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Top rated Merced house sitters
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Hector is great at providing updates and photos and has been available even on late notice.”
“Kirsten was very easy to work with, she understood and complied with all my instructions. She updated me during her visit, and I will definitely reach out to her in the future.”
“Jasmine watched our dogs for 5 days and she was amazing! She sent lots of updates and pictures of the dogs having fun throughout her stay. We will absolutely be using her again and have nothing but good things to say about her. Thank you Jasmine!”
“Amazing! Jesse did a great job taking care of my little lady. Jesse was super responsive and sent photos and videos of their adventures which I appreciated. Would 100% recommend”
“You can tell taking care of animals is in Nelson’s blood. He came through for me and Nico on a last minute business trip and provided plenty of updates throughout the day. In addition to taking excellent care of Nico, Nelson also left the house even cleaner than I did when I left which is such a relief after coming home from a trip. Thanks again Nelson, Nico is already looking forward to hanging out with you next time!”
About: I’ve taken care of pets since I was very young, especially dogs and even reptiles! I’ve spent many many hours researching different breeds of dogs so I could understand what they needed to be happy and healthy. I can even do bath times! With me, your pets will be in the best of care. I’m a stay at home mom who loves playing with pets and taking them on walks and play dates. I have a large vehicle which allows for me to transport pets easily. If you need them brought to the groomer or the vet? I’m your girl! I’m currently available to pupsit on weekends with weekdays on a case to case basis, I have two very friendly dogs who love making new friends! They are both crate trained which will allow those pets with a fear of others to thrive. My yard is fenced in as well and I have a 5yr old who loves to play with animals and go on very long walks
About: Animals have been my life. I am patient and gentle. Animals are a passion that I love. Let me show you what I’m made of. I am a college kid and im doing online right now. I have all the time in the world. I am reliable and on time it’s a big thing for me. I don’t bite the hand that feeds me. Fully fenced yard, two big pitbulls, love them to death and I love big cuddles, animals mean so much to me I don’t know what I’d do without them.
“Ximena was communicative and prompt with replies. She sent pictures and updates on how our dog was doing. When we came back, he seemed relaxed and calm!”
About: I’ve taken care of family pets for about 5-6 years, dogs and cats! I’ve never had any problems or worries from any owners or pets. And i live to make new furry friends! ❤️ I’m currently working one part time position, so I have plenty of time for walks or visits to see and/ or meet new cute pups/cats! My dogs at home are getting older so I know how to keep an eye on older dogs, also have great redirection skills for puppy’s!
“Wondering experience with Devin! He house sat and made sure the communicate every couple hours with updates and pictures of my sweet puppies. When he left he cleaned his linens, started the dishwasher, and vacuumed so I would come home to a clean house. My dogs really enjoyed him, will be rebooking soon!”
“Cristina is great! Bubba loved her the moment he met her. When we got home, Bubba was happy to see us & he continued following Cristina. Do you know he really took to her. Thanks Cristina , you’re the best!!”
About: I love to go on walks, Long or Short. I will honor your request and make sure they get the best of care. I've had tons of experience caring for my own family's & close friends pets. I currently do not have any pets of my own, so it will be one on one with your fur babies. I'm retired. I go to yoga Mon - Thurs 9-10 am. I help with the care of my 96 year old mother. My schedule is pretty flexible & I'm available on weekends. I have plenty of time to walk and/or visit your fur baby/babies. When in your home I will respect like it was my Grandmas. I will keep to their schedules. Keep a clean environment. Always love on those fur babies
“Danielle was AMAZING!!! Our pets are pretty quirky and Danielle easily adapted to their needs without hesitation. We even encountered an unexpected snafu while away and Danielle was quick to problem solve the situation and communicate effectively to achieve resolution. I have absolutely no doubt she can handle my pets again with ease. I will definitely be looking to hire Danielle in the future.”
“Angelica is wonderful with my two pups. They absolutely love her.”
“Kaitlyn always takes such great care of my animals! I have quite a variety of animals and she is always willing to watch them with no hesitation! Love her!”
