House Sitting Lake Hopatcong
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“Jennifer was absolutely amazing !!! From our first meet and greet to the end of her watching our dog she was nothing but professional. She was extremely attentive to our very needy boy and gave him all the love and snuggles he definitely demanded from her. I will definitely be using her again !”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 10 years old. Both being surrounded by 4 dogs and 2 cats my entire life I know how to cater to each pets personality and make them feel safe! I’ve had experience with senior dogs as well as young pups and know the patience needed for each pet!! I am currently in between graduating and looking for another job for my career. I am currently available all days of the week and am willing to do early mornings and late nights! I will make sure to study my environment and ensure that I can understand your pets to the fullest! I am a guest in their home and will treat it as such as well as make them feel comfortable with me in it✨
“Christine was great watching our dog, Ozzy! Ozzy can have stranger danger and Christine did a great job managing this. He was so well taken care of and so was our apartment. I highly recommend Christine.”
About: Hi my name is Idaly. I am a 22 year old responsible pet Sitter. Hablo también español. ~My Experience~ 1) Volunteered at 11th hour rescue for 6 years where I worked with cats & dog. From feeding, kennel cleaning, socializing and medication/supplement administration. 2) BA Biology graduate who also took animal related courses such as animal handling, nutrition and behavior. 3) I love animals so I studied abroad in Belize and worked with farm animals, pets & wildlife animals! I got a lot of practice with SUB Q/IM vaccines, taking vitals signs & more! 4) I am a Hopatcong Emergency Medical Responder/EMT & Secretary Officer. I aided in Oscar’s fires in providing emergency care for their dogs & firemen. 5) I had pets my whole life! I have experience with chickens, dogs, cats, leopard gecko, birds, bunnies etc My extreme patience & love for animals is what makes me a great sitter. I understand the feelings when it comes to unreliable sitters(I had one before) & I am here to reassure you that I will treat your pet with love, care & respect. I will always be on time, and no weather or snow storm has stopped me from making it to a visit. This is my fulltime job. I have a lot of experience with nervous, scared, and reactive dogs. ~My Care~ Drop in visits: 🏠 I always leave the home as I found it or even better! I will fetch your packages, take out the trash & tidy up any messes your pet may make☺️ I pay close attention to detail, such as cleaning dogs faces and their eye boogers, brushing cats hair, cleaning dogs paws after spending time outside, and making sure your pet eats by using using techniques I learned at 11th hour rescue. Boarding Cats/small pets: (no dogs) 🌙 Boarding at my place. I am available for pet sitting 24/7. Your pet will always be accompanied. Your pet will have their own room with ac/heater & tv for napping. I do not mix different clients pets for their safety. Cats may free roam the house as well! Bunnies will be taken out to my fenced yard to enjoy the grass/outdoors. Any small caged pet such as reptiles will be in my room (away from other pets) for me to take care of! For boarding I’m able to pick up/drop off cats at an added cost(only for nearby towns). Pet parent will receive at least 4 updates per day. ~My Policy~ All pets must have no bite history, not be aggressive & rabies vaccinated. ~Dog walking~ 🐕 Walks are only during day time. No night time walks (for my & your dogs safety). Must provide poop bags for walks. I highly recommended walks to be done when the sun isn’t too strong. Either morning or late afternoon/evening. Just so your doggy can enjoy the walk:) ~Availability~ Pet sitting is my fulltime job! Drop-in visits: everyday/7am-11pm Dog Walks: everyday/9am-7pm Boarding: everyday, drop off & pickup tbd House sitting: Monday-Friday (no weekend) ~Pets I can care for~ Drop in visits: dogs, cats, rabbits, caged pets, chickens, turtles, etc (any pet) Boarding: cats, rabbits, caged pets (no dogs) Drop in visit: When arriving to a clients home I first take your dog out to potty. Then I feed them, provide fresh water, & wash bowls after they are done. I aim to send time outside so they release everything and have fun! With cats I will scoop their litter every visit, sweep, feed cat, provide fresh water, wash bowls, and interact with your cat either by playing or brushing your cat.
“My husband and I recently had a 5 day trip planned and were struggling to find care for our 6 year old dog and our young puppy ! I was super anxious about leaving them for the first time but after meeting with Jessica and Guillermo I immediately felt at ease. Jessica was super communicative and sent lots of pictures throughout the day of our pups! I never had to guess what they were doing and both the pups had a blast! Jessica was also very respectful of our home, we came home to everything clean and put together just how it was before we left. Our puppy is a huge chewer and she ended up chewing a little bit of our carpet, Jessica immediately informed and showed me, and it was wonderful to have someone so transparent and honest about anything they happened while we were gone. We will absolutely be using them again for our next trip! (As long as they’ll have us) haha.”
“Trustworthy and professional dog sitter. She provided regular updates with photos, maintained a clean environment, and followed all care instructions. It's evident she genuinely enjoy spending time with dogs. Will definitely book again!"”
“Katie was the absolute best. She went above and beyond for her stay with my high energy pup, taking him on three 2+ mile walks over the course of her stay. She was extremely thorough and detail-oriented, executing each request and keeping our dog on schedule as much as possible. Sending a bunch of pictures and detailed recaps for each visit/walk. We would absolutely love to have Katie watch our dog again!”
