House Sitting in Distant
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About: I've dog sat for neighbors and family friends for several years, recently adding more to my client list. I always enjoy being with dogs while their owners are away and giving the owners peace of mind knowing I am there! I'm currently a senior in college, so I will have time to stop in and let your dogs out/play with them throughout the day, especially in the afternoon. I am also available to stay with them on the weekends. I always follow the owner's preference, but I am happy to drop in every few hours then crate them, or stay for a period of time!
“Plachette did a wonderful job caring for our dogs! She provided regular updates, sweet pictures and videos, was reliable and made me feel very comfortable that our pups were getting good care while we were away. I would recommend her to any dog owner!”
“There would need to be 10 stars to rate Melli high enough for what she provides! We had a unique situation, and she helped us with groceries, errands, and caring for our sweet girl. She was an extension of our family!”
“Leandra dog sat our two large dogs in our home for two weeks. She was the best dog sitter we’ve ever had. She was super easy to communicate with, she sent constant pictures and videos, and she took extraordinary care of our pups. It’s obvious she absolutely loves dogs and I would recommend her without reservations! Thank you, Leandra!”
About: I'm home most of the time, ❤️ . I love dogs with a passion. Every dog that comes into my house are extended family 🐾 I currently am a business owner that runs Itself. I can be available most of the the time. The only time I am not is early mornings until 2pm. Then home most of the days. Walking I can do Monday, Tuesday , Wednesday , Saturday and Sunday. Dogs must be equipped to be okay with strollers. In home they will be in our garage that is heated and air conditioned it's attached to our home and our entry way. It is a second living space. Dogs must be potty trained or/and create trained. Any specific dog schedule for walking and play time please let me know. I know that some dogs like specific times of walk and play. We live on 2 acres that hoping to get fenced in the next year. We like hiking so your dogs into that please have all flea and tick things they require. All dogs must be vaccinated and up to date on shots as we have 2 dogs. All dogs must be good with small children. Home sitting /walking in mostly available afternoon night time. Dogs during these 2 services do not need to be good with small children as my child will not be with me. Any questions on the space they will be at you can come and take a tour or I can send you pictures. ❤️🐾
About: I spent 12 years with my Airedale Terrier and took care of him daily—walks, feeding, and just being there for him. After he passed, I helped raise our Golden Retriever puppy from the start, potty trained him, and taught him basic commands. I’ve handled both senior dogs and puppies, and I’m reliable, patient, and always make sure dogs feel safe and cared for. Pet care is part of my daily routin I take my puppy for a walk in the morning and at night, and make sure he’s fed once in the morning and again before dinner. In my home I throw the ball around for my dog, sometimes play tug of war, anything to help tire him out. I will try to teach my dog new commands using a treat.
“George did a fantastic job staying with all our furkids! He sent daily updates/pictures and worked hard to make sure they all had stellar care! We had zero worries while on our trip!”
About: I have 30 years of experience with boarding, pet sitting, dog walking working for vets and shelters. I've worked at Salons, Pet Stores, even a Pet Cemetery. I'm Currently working as a dog bather learning to become a dog groomer. I love animals and I adore working with dogs. I have 2 dogs and 4 rabbits I've lived in the Pittsburgh area my entire life. I have 30 years experience in pet care and my husband's family owns the only pet Cemetery in Westmoreland County. It's been in business for over 50 years. Im currently looking to take on a few clients (multiple pet families & senior/special needs pets/exotic pets) that require more of my time, training and attention. Some are just puppies lol Unfortunately, this app does not provide a description of your pet or what exactly you are looking for . If you think we would be a good match we can have a screening interview over the phone. And then I'd follow up with a meet and greet to do a hands-on assessment on your pet. And we could review the pet care needs and routine. My specialty is dogs with PTSD/behavior issues. I'm not afraid of aggressive or high maintenance dogs. Working with animals is my greatest passion. Currently available Tuesday-Saturday days, evenings and weekends. Works part time as a dog bather, working to become a dog groomer. Love spending my time w pets. Home/family setting doggie daycare/boarding & pet sitting centered around your pets specific needs. I have extensive experience in dog handling, belly rubs. Stocked up on treats, poop bags & puzzles for dogs & cats, I have a big comfy couch, 3 comfy chairs, a big picture window (nose prints encouraged) & fenced yard with a rabbit run.
“My family typically watches my dog, Stella, when I go out of town; however, this time we were all going on vacation together and I needed someone I could trust to take care of her. A friend recommended Rover and I gave it a shot. As soon as I read Joe's profile I knew he'd be a great match. Stella is a 4 year old pitbull so I wanted to make sure whoever I chose was comfortable handling a larger dog. Joe came over for a meet and greet and Stella loved him! Since this was the first time I left her in someone else's care I thought it'd be best for Stella to stay in her own home and have Joe come and visit. He visited multiple times a day for 5 days. Joe was absolutely great, he sent me daily updates with pictures and eased my mind so I could enjoy vacation. I will definitely use Joe in the future and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a responsible, attentive and passionate dogwalker. Thanks, Joe! -Ali ”
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Vance S.
