House Sitting in Highland Pines, Tampa
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About: Experience dog sitter with an overflowing love for all pets. I would love to help you take care of your pet and love them as if they were my own! I've owned and cared for dogs from a very young age and love being around them. I am located in the downtown/channelside area, so I can get to wherever in a pinch! I also work remotely with flexible work hours, so I am looking to fill time throughout my week caring for your pet or house sitting. My fiancé and I aren't quite in the point of life to have our own dog, so I get my fix of pets and cuddles through the pets of others! I work remotely Monday-Friday with flexible hours that allow me the ability to be active with your pet throughout the day, take them on multiple walks if needed, and offer extra cuddles/play time! I will ensure that your pets are taken care of as if they were my own! I love to provide clients with daily photo and text updates, especially if owners are on vacation or away for multiple nights. As mentioned, I have a very flexible work schedule with very few meetings, so I can provide your pet the necessary attention and exercise during the day! This also allows me to stick to your dog's routine if they have a certain structure they are used to.

“Olivia was absolutely amazing! She took such great care of my dog and my home while I was away. I came back to a happy pup and a spotless house, which was such a relief after traveling. She was also incredibly accommodating when my flights got delayed and stayed an extra night with no hesitation. It gave me real peace of mind knowing my dog was in such caring and responsible hands. Highly recommend Olivia—she’s the best!”


“Nusa was on time and cared for my pup according to the instructions given. She was respectful of me and my space. And she is very flexible and willing to help!”


“Janiellee was AMAZING with our 2 dogs! She watched out them during our wedding weekend. We were somewhat nervous, as they’ve only ever stayed with family members before. Janiellee was more than happy to do a Meet and Greet, asked lots of questions and was super thorough to ensure that we felt comfortable leaving them with her. She ensured the dogs were well taken care of, and happy. She provided lots of updates as requested, and we came home to a clean house and happy dogs. We were able to completely relax and enjoy our big day knowing that our pups were in great hands. We will definitely book with Janiellee again next time!”

“As a dog owner, I can't express enough how grateful I am to Sarah and Alvin for watching over my puppy Mia for the second time. They truly went above and beyond to ensure Mia's comfort and happiness while I was away. From the moment they arrived, Mia's tail was wagging non-stop, indicating her excitement to see them again. It was clear that she formed a strong bond with them during her previous sitting. Sarah and Alvin were incredibly attentive to Mia's needs, providing her with plenty of playtime, walks, and cuddles. They even sent me regular updates and photos, which eased my mind and allowed me to fully present at work. When I arrived home, Mia was happy and fully ready for bed. I highly recommend their services to any pet owner looking for trustworthy and loving caregivers for their furry friends.”


“Jordan was fantastic! She arrived promptly and sent us photos of the pups to let us know she was there and the pups were well :). She continued to send us photos (and she got some great shots) in a way that was comforting and just the right amount. The house was in great shape when we got home. It was such a relief to know that our dogs were in their own environment. We are all looking forward to our next opportunity to have Jordan do a drop in visit or stay when we travel.”


“Mariana was an absolute gem! She cared for our two dogs in-home and immediately made them feel comfortable with her warm, friendly, and loving energy. She kept us updated with adorable photo check-ins and her communication was always clear and prompt. Our pups were happy and relaxed when we returned—it’s clear she treated them like her own. I’ll definitely be booking her again!!”


“Whitney went above and beyond to communicate and put me at ease while I was out of town. She took the best care of my two dogs and included daily update texts and pictures. She was a great communicator and I felt so comfortable partnering with her. I would recommend Whitney to anyone and will be working with her again!”


“Rhoda was wonderful with my boy Benny! He clearly was content and happy, she communicated with texts & photos regularly & took great care of all while house sitting. Will definitely request her again!”


“Zach was incredibly professional and a great communicator. He listened intently to my pets routines and made sure they each had their needs met.”


“Mary and Connie were absolutely amazing. The care and companionship they provided to our fur babies exceeded all of our expectations. Our home was treated as if it was theirs and was found better than we left it. You can’t go wrong with this amazing duo. They are now part of our family, wether they like it or not :)”


“Brooke watched our golden and our home for two weeks and was amazing! She sent lots of pictures and updates. After our first long vacation sitter was a disaster last year it was wonderful not worrying about a thing! We will definitely book her again!”


About: I recently graduated USF with an animal biology degree and have been around animals since I was little. I have been petsitting for several years. I have experience fostering puppies and kittens for the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. I was also a puppy raiser for Southeastern Guide Dogs. I have my own pets as well. So I have experience with all different animals and ages. I have a very flexible schedule. I am typically available any times throughout the week and most weekends. Let me know what times you would need and I am happy to accommodate. I am able to take your dog on however long of a walk you’d like. I can play fetch/games or cuddle with them. Whatever they need.

“Savanah was fantastic with our two dogs while we were out of town. When she sent photo and video updates, I could see how relaxed and happy my babies were with her. Normally one of the two is shy, sneaks away to sleep elsewhere in the home, doesn’t eat his food for a day or so but Savanah has the magic touch and he was so comfortable around her! It made my heart happy and I felt at peace knowing our babies were being well cared for while we were out of town.”


