House Sitting in Downtown, San Mateo, CA
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Caroline bonded with Tim instantly, diverted him while I was leaving, sent me very cute photos and handled a leaky refrigerator. She did an all around excellent job.”
“Caroline was great with our senior dachshund. She stayed with him for a weekend at our place and kept us updated on how he was doing. She was kind, thoughtful, and responsible. We will hire her again the next time we go out of town!”
About: I've taken care of animals since I was a kid and have volunteered at animal shelters over the past 10 years. I have fostered dogs, cats, and kittens! My childhood dog lived to 17 and when he went into adrenal failure, I gave him an IV drip every night. I strongly believe in doing whatever it takes to keep animals under my care healthy and happy! As a pet parent myself, I know how stressful it can be to find the right fit to be entrusted with your furry family member. I want you to know that I will follow your care instructions to the letter and I'm an excellent communicator. If you request more pictures or updates to put your mind at ease, I am happy to provide! I'm currently doing this full-time, so I can be very flexible when it comes to your schedule. I am free on weekdays and weekends. I travel occasionally and will block off those dates on my calendar ahead of time. I live with my partner and our 2 dogs which gives me the bandwidth to care for your fur babies. I'm all about respecting an animal's boundaries and personal space. I like to give animals a chance to warm up to me and be very patient with them. Animals thrive on routine, so when I'm house-sitting, I want to keep things as normal as possible for their comfort. I am responsible and respectful of house rules. My wish is for you to feel totally at ease knowing your pets are in good hands.
About: Feed dry and wet food. Clean the litter box. Cuddle and play with them Give them toys and treats… they love it! Cats are adorable. I am unemployed and I can give so much attention to dogs and cats. I can send video to my clients while playing with them.. Keep the litter box clean. Feed them Play and give toys Give them love and attention. Provide them water. Call e and I am a cat lover.
“A great sitter! She house sat for us for a week and administered oral meds to my cat, and kept our 70 lb high energy dog company. She gave us daily updates and asked questions when needed. Will book her again!”
“Sandra was very responsive and was flexible with dealing with our shifting schedule. Miso, our chaweenie, was very happy with Sandra watching her. Will be asking her to watch Miso again soon. Thanks Sandra!”
“Yuna was amazing! She kept our home clean and organized, and most importantly, our dogs were happy and well cared for. She stayed in touch throughout the stay and sent photos, which gave us all a peace of mind. Yuna is kind, considerate, and professional. I highly recommend her and would definitely book her again.”
“Bryan has been our go-to dog sitter for the past year. He’s consistently reliable, fast to communicate, and we always come home to a happy pup! Highly recommend”
“Deborah's the best. You can tell right away that she's truly a dog person. She took care of Wallace for 2 weeks and that was no small undertaking. He's a very senior 90# chocolate lab with mobility and incontinence issues. She totally rose to the challenge, going above and beyond; dog baths, obtaining supplements, even facilitating getting him set up with a new bed. She's amazing. If I need help again for sure she's going to be my first call. But I think she's going to be discovered and I have no doubt she will easily fill up her schedule”
About: Hi! My name is Sam, and I am a recent college grad looking for some supplemental income while entering the job market. I am great with pets, and have been taking care of my own cat Lou for many years. I have pet-sat for friends and clients for over 4 years, and have experience taking care of pets with medications and other medical needs. With my own cat, I know how important it is to find a flexible and trustworthy petsitter! I am happy to walk dogs, spend time with pets during the day, and feed and care for pets while you are away. My schedule is very flexible, so I have plenty of time to visit your pet during the day or schedule over-night stays during the week or weekend. I happy to adapt to whatever quirks and emotional or physical needs your pet has! If there are any medical needs or personality issues to be aware of, I would love to organize a visit ahead of time to get to know the pet and their home. I am also happy to do other small things around the house as needed, like watering plants or bringing in packages.
“Darya was amazing! She sent me multiple daily updates with photos. The animals loved her right away which was very reassuring and she left my house very clean and even stripped the sheets! I will be using her again.”
“Maria provided exceptional service for my dog, Thor, and cat, Alfie! I would recommend Maria to anyone looking for a dependable, caring and knowledgeable person to care for their pets. Maria sent me daily summaries, pictures and videos so my mind could be at ease while away. I highly recommend Maria.”
About: Dogs have always been a large part of my life, whether the pups were my own, my roommate’s, or my friends’. Currently, I don't have any fur babies of my own and this is the longest I've lived without one in my life, so I’m hoping that caring for your fur babies will help tide me over until I'm able to get one of my own! I have a lot of love and attention I’d love to shower your fur baby with, but I also have a lot of patience and persistence for those who need a more determined approach. I have experience working with big and small breeds and younger and senior mutts, as well as Boxers, Pit Bulls, Great Danes, Labradors, German Shepherds, and Golden Retrievers. For the past year I’ve been volunteering with the Peninsula Humane Society and SPCA for the past year, working specifically with reactive and fearful dogs. Prior to that I’ve volunteered at shelters all over the world. I’ve lived in a few different countries and within the US I’ve lived in Boston, Washington D.C., Florida, and now the Bay Area! I speak English and Hindi fluently, and am conversant in Spanish, French, and Arabic. I’m happy to learn how to say commands and sweet nothings in any language that your fur baby prefers. I have a BA in Biological Anthropology from Boston University and a Master’s in Public Health from George Washington University. I’m currently unemployed and looking for work in health care - but this just means my schedule is that much more open and flexible. I look forward to loving and caring for your pup while their favorite person is away. I’m currently unemployed and looking for work in health care - but this just means my schedule is that much more open and flexible. I'm happy to work on the schedule that works best for you. When caring for your pet in your own I am respectful, considerate, and clean. I understand that sharing your space with another person requires a lot of faith and understanding, and I endeavor to make sure we are both comfortable with the arrangement. I hold transparency and trust in very high regard! Along-side caring for your pet I'm happy to water plants or take care of any other living thing that might also need attention!
