House Sitting in Downtown, Detroit
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1. Callie C.
“Wonderful sitter. Easy going and took great care of our pets while we were away. Will definitely hire again!”
2. Lauren W.
“Lauren was fantastic with watching my dog Jack. She was super helpful in explaining the app and what her schedule was for the in house sitting. She took him to the dog park and on walks constantly and always provided pictures and updates. Will absolutely be booking Lauren again in the future”
3. Annika R.
“Annika is just wonderful with Yvie. Annika has such a kind, loving personality. She was amazing , keeping up with Yvies energy and playful manner. Would definitely recommend Annika!!”
4. Jordan K.
“Jordan was amazing with my dog! He took care of Sloan (my dog) as if he was his own. This is something I look for as Sloan is the most important thing to me. Jordan is gentle, reliable and efficient. It's very obvious he's a big animal lover. Highly recommend!”
5. Ashton B.
“Ashton was very accommodating and treated my 3 year old Corgi very well. Very professional and timely. Highly recommended! Will definitely utilize her services again.”
6. Gwenyth H.
“Gwen was awesome with our 4 puppies!! She has a very calm and relaxing influence on them. We will definitely hire her again. Hope she is available!!!”
7. Karley M.
“Karley is an awesome dog sitter. She watched our dogs for two weeks while we were traveling. She stayed at our home, cuddled with the dogs, and made sure they were safe and in their routine. We will definitely keep asking her to care for our pups!”
8. Maciyah D.
“Maciyah was super accommodating and helpful when I had to book her last minute. And Duke seemed to really enjoy his stay. She sent tons of pictures and got him lots of walks. I highly recommend boarding with Maciyah.”
9. Randi K.
“Randi has consistently taken such good care of not only my dogs but all my small animals. She is always available for my last minute requests and is always so friendly and professional!! I will be booking with her ONCE AGAIN!”
10. Casie L.
“Casie is amazing! She took such great care of our sweet girl - sending us updated pictures and notes often. We’re so glad to have found someone we trust ♥️”
11. Olivia H.
“We were so happy to have Olivia care for Wilson! She made the time to meet with Wilson before the trip to make sure they would get along. She also sent photos of Wilson while we were away and made sure the home was clean when we arrived. Thank you Olivia!”
12. Raeshawn V.
“Raeshawn has been around pets all her life and she's a true dog lover . I use to raise chows and she loved the puppy's .she now has a pet she keep for a friend and babysits for her mom's little Yorkie .”
13. Rafael C.
“I've had the privilege of knowing David, and one of the things that stands out most about him is his deep love and care for animals, especially dogs. He has an incredible way of connecting with them, showing genuine compassion and kindness. Whether it's rescuing a stray, volunteering at shelters, or simply giving his own pets the best life possible, David goes above and beyond to ensure every animal he encounters feels loved and safe. His dedication to their well-being is truly inspiring, and it's a testament to the kind and caring person he is.”
14. Alex R.
“Alex was awesome! I really appreciated getting pictures & updates of my pup while away. It was nice to hear about the long walk she took Ollie on & that he had a great time.”
15. Lauren S.
“Lauren did a great job taking care of our two kitties and our house for a week. We got the cutest pictures during our time away and returned to a clean home and happy kitties. Lauren followed our instructions with care and we would love to her house sit anytime!”
16. Lizabeth W.
“Liz was so sweet, personable, and attentive. Liz fed my dog, took her for a walk, and even sat on the floor with my dog to ease her anxiety. If you ever need a dog sitter in the Detroit area, I highly recommend Liz!”
17. Kayla V.
“Kayla was awesome. She took great care of our two cats and our house. She’s a good communicator and and kept us informed during her stay. One of our cats requires medication three times a day, and Kayla didn’t flinch at this extra work. We’re grateful for her attentiveness and gladly recommend her without reservation.”
18. Christine G.
“Really easy to work with and was great with my geriatric pomeranian and staying on top of her while we were out at a concert.”
19. Joseph O.
“We were apprehensive about having a stranger in our home and taking care of our fur babies. Joe was personable and we all felt at ease with him right away. He even dropped by one additional time before we left just to make sure the dogs were going to be comfortable with him and to go over any additional instructions. The house was spotless and the dogs were well taken care of. I will definitely use Joe again and would highly recommend him.”
20. Kristina R.
“Kristina was wonderful ! Very responsible and so loving towards My pooch Marley ! He loves her from day one ! I’d highly recommend her ! My dog is not an easy personality and he was happy as can be upon my return ! 5 stars”
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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 Downtown on Rover as of Jul 2024 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 Jul 2024, there are 1,462 house sitters in Downtown. 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, 88% of Downtown house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Downtown have an average of 15 years of experience. 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 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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