House Sitting in Fair Meadow, Palo Alto, CA
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Top rated Fair Meadow house sitters
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Kimberly is great- Emmy loves her! She makes traveling so much easier, and she takes adorable photos of Emmy with the zoomies, playing hide-and-seek, and curled up looking cozy. Couldn't be happier!”
“Stephen was incredible, our dogs were in such good hands! We have never had a dog sitter so attentive to detail and such a great companion for the dogs. We were impressed by Stephen's pre-visit to meet the dogs and make sure it was a good fit. He took notes and had us share important details about the dogs. He updated us throughout his stay, sending pictures and letting us know how the dogs were doing. He also left the house in excellent condition and took our garbage cans out to the street which was so helpful. We would highly recommend Stephen to our friends and family. Thank you, Stephen!”
“CJ did an excellent job. I interviewed multiple people before deciding to work with CJ when I was going out of town to watch our puppy. She is 13 weeks old and we wanted to keep her on her care routine. CJ is extremely detail-oriented, respectful, communicative, and thoughtful...I could tell that he really cares about his craft and wants to make sure his clients are happy. He asked detailed questions with nuance that showed he cared and our puppy had an amazing time with him. I could not recommend CJ more and is the only person I have worked with in recent memory that I would happily do a reference for! He is awesome!”
“Austin did a great job taking care of our pups! He was so easy to work with, very responsive when we were meeting with him and he asked great questions. One of our dogs is a little slower to come around to people, but she took to him immediately and clearly loved having him around. He sent great updates while we were gone and we were entirely confident that they were in great hands the whole time. Thanks so much Austin!”
“Trina and her dog cubby were excellent while taking care of our very energetic and sometimes anxious dog. Reliable, sent lots of photos, and our dog seemed very comfortable with her and cubby. Would definitely book again with her.”
“Arianna was really receptive to Willow's needs and very communicative. We really appreciate that she went above and beyond to give Willow company and to make her comfortable. She was also a terrific and considerate house guest. We recommend her wholeheartedly to other pet owners!”
“Elissa was amazing! Stella was happy and well cared for when I got home! Elissa carefully followed all of my instructions for Stella and the house! She communicated with me and sent pictures daily. I do not trust many people to take care of Stella, but with Elissa caring for her my mind was at ease! I will absolutely have Elissa care for Stella again!”
“I lucked out finding Ian on Rover. This was my first time leaving my dog overnight with someone I didn’t know and, from the very beginning, Ian made me feel at ease. They stayed at my home and took excellent care of my dog while I was away, sending me several pictures and updates every day.”
“John did a fantastic job taking care of Fenway and Rosie! He communicated with me daily, sharing pictures and video clips. They were happy and well loved. More over, John left the house in exceptional condition.”
About: What sets me apart is that I don’t believe in one size fits all pet care. I’ve raised my high-energy Husky, Zafiro, since she was a baby, which taught me firsthand the importance of patience, structure, exercise, and consistency,especially for puppies and active breeds. I’ve also raised my cat Rambo from a kitten, giving me a deep understanding of feline personalities and care, from playful to independent. From zoomy puppies to chill seniors, tiny fluffballs to big personalities, I’m comfortable with pets of all sizes, energy levels, and special needs. Every pet is different, and I love learning what makes each one feel safe, loved, and confident. I care for every pet like they’re my own—because to me, they’re family and deserve nothing less. My schedule is super pet-friendly! I don’t start work until 10am, so mornings are perfect for walks or feedings. Lunch is flexible, so midday potty breaks are easy, and I’m free on weekends too. With my Husky Zafiro, I’m used to morning, afternoon, and evening walks and feedings—keeping your pet’s routine happy and on track is no problem! 1 Dog husky, 1 Cat. I make pets feel safe, happy, and right at home while you’re away. I keep them on their usual routine, so they stay comfortable and stress-free. Your furry friend can enjoy an extra crate, plenty of toys, and a private patio to relax, plus all the cuddles and attention they deserve.
“Shalese is amazing! She made me feel super comfortable leaving my reactive dog for a few days and they got along so well! Will definitely book any time I need someone to watch my girl.”
“Maria is the only person my pets will let in the house. She is wonderful, patient and communicative. We received photos and updates the entire time we were gone. If we go out of town again we definitely know who to call. We highly recommend Maria for all of your pet sitting needs.”
“Guilherme took care of our dog and cat during the Christmas and new years holiday. He sent many updates with photos, helped bring the garbage bins inside and collect mail and left our home more organized than when we left. Highly recommend and definitely hope to use his services again when we travel. Thanks Guilherme!”
“We are so glad that we had someone as thoughtful, diligent, patient, and dog loving as Katie watching our pups! She went way above and beyond what we could have hoped for from amazing frequent updates (making us feel like we were still there with them), taking care of them exactly how we would, and taking care of the apartment so well (it looks more clean than when we left it). The piece de resistance were thoughtful report cards with such specific details that we’ll treasure. WOW. We would gladly have Katie watch our pups again in the future ?”
