House Sitting Marina del Rey
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“This is our second time having Tracy take care of our dog in our house. She is timely, responsible, reliable, and a good communicator. Tracy respected our fur baby’s feeding/walking schedule, which is huge. Our dog was clearly happy and cared for when we returned home. We’ll definitely ask for Tracy again in the future. Love her!”
“Siena was able to accommodate my last minute house-sitting request and was great! Very communicative, sent lots of happy photos with my dog and made sure he was well taken care of (like putting on calming dog music on my TV for him before she left the house)!”
“Nicholle was great! She was super attentive to our pups while we were gone and gave us frequent updates throughout the day. Pups seemed to have had a great time over the weekend with her!”
“Lainee did such a wonderful job taking care of my two dogs and cat that I booked with her a second time and she again exceeded expectations and I know my pets were so happy to have her with them!”
About: Leaving your fur babies behind is never easy, but I’m here to give you total peace of mind. As a registered veterinary technician with 14 years of experience caring for animals, I’m happily stepping out of the clinic and into your home! My goal is to bring that same high level of medical expertise and attentiveness into the comfortable, stress-free environment where your pets feel safest. Whether your sweet pup or kitty needs a strict medical routine, or just an extra dose of love and belly rubs while you’re away, I promise to treat them exactly like my own. Because I work from home, I have the complete freedom and flexibility to closely adhere to your pet's individual daily routine and schedule. Whether that’s with drop-in visits, walks and exercise, or pet sitting in your home. Every pet has their own perfect pace, and I'm happy to match it. From leisurely walks along the strand/beach to high-energy games of fetch in the park or yard, or just cozying up for some serious couch-potato cuddles, your pet gets exactly the kind of day they love most. My extensive veterinary background equips me to handle pets that require specialized attention. I am highly experienced in administering oral and injectable medications. I have been fully trained in recognizing subtle animal behaviors, and tailor my care to meet their individual needs and personalities. I always respect their boundaries, move to their level of comfort, and use only positive and gentle handling so they feel safe and loved. My own experience caring for my beloved cranky 14 year old pup, who suffers from epilepsy and immune mediated illness, has taught me to be extremely observant, read body language meticulously, and proactively adapt environments to avoid negative situations. I am passionate about welcoming animals of all breeds, sizes, temperaments, and life stages—from energetic puppies and kittens to sweet seniors. I have 2 senior pups and a 26-year-old tortoise of my own! My love for animals is a huge part of who I am, even outside the clinic. While living in Southeast Asia, I spent my time volunteering with local rescue organizations, where I personally loved on and cared for over 200 dogs and puppies. From nursing injured and paralyzed pups to keeping up with daily feeding, bathing, and playtime, I was fully hands-on. Above all, your pet’s safety and happiness are at the heart of everything I do. I want you to feel like you're leaving your baby with a trusted friend. I pride myself on being reliable, attentive, and deeply compassionate, and I treat your home and pets with the utmost respect. I promise to keep you connected with plenty of sweet updates and photos along the way. I truly love going the extra mile to ensure that you can relax completely, knowing your furry family member is feeling loved, comfortable, and completely pampered. Can't wait to meet your best friend! Working from home gives me the complete flexibility to seamlessly match your pets daily routine. I am available for whatever your pet needs, from walks and feedings to drop-in’s and full pet sitting. Because my own grumpy senior pup doesn’t do well with new friends, I don’t offer care in my home. However, I’d love to keep your pets routine perfectly consistent by caring for them in their own familiar space.
About: After nine years in the corporate world at Google, I’ve stepped away to focus on my passions—with animals at the top of the list. My favorite workday moments were always the same: seeing dogs at the office or coming home to my own two. So, transitioning to professional pet care was a natural next step. I have extensive experience caring for dogs, cats, and even horses for friends, family, and colleagues. With me, your pet will be treated like a member of my family and, most importantly, receive the highest level of care. Weekday Availability: I am fully available Monday through Friday. Whether your pet needs a midday walk, a medication schedule, or consistent check-ins, I have the capacity to be there. Weekend Flexibility: I am available for the vast majority of weekends, so I am here to help when you have travel plans or just need a little extra support during your days off. Safety and comfort always come first, and that starts with understanding your pet and your routine. Because every pet is unique, I tailor my care to their specific needs and your instructions. You can always count on consistent updates with photos, and I am available to address any questions or concerns you may have.
