House Sitting in Effort
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1. Gabrielle T.

“Gabrielle did a great job with Maggie! Gabrielle is very responsive and easy to work with. Maggie got lots of exercise and I got lots of pictures. I would definitely use Gabrielle again!”


2. Cristel J.

“Cristel was so great- she provided so many updates throughout her stay that I never had to wonder how the dogs and cats were doing. Great communication and she left the house in better shape than she found it! Highly recommend.”


3. Kailey M.

“Kailey watched our 2 dogs (while house sitting for us) while we were away for a week getting married. She did a great job taking care of them, sent us updates regularly so we wouldn't stress about them, and was very attentive to their needs.”


4. Samiah M.

“Samiah was great with my babies, she sends updates and pictures and videos my babies looked happy and loved being with her, I highly recommend Samiah to take care of your fur babies!”


5. Maurie Z.

“Maurie has been a dream petsitter...she has a sixth in dealing with animals. Ever since we first contracted with Maurie to stay in our home and care for our four pets (two cats and two dogs), we've noticed distinct positive outcomes. Our pets are visibly calmer, happier, more rested, and less agitated and anxious. They all appear healthier and more trim. Maurie promotes long walks and consistent interaction with them, and she doesn't overdue giving them treats. Maurie is the greatest person...we recommend her wholeheartedly as a petsitter! Shawn and Jen McGlynn”


6. Dawn P.

“Moccha just loves Dawn and I think the feeling is mutual. It is so nice to be able to go away and feel good about leaving Moc and not having to bother family. They also feel good having met Dawn and let me know that Moc does not miss me. LOL How fortunate to have Dawn willing to do overnights for this neurotic pet owner. Big thanks!”


7. Thalia A.

“I felt extremely safe leaving my anxious pup with Thalia! I was updated during the day and was very reassured when I expressed concern about Morti’s behaviors. Definitely going to book with Thalia again!”


8. Andrew S.


“Andrew was a lifesaver. I’m an anxious dog mom who was leaving for an international trip over Christmas and Andrew put my mind at ease. My dog has some stranger danger and it took some time to get her comfortable b it andrew was incredibly patient, kind, and full of knowledge re: dog behavior so the adjustment was quick and he got her comfortable in no time! I got plenty of pictures and updates and I know my pup had a great time. My home was left cleaner than it was when I left. THANK YOU, Andrew!!”


9. Arianna C.

“5 STARS!!!!! We absolutely love booking with Arianna, and our two dogs love her even more. We have so much peace of mind leaving them at home with her; we know they are in safe and incredibly capable hands. We were out of town for under two weeks, and knowing we had someone at home taking care of and loving our babies just like we would made our trip even better! We highly recommend booking Arianna to watch your fur babies, and we can't wait to book her again in the future!”


10. Marisa K.


“Like every other time I've used her my dogs are happy and well taken care of. Will use her again and continue to recommend her to anyone I can”


11. Tanya Lynn G.

“Tanya was great with our 2 dogs and cat. She kept me updated daily and is very friendly and informative. We felt comfortable leaving our animals with her and we’ll definitely be using her again! ?”


12. Matthew R.
“I have known Matthew for years and have seen his interaction with dozens of dogs. From Chihuahuas to Great Danes, he can communicate and connect with them all. His level of knowledge, patience and confidence with all of them is fantastic. Know that if you entrust your fur baby to Matt, they will be well taken care of.”


13. Anessa H.
“Anessa has been our dog sitter for a year. She is reliable, trustworthy and amazing with our pets. Not only does she take the dogs out for walks, she also sits and plays with them so that they feel loved and attended to. She helps with feeding schedules as well as our cats. She has stayed at our home during long vacations so the animals have normalcy and human contact throughout the day and night. I highly recommend her for all of your pet sitting needs.”


14. Elliot K.
“Superb!”


15. Margaret C.
About: I have raised and trained my dogs from a pup . I love being able to show the same love and care to other pets. I frequently watch my friends dogs for them as well as do house visits for cats. I can board cats as well now! I trained my dogs from a puppy so I am willing and able to help reinforce any habits you are teaching them. My best available times can range any time in the afternoon during the weekdays and well as weekends. After 2pm. I can accommodate most any schedule. I have a yard that has an invisible fence as well as a runner . Your furry little guy will Be well taken care of with the amount of property we have.


16. Astrid S.

“We feel so lucky that we got to have Astrid care for our doggy. We were from out of town and in PA to attend a wedding. Our dog is not used to being away from us and Astrid was wonderful with him! She is knowledgeable, responsible, caring, and attentive. We are grateful to Astrid for saving the day for us and our dog! :)”


17. Traci C.
About: I have been a certified veterinary technician and supervisor in veterinary medicine. I have pet sit in the past for many clients. I specialize in diabetic dogs and dogs that are in renal failure that need subcutaneous fluids administered I have decided to start pet sitting full time. Special needs pets or pets that need medication prescribed from their vet are my speciality. I am home all day and night to take care of your pet like he or she was mine. I have a fenced in yard. I have a separate living room that the pets can sit on the couch if wanted or lay on the rug. I am home all day to take care of your fur babies like my own. They can run outside in the fenced in area weather permitting, cool off with the hose if they like it. Play with other dogs. if you would like your pup to play with other dogs I spend time playing with them if they like to play. Or just petting them and spending time with them. It all depends on the individual pup. Please have your pets vaccines up to date I require that including bordetella and a vet prescribed flea and tick preventative I work part time over night at an er animal hospital, I have plenty of time giving time and live to your fur babies.thank you I cannot pet sit in my home anymore I have moved. I can forever pet sit in your home or go over several times a day and spend time with them


18. Jasmine C.
“Jasmine is amazing with dogs. I have 2 bully breed dogs that absolutely love Jasmine. She is best with smaller dogs, but ultimately she is good with any dogs.”


19. Jeimmy V.

“Jeimmy was awesome! She stayed in constant communication about the dogs and there overnight. Also sent pictures and was very active with dogs. I highly recommend her and would use jeimmy again for any future services!”


20. Samuel & Anthony R.

“Samuel and Anthony are the best and I will ask them to watch my dogs anytime I travel! My husband and I move every three years so we always get nervous when we need to find a new dog sitter in the area we are living. Samuel and Anthony were quick to respond and quick to schedule the meet and greet. While we were traveling we received tons of pictures and updates regarding our dogs. Samuel and Anthony were so kind to give care to our cats even though they were not there to care for them. Major and Dilly were so well cared for! I would 11/10 recommend using them if you want peace of mind when you are away from your pets!”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Effort on Rover as of Apr 2025 was about $50 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 Apr 2025, there are 476 house sitters in Effort. 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, 87% of Effort house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Effort have an average of 14 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 Effort.
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. Effort 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.
