House Sitting in Fairfax, Jacksonville, FL
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“Our cats LOVE Robyn and Steven and we do too!! They take GREAT care of our 3 kitties and they always make sure we feel at ease while we're away. It's hard to leave our babies behind when we leave, but having Robyn & Steven watching over them definitely makes it easier.”
“Fantastic temperament! My female poodle was not used to a housesitter and decided to spend the first day and a half barking and Johana handled it well. Would HIGHLY recommend her!”
“Crystal was amazing with our pup, Henry! He got lots of love and had some fun adventures with her too. She took great care of our house and left everything in perfect condition. I highly recommend Crystal for all of your pet/house sitting needs!”
“Divina does such an amazing job with our pets. She has done dog walking/sitting, cat drop-ins, and full home stays with plant care as well. Our animals love her, and she is always so responsive, goes above and beyond every time, and is our obvious choice whenever we need this service. Highly recommend!”
“Sidnee was more than a dog sitter for us! We had a few house issues arise while we were away and Sidnee helped us take care of the issues while we were out of town. She stayed at our house for 4 nights watching our two active dogs! She took great care of them and left the house just as clean. We appreciate Sidnee so much!”
About: I have had dogs my entire life, and taken care of them in full for my family, friends and neighbors. I love four legged furry friends; giving them walks, playing with them and making them feel comfortable. I have always adopted rescue dogs so have a good sense of how to take care of apprehensive dogs, as well as hyperactive or dogs that need more attention and a patient trainer. I have amateur experience training dogs and have learned tips from my sister who is an experienced dog trainer and dog walker. I have chickens at home and have cared for furry, scaled and feathered friends in the past, I love them all. I am patient and loving when it comes to taking care of animals and hope you will consider me to take care of your best friend(s)! My partner and I have recently lost our best furry friend and I would love a reason to get outside more often with my favorite animal (dogs!) or any animal at all. I currently work full time but am off on Sundays/Mondays as well as evenings. My job allows me to leave midday as needed. If I can plan ahead with a care schedule, I have no issue fitting walks/care as needed. I personally have always had free range dogs, but have experience with free ranging as well as crated dogs. I am comfortable working with contained pets as well; chickens, other birds, snakes, tarantulas etc.
“Shana was fantastic! She took great care of our dogs and house while keeping us updated the whole time. Our pups were happy when we got back. Highly recommend Shana – 5 stars across the board!”
About: I have 10 years of experience training dogs, and am the lead trainer for Tricks For Treats dog training here in Jacksonville. In the past 5 years I have been dogsitting, walking, and performing drop in visits for clients and maintain a 5 star rating on TFTJ’s Google page! I have experience with all kinds of temperaments and dog behaviors- and work with pups on a daily basis. Working with dogs isn’t just my career, it’s my passion! My full time career involves dogs! Training, walking, sitting, and drop-in visits are what I do daily. I own and operate Tricks For Treats dog training and services here in Jacksonville, and maintain a 5-Star rating on Google & Yelp! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I am insured and have both an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluators Certificate and Red Cross Canine First Aid Certificate, and am the Lead Trainer at Tricks For Treats. I have vast experience with all kinds of pups, am very knowledgeable on aggression, resource guarding and how to manage more complicated pups. I always appreciate an easy keeper, but am totally up for a challenge!
“Mandy did such a wonderful job taking care of Brownie while we were out of town. It was Brownie’s first stay as an only dog as his sister recently passed the rainbow bridge so we were nervous about leaving him for so many days but Mandy eased the worry. She took many photos and gave regular updates. We will 100 percent use her again.”
“Nikki was wonderful with our two small dogs..she is sincere in her care and patience and willingness to adjust with a picky eater! We are going to use her again in the very near future! We HIGHLY recommend her!!!”
“Sophie & Ryan have been our house sitters several times now. They are both amazing! We would not hesitate to have them in our home in the future. Our dog, Gonzo, loves them. They take him on little adventures to a winery or the nearby equestrian center. When we return home our home and dog are always more clean than when we left. Thanks guys!”
