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“Jeffrey was amazing with our puppy! It was our first time leaving her and we were super nervous about it. Jeffrey communicated everything and sent reassuring photos while we were away. Our puppy loved Jeffrey and we are already looking to book him again!”
“Savannah took great care of my dogs for the week, and responded very quickly any time I reached out. She sent updates daily and my dogs loved spending the week with her!”
“Sara was amazing! She was so sweet and friendly with our dogs and cat! She was kind, on time & left our house better than she found it. We are so grateful to have had Sara care for our babies!”
“This is the second time Sky watched our dogs. We have been totally satisfied and pleased with her service. We feel our dogs are getting great care and attention; Sky loves our dogs and they love her. Sky is good at sending pictures and updates and answers my emails promptly. Sky also attends to other requests such as watering plants. We highly recommend Sky.”
About: I've had animals most of my life from puppies to pound mutts and full blooded and senior dogs. I make sure to encourage play and positive training. I currently work from home so I spend lots of time with family pets, old roommate animals and friends pets. Lately it's been waking up to 3 small dogs my parents have. I make sure to follow any rules stated by the original owner. It can range from crate training, socialization, cleaning, walking or using the client's home.
“Kyra recently stayed at our home and took care of our Bernedoodle and cat. She was absolutely fabulous! She sent daily pictures and kept us well informed, played with Bella and loved on Luna. We will definitely use her again!”
“Kathryn was so amazing with our high maintenance pup. We received daily updates and pics. When we came home he was happy to see us but looked like he had a great time without us. The house also looked great. Kathryn even left some music on for Theo which she knew that he loves. Thank you so much Kathryn!”
“Haylee was great with our fur babies! Always kept us informed and shared pictures a few times a day. Nala is very high energy and Haylee was great and took her out as needed to get that energy out. Winston required a slower pace and meds and she was great caring for him as well. We’ll certainly book with Haylee again!”
“We were visiting Damascus VA to bike the VA Creeper Trail and needed someone to stay in our camper with our dog because he has some separation issues. She was there on time, he immediately went to her. She was friendly and caring. When we returned three hours later, he was happy, wagging and tired. She relieved our minds so we could do what we planned and know our pup was in good hands. Highly recommend.”
“Chris agreed to stay with kiddos on a last minute notice and we are so thankful! He kept us updated throughout the day and sent pictures. Our boys were zonked out after spending the day with him!”
“Katelyn was truly lovely! She has a wonderful disposition & our pups loved her. She took excellent care of them & respected our home. I will absolutely welcome her back any time.”
“Emily was amazing!! My older dog has bad separation anxiety and this was my puppy’s first time away from Mom overnight. I was a little nervous but my girls adored Emily. She clearly communicated what she needed as far as instructions and care notes and sent a few updates while we were away. My girls were not near as upset with me for leaving them as expected, which always makes me feel better. Will definitely book Emily again!!!!”
“As previously, Bri was amazing. I knew my pups were in good hands while I was gone and could relax on my trip knowing Bri would care for them as they were her own. thank you !”
About: I have owned/cared for dogs, cats, hamsters, fish, chickens, ducks and turkeys. I enjoy animals and give them love, attention and affection as they need. I’m looking for occasional schedule. This allows me to pet sit your babies at your home or in my home during the week and weekend. I have an unfenced yard but lots of room for your animal to walk, run or relax. Plenty of shaded areas and pup pools too.
“Anna was awesome !! She took care of our 4 dogs and our home for 8 days while we were on a trip. She sent multiple updates and pictures of our babies the whole time, and always replied quickly. We also came home to our blankets already washed, which made our night a lot easier after a full day of traveling. Thank you for taking on our crazy household !”
About: I have provided care for multiple dogs and I enjoy it! Neighbors and friends have counted on me to walk, feed, and play with their pets! I am currently working a summer job, and I am able to get three days off a week (or more if needed), so I would love to help! I am able to stop by multiple times a day to one’s home and provide check-ups as needed! I am also able to crate the dog if necessary!
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Jeffrey B.Star Sitter
“Jeffrey was amazing with our puppy! It was our first time leaving her and we were super nervous about it. Jeffrey communicated everything and sent reassuring photos while we were away. Our puppy loved Jeffrey and we are already looking to book him again!”
