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1. Melissa E.
“Melissa was great, She kept us updated on our dogs and plenty of pictures. Kept the dogs busy with nice long walks and the house was in perfect order when we got home. Already booked her again. I know our dogs are in good hands when she is with them.”
2. Emily D.
“Emily was excellent, efficient, and punctual! She did a great job taking care of our 3 fur babies and promptly communicated with us the entire time. She made us feel safe that our 3 little kids were going to be well taken care of. We will definitely be rebooking her in the future!”
3. Keira H.
“So happy we found Keira to help with our Mini Australiani Shepard and her separation anxiety she has recently been struggling with.Alice took to Keira right away and definitely enjoyed each other's company .She took Alice on long walks which is her favorite thing to do and lots of belly rubs.Keira also sent so.e pretty nice pictures of Alice on her walks.Thank you Rover for taking Keira on your team.🥰🐕”
4. Charity N.
“Charity was flexible, communicative and so loving to my dog Bev. I had relatively short notice for a work trip and Charity made time to stop by for a meet and greet before a long House Sitting stay. She followed all instructions, took wonderful care of my apartment, and Bev seemed happy and well-exercised when I came home. Will book again!”
5. Kourtli D.
“Kourtli is someone that adores, loves and respect the nature of every animal she’s come across. I can’t think of a more devoted person that will go above & beyond to insure the animal/pet needs are met, and the animal/pet is well taking care of.”
6. Brooke H.
“Thank you!”
7. Andrea L.
“Andrea was wonderful as a sitter for my two pups, Rex and ziti. She sent photos and communicated every day with updates and any questions she had. I will definitely be using her again!”
8. Kierstyn N.
“Kierstyn is such a sweet girl! We had a super last minute trip and she was so flexible when it came to timing. We have two goldens who love walks and attention and Kierstyn gave them all her love to make sure they were comfortable while we were gone. Definitely get her phone number when you do your meet and greet-she sends the best pictures! Definitely booking with her again :) Thanks again Kierstyn”
9. Winter F.
About: I love animals! I will do whatever to make sure your pets are taken care of. They are people too! I will spend lots of time will them and make sure they are having fun and being taken care of. I will take care of any pets you have. I’m the best pet sitter around. Prices are negotiable. I’m willing to tend to any of your preferences. Your dog will have so much fun they will want me to come take care of them more. I can keep you updated too if need be. Keeping your pet in good shape is my number one priority!I can’t wait to meet your pets!! I’m a college student and will be free the entire summer! I do not have a summer job. I am looking to take care of animals! I have grown up around animals and look forward to taking care of your pets. I love spending time around animals and look forward to meeting your pets!
10. Jared J.
About: My life has been surrounded by animals. Rest assured I’ll make sure to attend to your pets needs and provide any special accommodations. I'm great at communicating how your pet is doing during their stay or after my interactions with them. I am a student attending Stockton. I live in Northfield and also spend time in the summer in Wildwood Crest. My family also enjoys opening our home to care for your beloved pets. I have a large fenced in yard in order to allow your pet to exercise and roam freely. I am also available to provide services in your home as well. My home is pet friendly.
11. Katie P.
“Katie was great with our two big dogs! She took great care of them and the dogs were relaxed once we got home which told me they were in great hands. She was on time, took them on walks, and stayed with them until we got home. Katie is a lovely woman and I will trust her with them again in the future!”
12. Cassandra B.
“Cassie was wonderful with our kiddos! She stayed at our house with our 6 dogs, yes 6! and sent us several pictures and updates while we were away. Would ABSOLUTELY recommend her, she was the best!”
13. Kenneth B.
“Ken was on time, actually early, Abby was connected right away with him. He updated us during stay. Was everything we could have asked for A++++”
14. Gina P.
“This young lady is beautiful inside and out. Her love for animals and the care she provides is amazing. ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️ excellent and recommended. She is trustworthy and reliable.”
15. CJ R.
“CJ was punctual, kind, and great with our dog! We have an anxious pup who felt very comfortable with CJ very quickly. CJ was very responsive and sent great pictures throughout the stay. Will definitely book with CJ again!”
16. Cameron F.
“Booked with Cameron for an evening away. He was very good with my three pups. He sent photos and asked questions that evening if he was unsure of something rather than assuming or guessing. I will be booking with Cameron again for longer trips away in the future.”
17. John H.
“Luna had such a good time with John and Melis! They took her to the dog park and kept me updated with messages and photos the whole time. She looked so happy and relaxed. I could tell she was really well cared for. Definitely grateful”
18. Kristin R.
“Kristin stayed at my home to watch my 2 pups while I was out of town. She came over to meet the dogs beforehand and asked all the right questions to make sure she knew what my dogs needed. I didn’t have to worry at all while I was gone. Kristin did a great job taking care of my dogs and my house!”
19. Alexi K.
“Alexi is a very well trained veterinary nurse and specializes in emergency medicine. She has tremendous knowledge, experience, and love and passion for all animals. There is no better person to trust with your fur children than her.”
20. Jada L.
“Jada was wonderful! She sent me pictures during the time she spent with them and updated me as to what was going on. I would definitely recommend Jada!”
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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 Dorchester on Rover as of May 2025 was about $50 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 May 2025, there are 214 house sitters in Dorchester. 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, 87% of Dorchester house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Dorchester 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 Dorchester.
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. Dorchester 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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