House Sitting Jersey City
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“Dong was super responsive and a great sitter! Highly reccomend. The cats were well cared for and the apartment was left really tidy. I know the cats would love to stay with Dong again!! Thank you!!”
“Benny and Miu Miu loved Jocelyn! She was super sweet and communicative. Sent me lots of updates and pictures/ vids of my babies. I was at ease the whole time knowing she was in good hands. I’ll be definitely booking Jocelyn again :)”
“Jenid is extremely reliable, communicative, professional, and friendly. She is the kind of person I trust to be responsible for my dog even more than I trust myself because she is so experienced with dogs and so good at taking care of them. My dog loves her and we trust her completely. Thank you Jenid! :-)”
“He was gentle and caring with my two dogs while I was away. When I came home, my home was clean and the dogs were happy. We appreciated his help. I would recommend him in case you need someone to lend you a hand for babysitting your pets.”
“Beth is always so amazing with Moose! We had Beth stay with Moose over the holidays. She is always communicative, and sends the best photos. She was so sweet to leave us pastries and left our place as clean as we left it!”
“She’s amazing. Always on time and reliable. Very communicative at all times. And my dog absolutely adores her. I could not give higher praise. And highly recommend for all services”
“We got so lucky with Lehan! She took such great care of our kitties, provided a ton of cute photos, and was excellent at communication throughout her pet sitting stay with our cats. Will absolutely book again 👌🏻😊”
“Sierra stayed at my apartment in the BX to watch my 45lb rescue pittie for three weeks in May, and I highly recommend her! She was responsive and so generous coming all the way from NJ to meet my pup and me first and incredibly responsive before the day of. Every day she sent me text and/photo updates, and it was super clear my pup was very well cared for and loved. Coming back, pup was happy and healthy and the apartment was clean as I left it (thanks, Sierra!).”
“Jolea was excellent! She took great care of my 3 babies - 2 cats and one senior dog. She was responsible, communicative, followed my instructions, left my home clean, and clearly loves animals! I would definitely recommend Jolea and book her again! Thank you!! :)”
“Mercedes was incredible with our 4 year old Frenchie, Minka, who had some special needs while Mercedes was watching her due to a recent injury. She was so communicative with us, especially confirming when Minka took her medicine and how her energy levels were, which was really helpful. On top of great communication and care, she is just a natural with animals and Minka loved her. Mercedes also watched Minka at our home, and was respectful and clean. We will absolutely be reaching out to Mercedes again.”
“Fernando was absolutely amazing with Ruby! From the moment we met him and his wife Milena, it was clear how kind and attentive they are. They took the time to learn Ruby’s routines and quirks, and she warmed up to them right away. While we were away, Fernando kept us updated with thoughtful messages and adorable photos, and Ruby looked so happy and relaxed in his care. Fernando is trustworthy, caring, and truly great with animals—we feel so lucky to have found him and would recommend him to anyone looking for a fantastic sitter!”
“Michelle is the best! She's worked with my dog several times, and I will definitely hire her again. My dog Lucy loves Michelle, and she's not the easiest dog to care for. Michelle is compassionate and clearly a dog lover. She's also trustworthy and hard working.”
“Kate was great with our labradoodle puppy! Got tons of photos and video update, communication was easy, she arrived early and was well prepared. Would be delighted to book her again.”
“Hugh is our every week sitter for our little pup! He’s been amazing with Sesame, and has helped with Sesame’s development training while he’s watching him!”
“Katherine is fantastic! She took such great care of our dog and cat, Moose and Mister. Her communication was excellent, she sent us updates regularly, and the boys loved her. Can’t recommend Katherine enough.”
“Ana took wonderful care of my two cats and my dog, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. She stayed in our home while we were traveling, and from the very beginning, she really settled into our pets' routine. It was clear she took the time to learn how we do things and made sure their days stayed as normal and comfortable as possible. She is incredibly responsible, respectful, and an excellent communicator. One of the things I appreciated most was that she checked in with me every day—usually two or even three times—with updates, photos, and little messages about how everyone was doing. That gave me so much peace of mind because I never felt like I had to reach out or wonder if everything was okay. She always kept me informed. When I came home, my pets looked happy, relaxed, and well cared for, which says everything. It was obvious they felt safe, comfortable, and loved while we were away. I highly recommend Anna to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and reliable pet sitter. She treated our pets like family, and I will absolutely be using her services again whenever we travel.”