About: As a child, I assisted my stepdad with basic obedience and potty training for dogs as young as 6 months old for his dog training business. I have personally owned a red & blue nose pit bull rescue mates( plus a litter of 6 puppies). I currently own a 5 year old Lowchen rescue , two 6 month old Husky rescues, 2 aquatic turtles, and 9 fish. Despite my experience, I am ready to learn how to love and care for your family pet as you would. I'm am available 7- days a week to care for your pet. I understand things can change at last minute so I am available for same day service / cancellation. Providing services in your homes means I am to give the love and care I would provide to any animal at anytime. I will keep your pet safe as instructed, check in as needed to assure your peace of mind.
About: I have been pet sitting for 5+ years. I have pet sitting for dogs, cats, turtles, etc. Any animal, im willing to care for. Also any personality type as well. You loving your pet is all the knowledge I need to want to love and provide for them too! I also have a years worth of knowledge in pet care due to a job at a pet store plus my own multiple years of studies in it as well. I love learning g about how to treat YOUR pets with all the skill and passion possible! This is currently going to be my main source of income. So unless I have something planned in advance, I am completely open to help you with your fur babies! At your house, all I ask is when I get there. You give me a quick run down of the house and yard and what your animal enjoys and doesnt enjoy. If they're a runner and so on. Just pure transparency so thst way your fur baby is in tip top condition and safety at all times.
About: I’ve had dogs and other pets my entire life and have always loved caring for them and enjoying their companionship as members of my family! Since moving out of my parents’ house for school, I don’t have my own pets anymore, so I cherish any chance I get to spend time with and take care of other people’s beloved fur babies! I currently work part time, so I have a flexible schedule to accommodate your puppy’s needs! This can include weekends, earlier mornings, and later nights if that’s is what you and your pets need! I will use resources and advice provided by pet parents to best care for their four-legged kiddos, keeping their routines as uninterrupted and comfortable as possible!
About: I’ve raised kittens and dogs since I could remember! I love animals and I’d love to work with yours if you’d let me! Thank you :) I’m currently looking for new jobs so anything would fit perfectly into my schedule! I’m available and ready for any job anytime! Thank you in advance :) I currently only have one cat though my household has multiple cats and they are all well cared for, My cat is on a strict diet and eats once in the morning and once and night and he’s still kitten so he’s still learning to get along with other animals
About: I’ve watched my aunts dogs and cats for a whole weekend and I had a fun time doing it I just got spend time with the animals. Everyday they keep me busy but I wouldn’t change a single thing in my life for it I love my two cats and dogs they are everything to me I give them plenty of room and freedom I feed them wet food around 4 but they have dry food throughout the day and they have plenty of water they also have a backyard to roam and use the potty.
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Hector H.
“Hector is great at providing updates and photos and has been available even on late notice.”
Kirsten R.
“Kirsten was very easy to work with, she understood and complied with all my instructions. She updated me during her visit, and I will definitely reach out to her in the future.”
Jasmine T.
“Jasmine watched our dogs for 5 days and she was amazing! She sent lots of updates and pictures of the dogs having fun throughout her stay. We will absolutely be using her again and have nothing but good things to say about her. Thank you Jasmine!”
Jesse S.
“Amazing! Jesse did a great job taking care of my little lady. Jesse was super responsive and sent photos and videos of their adventures which I appreciated. Would 100% recommend”
Nelson M.
“You can tell taking care of animals is in Nelson’s blood. He came through for me and Nico on a last minute business trip and provided plenty of updates throughout the day. In addition to taking excellent care of Nico, Nelson also left the house even cleaner than I did when I left which is such a relief after coming home from a trip. Thanks again Nelson, Nico is already looking forward to hanging out with you next time!”
Toni S.
“Toni has watched my dog Virgil on several occasions now. She does a fantastic job as a dog mom herself and I trust her and her family to take amazing care of my high energy buddy. He is always happy to be dropped off at their place. I highly recommend Toni as a trusted dog lover and dog watcher.”
Emily T.
About: Animals have been my life. I am patient and gentle. Animals are a passion that I love. Let me show you what I’m made of. I am a college kid and im doing online right now. I have all the time in the world. I am reliable and on time it’s a big thing for me. I don’t bite the hand that feeds me. Fully fenced yard, two big pitbulls, love them to death and I love big cuddles, animals mean so much to me I don’t know what I’d do without them.
Ximena P.
“Ximena was communicative and prompt with replies. She sent pictures and updates on how our dog was doing. When we came back, he seemed relaxed and calm!”
Madison T.
