House Sitting in Downtown, New Haven, CT
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“Marie was amazing with our needy , energetic frenchie! You can tell she cares deeply for animals. She asked all the right questions, making sure she understood our dog's needs and routine. She checked in often and kept us updated, which we really appreciated. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does. We highly recommend her!”
“Emily is so sweet and thoughtful and knows how to read the needs and personality of the pup (and owner). She has a real knack for care. Wonderful house sitter and I will absolutely book with Emily again to stay with Mowgli again!”
“Heather was absolutely wonderful with our dog and extremely communicative throughout all of her visits. We will definitely be using her services again in the future and can’t recommend her enough.”
“Patty really cares about caring for animals. She was easy to schedule on short notice, made sure we met ahead of time to ensure that there was a good fit between her and Zola, and was accommodating throughout the visit. I appreciated all the photos and updates. Feels less stressful traveling when you know your four legged friend is in good hands. Thanks, Patty! Would reccomend.”
“Veronica was amazing! She took excellent care of our pup and was very communicative. Cooper was very well cared for and we felt at-ease leaving him with Veronica, even when he had some special needs and required extra attention/help. We would highly recommend her for any pet care!”
About: I use empathy to connect with the animals, which allows me to build a bond - that's why there is an angry toothless chihuahua that considers me part of the family even though I'm just a parent's friend. My schedule is very flexible, so I will easily adjust my morning/afternoon/evening to make sure that your fur-child has exceptional care and all the necessary attention I will ensure that all the messes are cleaned up, you'll be informed of anything that might be happening between visits or if anything happens that concerns me. You'll have a detailed report on what I do to provide perfect care for your baby and a picture of them (should they wish to interact)
“Steven and Claudia are kind people and great cat and house sitters! They took care of our cat Hugo for 2 weeks and kept us updated with messages and pictures. We came back to a happy cat and clean house and wouldn’t hesitate to work with them again. Highly recommend!”
“Sadie did a fantastic job house-sitting my two cats! She definitely knows how to take care of cats, as evidenced by my timid one warming up to her within hours of meeting her! I had total peace of mind while I was away, and I'll definitely be her repeat customer :)”
“Pauline watched our boys for over a week, and as usual, she was great! She paid close attention to all care requirements (one of our dogs is special needs), and took wonderful care of them. We got lots of pictures and updates and she left our house spotless. We have more dates lined up😊”
“Jen is awesome, and our cat, Bat, really warmed up to her. He can be a bit reserved, but Jen was able to get him out of his shell. She sent us videos everyday, and we could tell that she took incredible care of Bat. Definitely would recommend and rebook. Thanks, Jen!”
“Mary Rose was wonderful!! Very communicative, caring, and did a great job updating me while I was away. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a pet sitter. The frequent pictures she sent of my boy throughout the day eased any worry and I knew he was being well cared for. Cloud approved and made a new friend😊🤍”
“I was happy to meet Kav and felt really good about leaving her to house sit with my socially anxious pup, Zoie. Zoie warmed up to Kav surprisingly quickly which was a relief! Kav is obviously comfortable and experienced with dogs and I will definitely be reaching out to utilize her services again.”
About: I grew up with three ridgebacks and a beagle, all of whom needed specialized care into their later years. Now, as an adult, I really miss getting to spend so much time with dogs — I would view getting to walk, feed, or play with your dog as a privilege, not an obligation. I work a pretty unorthodox job that leaves me with a open schedule for weeks at a time. The money is nice, sure, but I mostly just need something to fill up my days. I’m very flexible, and more than willing to work with you and your pet’s schedule. I really just aim to make clients animals as close to their everyday routines as possible — it can be jarring for some dogs to have a new person around! A happy dog is a good dog, I find.
“Nancy took care of our golden retriever, Rosie, for four days in our house. She was wonderful. Very responsible. I felt completely at ease while we were away. She took great care of our dog and our house. I would recommend her without hesitation.”
