House Sitting in Ellington
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Top rated Ellington house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Ruth took excellent care of our two dogs while we were out of town. She kept us up to date with texts and messages which I really appreciate! She even taught our younger dog a new trick! Will definitely book again and highly recommend!”
“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!”
“Haley was a natural with our 2 Goldens. From the 1st meet and greet to staying with our girls for a few days, we never had to worry. We came home to a clean house and happy, tired dogs ! We will definitely have Haley back soon! 😀”
“Sammy stayed at our home with our Frenchies for 2 nights. Our little ones usually suffer from a fair amount of anxiety, but they felt very comfortable with her. When we got home the house was just as we left it and the dogs were very content. Sammy communicated regularly while we were away and that allowed us to really enjoy our weekend. She is very competent, conscientious and excellent with the dogs. We will definitely contact her next time and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for the best in a dog sitter.”
“Sarah and Jim came to our rescue when our previously booked sitter cancelled shortly before our scheduled trip. We are so grateful for their flexibility and the care that they gave to our two senior girls. We returned home to very happy and relaxed puppers! We highly recommend their services!!”
“We could not have asked for more! Chris was great in every way: the dogs were happy, the house was perfect. He went above and beyond to make sure that everything went smoothly for all of us. Can't wait to have him back soon!”
“Jaclyn took great care of Sadie while we were gone for the weekend! Followed the instructions and went above and beyond to make sure Sadie felt loved the whole time. Lots of playing, belly rubs, and walks for our Pomchi!”
“Mary is wonderful! I last minute went into Rover when my usuals were not available. She responded right away and we connected for a meet and greet right away. She sent lots of pics and videos and kept me up to date with everything. Highly recommend💗”
“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.”
“Annie was AMAZING! She took such great care of our babies. Patches has anxiety, and unfortunately gets sick sometimes from it, and Annie went above and beyond on making sure she was OK. She also sent us pictures and a video while we were away. Highly recommend this young lady!!”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs, bunnies, fish, and guinea pigs since around age 11. Neighbors and family trust me to walk, feed, cuddle and play with any fur babies. I am currently a full time college student on summer break until late August. I am currently working part-time at a job with flexible hours, so I am able to work around certain request times. I am comfortable cuddling and playing with your animals inside or outside the home! I will crate animals if requested. I am highly communicative and will send updates/pictures from the visit/sitting. The more the merrier!
“Heather was awesome! She was amazing with our pup, and was available super last minute when I needed her! We got regular updates, she was very prompt with responses and timing. 10/10!”
About: I’ve had a dog and 3 cats growing up. I am constantly around dogs and they all love me. My friends and neighbors have trusted to watch their animals when they are away. I just graduated college and looking for a fun job for over the summer! I have lots of free time so I am available to help with your animals whenever you need! I have one cat at home but he’s not the biggest fan of new animals. I love playing with animals and making sure they use most of the energy.
“Eryn always takes wonderful care of my girls and loves them like her own! I've had her house sit twice now and she is respectful of my house as well, communicates with me appropriately, and makes me feel much better when I have to leave the animals for trips! Will definitely continue to have her keep an eye on my girls in the future”
“Samantha had a wonderful stay with our pup! I appreciate her friendliness, professionalism, neatness, attention to detail, and love for animals! She sent photos of our pup each day with reassuring and positive updates. She was easy to reach and responded quickly to texts. She left a lovely thank you note, which was such a nice unexpected touch! Our home was in perfect order when we returned. My pup was a happy boy when we returned! I’ve just booked another week with her!”
“We were really lucky to find Carol! She took great care of a grumpy, elderly Shih Tzu and was clearly patient with my old lady. I received regular updates and photos, and she reviewed all of the crazy instructions for Coco’s care. She also left the house in great shape! I would highly recommend her!”
“Ayana was professional, accommodating, and did amazing with our two (anxious) dogs! Our house was left clean and tidy and our dogs were very well cared for. Will absolutely recommend and book again!”
Over 20 pet parents in Ellington have booked house sitting
Ellington pet parents share their Rover experiences
Luna is AWESOME!!!! We couldn’t be happier with the care our dogs received! She stayed in our home while we were away, and it was clear from the start that our pups were in great hands. They absolutely adored her — it was like they were on their own little vacation! She treated them as if they were her own, giving them love, attention, and care every step of the way. We received regular photo updates, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were gone. The house was clean and just as we left it, which we really appreciated. We’ve already booked her again for later this month and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and respectful pet sitter. She’s truly a gem!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Ellington is $55
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Sitters in Ellington average 3 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Ellington on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $55 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 Jun 2026, there are 1,316 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, 88% 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.
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