House Sitting in Dover
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1. Lillian W.
“Lilly stayed with our 160 lb. pup for 3 nights and did a great job sticking to his routine which includes pills 2x a day, meals, walks, and giving specific treats at specific times. She sent photos of him every day, which helped put me at ease. I was thrilled to find Lilly as she has extensive vet experience, and our pup is prone to seizures. Fortunately, he had no episodes while we were away, so she did a great job keeping his anxiety levels down. I definitely recommend Lilly and will be contacting her again.”
2. Leah C.
“Leah took really good care of my two dogs while I was out celebrating my birthday all day . She made me feel at ease by sending updates as well as pictures. Both of the dogs were both grinning from ear to ear from the pictures she sent us. Thank you!”
3. Rebecca L.
“Rebecca did an awesome job with my dogs. She treated them as if they were her dogs. She messaged me every day and asked me important questions. I would highly recommend Rebecca to take care of your dogs anytime!❤️”
4. Olivia B.
“Olivia was amazing! Gracie is my baby and she was able to provide plenty of snuggles and play time. She was able to come to my place to watch Gracie and took lots of pictures and always sent updates to keep me at ease. This was my first time using rover and it was a great experience. Would definitely recommend!”
5. Taylor D.
“I have had the pleasure of knowing Taylor for over ten years, during which time they demonstrated an exceptional ability to care for my pets. They have an innate understanding of animal behavior and consistently go above and beyond to ensure that every pet in their care is happy, healthy, and well-cared for. Taylor is not only reliable and punctual but also incredibly compassionate and attentive, treating my pets like family. I highly recommend them for any pet care position—your animals will be in the best of hands!”
6. Ora G.
“Super attentive and focused on keeping my chunk o’ pup happy. Very reactive and always sharing pics and videos. Love Ora so much! We’ve already rebooked!”
7. Jeffrey B.
“Jeffrey has been our dog trainer for over a year now. We have put 2 dogs through his classes. His love for dogs is so strong, it’s palpable. He has such a passion for dog training and clearly wants the best for every animal he meets. I’ve seen him take a dog from highly reactive, to being able to walk past another dog without batting an eye. He is very good at what he does and would take fantastic care of your furry pals. :)”
8. Miranda B.
About: Hi! I’m Miranda, a 24 year old living in Columbus who misses her family pups! I‘ve grown up with dogs my whole life and am looking to pup sit/walk in my free time. I am looking to provide pet care after work and on the weekends! I am generally available after 4 on weekdays and happy to accommodate dogs on the weekends as well! I live in an apartment with lots of accessible yards and sidewalks - great for going on walks! There are always dogs around so I would make sure to keep them on a leash.
9. Sydney S.
About: I've had dogs growing up, five of them being German shepherds and the other four being a lab and two mutts and a dachshund. We currently have two German shepherds and I walk them a ton and I spend a lot of time taking care of them, and then we have a dachshund who I just rescued from the place I work at. The place I work does dog boarding/daycare/training. I am a kennel tech so I just take care of all the boarding and daycare doggies. And on the weekends I also take care of all the training dogs when/if the trainers are away. I have worked there for a year and absolutely love it. I have had to deal with so many different dogs and their personalities and I've definitely learned to have a ton of patience with the job. I have been working in general since I was 14. I started at some neighbouring farms, doing farm work so I could ride their horses and earn some money. I then did a couple restaurant jobs and then found the place I currently work at. I have done dog sitting and cat sitting before many times, sometimes for family or friends of family who I don't know but I am happy to help out. The most I have dealt with at one time was seven dogs in total. I have watched people's dogs get trained while at work and I have been trained to use an e-collar and a prong collar so I am able to use those correctly! I really love my job, it means a lot to me I get to be in that environment and I'm depended on to keep them all safe and happy. I am currently on winter break from college so I'm free all of this month and half of next month. I work mostly on weekends. At home I spend time walking the dogs mostly and hanging around the house with them. Every client I feel is different in how things are done at their home, so however you take care of your pets I'll follow
10. Serena L.
About: I have had had almost every type of animals there is from hamsters to horses! I am currently in college to become a vet tech. I have been walking dogs as a side job but I’m working to build a bigger clientele. Currently I am doing classes online so I am available almost anytime. I already walk dogs once a week but I am hoping to get more work as I’m working to make this my main job. I baby my pets a lot they are very spoiled and I will treat yours the same! My dog gets walked twice a day and is very pampered with regular grooming. My cat gets a lot of treats and has at least 2 long play sessions and I go to see my horse who unfortunately doesn’t live in my backyard almost everyday to groom her and ride. All of my animals stay up to date on vet visits and any other needs.
