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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
11 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

Xena was great with my dog, Penny! She took great pictures and sent updates throughout the day. She communicated well and I could tell my dog was well taken care of. Thanks, Xena! 😊

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Vanessa D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

I simply cannot express the relief I had while traveling with Vanessa as my house/pet sitter. I have 2 cats and was babysitting my daughters cat, who arrived the day I left. Vanessa sent pics everyday of the cats snuggled with her or chilling in their fav spots! My trip was very unexpected, and it was my first time using Rover. I’ve always wary booked Vanessa again for a trip I had planned and was going to take my cat to my daughters, but it was so much more relaxing for them here in their home❤️

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Angela M.
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Aliyah M.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
12 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20902

Aliyah went above and beyond in taking care of my cats. My youngest fur baby instantly warmed up to her, which is quite rare! Aliyah sent me lots of photos while I was away, easing my separation anxiety. Being away from my cats is never easy, but knowing they were in such great care with Aliyah made it so much better.

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Vicky A.
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$55
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4.9 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
10 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Rockville, MD, 20853

Vicky was an excellent dog and house sitter. Very prompt and responsive. I would highly recommend her by looking for somebody to watch their dogs and or the house.

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Marcelo R.
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$27
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10 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

About: I have been surrounded by dogs my entire life and currently manage a busy household with three pups of my own: a Pitbull, a Jack Russell, and a Shih Tzu. This personal experience means I am completely comfortable and skilled at handling all types of dogs, from high-energy breeds and large dogs to small, sensitive pups. I understand that every dog has a unique personality and specific routine, and I’m dedicated to giving your pet the exact care, exercise, and love they need while you're away. I have been surrounded by dogs my entire life and currently manage a busy household with three pups of my own: a Pitbull, a Jack Russell, and a Shih Tzu. This personal experience means I am completely comfortable and skilled at handling all types of dogs, from high-energy breeds and large dogs to small, sensitive pups. I understand that every dog has a unique personality and specific routine, and I’m dedicated to giving your pet the exact care, exercise, and love they need while you're away. I work full-time from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, so my primary availability is for weekday evening visits, overnights, and full-time weekends. Because my workplace is pet-friendly, I can easily bring a guest dog to the office with me if daytime supervision is necessary. Otherwise, my schedule allows me to dedicate my entire evening and weekend to giving your dogs or cats undivided attention, exercise, and care. I have two excellent environments to accommodate your pet's needs. For dogs, I utilize my clean, spacious family home where my parents and my own dogs live. It features a great backyard for them to hang out and play in. For cats—or if a dog needs a change of pace—I can use the clean apartment I share with my girlfriend, which is home to our friendly cat. Both environments are completely pet-safe, secure, and tailored to keep your animals comfortable, happy, and well-supervised.

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Jason U.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
117 reviews
47 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

Jason did an amazing job taking care of our dogs. He kept us updated throughout the day which kept us at ease during our trip. He was very respectful of our home and patient with our puppy! I would highly recommend Jason and will definitely be open to working with him in the future!

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Ashley R.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20901

Ashley was an awesome pet sitter and our pets loved her. She’s great with dogs and cats and knows how to adapt to different pet personalities very well! I highly recommend her.

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Malek B.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
20 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Rockville, MD, 20853

This was our second time having Malek care for our pets and he is wonderful. Super responsive. He will give tons of love to your animals and is just a great guy. He has stayed in our home both times and we trust him entirely. Will definitely rebook next time!

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Omar & Claudia T.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
15 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Rockville, MD, 20852

Omar was a house sitter for our dog and cat on relatively short notice due to a sudden death of a close relative. Omar was flexible and communicated very well with us. We greatly appreciated the morning and evening pictures of both pets. Highly recommended and we will be a repeat customer.

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$51
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
4 years of experience
Wheaton-Glenmont, MD, 20902

Jade was great. I came home to happy healthy pets. We would love to have Jade back!

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Oluwaseun B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

About: Neighbors, family and friends trusted and relied on me to walk, bathe, feed, and play with their fur babies and can count on me to love their pets🐾 I currently have a wide availability during the week and weekends (select Sundays available upon request) for Mondays-Saturdays for the morning hours (7am-11am), afternoons (12 pm-4:30pm) and evening hours (4:30pm-9pm). I have a clean and quiet home and open space for play and big couch for cuddles and dog tv watching. My house has three levels for any fur baby to sit on the landing spot of the stairs

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Charlie M.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

Charlie house sat for us for a week. He took amazing care of our cat and dog. Charlie was very professional and an excellent communicator. When we got home, the pets were happy and the house was immaculate. I highly recommend Charlie for pet sitting. We'll be using his services again!

