House Sitting Dunedin
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Over 638 pet parents in Dunedin have booked house sitting
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“Mary is wonderful. We have five pets, 3 cats, a dog and even a parrot - all with different needs and personalities. I appreciate her attention to detail and desire to make sure everyone is happy and comfortable. She is kind, respectful of our home and a true animal lover. I have peace of mind that our animals are in good hands with her. We look forward to having her sit for our babies again in the near future.”
“Alyssa was incredibly communicative and loving to our pup, and when we returned, the house was just as we left it. It’s so special to know your baby is being so well taken care of. Will definitely rebook.”
“Alexandra was a good communicator, punctual and above all kind and loving with my dogs. She sent lots of updates with photos and left the house clean. I will definitely hope to use her services again.”
About: I have had pets my whole life and am yet to stumble upon a dog or cat that I can not later call a friend! I am a real estate agent residing in Dunedin with ample time to take care of your furry family members. With enough notice I can make myself available at anytime. I have the option to work remote most days allowing me to really spend a lot of time with your pets in their own home.
“Christine was great with our two pups. She was punctual and treated Gracie and Steve as her own. She always sent us pics and text messages. We would hire Christine again. What a great sitter she was. Hire her you won’t be disappointed”
“Melissa filled in when my regular sitters weren't available. She was very thorough, keeping me updated regularly throughout the stay. I came home to happy girls.”
“Jess was the absolute BEST for our dog! Not only did she take complete care of Kahuna but she was VERY respectful of our home and took excellent care of it as well! I would recommend Jess to anyone! I look forward to have her watch Kahuna for us again”
“Andi is a great pet sitter! She did a great job watching our GSP, Josh, who really liked her. I love how she sent us a few updates and photos every day and stayed in touch with us while we were away. She came to meet Josh before staying at our house with him and texted to confirm the appointment a day before which was great. Thank you, Andi!”
“I have the best sitter ever!! Not only do my pets love David, we do too! Before he left, he washed towels and dishes. My house might have been cleaner when he left, than when he got there! He’s my first choice every time!”
About: I’ve been caring for dogs and cats for over 7 years, and it’s something I’ve genuinely loved doing from the start. I grew up helping my family with pet sitting we’ve all been on Rover so I’ve had plenty of hand on experience. I’m really comfortable with all kinds of pets, from playful puppies who need extra time and energy to senior pets who need a little more patience and care. I’m all about making sure each pet feels safe, loved, and happy while their people are away. I also used to run a small reptile rescue, so while dogs and cats are my main focus, I’ve picked up a lot of useful skills when it comes to handling animals with different needs and personalities Pet care fits really well into my daily routine! I’m a full time college student, but my classes are scheduled in a way that keeps my mornings and afternoons free. I’m available every day of the week before 5 PM, so I have plenty of time to dedicate to walks, drop ins, feedings, and just spending quality time with your pet. I’m super flexible and can usually adjust my schedule to fit what your pet needs When I’m caring for your pet in their own home, I always follow your instructions whether it’s feeding, walks, meds, or special routines. I know how much it means for them to stay comfortable and happy in their own space. I treat every home and pet like they’re my own, making sure they feel loved and secure while you’re away.
“Beverly took great care of our puppy. She communicated daily with texts and pictures. It was so good to know she was safe and cared for while we were out of the country! Poppy is a handful and Beverly gave her 3 walks a day. Thankful we had Beverly to count on.”
“Brook is so great! She is kind, caring, respectful, professional and the doggies loved her! She was able to send pics of my pups during her stay and it seemed like they were having a blast! I’ll definitely will be rebooking with her in the future!”
About: I’ve been around animals my entire life and have experience caring for dogs of all sizes, as well as cats. I’m currently a proud dog mom to a 3-year-old German Shepherd, so I’m especially comfortable with large, energetic breeds and understand the importance of exercise, patience, consistency, and lots of attention. I know every pet has their own personality and routine, and I’m happy to follow your instructions closely to make sure they feel safe and comfortable while you’re away. Whether your pet needs a walk, playtime, feeding, or simply some extra love and company, I’ll care for them like I would my own. 🐾 I currently have a very flexible schedule, which gives me plenty of availability for walks, drop-in visits, and quality time with your pets! I’m available throughout the week and can accommodate a variety of schedules and routines. I live in an apartment community with plenty of space for walks and a dog park for exercise and playtime. I also have my own German Shepherd and am experienced with balancing exercise, play, structure, and downtime throughout the day. In a client’s home, I’ll follow your pet’s usual feeding, walking, potty, and play schedule as closely as possible. I’m happy to provide walks, playtime, feeding, fresh water, cuddles, and plenty of photo updates so you know how your pet is doing!
About: I've been caring for animals all my life. Dogs, hamsters and birds were part of my household growing up. My purpose and passion is to care for animals in whatever capacity I can. From dogs and cats to birds, ferrets and reptiles. I have worked in the veterinary field for 30 + years. One of those hospitals was an avian and exotic hospital. I am a certified veterinary assistant although generally preferred the front desk aspect. I have chosen to leave that field and focus on pets in their home. I love pet sitting. I've been doing it on the side for close to 30years. I particularly love senior pets and cats. I love the close relationships I develop with the animals in my care. I will love and care for you pet as I do my own. This is my full time employment. I am available to drop in to your home as much as 2-3 times a day as needed. I do not board in my home and will occasionally be available for overnight stays. I will come to your home and follow your instructions to the letter. I will keep the space clean and tidy and care for a few plants as well. Your pet will receive lots of loving attention from me. Lots of snuggles if they so choose or playtime or just general company. I respect all pets boundaries.
