House Sitting in Ellington
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1. Ace G.

“Ace did a fantastic job with our busy puppy! She kept us updated and sent many pictures of our happy dog. The house was left in great condition! We would certainly use Ace again any time and recommend her 100#. Thank you, Ace for a great job. You put our minds at ease.”


2. Mary M.

“Mary was amazing she knew exactly what to do for the weekend while I was away and was able to spend time with my dog Jax and Cat Scout. I will definitely use Mary again in the future”


3. Jayda "Adara" W.

“Adara did a fabulous job caring for our fur baby, Toby, in our home when we went away for the weekend! Toby is a bit (ok, VERY) quirky, and he doesn't do well with changes to his routine. Adara went above and beyond when caring for him. We felt very comfortable with her in our home, as well. Toby gives Adara a 10/10 for pet sitting, and so do we!”


4. Elena G.

“Elena was amazing with our extremely anxious and reactive dog. She was patient with her and made sure to be mindful of other dogs in the neighborhood so she didn’t get scared or overwhelmed. She sent many photos and videos every day so we always had an update of how she was doing. Thank you so much, Elena!”


5. Kaitlynn S.

“Kaitlynn was amazing! My dogs have special needs and their care instructions are very specific. She kept their routine and did perfect! She gave my dogs much love and attention. She is the only sitter I would trust with my dogs. After I got back home, I asked one of my dogs (she uses button communication) if Kaitlynn was nice and she said yes! 🐾”


6. Kevin T.

“Kay is an excellent dog sitter. Communication is always clear and very accommodating with my changing needs and schedule. Kay was great with my dog, I love that she gets a lot of attention and exercise when Kay watches her. I highly recommend Kay!”


7. Angelica C.

“Angelica did a great job caring for our animals! 2 energetic dogs and a shy cat. We received plenty of updates and pics of them while we were gone and could tell they were well taken care of! We will definitely use her again when we are going out of town 😊”


8. 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.”


9. Shea M.

“Shea is a very nice respectful and polite girl. Her communication is always timely. She was punctual with her arrival time, allowing us to leave a few minutes earlier than planned for our trip. She wasn’t afraid to send a text later in the evening when our dog was having trouble settling down. She sent a couple updates and photos during her stay with our dog and everything went well. We will definitely keep her in the rotation for when we need care for our dog!”


10. Chelsea B.
“Chelsea is amazing with animals! I have watched Chelsea volunteer for horses, dogs and cats. She is quick to care and provides individualized love to each furbaby she comes in contact with. She has watched my animals multiple times and always treats them as her own. 100/10 would recommend.”




11. Annie D.

“10 Stars! Annie took care of our 3 dogs and our house while we were overseas for 2 weeks and did an exceptional job. She is a natural dog sitter and they absolutely loved her. She walked them and sent us updates every day. And she did a terrific job taking care of our house, too! We will be hiring her again in the future.”


12. Haley L.

“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! 😀”


13. Brooke P.

“I was terrified to use a service. I have two rescue dogs who have had a tough life and don’t always listen PLUS three sphinx cats who are high energy, require a lot of attention, and are my entire life. Brooke and Mike came over for our initial meet and greet and ended up spending nearly two hours getting to know me and my animals. They were patient, empathetic, and answered all of my questions MORE than once. When it was time for my trip, Brooke was super communicative- she checked in to make sure my work trip was going well, she sent regular updates and pictures, and she was just generally so available and nice and supportive. I never in a million years would’ve thought “everything is gonna be fine”. It was more than fine. Brooke stayed over two nights while I was traveling for work and the house is EXACTLY in the same state I left it. I mean she even did her own dishes. My own kid doesn’t even do that when she house sits. I know this is long and rambly but honestly I was terrified going into this. “I’m gonna let a stranger stay over at my house??” I can’t stress enough how relieved and grateful I am to Brooke (and Mike). My animals acted like I hadn’t even been gone (and that’s saying a lot considering how clingy they are and how they typically act like I died and suddenly appeared back in their lives by some witchcraft if I’m gone for an afternoon). Brooke cared for my pets and my house like it was her own. I can’t wait to explore going on a real life vacation now that I’m not terrified of taking this step anymore. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU. For anyone still doubting or questioning things (or for anyone new to the app in general), I’m more than happy to be a reference! Brooke and Mike - welcome to our weird furry (and furies) family!!!”


14. aiden m.

“Aiden was great with Caia and we appreciated her flexibility when our flight was delayed. Thank you!”


15. Richard V.
“Good afternoon, my name is Michael Carter and I have known Richard V for many years. I am writing this on the behalf of his experience and relationship with not only dogs but all animals. Never have I seen anyone such as Richard befriend an animal the way that he does. He is not only a loving and nurturing spirit but sometimes I even wonder if he was a dog in a past life. His instant connection with animals fortifies a jealousy within myself and those around him. Any animal lover would be lucky to have him watch and care over their beloved animal.”




16. Hannah A.

“Hannah was awesome! She stayed at our home for a week and cared for our two dogs. She sent pictures throughout the week and checked in which we appreciated. She comes with experience and knowledge of dogs. Thanks Hannah!”


17. Amber M.

“Amber took great care of our pup!”


18. Camber M.
“Camber has taken care of my dog many times. I was impressed with her the moment I met her. She’s kind, reliable, professional and completely delightful. She takes wonderful care of my dog, Hershel, plays with him, lets him sleep with her etc. I am very lucky to have met this wonderful woman. There’s not many people I’d trust with Hershel”


19. Becky G.
“When I had to travel for a conference out of state, I couldn't bear the thought of leaving my precious pups (Honey and Mocha) behind. Becky happened to have the weekend off and volunteered to visit them twice a day while I was gone. It absolutely made my day to see the pictures she sent of them playing and going for walks! I felt at ease the whole time knowing, knowing my babies were in good hands.”


20. Cara W.
About: Growing up I have always had both cats and dogs, some of which were cases of needing to go the extra mile due to sickness. I am up for the arrangements of making sure to do what is needed to guarantee a pet's safety and health. I am very motivated with making sure photo/video updates are always being sent to give peace of mind while you're dealing with being home sick from your fur babies as well. Will accommodate and respect owners wishes when it comes to their homes as well as mine to ensure trust. Every day I am a routine dog and cat caretaker to my own. (1 dog and 5 cats). I wake up in routine of letting out my dog out to do his business as well as feeding 5 cats alongside him twice a day on a weekday basis. Weekends are more so flexible with having the freedom to take walks and adventure. I work 8am until 5pm at a full-time job, so I am more of evening assistance, but weekends are usually more open. Every pet has its own personality and routine. My dog gets let out in the morning and then fed his mix of specific bladder/UTI aid food. 1 of 5 cats has a rabbit mane diet, she gets fed next. The other 4 are all sync'd up and luckily eat in peace in our home. Mandatory clean litterboxes at end of each day as well as a cleanup right after the dog takes his business to keep with a clean yard.
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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 Mar 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 Mar 2025, there are 886 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.