About: As a lifelong big guy and animal lover, I bring calm, confident, consistent care to pets of all sizes and ages with experience with men's, mobility, grooming, and affection routines. I care for my own fur children but my current work doesn't require my attention for more than couple hours a day so I am very open to scheduling arrangements around any time frame. My girls thrive in a calm and consistent environment so that's exactly what I try my best to provide. I prioritize safety at all times, keeping steady routines, closely monitor behavior, and always using pet-safe products. I am always mindful of entrances (mostly not to hit my head) leashes, and feeding times, and I'll never leave pets unattended. I like to build trust with animals through quiet presence, patience, and clear intentions communicated. My goal is to make your animal companion feel secure, comfortable, and cared for like family.

“Laura took care of our senior dog that required a lot of patience and love. She was truly fantastic. Keeping us updated and being so punctual. Our baby Drogo enjoyed her company.”


About: Hi there! I’m a lifelong animal lover with 15+ years of experience in pet care. Growing up surrounded by animals, I helped my sister care for them and even taught my own puppy fun tricks like shaking paws and sneezing on command! While I don’t currently have a pet of my own, I cherish the opportunity to give your furry friend the love, attention, and care they deserve. Whether it’s walks, playtime, or cuddles, I’m here to make tails wag and keep everyone happy! When im not at work I love to set time aside to take care of your furry friends. My work schedule changes so we can discuss times that work best. R.E.S.P.E.C.T! Especially when it’s the first time meeting. I love meeting pets and respecting their boundaries is super important. Everyone is different so I always like to watch for signs to keep tails wagging.

“I know that my girls are happy that I am home. However I swear they keep running to the door looking for Rebecca. This makes me very happy. All 6 of our "kids" are happy and were well cared for. We have officially adopted Rebecca. So happy we tried Rover and found her!”
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Mariah G.
“Mariah was so helpful when I had her watch my pup!! She was good at communicating, asking questions so she knew exactly what to do, and sending pictures to keep me updated while I was OOT. I would highly recommend Mariah as a pet sitter/dog walker to anyone who needs one and would 100% use her services again.”


Olivia A.

“Olivia was absolutely amazing! She took such great care of my dog and my home while I was away. I came back to a happy pup and a spotless house, which was such a relief after traveling. She was also incredibly accommodating when my flights got delayed and stayed an extra night with no hesitation. It gave me real peace of mind knowing my dog was in such caring and responsible hands. Highly recommend Olivia—she’s the best!”


Nusa S.Star Sitter

“Nusa was on time and cared for my pup according to the instructions given. She was respectful of me and my space. And she is very flexible and willing to help!”


Janiellee A.Star Sitter
“Janiellee was AMAZING with our 2 dogs! She watched out them during our wedding weekend. We were somewhat nervous, as they’ve only ever stayed with family members before. Janiellee was more than happy to do a Meet and Greet, asked lots of questions and was super thorough to ensure that we felt comfortable leaving them with her. She ensured the dogs were well taken care of, and happy. She provided lots of updates as requested, and we came home to a clean house and happy dogs. We were able to completely relax and enjoy our big day knowing that our pups were in great hands. We will definitely book with Janiellee again next time!”


Sarah & Alvin H.

“As a dog owner, I can't express enough how grateful I am to Sarah and Alvin for watching over my puppy Mia for the second time. They truly went above and beyond to ensure Mia's comfort and happiness while I was away. From the moment they arrived, Mia's tail was wagging non-stop, indicating her excitement to see them again. It was clear that she formed a strong bond with them during her previous sitting. Sarah and Alvin were incredibly attentive to Mia's needs, providing her with plenty of playtime, walks, and cuddles. They even sent me regular updates and photos, which eased my mind and allowed me to fully present at work. When I arrived home, Mia was happy and fully ready for bed. I highly recommend their services to any pet owner looking for trustworthy and loving caregivers for their furry friends.”


Jordan P.Star Sitter

“Jordan was fantastic! She arrived promptly and sent us photos of the pups to let us know she was there and the pups were well :). She continued to send us photos (and she got some great shots) in a way that was comforting and just the right amount. The house was in great shape when we got home. It was such a relief to know that our dogs were in their own environment. We are all looking forward to our next opportunity to have Jordan do a drop in visit or stay when we travel.”


Mariana & Daniela O.


“Mariana was an absolute gem! She cared for our two dogs in-home and immediately made them feel comfortable with her warm, friendly, and loving energy. She kept us updated with adorable photo check-ins and her communication was always clear and prompt. Our pups were happy and relaxed when we returned—it’s clear she treated them like her own. I’ll definitely be booking her again!!”


Whitney P.Star Sitter

“Whitney went above and beyond to communicate and put me at ease while I was out of town. She took the best care of my two dogs and included daily update texts and pictures. She was a great communicator and I felt so comfortable partnering with her. I would recommend Whitney to anyone and will be working with her again!”


Rhoda S.Star Sitter

“Rhoda was wonderful with my boy Benny! He clearly was content and happy, she communicated with texts & photos regularly & took great care of all while house sitting. Will definitely request her again!”