“Karla is absolutely amazing! I was very worried leaving my Sunny for the first time for an extended period of time, but Karla immediately put me at ease! She came for a meet and greet and was caring and knowledgeable! She spent time with my baby, sent me several photos and videos and daily emails, letting me know that Sunny was having a great time, getting lots of love and attention! She is the best! ?”
“My fur babies loved Pam! She was able to come over before our scheduled date and do a meet and greet with the pups which was very appreciated. She followed our instructions well and kept us updated on how the dogs were doing. she even sent pictures!”
About: Life long animal lover. Cat owner since Elementary school. Currently have 3. All different breeds. I have experience with dogs too as I used to have 2 Labs. I often dog sit for my friends on weekends so figured I'd give this a go as well. Love meeting new pets I have lots of free time on the weekends and love going on walks whether its hot or cold. Most evenings in my work week are free. Pretty flexible if there are some pop up opportunities. I just love hanging out with animals in my free time. Cat wise: I am very careful to not let any cats out of the house. I know some can be escape artists. Lots of practice there. I will sit patiently for more timid cats to warm up to me. I typically won't pick them up at first or pet their bellies. I usually get my friends cats to warm up to me quickly and get them playing soon enough. Will cater to the cats that like drinking from the faucet too. Dog wise: I am ready to meet their energy and go on some fun walks. Will even be down to jog with them if they have a lot of energy. I'm cautious about food allergies so I will make sure I only give treats that are allowed and be patient to make sure they go to the bathroom during our visit. They will get all the pets they need!
“Jessica was fantastic with our old dogs. She communicated so much with us before and during her visit with them and was very respectful of our home and the needs for the dogs. Thank you SO much!!”
About: Just trying to offer affordable care for pets, while I usually work from home I've been caring for pets all my life and know the importance of a loving home. I've had pet dogs, cats, birds, fish, bunnies, and I know the attention they require. I work from home and I have great space to dedicate to visitors. The neighborhood is great for walks to a number of parks within just blocks Indoor space just for pets is ample, I have a great yard, and I am close to parks. Your pets will get the attention they need, inside or out, depending on your preferences.
About: I’ve had all kinds of pets, including dogs, cats, lizards, hamsters, and more. I’m not allowed to have any pets where I live now, so I have endless patience for everyone else’s pets. I miss having animals in my life so I’m grateful for the chance to keep your pets happy while you’re away! My schedule is very flexible. I work from home so I can go to clients’ homes and stay with pets for a couple hours or stop by a few times a day. I’m also available most weekends. I’m unable to care for pets in my home but at clients’ homes I plan to follow all their rules and spend as much time playing outside with dogs and playing inside with other animals as possible.
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Robyn & Steven G.Star Sitter
“Our cats LOVE Robyn and Steven and we do too!! They take GREAT care of our 3 kitties and they always make sure we feel at ease while we're away. It's hard to leave our babies behind when we leave, but having Robyn & Steven watching over them definitely makes it easier.”
Johana M.Star Sitter
“Fantastic temperament! My female poodle was not used to a housesitter and decided to spend the first day and a half barking and Johana handled it well. Would HIGHLY recommend her!”
Crystal G.
“Crystal was amazing with our pup, Henry! He got lots of love and had some fun adventures with her too. She took great care of our house and left everything in perfect condition. I highly recommend Crystal for all of your pet/house sitting needs!”
Divina A.
“Divina does such an amazing job with our pets. She has done dog walking/sitting, cat drop-ins, and full home stays with plant care as well. Our animals love her, and she is always so responsive, goes above and beyond every time, and is our obvious choice whenever we need this service. Highly recommend!”
Sidnee M.
“Sidnee was more than a dog sitter for us! We had a few house issues arise while we were away and Sidnee helped us take care of the issues while we were out of town. She stayed at our house for 4 nights watching our two active dogs! She took great care of them and left the house just as clean. We appreciate Sidnee so much!”
Jamie L.