“Trista came and helped out with a last minute request to watch my 3 Pom’s (including one with pretty bad separation anxiety 😬) while I was at a wedding. She was very responsive, on time, and flexible! If I’m ever in the area, I will definitely reach out again if I need a sitter! 😊”
About: I have been a veterinary technician for the last 19 years. I have spent the majority of that time working at a small animal practice, but also worked at an emergency and specialty practice for 4 years during that time as well. During my career, I have dealt with numerous c-sections, geriatric, diabetic, and renal patients. Meaning that, injections, SQ fluid, oral meds, etc, are not a problem.. I have also done pet sitting on the side for many years during this time as well. I have always had a love for animals. I currently own a 9 year old mixed breed dog, as well as a cat, and chinchilla. I have had many pocket pets over the years as well. I currently work full time, overnights only, on the front end of the week. I plan accordingly, to make sure the pets needs are met before and after work shift, and spoil them extra on the days I’m off. I adjust to whatever needs the pet requires, and make our schedules work in sync so that there are no issues with bathroom breaks, or feeding/medications.
“Antonia was outstanding! We knew ahead of time our fur babies were in great hands and we were not disappointed. Antonia was in contact with us, sending photos and updating us along the way. Vacation was much more relaxing knowing our dogs were happily in their home being loved on. Such a great find for our family!”
About: Hi! I am an experienced and energetic individual/ former dog owner looking forward to providing a safe and fun environment for your pet here in New Jersey. I grew up with a variety of pets in the household, especially dogs, but have an affinity for all kinds of pets. Through my remote working life and surf-travel, I've been able to take up some rewarding housesitting and pet sitting opportunities for both friends and strangers in NYC, California, and Mexico City. I'm very comfortable caring for pets with medications or special needs, and always treat every furry friend with the same love and attention as my own. I once did a month-long stay for a very large Irish Greyhound in Rockaway Beach, NYC and it was an exceptional experience. (See photos for reference). :) I'm an NJ native, nonprofit and NGO professional, and outdoorsy/nature enthusiast. I especially enjoy being active and taking big walks and going to parks and using the experience to learn more about being a responsible dog owner (future goal down the line!) I have experience with many different kinds of dogs across all ages, diet preferences, and energy levels. My hours are extremely flexible, and I am available on short notice if necessary. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me - I would love to be of assistance for you and your pet! Thank you! I am a free bird at the moment, so I am available for almost any time or day and can work with your schedule preferences! I live on a small lake with a beautiful yard which I am happy to utilize if they come over, just no indoor visits are allowed.
About: I’ve had dogs since I can remember. When I was 11 I had my own dog that I took care of and eventually once I was able to drive I payed and did everything for her (she was my age). I’ve taken care of family members dogs as well. I’m currently working at a doggy boarding and daycare facility. My job is to make sure the dogs are safe, happy and healthy. We take them out to the yard and bring them in for playtime. We learn dog body language and how to deal with their body language. I currently do not have my own dog but I do work at a boarding daycare facility. If you dog needs to be crated I can easily get them in there. The facility has very high fences for when the dogs go outside. Some dogs we do have to keep on a leash outside so they do not run away. I also play with the dogs and give them lots of love. The same can be done in a clients home as well. I will do whatever is needed for the dog I am watching.
“Heather was a pleasure to work with! She was very responsive via both Rover and text. Sadie seemed happy and tired (in the best way) when we got home. Heather was very detail-oriented and let us know when she saw a hot spot on Sadie's front paw, which we so appreciate! We felt very comfortable having Heather watch Sadie in our home and will definitely re-book! Thank you, Heather, for taking great care of our girl!”
“I highly recommend Alexyss! I am so glad I was able to find a sitter who loves my dog as much as I do. She has great experience , especially with bully breeds which left me at ease when going away! She is kind and attentive, and overall just loves animals! I am so grateful to have found her as a sitter!”
About: Attentive, loving, and cuddly—with just the right amount of structure. I follow care routines closely and use positive, effective methods like clicker training for happy, well-behaved pets I am a college student so I currently have open availability for your pet care needs and assistance Day time or night time ! ! I follow your pet’s routine or create a gentle, comforting one—walks, play, brushing, clicker training, and lots of love, care, attention, patience, and positive reinforcement.
About: Diana is a responsible adult, dog lover, she has owned various breads of dogs her entire life. Growing up in a farm with many diffrent animals she became avid animal lover. Diana is more than qualified to care for your pet if you're in need of a loving dog watcher to walk and care of your dog Diana is your girl. I'm available, Friday's, Saturday's and Sunday's Only. Some Holidays are considered. Owners need to provide crate if need it; Also, their food, bed and toys. Fanced yard and comfortable home, no kids that will bother your dog, your doggie will be safe with me! My home is your dog's home!
“This is the second time that we’ve used Erin to house sit our dog Rocky. Erin is awesome!!! She responds right away and always keeps us updated on her visits. Erin is now our go-to dog sitter. We will definitely be using her in the future. I highly recommend Erin for all of your dog sitting needs.”
“Henri watched our three dogs for a week and did a great job. He was reliable, took good care of them, and we felt comfortable knowing they were in good hands while we were away. We would definitely use Henri again!”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Lake Hopatcong is $60
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Lake Hopatcong
Christina, thank you so much! I really appreciate your thoughtful approach to pet sitting like being in touch throughout your stay, updating me on how our girls were doing, sending photos and leaving the house in great condition. Because of that, I was in complete ease while I was away and I would absolutely recommend you and hoping you’re available for our next trips! 🤍
Jesse stayed in our home for five nights with our black lab, and we couldn’t have asked for a better first experience. She was wonderful with our dog, kept us updated, and took great care of our home. We felt completely comfortable while we were away and will definitely be using Jesse again. Highly recommend!
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The average cost for House Sitting in Lake Hopatcong on Rover is $53.28 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 3,126 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Lake Hopatcong. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Lake Hopatcong walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Lake Hopatcong maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Lake Hopatcong choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Lake Hopatcong. On Rover:
- 94% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 99% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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