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“Brianna did a wonderful job caring for our golden retriever and elderly cat. Her communication was excellent, and she sent pictures & videos of her time with them. I could tell she & our pets were thoroughly enjoying each other😁. We would definitely have her come again!”
“Elizabeth was a fantastic sitter for my two dogs. She was available upon short notice, friendly, and communicative. I look forward to booking with her again!”
“Claudia was AMAZING with our two large dogs! She sent photos frequently, was in touch enough regularly, and we came home to calm, relaxed dogs and a spotless house. She also went the extra mile and filled our bird feeders. We would have her back any time!”
“We are incredibly grateful we found Erica to watch our dog while we were on vacation. She was responsive, accommodating, and very sweet! We had only adopted our dog two months prior and were anxious to leave him, but her caring nature made us feel at ease and we knew he would be in excellent hands. She was flexible with staying at our home and sent us daily photos so we felt included in his day. She even brought her dog over to play, which our dog loved, and we loved watching the videos of them playing! She left our home exactly how we left it and was very tidy. We will absolutely be using Erica again for our pet sitting needs, she was wonderful!”
“Anastasia did a great job of watching my dog Butters. He has Cushing’s disease and requires a little extra care. She did a great job of making sure he had his medication when he was supposed to, which I totally appreciate. She was very communicative and sent me pictures a few times a day so I could see that he was happy and doing well with her. I will absolutely book her again when I need a sitter for my dog.”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely five stars! Jessica did an incredible job caring for our miniature schnauzer, Peppa. She followed every instruction perfectly, sent daily photo updates, and it was obvious Peppa was happy, comfortable, and very loved. Jessica also took excellent care of our home, which we truly appreciated. Having such reliable, thoughtful care—especially during the holidays—gave us complete peace of mind. We would book with her again in a heartbeat and highly recommend her to anyone looking for an outstanding pet sitter!”
“Beth did a great job house sitting and caring for our pets (golden retriever and 19 yr old cat) while we were out of town. She updated me with pictures and comments which I really appreciated. She also took Shelby for walks and tossed the frisbee to her. Beth left our house tidy, our mail on the island, and our pets very happy! Thank you, Beth, for your responsible and caring service!😊”
“Rachel did a great job watching roux! She was great with communication, gave good updates, & we really appreciated her. Would definitely recommend her if you’re looking for a solid person to watch your pup.”
“Julia did an amazing job pet sitting the weekend of our wedding! She gave us updates on how our dogs were doing and left our house very clean when she left. She’s responsible and very kind. We would definitely use her again!”
About: I have experience cat, dog and rabbit sitting for over 15 years. Couldnt choose between the three love them all!! Experienced with walking small and medium size dogs. I work during the week but have tons of space in my home. We are usually chilling at home on weekends. For walking or drop ins I am available before 8am or after 5pm. I love to get my 10,000 steps in! I have a large fenced in backyard and a small non fenced in front yard. Crate trained dogs are preferred. Dogs will be kept separate from our dog when we go out or at work in a separate room.
“Cris helped us again, twice over the course of three weeks, in June 2024. He’s our go-to sitter and we’ve been so happy that Cris has been available. Charlie is excited and comfortable when Cris stays and we have peace of mind when Cris houses sits. We always enjoy the photo updates. We are so grateful to have found Cris”
“Colleen is a wonderful, caring, and attentive sitter for our fur babies. We are grateful to have found her in the community. Our babies look forward to seeing her again this Summer!”
About: Ithaca-area house sitting and drop-in visits. I’ve cared for my own dog since he was a puppy, and being a dog dad to a 110-lb giant has taught me a lot. He unfortunately has a range of medical issues, from dysplasia to environmental allergies, so I’m attentive and sensitive to each pet’s individual needs and concerns. I’ll care for your pet with the same attention I give my own I work a 9–5 during the week but have some flexibility to work from home. I’m happy to stop by during the day if your pet needs a midday potty break or a little company. I’m currently only offering house-sitting services. I’ll carefully follow your instructions to make sure your pet is well cared for, whether that includes dietary restrictions, mobility needs, or neighborhood dogs to watch out for, etc.