“Jamie has regularly helped out with our cats over the years. Taking care of them across the spectrum of what cats need. And she always made sure to spend time with them, giving them attention and extra treats as well. I have also watched her pour her love into a dog with her fiance, Jamie is a walking heart who cares for all the critters in our lives.”
Shana S.Star Sitter
“Shana was fantastic! She took great care of our dogs and house while keeping us updated the whole time. Our pups were happy when we got back. Highly recommend Shana – 5 stars across the board!”
Alyssa M.
“Alyssa lives in my apartment complex and I met her through Ada, the dog she is fostering. Ada was on her leash, about 15 feet away, begging for my attention so I asked if I could pet her. Alyssa said yes and explained that Ada is hyper-reactive, but I still thought she was an adorable dog. After talking with Alyssa over the last few months and having Ada stay at my apartment a few times, I could see how well Alyssa cared for her and trained her. Ada behaves so much better on the leash now, you almost wouldn't even notice her walking by you on the sidewalk. Alyssa even wrote detailed instructions on shampooing Ada's feet hahaha”
Mandy H.Star Sitter
“Mandy did such a wonderful job taking care of Brownie while we were out of town. It was Brownie’s first stay as an only dog as his sister recently passed the rainbow bridge so we were nervous about leaving him for so many days but Mandy eased the worry. She took many photos and gave regular updates. We will 100 percent use her again.”
Nicole C.
“Nikki was wonderful with our two small dogs..she is sincere in her care and patience and willingness to adjust with a picky eater! We are going to use her again in the very near future! We HIGHLY recommend her!!!”
Sophie C.
“Sophie & Ryan have been our house sitters several times now. They are both amazing! We would not hesitate to have them in our home in the future. Our dog, Gonzo, loves them. They take him on little adventures to a winery or the nearby equestrian center. When we return home our home and dog are always more clean than when we left. Thanks guys!”
Karla D.
“Karla is absolutely amazing! I was very worried leaving my Sunny for the first time for an extended period of time, but Karla immediately put me at ease! She came for a meet and greet and was caring and knowledgeable! She spent time with my baby, sent me several photos and videos and daily emails, letting me know that Sunny was having a great time, getting lots of love and attention! She is the best! ?”
Pam C.
“My fur babies loved Pam! She was able to come over before our scheduled date and do a meet and greet with the pups which was very appreciated. She followed our instructions well and kept us updated on how the dogs were doing. she even sent pictures!”
Michael M.
“Michael took great care of Phil & Penni while I was away, and will be taking care of them again over the Easter holiday weekend.”
Emily W.
“Emily was a great sitter and helped me a ton with my dog! Great communication great job and I’d absolutely rebook/recommend her services.”
Rachel P.
“Rachel watched my 3 cats when I was away. She was on time and did exactly as we discussed. The nice thing about her is she genuinely loves cats! I would definitely use her again. Highly recommended!”
Jessica K.
“Jessica was fantastic with our old dogs. She communicated so much with us before and during her visit with them and was very respectful of our home and the needs for the dogs. Thank you SO much!!”
Brandon B.Star Sitter
“Brandon Byrne is a living and diligent caretaker of animals. He has a knack for training and keeping a consistent schedule. I highly recommend him.”
Lucinda N.
“Very happy with Lucinda’s care of Lilly. Sent pictures each day Will definitely be using Lucinda again!”
Jordan R.
“Having observed Jordan interact with my dog on numerous occasions, I feel comfortable giving an enthusiastic and wholehearted recommendation for her performance as a responsible and loving dog caregiver. When spending time with my dog, Jordan is constantly patient and gentle with him, while still maintaining a good sense of order and discipline with him. Each time Jordan walks in the door, my dog immediately perks up and runs to greet her. When Jordan is in the house, my dog is never more than a step away from her. Knowing what I have seen in Jordan's interactions with my dog, and knowing that dog's are the best judge of character, I am happy to recommend Jordan as an excellent source of dog care.”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Fairfax on Rover as of Aug 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.
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 Fairfax.
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. Fairfax 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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