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“Amy watched my Pomeranian, Peaches, for a couple of days last week, and I can’t recommend her enough. From the start, she was an excellent communicator and brought such a calm, grounding energy—exactly what both I and my dog needed. She even came early the day I was leaving and gently soothed Peaches while I packed. Peaches didn’t even realize I was heading out! Amy is truly a dog whisperer and gave me complete peace of mind. She’s the kind of sitter every dog owner hopes to find.”
“We recently had Erin stay at our house with our cat while we were out of town. She gave frequent updates and photos. We came home to a happy cat and immaculate home. Would definitely book Erin again!”
“Kadence is amazing! She stayed at my house with my 2 pups, one who is reactive and one who is old and sick, and took great care of them. She went above and beyond for my girls and I truly appreciate it!”
“Michelle came to our home and watched our pup for the day! She sent fabulous photos throughout the day and communicated during the day. We had no doubt she was in great hands and being well taken care of. We came home and our pup was happy and wagging her tail. Our pup gave her a lick and a goodbye!?”
“Lauren was absolutely fantastic! We have had 2 previous Rover bookings that were horrible (another Rover) so we had our own doubts, but Lauren was perfect! She was extremely communicative, punctual, and caring. She went as far as to cook one of our 3 dogs eggs because he had some stomach issues from anxiety when we left. Our dogs and house was all extremely well cared for while she house sat! We will gladly and wholeheartedly recommend Lauren to anyone and continue to use her!”
“Gracie took great care of our dog, she is easy to communicate with, reliable, responsible, professional and trustworthy. She sent daily updates and photos of their adventures together. She kept the house neat and tidy while we were on vacation. Gracie is an awesome sitter and you could see how much she loves animals. Thank you!”
“We are very happy with Jacki. This was our second time booking Jacki to dog sit for our two dogs in our home. She loves dogs and treats our two furkids very well. Our beagle Mugsy loves that she let's him lay on her lap while watching TV and our older Shiba Inu Riley Jacki knows needs a little extra care and attention. We highly recommend her and will look to book with her again the next time we plan a trip that we can't take our fuekids with us.”
About: I have had 3 dogs and 1 cat in my lifetime. I have been asked by multiple neighbors to watch their pets while their away. I love to take them outside for walks aswell as play with them. I am a high school student so time is very limited for me. I have available Monday and Tuesday after 4! Availability is also possible on weekends. I have a fenced yard at my house for safe play. I do not have any pets currently so there will be no possible tension between other pets.
About: I've had cats at home for my entire life while also getting very familiar with the neighborhood dogs! I've been taking care of my direct neighbors dog for the past 3 summers while she has been working, taking her out 2-3 times a day. I've worked with dog/house sitting for almost 7 years now and adore being able to ease worries while family is away. I am a college student home for the summer trying to pick up some extra work while back at home. My availability is very open and with notice I should be able to help! I am familiar in dealing with reactive dogs, in the house and on walks. I am comfortable walking almost any dog on leash, I don't mind being pulled a bit haha! I have no fear of barking or generally loud dogs either. As far as cats go I love to cuddle up on the couch or simply let them do their own thing, as cats usually do!
About: I have recently lost my 14.5 year old husky who enjoyed walks every day and all the Rover dogs that stayed with us in the past with Rover boarding. I have recently added service to stay in the pet owners home as well. I love the responsibility of caring for, feeding, cleaning up after and watching dogs socialize and simply enjoy life. One of the most memorable experiences of my childhood is when our golden retriever had 11 puppies. When they were several weeks old, my Mom agreed to bring in one or two for show and tell to my fourth grade class. She couldn't decide which ones to bring and much to my surprise (as well as my classmates), she brought in all 11! I'd love to care for your pet! I work full time during the week primarily remotely. My weekends are for the most part dedicated to caring for various pets. I have lots of love and attention to give to your pet. I have several years of Rover boarding experience and have recently added service to care for pets in their own homes as well. I am very calm, considerate and safety conscious and can't wait to meet your pet.
“Tati was an absolutely amazing sitter old I felt so comforted to know that she would be at our house while we were away to care for our dog, who is old and has dementia. I would 100% book her again <3”
“Janine stayed for a couple of nights at our home taking care of our old English sheepdog and she was fantastic! She sent us plenty of pictures and video and kept us in the loop about how he was doing. Our dog looked happy and it was apparent he was having plenty of fun. We've already booked her to housesit for our dog again. I couldn't recommend her enough!”
“Peach took wonderful care of our fur babies for over a week. Peach was dedicated and attentive to the pups and in addition to giving the pups lots of love and attention she took great care of the house as well. Peach is a great communicator and sweet to work with, highly recommend!”