“Andrew was fantastic with our senior dog for an overnight stay. He was very kind and communicative and I felt at ease with him watching our dog. Would definitely recommend him!”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Jersey City is $60
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Chyanne is fantastic! I felt at ease knowing my babies (a dog and 2 kitties) were at home with her. Chyanne housesitted them for 2 and was very responsive, provided timely updates, and was overall very thoughtful. She checked in on them often, played with my dog in the back yard and followed the care instructions I gave her. Chyanne went above and beyond when taking care of my babies and I would definitely book her again in the future!
Ana took wonderful care of my two cats and my dog, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. She stayed in our home while we were traveling, and from the very beginning, she really settled into our pets' routine. It was clear she took the time to learn how we do things and made sure their days stayed as normal and comfortable as possible. She is incredibly responsible, respectful, and an excellent communicator. One of the things I appreciated most was that she checked in with me every day—usually two or even three times—with updates, photos, and little messages about how everyone was doing. That gave me so much peace of mind because I never felt like I had to reach out or wonder if everything was okay. She always kept me informed. When I came home, my pets looked happy, relaxed, and well cared for, which says everything. It was obvious they felt safe, comfortable, and loved while we were away. I highly recommend Anna to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and reliable pet sitter. She treated our pets like family, and I will absolutely be using her services again whenever we travel.
Jocelyn is the best! My cats loved her and while one is easy to please the other is very picky and gets nervous so easily. She was patient with them and they seemed really happy. She’s a great communicator and sent the sweetest videos. I will absolutely book with her again and would recommend her to anyone!
AMAZING, AMAZING dog sitter! The best I’ve had yet. He was incredibly communicative, great with my dogs, sent lots of pictures, and always responded quickly. I even got stranded out of town because of a canceled flight, and he was so accommodating in extending my dogs’ care. I’ll DEFINITELY be booking with him again! 👏🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Truly a 5 star sitter!! I've used Aniko before and just like always she's super attentive and is so great about following my cats schedule. They are a bit older and prickly but she totally adapted. Beyond that she took care of my place, my plants and apartment were also in amazing shape when I got back which was such a pleasure. Will definitely keep booking with her!
Miss J is seriously the best dog sitter you could ever ask for. She goes so far above and beyond to take care of our girl, Marlow, while we are out of town. Miss J will plan outings like hikes, walks, dog park visits, and even does doggie art with our girl while we are away! Seriously, I think our dog likes it more when we are away because then she gets to do all these fun things with Miss J 😂
Can’t say good enough things about Pearl! She really understood Zuri’s challenges with anxiety and was extremely patient with her. I also greatly appreciated that she was very communicative with me. I felt very comfortable leaving her my home and my fur baby and will for sure book her again in the future :)
Susi is amazing! She took excellent care of Ellie. Our puppy enjoyed her time with Susi and we were well informed with constant pictures that made us feel happy and confident that she was having fun and in good hands. Would absolutely recommend and leave Ellie with her again
First time having Junyi’s house sitting services for my aussie, Lola. Junyi was great! Super friendly, great communication and listening to all my weird things we do for Lola (helicopter dog mom 😂), and received lots of pupdates. The apartment was taken care of and most importantly, Lola was happy, safe, and healthy when we returned home.
Megan was absolutely fantastic! She took such great care of our cats, making sure they were fed on time, spent quality time with them, and played with them during every visit. It was clear she genuinely cared for them, and they absolutely loved her. She also went above and beyond by leaving us the sweetest welcome-home surprise—a cute cartoon drawing of our cats—which was such a thoughtful and personal touch. It truly made our day. We felt completely at ease knowing our cats were in such caring hands. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would happily book Megan again. Highly recommend!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for House Sitting in Jersey City on Rover is $66.6 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of July 2026, there are 19,141 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Jersey City. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Jersey City walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Jersey City maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Jersey City choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Jersey City. On Rover:
- 89% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 93% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 97% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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