“Madison has been trustworthy and loving to my 2 dogs, Ella and Gracie. She makes them a priority and loves interacting with them. Her customer service is outstanding.”
Devin L.
“Wondering experience with Devin! He house sat and made sure the communicate every couple hours with updates and pictures of my sweet puppies. When he left he cleaned his linens, started the dishwasher, and vacuumed so I would come home to a clean house. My dogs really enjoyed him, will be rebooking soon!”
Cristina D.
“Cristina is great! Bubba loved her the moment he met her. When we got home, Bubba was happy to see us & he continued following Cristina. Do you know he really took to her. Thanks Cristina , you’re the best!!”
Roxane T.
“Roxane has watched my dogs in the past, most times over night. I never have to worry when they're in her care. I've never had any issue or problems. When she has walked them during the day I know they get the enrichment they crave. They have a very strict routine, including one with a special diet, that she adheres to.”
Danielle C.
“Danielle was AMAZING!!! Our pets are pretty quirky and Danielle easily adapted to their needs without hesitation. We even encountered an unexpected snafu while away and Danielle was quick to problem solve the situation and communicate effectively to achieve resolution. I have absolutely no doubt she can handle my pets again with ease. I will definitely be looking to hire Danielle in the future.”
Angelica R.
“Angelica is wonderful with my two pups. They absolutely love her.”
Kaitlyn L.
“Kaitlyn always takes such great care of my animals! I have quite a variety of animals and she is always willing to watch them with no hesitation! Love her!”
Brittany B.
About: As a child, I assisted my stepdad with basic obedience and potty training for dogs as young as 6 months old for his dog training business. I have personally owned a red & blue nose pit bull rescue mates( plus a litter of 6 puppies). I currently own a 5 year old Lowchen rescue , two 6 month old Husky rescues, 2 aquatic turtles, and 9 fish. Despite my experience, I am ready to learn how to love and care for your family pet as you would. I'm am available 7- days a week to care for your pet. I understand things can change at last minute so I am available for same day service / cancellation. Providing services in your homes means I am to give the love and care I would provide to any animal at anytime. I will keep your pet safe as instructed, check in as needed to assure your peace of mind.
Irwin M.
“Irwin has cared for our dog, fish and turtle with love and compassion. He is reliable and kind and I always feel secure with him caring for our pets. Highly recommended!”
Piper F.
“Piper has cared for our dogs for years! She’s extremely responsible and proactive. She keeps the dogs on their regular schedule, with outdoor time and meals taken as usual. When walking the dogs, she is very aware of her surroundings and keeps an eye out for other dogs, which might trigger a response from ours. She is tireless when playing with the dogs, throwing tennis ball after tennis ball until the dogs are all tuckered out! She likes to try new things to see if it will engage them and she’s not afraid to get dirty. Our dogs just love her and mob her when she comes to our home.”
Lillian R.
About: I’ve raised kittens and dogs since I could remember! I love animals and I’d love to work with yours if you’d let me! Thank you :) I’m currently looking for new jobs so anything would fit perfectly into my schedule! I’m available and ready for any job anytime! Thank you in advance :) I currently only have one cat though my household has multiple cats and they are all well cared for, My cat is on a strict diet and eats once in the morning and once and night and he’s still kitten so he’s still learning to get along with other animals
Katlynn M.
“Katlynn was the best pet sitter i ever had! My two cats loved her and warmed up to her very well. She took care of them so amazingly and fed them and gave them so much love and went above and beyond with her care taking for my dear animals. I have had her sit my pets 3 other times since and each time has been amazing and the best ever! Wouldnt want anyone else to watch and sit for my pets ever again!”
Over 124 pet parents in Merced have booked house sitting
Merced pet parents share their Rover experiences
Tina did a wonderful job watching Chewy. She regularly sent us photos and he was clearly very happy with her.
Adriana was so wonderful with our dog Poncho! Poncho does not like to be alone and he will let you know! He can get into a lot of trouble if he is alone and we had no problems at all while Adriana was staying which makes us sure she was giving Poncho all of the attention he needs! Adriana was so easy to work with a flexible. We hope to have her back soon. We appreciate that she made the effort for a house visit too. Highly recommend her!!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Merced is $44
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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Sitters in Merced average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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 Merced on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $44 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 110 house sitters in Merced. 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, 84% of Merced house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Merced.
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. Merced 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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