About: I’ve been an animal-lover since elementary school. I’ve had cats since birth, but at age 8 I saved my money up for a year to buy my own cat and I’ve been taking care of animals ever since. I have experience taking care of cats and dogs of all ages, as well as birds, reptiles, rodents, and aquariums (freshwater, saltwater, and reef.) I even have experience caring for wild animals in a rehabilitation setting, so administering medication or accommodating special needs is no problem! I love finding ways to provide enrichment in your pet’s life. I understand that every animal is different, so I’m happy to get to know your pet’s individual needs and provide plenty of love and patience! I’ll be starting graduate school in the fall, so I’m looking for flexible hours doing things I love! I am available for drop in visits or overnight stays. I’m happy to work with you and be flexible depending on your needs! I would love to spend some time talking with you to understand your pet’s individual needs so that I can provide the best care necessary! I am very patient and caring, so challenging animals are not a problem. If your pet has any special needs I am happy to learn more about what I can do to accommodate for that! I have experience caring for animals in a rehabilitation setting so administering medications or making accommodations for animals is something I’m experienced with!
About: I have experience caring for dogs of all ages, from playful puppies to senior pets requiring extra attention. What sets me apart is my patience and ability to adapt to each dog's unique personality and needs. I’m currently working full time, 8-4 pm, but my evenings and weekends are free. I have a car so I can drive to client’s homes. I live in an apartment that has enough green space and is cozy for dogs, but I am open to dog boarding in private residences.
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Marie C.
“Marie was amazing with our needy , energetic frenchie! You can tell she cares deeply for animals. She asked all the right questions, making sure she understood our dog's needs and routine. She checked in often and kept us updated, which we really appreciated. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does. We highly recommend her!”
Emily C.Star Sitter
“Emily is so sweet and thoughtful and knows how to read the needs and personality of the pup (and owner). She has a real knack for care. Wonderful house sitter and I will absolutely book with Emily again to stay with Mowgli again!”
Heather R.Star Sitter
“Heather was absolutely wonderful with our dog and extremely communicative throughout all of her visits. We will definitely be using her services again in the future and can’t recommend her enough.”
Katelyn W.
“Katelyn watched leo while we were away in Chicago for the weekend! Super communicative and accommodating. Above and beyond, thank you so much!!!”
Patty B.
“Patty really cares about caring for animals. She was easy to schedule on short notice, made sure we met ahead of time to ensure that there was a good fit between her and Zola, and was accommodating throughout the visit. I appreciated all the photos and updates. Feels less stressful traveling when you know your four legged friend is in good hands. Thanks, Patty! Would reccomend.”
Matt S.
“It is a great feeling knowing that Matt is watching Lola. Matt sends us updates and photos the whole time. Lola always looks so happy. We know our girl is in good hands with Matt.”
Veronica V.
“Veronica was amazing! She took excellent care of our pup and was very communicative. Cooper was very well cared for and we felt at-ease leaving him with Veronica, even when he had some special needs and required extra attention/help. We would highly recommend her for any pet care!”
Max D.
“Max is the most caring pet sitter I've ever had! They have years of experience caring for cats, including difficult cats in a shelter setting. They spend extra time with my cat Pierre, not just coming by for a few minutes to feed and change the litter box. They stay and pet him and play with him. They've given my cat oral medications and followed complicated feeding and supplements instructions. And when I come home the apartment is always in great shape, doesn't smell like cat litter or old cans of food. I really can't recommend them strongly enough! You'll never find a better cat sitter than Max!”
Steven & Claudia L.
“Steven and Claudia are kind people and great cat and house sitters! They took care of our cat Hugo for 2 weeks and kept us updated with messages and pictures. We came back to a happy cat and clean house and wouldn’t hesitate to work with them again. Highly recommend!”
Sadie P.
“Sadie did a fantastic job house-sitting my two cats! She definitely knows how to take care of cats, as evidenced by my timid one warming up to her within hours of meeting her! I had total peace of mind while I was away, and I'll definitely be her repeat customer :)”
pauline g.
“Pauline watched our boys for over a week, and as usual, she was great! She paid close attention to all care requirements (one of our dogs is special needs), and took wonderful care of them. We got lots of pictures and updates and she left our house spotless. We have more dates lined up😊”
Jen N.Star Sitter
“Jen is awesome, and our cat, Bat, really warmed up to her. He can be a bit reserved, but Jen was able to get him out of his shell. She sent us videos everyday, and we could tell that she took incredible care of Bat. Definitely would recommend and rebook. Thanks, Jen!”
Liza L.
“It was great to meet Liza today—my pup really enjoyed her walk!”
James K.
