House Sitting El Cerrito
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“Rachael did a wonderful job house sitting our senior terrier mix, Jock. He can be shy with strangers but took to Rachael right away. Her communication was great - a daily update with lots of pictures (it was very clear how relaxed he was). I highly recommended her and will likely use her services again in future.”
“Maria was an amazing sitter!! Great communication before her stay and asked excellent questions to make sure she fully understand all of our pups care tasks. We have a senior dog with limited mobility and Maria was a total pro with looking after him and our house. We will absolutely use her again and highly recommend her for anyone else!”
“If there were 6 stars, I'd give them to Hollie. She is the epitome of conscientious, responsible, and caring. Our flight home was delayed and she even changed her plans so she could stay longer. Our shih tzu loves being with her - from a drop-in walk to a 3-night stay - and we're eager to have Hollie back as soon as our next need arises. I cannot recommend this sitter more highly.”
“Phuong was amazing. She took great care of my cat while sending me cute updates throughout my time away. I truly felt at ease leaving my furry friend with her. Will definitely be re-booking.”
“We feel so fortunate to have found Linda to help with taking care of our 16 week old golden retriever puppy. I’m extremely protective of our puppy, but felt instantly comfortable with Linda. Linda is warm, playful, reliable, punctual and has a heart of gold. Her experience with dogs and other animals shines right through. She was able to train our puppy on all the important skills, take her on yard walks, put down for naps and love on her for hours, while we were away. I can’t wait to have Linda come back. What a find! Can’t recommend her enough!”
“Laurena was wonderful!! She got along great with my old, sometimes grumpy large dog. She provided plenty of photos and updates. I have had a number of dog sitters - Laurena gets my highest recommendation and I look forward to booking with her again.”
“Wow! What an incredible sitter Hong was. This is the first time I have ever been away from my fur babies and not worried once. She was so communicative the entire time and I came back to happy dogs and a pristine house. If I could give her 10 stars I would! Thank you again Hong. ❤️”
About: We have been caring our rescued chihuahua mix since 2018. We have also help our friends and families babysit their dogs when they go on vacation. My partner and I currently working remotely at home; thus, our schedule is flexible. Once we are done with our work, we have plenty of time to serve your pet. I will treat your pet like my own pet. I will make sure your pet has access to water easily and have meals at their regular time.
“Josephine is one of the most reliable sitters we’ve hired in our years on Rover - she’s always responsive & does a very good job with our paraplegic chocolate lab. She takes great photos & I can tell our pup really enjoyed her care & her company whenever they’re together!”
“Professional and kind from start to finish! Sofia took the time to meet Olive ahead of watching her and kept me updated with messages and pictures the day of. She left my apt exactly how I left it and I could tell Olive had a great time. Would definitely book her again!”
“Derek did a wonderful job for us. He was super gentle and sweet with our two older dogs and was able to accommodate our dog Beans who has arthritis and needs a lot of support (twice daily medication, and using a wagon when she gets tired of walking). He also took great care of our 3 chickens and kept our house very clean. We got plenty of updates and felt like our animals and home were in great hands during our whole week-long trip! We highly recommend Derek for anyone looking for great pet care.”
“Matt and Cheri were amazing! They did a great job taking care of my pup, made sure to send me pictures everyday while I was away, and took great care of my house. I would recommend these two to anyone!”
“Liliana and her partner were amazing house/pup sitters, and lifesavers for a very short-notice booking over the holidays, when one of my two puppies came down with pneumonia and couldn’t be boarded. I contacted Liliana on a Wednesday and they came for a meet and greet on Saturday and were booked to care for my two energetic 8 month shepherds starting Sunday for my trip! I was so grateful for their kind care of my pups and my house. Liliana gave my girl pup medicine twice a day and sent me photos and videos of the pups during the week, which I was grateful for, especially with a sick puppy. I returned to happy pups and a clean house! I would absolutely book with Liliana again.”
“We had a wonderful experience with Jessica (and Wyatt!) taking care of our two doggos from 9/2–9/5. Our bigger dog can be a bit reactive at first, and they were so understanding—they even agreed to meet her twice beforehand to make sure she felt comfortable. Jessica was very flexible, communicative through Rover, and made the whole process easy for us. We had just moved and then had to fly out to see our niece being born, so our pups were a little anxious, but Jessica gave them so much love and attention. She also sent us over 30 photos throughout the stay, which was such a comfort to see while we were away. Recommend Jessica for anyone looking for a thoughtful, reliable sitter!”
“Dogs were completely chill when we came back, which is a sign that they were happy and taken care of. Katherine was easy to work with and a great communicator. I'd happily use her again.”
About: I’ve cared for dogs and cats with all kinds of personalities, ages, and needs. I’m comfortable with feeding schedules, walks, playtime, cleaning, and making pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their owners are away I’m currently a UC Berkeley student with a flexible schedule, so I have plenty of time to dedicate to pet care throughout the day and evenings. I’m able to accommodate walks, feeding schedules, playtime, overnight stays, drop-in visits, and last-minute requests when needed. I genuinely enjoy spending time with animals, so pet care fits very naturally into my routine and lifestyle I carefully follow all feeding schedules, routines, instructions, walking preferences, and any special care requests to help pets stay relaxed and comfortable while their owners are away. I’m very attentive, clean, and detail-oriented, and I make sure pets always have a safe environment, lots of attention, exercise, affection, and supervision. I also provide regular updates and photos so owners feel reassured and connected while away from their pets.
“Mehak did a great job with Tao and Widget. She communicates well and is proactive. When I returned from my trip the house was spotless and my pets appeared to be content and well-cared for. I would definitely hire her again.”
The median cost per night for house sitting in El Cerrito is $75
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - El Cerrito
Maria was an amazing sitter!! Great communication before her stay and asked excellent questions to make sure she fully understand all of our pups care tasks. We have a senior dog with limited mobility and Maria was a total pro with looking after him and our house. We will absolutely use her again and highly recommend her for anyone else!
We're so appreciative of Laurena! She stayed with our nervous, particular chihuahua mix, Kyber, for a week. She was so great about sending updates and photos, super communicative, which really gave us the peace of mind to enjoy our vacation. Kyber was in excellent hands with her.
Kyla did a fantastic job taking care of my dog Jade, who can be quite a handful and has some unique training requirements. She exudes a warmth and kindness that Jade bonded with immediately, and she rose to the training challenges with total competence and professionalism. I would absolutely hire her again.
Tania is the best! She takes amazing care of our senior dog Ernie and also our house! She is so kind and warm and loving toward Ernie and also super responsive and professional! We always know that Ernie is an excellent hands when she is watching him for us! We just love her! ❤️🐾❤️🐾
Rong has house/pet sat for us twice now. We have two labradoodles and a small flock of chickens. Rong is great about communication and following instructions. She took good care of all our pets and made sure all their needs were met. She also communicated daily with me and provided photos to show how our pups and chickens were doing while we were away. We were very happy with her services and plan to ask her to house/pet sit again in the future!
Danielle is fantastic. She took time to get to know our dog before we left the country for a week and asked a lot of questions. She gave our very active 3-year-old pit bull plenty of attention, exercise and love. She also kept us up to date on how things were going and sent photos. We returned home to find a happy and relaxed dog. Danielle is also extremely personable and cool. I plan to hire her again when we need someone to take care of our dog. Hire with total confidence.
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The average cost for House Sitting in El Cerrito on Rover is $69.93 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 8,347 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across El Cerrito. 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 El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito 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 Rover Guarantee , 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .
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 short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in El Cerrito. On Rover:
- 92% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 95% 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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