About: My name is Kevin Wall and I am Nurse Practitioner, Health education teacher and business owner for about 17 years. I've taken care of many pets for family and friends throughout my life including: Dogs, cats, pigs, reptiles (chameleons, snakes, lizards, turtles)spiders, birds (African grays, macaws, etc.), fish, horses, cows, ducks, chinchillas etc. My experience includes: senior pet care, medication administration (oral and injection), bathing pets, dog behavior and more. I am always learning new ways to improve the lives of the pets and all the animals I take care of while providing a safe, healthy and fun environment for them. I work mainly from home and I'm available to board or house sit, drop in, and provide dog walks. While in your home I provide mental and physical stimulation for your animals along with attentive care. I own my own home in the country where your pets will be taken care of. There is a lot of land for long dog walks in nature and for play. No other pets, traffic, people or circumstances will bother yours at my house. :)
“Patricia house-sat for 10 days with our dog, Charlie. Charlie was as happy as can be when we returned. Patricia kept in touch, sent updates and photos and knows a lot about dog care and educated us. We really appreciate Patricia’s kindness and loving care of Charlie and will definitely ask Patricia to help us again in the future”
“Chantal did a wonderful job watching Luna while I was away! She was very responsive, provided me plenty of updates, and left my apartment in great condition. I would definitely recommend her!!”
About: Hi! I have been dog/cat sitting for friends and family members for about 5 years now, so I do have a lot of experience taking care of dogs and cats! I am a full-time teacher in Cincinnatus and I work at a bar in Cortland 1-2 days a week. I am a full time teacher in the Cincinnatus area. I work at a college bar 1-2 days a week, either open (3:30-9) or close (9-2) Anything that is a normal “day in the life” for your dog can definitely be done! If you have a fenced in yard you want me to let them out in or a walk around the neighborhood is great for me too!
About: Animal lover of all sorts. A family isn’t complete with a furry little or big four legged best friend. I have grown up all my life around animals dogs especially, now with children of my own I love to share that experience with them. Your dog or cat will be loved and care for just like you would take care of them. My goal is to ease their worry while you are working knowing they are having a great day themselves. Available and flexible times if needed . We run, we play and meet friends (if like to play with others dogs) long walks in the leaves or snow we come over in all weather. Pick me and your dog will sure have a day to remember
Over 118 pet parents in Cortland have booked house sitting
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Amazing! She was very communicative and sent super cute pictures while I was away. She stayed in touch and I can't say enough how much I appreciated having her here. It's clear she gave my big dog and sweet kitty lots of love and attention. I will definitely have her back again to pet sit again in the future!
We are incredibly grateful we found Erica to watch our dog while we were on vacation. She was responsive, accommodating, and very sweet! We had only adopted our dog two months prior and were anxious to leave him, but her caring nature made us feel at ease and we knew he would be in excellent hands. She was flexible with staying at our home and sent us daily photos so we felt included in his day. She even brought her dog over to play, which our dog loved, and we loved watching the videos of them playing! She left our home exactly how we left it and was very tidy. We will absolutely be using Erica again for our pet sitting needs, she was wonderful!
Jessica is truly amazing! Leaving your pet and home in someone else’s care can be stressful, but with Jessica, we feel completely at ease. We know Peppa is not only well cared for, but genuinely loved — and our home is treated with the same respect and attention. Her communication is outstanding. She sends thoughtful daily updates and photos, which gives us so much peace of mind while we’re away. When we return home, Peppa is happy and relaxed, and our house looks even better than when we left it. Jessica is reliable, attentive, and incredibly trustworthy. We couldn’t recommend her more highly! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Tesse stayed with my three dogs while I was away for 4 days. After the original meet and greet I felt quite comfortable with how the kids interacted with her. It was subzero weather conditions a few days so walks were impossible, but she had the convenience of quick potty breaks out in the yard where I had made some trails. She sent amazing photos throughout her stay and communicated as needed. I would rebook Tesse in a heartbeat should the need arise again.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Cortland is $55
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Sitters in Cortland average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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 Cortland on Rover as of Apr 2026 was about $55 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 Apr 2026, there are 183 house sitters in Cortland. 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, 98% of Cortland house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Cortland 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 Cortland.
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. Cortland 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.
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