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“Mary was great with the dogs and sent helpful photos in video. It was great to know the pups were in good hands during our wedding. We also appreciated her meeting them prior to the stay. Thank you Mary”


“Nexsy was incredible. She helped on short notice and still snuck in a meet and greet. Polite, kind, and very understanding of our dogs. She went above and beyond during the time she spent with them by doing some helpful behavioral training. We felt they were in safe and capable hands. Highly recommended!”


“Sammy cared for our pets several full days and nailed their routines and playtime. She texted updates and sent pics regularly. Our dog and cat are quite needy and Sammy made them feel secure and happy. We felt relieved and assured they were in great hands, and she willingly took care of minor home issues that came up. Her experience and love for pets - both dogs and cats, was evident.”



“We’ve used Annie before and I’m so happy to know that my dogs have someone loving to care for them when we’re gone! You can tell she really loves dogs and gives each of my boys the attention and love they need. Will continue to use her for all family travel!!”


“Claudine is an amazing sitter. She took my girl for multiple walks every day, and sends the cutest photo updates. She left my house just as I left it and even washed my pet's food dishes! She'll definitely be my go to sitter for anymore trips I go on.”


“Aston was great! He handled out three dogs and one cat for a 7 day vacation. He was very good with them and they were quite relaxed when we returned home. We will definitely use him again.”


“Linda was wonderful! She house Sat/cared for our two dogs while we were away on vacation. She sent us daily updates regarding the dogs, letting us know how they ate, played, etc. and daily photos as well. She was easy to contact and responded quickly. We will gladly have Linda stay with our dogs again soon!”


About: Even before my family adopted our beloved cat, Tiger, and dog, Uschi, — who lived to be 17 and 18 years old respectively — I was my neighborhood’s go-to pet sitter starting at age 8. As an avid traveler, I have understand how stressful it is to leave your beloved furry family behind, especially when they have special needs. Whether leaving town for a well-earned vacation or tending to urgent family matters, it’s imperative to have peace of mind that your pet is in loving, caring hands. I provided solo care for my geriatric cat and dog in the final year of their lives and truly experienced the range of treatment requirements that often occur. Without the trusted help of family and friends, it would have been impossible to take necessary work trips during that time and I seek to provide the same care to whomever I can. While this stage of my life doesn’t allow me have another cat or dog, I hope that I can bring my skills to help your family when you need! I am in a transitory period between jobs (overseas) and am thus at the disposal of your pets’ requirements. Every animal requires different intervals of care and I can accommodate almost anything. I can do just about anything your pet needs: crating, administering meds, putting a diaper and suspenders on (as I did for my sweet dog)… you name it, I have either done it or can easily learn. It is important that their routine and care continues even in your absence!

“Rebecca made our two dogs pet sitting experience perfect (for us). We were able to get away without having to worry about them. Her constant communication and pictures and videos were perfect. Thank you Rebecca. Once again for taking care of our family’s two most important members!”


“Elena stayed with our pup, Dolly, for 2 nights while we were away. Wow! What a great match for our girl! We felt comfortable after the meet and greet because of her calm and loving approach. The photos and videos were a welcome update on their daily activities. She handled our leash reactive pup with no problem on many walks. We do not hesitate to recommend Elena and will be contacting her again to care for our dog. 🐶”


“We had a great experience leaving our pup with Shea! She stayed in our home, and we could barely tell she'd been here when we got back (the main sign was clean dishes in the dishwasher!) - very respectful of our home. She sent us daily photos and updates, which is always reassuring. We would definitely have her back, and would recommend her to others. 😊”

“Rachael is a total natural with dogs. From the moment she walked in, our dogs responded positively to her warm, easygoing vibe, and we just knew we had made the right choice. Rachael was highly responsive to messages and provided multiple updates (with pics!) that showed us that she clearly “got” each of our dogs’ personalities/quirks. I don’t even thinks the dogs missed us, they were too busy basking in the attention of their sweet new friend who ensured they had the predictable comforts of their daily routines. Rachael was everything you could ask for, from someone staying in your home with your precious pets.”


“Kristen was lovely. My dogs seemed very happy upon returning. Usually they get very stressed when we not here, the calmness reinforced her attentive care. Everything clean and she even washed her sheets. The pictures and updates a comfort to us. Thank you Kristen. You were wonderful.”


“Beyond thrilled with how loved all..ALL of our animals were. Even our dog who cowers from anyone but his family was loving in them. So so incredibly happy our animals got to meet someone, aside from us, who genuinely loves animals! Highly recommend!”


“Aiden did an amazing job with watching our dog and house while we were away for 5 nights. Dog was well cared for, happy and comfortable while we were away. Aiden was very communicative and we returned home to our house as clean as we left it. Thank you, Aiden!”

