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“Abigail took care of our cats so wonderfully when we were out of town. She sent us pictures of them and kept us updated about things. She was super easy and efficient in terms of communication, and promptly answered any of our questions. The cats had a great time with her; our cats love people, so they cuddled with her and got a lot of pets from her. Highly recommend Abi, she will love your pets like her own. Thanks so much, Abi! ♥️”
“From the meet n greet to dog sitting for the week, Jordan was fantastic. She kept me up to date on the dogs daily activities, she sent many pics/videos and they looked super happy and content. She did everything as promised... It was a great experience. I felt very secure in her abilities to take care of my two 90lb dogs! I could tell my dogs loved her as well :) Thank you Jordan!~”
“Rhoda was wonderful with my boy Benny! He clearly was content and happy, she communicated with texts & photos regularly & took great care of all while house sitting. Will definitely request her again!”
“Haley took care of our pets and we appreciated all the photos while we were away. It allowed us to feel at ease knowing they were ok and she was able to spend some time with them, especially our pup who cannot be left out of the cage when alone.”
“Rebecca took care of our two pups while we were away in Mexico for our wedding. As a first time Rover user, I was a bit nervous leaving my dogs with a complete stranger. Rebecca dropped by a few days before to meet the two dogs. They are both chihuahuas so to say it went well would be a lie. Even though our dogs barked non stop, she remained calm the entire time. We left instructions for her and asked her to keep us posted everyday. Rebecca not only sent us sweet pictures of our dogs but also informed us of how they were doing. She stayed the entire time at our house and kept it clean and organized. She picked up our mail and even watered our plants. By the end of the week, Daisy and Pam Pam loved Rebecca and I’m sure they were sad to see her leave. Rebecca was sweet, caring and loving to our dogs. We will definitely use Rebecca again, she’s the BEST!”
“Katherine did it again! She was a house and puppy sitter for an entire week and was amazing. This is my second time using her service with zero complaints. She will always be my first option.”
“Outstanding. It is hard to find a person to trust with your home, but I give this individual five stars without reservation. Highly recommend.”
“Becky was a fantasy dog sitter during our 11 night trip out of the country. She sent us photos and updates every day and immediately brought up any concerns. She took our pup for walks even though we have a big back yard and gave him lots of pets and snuggles. She went above and beyond bringing in our mail and watering the plants too. We’ve already booked her for our next out of town vacation.”
“Tina is amazing! She has walked our dog a few times and just spent a week house sitting for us with the dog and multiple cats. She always sends us a daily update, and is very easy to communicate with. This is the first time we’ve left and the animals weren’t super stressed upon our return. I trust her with all my animals, and that’s hard to find! I would 100% recommend to anyone.”
About: Hi there! I'm DJ, your reliable and caring dog walker. With a lifelong bond with animals, I provide trustworthy companionship and exercise for your furry friend. Count on me for safe strolls and happy tails! As a Tampa Bay realtor, my flexible schedule ensures your pet gets the attention it deserves. Trust me for reliable, professional dog walking services that fit your lifestyle seamlessly. While I may not have a pet of my own, I've happily taken up the daily dog walking duties for my roommate's furry companion. I'm accustomed to ensuring his exercise and happiness while my roommate focuses on his job. I am mostly concentrated on walking your pets and keeping them active and happy. Need pet sitting too? Let's chat – I'm open to flexible arrangements that suit your needs.
“Excellent pet sitting! Was very communicative the entire time and sweet. Would highly recommend if you have big dogs as was very knowledgeable. Would do again in a heartbeat.”
About: I've grown up with dogs my whole life. I'm the go-to for friends and family when looking for pet-care and I'm no stranger to cleaning up pet messes. I work freelance in Tampa, and live in Melbourne when I'm not working. When in Melbourne I can walk, house-sit, and play with your pet, however when I'm in Tampa, my time during the day is sparse. I can walk, house-sit, play with, and feed your pet. I love taking dogs to the dog park or the beach by my house. I'm more than happy to perform any chores you need for your pet.