“Teresa was a wonderful house & pet sitter! Took very good care of our two cats and house, as well as giving our new puppy the love/attention/training she needed. She kept us well-informed while we were away, sharing pics and details about how it was all going. Thanks!!!”
About: I have been around cats and dogs since I was a child. I love being around animals whether it’s to play, to provide them food (or treats!), medication, a clean litter box, a walk, or just a human to hang out with! My sweet cat just recently passed away. She had various health issues, so I’m aware what it takes to give them what they need. I also have experience with giving them medication. I work remotely most of the time which allows me to be flexible of when I can be available for house visits for your pets. I will follow your instructions on how to care for your pets. I will send you multiple photos before I leave each visit with your pets.
“Ty literally came to the rescue for us. He was accommodating and so understanding of our ever changing plans. He arrived on time and was very communicative. When we arrived home our dog seemed quite content. We will use Ty again.”
“Justine was very easy to work with. She met me and our dog before her stay to help me and my dog get to know her. She took care of our house, even purchasing some items we ran out of. We will look forward to having Justin sit again on our next vacation.”
About: I can’t remember a year without a pet in my home. Owner to an english cream retriever for 10 years, and two separate cats. I love all of them, and they never fail to brighten my day. I’m currently at home for a few more weeks until I go back to college. I’ll go back on August 17th. Until then, I would love to spend as much time as possible with your pets. I just finished a Sports Management internship for I don’t have much work lined up at the moment. I would be grateful for the opportunity to help out the families on here and support their pets:) We have a fenced in back yard where my dog was never allowed to get out. Walks every day and making sure he always has enough water. Continuously clearing out my cat’s litter box as well as filling up his water bowl. Pets get all the attention in my home. I have multiple siblings so we have always grown up loving our animals. Coming home from school or work or anything during the day, I always know the first thing I must do is greet my pets.
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Amy A.
“Amy watched my Pomeranian, Peaches, for a couple of days last week, and I can’t recommend her enough. From the start, she was an excellent communicator and brought such a calm, grounding energy—exactly what both I and my dog needed. She even came early the day I was leaving and gently soothed Peaches while I packed. Peaches didn’t even realize I was heading out! Amy is truly a dog whisperer and gave me complete peace of mind. She’s the kind of sitter every dog owner hopes to find.”
Erin M.
“We recently had Erin stay at our house with our cat while we were out of town. She gave frequent updates and photos. We came home to a happy cat and immaculate home. Would definitely book Erin again!”
Kadence W.
“Kadence is amazing! She stayed at my house with my 2 pups, one who is reactive and one who is old and sick, and took great care of them. She went above and beyond for my girls and I truly appreciate it!”
Michelle & David L.Star Sitter
“Michelle came to our home and watched our pup for the day! She sent fabulous photos throughout the day and communicated during the day. We had no doubt she was in great hands and being well taken care of. We came home and our pup was happy and wagging her tail. Our pup gave her a lick and a goodbye!?”
Arianna O.
“Arianna was great! We loved her (especially the pups) she communicated daily, sent messages and pictures the house was clean and we were all so very happy!!”
Lauren D.
“Lauren was absolutely fantastic! We have had 2 previous Rover bookings that were horrible (another Rover) so we had our own doubts, but Lauren was perfect! She was extremely communicative, punctual, and caring. She went as far as to cook one of our 3 dogs eggs because he had some stomach issues from anxiety when we left. Our dogs and house was all extremely well cared for while she house sat! We will gladly and wholeheartedly recommend Lauren to anyone and continue to use her!”
Gracie G.
“Gracie took great care of our dog, she is easy to communicate with, reliable, responsible, professional and trustworthy. She sent daily updates and photos of their adventures together. She kept the house neat and tidy while we were on vacation. Gracie is an awesome sitter and you could see how much she loves animals. Thank you!”
Jacky C.
“We are very happy with Jacki. This was our second time booking Jacki to dog sit for our two dogs in our home. She loves dogs and treats our two furkids very well. Our beagle Mugsy loves that she let's him lay on her lap while watching TV and our older Shiba Inu Riley Jacki knows needs a little extra care and attention. We highly recommend her and will look to book with her again the next time we plan a trip that we can't take our fuekids with us.”
Lauren M.
“I cannot recommend Lauren enough! As someone that regularly dog sits for others on Rover, hiring one for my own pup was a new experience. Lauren was kind, attentive, and Lucifer absolutely loved her. Thank you again, Lauren. Everyone else: hire her!”
Grace E.