Savannah J.Star Sitter
“Savannah took great care of my dogs for the week, and responded very quickly any time I reached out. She sent updates daily and my dogs loved spending the week with her!”
Sara M.
“Sara was amazing! She was so sweet and friendly with our dogs and cat! She was kind, on time & left our house better than she found it. We are so grateful to have had Sara care for our babies!”
Isabel B.
“She took great care of my Great Dane when I was out of town!!!”
Kaitlyn S.
“I've used Kaitlyn twice now and she does a wonderful job with my two reactive pups.”
Sky S.
“This is the second time Sky watched our dogs. We have been totally satisfied and pleased with her service. We feel our dogs are getting great care and attention; Sky loves our dogs and they love her. Sky is good at sending pictures and updates and answers my emails promptly. Sky also attends to other requests such as watering plants. We highly recommend Sky.”
Josh W.
“Josh watched my two dogs for me for a weekend. He is a very caring compassionate dog sitter. I highly recommend him for all your animal needs.”
Kyra R.
“Kyra recently stayed at our home and took care of our Bernedoodle and cat. She was absolutely fabulous! She sent daily pictures and kept us well informed, played with Bella and loved on Luna. We will definitely use her again!”
Hannah S.
“Hannah did such an awesome job with Kodak defunct use her next time I have to go out of town. Excellent with Kodak.”
Kathryn P.
“Kathryn was so amazing with our high maintenance pup. We received daily updates and pics. When we came home he was happy to see us but looked like he had a great time without us. The house also looked great. Kathryn even left some music on for Theo which she knew that he loves. Thank you so much Kathryn!”
Haylee L.
“Haylee was great with our fur babies! Always kept us informed and shared pictures a few times a day. Nala is very high energy and Haylee was great and took her out as needed to get that energy out. Winston required a slower pace and meds and she was great caring for him as well. We’ll certainly book with Haylee again!”
Jessye A.
“We were visiting Damascus VA to bike the VA Creeper Trail and needed someone to stay in our camper with our dog because he has some separation issues. She was there on time, he immediately went to her. She was friendly and caring. When we returned three hours later, he was happy, wagging and tired. She relieved our minds so we could do what we planned and know our pup was in good hands. Highly recommend.”
Chris K.
“Chris agreed to stay with kiddos on a last minute notice and we are so thankful! He kept us updated throughout the day and sent pictures. Our boys were zonked out after spending the day with him!”
Katelyn B.
“Katelyn was truly lovely! She has a wonderful disposition & our pups loved her. She took excellent care of them & respected our home. I will absolutely welcome her back any time.”
Emily C.
“Emily was amazing!! My older dog has bad separation anxiety and this was my puppy’s first time away from Mom overnight. I was a little nervous but my girls adored Emily. She clearly communicated what she needed as far as instructions and care notes and sent a few updates while we were away. My girls were not near as upset with me for leaving them as expected, which always makes me feel better. Will definitely book Emily again!!!!”
Abriana M.Star Sitter
“As previously, Bri was amazing. I knew my pups were in good hands while I was gone and could relax on my trip knowing Bri would care for them as they were her own. thank you !”
Christy S.
“If you’re looking for someone who will care for your pets like they’re her own, look no further. Christy has a natural gift with animals, dogs, cats, you name it,and they seem to instantly trust her. She’s reliable, kind, and goes above and beyond to make sure every pet feels safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away. Whether it’s daily walks, playtime, or just giving your pet the attention they crave, you can count on her. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter who truly gets it when it comes to pet care.”
Nancy M.
“She took good care of our puppy duke”
Anna S.
“Anna was awesome !! She took care of our 4 dogs and our home for 8 days while we were on a trip. She sent multiple updates and pictures of our babies the whole time, and always replied quickly. We also came home to our blankets already washed, which made our night a lot easier after a full day of traveling. Thank you for taking on our crazy household !”
Andi B.
About: I have provided care for multiple dogs and I enjoy it! Neighbors and friends have counted on me to walk, feed, and play with their pets! I am currently working a summer job, and I am able to get three days off a week (or more if needed), so I would love to help! I am able to stop by multiple times a day to one’s home and provide check-ups as needed! I am also able to crate the dog if necessary!
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Handy on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $40 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 Aug 2025, there are 180 house sitters in Handy. 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, 92% of Handy house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Handy have an average of 16 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Handy.
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. Handy 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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