House Sitting in Johannesburg
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“Alyssa did a great job taking care of our pups and providing us with pupdates (with pictures) throughout her stay. She cleaned up after herself while staying in our house and even unloaded the dishwasher for us, which was a pleasant surprise. I would be happy to hire her again.”
“Grace has stayed with my pitbull Keiki twice and I couldn't be happier with the care she received. Grace followed Keiki's schedule and handled all of her quirks perfectly. I received updates and photos twice a day which really helped my anxiety of leaving my baby home. I would trust Grace with Keiki anytime!”
About: I’m convinced that I already love your dog more than you! Our family dog was my best friend growing up, and I have always been happiest when I’ve had a canine companion in my life. I am currently a man without a dog and would love to share my love of animals with your pet! I currently do not have my own animals to care for so my schedule is pretty flexible in being able to care for your pet. During the school year I work full time 7:45- 2:45. I care for animals as if they are my own, making sure to give them the love and attention they need to enrich both of our lives. I will treat your home with respect and care, making sure to discreetly maintain your household while you are away.
“Denise was so attentive to my Breck. She was flexible about dates as I was pregnant and not sure when I would go into labor. She even rearranged her schedule when I ended up needing to stay in the hospital longer to take care of Breck. She was respectful of my home and property. Denise will be on the top of my call list when I need a pup sitter again.”
“Jenny put up with our ridiculous Frenchies and even collected eggs from the chickens each day. The house was in the shape we left it and she communicated each day with updates. Would recommend!”
About: Hi there! My is Charlotte (“Charlie”). I’m a Certified Veterinary Technician. I have years of personal and professional experience with pets. I am fortunate to be able to offer individualized and consistent care in your home. Living in Wisconsin and commuting to the Twin Cities allows me to serve pets and their families in many areas. You dog is always welcome to come along for the ride! I am currently home full time and widely available for care. My day can most often be dedicated to or scheduled around caring for your pet! I diligently follow directions for care. Depending on the pet and their needs, I adapt my care style to make them as comfortable as possible.
“Erika was wonderful. She is very professional while also being friendly, flexible, and thorough. Her expertise, knowledge, and experience in pet care is hard to find in a sitter, so we were thrilled when we heard she's studying to become a vet tech plus all the pets she has worked with in the past. She was patient with my dogs and put their needs first. While we were away, she sent lots of updates and photos. We were completely at ease with them in her care. We will be hiring her again... and again.. and again. Incredible sitter and person!”
“Scott and Argus were amazing companions to Hurley! Scott sent great pictures so we could stay connected to Hurley while we are gone. Scott is great and we would have him watch Hurley again for sure!”
About: My family always had pets while I was growing up. We used to breed labradors. When I was in jr high and high school I would do a lot of volunteering at the local veterinary clinic in Cottage Grove. My family has two wiener dogs (Slinky and Dewey) and one kitty cat (Zackary Binks). My sister is a dog groomer and I have on numerous occasions gone over to help her care for her puppy clients. I currently work a full time job on 2nd shift but am home durning the day Monday-Thursday and am home all day Friday through Sunday. I have a decent sized yard alone with an empty plot next to me to play with your fur baby. I also live down the street from a dog park that my kiddos and I enjoy going to with our own fur babies and would love to bring yours with to join in on the fun.
About: Aside from having 3 of my own, I've also fostered other dogs, and I do occasional pop ins for 3 others, actively dog sit another and work in a dog friendly brewery! I work a full time, fully flexible job in Hudson. My weekends, mornings and evenings are open. I also am able to work my schedule around whatever I need. Pets in our home get kenneled if people aren't present. We don't have a fenced in yard, but have 3 tie outs in the yard. In a clients home it would be as a "what's needed/necessary" basis per the owner.
“Hannah is a repeat sitter for us and is great! Gives us lots of updates and has great, quick communication! Both our dogs seem to love her attention and she is great at getting their energy out!”
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Michael S.Star Sitter
“Michael is an awesome and responsible Dogsitter! It is obvious he loves animals and has had a lot of experience working with pups! Will definitely use him again!”
Alyssa J. C.
“Alyssa did a great job taking care of our pups and providing us with pupdates (with pictures) throughout her stay. She cleaned up after herself while staying in our house and even unloaded the dishwasher for us, which was a pleasant surprise. I would be happy to hire her again.”
Grace T.
“Grace has stayed with my pitbull Keiki twice and I couldn't be happier with the care she received. Grace followed Keiki's schedule and handled all of her quirks perfectly. I received updates and photos twice a day which really helped my anxiety of leaving my baby home. I would trust Grace with Keiki anytime!”
