House Sitting in Ithaca
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1. Sydney T.

“Sydney was amazing! We felt very comfortable and confident that our dogs and home would be well taken care of as she house sat for us while we were away on vacation. We would definitely recommend her services and hope to have her back for future needs as well.”


2. Cindy R.

“Cindy did an overnight for us and she was fantastic! She reached out with questions, which we appreciated as it ensured everyone was on track and being fed as they have come to expect. Cindy also responded to my text messages. The only evidence I had she was here is the toilet seat was up. :-) Cindy left the house in fantastic condition.”


3. Stephanie T.

“Very wonderful. She was polite and listened to all of our instructions. Our dogs loved her. She was very kind and loving with them. Highly recommend for your next dog sitting needs.”


4. Genesis L.

“We had Gen stay at our house for 4 days to watch our dog Stout and she did a great job! Stout bonded with her instantly and he didn't have any change in diet or mood when we were gone. We would definitely recommend her and plan on using her again!”


5. Cindy C.

“Cindy was fantastic! She went above and beyond to make sure our fur baby felt comfortable while we were away. She was professional, punctual and made us feel 100% at ease while we were away. Highly recommended ❤️”


6. Alana C.
“Alana has owned snd responsibly cared for animals her whole life. She is always showing them love. It does not matter what kind of animal or where she is, Alana can be seen giving the animals some love. No stray has crossed her path that she hasn’t taken in and worked tirelessly to find the owner. When there has been no luck, she has added to her family! There’s no worries about your pet being safe and well cared for with her.”


7. Cheyenne S.

“Cheyenne's communication was great and she treated our dogs like her own! We are so happy we reached out to her.”


8. Ashley P.
About: I have a deep love for animals and extensive experience caring for them. Along with being a dedicated pet sitter, I'm also a certified wildlife rehabber. This means I'm skilled in handling a wide range of animals with care and compassion. Your pets will be in safe, loving hands with me, and I'll treat them like my own. Looking forward to meeting you and your furry friends! Pet care is a big part of my daily life. Whether it's my own pets or the wildlife I rehab, I'm always surrounded by animals. I find joy in making sure they're happy and healthy. My day usually starts and ends with feeding, playing, and caring for them, so your pets will fit right into my routine! I will treat any and all animals the way I would treat my own with a lot of love and compassion! Small animals to large I love them all


9. Stephanie L.
“Stephanie took care of my senior dog countless times, and cared for her as her one of own! Stephanie was always timely, loving, and kept me informed on how my pet was doing (including sending lots of photos). She has a soft spot for dogs, and I will continue to entrust my current and future animals to her care!”


10. Madison S.
About: I am a part time online college student at Delta campus. I own a photography business & door dash part time giving me a flexible schedule to work with 😁! I am very passionate about all I take on , and always strive to go above and beyond to show that! I would love to treat your animal just as much as I treat mine with love! I really enjoy this job - walking dogs or boarding animals is a good short escape from all the responsibilities and tasks in my life right now. I’m willing to walk during the winter season as well - it’s my favorite! I currently work part time doing Door Dash, own a photography business. I am able to take off work anytime of the day and or week - so I would easily fit into your hectic work schedule! I have a strong care for the love that animals receive! I will make sure that your animal is taken care of as I wish mine would be! I will make sure your home is always free of pet specimen if your animal is known for that! I am on time, communicate well, and take lots of photos of your animals - I’m a professional photographer it’s expected!




11. Cher D.

“Cher took wonderful care of our pets while we were away this weekend!”


12. Ella B.
About: I have taken care of cats my entire life at my own home & my grandma’s home. I have also dog sat over weekends many times at peoples houses. I currently only have one class M/W and two classes T/TH, so I have a lot of free time in my hands to make sure your pet is getting the attention and love they deserve! We have a fairly large backyard area that could be great for going potty, and an unused fenced in soccer field across the street for more free play time!


13. Shannon W.

“Shannon was polite and professional. She asked questions using texts when she was unsure. She sent photos and provided information on how my pets were coping. I would hire her again!”


14. Ted T.
“Ted has taken care of my dog numerous times. My dog bonded with Ted right away. I would highly recommend him to take care of any pet.”


15. Rhiannon G.
“Rhiannon was wonderful to have as our pet sitter for the weekend. The pets all take different meds, which can be a complication, but she didn’t bat an eye. Our dog was super sleepy upon our return, so clearly she’d had a few nice walks…or was tired from trying to wake poor Rhiannon up at 5am to get an early breakfast! It’s always so nice to come home to a clean home after being away- thanks and highly recommend Rhiannon for future pet sits!”


16. Ariel F.
“Ariel was wonderful. Engaging with my girls and left them happy and content. She sent pictures and communicated often. Not to mention leaving my home spotless. I will definitely be using her again.”


17. Shayla R.

“Shayla is a true animal lover and we were more than happy to have chose her to watch our pets(: She sent us pictures daily and the animals were obviously well taken care of when we arrived back home from vacay. I would definitely recommend her and I would very likely hire her again if possible.”


18. Maria T.
“Maria was great with two rather rambunctious and needy dogs! Having her stay with them while I traveled was a tremendous comfort for the dogs and me alike.”


19. Kassidy C.
“Kassidy is a sincerely dedicated pet owner, & lover of animals. I've personally witnessed her care for more than 10 animals daily. She is responsible, prompt, thorough & kind. I would trust her with my pets any day.”


20. Lauren H.
“I've known Lauren for 10+ years. She is compassionate. She is passionate for all types of animals. She adores them! She has been very responsible for every animal in her care and wants nothing but the best for them. Making animals happy makes her happy.”
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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 Ithaca on Rover as of Mar 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 Mar 2025, there are 61 house sitters in Ithaca. 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, 91% of Ithaca 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 Ithaca.
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. Ithaca 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.