11. Derek D.
“Derek sent me pictures daily of my puppy playing. My dog warmed up to him immediately when arranging the meet and greet. Look forward to using again in the future when needed. Thank you!”
12. Shane S.
“Thank you for caring for our pets again! Shane is the best! We never worry about anything. He gave meds to our one cat twice a day with no issues.”
13. Kelsey S.
“Kelsey has always had a gift with animals. Whether she is training horses or dogs she has always loved and cared for any animals she comes across. Dogs are crazy about her..she would be an excellent Rover ambassador!”
14. Kristina W.
About: I have takin care of dogs since I was 11 have watched neighbors and friends dogs when they have need me for check ins and trips I am currently working part time looking for some extra things to do to stay busy while my kiddos are in school I enjoys animals I can easily crate your dog if needed and have a fenced in back yard as well I don’t have any dogs at this time
15. Mayson M.
About: I’ve taken care of babies and animals since I was a child myself! I have lots of love to give. I know how hard and stressful it can be to find good child care and pet care. I know how hard it is to trust others with your babies. With me, your little loves are safe and taken care of! I want to make this my full time job. So I try to have the most of open availability as I possibly can to take on as much love as I can! I do as directed! I can walk your babies, I can feed them, I can administer medications, even subcutaneously. I can make sure they’re happy and well observed and taken care of!
16. John B.
“John is very reliable and honest. He is a hard worker and is trustworthy. He has experience caring for dogs of all sizes, and will provide loving care for your dog.”
17. chloe w.
About: I’ve been caring for dogs ever since I was a little girl. I’m always the person people go to if they need their pets cared for! I would love to help you out by having fun with your pet. I’m currently working a job part time(1-2 days a week) so i’ll have plenty of time of time to love care for your cat or dog! I provide care exclusively at your home to ensure your pet stays comfortable and stress-free in their own environment. I don’t currently offer in-home services at my residence. Thank you for understanding!
18. Molly G.
“Molly is the perfect dog watcher! She really loves these animals and it is her mission to put a smile on their furry faces. She truly enjoys the presence of furry friends and will certainly take care of yours!”
19. Isabella B.
About: I fell in love with animals at a young age when I bonded tightly with the old family cat at the time and was devastated when she passed. A few years later I got a cat I could call my own, who is a little more aloof but just as lovey when he wants to be. We also have a mini chihuahua who recently has claimed me as his "hooman" and who I love to play and roughhouse with. I have also been gaining a lot of care experience with the TCHS, where I volunteer at most weekends, which has been teaching me a lot about different animal personalities and the best way to care for the animals present there. I am sitting because I truly love animals and prefer earning money for college and drum corps doing something I love. I work part time at an office job from 9-3:30 on Mon-Thurs, so those hours are set in stone. When I can, I volunteer at TCHS from 10-4 Fri-Sun, but I can certainly petsit during those times if need be. I can even petsit on weeknights and evenings after my office job. I will not accept pet dropoffs at my house since we have two other pets there already, and I'm certain that my family would not be pleased if I brought over another animal. I would do most of anything you would ask me to do to care for your pet. I'm not so experienced on giving medication, orally or intravenously, but I would be willing to learn to keep you worry-free. How I play and stimulate your pet depends largely on your pet's personality and preferences. My cat mainly loves to lay around and cuddle, but also loves to play fetch with yellow NERF dart balls! And the chihuahua loves to rough house play, so I constantly adapt to their wants and preferences. I have a more relaxed and chilled personality so if your pets don't like too much movement or rambunctiousness, then we'll get along together perfectly! I like to give cats and dogs a break from louder, more energetic folks and be a safe, calm haven for them.
20. Oneisha W.
About: I grew up on a farm! Of course we had farm animals but we also had a cat, a dog ( a very energetic Golden Retriever) and hamsters as pets. I’m free Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. I could briefly help out on Saturday and Sundays after 5:30 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays are unavailable due to school. I love interacting with pets and allowing them feel comfortable and cared for. Animals pick up on energy too! The right connections are meant to flow naturally!
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Dover on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $40 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 Jul 2024, there are 93 house sitters in Dover. 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, 92% of Dover house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Dover.
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. Dover 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.