House Sitting in Lower Vailsburg, Newark, NJ
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âJay is the best. My Thunder who is a 75lb American Pitbull loves him and for anyone with this breed that once they trust you there is no such thing as personal space. This breed gets a bad reputation but they are cuddle buddies. Book him now and often you will not regret it!â

âAbsolutely the best pet and home sitter I have ever used. Communicative, caring, and clearly loves pets. My home was immaculate and my pups happy. 10/10 STARSâ

âKethely was so sweet to my quirky munchkins and kept me updated throughout. I havenât felt so secure about leaving my pets in a long time! I will absolutely book her again :)â


âIt was our first time leaving our dog for a house sitting service, and Marli went above and beyond to make sure Halo and we were comfortable. She was super communicative during our time away, sent me many pictures and updates of Halo, and was super respectful of our home and all the notes we left for Haloâs care. We appreciate Marli and will definitely continue to use her when we can in the future. Thank you, Marli!â

About: My name Katrina. I have 4 years working with dogs as a profession and about 11 years of experience caring for my own personal animals(4 cats and 2 dogs). I do rover part time to help pay for school. My rover schedule works around my work schedule leaving my Wednesday Thursday and Fridays free. Staturday through Tuesday I am free after 6pm. I like to follow the directions of the owner based on my stay. Due to small children in my home sitting would be at the client's home. I am also able to administer medication and give your dog a bath if needed or requested.
âVeronica was absolutely wonderful with my babies! She went above and beyond, from picking up new toys and treats for the girls, to taking them on adventures, and doing everything she could to make them comfortable and happy. I received a ton of pics and videos and it was easy to tell how happy my Lily and Bella were with Veronica's care. I highly recommend Veronica for your pet sitting needs.â

About: I have 2 big boys 1 pitbull and 1 Doberman. Love em to death and theyâre such good boys. I pretty much know what to do when it comes to any dog but any specific instruction is cool too. I work remote so I donât really have much to do on my free time and I love animals so why not try to see if this works I personally wake up 7 am take them to the park play with them for 3 hours then nap time wake up at 2 take them out feed them and play until 7:8 until they tire themselves out

âI am so delighted we found Milena as she took such excellent care of our puppy. This was my first time away from the pup and I was getting so anxious about finding someone responsible but after meeting Milena, it was clear she was very knowledgeable and trustworthy - I felt truly reassured Yara would be in terrific hands, which was indeed the case! Milena was quick to respond to my messages, sent me lots of photo updates, and was extra attentive to Yara's wellbeing. We will most definitely be booking Milena's services again!â

About: Our pets give us unconditional love, so Iâll make sure they feel that same love when Iâm around. Whether itâs going on a walk, playing with their favorite toys or simply taking care of their essential needs, I am committed to providing a service that reflects the joy they bring into our lives. Currently, Iâm working from home, so my schedule is pretty flexible. I am available for drop-in visits and walks early mornings, late afternoons, and evenings if needed. I can easily adapt into their unique lifestyle by conducting an initial meet and greet, getting to know their preferences, and tailoring a routine in accordance to their needs.
About: I feel what makes me different from other candidates is that I have treats for them. I make sure they are always comfortable. I give you updates on how they are doing. I know as dog parents sometimes we stress of knowing how they are. I also have been working taking care of dogs since I was 15. It was helped me learn a lot through the years Taking care of your fur baby fits in my daily routine because I have extra time and I enjoy going on walks and they bring so much joy. What makes my home safe is that I live a safe area. There is a park across the street across the street. They also get the backyard. There are no kids and they will monitored.
âAnya and El are so very kind and caring. They took excellent care of house sitting and caring for our puppy. They followed our directions and went beyond to enrich our puppyâs world, taking her to dog parks, on hikes, to Petco and lots of walks. They consulted and were generous with their time. They even bought treats and a recommended collar. We highly recommend them!â

