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Top rated Essex house sitters
“Jennifer took such great care of our babies! She sent photos and updates which reassured as a pet parent hating to be away. 100% would recommend if you want your fur babies being left in safe and trusting hands.”
“Teana was absolutely wonderful. Showed up when she said she would, sent lots of pics, and even won over our very shy dog! Will for certain trust her with our fur babies again!”
“Maria is so kind and thoughtful with both the pet and pet parent. She has a gentle nature that’s great for pets with anxiety. I would be happy to work with her again.”
“We had Jennifer house sit overnight to care for our numerous pets while we were away. She updated us frequently and was very accommodating with the multiple instructions she was given. We felt very comfortable with the level of care given to our pets and home and would not hesitate to book her services again.”
“Can’t say enough positive things about Raimey! She’s taken care of my two kitties a few times now. Most recently one of my babies was a little sick and required medication two times a day. I was a bit nervous with this falling around the time I was travelling but Raimey made me feel very comfortable and handled it like a pro. She’s great with animals and gives regular updates throughout the day! I highly recommend her for your pet needs ☺️”
“Taya did such an amazing job watching our new rescue Boh, who’s a lot to handle right now. And Rico our little elderly gentleman- two totally different dogs at once. THE BEST PART was she stayed overnight with them, neither dog has ever been left alone so I was so appreciative she did that for us. All instructions were followed meticulously and we have already rebooked her for a trip when we are out of the country in 30 days. 10/10 would recommend her all day as your go to pet guru.”
“Everything was super smooth and easy. Wonderful communication, as we received updates and pics. Our two pups were so relaxed when we arrived home and it was good to know they were in good care. Will be booking more dates with Zana very soon!”
“We were so thankful that Jasmine could stay with our frenchie Otto over the holidays while we traveled. Jasmine took wonderful care of Otto while we ere away - she provided lots of photos and updates! He was very happy and relaxed when we returned home! Definitely will be rebooking Jasmine!”
“Naya is a repeat house sitter for my big silly pit mix and my elderly cat. She does an incredible job of following all instructions and balancing the needs of my dog and senior cat. We trust Naya!”
“Jessica took great care of my dog and my house. I really appreciated the thorough updates and she sent lots of photos. My dog seemed comfortable and I did not stress while I was away. Would definitely book again.”
“I was a little worried at first because I've never used a service like this before but, Sierra went above and beyond to make me and my pet comfortable while I was out of town. If I ever need another sitter I won’t hesitate to book Sierra again.”
About: Hi! I'm Vince. I'm a 24 year old college student & I have a life time of experience taking care of dogs and other animals of all sorts. I've been working with Rover for about 2 years now. I love animals, dogs especially, and I can take care of feeding, walking and bathing. We have a somewhat small yard, but it's big enough for your dog to run around in, and I'll usually take them for 2-4 walks a day, depending on your instruction. As stated on my profile, I'm willing to take care of boarding, drop-in visits, walking, and overnight stays/drop-ins at your place, if necessary. Don't hesitate to contact me, I'll make sure your pup is happy and gets plenty of attention! :)
“My husband and I have been repeat clients of Sierra's for good reason. She is professional, excellent at communicating with us while we are away, and responsible. Our animals are always well cared for under Sierra's watch, as well as our home. Thanks Sierra!”
“Hannah was amazing. She was so nice about the overbearing cat parents that we are. She kept in touch with us several times a day, providing updates and sending pics. Each of our cats gets different foods at different times in different ways—it was no problem. She even administered meds. We were able to really enjoy ourselves knowing that everyone was being so well taken care of. We could not have been happier!”
“I needed to go out of town for the day and wanted someone to spend more time with Millie than just periodic walks. Imani was perfect. She accepted the job at the last minute. She is a great communicator and very kind. Millie did great and I could enjoy my day. Thank you, Imani!”
“After having a poor experience with another sitter over a year ago, I was apprehensive about hiring someone else. Despite that apprehension, I chose Erica, and I could not be more pleased. Most of my pets are special needs, with ailments including blindness, paralysis, and impaired cardiac function. My paralyzed girl is incontinent, and she requires regular diapers changes. Erica was great with that, and she provided me regular photos and updates. It can be difficult finding a trustworthy sitter, especially when your pets need extra care, but I am more than pleased with Erica’s service! 10/10! Highly recommend!”
“Heather and Jennifer were great sitters for our dog Charlie! They were really nice people and trustworthy in our home. We got regular communications from them and they proactively reached out and offered to treat a hot spot they noticed on Charlie’s tail. We would definitely book with them again!”
About: I have watched my grandma's animals since I was 13 and have also had dogs and cats since I was a baby and have always loved all kinds of animals I can dog sit all weekend because I am not busy and i need money to pay for my college, the only thing I have in my schedule is school. At my home I feed all my animals, I walk them, I watch them and pet them and love them. Also I watch them when my parents go places
Over 143 pet parents in Essex have booked house sitting
Essex pet parents share their Rover experiences
Love Kayli to the fullest!!!! She was amazing my baby had amazing time she had her for a whole week sent pictures daily, kept us up to date on her adventures and new findings her husband also helped watch my Nyla and gave plenty of love and play time. Kayli was a last minute find and was ready to help immediately! She came and met my nyla and us we had good conversation she asked all the right questions and answered all of ours. I am a true mama bear and so is she so she made sure my mind was at ease daily while we were out of town. If you need someone who is loving she is the best choice!!!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Essex is $50
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Sitters in Essex average 4 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 Essex on Rover as of Jun 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 Jun 2026, there are 2,733 house sitters in Essex. 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, 86% of Essex house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Essex have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Essex.
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. Essex 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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