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Jennifer C.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
21 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20904

Jennifer is a dream. She stayed two days and an overnight with my two aging rescue dogs and I believe they would have preferred to swap me for her by the end of her stay. She cuddled and played with them and sent great pix, and she left the house spotless. She was so easy to work with and a good communicator. I will definitely use her again for home stays with my dogs.

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Rachel R.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
160 reviews
84 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

Rachel is, indeed, very energetic & outgoing. I was delighted to see how friendly my dog felt towards her after our trip was over. He (& I) will definitely request her again for another trip. My cats are not as easily won over but she managed to help them feel better thru their huge separation anxiety & they were doing well when we returned home. Rachel was terrific about communicating with me thru out & sending photos.

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Jazzel M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

About: I'm a dog-mom of a pup named Bear! I absolutely adore my dog and would share my love with your furry-friend! I've had Bear since he was a puppy and he's now 4. So, I know first hand the level of care needed for puppies and teen dogs. I'm comfortable with cats as well! I've been around kittens and cats for most of my life through many of my friends. So, I'm very comfortable and familiar with the care they need. I work remote, so my schedule is pretty flexible. As long as I have good notice I'm happy to care for your furry-friend! I do ask that if there are any request during regular business hours (8 am- 6 pm), that I can bring my work laptop. I love my dog very much and am really on top of his care/needs, so I completely understand and expect that from pet owners. I welcome any insights or feedback on how you'd like your pet to be cared for. I'll also be sure to provide updates, videos, and photos to show how things are going. I love getting those for my dog, so l'll be sure to provide that to you! I work remote, so my schedule is pretty flexible. As long as I have good notice I’m happy to care for your pup! I do ask that if there are any request during regular business hours (8 am- 6 pm), that I can bring my work laptop. I’m not accepting any boarding requests at the moment, but I’m happy to provide any other service! I love my dog very much and am really on top of his care/needs, so I completely understand and expect that from pet owners. I welcome any insights or feedback on how you’d like your pet to be cared for. I’ll also be sure to provide updates, videos, and photos to show how things are going. I love getting those for my dog, so I’ll be sure to provide that to you!

Sitter Profile Image: Mariela S.
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Mariela S.
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$30
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4.6 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20905

About: What sets me apart from other sitters is my extensive experience caring for senior dogs, including my own 13-year-old companion, Angel. She’s a wonderful example of how older pets can still be energetic and joyful with the right care and attention. I understand the unique needs of senior animals, such as gentle exercise, medication management, and extra patience. Additionally, I’m skilled at adapting activities to suit each pet’s age and personality, whether it’s training puppies or providing comfort to older pets. My compassionate approach ensures every pet feels safe, loved, and engaged, no matter their stage of life. I work part time so i’m just down to do this whenever I am free . THE MORE BABIES THE BETTER , I have a semi flexible schedule I have a fenced yard and I can care for your baby almost as well as you can IF YOU LET ME GIMME THE FUR BABIESSSSS

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Kazune K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Rockville, MD, 20850

Kazune (Jenny) was the best! Max instantly loved her. She had great communication and knew exactly what Max needed.

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Scott M.
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$95
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20906

Scott did an excellent job caring for our dog! Communication was prompt, clear, and detailed. He spent a valuable hour walking, feeding, and playing with her so we could enjoy an afternoon away. Would 100% hire Scott again.

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Julianne B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
65 reviews
27 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Silver Spring, MD, 20902

Julianne stayed with our two high maintenance (emotionally not medically) cats while we were away. Our one cat behaves like a dog and was her companion the whole time judging by the pictures and updates :) Came home to super well adjusted and happy cats… as if we never left.. which was exactly what we wanted! Would highly recommend!

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$31
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4.9 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
4 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Burtonsville, MD, 20866

Izzy was so great - very responsive and took care of all my requests! Very grateful that I found her on Rover, and I'll definitely be booking with her again!

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Stephanie S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rachel did a great job watching our big, anxious dog and shy cat for a long weekend. She was comfortable with the care instructions and everything went smoothly.