About: Loving, Reliable Pet Care You Can Count On With over 5 years of experience walking and caring for dogs—and a decade of fostering cats—I’m passionate about keeping your pets happy, safe, and loved while you’re away. Whether it’s daily walks, drop-in visits, or overnight stays, your pet’s comfort, safety, and happiness are my top priorities. While I’m new to Rover, I’m not new to pet care—I’ve got glowing references ready to share. If you’re looking for someone dependable, compassionate, and full of energy, I’d love to connect. I treat every pet like my own! I work my own hours with refurbishing furniture and pet sitting so my availability is open! I have plenty of references available for you as well. I am very respectful of your home and your privacy. I will only ever be in areas designated for me! I promise to respect your dog and their needs/temperaments. I also have a viszla/lab mix and dachshund for a playmate if wanted!
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Zach M.
“Zach was incredibly professional and a great communicator. He listened intently to my pets routines and made sure they each had their needs met.”
Abigail F.
“Abigail took care of our cats so wonderfully when we were out of town. She sent us pictures of them and kept us updated about things. She was super easy and efficient in terms of communication, and promptly answered any of our questions. The cats had a great time with her; our cats love people, so they cuddled with her and got a lot of pets from her. Highly recommend Abi, she will love your pets like her own. Thanks so much, Abi! ♥️”
Jordan P.Star Sitter
“From the meet n greet to dog sitting for the week, Jordan was fantastic. She kept me up to date on the dogs daily activities, she sent many pics/videos and they looked super happy and content. She did everything as promised... It was a great experience. I felt very secure in her abilities to take care of my two 90lb dogs! I could tell my dogs loved her as well :) Thank you Jordan!~”
Shana V.
“Amazing! Took such great care of Nina and house was well kept 🙏10/10”
Jaden D.
“Perfect! Sent pictures while I was gone and was very responsive. My pup is great and the house looks exactly the way I left it. Will book again!”
Rhoda S.Star Sitter
“Rhoda was wonderful with my boy Benny! He clearly was content and happy, she communicated with texts & photos regularly & took great care of all while house sitting. Will definitely request her again!”
Haley W.
“Haley took care of our pets and we appreciated all the photos while we were away. It allowed us to feel at ease knowing they were ok and she was able to spend some time with them, especially our pup who cannot be left out of the cage when alone.”
Rebecca A.
“Rebecca took care of our two pups while we were away in Mexico for our wedding. As a first time Rover user, I was a bit nervous leaving my dogs with a complete stranger. Rebecca dropped by a few days before to meet the two dogs. They are both chihuahuas so to say it went well would be a lie. Even though our dogs barked non stop, she remained calm the entire time. We left instructions for her and asked her to keep us posted everyday. Rebecca not only sent us sweet pictures of our dogs but also informed us of how they were doing. She stayed the entire time at our house and kept it clean and organized. She picked up our mail and even watered our plants. By the end of the week, Daisy and Pam Pam loved Rebecca and I’m sure they were sad to see her leave. Rebecca was sweet, caring and loving to our dogs. We will definitely use Rebecca again, she’s the BEST!”
Ryan C.
“Took great care of my dog, was kind, and responsive!”
Katherine C.
“Katherine did it again! She was a house and puppy sitter for an entire week and was amazing. This is my second time using her service with zero complaints. She will always be my first option.”
Magdiel C.
“Magdiel, was great! She sent frequent updates and took olive to do a ton of fun things. I felt totally comfortable with her and will definitely use her again. Thank you.”
Amanda & Matthew K.Star Sitter
“Outstanding. It is hard to find a person to trust with your home, but I give this individual five stars without reservation. Highly recommend.”
Ronnie I.
“Ronnie always goes over and above! My babies just adore him and he always responds so quickly! I will continue to use Ronnie and highly recommend him!”
Kathryn M.
“Kathryn was easy to work with and took good care of Rocky while we were out of town!”
Becky S.
