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“Christina was amazing! She took lots of pictures for us and took great care of our dogs! I highly recommend her and we will definitely be having her watch our dogs in the future!”
“Christine was just wonderful with my Yorkie. Even though he’s stubborn and old, she gave him love and took such good care of him. She’s a wonderful woman I would recommend her to anyone.”
“Emily is the best. From the meet & greet prior to booking she seemed trustworthy to care for our Lana girl in our home. She was kind and personable. She was communicative and provided appropriate and meaningful updates on our girl while we were away. I would absolutely request her again to pet sit. I’m so grateful for animal loving people like her.”
“Stefania, was great. She provided us with many pictures and daily communications. Our furbabies were well cared for, she took the dogs outside several times a day, which is something they definitely love. Our house was well cared for.”
“Liz is incredibly kind, thoughtful, and responsible and took great care of our boy while we were gone for the weekend. She kept in contact at all times and was very easy to work and communicate with. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great dog sitter.”
“Michael and Shanna took care of Renny while I was gone all week. I really appreciated the updates and peace of mind while I was traveling. They remembered to leave lights on for him before I got home too.”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 11, my parents being so impressed by how attentive and loving I was with my first dog they allowed me a second and it kept increasing from there. I now have two dogs a German shepherd and a Aussiedoodle, they love company and have never shown any signs of aggression at home or at dog parks. I’ve trained my dogs everything they know and I take pride in them being good girls. I recently stopped working to focus on training my 1 year old Aussiedoodle, therefore leaving me with more than enough time to spend with your furry member(s) of the family. I have 2 acres of unfenced land behind the house for the dogs to run around in, I will not allow your dog to roam around without leash to protect against your dog running off etc
About: I’ve been a devoted dog owner and animal lover my entire life, and I bring that same level of care, patience, and affection to every pet I look after. I’ve also raised a happy, healthy, deeply loved human to adulthood—so nurturing, attentiveness, and responsibility are second nature to me. I have hands-on experience with dog walking, pet sitting, house sitting, and caring for dogs of all personalities and needs. Whether it’s a walk, a daytime or overnight stay in my home or simply extra love and attention while you’re away, I provide a calm, safe, and genuinely caring environment. Your dog won’t just be watched—they’ll be cared for, understood, cherished & loved. I work from home with a flexible schedule—so your pup will receive constant, attentive care throughout the day. I can board up to two dogs at a time from the same family. I take them out every 1.5 to 2 hours—or more if needed—for walks, fresh air, playtime in one of the three beautiful surrounding parks, off leash time in the small—but secure—fenced outdoor area, or a stroll along my secluded, residential section of the Manatee Riverwalk. Your pup can stay right by my side throughout my workday if they prefer, or enjoy free movement around the apartment and time on the expansive waterfront balcony overlooking the beautiful Manatee River. Your pup will never be left home alone. We have extensive places to walk and play right in my large, beautiful apartment grounds & surrounding parks and walkways. So I typically don’t need to leave in my vehicle while caring for your dog. On the rare occasion that I might need to—with your permission—your pup will come with me and will always remain by my side. Never left alone in a car, and never left alone at home. Looking forward to meeting you & your baby! ♥️🐶🐾♥️ Surrounded by three expansive parks & the newest, residential-only, section of the Manatee Riverwalk, my large, beautiful apartment is calm and serene—truly a spa-like environment. Soft lighting and glowing salt lamps in every room create a warm, peaceful atmosphere, while gentle, spa-style music plays in the background throughout most of the day. It’s a very natural, organic space—unusually calm, grounding, and intentionally designed to feel relaxing and safe. I live alone—with no pets of my own—and I will be the only human in the home while your dog is staying with me. Your specific directions will be followed to the tee at all times: preferences, exercise, play time, bed time, food, treats, medicine & love. Your dog will have a serene, low-stress environment with my full attention, making it an ideal space for comfort, relaxation, personalized care and all the love and cuddles they want. Looking forward to caring for your angel! ♥️🐶🐾♥️
About: I love dogs and am able to work with all breeds. I discovered a knack for connecting with dogs while dog-sitting for a family member a couple of years ago. Since being laid off, I've decided that I'll indulge in my passion and help pet owners keep their furry loved ones happy and healthy. Pet sitting is a part-time gig at about 30 hours/week for me. I am currently available anytime to drop in and check on your pet, as long as there is at least a 2 hour notice! If you need to drop your pet off, please provide a 24 hour notice. Pet sitting is something that must be prepared for, so please communicate with me your pet needs and I'll make sure to get them. I ensure you pet is comfortable and secure in your home location, and that they aren't lacking anything. Also will ensure pets have ample play, walks and interaction as that will keep them happy and healthy. All safety precautions are taken (i.e. leashes, ensuring enclosures are tight, etc). I am committed to ensuring your remains happy and healthy while you have to be away.
