House Sitting Dana Point
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Over 181 pet parents in Dana Point have booked house sitting
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Andrea went above and beyond to take care of our leash reactive pup and in our home. We’re grateful to have her experience and communication after losing our long-term sitter. Will absolutely book her again.”
About: I have been taking care of every kind of dog for about a year now! I would love to get to know every dogs quirks, habits and what makes them happy! I’m currently working a part time job as a teachers assistant for preschool! I get off work at 12:30PM start at 9:30 I do not have any dogs myself, but i do have a guinea pig named Clover. I have friends who have dogs and love them!
“Janet is the absolute best. She always takes great care of our pups & home, and when we had a horrible 8 hour flight delay on our way home she was able to stay longer so we didn't have to worry”
“I had a family emergency that required me to head back home to New York very suddenly. My usual caretaker was not available on such short notice so I gave Rover a try for the first time ever and got so lucky! Patrice was super quick to reply and such a pleasure to communicate with. She came by for a meet n' greet right away and was here to tend to my sweet old girl Penny that weekend. Lots of video's and pics were sent throughout her stay. Always reassuring! I came home to find my apartment just as I had left it. I highly recommend Patrice to anyone seeking amazing, attentive, thoughtful care for their pup. I will absolutely be booking Patrice again in the near future! :)”
“Bree was absolutely amazing with my girl Reina. Reina can be a little anxious in new situations, and Breeana handled that perfectly. She was patient, attentive, and really made sure Reina was comfortable and cared for while I was out of town for a few days. Bree was also extremely communicative the whole time, sending updates and checking in, which gave me a ton of peace of mind while I was away. Reina seemed happy and relaxed when I got back, and Breeana even left my place clean and taken care of. I’m really grateful I found Bree and will 100% be booking with her again.”
About: I have taken care of dogs, horses, cows and I would go out with my greatgrand-grandmother on her bull farm with many of our dogs. It was an amazing experience and taught me how to train and work with dogs on the farm. I am currently working for myself and make my own schedule. I have many available times to work around your schedule. I feel the best way to represent clients is by working around their needs. I am comfortable in almost any situation. I am able to walk your pups at any time and able to play with them during their care. I am able to extend my hours to work with your schedule if your are running late, and occasionally spending the night if needed.
About: I enjoy all pets, great energy, love to see everyone happy and responsible. Let’s have a great day. Welcome to everyone and any pet needs I’m currently available 24 hours a day. Responsible and open to any situation. Feel free to contact me.anytime. I can do holidays as well Iam located on sea terrace park and salt creek area. All kinds of dog parks and grass, sand. Lots of space inside and out. Beautiful area
About: Ever since I can remember I’ve always had at least one furry friend in my house (dogs and cats). I’ve also dog sat for friends and family over the course of my life. This includes senior dogs and cats that need a little bit of extra supervision (including administering medication) and care. I am currently working part-time 25hrs per week 5-hour shifts and am typically off at around 10pm. Therefore, I have plenty of time to spend with your furry friends before and after when I do work. More than happy to spend the night taking care of your pet(s) as well. Message me for more accurate details pertaining to my schedule as it can vary from week to week. I have a fenced yard, and can crate your dog(s) if needed. I would provide your pets with all the love they can ask for as well as physical stimulation through walks and playtime with pet toys. If applicable, I am also happy to take your pet to a dog friendly park or beach if that is something that would interest you (and your furry friend[s].)
“Debi was absolutely wonderful! She was extremely professional, trustworthy, and went above and beyond. Chloe absolutely adored her, and even our neighbors had nothing but wonderful things to say about her! We felt completely comfortable knowing Chloe and our home were in such great hands. We would absolutely recommend Debi and would love to have her sit for us again!”
