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“Dustin was the perfect dog/housesitter! He stayed with our pup while we were away for about a week, and did a great job keeping in contact with beautiful photographs of our dog, as well as taking excellent care of our home. He is a natural with dogs and immediately connected with our dog at their initial meeting. Would definitely recommend Dustin and have him back again next time!!”
About: I’ve been around animals my entire life and have always had dogs of my own, giving me years of hands on experience caring for pets with different personalities, energy levels, and routines. Over the years, I’ve cared for friends’ and family members’ dogs through walks, drop-in visits, feeding, and companionship while they’re away. I also grew up with two cats, so I’m comfortable providing cat care, including feeding, litter box cleaning, check-ins, and companionship. While I’m most experienced with dogs, I truly enjoy caring for both dogs and cats. In 2025, I launched WalkWell, a local pet care business focused on reliable, personalized dog walking and pet care services in La Jolla. I currently offer solo and group walks, drop-in visits for dogs and cats, and customized care based on each pet’s unique needs. I’m very active and love spending time outdoors, so I enjoy making sure dogs get the exercise, fresh air, and attention they need whether that’s a neighborhood walk, beach stroll, or simply some extra movement during the day. I understand how important trust and communication are when someone is caring for your pet, and I treat every animal as if they were my own. Pet care is built into my weekly routine through my business, WalkWell. My schedule is flexible, which allows me to provide weekday walks, drop in visits, and recurring care for both dogs and cats. I’m available for morning, midday, afternoon, and select evening visits, and I make sure each pet gets personalized attention based on their needs. Safety, trust, and communication are very important to me when caring for someone’s pet. For walks and drop in visits in a client’s home, I make sure pets stay on their normal routine, including walks, feeding, fresh water, playtime, medication (if needed), and plenty of attention. I’m respectful of each client’s home and provide updates/photos so owners feel comfortable while they’re away. In my home, pets are treated like family and safety always comes first. I have a dog of my own, so if I ever accept daycare or boarding requests, it would only be for pets that seem like a good fit, are well-behaved, and get along well with my black lab. I prefer to do a meet and greet beforehand whenever possible to make sure everyone is comfortable.
“Josette has been our go-to Pet Sitter for over a year. She takes great care of our pets and is also respectful of our space. She cleans up after our pets outside and sprays down the messes. She also cleans up after herself and washes the linens, when we don’t expect her to do so. She is all around a kind, considerate, and a thoughtful professional. I highly recommend Josette as your Pet Sitter.”
“Thank you for taking such good care of my kids! My dog, Charlie, and my cat, Apollo, both were very well taken care of. I received a lot of updates and photos and came home to a clean house with happy animals. I recommend Ryan for taking care of your babies :)”
“Nicole was kind, confident, and loving with Forest. She made it a priority to meet up in advance of the stay, asked thoughtful questions, and learned Forest’s quirks! She took him on multiple long daily walks, sent daily recaps with photos, and left the house in perfect condition. Would definitely love to work with Nicole again in the future.”
“Bridgette was so wonderful!! She stayed at our home and watched our puppy and made us feel so comfortable leaving town. Highly recommend!! Kind, responsible, and our pup loved her.”
“Eucalyptus was fantastic, she was so patient with everyone, took time to make sure all the dogs felt loved, kept up with all the routines, and made it the least stressful she could for everyone. Definitely will be using her services again.”
“So so happy to find Melanie for a last-minute business trip! I can’t say enough great things how about how nice it was to be able to relax and focus on work knowing that my dog was so well taken care of. She’s communicative, sweet and just a joy to work with.”
“The BEST! Emily sent all the photos and our two pups loved her. They barely cared when we got home which to us seems like a great visit. Thank you Emily for everything.”
“payton was absolutly amazing! she was so communicative and was always updating us with pictures! she was very sweet and left us knowing that our pup was well taken care of. always on time and very responsive. we would be happy to hire her again”
“April was great watching my Australian Shepard! He's an active pup and I loved the he was still able to get his usual amount of steps in. I also appreciated the photo updates”
“I travel a lot for work and the hardest part is finding someone who I feel comfortable watching my dog. I used Megan for the first time and she was amazing! She sent pics and updates to keep me at ease. I felt so much better knowing my pup was in good hands! I will definitely be using her again, such a relief to find someone great!”
“Hannah was amazing with my pup. She was responsive and send regular updates through the sitting window. She followed all requests and made me feel confident that my little pup was in good hands. She took Rye on a long walk and made sure to set up the apartment before she left. Highly recommend!”
