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.
“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!”
“We had Chris come do an in-home stay for the first time with our reactive pitbull and he crushed it! Reactive dogs are not the easiest to find sitters for and Chris was very accommodating with setting up a meet and great before hand and had even done his own research ahead of time to make sure he was knowledgeable before going through the introduction process. Our dog warmed up to him right away and she was able to immediately identify him as a safe person since he was so calm and easy going with her. When it came time for him to stay, all that was needed was a quick reminder and they were best buds for the rest of the weekend. He quickly learns her quirks. He sent daily pictures and updates. Then when we returned, our mail was stacked on the counter and the house was very neat, just as we left it, which is always appreciated when someone stays in your home. During the introduction stage he even requested to be shown where our cleaning supplies were and when our trash gets taken out. Chris was not only an excellent dog sitter, but a great house sitter as well! We are frequent travelers and will definitely be continuing to use Chris.”
“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.”
“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!”
“Kristen took our holiday booking and saved the day! Truly we were able to relax and enjoy knowing she was watching our dog and her our home. Kristen went above and beyond to reassure us all was well. She even caught a leaking outdoor spigot and helped soak up some water in the basement because of it. She sent lots of updates and pictures, and was a joy to work with. Thank you Kristen for being so trustworthy and kind! Our pets won’t forget you and neither will we!!! 🐕🥰🎁”
“Kayla did a wonderful job taking care of our dog and our home while we were away. She was very responsive to my inquiries both before our booking and while we were away. We will definitely contact her for future needs.”
“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!”
“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!”
“Samantha is an amazing dog sitter! We had her watch our Ruby and Zeke for us over the weekend and we got many updates (with pictures)! Zeke and Ruby were very happy with their stay with Samantha! ❤️🥰”
“Our animals were so happy when we got home! Our dog is an old man and he was in great shape, the rabbit was also spry and happy. Will use Sarah again! So communicative and the house was as we left it.”
“Liz was a wonderful dog sitter! She dealt very well with schedule changes and dogs not following the plan. My two dogs seemed to really like her. I highly recommend Liz”
“Rebecca is absolutely amazing. This was the first time I left Woodie with a sitter besides my son. He was nervous at first, but she came over several times to make sure he was comfortable. She knew everything to do to make him comfortable. He did perfectly when we went out. I was not worried at all because I knew she had it handled. I of course will be using her anytime I want to go out.”
“Annie was great with our two little pups and our senior cat. She was very tentative to their schedules and routines. Follows directions and requests as well. She was the first (of a few) that our older dog actually warmed up to, immediately. Communication was great, with updates constantly. We'll definitely have her house/pet sit again!”
“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!!”
Over 108 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!
Melissa was a fantastic dog sitter for my Banner! Things got off to an exciting start when Banner managed to get out of the yard (through no fault of hers), but Melissa immediately called me to let me know what was going on so I could take action if needed. Thankfully, she was able to get him back inside quickly and safely. Throughout the weekend, she kept me updated with pictures and made sure to follow my one main request—not to leave him alone for too long. I really appreciated her communication and care, and I’ll definitely be using Melissa again!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Ellington is $55
Why Choose Rover?
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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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 Apr 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 Apr 2026, there are 978 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.
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