About: Hi! I’m a dependable and caring animal lover with experience taking care of dogs and other pets of all sizes and personalities. I understand how important it is to make pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their owners are away. I have a Miniature Australian Shepherd of my own, so I’m very familiar with energetic, intelligent dogs and the attention and care they need. Whether it’s walks, playtime, feeding, overnight care, or just keeping your pet company, I’ll treat them like family and make sure they get plenty of love and attention. I work part-time for myself, so I have a flexible schedule and can usually be available as long as I receive notice ahead of time. I genuinely enjoy being active with dogs, whether that means long walks, playing fetch, going to the park, or helping them burn off energy and stay happy. I love spending time with animals and making sure they get plenty of exercise, attention, and care while you’re away. When caring for your dog in your home, I will make sure to follow all of your instructions closely to keep your pet comfortable and maintain their normal routine. I treat every home with respect and ensure everything stays clean, safe, and exactly how you left it. I will provide fresh water, regular feeding, potty breaks, walks, playtime, and lots of attention so your dog feels relaxed and secure in their familiar environment. My goal is to reduce any stress your pet may feel while you’re away by giving them consistent care, affection, and companionship right in their own home. For longer stays I prefer my dog accompany me. She is 1.5 years old, trained, and extremely friendly.
“Nina was the kindest, most professional dog/house sitter we have ever had! She stayed at our house and watched our pup Juniper for 4 days while we were on a family trip. Plans changed a couple times and Nina was flexible and communicative. Once the job started we got so many thoughtful updates about our dog, with lots of sweet photos! She left the house spotless and Juniper happy to have had great company! Would hire her again in a heartbeat ? Thank you, Nina!”
About: I love dogs! I would want a bernedoodle because they are so cute. I always wanted a dog, but my parents never gave me one growing up. So I would always go to my friends house and play with their dog. I hang out with my brothers girlfriends dog (pug), daily. I have experience in house sitting/dog sitting for a few years. I am pretty flexible, as long as there is constant communication. I am a loving and caring person. One thing I love to do with dogs is to cuddle. I have a flexible schedule, so I’m able to take a dog for walks and play with them. I have a pug that lives with me, so I take care of him a few days during the week. Pretty lowkey. I live in an apartment so it’s pretty small to have play. I love taking my roommates pug to the dog park or to the beach and get some sunshine and play.
About: I have a lot of personal experience with dogs. When I lived in Spain, I had three dogs: two German Shepherds and one Maltese, so I grew up taking care of dogs with very different personalities, sizes, and needs. Since moving here, I have also been helping take care of my boss’s dog and my neighbor’s dog, so I am very comfortable with daily walks, feeding routines, playtime, and giving them lots of attention and love. I truly enjoy spending time with dogs and would treat any dog in my care as if they were part of my family. I work from home, so I have plenty of time for walks, playtime, feeding, and attention during the day. My goal is to enjoy caring for a dog, since I’m not currently able to adopt one of our own. I live in a dog-friendly home near the beach, which makes it perfect for daily walks and outdoor time. I’m very responsible, caring, and attentive, and i would make sure any dog staying with us feels safe, loved, and comfortable. I would follow the owner’s routine carefully and treat their dog like part of our family.
“Professional! On time! Kind! Loving to animals! On point! Didi saved us after another Rover backed out two hours before! We should have picked Didi first. She was amazing! If you want a phenomenal experience on the Rover marketplace, please pick Didi.”
About: Just getting officially started on rover but I have been working on the side in pet care for years! Offering services such as walking, pet check ins throughout the day, overnight sitting, and just about anything in between! I have years of experience when it comes to pet sitting and pet care. Just looking to expand my horizons here. I work full time in downtown Santa Monica but have flexible remote work days every week. I can form my schedule around pet care I have a full time job in downtown Santa Monica but work remotely throughout the week! Typically spend most of my time outside and would absolutely adore getting to have that outside time with your pet Taking pets strictly on paved paths, sidewalks, parks, or trails and dedicate 100% effort to keeping your pet safe at all costs! Taking the best possible care of our animals is the number one concern.
“Piper went above and beyond during the week that she house sat for us. Not only did she give all four of our animas so much love and attention, but she also helped us with last minute house items. We cannot recommend her enough, will definitely use her again!!”
