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Top rated Downtown house sitters
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“It was great to have Desiree watch our dogs while away. I appreciate her flexibility with last days timing as my flight arrived later then originally thought.”
“This was my second time using Olivia and it was just as great of an experience as the first. My dog can be super high energy upon meeting people and she does a great job of letting him get his zoomies out before settling in. Will definitely book again!”
“Jen was a fantastic sitter for our pup, Maddie! She was very communicative sending regular photo updates during her stay, and kept everything shipshape around the house. If you’re seeking a reliable sitter look no further!”
“Beanie enjoyed her time with Anthony. When he left, she was still following him, which I think is a good sign. Appreciate the care and the updates.”
“Javay was fantastic! Super communicative and was incredibly patient with my senior anxious dog. She was available last minute which was a huge life saver for us. Thank you so so much Javay, Murph misses you!”
“Kay is such an amazing dog sitter. I can tell she has lots of experience and knowledge, in addition to love for pets. I have a shy senior chihuahua mix and a rambunctious young pit bull, and Kay went above and beyond to make sure they both had fantastic care, even with all their quirks. She was also fantastic at sending updates. Would definitely recommend Kay!”
“Lauren is a great sitter. She is reliable, professional and our dog absolutely loves her! She even went above and beyond when our travel arrangements got confused and we arrived home a day later than expected without cell service to communicate. Lauren had taken care of our dog and let us know all was well. We are so grateful for her!”
“Mackenzie stayed with my dog overnight in my apartment and everything went great! She was very communicative and responsible and I felt very comfortable with her at our meet-and-greet. During her stay she sent a photo and provided updates, and she followed all the instructions for Osito’s feeding and walk schedule. My apartment was very clean when I returned and exactly how I left it. I will definitely use her services again in the future and recommend her for pet sitting!”
“Did an amazing job with our pets and really went above and beyond with her pet sitting services. She stayed at our home with the animals and was a great house guest while we were gone”
“Bryan is a wonderful person and is very thoughtful of both the dog and the owners. Bryan was very thorough when we left and gave us great picture and updates. He is 5 star all the way.”
“Sydney went about and beyond with my anxious dog, Rosie. They also left my home in better condition when what they found it. They provided regular updates, pictures, videos. I would highly recommend for any of your pet care/housesitting needs. It’s always hard to be away from our pets but I know my dog will be in great care with Sydney!!”
“This was my first time using Rover and I feel like we made a great choice hiring Dan! Dan made our first experience better by happily offering to meet the pups in advance to make sure the pet sitting weekend went smoothly. His calm energy was really reassuring, especially because one of our dogs is a bit anxious. When we got home our dogs were happy and the house was tidy. We will definitely use him again for any pet sitting needs in the future.”
“Sudesna spent Easter weekend sitting for our two dogs and our cat. She did a wonderful job! She sent updates throughout the weekend, and the dogs seemed very happy with their new friend! Would highly recommend”
“We chose Bliss to watch our pets and home and she did a great job keeping everything running smoothly which made our trip so much more enjoyable. She’s took a great care of our pets which includes two dogs, one being a puppy and also our pet rabbit. They enjoyed her so much that they are moping around now that we are home as if they miss her! We would definitely use her again as she is fantastic.”
“If you’re looking for an amazing pet sitter, look no further. He’s been an absolute lifesaver for me! My two dogs and cat adore him, and it’s clear why. He’s super reliable, always showing up on time, and keeps me in the loop with regular updates. He takes the dogs on multiple walks and runs, and they have lots of play time. I feel totally at ease knowing they’re in such good hands. Highly recommend!!”
Downtown pet parents share their Rover experiences
John was a terrific house/dog sitter! Mambo is almost 12 and very set in his ways as well as having anxiety issues. John patiently administered Mambo’s meds and was able to keep to a regular schedule. Regular updates and photos gave us reassurance that all was well.
I was nervous leaving Remi during her recovery, but she made me feel so comfortable and kept me updated. She was patient, caring, and attentive to Remi’s needs. I truly appreciated how reliable she was especially that it was a bit last minute. I would definitely book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone they can trust with their pet.
Kerri took great care of our pups. We loved her after the meet-and-greet and felt really confident leaving our babies with her. She provided regular updates and photos and made sure they got lots of cuddles while we were away. She was also really prompt about responding to any questions I had about how they were doing. She left the house clean and the dogs happy and comfortable. ❤️
Trang was a wonderful pet sitter! Communication was great, and Trang was always friendly and easy to work with. We received regular updates and photos of both our cat and dog, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. Our pets were well cared for, and our house was spotless when we returned. We'd definitely book Trang again in the future and would happily recommend Trang to others.
Cabby is phenomenal! This was our first time leaving our 2 dogs with a sitter. We were nervous about what to expect and how the pups would do under the care of someone new. Cabby went above and beyond anything I could've expected. From the beginning, she was professional and communicative. She did a fantastic job not only with the pups, but caring for our home as well. She provided multiple updates daily, which were so entertaining to read. It was as if I was reading the dogs' daily journal entry! Cabby truly loves dogs and has the experience to care for different needs and personalities. I can't thank her enough for the peace of mind she provided us while we were away, and for being such a trustworthy and reliable caretaker. I highly recommend her and would definitely book with her again!
Ruth has watched our two cats whenever we traveled over the last two years, and she has been absolutely wonderful. We have used a lot of pet sitters over the years, and Ruth is easily one of the best we’ve ever had. She is always on time, incredibly responsive, and fantastic with the cats. We never had to worry about anything while we were away. We are moving out of town and are sad to leave her. We cannot recommend her enough.
Robert was wonderful with our girl, Billie! He was patient and allowed her to warm up to him and go at her own pace. We were really worried to go out of town and leave her home, but now we will feel better about booking trips knowing that she is being well cared for!
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3. Book & Pay
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover 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 Downtown.
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. Downtown 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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