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Lindsay P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We are so thrilled to have a trusted pet sitter who loves our animals so much. We can go away without worry and come home to a happy pet and tidy house. They're so great, they even helped us out by agreeing to a last minute booking. Highly recommend!!

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Victoria W.
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Kelly was great watching our boys over the weekend. One of our dogs is more shy and he warmed up to her quickly! She has great attention to detail, followed instructions perfectly, and sent tons of photos.

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Alexandra V.
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Julia was great! My daughter has used her so she came recommended. I would not hesitate to use her again.

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Lydia R.
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We had a great experience and would definitely use her again! She took wonderful care of our dogs and our home while we were away. She was very polite, communicative, and thoughtful throughout our trip. She also checked in multiple times to see if there was anything else we needed her to take care of while we were gone. We didn’t end up needing anything additional, but we really appreciated her offering and knowing she was happy to help. We came home to happy dogs and a well-cared-for home. Highly recommend!

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Katie R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Helene was amazing! She was so flexible with several of my flight delays and really made things so easy for me. She was communicative with photos and messages throughout my trip, and my pups clearly had a great time with her.

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Stephanie P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Vanessa is experienced and highly reliable. My dog and cat were clearly given excellent care. I don’t believe they could get better care elsewhere. I definitely want her loving and nurturing care for my pets again.

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Maura C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sofie had the best time with Leyah. It was great to see the pictures while we were traveling. Leyah will always be our first choice for dog sitting.

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Blair H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ashley did a wonderful job caring for our needy cat, Charlie. She communicated promptly, sent great pictures and followed directions meticulously. It was great peace of mind for us.

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Kathy R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Melanie was such a trooper! Three kitties, two with pills, and a cancelled flight return/emergency extra day. That's a lot to juggle and she managed beautifully. All three kitties loved her and were clearly happy and healthy in the great pics that she sent regularly. Highly recommend!

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Grace M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Salman stayed with my 2 dogs and took great care of them. He followed all instructions and left my house neat and clean. He also gave updates with photos.

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Beth S.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Karen is a gem. I have two dogs and one of them is a senior who requires a lot of maintenance and special care. I can’t tell you how much of a relief it is to have her help and care for my boys. Thank you, Karen!

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Haley M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sylvia did a great job with my dogs, she sent us pictures each day and when we got home they were very happy. The house was left in perfect condition as well!

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Julie W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jason was great - clearly a dog lover. He was open for being a bit of a test run for Artie staying somewhere overnight that wasn't our house for the first time. He was very communicative, and even drove Artie back to us when we got home a little later than we were expecting.

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Adam M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Scott did an excellent job caring for our dog! Communication was prompt, clear, and detailed. He spent a valuable hour walking, feeding, and playing with her so we could enjoy an afternoon away. Would 100% hire Scott again.

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Allyson M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Brittany was great! She house sat for us and took great care of our dogs for a week while we were on vacation. She followed all our directions, made sure our 2 dogs were well cared for and happy during our trip, and kept us well updated. Brittany can be relied upon to care for your pets for extended periods of time and we will definitely be using Brittany again in the future. Thank you Brittany!

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Ramzi D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Emma did a wonderful job of caring for our silly Lab. She sent us photos of a happy dog, which was comforting. Emma played with our dog and took here out for the exercise which is so important for dog's health. When we returned, our furry girl was happy. Emma also left our home as it was when we left. I would not hesitate to have Emma care for our dog when again.

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Sarah W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Angela took great care of my dogs at the last minute and kept me updated the whole time with messages and photos. She was reliable, easy to communicate with, and made me feel completely comfortable knowing they were in good hands. I’d definitely book with her again!

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Amanda W.
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Concetta is the most professional and amazing sitter ever. She goes above and beyond in taking care of your animals and is communicative and proactive. I would recommend her to anyone looking for care of their fur babies!

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Kristen K.
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Betzabe is a fabulous pet sitter. She gives updates and photos every time she visits. She gave personalized attention including food, walks and playtime to my two little poodle mixes. Even my high anxiety and particular dog loves when Betzabe comes. I highly recommend her as a pet sitter.

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Heidi C.
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The average cost for House Sitting in Layhill South on Rover is $66.6 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 11,270 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Layhill South. 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 Layhill South 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 Layhill South 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 Layhill South 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!

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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 Layhill South. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% 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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