“Becky was a fantasy dog sitter during our 11 night trip out of the country. She sent us photos and updates every day and immediately brought up any concerns. She took our pup for walks even though we have a big back yard and gave him lots of pets and snuggles. She went above and beyond bringing in our mail and watering the plants too. We’ve already booked her for our next out of town vacation.”
Tina W.Star Sitter
“Tina is amazing! She has walked our dog a few times and just spent a week house sitting for us with the dog and multiple cats. She always sends us a daily update, and is very easy to communicate with. This is the first time we’ve left and the animals weren’t super stressed upon our return. I trust her with all my animals, and that’s hard to find! I would 100% recommend to anyone.”
Dj R.
“DJ is friendly, honest, and reliable. He pays attention to detail and quickly understood Hendrix’s daily routine. DJ has been great with communication so I never worry when Hendrix is in his care. I would highly recommend!”
Amanda B.
“Excellent pet sitting! Was very communicative the entire time and sweet. Would highly recommend if you have big dogs as was very knowledgeable. Would do again in a heartbeat.”
Jacob B.
“Jake has taken care of my exotic shorthair cat numerous times over the past few years and has been great with him, changing litter box, giving medications, treats, playing, brushing etc. He is an animal-lover through and through, and even my cat who can be anxious around people loves him.”
Mary K.
“Mary has become our GO TO person to call when it comes to our dogs. My husband and I are both nurses who currently work long shifts 3x a week. Mary comes to our house to feed our dogs and take them out for their walks. She takes them to their dog park to see their friends too! She is reliable and trust worthy - we always know our babies are in the best care with her.”
East Tampa pet parents share their Rover experiences
Maya did an outstanding job for us. She accepted a last minute request, which included a 6-day stay at our home while we were out of town on vacation. She connected very well with our 72 pound medium Bernedoodle, giving him lots of attention and care. Everything went smoothly and she remained focused and supportive to the end, even when our return flight was delayed by 3 hours. Thanks again Maya.
Ayla was amazing!! She watched my dog (Morty) for 4 nights and did a great job. She sent updates throughout the days and went out of the way to get my dog some chicken when he was feeling great. She left my house very tidy and Morty very happy. I highly recommend her!
Sydney was absolutely amazing! From the very beginning, she was professional, warm, and incredibly attentive to my pets’ needs. I felt 100% confident leaving my animals in her care — and they absolutely loved her! She kept me updated with daily photos and messages, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. She didn’t just stop at feeding and walking — Sydney went the extra mile with cuddles, playtime, and making sure each of my pets felt loved and comfortable. It was clear she truly cared about them as if they were her own. Not only did she take phenomenal care of my animals, but she also looked after my home with the utmost respect. I came back to a clean, well-kept space and happy pets
Paige & Nathan were absolutely wonderful house sitters for our two golden retrievers, Parker and Jackson! They were communicative, respectful of our home, and most importantly, gave our pups so much love and attention. We came home to two very happy dogs and a spotless house. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for kind, reliable sitters!
I had a wonderful experience with Ketah! She was incredibly kind, respectful, and clearly has a genuine love for animals. From the start, I felt at ease knowing my dog was in such caring hands. Mila was happy, well cared for, and got plenty of love and attention while I was away. I really appreciated the updates and photos—it meant a lot to see how comfortable and content my pup was. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with Ketah again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate sitter.
We had a great experience with Amanda staying at our house to care for our dog while traveling! She was attentive to Lizzys needs, communicative, and respectful of our home. You can tell she loves caring for animals! We will definitely reach out for future needs!
Ariana did a great job of watching my dogs and taking care of my home! All of the things I asked of her, brining in packages and mail, filing up pool, etc on top of taking care of the dogs- she did it all. She also sent pictures and was very responsive to texts. Will definitely rebook!
How Rover works
1. Search
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2. 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 away
3. Book & Pay
All payments are processed through Rover’s secured platform and your booking is backed by 24/7 support. It’s that easy!
Why Choose Rover?
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Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.
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.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
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 East Tampa.
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. East Tampa 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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