About: Hi! I'm Deborah, and I’ve been caring for pets for over 20 years. Animals have always been a huge part of my life—I've had dogs since I was a child and have fostered multiple litters of puppies over the years. Whether it's a playful pup, a senior dog needing a little extra TLC, or a house full of furry friends, I treat every pet like family. With decades of hands-on experience, you can count on me to be reliable, attentive, and communicative. I understand how important it is to feel confident and at ease when someone is caring for your pet and home. That’s why I always provide updates, photos, and stay in close contact so you know your pet is safe and happy. I’m here to make sure your pets are comfortable, loved, and well cared for while you’re away. Let’s chat—I’d love to meet you and your pets! I have plenty of experience and time on my hands to spoil your furry family members. I can accommodate all types of personalities and health issues. I can care for pets in your home. I have a flexible schedule so lets talk about what your pets need. Happy to set up a zoom call for a first time meet and greet.
“Shannon took amazing care of my two energetic Ridgebacks. She was very committed to making sire they were well cared for. I returned to happy pups and a clean house. What more could you ask for?”
Downtown pet parents share their Rover experiences
Deborah's the best. You can tell right away that she's truly a dog person. She took care of Wallace for 2 weeks and that was no small undertaking. He's a very senior 90# chocolate lab with mobility and incontinence issues. She totally rose to the challenge, going above and beyond; dog baths, obtaining supplements, even facilitating getting him set up with a new bed. She's amazing. If I need help again for sure she's going to be my first call. But I think she's going to be discovered and I have no doubt she will easily fill up her schedule
Dawn took wonderful care of our dog and home. She connected with our pup and understood him well. He definitely bonded with her. She shared lots of photos, videos, and stories, and it was clear our dog was happy. We highly recommend Dawn and hope to have her dog sit again soon!
She was amazing with my two cats and dog! They all seemed so comfortable with her, which says a lot because they can be picky about people. She kept me updated and sent me pictures, which I loved. When I got home, everyone was relaxed and clearly well cared for. You can tell she genuinely loves animas. I would absolutely book her again.
Cesar was very nice and responsive to our requests. He met with Honey before we left so she could get familiar with him and sent us photos and updates through the app while we were away. Honey has never been alone since she was a puppy, and Cesar was understanding to her needs and accommodations. He took good care of her and we would recommend his services to anyone else. We would definitely ask him to come dogsit for Honey again.
We had a wonderful experience with Lindsay. She took excellent care of our two dogs staying at our place and giving them plenty of attention, love, and exercise while we were away. We came home to two very happy, relaxed dogs. Communication was great, and we felt completely at ease knowing our dogs were in such reliable hands. We wouldn’t hesitate to work with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy pet sitter.
Brittany was a savior over Christmas. She took care of my flamepoint Siamese cat and a stray I have been helping without a second thought. She was so good with both of them. When I returned my Siamese cat (who has separation anxiety) was so calm and content. I could tell he was well cared for. She also sent lots of pictures and followed instructions well. Will book again!
This was our second time working with Bri for dog and house sitting. She was outstanding! Ours senior dog was well taken care of with plenty of walks and sofa snuggles. Bri made herself at home and treated it like her own. She is exceptionally reliable, responsible, and a loving dog sitter. Her check-ins were wonderful with plenty of pics. This was the first time I’ve traveled internationally and not worried about my dog and home! We will absolutely reach back out to her for future sittings!
We booked Jeffrey again for a 10-day stay with our three dogs, and he took fantastic care of them. This was our longest trip in a very long time, and after we left the weather turned cold. The cold aggravated our senior dog’s IVDD and old injuries, making her very grumpy and hard to handle. Jeffrey managed the situation with patience and great communication. He checked in, adjusted her medication safely, and was careful about not using the stronger dose unless needed. Our neighbor even mentioned seeing him out walking the dogs often and said, “Your dogs seemed to love him. He seems like a calm soul.” Only praises for Jeff!
Francis was a wonderful sitter and took great care of our pups and home! We were traveling in Asia and needed Francis to cover the second half of our trip since our other sitter had only partial availability. Francis was flexible to our travel plans, agreed to arrive early, and helped coordinate the transition with the other sitter. He sent frequent updates and photos, with fun and cute captions. Francis' communication was strong, from the time of booking until after wrapping up the sit. We also came home to a sparkling clean apartment! We would definitely recommend him as a sitter!
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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.
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