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Mary M.Star Sitter

“Mary was great with the dogs and sent helpful photos in video. It was great to know the pups were in good hands during our wedding. We also appreciated her meeting them prior to the stay. Thank you Mary”


Nexsy m.
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“Nexsy was incredible. She helped on short notice and still snuck in a meet and greet. Polite, kind, and very understanding of our dogs. She went above and beyond during the time she spent with them by doing some helpful behavioral training. We felt they were in safe and capable hands. Highly recommended!”


Haley L.Star Sitter

“Haley was great with my almost 100 pound boy! She cleaned up and left my house better than how I left it for her. She was communicative and took my needs seriously!”


Samantha S.

“Sammy cared for our pets several full days and nailed their routines and playtime. She texted updates and sent pics regularly. Our dog and cat are quite needy and Sammy made them feel secure and happy. We felt relieved and assured they were in great hands, and she willingly took care of minor home issues that came up. Her experience and love for pets - both dogs and cats, was evident.”




Annie D.

“We’ve used Annie before and I’m so happy to know that my dogs have someone loving to care for them when we’re gone! You can tell she really loves dogs and gives each of my boys the attention and love they need. Will continue to use her for all family travel!!”


Claudine H.

“Claudine is an amazing sitter. She took my girl for multiple walks every day, and sends the cutest photo updates. She left my house just as I left it and even washed my pet's food dishes! She'll definitely be my go to sitter for anymore trips I go on.”


Aston J.Star Sitter

“Aston was great! He handled out three dogs and one cat for a 7 day vacation. He was very good with them and they were quite relaxed when we returned home. We will definitely use him again.”


Linda F.

“Linda was wonderful! She house Sat/cared for our two dogs while we were away on vacation. She sent us daily updates regarding the dogs, letting us know how they ate, played, etc. and daily photos as well. She was easy to contact and responded quickly. We will gladly have Linda stay with our dogs again soon!”


Mary D.
“Maggie is an absolutely wonderful pet sitter whom I have used for years. I so wish she was still in my area to take care of my cat! She took really great care of him. She is professional, reliable, and trustworthy. Thank you for being such a loving caregiver to Toby! We miss you.”


Rebecca F.Star Sitter

“Rebecca made our two dogs pet sitting experience perfect (for us). We were able to get away without having to worry about them. Her constant communication and pictures and videos were perfect. Thank you Rebecca. Once again for taking care of our family’s two most important members!”


Elena G.

“Elena stayed with our pup, Dolly, for 2 nights while we were away. Wow! What a great match for our girl! We felt comfortable after the meet and greet because of her calm and loving approach. The photos and videos were a welcome update on their daily activities. She handled our leash reactive pup with no problem on many walks. We do not hesitate to recommend Elena and will be contacting her again to care for our dog. 🐶”


Shea M.Star Sitter
“We had a great experience leaving our pup with Shea! She stayed in our home, and we could barely tell she'd been here when we got back (the main sign was clean dishes in the dishwasher!) - very respectful of our home. She sent us daily photos and updates, which is always reassuring. We would definitely have her back, and would recommend her to others. 😊”


Ayana W.

“Ayana was great! She took care of my boy and handles a couple challenges well. Very friendly person overall which made me so comfortable! Thanks Ayana!!”


Rachael H.

“Rachael is a total natural with dogs. From the moment she walked in, our dogs responded positively to her warm, easygoing vibe, and we just knew we had made the right choice. Rachael was highly responsive to messages and provided multiple updates (with pics!) that showed us that she clearly “got” each of our dogs’ personalities/quirks. I don’t even thinks the dogs missed us, they were too busy basking in the attention of their sweet new friend who ensured they had the predictable comforts of their daily routines. Rachael was everything you could ask for, from someone staying in your home with your precious pets.”


Kristen V.

“Kristen was lovely. My dogs seemed very happy upon returning. Usually they get very stressed when we not here, the calmness reinforced her attentive care. Everything clean and she even washed her sheets. The pictures and updates a comfort to us. Thank you Kristen. You were wonderful.”


Joey O.

“Beyond thrilled with how loved all..ALL of our animals were. Even our dog who cowers from anyone but his family was loving in them. So so incredibly happy our animals got to meet someone, aside from us, who genuinely loves animals! Highly recommend!”


Camber M.

“Camber is wonderful! She came prepared with great questions, got along with my pup right away and even brought her own treats. Highly recommend and will definitely use her again!”


Amber R.

“Amber was wonderful with our dog Hunter. Hunter warmed up to her in no time and they spent a nice three days together! We would highly recommend her.”


aiden m.

“Aiden did an amazing job with watching our dog and house while we were away for 5 nights. Dog was well cared for, happy and comfortable while we were away. Aiden was very communicative and we returned home to our house as clean as we left it. Thank you, Aiden!”


Chris B.

“Chris was awesome house and dog sitting for us. He sent us pictures to let us know our dog was in good hands. We will definitely book with Chris again!”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Ellington on Rover as of Aug 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 Aug 2025, there are 980 house sitters in Ellington. 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 Ellington house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Ellington have an average of 17 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 Ellington.
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. Ellington 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.