About: I've nurtured cats and dogs generally smaller for as long as I can remember for friends and family but most of all pet parents who travel to destinations that may not be accommodating and accessible for furr babies. I'm currently working part-time a few days a week so I'm available after 10am most days except Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays when I'm only able to before 3pm. I ensure any rooms that are off limits a closed off. I proactively prevent dropping and leaving out potentially harmful objects or substances that may lead to an emergency room visit. I enjoy any furr babies company and they love me
âNatasha was great with our Husky! She always replied in a timely manner and our pup seemed to really like her. The amount of pictures and updates that she shared with us was perfect. Definitely recommend!â

âJestine was on time, friendly, personable, paid attention, asked great questions, and was generally a joy to work with. Our 70lb. Rottsky has Separation Anxiety and can be a handful, but Jestine was awesome with him. We hired her to house sit the dog, but she also calmed our anxieties about leaving him alone! It's always a bit odd to have a relative stranger in your home, but after just a few minutes chatting, our fears melted away. We look forward to welcoming her back again!â

âMolly and her husband were great, they took care of our two dogs while we were away for a few days and made sure they were pampered and stayed healthy. They also left our place clean and went the extra mile to get our puppy some extra food when he ran out of it. Highly recommend!â

About: I have cared for other people's dogs--roommates, friends, neighbors--since childhood, many decades! I've lived with cats, dogs and birds. I said goodbye to my rescue Westie of almost 17 years during 2025, and Iâm not ready for another long-term pet commitment yet. I puppy trained her (with trainer) from 4 months and provided senior care for the last few years. I am very patient when meeting new animal souls, allowing them to come to me when theyâre ready. I have been taking shelter dogs on Afternoon Adventures and have been successful with helping to train dogs in my care. I am working part time and have a flexible schedule, and now that I'm pet-less, I am available, even on short notice. I have been going on walks/hikes in our beautiful parks (over 2 miles) and would prefer some four-legged company. I am very good at following your instructions, respectful of routines and choices you make, and sensitive to furry companions' needs. I'll send you lots of pics! I will board low-maintenance/energy pets in my home, not puppies or kittens.
Lower Vailsburg pet parents share their Rover experiences
Breanna and her partner have been amazing! My dog has stomach issues and anxiety and they cared for him so well. They would send me updates and communicated daily. I came back and they left my place spotless. I would definitely book with them again and would 100% recommend

Chris did an amazing job watching our dog Gobi and we will definitely have him watch him again in the future! He has a very calm, comforting demeanor which helped our nervous guy feel safe. But he also loved playing with him and tired him out nicely for us! He went above and beyond by taking him out for 3 extra walks and even brought one of our packages inside the house. I also loved the picture updates he sent us! Thank you Chris, see you soon!

Nassira was absolutely wonderful! She was punctual, followed all our instructions perfectly, and sent regular updates with photos that gave us total peace of mind. Our dogs were happy and well cared for, and our home was in great condition when we returned. Highly recommend and will definitely use her service again!
Stephanie helped us out last minute when our previous sitter canceled on us. Stephanie is so sweet and was wonderful with our four greyhounds! The pups just loved her. It was comforting to know she was caring for them while we were away and the photos and updates were lovely!

Jay is the best. My Thunder who is a 75lb American Pitbull loves him and for anyone with this breed that once they trust you there is no such thing as personal space. This breed gets a bad reputation but they are cuddle buddies. Book him now and often you will not regret it!

Samiyah did a great job watching my dogs, Debo and Sadie, while I was out of town from Thursday to Wednesday. She was reliable, respectful of my home, and kept me updated with messages and photos throughout the stay, which I really appreciated. She followed all instructions as requested and made sure both dogs were well cared for during my time away. I came home to everything in order and two well-looked-after dogs. Her professionalism and communication made the entire process smooth. I would definitely book Samiyah again and recommend her to anyone in need of a dependable and trustworthy sitter.

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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Lower Vailsburg.
Heading out of town? Itâs 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. Lower Vailsburg house sitters are great for:
- Dogs whoâd 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 youâre 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.
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