House Sitting in Hillcrest
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Kristin was great with our puppy Luna! She clearly has a lot of experience with puppies that's invaluable! She's joyful and has the perfect disposition to take her of dogs. Would hire her again any time!”

“Allison took great care of our dog! Junie has separation anxiety and takes medicine every morning and night, and it was so great to know she was in good hands with Allison. We got daily updates on how everything was going, and Allison was always quick to respond to texts. Our house was also in perfect condition when we got home, with all towels and dishes washed. It’s always such a relief to find a good pet sitter, and I’m so glad we found Allison!”

“Kaitie did an awesome job of house sitting and keeping our two dogs company while we traveled for eight days! Everything was great but the most unexpectedly great thing was the quality of the pictures she took of the dogs. We were 100% pleased and hope to re-hire her in the not too distant future.”


“Eucalyptus was fantastic, she was so patient with everyone, took time to make sure all the dogs felt loved, kept up with all the routines, and made it the least stressful she could for everyone. Definitely will be using her services again.”

“Shelby took great care of my pup and house while I was out of town. She accommodated a very last minute request and I came back to a happy dog and very tidy house. Would recommend!”

“Evelyn was amazing. She sat for both of our pups during the holidays and kept us thoroughly informed throughout the booking. She left our apartment spotless and took excellent care of our two dogs. We have had previous sitters who left the pups alone for long stretches of time but Evelyn spent most/all of the booking actually with our dogs. I will highly recommend her!”


“Sarah is fantastic!!! She is very friendly and engaging which eased my mind about leaving my dog. She sent pictures and left messages about how he was doing. We would hire Sarah again without hesitation.”


“Elijah did an amazing job staying over in our house for several days with our Pomeranian. He regularly sent is photos and videos and followed all our instructions on how to take care of pup. Definitely recommend as professional sitter and will contact him in future!”

About: Back in the Netherlands, I grew up surrounded by animals and have always loved caring for them. My family had a flat-coated retriever, a golden retriever, two cats, a rabbit, and fish, so being around pets has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I’m comfortable with both dogs and cats, and I have experience helping train dogs and caring for pets with different personalities and needs. I’m patient, attentive, and genuinely enjoy spending time with animals, whether that means going for a walk, playing, feeding, or simply keeping them company. Since moving to San Diego, I really miss having animals around, which is why Rover feels like such a great fit for me. I would love to give your pet the same care, attention, and affection I would give my own. I currently have a flexible schedule, which allows me to give pets plenty of time, attention, and care throughout the day. I’m available for walks, drop-in visits, playtime, feeding, and keeping pets company depending on their routine and needs. I understand that every pet has their own schedule, so I’m happy to follow your instructions closely, whether that means specific walk times, feeding routines, medication reminders, or extra cuddles and attention. I always want pets to feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. In a client’s home, I will follow your instructions carefully and respect your space, your pet’s routine, and any house rules. I’ll make sure doors, gates, leashes, food, water, and any special care instructions are handled responsibly. I know how important trust is when someone cares for your pet, so I will treat your pet with patience, kindness, and attention. I’m also happy to send updates and photos so you know your pet is doing well while you’re away.
“Ricardo did a fantastic job watching my Doberman puppy for me. He took him running! And made sure he got tons of exercise. I wasn’t expecting that, so I was very pleasantly surprised!”


“Debbie took excellent care of our precious cat, and communicated frequently with updates and photos! She followed all instructions well and displayed confidence in her work, which added to our confidence in her! It was such a relief to know that our cat was in such good hands with someone with so much experience with, as well as love for animals. Debbie was also the perfect house sitter; everything clean and tidy when we returned. We are so glad we have found her! Highly recommend!”