About: THE ANIMAL WHISPERER I am called the animal whisperer because I have a great connection with animals. Since I was a child, I have loved animals and being an educator. I watch all of my family and friends pets when they are away. Dogs and cats truly bring out so much joy and love. Note- 1. I only accept small dogs that are under 25 pounds. 2. I only take dogs over the age of 2 as they still have puppy behavior under the age of 2. 3. DOGS must be on anti-flea medication. 5. Dogs must be potty trained 6. Dogs must have a harness if you would like them to be walk 7. THE AMOUNT YOU SEE ON MY PROFILE DOE NOT REFLECT MY EARNINGS. Rover has included their 11% booking fee and 25% service fee. Into the total on my profile. I work part time as an educator so caring for pets in the early morning hours, afternoon and evening work well for my schedule. I have weekends open too I have a crate and a fenced in area when animals stay in my home. Pets can sleep on doggy beds too. If I am staying in pet owners house, I can accommodate the clients needs.
“Alexis was great with our dog. Brie was extremely excited to see her again! She took excellent care of Brie and understood her needs for walking and car rides! Our house was clean upon our arrival home, too. Highly recommend Alexis!”
About: Looking to love on some adorable pets who may need a walk or some extra love. This is the first time in 25 years I have not had a pet in my home. It is sad, but also giving me the opportunity to care for your pets:) I have cared for dogs, cats, horses, frogs, lizards, rabbits, goats, etc:) I am active and enthusiastic so able to provide them with love and care. *free pick up and drop off from the Dana point ritz Carlton and Waldorf Astoria! I work from home, so I am flexible to work around your pet's routine. I can adjust my schedule to fit Their walk and eating schedule I enjoy having pets around as I work from home during the day. I prefer they are with me and feel safe and secure:) I have a one-level open home, so I am always near by. Bedroom doors are closed during the day. I may have errands that take me out of the house during the day for 1-3 hours. But this is not everyday.
“Marketta did an amazing job taking care of our 2 dogs while we were away. She is very trustworthy, responsive and caring. It’s nice to know our dogs were in great hands! We highly recommend her and can’t wait to have her watch our pups again!”
“Lisa did an excellent job dogsitting for me! I contacted her a week in advance to dogsit over the weekend and she was extremely accommodating. Even though it was somewhat short notice, she met with us for a meet 'n greet within just a couple days. My pup takes a while to warm up to new people and she was very patient to gain her trust, taking the time for my dog to get used to her and even start playing. She was flexible around start and end times, trying to make sure my dog was fully taken care of. When I returned, my dog was healthy and my place was just as I left it. Highly recommend!”
“Angey was amazing! She was prompt, friendly, knowledgable, and professional. Aside from all that, she loved on our 2 dogs, and we could tell they loved her too. The house was kept immaculate, and we'll definitely work with her again in the future. Spectacular experience.”
“Juliette was absolutely amazing! She's so kind and considerate of my animals! My dog has really bad separation anxiety and she really helped him through me leaving for the work day! She loved on my cats as well and treated them as her own! She was so good about potty breaks, feeding time, taking pictures, keeping me updated and just overall very responsive and just so kind! I definitely recommend her to anyone who needs their fur babies watched or checked in on! Absolutely loved having her stay with my babies and plan to utilize her services in the future!”
“Kyle was wonderful! We asked Kyle to watch our two pups ahead of a longer trip we have coming up so everyone could get to know each other. Kyle was great at sending photo updates and letting us know how things were going throughout the day. He took them on plenty of walks; the pups seemed happy and tuckered out. Kyle was very communicative and very respectful of our home. We look forward to having Kyle watch our pups in the future. It’s such a relief to know they are in good hands while we are away.”