About: As a lifelong dog lover and owner for 10 years, I’m now embarking on a new chapter after 24 wonderful years in Chicago. Following a long career in advertising sales, I’m seeking a slower-paced, more fulfilling path — one that lets me combine my reliability with my love for animals. At 49, I bring maturity, responsibility, and genuine care to every pup I watch, ensuring your they are looked after as if they were my own. Also, the doodle you see in some pics is my amazingly chill, gets along with every living thing, sidekick Lambeau. So please note your dog(s) must be okay with other dogs. I'm currently taking some time off and won't be going back to remote work until the fall '26, at the earliest. So I'm very flexible with my time at the moment. I live in an apartment complex (2 bed / 2 bath) with a huge unfenced grassy area off my lanai, that Lambeau and I call our own backyard. I also live across the street from John Chesnut park, in the Tarpon Woods area so Lambeau and I spend lots of time at that huge dog park and/or exploring the various trails. So if you're open to that as well, I'll gladly take your pup(s) over there for some adventures.
The median cost per night for house sitting in Dunedin is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Dunedin
Debra went above and beyond to take care of our pups. She followed our instructions well, respected the space, and sent updated photos and videos! She made sure to ask any questions that needed clarifying, and we came back to a home cleaner than when we left! I highly recommend Debra and will be utilizing her services in the future, knowing our babies are taken care of when we travel.
I had an excellent experience with Jason. He took wonderful care of Smokey during my trip and was incredibly friendly, professional, and accommodating throughout the entire process. My travel plans changed on both ends of the booking, and he was extremely understanding and flexible with the adjustments, which I really appreciated. He followed all of my instructions perfectly, took great care of Smokey, and left my home very clean and exactly as I had left it. It’s such a relief to find someone you can trust with both your pet and your home. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would absolutely book with him again. Highly recommend!
Tatiana was so great with our 3 animals! She kept me updated and sent pictures while we were out of town. She texted me the night before to double check timing and to see how she should leave the sheets and towels which I appreciated! She left our house very tidy and our animals happy.
Brandi provided excellent care to our two doggies (housesit/overnights). We have an older one that got sick/gastro issues the day before we left and she was excellent at communicating how much she was eating, behaviors, drinking etc. Greatly appreciated the extra communication and pictures from Brandi. Our other dog is a rescue and doesn’t like “strangers”. She had him cuddling with her within a day which absolutely stunned us! Would definitely recommend Brandi and will be using her again.
Brooke was fabulous with my 7 year old Luna. I had a weekend wedding to attend in NY and was very concerned with leaving Luna home. She is very much a creature of habit and usually gets anxious with any changes. Brooke understood this and followed Luna’s routines and provided lots of TLC. She also excelled at communicating with me and sent lots of pictures. Will definitely have her dog sit for me again.
I was very nervous to leave my baby girl with a sitter as we have never done that before. But Peggy made me feel so comfortable with knowing Lily would be left in her care while we were on a trip. She kept me updated about their days and sent little pictures as well, she also cares for your home likes it’s hers which really meant a lot to us. Any time we leave in the future for any vacations or trips I will for sure be reaching out to Peggy again! 10/10 recommend.
We couldn't have asked for a better dog sitter! From the moment we met, we knew our dogs were in the best hands. Christine was incredibly caring, attentive, and reliable, and we felt completely at ease knowing our dogs were being so well taken care of. Christine kept us updated, sent pictures and videos, and went above and beyond to make sure all dogs were happy and comfortable. It was clear how much she genuinely cared, and that meant so very much to us. We came home to 3 very happy dogs, and we will absolutely ask Christine to sit for us again in the future. Highly, highly recommend! 🌟 Thank you Christine for taking such great care of Sperry, Bear and Buc! They miss you already! 💙
Deniz was wonderful with senior dogs. She was very professional yet loving with them, sent me lots of pics which I really appreciated as I missed them. I will definitely rebook with her my next trip! She fed them and walked them as I asked. My home was clean. Great experience!!
Jazmine to the Rescue! We experienced every pet parent’s nightmare when our original sitter canceled less than a week before our trip. We found Jazmine and she quickly arranged a meet and greet for the same day. Our pets immediately warmed up to her, which gave us peace of mind. While we were away, Jazmine sent daily updates and photos. When we returned, everything was clean and in good order, and she had even left the home tidier than we left it. We would book with Jazmine again. She was punctual, communicated well, and took good care of our pets.
Laryssa was very caring, attentive, and clearly treated our dog like one of her own. Communication was excellent throughout our trip. She kept us updated with messages and photos, which we really appreciated. When we returned home, the house was clean and exactly as we left it. It's such a great feeling to come home to a happy dog. Highly recommend!
Jasmine watched our dog Mickey while we went away for three nights and we were very very happy with the care that she gave him and the updates and photos that she sent to us. She even got him to eat on day one which we did not expect! We’ve been looking for someone for a very long time who we are comfortable with, and we have finally found someone!
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FAQs for House Sitting - Dunedin
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The average cost of House Sitting in Dunedin is $48 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $27 and $83 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 3,694 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Dunedin. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Dunedin walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Dunedin maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Dunedin choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .
sitters on Rover set their own , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Dunedin. On Rover:
- 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 97% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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