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“Brandi is great! She is friendly, competent, and caring. She took care of my three high needs pets for two days sending me updates through out her care. Her attention to detail allowed me to enjoy my time away and not worry about my babies.”
“Katelynn is a sweet and thoughtful sitter! She was very respectful of finding ways to help with our homecoming. She kept us informed and updated photos very well. Katelynn has a gift with animals and is missed at our home.”
“Excellent! Sarah was a fantastic house sitter for Axel, Reagan & Riley. My husband and I are always nervous when we leave the dogs behind and were a little more anxious with our female going into season the day before our flight! Sarah was responsive and kept us in the loop with a daily check and. Highly recommend. Thank you!”
“Silvia is the real deal! She is very communicative, flexible, and patient. I felt very comfortable having her watch my dogs and handle their rowdiness. She kept in touch when they were being cute and sent pictures…and when they weren’t so good and let me know what was going on. If you are looking for a solid, reliable sitter, Silvia is your person.”
“Krista was amazing! She stayed in our home and gave our dog Bailey lots of love and attention. She also gave us thoughtful updates on how she was doing including some pictures. We came home to a happy pup and a spotless house. Highly recommend!”
“Kilene did an absolutely amazing job caring for our cat and 2 dogs. We got plenty of pictures and updates throughout the day and I felt very comfortable leaving them in her care. Couldn't ask for a better sitter :)”
“Jackie is really responsive to messages and our dogs really like her. She is flexible and accommodating to our dogs needs. We will definitely continue to book with her!”
“Kacey is the best! She took such good care of our dogs and sent us the cutest pictures to update us. When we got back I could tell our dogs were happy and tired from all the playing and attention. Kacey was also super clear in her communication and easy to contact; that made it much easier for us to go out of town. Wish I could give her 10 stars!”
“I really appreciated Juan's communication and pics while we were away from our beloved pets. I knew that they were both well-taken care of. Our kitten is quite the escape artist, but he took great care with ensuring she never had a chance to escape. He also left our home spotless, which was much appreciated after a trip away. I highly recommend Juan to anyone looking for someone to take care of their pets and home.”
“Hailey was able to take care of our dog last minute and we really appreciate the promptness she had to meet and greet our pup. She stayed with our dog at our house, sent a few pics and updates. Overall, our dog had a great time and we were able to enjoy our vacation not stressed about our dog or house. Would book again!”
“Ardelle was fantastic and took great care of our recovering pup and my home while we were away. Would absolutely trust her with Oakley's care again in the future! She was knowledgeable, communicative, & proactive which was very appreciated.”
“Miles was a great sitter for our two dogs! He was dependable and communicative, plus our house was super clean when we got back. Our dogs seemed happy and well cared for when we got home which is the most important!”
“Kennedy did a fantastic job watching Meco. She followed instructions well, was quick to ask questions l, and made sure he got plenty of attention while I was away. I returned home to a happy pup!”
About: I have been catsitting for around 2 years and have cats of my own since i was very little, my cats are my prize possession and i want to make sure your cat gets the love and care they need, trusted from someone with original experience My currently availability during the weekdays is from 2:30pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. I will be available for most Friday-Monday at any given time. Certain Sundays will be from 2:30. From my own experience with my cats i watch them outside for hours on end making sure they do not escape my backyard, I make i keep a close eye on them. I also ensure that my cats are in a safe space, talking to them through stressful situations and general check ups making sure they aren't lonely, sad, or bored! I will go above and beyond to ensure my clients critters are protected, and happy.
About: 2 Story Home, fully fenced & very safe back yard. I am married with a dog (Lab) of my own. I take pride in our home and would do the same with yours, I don't mind helping with chores if needed as well. Dogs are family to us; we wouldn't want it any other way. Your dog would be treated as one of our own. You can rest easy knowing your dog or cat is being very well taken care of. I am responsible, reliable and honest. I do not do Rover pet sitting for the money, I do it to help others and because I absolute love all animals and truly enjoy being around them and caring for them, all ages and breeds! I started Rover after we took a vacation and found out firsthand how hard it is to find truly reliable people to pet sit. It was an awful experience and I wanted to change that for others. We need more passionate & responsible people offering pet sitting and I figured I would be part of that change. I want to contribute to our community and also reduce the number of animals which end up in rescues or shelters. Sometimes this happens due to lack of available care. We have a fully fenced yard (actually double fenced), your dog can go out or come in as needed. If you prefer to have your dog crated, just let me know your preference and adjustments can be made. Whatever makes your baby feel at home.
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Brandi W.Star Sitter
“Brandi is great! She is friendly, competent, and caring. She took care of my three high needs pets for two days sending me updates through out her care. Her attention to detail allowed me to enjoy my time away and not worry about my babies.”
