House Sitting Core
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Over 271 pet parents in Core have booked house sitting
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“Aleksandra was amazing! Quickly grew a relationship with Leo and Louie :) She walked them, fed them and played with them. Highly recommend Aleksandra for your next booking and we will definitely book her again!”


“Anna was outstanding with my dog Rocket! He can be a handful and she took care of him like a pro, sent tons of updates, and gave him lots of love and attention. I highly recommend Anna!”

About: Hello, I am Robert and I look forward to meeting & getting to know your pet(s). 🐕 🐈 🤗 —————————————————— I also offer to care for your home and water & feed your plants while you are away. I have experience caring for both indoor & outdoor plants. 🪴 —————————————————— As a professional sitter, it is my goal to provide you, the pet/ home owner, the peace of mind that your pet(s) and your property is being left in capable hands caring for your beloved pet(s) and home. ———————————————————————————————————— I am a cheerful, friendly, responsible fellow. I am an experienced home owner, non-smoker & a non-drinker. I don’t do drugs. You will learn that I am caring, thoughtful, honest and respectful. I will plan to be as communicative and responsive as you wish while you are away providing you updates regarding the well being of your pet(s). —————————————————— I am immediately available October 28 - November 2 with a possibility to extend. ——————————————————- For my entire life I’ve owned and cared for pets off & on. I fondly remember my Beagle, Brownie, when I was growing up. We had a special long standing connection. I reminisce how Brownie used to love to launch herself off the dock, into the lake, going after balls I’d throw for her. 💦 —————————————————— We had many cats both as I grew up and while married. One cat, we called Mr. Mayor, we had micro-chipped and it was a good thing because one day he disappeared. We feared he had headed out of town in a neighbor’s U-Haul but no… three years later we received a call from Animal Services that a neighbor, two blocks away and across a busy street, had apprehended Mr. Mayor digging in her garden and took him to Animal Services. We were both amazed and overjoyed to receive Mr. Mayor back in our home. 🥰 —————————————————- At about this same time, we had adopted two more cats and I built a cat run attached to our house complete with cat walks & perching platforms. I also fondly remember Arnie at this time, a beautiful rescue Golden Retriever. I used to love taking him for walks in the neighborhood. —————————————————— More recently, I pet sat for a couple, Katrina & Alexander, in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle. I cared for their 2 bunnies, Indie and Misty; their tropical fish and their many house plants while they were visiting Belgium. The bunnies were quite frisky! ☺️ ——————————————————- In 2023 I also cared & walked Watson, a gorgeous Rhodesian Ridgeback, while visiting some friends in Savannah, Georgia. Walking Watson was a joy & a great way to get to know Savannah some and develop a new friendship. ——————————————————- On two occasions I cared for Thaddeus, a very good plushy brown Labrador mix. I walked him, fed him and provided him with his medication. Sometimes we would enjoy extended walking adventures together. Wow, he gets so excited about going for walks and his meal times especially when he was on his “Farmer Dog” dog food! He would prance so high & around for this delicious gravy. (I was a “repeat pet parent” here.) 🐕 —————————————————— Another Recomendation: * Bob stayed with us for a few days in 2023 and graciously walked our dog, Watson, while we were at work. The two of them really hit it off. Watson is quite affectionate. We highly recommend Bob to you as a pet sitter and know you will be pleased how he will care for not only your pet but for your home as well. Matt & Danielle Savannah, Georgia —————————————————— * References upon request —————————————————— Robert, Professional Pet/ House Sitter SoCal —————————————————— Disclosure: No one will be assisting me, neither in my care for your pet(s) nor your home. I am retired so I have plenty of time to walk and care for your pet(s) although I am currently preparing to purchase a boat then sail around the world. Until I own the boat and can move on to her, I’d like to pet & house sit. It is my top priority to keep both your pet(s) and home safe and conduct my pet sitting/ house sitting business in a professional, ethical and caring manner with integrity and reliability. It is my intention to keep your house clean, organized and in better shape when you return than when you left it. It is my aim to keep your pets’ routines as close to what they are accustomed to while you are with them.
“Highly Recommend Allison! Allison took care of three dogs for us during a recent trip, including my sister's senior dog, who has significant separation anxiety and requires daily medication. From start to finish, she was attentive, communicative, and completely trustworthy. On the first day of our trip, one of the dogs (Dexter) got sick and had multiple accidents in the house. Allison handled it calmly and responsibly, managing his care and medication needs without ever making us feel like we needed to cut our trip short. She sent us daily updates with photos, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. When we got home, the house was spotless and all three dogs were happy, healthy, and clearly well cared for. It takes real skill and experience to juggle multiple dogs, including one with anxiety, medication needs, and an unexpected illness, and Allison managed it all with patience and professionalism. We fully trust Allison with our dogs and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, experienced, and caring pet sitter. She was a true life saver for me.”


“Sarah is a truly great sitter! She’s reliable. D always shows up on time and checks in at multiple points throughout the stay. She sends great photos and she’s very thoughtful and respectful of my space. Often leaving it cleaner than when she arrived. I will absolutely use her again!”

“We are so lucky to have met Shyy! We went out of town for the first time without our dog and were pretty nervous with how he would do, but he immediately loved her and was comfortable! Our dog is a rescue and learning how to be chill with other dogs around on walks and she knew exactly how to handle him. Upon coming back home I can see his confidence has continued to grow which makes me so happy :). Shyy is very qualified, kind, communicative, and just in general a lovely person. 10/10.”

“Brendan was wonderful. Our dogs fell in love with him right away and it was clear they had a great time. Brendan was communicative and gave us great photos. Thanks again!”