About: Hi! My schedule will be tailored to yours. I am very flexible and willing to do services with little prior heads up. Just message me for whatever you need and I will make it work. Ive taken care of dogs, cats and other animals since i was very young. There has always been some sort of animal in my house hold whether thats a small dog, a big dog, a couple of cats, birds or guinea pigs. My relationship with my animals has always been a mutual respect for each other without any issues in the past with authority which is due to my training and conditioning with my animals. I’ve made my home a safe and loving environment for my animals with their best interests considered first with daily physical and mental stimulation with fun games and walks as well as nutritious diets containing real food. I’d love to get to know your pup and take him or her on long walks. I dont have a very packed schedule so ill have plenty of time to play with your pups and kitties! Im able to walk or feed your dog before 9 am and at around 12.30 in the afternoon every weekday as well as boarding your pup or kitty at my house or watching your dog overnight at your home every week day except Friday. Weekends I have more flexibility during the day and can watch your companion overnight on saturday and sunday if needed. I am flexible with day of requests for random times and can make those work every now and then. ALL PRICES ARE NEGOTIABLE. I have a fenced back yard and a very friend shiba inu and chow chow mix who is a spayed female dog and is the light of my life and a black outdoor cat. My dog is very friendly with all animals and is very curious of being friends with others and would be a perfect companion for your animal.
Fair Meadow pet parents share their Rover experiences
Emma was wonderful. She stayed in our home for a week with our two dogs and did an excellent job keeping them on their normal schedule, giving medications on time, and spending lots of quality time with them. We really appreciated her care and attention and came home to two very happy dogs. We’d happily book her again.
Maria is the only person my pets will let in the house. She is wonderful, patient and communicative. We received photos and updates the entire time we were gone. If we go out of town again we definitely know who to call. We highly recommend Maria for all of your pet sitting needs.
This was my first time leaving my dog with a house sitter and Austin was amazing! I have a pitbull/Staffy who initially is extremely energetic and Austin knew just how to handle and care for her. He gave me constant updates and pictures of her while I was away and it put me at ease and I was able to enjoy my trip. I can’t recommend him enough.
Roy did a great job taking care of our dogs and home. He sent regular updates and photos, was conscientious and communicative with questions, and when we got back from our trip, he had stripped the bed, ran the dishwasher, and took the trash to the curb. Such small things add up!
Barbara is amazing!! She took care of our two dogs for a week and not only gave them lots of love and attention, she also is a fantastic communicator—-really listening to our instructions, asking questions when needed, and giving us updates. We are always nervous with one of our dogs because she is a little high maintenance, but Barbara figured her out right away. What brings this whole experience to the next level was that one of our dogs came down with a GI issue right before we left. We even considered staying home. She needed pretty much constant watching and woke up every couple of hours each night. This was obviously not what we had expected, but Barbara never complained and gave our poor sick girl all the love and care she needed, even making some special food for her and taking care of some meds. Barbara handled all of this flexibly and with confidence and professionalism. Thank you, Barbara! We hope you can watch our girls again when everyone is healthy!
Kristin was great with my large golden doodle who likes to fetch and go on walks, and also cared for our crested gecko. She communicated when she had questions, plus cleaned up the guest room (including sheets/towels!), kitchen and yard nicely, got packages in that arrived while I was away, got trash/recycle bins out for pickup, and most importantly, my dog and gecko seemed very happy.
Trina was once again wonderful with our two little dogs, including an elderly chihuahua who required more special care. I felt confident leaving them with her, which was a great help in itself. She sent helpful updates and photos, and we came home to happy, well cared for dogs and a tidy house.
Kari was wonderful with my puppy Nina! She is very calm and professional in her interactions with Nina and knows how to handle/correct her jumping up on people (and other behaviors a young dog still needs to learn not to do.) When we came home, Nina was sleeping and completely relaxed around Kari even though she had never seen her before that evening. And when Kari left, my little pup sat sadly in front of the door and couldn’t believe that her new friend just disappeared. This was the first time I had to leave my pup with anyone for the evening and I couldn’t be happier!
Guilherme took care of our dog and cat during the Christmas and new years holiday. He sent many updates with photos, helped bring the garbage bins inside and collect mail and left our home more organized than when we left. Highly recommend and definitely hope to use his services again when we travel. Thanks Guilherme!
Electra was the perfect sitter for my long trip away for the holidays! She was very communicative and sent many photos, and even offered to do some household tasks if needed. I would definitely book her again in the future, and I highly recommend her to anyone else looking for a responsible pet sitter in the area.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Fair Meadow is $85
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Fair Meadow on Rover as of Mar 2026 was about $85 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Fair Meadow.
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. Fair Meadow 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.
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