House Sitting Melbourne
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Over 125 pet parents in Melbourne have booked house sitting
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“Sophia was so great with our Beau. She followed our instructions to a T, sent us updates on him a few times a day, and even let him convince her to take him on more walks than he usually gets 😂 it was so great to be on vacation and not have to worry that Beau was being taken care of with the same amount of love that we would. Beau loves her and so do we! I couldn’t recommend her enough!!!”
“Emily is a wonderful pet sitter! We got frequent text and photo updates. She made sure all three babies got their medicines on time. We highly recommend Emily for any families needing a house/pet sitter!”
“This was our first time using Rover! Kory was awesome in so many ways. She was completely reliable and went over and above to care for our sweet Mr. Oliver and our house! We will definitely be calling on Kory again!”
“Mindy is a true blessing ! Mindy was prompt in our initial discussions and trip planning, then stayed with my two old dogs for 5 days and nights. She maintained her cool when the boys wouldn't eat on the 2nd day, staying in contact and patiently worked through some solutions. By the next morning everyone was back on track and brand new. Mindy sent pictures and updates regularly and made me absolutely confident that my pups were being well cared for. Mindy is the absolute best !!!!! Thank you Mindy !”
About: While I’m new to Rover, I’ve grown up around dogs my whole life and have always been a big dog lover. In 2022, my family got our dog Roxi, who is like my best friend. With Roxi, I’ve been fully involved in everything, walking her, feeding her, training her, and making sure she stays active and happy. I’ve also grown up helping to look after family dogs when relatives go away, so I’m used to different personalities and routines. I’m originally from Ireland and recently moved to Florida after completing my MBA at Marshall University in West Virginia. I now coach youth soccer, so I’m very active, responsible, and used to being around people (and animals) all the time. Moving to the U.S. has been a big change for me, and being away from my family and my own dog has definitely made me miss them a lot, and it’s made me appreciate even more how much I love being around dogs every day. I’d say I’m quite laid-back, reliable, and easy to get along with. I like being outdoors, staying active, and I’m always up for a walk or keeping a dog company rather than just sitting around. I’m also very respectful of people’s homes and routines, and I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet. I know how much dogs mean to their owners because mine means everything to me, so I always treat every dog like they’re part of my own family. I’m happy to send updates and photos as well, so owners feel completely comfortable while they’re away. Right now, I coach soccer in the evenings during the week and sometimes on weekends, usually for a couple of hours. Outside of that, my schedule is very flexible. I’m generally available in the mornings, afternoons, and often evenings for walks, drop-ins, and house sitting. My coaching hours are not long, so I’m able to work around pet care easily and adjust my schedule when needed. I take care of pets in their own homes so they can stay comfortable in a familiar environment. I make sure they’re well looked after with things like feeding, fresh water, walks, playtime, and giving medication if needed. I also keep things clean and stick to their usual routine as much as possible. I always spend time with the pets too, whether that’s playing with them or just keeping them company so they don’t feel lonely while you’re away. I’m happy to send regular updates and photos so you know how they’re doing. I treat every pet like my own and make sure they feel safe, happy, and cared for the whole time.
“Destiny was amazing with our dogs! We have 3 dogs which can be a handful at times but she took great care of them. Put my mind at ease day 1 of our trip. Highly recommend and will be booking again in future!”
“Lexie was amazing! She sent photo updates and made sure we were constantly aware of how our pups were doing throughout the day. We are so looking forward to hiring her again! Our dogs love her!!!”
“Tamara was fantastic with my two old pomeranians. She sent photos and kept in communications. I highly recommend and have booked again for the following weekend.”
“We were so anxious about leaving our 2 younger fur babies because we had never left them before and they are pretty attached to us. When she came for an initial visit all of my babies went to her, even my little one that doesn’t take to people. Zarah put our minds at ease about leaving them. She sent photos daily and reassured us they were doing great. She slept in our bed with them so they could keep up their regular routine. We will be using her for future needs.”
“We felt at ease leaving our 3 dogs and additional pets at our home with Alex for the week while we were away. We loved the daily updates and pictures. She also took wonderful care of our home and left it better than it was when we left. We would definitely use her services again.”
“Hannah was great! She was so flexible in booking last minute, provided us with tons of updates and our pups were so well taken care of. Would highly recommend and would be happy to book her again!!”
“Aramie was a perfect sitter for my clingy rambunctious girl! She took excellent care of her and the house, going above and beyond what I expected. I’m glad to have found my new dog sitter!”
“Andrea did a wonderful job staying very attentive to my struggling pooch. She gave her lots of love and made sure she stayed safe. She administered her meds on time and fed her appropriately. She also sent me updates and photos along the way. My dog had a very rough past couple days and Andrea helped her get back to good health while I was at work. She also responded to my last minute request quickly. Can’t recommend her enough!!”
“We had a fantastic experience with our Iyris! She took such great care of our two dogs and kept us updated the whole time with photos and messages, which gave us so much peace of mind. Our dogs were happy, relaxed, and clearly well loved when we got home. It’s obvious she truly cares about animals and go the extra mile to make sure pets feel comfortable and cared for. We would absolutely trust Iyris again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring dog sitter!”
