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“Jennifer was absolutely amazing! She babysat my dog while my family went abroad for the holidays. She sent frequent updates and pictures. Jennifer left the house in excellent condition and even cleaned, took out trash and brought in the mail. I wouldn’t think twice about using her again. The best is my dog adored her and had a lot of fun.”
“Destiny was absolutely fantastic and took great care of my doggie and even my ferret for 7 whole days! She was consistently in contact with me and went above and beyond while also meeting my unique circumstances with doing house showings while trying to sell my house. Definitely book with her, she’s the best!!”
“Suzanne was so good with my high energy dogs. She sent me updates and was thorough! I came home to some happy pups! My house was left in perfect condition! Would definitely call her again!”
“Sheila was amazing on short notice. Her years of experience showed as she noticed my puppy Bia having some issues that should be addressed by a vet. She went above and beyond getting Bia checked out by our vet and administrating her meds to make her healthy again. Can't recommend Sheila enough.”
“Polina did an amazing job watching our dog Cuddles for a week. We received pictures and videos daily. We returned to a happy dog who loves Polina. Thank you so much Polina, you are amazing and we are looking forward to book you again, so does Cuddles 😊”
“This is our second time using Christine and I hope we never have to use anybody else! We have such peace of mind knowing our dogs are in great care with her. She sends us pictures every day and gives frequent updates on how they are doing. Absolutely recommend her to anybody!”
“I had Drew house sit and watch my dog and cat for two weeks while I was out of the country. I was super nervous about leaving my pets for so long, but Drew did an awesome job! I was able to relax while on vacation. I received updates and photos of my pets and they were at ease with Drew. My cat in particular could not get enough cuddle time with him. Everything was clean and my pets were happy and safe once I finally made it home. I will definitely request Drew again in the future!”
“Stephanie was great looking over my dog Grady. She came by the house prior to house sitting to talk through everything to ensure my pup has a great time while I’m gone ? I will definitely contact Stephanie again for house sitting/boarding.”
“Courtney was fantastic with my four and a half month old puppy Nutmeg. She stayed at my home with her and when I came home after a full day out Nutmeg was going back and forth between us for pets, which speaks very highly of how much she liked her. The next day Nutmeg was still tired and sleepy most of the day after having all sorts of adventures with Courtney. We would both happily have her back!”
About: I’ve spent years caring for dogs, and it’s something I truly enjoy. From energetic puppies to quiet senior dogs, I love getting to know each one’s unique personality. Whether it’s playtime, snuggles, or simply helping them feel safe and at home, your pup will always be treated like family with me. I’m available most weekdays and weekends, and can start caring for pets as early as 7:00 am, or earlier if needed. Just let me know what time works best for you, and I’ll do my best to accommodate your schedule! Inn my cozy 2-bedroom condo, your dog will have plenty of space to relax, daily walks around my quiet, pet friendly neighborhood, and lots of cuddle time to feel loved and secure. I keep a consistent routine with fresh food and water to help your pup feel right at home
“She is the best! Wrigley was so well taken care of. I couldn't have asked for anyone better. Samantha stayed 5 days so he could remain I. His own environment. She followed his routine, sent me pictures a couple of times a day and loved him like her own. I would highly recommend her as a dog sitter.”
“Tami went above and beyond staying with our furbaby Max at our home for 7 days. Max does not do well in a kennel environment. He is on a routine/schedule and gets upset when things are changed. His first night without us, Tami layed on the floor and gave him belly rubs at bedtime to make him comfortable. She sent pics, videos, and kept us updated on how Max was doing. Tami gave Max his allergy medication every night. She cleaned up before we got home. Our house was cleaner when we got home then it was when we left. If Rover had more stars to give her I would. Max got to go on a couple of adventures with her. She of course asked before. There is so much more Tami did for Max. Im afraid of running out of space. Max misses her already. He absolutely loves her and so do we. Tami will forever be our choice to take care of our home and Max.... Thank you Tami!”
“Blair was great. This was our first time using her. She was very responsive and shared many photos. She took care of our animal gang and our house. Would highly recommend.”