“Vance was great! He kept in touch, sent pictures, and made sure our cats didn’t feel like the dog was getting all the attention. Recommended!!”
Emily J.
“Emily is what dog owners dream of in a pet sitter! I have three large breed dogs and she was amazing with all three of them. One of my dogs is a rescue and has some issues with new people, and she paired with her great from the start. Emily is also very reliable and trustworthy. Emily was always on-time and willing to stay for however long I needed. As someone who is very hesitant about letting a stranger in their home, you have nothing to worry about with Emily. Emily follows all dog sitting instructions to a T and the dogs just LOVE her! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter!!!”
Plachette C.Star Sitter
“Plachette did a wonderful job caring for our dogs! She provided regular updates, sweet pictures and videos, was reliable and made me feel very comfortable that our pups were getting good care while we were away. I would recommend her to any dog owner!”
Melli P.
“There would need to be 10 stars to rate Melli high enough for what she provides! We had a unique situation, and she helped us with groceries, errands, and caring for our sweet girl. She was an extension of our family!”
Rebecca S.
“Rebecca took wonderful care of our dogs, even when they gave her some trouble with running off and getting in a paint mess! Would absolutely recommend her to care for your pets!”
Leandra S.
“Leandra dog sat our two large dogs in our home for two weeks. She was the best dog sitter we’ve ever had. She was super easy to communicate with, she sent constant pictures and videos, and she took extraordinary care of our pups. It’s obvious she absolutely loves dogs and I would recommend her without reservations! Thank you, Leandra!”
Kayla Y.
About: I'm home most of the time, ❤️ . I love dogs with a passion. Every dog that comes into my house are extended family 🐾 I currently am a business owner that runs Itself. I can be available most of the the time. The only time I am not is early mornings until 2pm. Then home most of the days. Walking I can do Monday, Tuesday , Wednesday , Saturday and Sunday. Dogs must be equipped to be okay with strollers. In home they will be in our garage that is heated and air conditioned it's attached to our home and our entry way. It is a second living space. Dogs must be potty trained or/and create trained. Any specific dog schedule for walking and play time please let me know. I know that some dogs like specific times of walk and play. We live on 2 acres that hoping to get fenced in the next year. We like hiking so your dogs into that please have all flea and tick things they require. All dogs must be vaccinated and up to date on shots as we have 2 dogs. All dogs must be good with small children. Home sitting /walking in mostly available afternoon night time. Dogs during these 2 services do not need to be good with small children as my child will not be with me. Any questions on the space they will be at you can come and take a tour or I can send you pictures. ❤️🐾
Aidan M.
About: I spent 12 years with my Airedale Terrier and took care of him daily—walks, feeding, and just being there for him. After he passed, I helped raise our Golden Retriever puppy from the start, potty trained him, and taught him basic commands. I’ve handled both senior dogs and puppies, and I’m reliable, patient, and always make sure dogs feel safe and cared for. Pet care is part of my daily routin I take my puppy for a walk in the morning and at night, and make sure he’s fed once in the morning and again before dinner. In my home I throw the ball around for my dog, sometimes play tug of war, anything to help tire him out. I will try to teach my dog new commands using a treat.
George M.
“George did a fantastic job staying with all our furkids! He sent daily updates/pictures and worked hard to make sure they all had stellar care! We had zero worries while on our trip!”
Jenny S.
“I've known Jenny for over 5 years, she watched my beloved companion while I was moving. She has a heart and a passion for working with animals. I highly recommend her as a dog bather, pet sitter or dog walker. I've been in the pet care business myself for over 50 years and Jenny is excellent in pet care. Joseph Valerio”
Joe V.Star Sitter
“My family typically watches my dog, Stella, when I go out of town; however, this time we were all going on vacation together and I needed someone I could trust to take care of her. A friend recommended Rover and I gave it a shot. As soon as I read Joe's profile I knew he'd be a great match. Stella is a 4 year old pitbull so I wanted to make sure whoever I chose was comfortable handling a larger dog. Joe came over for a meet and greet and Stella loved him! Since this was the first time I left her in someone else's care I thought it'd be best for Stella to stay in her own home and have Joe come and visit. He visited multiple times a day for 5 days. Joe was absolutely great, he sent me daily updates with pictures and eased my mind so I could enjoy vacation. I will definitely use Joe in the future and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a responsible, attentive and passionate dogwalker. Thanks, Joe! -Ali ”
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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 Distant on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $45 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 Aug 2025, there are 34 house sitters in Distant. 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, 100% of Distant house sitters respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Distant.
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. Distant 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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