House Sitting In First Place
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Top rated First Place house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Shaelyn is a positive, friendly, capable person! She definitely spent a lot of valuable time with our kitty, which is what we wanted! Photos and messages were often, making me feel very comfortable with our cat’s care and emotional well being!”
About: With years of experience caring for animals, I’ve worked with elderly pets, high-energy breeds, and reactive dogs. I’m comfortable administering medications and following detailed care schedules to keep your pet safe and comfortable. I take pride in being calm, attentive, and communicative so you can feel completely at ease while you’re away. I’d love to see if I’m the right fit for your furry friend! I work from home full-time and have the flexibility to provide consistent care, walks, and updates throughout the day. I intentionally open my schedule on the days I’m fully available, ensuring your pet receives my complete attention and care. Safety and consistency are my top priorities. I carefully follow each pet’s established routine, including feeding schedules, walk structure, medication needs, and home guidelines. I keep doors, gates, and leashes secure at all times and never introduce pets to unfamiliar animals without permission. In your home, I treat your space with respect and maintain a clean, calm environment. I provide regular updates and photos so you always feel informed and at ease while you’re away.
About: I have grown up around animals my whole life, from dogs, cats and turtles all the way to horses, goats and chickens! I have had quite a few dogs throughout my life of different breeds and sizes. I regularly watch my family and friend’s pets, from a young spaniel puppy to a big senior Labrador who thinks he’s a puppy. I treat my senior friends with care and affection, wanting them to know nothing but happiness! I have also had a few puppies and understand the patience and care they require, especially when it comes to teaching them manners. I am currently unemployed so pet care will be my full time job! I am completely available everyday at all times to take care of and spend time with your furballs! I have two cats who run my home, they are leash trained and I regularly take them out to explore the backyard and play outside! They are very spoiled and I shower them with treats and toys when I can. When I watch others pets I want to know exactly how they want me to care for their pet, not wanting the animal to have to stray too far off their regular routine, especially when it comes to puppies.
“Above and beyond, Annabelle is a true super star. She is exceedingly kind, communicative, and caring. We are so thankful for her excellent care and attention with our pup and home. We feel extremely confident when we leave our German shepherd with Annabelle and that peace of mind is invaluable. We can’t wait to work with Annabelle again and again. Thank you!!”
“Anthea is a cat whisper. My kitten took to her immediately and my anxiety ridden kitty stayed mellow and calm during the whole stay. She is dedicated to her charges and communicates in detail and quickly. Will leave my two fur babies with her anytime.”
“Michaela was absolutely wonderful. We have a dog who can be reactive to other dogs and people and have never left him with someone he doesn’t know to watch him. Michaela almost instantly became his best friend-something he has never done before! She is confident with dogs and takes their reactivity seriously which made us feel so much better while we were gone. We got updates on him multiple times a day with pictures and she was very responsive if we messaged her to check on him. She left our apartment spotless-and honestly probably cleaner than when she got here. She was on time on arrival and followed our instructions to the letter. We will absolutely be asking her to watch our baby again. Thank you Michaela for watching our baby!”
“Pamela is exceptional! Our home and animals are so well cared for, daily updates and pictures, really helps us to know they are loved. I feel like Daisy and Sasha miss her already!”
“Lyla did an incredible job! She gave me updates and was flexible with my crazy schedule. Overall she brought a lot of peace while I was out of town. Just knowing that my dog was so well taken care of. Thank you Lyla!”
“Selma did a wonderful job house sitting and caring for my dog while we were on vacation. She has excellent communication which I greatly appreciate. She gave frequent updates including pictures. My dog was happy and tired when we returned home. We will definitely have her back for more house sitting and dog walks in the future! Thanks so much Selma!”
“Roree!!!!! You took such great care of Chewy! Thank you for the daily communication and pictures! I truly appreciate the care you gave my little baby🐱this is the first time I have felt so happy with the person caring for him while I was gone, and I could tell when I got home that he was well taken care of while I was gone. Thank you so much!”
“This was our first time using Rover, and we had an awesome experience with Tiffany! Mochi can be a bit dramatic and for sure shows her Shiba attitude — but Tiffany was awesome with her as she is very knowledgeable and flexible. She eased all of our worries with leaving Mochi for the week, and we were definitely able to enjoy our trip more knowing that Mochi was in good hands! We got pictures and updates daily, and Mochi said she had a great week :) We will definitely book with Tiffany for our next trip!”
“Janexis and Zach were wonderful with helping take care of my reactive and anxious pit mix, Minnie. They sent just the right amount of updates, and she looked so happy and at home with each picture! They kept me at ease the entire time. They were also flexible when I needed to extend their care, and left my place cleaner than I left for them! I will definitely use them to care for my pup in the future.”
