House Sitting in Durham
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1. Stephanie M.

“Stephanie is so wonderful with my pups! She is a great communicator, sends me updates and pictures and my dogs seemed relaxed when I came back after my work trip. 100% recommended 🙌”


2. Kassidy L.

“Kassidy stayed at our house to watch our 2 large dogs and she was amazing. I only have great things to say - she was timely, communicative, the dogs seemed very happy and well cared for. Even the house was clean when we returned home. We will definitely have her watch our dogs again! Highly recommend”


3. Kate J.

“Considering this was our first time engaging a sitter via Rover, we got really lucky finding someone like Kate. Not only was she able to administer insulin to one of our cats, she was very accommodating of our schedules and specific requirements. She was punctual & responsible, and a big bonus that the cats didn't shy away from her :)”


4. Claire A.

“My pups took instantly to Claire. She truly has a way with them. Communication was clear and professional. Will definitely use again. Thank you!”


5. Stephanie T.

“Stephanie took excellent care of our girl Lola. She was very responsive every time I messaged her. Our home was immaculate when we got home. Will use her again when we go out of town.”


6. Chloe M.
“Chloe is absolutely incredible when it comes to caring for my cats. She has a couple of her own fur babies, and that love and experience really shine through in the way she looks after mine. I never have to worry for a second when I’m out of town—she follows all of my instructions to the letter, from feeding schedules to special care routines. She goes above and beyond, even sending me the sweetest photo updates throughout the week, which always put my mind at ease. My cats adore her, and I can tell they feel safe and loved when she’s around. I truly couldn’t ask for a better pet sitter!”


7. Rebecca F.

“Rebecca did a magnificent job! She stayed at our house to take care of our 10 year old Morkie and ensured that he was well taken care of throughout our trip! She gave him plenty of walks and kept us in the loop throughout the stay, sending us pictures and giving him lots of attention, which he needs and loves! We were able to feel truly comfortable while out of town, knowing that he was in the best hands. Thank you Rebecca!”




8. Anna Y.

“Anna was great with my dogs yet again. My shepherd can be high maintenance but Anna put in a lot of effort to bring the dogs to sniffspots to give them safe places to play after she got back from work and was patient with her demands for an early bedtime and early am breakfast and potty time. We will definitely book with Anna again!”


9. Leslie M.

“Leslie was amazing - the photos of our dog show her pure joy! I would recommend Leslie for your future dog sitting!”


10. Caroline H.

“Caroline was very attentive to Daisy and thankfully available on short notice. We will book her again.”


11. Carrie K.

“Our dog is old and a bit cranky. She is very devoted to her people and can be very whiny and needy when she is being cared for by others. Carrie took very good care of her while we were away for a week, even letting her sleep with her. We were very pleased with Carrie and would highly recommend her.”


12. Dale T.

“We were so pleased with Dale. She took good care of our pets and was very responsive. She did a great job building a relationship with our anxious dog and kept up with medicines for our cats. She sent wonderful pics and the house was neat when we arrived home.”


13. Gracie G.
About: I have had all different kinds of animals in my life, including dogs, cats, ferrets, farm animals, reptiles, and more. I've taken care of animals ranging from senior dogs to newborn kittens and I've given them all the love that they need. I currently work a day shift schedule Monday-Friday but I am available in the PM hours and on Sundays. My work is in Exeter and my home is in Newmarket so I'm close to almost anywhere in th Seacoast area. I am welcome to help your furry friend in any way you need. I will keep an open line of communication and send plenty of photos so you have the peace of mind knowing your best friend(s) are happy and healthy.


14. Will T.

“I love Will. He took such good care of Timber. It takes a lot to get her to warm up to you and he was so patient! Can’t wait for him to come again!”


15. Justina M.


“Justina was really wonderful. 5 out of 5 stars on everything... communication, conscientiousness, cleanliness, loving and caring for my dog, and willingness to do anything. Highly recommend!”


16. Cora T.


“Cora was amazing while watching our dog and house while we were away for 12 days. She sent updates and pictures every day and even handled when our dog wasn’t feeling well and needed last minute food changes. We came home to a very happy and well taken care of pup!”




17. Beth G.

“Beth and Samantha were fabulous! They provided fantastic care for our pup and provided us great updates along the way. Great peace of mind as they stayed at our house and looked after our pup while we were gone for the night. Can’t say enough about their care for our little guy, who absolutely has a new best friend. He was all tuckered out with a wagging tail when we got home. Will definitely reach out again and highly recommend!”


18. Chyna G.

“Thank you again Chyna for the excellent care you gave Fitzgerald! Chyna is one of the few that my cat Fitzgerald actually likes! She has removed our fear when we leave our boy because she takes such great care of him. She sends multiple videos and pictures while we are gone. Highly recommend Chyna!”


19. Kiley D.

“Kiley was great with our 13 year old lab! She came over prior to meet him and kept us updated with a note, as well as pictures. Would definitely recommend!”


20. Alex B.

“I had the pleasure of working with Alex and couldn’t be happier with the experience. Alex was pleasant to collaborate with and kept me well-informed about how things were going while I was away. His updates provided me peace of mind, knowing that my three cats were being well attended to. Alex also ensured that the house was left in great condition prior to his departure, which was very much appreciated. His respectful and considerate nature made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend Alex to anyone in need of a reliable and caring pet & house sitter.”
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1. Search
Read verified reviews and choose a house sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your house and pets while you’re away3. Book & Pay
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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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 Durham on Rover as of Jun 2025 was about $62 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 Jun 2025, there are 508 house sitters in Durham. 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, 85% of Durham house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Durham have an average of 15 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 Durham.
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. Durham 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.