“The best decision we could have made! I had never left my baby with anyone before, and I did it with Mauricio. He's incredibly good, and communication is excellent. I recommend him 200%. THANK YOU!! I'm sure we'll be back.”
“Seth was very attentive and communicated daily about the dogs with photos. He even applied ear antibiotics and cleaned Izzy's ears daily, as she got an ear infection just prior to him dog/house sitting.”
“Great experience with Lexi! She watched our dog at our home & did amazing with Daisy! She was so friendly, sent photos of Daisy, and kept us up to date on how she was doing. Great communication & Daisy loved her! Would highly recommend.”
About: I have experience with large and small dogs, cats, and exotics like reptiles (I own a bearded dragon). My home has pets if yours would like to play with mine, but mine are also crate trained if yours need their own space! I work from home mostly, so your pets will be supervised while I am with them. I am available and able to do walks, potty breaks and plenty of snuggle and playtime. I have a fenced yard and three friendly dogs to play with yours if they would like. Otherwise mine can be crated and come out on a rotation so yours can have personalized attention.
About: I’ve lived with animals all my life, my family has had dogs, cats and birds. I’ve lived in a farm for a few years, and learning about animals and their behavior has always been a hobby of mine. I’m currently attending USF full time for my bachelors degree in Psychology. I’m a homebody, and am free for drop ins and walks in the mornings from 8:00am to 12:00pm and after 3:00pm to 7:00pm all days of the week. I let my cat out my front porch almost daily, since she seems to enjoy just listening to nature and having a good time hunting bugs and other small critters. I stay in the living room until she’s ready to come since she doesn’t really like to have other people out there with her. I’ll follow your house rules strictly, and make sure you fur baby stays safe.
“Could not recommend María enough. She will go above and beyond for you and your pets and treat them like her own. I left my puppy for the first time and María took such good care of him. When I got home he was clean (she had bathed him!), happy, healthy, and had a fat little stomach which means he was eating good while I was gone, which was a huge worry of mine given how small he is. She hand fed him to make sure he ate and was getting enough food in. I am so grateful for her and her kindness towards animals. María is extremely trustworthy, kind, and caring. Please give her the opportunity to care for your furry friends, you will not regret it!!! Thank you so much María for taking care of my baby. If needed, I will absolutely be using her services again.”
Over 27 pet parents in Ellenton have booked house sitting
Ellenton pet parents share their Rover experiences
Christine house sat for our 2 dachshunds and was wonderful! She kept us updated with photos and messages, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. We really appreciated how clean and well cared for our home was when we returned. She even cleaned the linens, which was very thoughtful and one less thing we had to worry about when we returned. It was also so sweet to hear how much she enjoyed spending time with our pups. We would definitely recommend her and would choose her to dog sit for us again in the future!
Morgan was an awesome resource to pull together care for my two large Labs, Maggie and Chubbs. I was sent text and picture feedback every day. Upon returning home, clearly the dogs were happy and content, and my guess is would’ve preferred to see their nanny’s come through the door rather than me! 😂 Always great service and support from Rover and caregivers. I highly recommend!
Elliana went really above and beyond with my house and animals. She left the house and critters cleaner and happier than she found them. She took care of house tasks and was so accommodating during her housesit. She gave love to Leo over the holidays and even got him a Christmas treat. She was great. She also has a history of working with animals, which is a comfort in every way.
Haley was amazing! Communication was great and I know my pets were well taken care of while I was away. Coming home after traveling was perfect, it seemed like I had just left - my dog and cats were in great spirits (no tired, stressed pets!) Will definitely be rebooking in the future!
Jennifer was on time for our meet and greet which says a lot to me regarding reliability! She sent photos and texts every day and made us feel rest assured that the pets were well taken care of. We plan to hire her in the near future and feel relieved to finally find someone we can rely on.
Gianni is amazing! My dog is happy and loves her. She followed all my instruction/ suggestions. My home looks like she was never there. Her communication is great. She sends pictures and updates. She responds to all my texts and concerns. I would highly recommend her…… and I am someone who is very picky about who takes care of my little boy!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Ellenton is $50
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Sitters in Ellenton average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Ellenton on Rover as of May 2026 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 May 2026, there are 2,453 house sitters in Ellenton. 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, 88% of Ellenton house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Ellenton 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 Ellenton.
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. Ellenton 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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