Katelynn S.
“Katelynn is a sweet and thoughtful sitter! She was very respectful of finding ways to help with our homecoming. She kept us informed and updated photos very well. Katelynn has a gift with animals and is missed at our home.”
Sarah K.
Star Sitter
“Excellent! Sarah was a fantastic house sitter for Axel, Reagan & Riley. My husband and I are always nervous when we leave the dogs behind and were a little more anxious with our female going into season the day before our flight! Sarah was responsive and kept us in the loop with a daily check and. Highly recommend. Thank you!”
Silvia C.Star Sitter
“Silvia is the real deal! She is very communicative, flexible, and patient. I felt very comfortable having her watch my dogs and handle their rowdiness. She kept in touch when they were being cute and sent pictures…and when they weren’t so good and let me know what was going on. If you are looking for a solid, reliable sitter, Silvia is your person.”
Krista O.
“Krista was amazing! She stayed in our home and gave our dog Bailey lots of love and attention. She also gave us thoughtful updates on how she was doing including some pictures. We came home to a happy pup and a spotless house. Highly recommend!”
Kilene K.
“Kilene did an absolutely amazing job caring for our cat and 2 dogs. We got plenty of pictures and updates throughout the day and I felt very comfortable leaving them in her care. Couldn't ask for a better sitter :)”
Jackie O.Star Sitter
“Jackie is really responsive to messages and our dogs really like her. She is flexible and accommodating to our dogs needs. We will definitely continue to book with her!”
Kacey C.Star Sitter
“Kacey is the best! She took such good care of our dogs and sent us the cutest pictures to update us. When we got back I could tell our dogs were happy and tired from all the playing and attention. Kacey was also super clear in her communication and easy to contact; that made it much easier for us to go out of town. Wish I could give her 10 stars!”
Juan V.Star Sitter
“I really appreciated Juan's communication and pics while we were away from our beloved pets. I knew that they were both well-taken care of. Our kitten is quite the escape artist, but he took great care with ensuring she never had a chance to escape. He also left our home spotless, which was much appreciated after a trip away. I highly recommend Juan to anyone looking for someone to take care of their pets and home.”
Taylor W.Star Sitter
“Taylor is amazing! My babies had so much fun & were so well cared for and she did a FANTASTIC job working on their "heel" and walking training!”
Kelly B.Star Sitter
“Kelly did a wonderful job caring for our two pups and she is a very respectful guest on in our home. We definitely hope to have her back again!”
Sara H.
“Sara took amazing care of my 2 dogs while I was away! She was quick to respond to messages and my dogs absolutely loved her! Definitely booking with her again!”
Hailey C.
“Hailey was able to take care of our dog last minute and we really appreciate the promptness she had to meet and greet our pup. She stayed with our dog at our house, sent a few pics and updates. Overall, our dog had a great time and we were able to enjoy our vacation not stressed about our dog or house. Would book again!”
Ardelle R.
“Ardelle was fantastic and took great care of our recovering pup and my home while we were away. Would absolutely trust her with Oakley's care again in the future! She was knowledgeable, communicative, & proactive which was very appreciated.”
Miles W.
“Miles was a great sitter for our two dogs! He was dependable and communicative, plus our house was super clean when we got back. Our dogs seemed happy and well cared for when we got home which is the most important!”
Sierra R.
“Sierra stayed at our home with Molly during our vacation. Wonderful, loving care for my pup. She kept me updated and sent pics during our vacation. 5 stars!!!!!”
kennedy h.
“Kennedy did a fantastic job watching Meco. She followed instructions well, was quick to ask questions l, and made sure he got plenty of attention while I was away. I returned home to a happy pup!”
Noah T.
“Before Rover, Noah regularly cat/dog sits for neighbors as they are out of town. Recently staying the entire weekend at a home so their dog wasn’t lonely. For years he has cared for his neighbors pets across the street. Noah has pets at home he solely takes care of. Noah is very kind, loving, responsible, trusting and thoughtful. His connection with animals is special. He’s a perfect choice to be your pet caregiver.”
Rachel C.
“Rachel was great with our two goldens over the weekend!”
Tammy C.
“Tammy is my spouse, we currently have two rescue labs, we had three but one passed away six months ago. It broke our hearts. she loves dogs. she has also found many dogs homes with freinds and relitives. she helps with rescue shelters and give donations when she can. she has always wanted to start a shelter for dogs to save them from kill pounds. she is such a dog lover.”
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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 Aug 2025 was about $60 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 Aug 2025, there are 1,597 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, 86% 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 4 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.
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