“James was great! My dog immediately loved him :) great at communicating and sharing pics during the day as well. I will definitely be using James again!”
Mary Rose H.Star Sitter
“Mary Rose was wonderful!! Very communicative, caring, and did a great job updating me while I was away. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a pet sitter. The frequent pictures she sent of my boy throughout the day eased any worry and I knew he was being well cared for. Cloud approved and made a new friend😊🤍”
Kav R.
“I was happy to meet Kav and felt really good about leaving her to house sit with my socially anxious pup, Zoie. Zoie warmed up to Kav surprisingly quickly which was a relief! Kav is obviously comfortable and experienced with dogs and I will definitely be reaching out to utilize her services again.”
Samuel A.
“Great pet owner- grew up with many dogs. Trustworthy and responsible guy. Would absolutely let him in my home with my animals care and I do quite frequently.”
Nancy P.Star Sitter
“Nancy took care of our golden retriever, Rosie, for four days in our house. She was wonderful. Very responsible. I felt completely at ease while we were away. She took great care of our dog and our house. I would recommend her without hesitation.”
Sophia P.
“Sophia has been a regular dog/cat/house sitter for us for several years. She's amazing with the animals and very responsible about keeping the house neat and tidy. Our dogs have a specific feeding schedule and meds and Sophie has had no issues keeping up with it. We would highly recommend her to anyone that needs a pet sitter.”
Jacqueline S.
About: I have experience caring for dogs of all ages, from playful puppies to senior pets requiring extra attention. What sets me apart is my patience and ability to adapt to each dog's unique personality and needs. I’m currently working full time, 8-4 pm, but my evenings and weekends are free. I have a car so I can drive to client’s homes. I live in an apartment that has enough green space and is cozy for dogs, but I am open to dog boarding in private residences.
Downtown pet parents share their Rover experiences
Jen just spent the past week in our home with our puppy. We’ve used Jen in the past and we already have her booked for several additional dates. She is 100% our go-to for house sitting and puppy care. We highly recommend her. Our puppy is always happy and very well cared for, and Jen takes excellent care of our home, leaving it spotless upon our return.
Veronica was amazing! She took excellent care of our pup and was very communicative. Cooper was very well cared for and we felt at-ease leaving him with Veronica, even when he had some special needs and required extra attention/help. We would highly recommend her for any pet care!
Marie was amazing with our needy , energetic frenchie! You can tell she cares deeply for animals. She asked all the right questions, making sure she understood our dog's needs and routine. She checked in often and kept us updated, which we really appreciated. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does. We highly recommend her!
Davonna is AWESOME! She is communicative, punctual, friendly, and trustworthy. My gang enjoyed their weekend with her and she put my mind at ease. I’ve been using Rover for years and I never feel any less anxious when I have to find a housesitter but I will definitely book Davonna again!
Janalie is the best dog sitter around. She gave so much love and attention to our Labrador retriever and has amazing energy from the moment she met the dog. She kept us up to date and sent photos throughout her stay. Our doggo was in good spirits when we got home!
Teddy was absolutely amazing with our kitty! We had just moved to the area and had a graduation to attend over the weekend and were nervous about having to leave our cat after such a big move. Teddy was very kind and easy to communicate with and made sure that our cat was well cared for with play time, treats, and company while we were gone. They were also great at sending us picture updates during their stay. We would absolutely book again!
Melanie house and dog sat for our dog Luna for a few days while we traveled out of state. This was our first experience with Melanie other than a few daily walks and we were extremely happy with the care and communication. We received daily updates and pictures and Luna seemed happy and engaged every day with walks and playtime. Everything looked great upon our return. Melanie was responsive when I messaged her. We will definitely have Melanie watch Luna again and give her 5 stars! Thank you.
Kristen is the best! She took amazing care of our dog and 2 cats (honestly even better than we do haha), and even vacuumed and cleaned the whole place before we got back. We arrived pretty late at night and she stayed up to keep our dog company. She goes above and beyond for your pets. Couldn't recommend enough.
Rachel took such good care of our little guys while we were gone. Our senior kitty needs several feedings of wet food through out the day and gets medication twice a day. Rachel was great about sending pictures and updates which helped me feel so relieved that things were fine at home. It felt great knowing our cats were both cared for and loved. Our house was also in perfect order. Thank you Rachel!
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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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