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Sitter Profile Image: Jesse H.
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Jesse H.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
toccoa, GA, 30577

Jesse is great with our 3 dogs. We have an older dog who he's even had to carry up and down stairs. He's had great communication with us and left the house clean and the dogs are very happy!

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Jennifer C.
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$40
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4.7 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Highlands, NC, 28741

About: Hi there! I’m located just 8 minutes from downtown Highlands, North Carolina, on a quiet 10-acre property nestled in the woods and along a pristine watershed. It’s the perfect setting for dogs who love to explore, sniff, and enjoy peaceful surroundings. I’m a lifelong animal lover with experience caring for a wide range of pets, including our playful golden retriever puppy and five affectionate Sphynx cats. Whether your dog loves long walks, lounging in the sun, or playing fetch under a canopy of trees, they’ll feel right at home here. We offer a calm, loving environment with plenty of space to roam and a secure, covered porch for rest and relaxation. I work from home, so your dog will get lots of attention and care throughout the day. I’m also happy to accommodate any feeding schedules or medication needs. I look forward to welcoming your pup into our home and treating them like one of our own! As someone who works from home, caring for pets fits seamlessly into my daily routine. I’m home all day, which means your dog will receive consistent attention, supervision, and affection. Whether it’s morning walks, playtime breaks, or quiet cuddle sessions during the workday, I’m always nearby and tuned into your dog’s needs. Because I have the flexibility to manage my schedule, I can easily accommodate feeding times, potty breaks, medication schedules, or just extra one-on-one time when your pup needs a little extra love. It’s a calm, structured environment with lots of natural interaction throughout the day—perfect for dogs who enjoy companionship and routine. Hi there! I’m located just 8 minutes from downtown Highlands, North Carolina, on a quiet 10-acre property nestled in the woods and along a pristine watershed. It’s the perfect setting for dogs who love to explore, sniff, and enjoy peaceful surroundings. I’m a lifelong animal lover with experience caring for a wide range of pets, including our playful golden retriever puppy and five affectionate Sphynx cats. Whether your dog loves long walks, lounging in the sun, or playing fetch under a canopy of trees, they’ll feel right at home here. We offer a calm, loving environment with plenty of space to roam and a secure, covered porch for rest and relaxation. I work from home, so your dog will get lots of attention and care throughout the day. I’m also happy to accommodate any feeding schedules or medication needs. I look forward to welcoming your pup into our home and treating them like one of our own.

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Dixie B.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
11 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Otto, NC, 28763

Thank you, Dixie and Norwood, for taking such great care of our boys (Sorrow and Bandit) and home!! You are the best!!! From frequent updates to fastidious cleaning, we could not ask for more kind or attentive care. Thanks, again!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Pamela M.
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Pamela M.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
10 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Highlands, NC, 28741

Pamela is an outstanding dog sitter, and a lovely lady. She made sure that our dog, Pearl was as happy as can be all weekend. She took her on many walks and had lots of play time. I loved receiving all the pictures and updates. We look forward to using her many times in the future🐾

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Liz M.
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Lillie V.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Cullowhee, NC, 28723

Lillie was great with the dogs! She was reliable and communicative for our overnight booking. She was flexible when my plans changed and even tidied up the house! I left her detailed instructions which she followed seamlessly and she sent plenty of happy and cuddly dog pictures. She has quickly become my go-to sitter that I trust.

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Sitter Profile Image: Darby E.
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Darby E.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Sylva, NC, 28779

Darby is fantastic. She truly made our Mishka feel happy and loved. Its so important to see our dogs demeanor after time away and Mishka always looks content and well taken care of. Thank you Darby!

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Sitter Profile Image: Brinkley F.
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Brinkley F.
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$44
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4.9 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Cullowhee, NC, 28723

Brinkley was such a great sitter to our dogs and cat! She was very kind, communicative, and sent us pictures while we were away. We knew our pets were in good hands, and we would recommend her to anyone needing a pet sitter!

