House Sitting in Downtown, Jersey City
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1. Brenda G.

“My first time leaving my 4 month old puppy and couldn’t have felt more comfortable. She sent pictures all night and was the best with my little girl!!!!”


2. Crystal M.


“Crystal room great care of my house and pets. She was very responsive and sent lots of updates and photos. My cats were very happy to hang out with her. She also left my home tidy and nice.”


3. Anthony L.

“Anthony was an absolute godsend! This is our first time using Rover for pet sitting and we couldn’t have chosen a better sitter! Our dog unfortunately had a little bit of a tummy upset the day we left for the weekend, which we were a little panicky about as we were heading interstate for a few days. Anthony handled the situation expertly, paying super close attention to our beloved pet while she was getting better, and sending us regular updates on her general progress, as well as regular pictures of her enjoying cuddle times and walks. Our home was maintained beautifully, and the whole process from start to finish was smooth, with great communication. Highly recommend Anthony if you are ever in need of a great house/pet sitter.”




4. Meric P.



“Meric was great with Georgie and Kelso. He was always really quick to respond to messages and provided regular updates and photos. Would definitely recommend and trust Meric with our boys again.”


5. elizabeth h.

“Elizabeth was patient and understanding with my dog Day 1 was very anxious for me cuz my dog always has "stranger danger" alert on but it didn't take awhile for my dog to get used to her and they became best friends right away! She sends updates and very prompt/ attentive when there was issues with my dog. She definitely knew what to do. would 100% recommend 😀”


6. Sarah O.

“Sarah was such a wonderful sitter for our dog! She was responsive, asked informed questions, kept us updated on how our pup was doing, and left our place spotless. We are so glad we connected with her!”


7. Lakshmi K.

“Lakshmi watched Rocky for a weekend while we were away at a wedding. She was so communicative and sent plenty of photos and updates the whole time! We will definitely rebook and am happy to have a trustworthy option for when my husband and I are out of town :)”


8. Rebecca T.

“Rebecca was amazing! On a last minute sitter for my little guys she was very attentive and genuinely enjoyed spending time with them. She is also a wonderful person to meet :)”


9. Alexandra L.

“Alexandra house sat my dog Shifu and she was absolutely great with him. He’s a high energy dog especially during the evenings but she was able to handle him really well. Have already booked her twice to look after him and her proximity to my place is an added advantage. Will definitely avail her services moving forward.”


10. Jane Y.

“Jane was so great with Pepper! She paid attention to all of the care instructions and asked insightful questions to make sure Pepper was well taken care of. I would definitely recommend her to anyone in need of a sitter!”


11. Ellory S.

“Ellory was so great with our 3 year old pup! She was able to dog sit for us on very short notice, and did a great job with keeping Thomas exercised and happy. Highly recommend!”


12. Samara A.

“We had a last minute cancellation 30 minutes before a sitter was to arrive. Samara responded to our request immediately and was quick to set us up to watch Poe. Poe was staying home for the day after an emergency care visit, and Samara was so kind and attentive. We informed her our concern with his loss of appetite and she took time to gently hand feed him during our suggested meal times. We were sent picture and video updates to ease our mind throughout the day. So thankful for her care and we hope to book her to watch Poe again in the future!”




13. Jason E.

“Jason was incredible! He helped us with a week-of sitting and was so communicative, resourceful, and made everything easy so we could enjoy our day in NYC stress-free knowing our dog was having a great time. Highly highly recommend!!”


14. Jordan A.

“I had Jordan stay over night in my apartment for 3 weeks watching after my 2 cats. This was my 2nd time booking with Jordan and she made me feel at ease during my trip with updates and photos on occasion. I plan to use Jordan’s services again in the future.”


15. Kaitlynn M.

“Kaitlynn was fantastic with our Newfoundland. She walked her, played with her and gave her the attention she craves. Our pup can be a handful, and Kaitlynn had no issues working with her. Would use her again without hesitation.”


16. Fernando O.

“Fernando was great with cooper, he really helped give us peace of mind during our wedding day that our boy was in good hands and getting all the love and attention he was missing.”


17. Eric R.

“Eric is an exceptional dog walker and sitter, especially for challenging dogs. As the owner of a reactive dog, Lucy, I was incredibly nervous about finding someone capable of handling her difficult behavior. From our first contact, Eric filled me with confidence, assuring me he was up for the challenge and could 'walk the talk' (pun intended!). Despite reaching out semi-last minute and feeling stressed, Eric put us at ease from the very first walk. We took a leap of faith having him dog sit, not because of doubts about Eric, but due to Lucy's challenging nature. Our concerns were unfounded - Lucy adored him, and they worked well together. Eric promised to over-communicate while we were away, which was exactly what we needed. He never missed a beat, sending regular updates and photos that allowed us to relax and enjoy our time away. My fiancée and I are grateful to have found someone so reliable and skilled in our area. You can book Eric with absolute confidence. What sets Eric apart is his ability to handle reactive dogs with patience and expertise. Thanks to him, my fiancée and I have regained a bit of our life back. Having a reactive dog is challenging, but Eric's dependable service allows us to finally enjoy some 'us time' now and then. He's not just a dog walker - he's a lifeline for pet owners dealing with difficult dogs. Eric's skills, reliability, and genuine care for animals make him an invaluable find. Highly recommended!”


18. Christine W.

“Christine was extremely attentive and did an awesome job watching my two elderly dogs! She was very flexible in accommodating my last min booking!”




19. Jamie A.

“Jamie is the best dog sitter! She took such great care of Adam. She was patient with him and got to know him really well. I didn’t stress about him at all when on vacation :) and she took lots and lots of pictures. Also, she left my apartment super clean. Would definitely recommend!”


20. Renee C.

“Renee is very responsive, caring, friendly and responsible. My pup was very relaxed staying home with her. I will definitely work with her again.”
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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 14,703 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, 83% of Downtown house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Downtown have an average of 12 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 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.