About: My approach to pet sitting is based upon knowledge, compassion, communication and trust. This sets a peaceful tone for both the pet and their owner. I'm a member of PSI (Pet Sitters International) and have taken many courses including dog body language, pet sitting essentials and pet first aid. I have a Pet CPR Certificate from the American Red Cross as well. I enjoy pet sitting in the clients home where I can create a customized approach to caring for the needs of their pet and their owner. I also excel at dog walking. When walking your dog, I pay close attention to how they're interacting with the environment and always keep their health and safety as a priority. I look forward to working with you and your beloved pet! I am available 7 days a week 7am-8pm with over-nights being an option as well. I'm happy to work with you on finding the right schedule for the both of us. When caring for a pet in the client's home, I first learn the habits of the pet from the owner. This includes: their feeding schedule, medications needed, hiding places, their behavior toward people and other animals, potty habits etc. From there I create an environment of comfort for the pet making sure they are played with, fed, walked and rested. During this time, I stay in contact with the owner and update them with notes and photos of their pet.
“Crystal was great! She took the time to make sure Tyson was comfortable with her and spent quality time with him. She left the house as she found it. We will book her again in the future. Thank you!”


About: Located in Sherman Heights near East Village and Golden Hill, perfect for long walks and fresh air. I recently lost my 8-year-old lab/pitty mix and am hoping to continue engaging with dogs while dealing with the loss. I have also fostered rescue dogs, am experienced with highly energetic dogs, and injured or disabled dogs. I've always loved animals and thought this would be a fantastic way to earn additional money and do something I love. Eager to provide a place of love and attention for dogs temporarily separated from their owners. It's stressful enough to be away from your pet without worrying if a kennel will provide them enough attention and engagement. I can't wait to meet you and your pet! I work from home full time so can give your dog all the love and attention they need. My schedule is pretty flexible and I enjoy spending as much time outdoors as possible. I prefer to take dogs out at least twice daily for walks, including one longer scent walk where we let their nose lead the way. I live close to downtown San Diego and can easily walk to East Village or Gaslamp which is are extremely dog friendly areas. I have a small fenced-in yard and can easily crate your dog if necessary. I have experience administering oral medications if necessary and always keep a well stocked pet first aid kit in my home and car. If caring for your pet in your home, I can adapt easily to their routine and will meet your pet at their comfort level.

“Dogs were very calm when I got home and could tell they were well taken care of! House was in the condition I left it,which I always appreciate! 10/10 would recommend and would book Sydney again!”
“Evelyn was so amazing and did such a great job watching our girl Ryan! She sent so many photos and updates - I never had to worry and knew she was getting well taken care of. It made us enjoy our trip that much more! Thank you again Evelyn!”

About: I love animals so much, but I'm not quite in a place to have a dog of my own just yet. So, I want to shower your pup with all the love and affection I'd give my own if I had one! I have so much love to give, and I might just spoil your dog a little too much. Remember when your grandparents would pick you up for the day and take you to do all your favorite things? That’s exactly the kind of energy I want to bring when caring for your fur baby! I currently work from home, so my schedule is super flexible! I’m available any day of the week and have plenty of time to give your fur baby lots of love and attention throughout the day. Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I’ll follow your instructions carefully, maintain your pet’s usual routine, and make sure they always have access to fresh water and a comfortable environment.

“Valeria was absolutely wonderful! My pup settled in quickly and looked completely at home in her care and she kept me updated with photos and messages throughout his stay. She was also incredibly accommodating as plans changed and went above and beyond to help make sure Beau was safe, comfortable, and well cared for.”
“Rory was a great sitter!! Communicated extremely well before, during and after the night. He arrived on time, and enthusiastic. Then kept me updated while I was gone. Nala is a big cane corso and he was great with her! Even had insurance so we were both rest assured! He was the best 10/10 will definitely be booking again.”


“Literally one of the best rovers I’ve ever had. He sent numerous pictures throughout the day, sent multiple updates, took care of the house and made sure to help my old pup be as comfortable as possible while I was gone. I will 100% be booking him again and as soon as I know I have plans. Thank you so much!”
“Wendy was great - lots of photos and updates for us and our dog clearly had a great weekend with her. Would absolutely recommend Wendy and will book her again!”

About: I have taken care of dogs and cats since I was young. I enjoy giving your pet the same attention and comfort they’d get at home. I also take the time to understand each pet’s unique needs. I also love to bond with them and make sure they feel safe, loved and happy while you’re away. I mostly work on my computer so I have all the time I need to be around your pet. They will have me around to play, exercise, company and go on long walks. I have a huge patio that feels like a yard and your dog will be able to sunbath and relax out here under my watch. I can sleep with your pet if that is what they’re used to or they can be crated if you’d prefer that. Am flexible:)
The median cost per night for house sitting in Core is $63
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Core
Val was fabulous! Our dog has some health issues / special care needs and Val was great with them. We received many photos & appreciated that Val would reach out if any questions arose. Our house was left near and tidy and we will absolutely be using Val again in the future!

Aidni was so amazing with my girl, London! It was my first time working with a sitter I dont know and she made it such a breeze. From the first meeting all the way throughout my trip, she had solid communication and was always available when I tried to reach out. She sent photos and daily updates and it gave me huge peace of mind while being out of state. Will definitely book with her again!
10/10. We were a bit nervous leaving our two dogs together for the first time. Stephanie did such a good job communicating across the 5 days, sending plenty of photo updates, and left our home super clean. She patiently worked w our large puppy boy who had more anxiety than we could’ve anticipated and gave both our babes plenty of cuddles along the way. We’ll definitely book Stephanie again in the future!

Izayah did a great job taking care of Max last week! He was reliable, and I appreciated his help. I was originally looking for someone to house sit, but unfortunately, he only offers drop-in visits. Overall, a good experience, and I would recommend him for anyone needing drop-in pet care!

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