Zach M.

“Zach was incredibly professional and a great communicator. He listened intently to my pets routines and made sure they each had their needs met.”


Mary K.


“Mary and Connie were absolutely amazing. The care and companionship they provided to our fur babies exceeded all of our expectations. Our home was treated as if it was theirs and was found better than we left it. You can’t go wrong with this amazing duo. They are now part of our family, wether they like it or not :)”


Brooke B.

“Brooke watched our golden and our home for two weeks and was amazing! She sent lots of pictures and updates. After our first long vacation sitter was a disaster last year it was wonderful not worrying about a thing! We will definitely book her again!”


Carly G.
About: I recently graduated USF with an animal biology degree and have been around animals since I was little. I have been petsitting for several years. I have experience fostering puppies and kittens for the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. I was also a puppy raiser for Southeastern Guide Dogs. I have my own pets as well. So I have experience with all different animals and ages. I have a very flexible schedule. I am typically available any times throughout the week and most weekends. Let me know what times you would need and I am happy to accommodate. I am able to take your dog on however long of a walk you’d like. I can play fetch/games or cuddle with them. Whatever they need.


Savanah B.

“Savanah was fantastic with our two dogs while we were out of town. When she sent photo and video updates, I could see how relaxed and happy my babies were with her. Normally one of the two is shy, sneaks away to sleep elsewhere in the home, doesn’t eat his food for a day or so but Savanah has the magic touch and he was so comfortable around her! It made my heart happy and I felt at peace knowing our babies were being well cared for while we were out of town.”


Ryan C.
“Ryan has watched my two cats on several occasions when I’m out of town .He has been great every time I come home to a clean kitty litter box He makes sure they have plenty of water He know the routine of mother dry and wet food at different times of the day He also will stay a while and play with the cats He’s very dependable.”


Laura C.

“Laura took care of our senior dog that required a lot of patience and love. She was truly fantastic. Keeping us updated and being so punctual. Our baby Drogo enjoyed her company.”


Alexandra C.
“Alexandra is a wonderful pet sitter. She loves animals and is very caring. She dog sat for me and my dog fell in love with her. If dogs could write she would give her 5 Stars. I highly recommend her.”


Rebecca A.

“I know that my girls are happy that I am home. However I swear they keep running to the door looking for Rebecca. This makes me very happy. All 6 of our "kids" are happy and were well cared for. We have officially adopted Rebecca. So happy we tried Rover and found her!”


Alexus G.

“Amazing job as always! Updated me about my pup with check ins and pictures. Left my home better than when I left. Cannot recommend a better sitter!”


Jessie F.

“Jessie took notes during our meet & greet, followed instructions, and, most importantly, Scarlett had a great time! Highly recommend for house sitting!”
Highland Pines pet parents share their Rover experiences
Paige & Nathan were absolutely wonderful house sitters for our two golden retrievers, Parker and Jackson! They were communicative, respectful of our home, and most importantly, gave our pups so much love and attention. We came home to two very happy dogs and a spotless house. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for kind, reliable sitters!

Laura took care of our senior dog that required a lot of patience and love. She was truly fantastic. Keeping us updated and being so punctual. Our baby Drogo enjoyed her company.

Samantha takes such great care of my dog, Jackson! She is very communicative, always updating with photos, and takes great care of my home. So thankful I found her!

We had a great experience with Amanda staying at our house to care for our dog while traveling! She was attentive to Lizzys needs, communicative, and respectful of our home. You can tell she loves caring for animals! We will definitely reach out for future needs!

Sydney is always so communicative and caring of our little pup. Our dog is older and is a bit more hands on these days, she is great in being patient and taking good care of him.

Lexi did a great job house sitting and looking after Maple and Willow. She treated the pups with love and respected our home. We’d highly recommend Lexi☺️

Lexi did amazing with our brand new puppy! So appreciative of her and the care she took of our sweet girl!

Daphne was a fantastic sitter and companion to our dog during our weekend away! We met with her a couple of weeks prior to the sitting date and she immediately bonded with our dog. She asked a lot of questions and showed a genuine interest in her quirks, personality, routine, etc. She arrived right on time at the start of the sitting and proceeded to send us lots of pictures and updates throughout her stay. We had a less-than-ideal sitter previously so we were a little nervous but Daphne put us at ease right away. We will absolutely be booking her again next time the need arises! She treated our dog like her own family and we greatly appreciate that.

Debora was an excellent companion for Olivia. She provided us with updates and photos throughout the day and upon arrival gave us a summary of Olivia's activities during the day. Will rebook her services again.

Susy was great and available for a last minute dog sitting! She sent us so many cute pics and videos of our girl. Gave her all the cuddles she needed!!! Will def use Susy again!

Carolina was very communicative, and took such great care of our two dogs while we were away for the holidays! 100% would recommend her for house sitting, walks, etc. Thank you, Carolina!!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Highland Pines is $35
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Highland Pines on Rover as of Jul 2025 was about $35 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 Highland Pines.
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. Highland Pines 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.
