Pet Sitting in Essex
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1. Nicole T.

“Nicole was absolutely fantastic while I was traveling out of town for 5 days. She was extremely responsive from the start, very eager to learn about my cat during the meet and greet, and is just an all around sweet person. I highly recommend her for anyone considering her services.”


2. Bridget F.

“Bridget is great with our dogs, she takes such good care of them! She was able to help us out on very short notice, and did a wonderful job taking care of all 4 of our dogs, and followed our instructions to the tee. Very quick to respond, and good with communicating during the check ins as well, we got lots of photos so we could see the dogs were doing well. A+ sitter, will be booking again!”


3. Heather H.

“Heather was great!! She watched my two kitties for a week while I was away paying them one hour visits each day. She took my cat meow outside and played with my other cat clementine and sent pictures of it all. I was so appreciative while I was gone! Will definitely be booking her again.”


4. Jun A.

“Jun was amazing!! Definitely came through for my family and I as we needed to find a sitter so we can go on vacation. Came to visit and meet our pups before we left. He cared for them and stuck to our routine. This was my second time booking Jun. I’ll definitely be using him again.”


5. Chantel B.

“Chantel was great! She sent pictures of Sabine and sent messages along with them to update me on anything with my apartment or with Sabine. I was nervous about using this service since it’s my first time, but she eased my nerves. I would definitely book her again in the future!”


6. Erica Q.


“Erica is pleasant and kind and our golden doodle Holly took to her right away. This is our first time using Rover. She was respectful and took good glare with our girl.”


7. Jasmine B.

“Jasmine was very responsive to my messages and we quickly aligned on scheduling. Jasmine did a wonderful job handling my two very high energy dogs. I’m looking forward to Jasmine watching my dogs more in the future.”




8. Tyler G.

“Tyler was super patient and considerate during the visit. Really appreciate he could drop in with such a short notice.”


9. Robert M.
“Rob has watched my golden retriever in his home several times now and he is always my first choice for a pet sitter. First and foremost, he has so much love for my dog, and I know he would for any dog placed in his care. He is also super-reliable with great communication. My dog needs exercise and has to have medication administered and Rob is great with both of these. I would recommend him for anyone looking for a loving, trustworthy pet sitter.”


10. Alexandria O.
“I can't think of a better person to serve as a dog sitter. Lexie is a true dog lover and often assists my daughter Jackie in animal rescue. She has learned a lot from her Aunt Jackie, who is an exceptional dog groomer and one of the most active animal rescuers in the state. If you choose Lexie to handle your dog, you need have no concern about the welfare and treatment of your pet.”


11. Victoria M.

“I needed someone to give my Boston Terrier an injection while we were away on vacation and feel so lucky to have found Victoria! Communication was great AND she even facetimed me during the visit so we could go over any last minute questions, dosage, etc. My dog sitter said "Victoria was very polite and professional, you should hire her again!" and we absolutely will. Very relieved to know my dog got her medication and that a trained vet assistant was able to handle the injection with ease. Cassie never knew anything even happened, hah.”




12. Dorian P.

“Dorian did a great job with my cats. She gave cute updates and made sure their day was as normal as it could be without us! She was really attentive to details and made sure we had gone over all the info needed for feeding and playing.”


13. Remi L.
“I confidently recommend Remi as a dog caregiver. She is one of the most responsible and trustworthy people I know, and I have full confidence in her ability to care for any animal. She’s been taking care of dogs since she was a kid and has an innate understanding of their needs and behaviors. Whenever I have any questions about dogs or pets in general, Remi is my first go-to person. She is an exceptional dog mom to her own dog, showing so much love, patience, and dedication. I know she will treat every dog she cares for as if they were her own, and I’m sure any pet will be in great hands with her. She truly has a passion for animals, and I couldn’t think of a better person to trust with the care of your furry friends!”


14. Joe C.
“I have known Joe for five years now. He is a dependable, reliable, and attentive person. He is also very compassionate and caring when it comes to animals. He has taken care of my dogs, cat, and reptiles for me. He helped me out in every capacity from simple walks to house sitting for me while I had a serious medical condition and was hospitalized for a couple of weeks. At the time that he was staying at my house, he also kept the house very organized and clean, he made sure all the pets were well fed, warm, safe, and entertained. He even helped me out with some yard work while I was away, took out the trash, got the mail, and other odd jobs that needed attention. At the time he watched my dogs, one of the dogs I had was very property protective, crate aggressive, and had some other triggers. He took the time to get to know my special needs dog before he watched him, so that the dog was comfortable with him. It was truly peace of mind while I was away healing. I highly recommend Joe to be entrusted with anyones fur baby or home.”


15. Brittany S.
“Always willing to do what is needed. Brittany is very trust worthy and does well with my dog.”


16. Joyce P.


“Joyce took great care of my cat Binx while we were away. The regular updates and photos from each visit were a great way to keep us in the loop with how things were going. It was my first time using Rover and I’m so glad we were able to book Joyce!”


17. Lori D.

“Lori took great care of our cat while we were out of town. She gave our cat medication. We knew she was in good hands. We look forward to booking again with Lori”


18. Samauria W.

“We have enjoyed working with Samauria so far! She came by for a meet and greet first, which we feel is very important. Our pup Poe was loving on her from the start, appreciating the scratches and belly rubs given. They had their first visit today and all went well. Samauria was communicative and save for a tiny house alarm kink, she followed all our instructions. She even alerted me to Poe’s excitement outside that irritated her paws because of the ice. I greatly appreciate her efforts with that. We look forward to future visits and a weekend stay coming up.”


19. Paige W.
“Paige is such an animal lover! She is always taking my dogs outside for walks, and feeding them and giving them their vitamins when she comes over. She spends all of her time with my pets. She will definitely give your pets all the love in the world.”


20. Theresa C.
“Theresa is a reliable, responsible and loving pet owner. I have known her for 10 years, during which she has taken care of many animals--dogs (always dogs!), cats, rabbits, birds, many of which she had rescued from environments that were unsuitable and were not meeting the needs of the animals. Her background as a dog trainer enhances her appeal as a pet carer. I trust her completely with the care of my dominant German shepherd.”
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Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Essex on Rover as of May 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of May 2025, there are 831 pet sitters in Essex. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 85% of Essex pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Essex have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Essex.
Rover makes it easy to find Essex pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 831 pet sitters in Essex on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Essex, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 96% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