Maeleea L.
“Communication and Updates were great!”
Olivia T.
“Olivia did a great job with our gentle giant Raven. She stayed two nights, sent photos and provided updates. House was left in great condition too!”
Sophia K.
“Sophia was wonderful. Great communication with us. The dogs loved her and were very comfortable with her. I highly recommend her and we hope to book with her again.”
Timothy F.
“Tim is fantastic!! He made sure all of our animals were cared for and loved while we were away. We will definitely be using Tim in the future for our pet care needs!”
Denise T.Star Sitter
“Denise was so attentive to my Breck. She was flexible about dates as I was pregnant and not sure when I would go into labor. She even rearranged her schedule when I ended up needing to stay in the hospital longer to take care of Breck. She was respectful of my home and property. Denise will be on the top of my call list when I need a pup sitter again.”
Jenny M.
“Jenny put up with our ridiculous Frenchies and even collected eggs from the chickens each day. The house was in the shape we left it and she communicated each day with updates. Would recommend!”
Chad H.
“Chad was so amazing with our dog Penelope! I think she thoroughly enjoyed her stay. Chad often gave updates and photos, which made us feel at ease. We would 120% use him again!”
Rachel O.
“Thank you again! I felt like Gus was in very good hands and you updated me a lot which I really appreciate! Definitely would love to work with you again 😊”
Heather J.
“We are so thankful for Heather! Our dog Jameson loves her So much!”
Daniela A.
“Daniela was prompt and had exceptional communication! Our lil boy was very comfortable with her! She was great and will be using her again for sure!”
Charlotte S.
“Charlie is a compassionate and caring pet lover. We worked at a children's horse camp together for many years and have stayed friends for 20+ years. She is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to all kinds of animals. She spent many years studying and practicing animal care professionally, she is beyond qualified to be the best Rover provider. She has a big pet family of her own, her dogs and my dog are best friends, Charlie teaches me something new about my dog every time we have a chance to get together. I've never met anyone who cares more for animals than her, if her calendar is open you would be SO lucky to have her watching your babies! She will treat them like they are her own. She will go above and beyond to make sure your pet is as comfortable as they can be. Highly recommend!”
Sarah D.
“Sarah was super easy to work with. Did a great job with Luna and her unique attitude. I will definitely be using her again soon.”
Erika B.
“Erika was wonderful. She is very professional while also being friendly, flexible, and thorough. Her expertise, knowledge, and experience in pet care is hard to find in a sitter, so we were thrilled when we heard she's studying to become a vet tech plus all the pets she has worked with in the past. She was patient with my dogs and put their needs first. While we were away, she sent lots of updates and photos. We were completely at ease with them in her care. We will be hiring her again... and again.. and again. Incredible sitter and person!”
Scott M.
“Scott and Argus were amazing companions to Hurley! Scott sent great pictures so we could stay connected to Hurley while we are gone. Scott is great and we would have him watch Hurley again for sure!”
Baily B.
About: My family always had pets while I was growing up. We used to breed labradors. When I was in jr high and high school I would do a lot of volunteering at the local veterinary clinic in Cottage Grove. My family has two wiener dogs (Slinky and Dewey) and one kitty cat (Zackary Binks). My sister is a dog groomer and I have on numerous occasions gone over to help her care for her puppy clients. I currently work a full time job on 2nd shift but am home durning the day Monday-Thursday and am home all day Friday through Sunday. I have a decent sized yard alone with an empty plot next to me to play with your fur baby. I also live down the street from a dog park that my kiddos and I enjoy going to with our own fur babies and would love to bring yours with to join in on the fun.
Alexa L.
“Alexa is the best you'll ever find to take care of your dogs! She's very responsive and sends constant updates so you know that your furry babies are well cared for. She asked all the right questions about my dogs to get a good understanding of how to best care for them. She plays with my dogs, takes them out for walks, and cuddles with them as if they're her own. One of my dogs is a little skittish but she's so patient with her and now they're the best of buds. I highly recommend Alexa!”
Hannah M.
“Hannah is a repeat sitter for us and is great! Gives us lots of updates and has great, quick communication! Both our dogs seem to love her attention and she is great at getting their energy out!”
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House Sitting FAQs
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Johannesburg on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $45 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 Aug 2025, there are 291 house sitters in Johannesburg. 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, 85% of Johannesburg house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Johannesburg have an average of 14 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Johannesburg.
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. Johannesburg 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.
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