House Sitting McIntosh

Find a loving house sitter to watch over your pets and your home.

End
Search

McIntosh, Find top rated house sitting

Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.

1 / 1
Sitter Profile Image: Rhea C.
Verified Background Check
Rhea C.
from
$55
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
14 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Ocala, FL, 34482

Rhea was absolutely amazing!!! It wasn't easy for the hubby and I to leave our boys for an entire week, but we knew they were in great hands with Rhea! She was incredibly attentive and sent us updates twice a day with photos! You could see the smiles on their faces, which allowed us to rest a little easier. We will definitely be booking Rhea next time we have to leave our precious pups again!

Profile image
Paige H.
Sitter Profile Image: Haley Z.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Haley Z.
from
$65
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32608

Haley was great! First time, and everything went really smoothly. We appreciated her communication and she clearly took great care of our pets while we were away.

Profile image
Sarah J.
Sitter Profile Image: Cheryl C.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Cheryl C.
from
$28
per night
50 years of experience
Reddick, FL, 32686

About: Having owned a barn I have experience with all types of pets. I have experience with difficult pet kids. Trained in administering oral, IV & IM meds. My schedule allows me to be available anytime at your place or mine. Boarding, daily walks, just some together time or vet apts. Your companions care is my priority. Your fur babies are treated to long walks and massages. They will be the only pet(s) staying at my place. I care for them as my own.

Sitter Profile Image: Calvin B.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Calvin B.
from
$30
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Citra, FL, 32113

About: I’ve been taking care of Dogs since I was 8 different types of dogs. This allowed me to understand different types of dog behavior. It's been a true passion of mine to take care of dogs. I'm currently free as of now. I have time to house sit just about anytime of the week whether it's a weekend or a weekday at any time scheduled. I have a fenced-in yard that sits around 2 acres which allows bigger or smaller dogs to be able to get their Exercise or space needed to play.

Sitter Profile Image: jonathan s.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
jonathan s.
Star Sitter
from
$31
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
16 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32605

Jonathan was great, and both of our pets took to him right away! It was great to know they were in good hands, and we would absolutely rebook.

Profile image
Katherine & Jason H.
Sitter Profile Image: Kimberly O.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Kimberly O.
from
$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Citra, FL, 32113

Although it was only one night, we know Kimberly took great care of our boys and showed them love like they were her own! She sent pics, asked questions, and let them cuddle with her haha. Will be booking with her from now on!

Profile image
Brittany B.
Sitter Profile Image: Estefania H.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Estefania H.
from
$35
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
15 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32641

Thank you for taking great care of the pups and our home over the holiday. We loved the detailed updates and pictures and all the love you gave them while we were out of town!

Profile image
Lauren E.
Sitter Profile Image: Kaylin S.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Kaylin S.
from
$35
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
8 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32608

Kaitlyn was absolutely amazing! She took such great care of our pets and went above and beyond to make sure they were happy, safe, and loved while we were away. Her communication was great, and it truly gave us peace of mind knowing they were in such good hands. We couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter and would 100% book her again. Highly recommend!

Profile image
Sheyciara M.
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah F.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Sarah F.
from
$45
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
36 years of experience
Citra, FL, 32113

We truly got exactly what we were looking for with Sarah. She took incredible care of both our fur baby and our home. She was responsive, sent multiple photos and updates throughout the day, and we felt 100% confident in leaving our dog and our home in her hands while away. Can’t recommend enough!

Profile image
Sarah S.
Sitter Profile Image: Brianna M.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Brianna M.
from
$20
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32641

She is hands down the go to girl! The dogs are comfortable and love seeing her. I would highly recommend her and she is just the sweetest person

Profile image
Natalie M.
Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth W.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Elizabeth W.
from
$55
per night
9 years of experience
Reddick, FL, 32686

About: I have had and taken care of dogs of all age ranges over the years. I used to foster and take in rescues, so I’m used to all types of doggie personalities, sizes and ages. My dogs are like my children, and I will treat yours with the same love and care as my own. I am experienced with smaller and bigger dogs, and am adaptable to whatever their routine and needs may be! I want you to feel comfortable, knowing your babies are being taken care of while you’re at work or away. I usually work Thursday through Saturday, but sometimes that changes. Even if I have something planned on a day off, it’s something I can usually work around a walk or drop in easily. I live in a home where my fur babies have a fenced in area, as well as a free roam area. Im okay walking your pup or letting them out into a fenced area, whichever you prefer. My pups are crate trained so I am happy to make sure yours is safe and secured in theirs before I leave if that’s something that you use for their safety. Each pet is different, so I will look to your instructions for specifics on how to handle your fur baby and make the visit most enjoyable for them.