About: I grew up with dogs and have cared for them my entire life, including dog sitting for families, friends, and neighbors over the years. What sets me apart is that I truly enjoy spending time with dogs and making them feel comfortable, loved, and cared for while their owners are away. I'm dependable, attentive to routines, and happy to provide regular walks, playtime, cuddles, and updates so you can have peace of mind knowing your pet is in good hands. I am in online summer school, so I am looking for a job that can align with my current schedule, while making income. I am very flexible and I have my own car, which allows me to drive from house to house! I always prioritize a pet's safety, comfort, and routine while their owner is away. In a client's home, I follow all care instructions carefully, including feeding schedules, walks, medications (if needed), and any household rules. I make sure pets receive plenty of attention, exercise, and companionship, while also keeping the home clean, secure, and respected. I understand that trusting someone with both your pet and your home is a big decision, and I strive to provide dependable care and regular updates for peace of mind.
“Roberta took great care of Monti for me last minute when he wasn’t feeling well. She gave me updates throughout the day which made me feel at ease. The apartment was clean when I returned.”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs for my entire life! I’ve had 6 dogs of my own. I started watching friends, family, and neighbors' dogs at just 10 years old, and at 16, I started watching cats as well. I’d love to meet your pets and give them a home away from home :) I would love to spend all day with your pets. I work a part-time job where I will occasionally cover 4-hour shifts, but that’s the only time I’m away from the house. I would love to discuss what you love for your pets, whether it is car rides, walks, runs, etc. I have a large fenced backyard with plenty of space. I’m ready for all the energy or no energy at all, and I’ll be sure to follow any specified requests on how I can make your pet's time away from you and/or home the best time!
“Debbie stayed in our home with our senior dog and puppy while we were out of town and she was great! She reached out if she had questions and kept our house in order. I asked her for pictures of the pups, too, and she was quick to send them. Debbie also came over before we left for vacation to meet the dogs again—and she was so comfortable with them (and really nice to talk to). We felt confident and comfortable with Debbie in our home and will 100% book her again!”
Over 829 pet parents in La Jolla have booked house sitting
La Jolla pet parents share their Rover experiences
Aleksandra had an excellent rapport with my dogs from the beginning. They quickly settled down during the meet&greet and she was not rattled by them. She was attentive to instructions and asked questions as needed. Most importantly she was prompt and reliable. Very good at reading an understanding the dogs communication. The stay went well.
My dogs mean the world to me & leaving them is always a little nerve-racking so finding someone I can trust & rely on for their safety & care means everything. Elise instantly put me at ease from the moment I met her. I was immediately impressed by her careful attention to detail & thoughtfulness as I went over all the instructions for my 2 dogs. I felt comfortable knowing my girls were in capable, caring hands. She is trustworthy, professional, and very considerate. She had great communication & updates with adorable photos of my pups. We returned to our home in perfect condition, and healthy, happy dogs. I am so grateful to have found Elise & I highly recommend her!
Roberta is hands down the best rover I’ve ever had. She watched both of my pups while I was out of town. My boxer Toasty is very anxious and takes forever to warm up to new people and within an hour he was giving her kisses. She kept me updated with tons of photos and videos of them on walks, playing with toys, and she even got them pup cups! I could tell they were genuinely having the time of their lives. And when I got home, the place was spotless. Couldn’t recommend her more highly.
Gina went above and beyond when watching my cat! I really appreciated all the pictures and updates throughout the weekend. She was very professional and trustworthy which is of utmost importance for anyone coming into your home and caring for your fur baby. I will reach out to her first next time I need a sitter and I’d recommend her to anyone!
Aviana did a great job. She not only took great care of our dogs and all their needs, but also kept an eye on the chickens and house. We got lots of pictures and she was good with communication. All the pets were happy and healthy and our house clean when we got back.
Dina was amazing with our dogs, Albus and Louise! This was our first time having her stay with them, and they warmed up to her right away—which says a lot. She kept us updated with plenty of photos and messages, which made us feel so comfortable while we were away. It gave us real peace of mind knowing they were in such good hands. We’d absolutely have Dina watch them again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in La Jolla is $63
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Sitters in La Jolla average 4 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 La Jolla on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $63 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 Jun 2026, there are 6,883 house sitters in La Jolla. 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 La Jolla house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in La Jolla have an average of 14 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 La Jolla.
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. La Jolla 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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