“Desiree was a very pleasant surprise, she understood how hard it was to leave Sydney and she bent over backwards to make me feel that everything would be OK. Desiree kept me up on the activities of the day and sent pictures. I’m sure Sydney was very happy that Desiree was taking care of her while I was gone. Desiree is very kind and caring and I would definitely use her to watch Sydney again! No doubt about that! Thank you so much Desiree for making Sydney feel happy and loved.”
“Christine was fantastic! The fur babies were happy and well cared for, and she went the extra mile to get our mail, and the house was spotless when we returned. We really appreciated the thorough communication during her stay and concern for their well being!”
About: Hi there! My name is Kira and I'm 24 years old. I am a hug animal lover and have been taking care of pups and cats since I was very young. Growing up my step father was a vet tech, because of this he brought us along to pet sit for dogs and cat while people were away. I also have a cat name Walter and a dog named Disney who I love and care for. I also work front desk at Dogtopia of Viera were I have learned more about dog care as well. I understand how stressful it can be with leaving a pet at home by themselves and I want to help make that process easier for both you and your pet. I can't wait to get to know you and your furry friends! I am currently working only Mondays and Tuesdays in Rockledge from 1 PM - 7:15 PM. I will occasionally go up to Orlando for quick trips as well. Either than that I am free. I have experience with all different environment for you pet. I follow any instructions for your pet weather it's feedings, walks, medications, ect. Whatever you need.
“Shelby was awesome she took care of my 3 little dogs. I have to say she passed the test with the little chihuahua that is scared of everything and he ended up cuddling with her. Shelby took care of the trash,mail and the laundry for the dogs before she left. She also sent me pictures and responded to all my texts. Hopefully she is available for next time.”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Melbourne is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Melbourne
Alexis went above and beyond when i needed her the most. Alexis was amazing with my animals during an incredibly stressful time. My house was on the market and the whole household was on edge, but Alexis handled it all with so much care. My older dog needs daily medication and extra support, and she was incredibly attentive and gentle with her. My younger dog can be wary of new people, but he loved her from the moment they met — which says everything. Even my cats adored her. One of my cats usually hides from everyone and wouldn't go near my old roommates, but he was cuddling with Alexis and letting her pick him up by the end. I was shocked. On top of that, she was so respectful of my home being on the market. She kept everything spotless for showings and made a stressful situation feel manageable. If you want someone who will treat your pets like family and handle your home with real care, book Alexis. I'm so grateful for her and am definitely using her again in the future!
Mindy was wonderful! At our meet and greet she was so organized. Wrote everything down about my dogs needs. When she left I felt so comfortable having her in my home watching my pups. Mindy watched them over the 4th weekend, I knew how one would act cause we've been through fireworks for 6 years but it was the first for my high anxiety German shepherd/Belgian Malinois that I adopted 5 months ago. Well I guess he didn't like them to much, but she was there trying to calm him down the whole time. Mindy kept me updated and let me know when he finally settled down. I couldn't be happier for the care my River and Rumor received. I highly highly recommend Mindy. .
Kyrstyn was an amazing pet sitter!! I needed someone on a very short notice and she was so accommodating to our family. Our dogs and cats loved her!! She took excellent care of them and was very communicative and sent pictures every day. We would absolutely use her again on the next time we needed a sitter.
5 stars again! Ciara is an excellent cat sitter and went above and beyond throughout her stay. She sent regular updates, spent quality time playing with the cats, made sure they were well fed and hydrated, and kept their litter box and areas clean. She also administered medication on a strict schedule and was incredibly attentive to their needs. I would highly recommend her!
We highly recommend Brianna! She watched our three dogs—Tucker, Lacy, and Charlie—for five nights, and we could not have asked for a better experience. From the moment we left, we felt completely at ease. Brianna provided excellent communication, sending us regular updates and fantastic pictures of the dogs looking happy and well-cared for. It was clear our dogs were getting lots of love and attention. She also went above and beyond our expectations by leaving our house spotlessly clean upon our return, which was a wonderful bonus. We will absolutely be using Brianna again! If you're looking for a reliable, caring, and trustworthy dog sitter, look no further.
This is the first time we have used Jen for dog sitting and we were very pleased. She sent us photos of Dunkin throughout the week and he looked very relaxed. If she had any questions about Dunkin's care and/or the house, she reached out and texted me. Jen made this a very relaxing vacation.
Tina gave consistent care with feeding, potty breaks and medication. Our only reason for giving 4 stars is that our dog was given 3am potty breaks (as evidenced by our doorbell camera) because of Tina's work schedule. That resulted in a disruption of our dog's normal routine. Since returning home, we have had to work on getting her back on "normal" schedule with an approx breakfast/dinner potty breaks.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for House Sitting in Melbourne on Rover is $49.4 per night (as of August 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 August 2026, there are 644 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Melbourne. 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne. On Rover:
- 93% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 100% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 100% 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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