Sitter Profile Image: Crystal T.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Crystal T.
from
$100
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32608

Crystal is awesome! Being a veterinarian myself, I am pretty particular about who I choose to care for my dogs. Crystal is caring, detail-oriented, and compassionate. She had great communication with us about the booking and about how our dogs were doing and sent lots of pictures of them to keep our minds at ease while we were away. She was super understanding when our start and end dates needed to be changed due to unforeseen circumstances and I appreciated that so much. She has taken care of our dogs in our home twice now and I just booked her again for a longer trip. It is so nice to be able to relax knowing our dogs and our home are in good hands. I highly recommend Crystal to watch your fur babies!

Profile image
Anika Z.
Sitter Profile Image: Nicholas F.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Nicholas F.
from
$45
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Citra, FL, 32113

Would definitely use Nick again. Very communicative and took great care of the dogs and cat.

Profile image
Jennifer N.
Sitter Profile Image: Xanadu R.
Verified Background Check
Xanadu R.
from
$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
8 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32608

Xanadu is the literal BEST! 10/10 would recommend. She stayed at our place while we flew out for a weekend wedding trip and was extremely flexible when things went awry as hurricane Ian approached. Our trip was canceled and then back on and she came in clutch. Lots of pics and pets for our pup and floof, our minds and hearts were at ease knowing she was here.

Profile image
Ashley H.
Sitter Profile Image: Lamaris F.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Lamaris F.
from
$30
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32641

Lamaris always does a wonderful job with the pups. They are so well cared for and happy when I return from vacation! He’s also very good at keeping the house clean and organized, and goes above and beyond by taking out the trash and reaching out with questions when needed.

Profile image
Ari G.
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah C.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Sarah C.
from
$27
per night
15 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32608

About: I’ve taken care of dogs of every kind since I was a kid. I have fostered animals and have much experience! I love animals and will take great care of your pet! I’m working part-time, so I’ll have plenty of time to care for your pups!! I’ll be able to walk them and play with them at least every few hours. I can walk your dogs and have experience with dogs from small t-cup chihuahuas to Labs and bigger pets! I grew up taking care of animals of all ages, breeds, and sizes and I truly enjoy it!

Sitter Profile Image: Montana L.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Montana L.
from
$100
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
29 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ocala, FL, 34482

Montana is the best. She took full care of my three labs while I was away. She came four times a day. She walked, fed and cuddled them from early am to late pm. She’s fantastic!

Profile image
Jacky B.
Sitter Profile Image: Quintin R.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Quintin R.
from
$40
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32609

Great care of my kitty with daily photos and updates.

Profile image
Candace J.
Sitter Profile Image: Sheyciara M.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Sheyciara M.
from
$47
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
8 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32608

We felt so comfortable having "Shey" take care of our little Chloe. She sent pictures and videos every day. She gave Chloe so much love and attention. We were so pleased. When we returned from our trip, our house was spotless. I would absolutely have her take care of our home and Chloe again!

Profile image
Rachel T.
Sitter Profile Image: Christina F.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Christina F.
from
$50
per night
10 years of experience
Gainesville, FL, 32609

About: I've been a pet owner are caregiver for over 30 years. I am often contracted by family and friends for pet care and am wishing to expand my clientele/ I am currently exploring several avenues of freelance work, but my availability is still open, especially with notice. Theere are 6-8 weekends I will not be available, the most notable being Memorial and Labor Days weekends. I will have ample availability during Thanksgiving , Christmas and typical summer vavcation times. I will be happy to care for your pets in your home to reduce stress on your furbabies. I will be happy to provide play, petting, walking and pet related cleanup. I am confident at giving oral medication and subcutaneous injections due to past pet medical care.

1 / 1
View more

The median cost per night for house sitting in McIntosh is $45

Book with peace of mind

  • Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party background check and show verified reviews from other pet parents, like you.
  • Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
  • 24/7 support from the Rover team–here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.

Why Choose Rover?

  • Cashless payments

    Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.

  • Reservation protection

    It doesn’t happen often, but if your sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.

  • World-class support

    We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.

Meet local sitters who will treat your pets like family

  1. 1. Search

    Browse profiles of sitters near you who offer house sitting
  2. 2. Meet In Person

    Schedule a free in-person Meet & Greet to find the perfect fit
  3. 3. Book & Pay

    It's that easy! All payments are processed through Rover's secured platform

Popular requests for house sitting - McIntosh

Select a filter and find qualifying sitters offering house sitting.

Sitters in McIntosh average 3
repeat house sitting clients

FAQs for House Sitting - McIntosh

Frequently asked questions about Rover

As of July 2026, there are 573 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across McIntosh. 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 McIntosh 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 McIntosh 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 McIntosh 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 McIntosh. On Rover:

  • 94% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% 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.

Connect anywhere with the Rover app

Download on the App Store BadgeGet it on Google Play Badge