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Nadiesha Camille T.
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$100
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4 years of experience
Cashiers, NC, 28717

About: I offer calm, reliable care for both dogs and cats, tailoring my approach to each pet’s personality, routine, and needs. I have experience with energetic pets who benefit from structured exercise and enrichment, as well as senior pets who need a slower pace, patience, and gentle support. I’m also comfortable supporting anxious pets and maintaining familiar routines while their owners are away. I can administer basic medications, follow detailed care instructions, and maintain consistency with feeding, walks, litter care, and enrichment. I also have experience house sitting in a variety of homes and am comfortable maintaining discretion, care, and respect in each space as if it were my own. What sets me apart is my attentiveness and communication—I provide consistent updates so you always feel connected and reassured while you’re away. As a pet owner who has used Rover myself, I understand the importance of reliability, clear communication, and thoughtful photo updates in creating peace of mind while you’re traveling. I offer full availability throughout the week for pet care, including weekdays, weekends, and overnight stays, allowing me to provide consistent, attentive care for each booking. I can accommodate a wide range of routines and needs and prioritize reliability and clear communication for every stay. I provide care exclusively in my clients’ homes, where I prioritize maintaining each pet’s familiar routine and environment to reduce stress and ensure comfort. I follow all care instructions closely, including feeding schedules, exercise routines, medication needs, and household guidelines. I approach each home with respect and care and ensure the space is left clean, organized, and well-maintained. I’m mindful of safety at all times, including secure leash handling on walks, careful attention to doors and entry points, and ongoing awareness of each pet’s behavior and needs. My goal is to provide a calm, consistent presence so pets feel secure and well cared for in their own environment while owners are away.

Sitter Profile Image: Cheyenne G.
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Cheyenne G.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Bryson City, NC, 28713

About: Growing up I’ve always owned dogs and I love taking care of my own dog who has high needs. I love walking dogs and always enjoy seeing new dogs roaming about. I have a very open schedule, and that is why I was ready to start with Rover to kind of control my own scheduling. My week is open for plenty of dog walks or dropping visits for pets. I am excited to start working with you. I have one dog and two cats. I walk my dog at least five times a day. She is a terrier and needs extra exercise. I have two cats who are indoor. I change their litter box weekly and scoop it daily. Keeping a good hygiene for cats is extremely important for your home so I value that very much. My pets names are Oreo for my dog Millie and pumpkin on my cats.

Sitter Profile Image: Ginger T.
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Ginger T.
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$100
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4.9 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
11 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Horse Shoe, NC, 28742

Ginger is very tidy, responsive and made me feel at ease while I was away from my senior dogs. I loved her photos and communication was great! I will definitely reach out to Ginger first for my next trip.

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Sitter Profile Image: Leandra C.
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Leandra C.
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$150
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
2 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Cashiers, NC, 28717

Leandra was an amazing sitter for our many dogs! We had lots of instructions and she followed them perfectly. She took photos and videos, and she communicated with me very well! I’d be happy to book her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Anne-Elizabeth W.
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Anne-Elizabeth W.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
5 years of experience
Highlands, NC, 28741

Took good care of our girls!

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Sitter Profile Image: Yolanda G.
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Yolanda G.
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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
10 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Cleveland, GA, 30528

Great Service Took good care of house and furry friends

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Sitter Profile Image: Caroline R.
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Caroline R.
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$89
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
30 years of experience
Franklin, NC, 28734

About: I have always loved animals both dogs and cats. I have lots of patience with puppies and training all the way to senior dogs with limited mobility. I am skilled in understanding the personality of dogs and cats and how to best adapt my energy to make sure they are attuned to in a soft, gentle way. I am fit and in shape for those puppy and energetic dogs that need a longer walk as well. Would be honored to take care of your fur babies while you are away. I have had dogs for over 30+years :) Available to help your pet 7 days of the week! For House Sitting - I can be there the full amount of time as I work remote making sure I can take your fur baby out at all intervals throughout the day! I offer sweet energy to meet and greet your pet so that it feels comfortable going as slow as needed for your pet to feel comfortable. I am tuned in to your pets needs and respond with love and affection.

Sitter Profile Image: Leigh J.
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Leigh J.
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$90
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4.9 out of 5 stars
75 reviews
30 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Whittier, NC, 28789

Leigh took such great care of the pups and the house for a week — she kept us updated and made sure the doggos got plenty of good loving and attention, and left the house looking great! Thank you so much!