“Danielle is a delight! We feel so lucky to have found her! Our two retired racing greyhounds, Luna & Cosmo, adore her as much as we do. We were hesitant to leave for a mini-vacation without having used Rover before. Danielle put us at complete ease immediately. We didn't have single worry while we were away. She feels like an extension to the family. We feel absolutely comfortable having her stay in our home with our two pups repeatedly! Thank you Rover for getting us in contact with Danielle; and thank you Danielle for being a perfect friend to Luna & Cosmo!”
“Olivine was absolutely wonderful! Our Copper was grieving the loss of her little sister and she really went out of her way to give her extra attention and cuddles. We couldn’t be more grateful.”
“This was our first time using Rover, and Hayden made the whole experience incredibly easy and stress-free. From the beginning, Hayden put us at ease with clear communication and genuine care for our dogs, Xander and Evangeline. When we returned, our pups were happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. We’re so grateful for Hayden’s help and would absolutely book with him again!”
“Pat house-sat with my three pugs recently and she did a fantastic job. They were all happy and well cared for when I came back. One of my dogs is elderly with incontinence and mobility issues. He is a very high maintenance doggy but I feel really good about her attention to detail in administering medications, reapplying bandages and addressing the incontinence concerns. She did a great job and I highly recommend her.”
First Place pet parents share their Rover experiences
Annabelle did an amazing job, house sitting and pet sitting our elderly dog and rambunctious kitty. She gave us regular updates with photos and responded quickly to messages. We felt that our babies were very well cared for ❤️. We would love to work with Annabelle again!
Shane was great. He sent me photos and videos while I was away. Gave my eldest dog her antibiotics. The dogs seemed a little too happy that I was gone. It was also the week of both his and wife’s birthdays, so I appreciated the sacrifices he made for them/us. He took the trashcan up my driveway for collection and brought in the mail too. Also, the house was very clean when I got back. All very much appreciated by me.
What started as a work trip turned into a SKZOO animal party featuring my three girls: Heidi, Nel, and Gwyen. Heidi was my biggest concern leaving — she’s a 13-year-old senior dog undergoing cancer treatment with a strict medication schedule. Cameryn handled it without a hitch. Gwyen is an asthmatic cat who absolutely refuses her medicine — she’s a fighter in every sense. Nel is a young, highly energetic “chaos gremlin,” also known as a German Shorthaired Pointer. Cameryn successfully kept all three happy, healthy, and entertained: a senior dog with complex medical needs, a cat who turns medication time into a battle, and a full-speed chaos gremlin — and they were probably better behaved than the actual SKZOO. I’m so grateful for her care and highly recommend her to any pet parent, K-pop girlie or not. 🐥🐺🐰🐨🐷🦊🐶🦜
Having Michaela was the best dog/house sitter experience. She was perfect with our three big dogs who can be a handful at times. She is very attentive to each dogs needs, quirks, and behaviours. She sent photos and updates each day to put us at ease. Walked/played with them multiple times a day. She even left a sweet card with their paw prints and pictures of them. So thoughtful and left the house cleaner than when we left. 10/10 recommend.
Lynette was absolutely amazing! She stayed with our pup while we were out of town and she was very communicative. We got puppy pictures everyday and she was very quick to respond. She even came back to let him out when our flight was delayed. She is my first call next time I need a dog sitter!
The most exceptional sitter, communicator, and wealth of great doggy resources. Thank you Christine for always taking such good care of our pup, AND our home. We always know our guy is in the best of hands when we’re gone, and appreciate your communication and commitment to his care. Thank you!!
Alex in now my go-to sitter for my Aussie. I really appreciate his clear and reliable communication, and I come home to a dog who is happy and well cared for and a tidy house. It's a relief to have someone I trust to take good care of my little dude when I go away.
Tashi and I connected as I had a last minute cancellation of another dog sisters and wow so glad Tashi could take the job instead! Great energy right away with our dog, and communication throughout time away was consistent and helpful! Would absolutely rebook!
Bryan was amazing! Everything about the experience was perfect. I was worried about leaving my dog with a sitter for the first time, but so thankful to find Bryan. He kept me informed with pictures and text of my dog, Jack. Jack can be shy of strangers, but he seemed to really bond with Bryan. Bryan also took wonderful care of my house, and left it immaculate. I would use Bryan again in a heartbeat, and whole heartily recommend him as a sitter for all your pet care needs! Thank you so much, Bryan!
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
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 First Place.
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. First Place 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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