anytime.

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Abbey W.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Juliette was the best! She took such good care of our dogs while we were away! I will definitely be using her again!

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Carol Ann T.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Carolina was great. Very good communication and a real love for animals in general. She made us feel very comfortable and in the know with sending multiple pictures throughout each day of her sitting. Woukd highly recommend Caroline to anyone who just needs a break and wants there fluffy friends to be in good hands and walked and fed on time with our exact request I think my cat even gained a few pounds there is nothing to worry about with Carolina taking care of your pets thanks again for your care.

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Jackson G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Samantha did a wonderful job! She took care of our babies and our home. Did a great job staying in touch with us and sending videos and pictures. We look forward to working with her again.

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Brandi C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

As always, Hadley takes such amazing care of our dog, cat, and house when we’re away. She really cares for them like her own which takes the stress out having someone stay with them.

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Kelsey C.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Emma is always great with our animals! Especially grateful for her willingness and ease at giving our dog medicine and ear drops while we were gone.

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Jean F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rachel always takes the best care of our pups and I am so glad she agrees to come back because they can be wild 😂

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Jessica A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Julia was absolutely amazing and went above and beyond for our pets. Would book her again in a heartbeat!

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Megan D.
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Madeline did a great job taking care of our sweet pup! She checked in often, was friendly and made sure Stella was well taken care of while we were gone.

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Anna K.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda has watched our three dogs several times and we will definitely be booking with her again! She spends a lot of time with them and is a great communicator. Highly recommend! Dogs are always happy when we get home which to me is the best sign of a good dog sitter.

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Tara S.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Anne Marie was a delight. Oscar was happy with her and would be glad to see her again. I highly recommend her services.

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Pam B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Savannah was an amazing sitter for our dog. During a week long trip, she stopped in multiple times per day, providing updates and pictures throughout our trip. I would recommend her to anyone!

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Brian R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Presleigh was so wonderful with my dog Grits. From the start she was kind, reliable and clearly someone who really cares about animals. She went above and beyond my scheduled booking-even checking on Grits outside of the original timeframe when my schedule unexpectedly changed. That meant so much to me and gave me total peace of mind. Grits was so happy and well cared for- I would highly recommend Presleigh!!

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Barbara B.
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Columbia on Rover as of Apr 2026 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.

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As of Apr 2026, there are 614 house sitters in Columbia. 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, 88% of Columbia house sitters respond in under an hour.

House sitters in Columbia have an average of 16 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 Columbia.

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. Columbia 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.

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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.