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Sitter Profile Image: Michelle V.
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Michelle V.
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$100
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4.9 out of 5 stars
106 reviews
23 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Bryson City, NC, 28713

100/10 the best!! i was so worried about leaving my baby but she reassured me that everything was going to be okay & she updated me so many times letting me know what he was up to & sending me so many photos:) would def recommend if you’re looking for a sitter!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Amanda B.
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Amanda B.
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$125
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
6 years of experience
Highlands, NC, 28741

Our experience with Mary as our dog sitter was first rate. She took excellent care of our Havanese, Gucci. She stayed at our home overnight and she was exceptional. She is very kind, trustworthy and our dog didn’t even realize we were away due to Mary’s sweet demeanor with her. We will call on Mary again when the need arises. We highly recommend her without hesitation.

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Sketcher M.
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$40
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15 years of experience
Clemson, SC, 29631

About: I have a Bachelor's degree in Zoology, and Associates degree in Science and have cared for other peoples pets since I was 17 (August, 3 2026 I'll be 22) besides caring for my parents dogs and cats. I have expireance with special care needs like diabetic pets who need to be given insulin shots, elderly dogs with oral pills they would rather not take, and bouncing puppies who need to let out alot of energy. I also have owned many animals since I was little with minimal parental help. These animals include dogs, cats, snakes, mice, rats, fish, birds, spiders, and frogs. I have experience in highschool vet care and college lab and field experience in herpetology, ornithology, and ictheology. Your fur babies will love spending their time with me when you can't be there. I just graduated college and would love to make money doing somthing I'm good at; careing for animals. Since I just graduated and don't have another job currently I'm free at most times and would love to be of service to you. I will give my undivided attention to make sure your animal is happy and well cared for. I can take your dog to the dog park, and if you want I can bring my dog over for them to play. Dog/cat's needs and feed schedules can be precise. When I was caring for my aunts Diabetic cat I had to feed half of a 1/4 cup give him his insulin shot then feed the other half, this had to happen at 6am and 6pm exactly. The shot had to go into his opposite hip every time (left morning, right afternoon). I hope to offer your pet similarly the best care imaginable.

Sitter Profile Image: Leyana P.
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Leyana P.
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$85
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5 years of experience
Cullowhee, NC, 28723

About: I love dogs. I will put all my attention to taking care of your pet and keep certain routines in place. I will continue training that has already been put in place. Dog walks will be extensive. Can be firm and strict but also loving and tolerable. Available most hours. I have a pretty flexible schedule free for pet watching. I will feed dogs according to schedule. I can do over night sitting any time. I am willing to drive mostly anywhere. Just need some extra money. I am very flexible with my schedule and can work as much as I can. I look forward to doing business with you Pet care fits into my schedule perfectly seeing as i have a dog and a cat myself and i enjoy spending all my time with them. I have a nice big backyard and i also have a large crate of my own if need be. Walks daily and play time is important

Sitter Profile Image: Wendy T.
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Wendy T.
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$75
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20 years of experience
Franklin, NC, 28734

About: I have always had a dog that I could share adventures with. I know the feeling when you are busy with work and need a reliable dog walker or house sitter that will care for your dog just as you would. Now that I have time, I would like to help others with that. I am available to housesit your dog most any weekend and beginning June 1 through August 15th, I am available to house sit most anytime. I have been a teacher for 20 years, so safety is always at the center of each decision. If I were caring for a dog in another family's home, I would be mindful of security, house alarms, locks, and also what the pet could possibly get into inside the home that could be dangerous. I would follow all requests and procedures in the home indicated by the family.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Pamela is an outstanding dog sitter, and a lovely lady. She made sure that our dog, Pearl was as happy as can be all weekend. She took her on many walks and had lots of play time. I loved receiving all the pictures and updates. We look forward to using her many times in the future🐾

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Liz M.
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Pamela was wonderful! Kept in touch with pictures and comments. Zoey was very happy when we returned. That counts the most!

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Becky W.
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Highlands on Rover as of Jun 2026 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.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 79 house sitters in Highlands. 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, 86% of Highlands house sitters respond in under an hour.

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 Highlands.

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. Highlands 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

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