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Top rated Melrose house sitters
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“Angela was wonderful with our dog. She provided updates multiple times a day and did a wonderful job. I would highly recommend her and will be rebooking with her for a future trip.”

“Leanne is the best!! My pup loves her. She is very communicative and we felt totally at ease the whole time we were gone. Looking forward to booking her again soon!”

“Emily was very friendly! Our dog Skipper instantly liked her. She took a few pictures during their time together to let me know all was well. I felt very comfortable leaving Skipper with her. He had a great day!”

“Katherine was amazing with our boy, Koopa, while we were on a work trip. She was very responsive, responsible and Koop was pampered while we were away. We will definitely book with her again!”

“Zubin was so sweet and accommodating to a very last minute request! She took great care of my baby boy and I’m so grateful for her patience to sit with him and care for him while I was away! Would highly recommend and book again in the future 🥰”

“Niki was awesome. She was great watching our fur babies while we were away. She was great at keeping us updated & sending pics. We have already booked Niki to help with our girls for our next trip.”
“Sonny stayed in our home and watched our dog over the long Thanksgiving weekend, and we would definitely use his services again. He took great care of our pet and left our house just as clean as we left it. He also always responded promptly to our texts and kept us posted on our dog's health and happiness. It made for a stress-free holiday. Thanks Sonny!”
“Emma was absolutely fantastic!! Handled my cat and golden retriever well. Even when they got into treats unexpectedly- she was prepared and ready. Would recommend and rebook again!”

“Alexis was great with the dogs and the house! She sent plenty of pictures, played with the dogs and kept me updated every step of the way. Will definitely use her again!”

About: I have a great work ethic, will do anything for your pet, and absolutely love working with animals! I am very reliable and time management is a great skill of mine. I am a full time student along with division 1 soccer player. I squeeze as many walks as I can in and I would love to walk your dog! At home, I had a fence and a crate if needed to keep my dog while we were away. I only crate when necessary and try to emphasize self sufficiency in pets
About: Growing up, I’ve always been around animals and caring for pets. I had a corgi named Mickey, a bunny rabbit named Kiki, a German shepherd/hound mix rescue named Bailey, and a dachshund/terrier mix named Cinnamon. I’ve also helped house sit and care for my siblings’ dogs many times, including a shorkie mix named Oakley and a goldendoodle named Ranger. I’m comfortable with dogs of different sizes, personalities, and energy levels, and I always make sure pets feel safe, cared for, and loved while their owners are away. I work full-time during the week, but I am available for pet care before and after work, evenings, weekends, and overnight stays. I maintain a stable schedule and can provide reliable, consistent care while ensuring pets receive plenty of attention, exercise, bathroom breaks, and companionship. I pride myself on being responsive, communicative, and treating every pet as if they were my own I understand how important it is for pet owners to feel comfortable and confident leaving their pets in someone else’s care. I always prioritize safety, patience, and consistency while following each pet’s normal routine as closely as possible. Whether I’m caring for pets in a client’s home or during house sitting, I make sure they receive plenty of attention, exercise, affection, and supervision so they feel safe, relaxed, and cared for while their owners are away.
“Dannie was beyond exceptional. They made me and my dog feel well taken care of. It was my first time leaving Penny alone for the weekend and she may have had more fun with Dannie than she does with me. Will 💯 book with them again! Thank you Dannie!”

“Jabe was amazing with our goldendoodle Winnie! Winnie just had surgery and Jabe was great with making sure she was comfortable and in her cone! Highly recommend Jabe! Also was so accommodating of our last minute need to find a sitter! Thank you Jabe!!”

“Erin was a wonderful house+dog sitter and I would certainly book again. She had an immediate rapport with my somewhat selective, fear-reactive pittie mix. The attentiveness, presence and communication (including some photos) were exceptional throughout the long weekend. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for dogsitting.”


“Madison was a wonderful pet and house sitter. When I came home, both of my pets exhibited signs of low anxiety. My home was cared for and tidy. Madison was a great communicator leading up to and during the stay. I would hire her again anytime.”

“Ali stayed at house and watched our 3 dogs while we were out of town for 6 days. The dogs seemed very happy while she was there. Even our one that is hesitant with new people loved her, always a great sign! The house was just as clean as when we left it. I would definitely ask her to watch them again if needed!”

“Alicia took wonderful care of my Izzy and my place. She was amazing with sending me photos and letting me know how my Izzy Belle was doing. Definitely will ask her to sit again!”

“Isabel was amazing with Rue! She took great care of her and kept us updated the whole time. The house was all cleaned up when we got home. We felt totally at ease and would definitely book again!”

Melrose pet parents share their Rover experiences
Emily is truly an angel! She took the utmost care of my Sophie and kept me continually updated with pictures and videos throughout the duration of my trip which put my naturally anxious heart at ease. Emily is absolutely my new go-to! Couldn’t speak highly enough!

Christian was wonderful with Gus! He kept me updated throughout, took Gus on his morning walks to the coffee shop, and clearly showered him with affection while I was away. I came home to a happy dog and a spotless house. I'd book him again in a heartbeat and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a caring, reliable sitter.

Ariel is so fantastic! She took wonderful care of my cat - above and behind. Very responsive, took great photos, and made sure he was healthy and happy. She is a meticulous sitter and ensured she understood all aspects of caring for him, including his weird quirks. I would recommend Ariel to anyone looking for response, reliable, trustworthy care.

Ella was INCREDIBLE!! Best dog-sitter we have EVER had. We booked her last minute as plans came up and she made time to still come by and meet with us. She went above and beyond for our dog Hutch and gave us several updates including cute videos. Our home was cared for and Hutch was happy. Thank you Ella!!

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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
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 Melrose.
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. Melrose 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.















