House Sitting in El Cortez, Tucson, AZ
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“I was worried about leaving my 7 year old Great Dane for a week (for the first time ever), but I needn’t have. Melanie kept me up to speed from day one; being honest with me that, on day one, he was sad and worried (I appreciated that!). It didn’t take long before they were cuddled up, cheek to muzzle, and he was fine. In fact, she set the bar so high that I had to set jet lag aside to walk my guy when he otherwise would have taken the “mommy’s tired” excuse! Melanie took advantage of the “little things” that are so big in our dogs’ lives…their likes and dislikes and silly routines and habits, and indulged him in what made him comfortable, happy and secure; whether it was finding donkey documentaries to watch (why does he love donkeys so much?), using his familiar jargon, or being his couchy cuddle partner. Additionally, the Rover organization itself impressed me with its professionalism. They look out for their employees as well as their clients with their safety, privacy and confidentiality in mind. Highly recommended!”

“We had a great experience with Annalyn dog sitting our 2 dogs at our house for a few days. She was very proactive in her communication and sent pictures on a regular basis. She was very respectful of our home and spent a lot of her time here with our dogs making sure they were comfortable and well cared for. We would definitely use her again and refer her to others.”

“Dina took great care of our Australian shepherd with medical needs! She sent pictures and a video daily and communicated well. We got delayed on returning and she was able to stay one more night. Thank you, Dina!!!”

“Maggie did in home Cat/Dog sitting for 3 nights! Sent me pictures of my babies & stayed in communication with me! Home looked exactly as I had left it & I would recommend Maggie for house/animal sitting!!”

“Madison was truly a breath of fresh air. She's dependable, she was great with my dog, and she kept me updated as the days went by. I would 100% ask Madison to come back when the need arises. Wish I could give her 10 stars!”

“Jewel did a great job with our dogs as always! She is very conscientious about our house and goes above and beyond taking care of everything. She checks in regularly and gives updates on our dogs. We love having her take care of them and know they are getting great care while we are away!”

“It was clear our babies really liked Presley, whenever we did video chat or through pictures we could definitely tell and this made being away much easier, we will be repeat clients, thank you Presley.”

“I am so grateful for the amazing care Michelle took of my babies. I was able to not worry while I was gone and trust they were in great care. She sent lots of photos and went above and beyond taking my kitties outside on their leashes. She also helped me find a better medication for my arthritic kitty. Thank you so much Michelle! I will definitely come back again!”

“Amber is absolutely amazing! Shes very knowledgeable when it comes to dogs and helped train our 1 yr old , without us asking her to! We have a very high energy puppy which she was amazing with and our super skittish older girl which she had so much patience with. Amber was very communicative throughout our 10 day vacation. The house was well taken care of and she respected our space. Would highly recommend her and 100% have her take care of our babies again!”

About: I have taken care of every type of animal since I can remember. At home I have horses, cats, dogs, rats, and chickens. My passion is animals and I am the happiest version of myself around them. I have experience with all types of dogs, and also senior animals that need special care and medication. I am a regular volunteer at the animal shelter and believe every animal deserves love and affection. I have also cared for 100s of animals for friends, neighbors, stranger, etc. I am the best choice for your fur babies because I will love them like my own! I am currently a senior in college which means I have a lot of free time. I only have two in-person classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays for no more than 2 hours. This means I am super flexible and available for care! I have a dog and 2 rats here that are very friendly and I also live with 4 other girls that love animals! I have a fenced in yard at my home and an amazing service dog that LOVES other dogs, no matter the size. In my home, pets are family and treated with the most love and respect. I will always put an animals needs first to ensure they are happy and comfortable because I would expect the same for my own baby.

“Kaitlynn is responsible, kind, professional, and accommodating in her work. She even cheerfully rolled with last minute changes in our itinerary. Our dog is very afraid of strangers, and Kaitlynn has helped so much with her training and behavior. It is always a huge comfort to know that Kaitlynn is caring for our pet and our home when we're away. Our dog LOVES her, and so do we!!”

“Having two very energetic and playful Jack Russells can be a challenge when you work full time. Gretchen spending time with them for a potty/play break mid-day is making an obvious impact on their need for exercise and freedom! Working with Gretchen has made a huge difference with my two boys.”