“Rosalinda is great! She has walked my pup, aeriel, multiple times and has now house sat with her for a while week while I was out of town.Aeriel is an older dog that requires a lot of attention, and has food and medicine requirements; Aeriel is also dog aggressive and Rosalinda asked the questions to make sure she kept my pup and other animals safe. She took excellent care of her and treated her and my house with care and respect. I actually think my house is cleaner than before I left. She kept me updated with pictures every day and if there were any questions she reached out. I would use Rosalinda again in a heartbeat if I ever needed someone to house sit or walk ariel. She is amazing!”

“Evelyn stayed with our pup for 5 days. She kept us updated with everything and sent photos (which I love!!). She is thoughtful and considerate and I felt at ease having her in my home while we were away. Dakota got so many cuddles and walks. Already booking her again.”


“Anna is very friendly and our dogs were very comfortable with her. She communicates well and kept our dogs and home safe while we were away. I highly recommend her and will be reaching out to her again for future dog sitting needs.”


“Valeria was absolutely wonderful! My pup settled in quickly and looked completely at home in her care and she kept me updated with photos and messages throughout his stay. She was also incredibly accommodating as plans changed and went above and beyond to help make sure Beau was safe, comfortable, and well cared for.”
Over 5,377 pet parents in Hillcrest have booked house sitting
Hillcrest pet parents share their Rover experiences
Sarah was absolutely wonderful with my dog, Marshall. She was incredibly attentive to his needs, took great care of him, and gave me complete peace of mind while I was away. One thing I especially appreciated was how communicative she was throughout the stay. She sent lots of great photos and updates, which made it easy to see that Marshall was happy, comfortable, and well cared for. It was clear that she genuinely enjoys spending time with animals and takes her responsibilities seriously. Sarah was also extremely respectful of my home and left everything spotless and exactly as she found it. It’s such a relief to find someone who is not only excellent with pets but also so considerate and trustworthy in your space. I would happily book with Sarah again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and professional pet sitter.

Valeria was absolutely wonderful! My pup settled in quickly and looked completely at home in her care and she kept me updated with photos and messages throughout his stay. She was also incredibly accommodating as plans changed and went above and beyond to help make sure Beau was safe, comfortable, and well cared for.
Sarah D. has been wonderful in caring for our pups and home while we travel. The relatively new dogs are still learning about their new surroundings and Sarah has been a huge help in their growth. Having someone as competent as Sara looking after our dogs is a great comfort during our travels.

I can’t say enough good things about Teresa and her amazing care for our dogs. This is the first time we’ve had an overnight sitter and she took such awesome care of our house and all of our animals! They looked so happy and relaxed in all the photos she sent (which were so cute!) and it really made our time away from them much easier. She even left a special butter balm for our Bulldog (whose crusty nose she fixed right up while we were away lol). I highly, highly recommend her services if you’re in need of a reliable pet sitter!

Halle was extremely responsible and attentive to Cooper and Milo and as an added bonus, took fantastic pictures which she sent us regularly to let us know all was well. Our house can be a little tricky to take care of and Halle was a real trooper when learning everything. I highly recommend her and plan to book her first when we need house/ pet sitting again..

So happy we found Kaitie! She completely exceeded our expectations. She sent the most amazing photos throughout the stay and kept communication open the whole time — it made being away so much easier knowing my guy was in good hands. When I came home, he was happy, relaxed, and clearly had the time of his life. The house was clean and tidy. We'll absolutely be booking her again!

Evelyn is a wonderful sitter! She is proactively communicative and sends lots of pictures. She was amazing with our two terriers, one of whom is a little skittish because she is a rescue. I would highly recommend Evelyn and will definitely be requesting that she watch our pups again in the future!

So thankful Jade was available to watch my dog and cat! Daily pictures were great and my pets looked so content with no anxiety when I got back. She handled all instructions even with my older pup. She also left the place beyond clean and I would absolutely hire her again. Highly recommend!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Hillcrest is $63
Why Choose Rover?
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
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Sitters in Hillcrest average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Hillcrest on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $63 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 Jun 2026, there are 6,782 house sitters in Hillcrest. 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, 83% of Hillcrest house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Hillcrest have an average of 14 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Hillcrest.
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. Hillcrest 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.














