House Sitting in Jersey City
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Top rated Jersey City house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Great dog sitter! My large dog was very comfortable with Dong. He is very fast in responding to messages and sends lots of videos and pictures. Will definitely rebook!”

“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”

About: I provide reliable dog walking, drop-in visits, and in-home pet care. I have experience caring for a cat for 17 years and a Maltese for 2 years, so I understand both long-term care and daily pet needs. I’m calm, patient, and good with all temperaments, and I follow routines carefully to keep pets safe, comfortable, and well cared for while keeping owners updated. Pet care is my full-time focus, allowing me to offer availability seven days a week for dog walking, drop-in visits, and in-home sitting. My flexible schedule enables me to provide dependable care, consistent routines, and personalized attention to each pet’s needs. Please feel free to contact me to discuss availability and scheduling. My focus is to keep pets comfortable and secure by maintaining their normal routine in their own home while carefully following all care instructions, including feeding, walks, potty breaks, medication, and playtime. I also provide regular updates so owners feel confident their pets are safe, happy, and well cared for at all times.
“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.”

“Jocelyn did a wonderful job taking care of our active viszla! She followed the schedule we provided perfectly and kept us informed throughout her service with steady communication and updates. We really appreciate her communication and professionalism and would definitely recommend her service!”

“Jenid had excellent communication, she took great care of my dogs, and she was respectful of my apartment. You can tell she has experience working with dogs and that this isn’t just a random side hustle for her; Jenid cares about the dogs and her clients. I would definitely book with Jenid again!”


“Michelle’s profile is mostly about her love of and gift with dogs, but let me tell you she is a cat person/lover of all animals for sure! She stayed at our place for two weeks while we were out of the country for a wedding and we were SO comforted to know that our senior cat Alfie was in good hands. Michelle took copious notes about his care, was mindful of making sure he was eating right and taking his medication, and loved on him so good! She sent pictures and updates - and it was clear that Alfie took a liking to snuggling with her and sleeping with her. She seemed to really enjoy him as well, and it always feels good to know that your fur baby is in caring hands. She was communicative and reliable (and funny!), and our home was in good shape upon our return. I would wholeheartedly recommend Michelle and hope to work with her 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!”

“Marquis always takes really great care of Asher! Asher is so happy to see him and feels so at easy with Marquis. I never worry when Marquis is caring for my ‘senior’ canine kid! Five Stars all around! 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌”

About: I'm a extremely nuturing individual and have had the immense pleasure of caring for pets kittens to seniors/puppies to seniors for over 25 years. I'm very hands on and i very meticulously make sure they are both comforted as well as comfortable. You will find no one more skilled in being your pets caregiver. I'm currently not working! So I'll have plenty of time to play with your pups/kittens! I'm available for boarding weekdays all day. And weekends after 3. I can take your pups to a dog park and play as I do not have a fenced yard. Also I have a play room for kitty.

“Jazmin is so great! This is our second time working with her and she’s been amazing! Our dog is always so excited to see her & she takes such great care of him❤️”

“Kaitlin took such great care of my cat Nito while I was away. She was very attentive to his (I'm sure numerous) needs and definitely passed the cuddle test. We would have her back any time and highly recommend her for your pets too. :)”

“Susi was the best sitter EVER!! She really loved Lady and made us feel so safe to leave our baby with her. We are so happy we found Susi and it allows us to go on trips and not worry.. Thank you so much!! She sent us amazing pictures through our entire trip and I felt as I was still at home. I would 1000000% recommend her!! We can tell she really understands and loves dogs and very trustworthy. THANK YOU!!”

“I am so incredibly grateful for the care my dog received while I was away. During a snowstorm with frozen pipes, they truly went above and beyond to make sure he was safe, comfortable, and well cared for. The frequent updates gave me so much peace of mind while I was abroad. I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would recommend them without hesitation.”

“Francesca was amazing with my cats, as always! She accepted last minute booking and was very communicative leading up to and during the visit. She stayed at my apartment and left the space spotless and my cats were very happy when I got home. Don’t hesitate to book Francesca for your next trip, your cats will be in great hands.”

“Heaven-sent! Carolina and Kathryn are true cat whisperers. The level of care and attention my cats have received is unmatched. I’m beyond grateful to be working with them—their knowledge, guidance, and direction are invaluable. I’m so excited to keep learning from them and becoming the best cat mom I can be.”

Over 1,682 pet parents in Jersey City have booked house sitting
Jersey City pet parents share their Rover experiences
Taylor was incredible! I got daily updates and pictures of Luka, she made sure to communicate transparently the whole time. It was truly a blessing to have her take Luka last minute on a few days notice and immediately bond with him. 100% will be reaching out to Taylor for future sittings and recommended for all!

Kaitlin house sat for my two older dogs and she was a life saver. One of my dogs got sick and she handled taking him to the vet and administered meds perfectly. I was very comfortable with her taking care of the dogs and my place and will happily have her sit again.

Aiyana was great! Would absolutely ask her to stay and watch Maggie again. She helped me out last minute and was able to be communicative and prompt right away. She showed up on time to meet Maggie and grab the keys from me. The apartment was left clean and organized.

So glad we found Ashley for our cat-sit! She was a perfect companion for our two cats, and they warmed up to her very fast, evidence by the multiple cuddle pictures 🐾 We appreciate how professional and cleanly she was while staying at our place. We will definitely book again!

We invited Polina again to stay with our dog and cat, and again had a great experience - we got tons of videos and photos (she's also a great photographer) and daily info about our pets. We felt our pets were in great hands, and we'll definitely invite her again (our pets already miss her)

Saldin was great with both our foster and actual pup. She made sure to follow the instructions and took extra care to cuddle with our babies while we were away. Everything was left neat and clean in our apartment. Gurb, who is usually so shy and anxious around new people, opened up just fine with her. It would be an easy yes to have her watch Henry and future fosters <3 thank you so much Saldin for taking care of our pups!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Jersey City is $60
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 Jersey City average 3 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 Jersey City on Rover as of May 2026 was about $60 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 May 2026, there are 18,118 house sitters in Jersey City. 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 Jersey City house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Jersey City have an average of 13 years of experience. 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 Jersey City.
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. Jersey City 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.
















