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Top rated La Jolla house sitters
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“This is our second time with Dustin and again he was amazing! Our dog really loves him, and he is so respectful and responsive, and takes great care with our pet and our home. 5 stars!! We will rebook him for sure!”

“Josette was great. The dogs loved her and she sent a lot of pictures daily like I asked for. Good communication and she even washed her bedding and towels which I did not expect or require.”

“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!”

“Megan is fabulous and so sweet! We felt very comfortable having her stay at our home and our pup, Fenway, warmed up to her immediately. It’s clear Megan is very experienced and loves dogs. We hope to have her stay again in the future!”

“Erin was absolutely wonderful to work with! She house / pet sit for me on a super last minute request. I could tell my pup was well loved and care for by Erin which allowed me to relax and enjoy my vacation knowing she was in good hands! I HIGHLY recommend working with her :) She asked a lot of great questions upfront so I knew she took the role very seriously. She is my new go-to sitter for sure! THANKS AGAIN!!”

“Melanie watched our very active lab at our home for 5 days. She communicated daily and matched his energy with long walks and active playtime. She was conscientious and made us feel so comfortable while we were away. HIGHLY recommend!”

“Bridgette watched my pup while i was gone for the holidays. She did everything that was asked of her and made sure to check in with me if she had questions. She sent pictures of my doggo too! Great gal!”


About: I have taken care of dogs from senior chihuahuas with diabetes to great danes to puppies, along with my two fur babies! I have trained dogs on how to walk on leash, bathing dogs, done post surgical care for my own dogs in the past as well as worked with many other dogs administering their medications. I welcome all personalities of doggos from the shy ones to the super energetic! I work part time in a remote position. I will occasionally see patients in their homes. Otherwise I work remote 5 days a week and would love to spend time with your pet! I have experience with crate training, leash training and using enrichment activities to help more energetic dogs burn off extra energy! I prioritize providing your pet with a safe and loving environment. I treat all pets as if they are my own. I believe strongly in "listening" to the body language of pets and building trust over time.
“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.”

“Colin did an excellent job taking care of our senior dog who requires a lot of extra TLC. Colin was very communicative and left the apartment spotless. I would recommend Colin to anyone”

“Emily did a great job watching our two pups. We recently had a baby and the dogs loved having individual attention and cuddle time with her while we were out of town. We came home to happy pups and a clean house. We would absolutely use Emily again.”

“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”

“Diana did such an amazing job taking care of my dear flashy boy! Seriously she went above and beyond to help make sure he was comfortable as a senior, 18 year old miniature pinscher. She sent many updates which I appreciated very much and was extremely nice and punctual! Would definitely use her again to watch him and would recommend her services to anyone. :)”

About: Hey, I'm Jack! I grew up on a family farm surrounded by animals, which gave me a lifelong love for pets. My roommates and I currently live with two rescued dogs, so I’m very familiar with the daily care, attention, and patience every pets need. I’m 27, work from home full-time, and live an active lifestyle in Pacific Beach. Because I work remotely, I’m able to spend plenty of time with pets throughout the day—whether that’s walks, playtime, or just keeping them company. Every pet has their own personality and needs, and I do my best to understand and accommodate them. I’m dependable, easy to communicate with, and quick to respond to messages. I’d love the chance to meet you and your pets!
“Jaylynne was wonderful, would absolutely book her to housesit again for our dog. She was on time, followed all instructions, and was great about sending pics and updates.”

Over 819 pet parents in La Jolla have booked house sitting
La Jolla pet parents share their Rover experiences
Gina is a great pet sitter! She sent lots of photos throughout the night, and my dogs looked so happy and comfortable with her. She took them on an evening walk, followed all instructions perfectly, and was very communicative and friendly. I would absolutely hire her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable pet sitter.

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!

We were lucky to have Ainsley watch our two dogs, Roman and Cleo, for 5 days while we were away, and she truly went above and beyond. From the very first communication, Ainsley was responsive, thoughtful, and clearly a genuine dog lover. She took excellent care of our pups, keeping them happy, exercised, and relaxed the entire time. She made sure to take them on fun outings to Fiesta Island, one of the best off-leash spots in San Diego, where they got to run around, sniff everything, and burn off plenty of energy. Roman and Cleo came back tired in the best way possible, with wagging tails and big smiles (and probably a bit of sandy fur!). Beyond the dogs, Ainsley took wonderful care of our house—everything was tidy, mail was brought in, and the place felt secure and welcoming when we returned. She sent regular updates with photos and videos, which gave us complete peace of mind while we were traveling. We can't recommend Ainsley highly enough. If you're looking for a reliable, caring, and proactive sitter in the area, she's the one! Thank you, Ainsley!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in La Jolla is $63
Why Choose Rover?
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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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 May 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 May 2026, there are 6,811 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.


