About: I’ve taken care of all kinds of animals pretty much my whole life. I have a huge heart bucket for animals. All animals deserve snuggles, hugs, and sunshine. I am looking to make this my main source of income so I’m free according to YOUR schedule which makes this easier! I’m young and can take your pets for runs! My cat and I have a routine, we play a lot and play Tag and fetch with his favorite ball. I feed him 2x a day and then we sit outside from time to time. He roams the apartment and does pretty much whatever.
“Grants first introduction with my pups was wonderful. He very responsive, and easy to communicate with. I feel very comfortable knowing that we have someone we trust, and our boys enjoy. Couldn’t be more pleased. ?”
“We are so grateful to Brittany for taking the best care of our dog Ace and cat Bobby over the long weekend at our house! We got updates at least twice a day on how they were doing, and lots of pictures of two happy pets! She sat outside in the yard with our dog Ace to enjoy the sunshine (something he loves!) and she also took him to the park several times! She was very patient with Ace when it took him some time to warm up to her too. You can tell she's knowledgeable about animals, and loves to be around them! She took great care of our house as well, and we just can't thank her enough!”
“Jordan met my pets before house sitting. I could tell right away that he was interested in my 2 dogs and a cat. He got down on their level and rubbed ears and neck exactly as they prefer. He was wonderful even doing little chores around the house unasked but very appreciated. All my pets are on meds and he managed them without difficulty even my cat’s ear med. Usually when I get home, my cat cries for a day as she is so happy to be back on her routine with me. This time she hardly peeped, letting me know that Jordan had been a pretty good substitute. I really wish I could keep Jordan a secret but I guess I need to share how good he is.”
“Nicole does such a good job with our pup. She’s caring, attentive and puts us at ease entrusting our dog to her care. She sends periodic updates and lets us know he’s enjoying himself. We’ll definitely use again!”
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Jennifer M.Star Sitter
“Jennifer was absolutely amazing! She babysat my dog while my family went abroad for the holidays. She sent frequent updates and pictures. Jennifer left the house in excellent condition and even cleaned, took out trash and brought in the mail. I wouldn’t think twice about using her again. The best is my dog adored her and had a lot of fun.”
Destiny P.
“Destiny was absolutely fantastic and took great care of my doggie and even my ferret for 7 whole days! She was consistently in contact with me and went above and beyond while also meeting my unique circumstances with doing house showings while trying to sell my house. Definitely book with her, she’s the best!!”
Suzanne F.
“Suzanne was so good with my high energy dogs. She sent me updates and was thorough! I came home to some happy pups! My house was left in perfect condition! Would definitely call her again!”
Sheila I.Star Sitter
“Sheila was amazing on short notice. Her years of experience showed as she noticed my puppy Bia having some issues that should be addressed by a vet. She went above and beyond getting Bia checked out by our vet and administrating her meds to make her healthy again. Can't recommend Sheila enough.”
Polina W.
“Polina did an amazing job watching our dog Cuddles for a week. We received pictures and videos daily. We returned to a happy dog who loves Polina. Thank you so much Polina, you are amazing and we are looking forward to book you again, so does Cuddles 😊”
Christine A.Star Sitter
“This is our second time using Christine and I hope we never have to use anybody else! We have such peace of mind knowing our dogs are in great care with her. She sends us pictures every day and gives frequent updates on how they are doing. Absolutely recommend her to anybody!”
David "Drew" B.Star Sitter
“I had Drew house sit and watch my dog and cat for two weeks while I was out of the country. I was super nervous about leaving my pets for so long, but Drew did an awesome job! I was able to relax while on vacation. I received updates and photos of my pets and they were at ease with Drew. My cat in particular could not get enough cuddle time with him. Everything was clean and my pets were happy and safe once I finally made it home. I will definitely request Drew again in the future!”
Stephanie L.Star Sitter
“Stephanie was great looking over my dog Grady. She came by the house prior to house sitting to talk through everything to ensure my pup has a great time while I’m gone ? I will definitely contact Stephanie again for house sitting/boarding.”