“We couldn’t be happier to work with Anna. She was very prompt and friendly with her responses from beginning to end. Our pup enjoyed the walks and felt comfortable with her. Thank you!”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Dana Point is $63
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Dana Point
We couldn’t have asked for a better dog sitter! Hannah took amazing care of our senior pup, kept us updated with great communication, and sent the sweetest pictures of them cuddling. Clearly, Boss was living his best life! 🐶❤️ When a wildfire broke out near our home, Hannah went above and beyond by keeping us informed and thoughtfully asking what important items we’d want her to grab if an evacuation became necessary. Thankfully, it never came to that, but her care for both our dog and our home meant the world to us. Hannah a five-star sitter with a heart of gold (and apparently excellent emergency preparedness skills)! We’re so grateful for her and would recommend her without hesitation! ⭐️
Bree was absolutely amazing with my girl Reina. Reina can be a little anxious in new situations, and Breeana handled that perfectly. She was patient, attentive, and really made sure Reina was comfortable and cared for while I was out of town for a few days. Bree was also extremely communicative the whole time, sending updates and checking in, which gave me a ton of peace of mind while I was away. Reina seemed happy and relaxed when I got back, and Breeana even left my place clean and taken care of. I’m really grateful I found Bree and will 100% be booking with her again.
Debi was absolutely wonderful! She was extremely professional, trustworthy, and went above and beyond. Chloe absolutely adored her, and even our neighbors had nothing but wonderful things to say about her! We felt completely comfortable knowing Chloe and our home were in such great hands. We would absolutely recommend Debi and would love to have her sit for us again!
We can’t say enough wonderful things about Isabelle! She stayed overnight in our home and cared for our three dogs for nearly two weeks, and from the very beginning, we felt completely comfortable leaving them in her care. Isabelle was incredibly responsive and kept us updated throughout our trip, regularly sending photos and letting us know how the dogs were doing. Our dogs also require medications, and she had absolutely no problem administering everything as needed. At one point, one of our dogs had an unexpected emergency, and Isabelle handled the situation like a total professional. She was responsible, caring, attentive, and genuinely wonderful with our dogs. It’s clear that she truly loves animals and treats them as if they were her own. We are so thankful to Isabelle for taking such great care of our dogs. Highly recommend her!
We are so grateful to have found Cheryl. She took wonderful care of our pet family, and was communicative and attentive while we were away. She took the time to understand the “ecosystem” of our home, and each animal within it. We look forward to working with Cheryl again soon!
Summer was absolutely fantastic! I was apprehensive about finding a new dog sitter, but she made those concerns melt away almost immediately. She was warm, attentive, dependable, and clearly cared about making sure my dogs felt comfortable and well taken care of. Her communication was excellent throughout the entire stay, and she provided updates and photos that gave me complete peace of mind. It was obvious that my dogs were happy, relaxed, and in great hands. I would highly recommend Summer to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring sitter. I will absolutely be booking with her again!
Lillian was an excellent sitter for our dog, and an excellent guest in our house while we were gone. Our pup was obviously very comfortable with her, as shown by the photos she sent while we were away and by how he continued to show her attention even when we arrived after being gone for over a week. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to our friends (although we realize that means she may not be available the next time we need her to dogsit for us!) 100% happy with her stay in our home with our dog!
🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 We had an amazing experience with Kyra watching our dog, Cozzie. She went above and beyond throughout the entire stay and gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. Kyra spent a ton of quality time with Cozzie, giving her lots of love, attention, pets, and care, and it was clear from all the updates and photos that Cozzie was genuinely happy and comfortable with her. We especially appreciated how communicative she was — she sent frequent updates, thoughtful messages, and so many great photos that made us feel connected the whole time. She also took excellent care of our home and left everything clean and well cared for. It’s obvious Kyra truly cares about the animals she watches and treats them like her own. We would absolutely trust her with Cozzie again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, attentive, and genuinely caring sitter!!
Brooke was absolutely amazing! We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter for our pup. From the moment we left, we felt completely at ease knowing our dog was in such caring, attentive hands. Brook went above and beyond, not only taking wonderful care of our furry family member but also looking after our home while we were away. We’ll definitely be booking with Brook again soon!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of House Sitting in Dana Point is $72 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $37 and $134 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of November 2026, there are 4,358 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Dana Point. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Dana Point walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Dana Point maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Dana Point choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Dana Point. On Rover:
- 89% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 96% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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