“Tiffany was constantly in contact and kept great care of our fur babes. She clearly has love for animals and showed that throughout the entire stay. We HIGHLY recommend her!”

“Oliver was awesome! We really appreciate him watching our 3 boys. Our boys can be and handful and Oliver made sure that all their needs were met. Can’t wait to book with him again in the future!”

“Jenna and Aaron did a great job watching our two dogs. I received pictures and updates when requested and came back to a tidy house and well cared for dogs. We will likely use them again in the future.”
About: I've worked in a veterinary clinic and animal hospital and have volunteer experience with PACC and the Humane Society. I feel comfortable around animals and certain I can provide great care! Though I did not grow up with childhood dogs I came to love them through my work. My time at a veterinary clinic and at PACC gave me the chance to connect with dogs and understand how smart, silly, and loyal they can be. I have no dogs of my own but am fond of everyone's! I grew up surrounded by cats and they have a special place in my heart. I have personal experience with elderly cats and giving oral medication. I am currently working part time at a book store. I accept some same-day requests and have a fairly flexible schedule. When I'm not working I live an active and social lifestyle, which pet care fits into well! I appreciate having a doggy friend on a walk and spending time around animals makes any day better. Although I cannot have animals in my own home I can take great care of them and other people's houses. I am safety and security focused and will always lock the door, double check surroundings, and leave everything tidy.
El Cortez pet parents share their Rover experiences
Our regular puppy sitter canceled the night before an event that we had. Not only was Rachael available, but the girls loved her and so did we. We currently have a foster whose was abused and doesn't warm up to people right away. Rachael had the perfect energy, she let Puppers approach her. It was so awesome to watch and Puppers walked right up to her, faster than she has with anyone else. It was so great to be able to go to our event knowing that both of the girls would be happy. Our evening ran a little longer than we planned and Rachael was happy to stay. Even though we were only gone for a few hours Rachael sent us pictures of the girls. We will happily book her again.

Andres was amazing with Grover, my 15 year old Shih Tzu while I was away. He sent me pictures and videos daily and checked in often. I was very nervous about leaving Grover because he is on specific medications, but Andres was great at following the schedule. I would definitely have Andres look after Grover again, anytime, if needed. Thank you Andres, you are the BEST!

Look no further for an attentive, communicative, reliable, thoughtful, and loving pet caretaker! Hanna is a gentle, calm woman who really listens and understands what you ask for with instructions. I had so much peace of mind with her staying in my house watching over my two cats, who are low maintenance except for love and attention! I received daily photos/videos and a brief summary of tasks she accomplished at the end of each day. I returned home from my travels with a clean house and happy boys. I can’t wait to continue hiring her for upcoming trips!

Gianna was so great with our pup! He can be anxious with new people, but she handled him perfectly and he warmed up right away. She kept us updated, and it was clear he was happy and comfortable. We felt completely at ease knowing he was in her care and would definitely book with her again!

Ceci was absolutely incredible with our fur babies! 🐶🐱 She kept in touch with me often, sent lots of pics and videos (which gave me so much peace of mind), and even brought in packages for us. Her personality is just incredible — so friendly, so positive — and the dogs and cats loved her immediately (even my shy guy Fig!). I 100% recommend Ceci and will absolutely be having her watch them again for our upcoming trips. She made everything easy and stress-free, which is exactly what you want when you’re leaving your pets in someone else’s care.

We recently moved to Tucson, and needed someone to watch our Great Dane, Edison, for a week while we were away. When I reached out to Sabrina, she was incredibly responsive and even took the time to come over to meet Ed and myself. We were so impressed with Sabrina's communication throughout the week, and knew Edison was in great hands. When we returned home, the house was very clean and Ed was very happy. We could not recommend Sabrina enough, and would 100% have her watch Ed again in the future.

We can't say enough good things about how Jackie cared for our 18 year old pup. Not only did Jackie made us feel confident every step of the process with great communication and attention to detail, but our little pooch made a new best friend. Thank you, Jackie!

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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 El Cortez.
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. El Cortez 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.
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