Courtney L.
“Courtney was fantastic with my four and a half month old puppy Nutmeg. She stayed at my home with her and when I came home after a full day out Nutmeg was going back and forth between us for pets, which speaks very highly of how much she liked her. The next day Nutmeg was still tired and sleepy most of the day after having all sorts of adventures with Courtney. We would both happily have her back!”
Andrew K.Star Sitter
“Andrew was awesome!! Malley had a great time with her new friend. I’m glad that I got to meet Andrew and I will definitely have him back.”
Ariel C.Star Sitter
“Ariel did a great job of taking care of our dog Sasha!! She obviously really loves dogs and they love her back! She also left our house very clean and tidy!”
Victoria T.
“Victoria took wonderful care of my best friend Max, a 5 year old dog, who can be very shy but is incredibly sweet. She was patient, gentle, and made him feel comfortable and loved. I could tell he was happy and well cared for when I returned.”
Samantha B.
“She is the best! Wrigley was so well taken care of. I couldn't have asked for anyone better. Samantha stayed 5 days so he could remain I. His own environment. She followed his routine, sent me pictures a couple of times a day and loved him like her own. I would highly recommend her as a dog sitter.”
TAMARA S.
“Tami went above and beyond staying with our furbaby Max at our home for 7 days. Max does not do well in a kennel environment. He is on a routine/schedule and gets upset when things are changed. His first night without us, Tami layed on the floor and gave him belly rubs at bedtime to make him comfortable. She sent pics, videos, and kept us updated on how Max was doing. Tami gave Max his allergy medication every night. She cleaned up before we got home. Our house was cleaner when we got home then it was when we left. If Rover had more stars to give her I would. Max got to go on a couple of adventures with her. She of course asked before. There is so much more Tami did for Max. Im afraid of running out of space. Max misses her already. He absolutely loves her and so do we. Tami will forever be our choice to take care of our home and Max.... Thank you Tami!”
Blair G.Star Sitter
“Blair was great. This was our first time using her. She was very responsive and shared many photos. She took care of our animal gang and our house. Would highly recommend.”
Peyten P.
“Peyten did an amazing job caring for all of our animal family while we were out of town. She truly went above and beyond, sending pictures and videos, making sure the animals areas stayed clean, and lots of play time. We will definitely be using her again…highly recommend!”
Grant G.
“Grants first introduction with my pups was wonderful. He very responsive, and easy to communicate with. I feel very comfortable knowing that we have someone we trust, and our boys enjoy. Couldn’t be more pleased. ?”
Brittany G.
“We are so grateful to Brittany for taking the best care of our dog Ace and cat Bobby over the long weekend at our house! We got updates at least twice a day on how they were doing, and lots of pictures of two happy pets! She sat outside in the yard with our dog Ace to enjoy the sunshine (something he loves!) and she also took him to the park several times! She was very patient with Ace when it took him some time to warm up to her too. You can tell she's knowledgeable about animals, and loves to be around them! She took great care of our house as well, and we just can't thank her enough!”
Jordan G.
“Jordan met my pets before house sitting. I could tell right away that he was interested in my 2 dogs and a cat. He got down on their level and rubbed ears and neck exactly as they prefer. He was wonderful even doing little chores around the house unasked but very appreciated. All my pets are on meds and he managed them without difficulty even my cat’s ear med. Usually when I get home, my cat cries for a day as she is so happy to be back on her routine with me. This time she hardly peeped, letting me know that Jordan had been a pretty good substitute. I really wish I could keep Jordan a secret but I guess I need to share how good he is.”
Nicole B.Star Sitter
“Nicole does such a good job with our pup. She’s caring, attentive and puts us at ease entrusting our dog to her care. She sends periodic updates and lets us know he’s enjoying himself. We’ll definitely use again!”
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Melbourne on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $40 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 1,252 house sitters in Melbourne. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 87% of Melbourne house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Melbourne have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Melbourne.
Heading out of town? It’s 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. Melbourne house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d 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 you’re 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.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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