House Sitting in Lakeland, Baltimore, MD
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Kathleen took great care of our senior cat and our home. She navigated some technical challenges with our alarm system with professionalism and good humor. Highly recommend. Will definitely re-book.”

“Naya handled all my dog could throw at someone new - from pooping in his crate to trucking her into extra play time outside, naya handled it all perfectly. When I got home, I literally had to reassure my fiance someone did take care of juicy- she left the house with no trace she was here, she only left behind a happy well loved pup! Will be booking naya again!”

“Kathleen helped out last minute with a dog sitting for our girls and we couldn't be happier to have had her watch them. She was really sweet to them and sent updates while we were out of the house so we felt very at ease.”

“Natalie was great with our little guy! She was communicative, punctual, came in clutch for a relatively last minute holiday booking, was patient with our dogs initial stranger danger reaction, and our stranger-scared cat even ventured out to say hi to her. Would book again.”

“Emily took such good care of my two senior dogs. Very kind and patient, and also left my house in great condition after house-sitting. I would definitely recommend and will contact for sitting in the future. Thanks, Emily!”

“Emily did an amazing job with my senior dogs! I had a really good experience. She took time to get to know them and was extra careful handling them. Definitely recommend!”

About: I’ve worked at and managed a dog boarding facility for a little over two years in downtown Baltimore. I also have a pit bull mix and a beagle. My beagle is 10 who’ve I had since she was a puppy and my pity is about 5 who’ve I’ve also had since a puppy. My beagle has currently had to undergo a lot of surgeries so I can certainly take care of any high maintenance or elderly dogs. I work a full time job but when sitting or having animals to care for they will get tended to in the morning before work, immediately after I am off and before I go to bed/home. The weekends I am always free. Pets will not be welcome in my home as I have too many animals and unknown factors associated with that. When entering a clients home I will make sure the pet can hear me entering the home as to not startle them. I will always let them sniff me and see who I am before any further approach. Any treats that are allowed to be given while owners are away I will give. It ultimately depends on the animal and what is communicated to me about the personality and behaviors. I will always Ask questions if I am unsure of anything and never assume something based off the way I care for my personal pets. Everyone has different instructions and I intend to honor them.
“Liz and Rich took amazing care of our recently adopted dog and our 2 cats. We came home to pets who were calm and happy and interactive - even our shy cat. To me, this is what it's all about, knowing your pets were well cared for and given lots of love. Will definitely use them again!”

“Bria was fantastic. This was our first time booking with her and the meet and greet went smoothly. She took excellent care of both Hampton and Neko and kept our home clean and tidy. We felt completely at ease while we were away. We are already looking forward to having her sit for us again soon. Highly recommend.”

About: I am a young-professional living in Baltimore and ready to care for your pet(s)! I have a black cat of my own who I spend most of my time with, but love all animals. I have fostered cats and dogs with my family since I was in high school, grew up with a dog, and have cared for friends and family pets regularly. I work from home a majority of the time so my schedule is flexible and I can make it work for you and love your pets like my own. I am excited to walk your dog, play string with your cat, and ensure they are well-cared for while you're out. I work from home and have a flexible schedule. Happy to check in mid-day during your 9-5 and on weekends! I aim to spend time with your pet and make sure they are comfortable and taken care of. I have my own cat and she has made it clear she is happy as an only-child, so I can't have other pets in my own house. But I am happy to come to you! I will make sure they have the food, water, toys, and pets they need until you're back. I know it can be stressful to leave your pet at home, so I will make sure they are safe and happy.
“Sage was fabulous and is so pleasant to talk to! She kept me well-informed with how my boys were doing while they were with her and she treated my house with respect while she stayed over. I definitely plan to book with her again any time I go out of town.”

“Susan has been an amazing sitter for Dobby. She went above and beyond to take care of his meals since my dog is the absolute pickiest eater you can ever come across. She also took him out on long walks, kept him engaged and made sure that he felt absolutely at home and safe in my absence. She was also very kind to him and took incredible care of him when he had an upset stomach for a couple of days. I will definitely look forward to having Susan sit Dobby again in my absence.”

“Nico is great! She took wonderful care of our energetic puppy and kitten for 5 days & nights. She sent us updates every day with cute pictures. We will definitely book her again. Ralphie & Lucy”

“Katherine did an overnight stay at my house. She was very communicative leading up to the stay and was great with meeting my dogs. She sent multiple updates throughout the stay, even though it was just one night. We came home to relaxed and happy pups! Would definitely book with her again.”

Over 302 pet parents in Lakeland have booked house sitting
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Christine is AMAZING! She dog sat our two dogs while we were out of town, one of which never likes anyone but took to her right away. She regularly updated us and put us at ease. She went above and beyond while staying with our babies. It’s so hard to find a good sitter and we’re so grateful to have found her!

Kathleen was great! She house sat my pup Sadie last minute and communicated just the right amount, sent great pictures, and left the home looking untouched! She was very flexible and I appreciate her double checking on things before leaving the home. My small dog can sometimes feel anxious after she has a sitter, but Sadie was happy and calm when I returned from my trip so I know Kathleen did a great job. I definitely am very appreciative and will book again!!

Natalie was great with our little guy! She was communicative, punctual, came in clutch for a relatively last minute holiday booking, was patient with our dogs initial stranger danger reaction, and our stranger-scared cat even ventured out to say hi to her. Would book again.

Ariel was amazing! She accepted my very last-minute request and responded quickly right from the start. She kept me updated throughout the day and took great care of my very needy couch potatoes. I felt completely at ease knowing they were in such good hands. I will definitely be rebooking — thank you, Ariel!

Naya was great! She was super professional and had a clear love for animals. Despite having met before the sitting, our pup was a little weary of her but she knew exactly what to do. She gave frequent updates and lots of pictures and responded quickly. She took great care of our pup.

I love booking with Mel! This was my second time booking with Mel to watch my dog and cat- she was punctual, communicated well, and took great care of my babies. It is comforting booking with someone like Mel that is responsible, trustworthy and cares so much for your pets!

Emily was amazing, my boys loved her, and I felt very comfortable leaving them in her care. She was professional and very communicative, the daily photos helped so much. Even when encountering some unexpected issues (on my end) and with Atticus boycotting his meds, she handled them with grace and went above and beyond. I could not recommend Emily enough!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Lakeland is $45
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Sitters in Lakeland 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 Lakeland on Rover as of Jan 2026 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 100% of Lakeland house sitters respond in under an hour.
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 Lakeland.
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. Lakeland 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.

