“I have known Grace since she was 14 years old and she's always been extremely responsible. When I adopted my dog Summer 3 1/2 years ago, she and Grace quickly bonded, and it's no wonder - Grace adores animals and is just a lovely human in general. Over the past 2 years she has cared for Summer during stretches of time when she was home from college and I was in need of a better situation for Summer while I was teaching further from home. Grace is fantastic with Summer - she would not only take her for potty breaks but also give her sniff time and walks depending on weather and my pup's needs. When Grace cares for her, I know she will be safe, tired and happy! They adore each other and I know that with Grace, Summer's well-being and safety is paramount. She takes care of my girl as if she were her own dog, and that is worth ten times what I pay her! Do not hesitate to hire Grace to care for your pets - you'll be grateful you found this gem of person and pet-lover! ~ Chris D.”
Laurie K.
“Laurie has been taking care of our animals for many years. She is highly dependable. When we are away we don't worry about them. We know they are getting lots of walks and loving attention. Laurie is always easy to communicate with. We highly recommend Laurie as she provides exceptional care to our animals and they are always happy to be with her!”
Tati D.Star Sitter
“Tati was an absolutely amazing sitter old I felt so comforted to know that she would be at our house while we were away to care for our dog, who is old and has dementia. I would 100% book her again <3”
Janine C.Star Sitter
“Janine stayed for a couple of nights at our home taking care of our old English sheepdog and she was fantastic! She sent us plenty of pictures and video and kept us in the loop about how he was doing. Our dog looked happy and it was apparent he was having plenty of fun. We've already booked her to housesit for our dog again. I couldn't recommend her enough!”
Peach G.
“Peach took wonderful care of our fur babies for over a week. Peach was dedicated and attentive to the pups and in addition to giving the pups lots of love and attention she took great care of the house as well. Peach is a great communicator and sweet to work with, highly recommend!”
Erinn Y.
“Erin was great with our dog and cat! She was quick at communicating and able to accommodate our changing schedule and left the house very tidy.”
Teresa M.
“Teresa was a wonderful house & pet sitter! Took very good care of our two cats and house, as well as giving our new puppy the love/attention/training she needed. She kept us well-informed while we were away, sharing pics and details about how it was all going. Thanks!!!”
Stephanie J.
“I highly recommend Stephanie as a pet caretaker. She is incredibly reliable, always showing up on time and ensuring my pets are well taken care of. What truly stands out is her genuine love for animals; you can tell she has a deep connection and truly loves your pets. My animals are always happy and well-cared-for in her hands. Highly recommend!!”
Ty E.Star Sitter
“Ty literally came to the rescue for us. He was accommodating and so understanding of our ever changing plans. He arrived on time and was very communicative. When we arrived home our dog seemed quite content. We will use Ty again.”
Justine W.
“Justine was very easy to work with. She met me and our dog before her stay to help me and my dog get to know her. She took care of our house, even purchasing some items we ran out of. We will look forward to having Justin sit again on our next vacation.”
Owen P.
About: I can’t remember a year without a pet in my home. Owner to an english cream retriever for 10 years, and two separate cats. I love all of them, and they never fail to brighten my day. I’m currently at home for a few more weeks until I go back to college. I’ll go back on August 17th. Until then, I would love to spend as much time as possible with your pets. I just finished a Sports Management internship for I don’t have much work lined up at the moment. I would be grateful for the opportunity to help out the families on here and support their pets:) We have a fenced in back yard where my dog was never allowed to get out. Walks every day and making sure he always has enough water. Continuously clearing out my cat’s litter box as well as filling up his water bowl. Pets get all the attention in my home. I have multiple siblings so we have always grown up loving our animals. Coming home from school or work or anything during the day, I always know the first thing I must do is greet my pets.
Kensington pet parents share their Rover experiences
Can’t say enough about Ty! As a first time client, we asked Ty to stay at our house for 4 days to babysit our 3yo Golden, Winnie. Winnie was smitten from the first meeting. Ty has a very calm, quiet disposition and is outwardly loving and playful with animals. Ty sent us updates and pictures of a happy doggy everyday. After the initial thrill of us returning home subsided and she realized Ty had gone, I think she was a bit depressed! That’s a sign of Winnie receiving the best care and attention in our absence. We are endlessly grateful to Ty for his kindness and professionalism. Looking forward to our next opportunity to ask Ty back. Winnie is counting the days!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Kensington is $65
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Reservation protection
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Sitters in Kensington 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 Kensington on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $65 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 1,000 house sitters in Kensington. 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 Kensington house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Kensington have an average of 15 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 Kensington.
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. Kensington 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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