“Kourosh is ery responsive and easy to work with. It was great having someone who is willing to stay overnight with my disabled, senior dog at a reasonable rate. It gets very expensive given I cannot board her so I really appreciate the peace of mind of having somebody in my home I can trust and who has patience with older dogs.”
“Once again, Jennifer took excellent care of my kittens! They were happy and healthy when I got home and the house looked just as clean as when I left! There were some tech issues and Jennifer was able to look into them for me and get them sorted so all of the automated cat gear could continue to function.”
“We were so happy to find Nicole and that she was available on such short notice! She was wonderful with our dogs and they loved her instantly! She is reliable and kept in touch. Awesome experience and we knew our babies were safe and happy.”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Marina del Rey is $63
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Marina del Rey
I had a great experience with Kaile watching Alfie overnight at my apartment! She was incredibly respectful of my space, communicative throughout the stay and shared plenty of photos and updates, which I really appreciated. It was clear Alfie was in great hands, and everything went smoothly from start to finish. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, thoughtful and caring
Kin-Ling & William were great! We needed a last minute booking for house sitting our two senior pups. They were able to come that day for a meet and greet and asked lots of thoughtful questions about our pups. We had an early flight the next morning and again Kin-Ling was able to accommodate us and show up to be with the pups when we left. She did great on cooking the pups their individual meals, administering medicine, driving them to their favorite park for morning walks, walking them in the neighborhood for the evening walk, sending us photos/videos, and even going to the vet to pickup a refill.
Sarah and Karl were AMAZING dog sitters. They sent us daily updates of Maple and gave her lots of love and play time. Maple warmed up to them right away and we felt so comfortable knowing Maple was well taken care of. They also helped take care of our plants while we were away and took great care of our home. We would definitely book again!
Natalia does an excellent job at taking care of sugar and always communicates well, despite the fact I am often busy while she is caretaking for me. My dog even got sick while I was gone and she handled the issue without adding any stress for myself. A very capable sitter!
Jasmine was excellent and highly recommend! We went on an extended trip to Japan and this was the first time we used Rover and found Jasmine and we were very happy having her at our house and didn’t have to worry about our cats and dog at all the entire time. We knew they were in good hands with her and we were able to fully enjoy our trip. We were a little worried because we were 16 hours ahead, but she was very on point with sending updates and asking questions and sending us info on our animals so we didn’t have to worry at all. Especially Chance is a senior dog — 15 years old — but he did great and she was very communicative during the whole process. If you’re looking for a solid pet sitter, I highly recommend Jasmine.
In all our years of meeting sitters on Rover, Anita is heads and shoulders above the rest. The level of care, kindness, and attention to detail was nothing short of outstanding. She was punctual, genuinely loving to our sweet Mala, took lots of fabulous photos, offered regular updates, and left our home looking immaculate! Anita is a dream, and someone we would ask back again, without question!
Lainee is truly amazing! Our older pup really loves her, and even though our younger pup can have some separation anxiety, she was so patient and kind while watching him while we were out. Throughout the night, she provided photo updates that put us at ease, knowing they were being so well taken care of. Thank you, Lainee!
Natalie is truly a godsend. This was our first time asking someone to care for our puppy while we were away, and as first‑time puppy parents, trusting a new person felt nerve‑wracking at first. Natalie immediately put us at ease. She followed every instruction we provided, kept us updated, and treated our puppy with so much patience and care. He clearly had a great time with her, and she even taught him a helpful little trick for settling in his playpen - something we genuinely appreciate. We couldn’t have asked for a better first experience, and we’re so grateful for her support!
Gwen is amazing with my 2 dogs. 1 is a very new puppy, and the other is an adult Husky. Both very different in size, energy level and personalities. Gwen was able to handle both of them with a lot of expertise and care. She's very responsive and reliable. Will definitely use her again. Thanks so much for taking such great care of my 2 pups!
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The average cost of House Sitting in Marina del Rey is $68 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $34 and $125 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 13,642 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Marina del Rey. 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 Marina del Rey 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 Marina del Rey 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 Marina del Rey 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 , 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 .
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 casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .
sitters on Rover set their own , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Marina del Rey. On Rover:
- 88% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 91% 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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