House Sitting in Merritt Island
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Top rated Merritt Island house sitters
“Renee and Keith were amazing !!! They were so kind and loving to my girls !! It was a comforting feeling to know that they were taking care of so well. I would definitely recommend them to friends and family. Great job !!”
“Colleen did an excellent job taking care of our 3 Beagle fur babies! Each pup has a unique personality and she gave them each the attention they needed. They all ate while we were gone which was shocking, usually they don’t. She shared lots of pics and kept us informed on their care! Highly recommend her!”
“Cathleen was great! She stayed at our house with our elderly dog while we were away. Bosey’s meals are more complicated than just scooping some dogfood into a bowl, and she happily accommodated. Upon our return, Bosley seemed happy and well cared for and house was clean. Thank you Cathleen!”
“Communication was excellent. My two cocker spaniels were happy and content when we arrived home. The house was immaculate. Alicia went above and beyond. She even washed and folded laundry I had left in the hamper. Will definitely book again”
About: I have been pet sitting since I was a child and recently turned it into my career. I love pets of all types and temperaments and have experience, not just watching dogs, but also cats, rabbits, hamsters, and even reptiles. As a pharmacy technician I am well versed in prescriptions and can mange your pets meds and administer any oral medication they may need. Whether they are free roam or crated I can provide them with care, treats, exercise, and companionship while you are away. I recently left my retail pharmacy job to work part time from home, so I am dedicated to taking care of your pets with a very flexible schedule. I treat every pet and home with the respect I give my own. I always clean up after myself and any messes the pets make in my care. I offer meet & greets for overnight stays to make sure your pets and I are the right fit and dicuss the best way to be in your home while you're away.
About: I’ve been taking care of animals since a young age. I’ve always been relied on to take good care of pets. I love being around all types of animals, and keeping them intrigued and happy. I’m currently in college and have a lot of free time on weekends so i’m available at any time throughout the weekend. Don’t be afraid to ask when! I’ll keep your dog exercised and I am an outside person myself so I do not mind staying outside for a while. I’ve played baseball my whole life so i don’t mind running em!
About: Experienced, compassionate pet sitter recently relocated. I am available all times of day weekdays, weekends and holidays. I have experience administering meditation to both cats and dogs. I currently have two special needs pets of my own, one of which is a blind, deaf dog and the other is a FIV positive cat, so I am capable of caring for animals who may have special needs and who take time to warm up to new friends. No baby is too big or too small for me, I have lived with and cared for Rottweilers, cattle dogs, hounds, terriers, cats, guinea pigs, and fish! Every pet care is different, I do everything I can to maintain pet scheduling! I care immensely for security of the clients home, I diligently ensure exterior doors are locked and secure before leaving. Every pet care is different, I do everything I can to maintain their individual usual routine! I care immensely about home security and the safety of pets, I diligently ensure exterior doors are locked and secure before leaving.
“Patsy is wonderful! She’s so good with my little maltipoo and treated her with so much love. I was comforted and entertained with pics of my pup who clearly was happy to be with Patsy. I highly recommend her and will be contacting her again!”
About: I have 10 years of experience, both in NJ and FL. I've handled all kinds of dogs, cats and exotic birds. I love my job. I'm a retired, pet sitter with 10 years experience. I am available 24 hours a day around the clock, 7 days a week and holidays. Worry free pet care in the comfort of your pet's own home. I create a stimulating safe environment for your pet while you travel or work
About: I’ve been a dog owner my entire life! Was a sitter for neighbors and family for both dogs and cats throughout my life. All animals deserve love and attentive care— which you can find with me for your furbabies! My schedule is very flexible so my availability to love and care for your pets is open! I have transportation and can be at your home in a timely manner, and can visit at just about any hour that is needed. I do not do boarding in my own home, however, my client’s homes will be respected to a high degree— and most importantly your pets! Walks, playing, food and water are a given and will adhere to whatever schedule you have in place so your pet has reliable and consistent care.
“Jennifer was amazing with our dog! She maintained great contact, keeping us updated with pictures and text messages. She followed instructions to the letter and showed great attention to detail. It was July 4th weekend and fireworks were really terrifying for our boy. Jennifer handled him like a pro! We had never used a house sitter before and were anxious how our dog would do. We had NOTHING to worry about with Jennifer. We are already talking about planning another trip since this worked out so well. I give Jennifer a 10 on a 10 scale! She was FABULOUS!”
“Logan was absolutely amazing. She definitely gave us piece of mind while we were gone. She sent lots of pictures and detailed updates and our dog loves her. We will definitely book her again!”
About: I have been accused of loving dogs more than people, and I am not sure that is a bad thing. I have been watching animals since I was ten years old. Through out college and now as an adult. I love every kind of animal and I have never met a dog that doesn’t like me. I have the luxury of working from home. So it gives me the freedom to work from different places. It also allows me the time to be with your pups. I have seen the benefits in my own pups since I have started working from home. It allows me to give a better routine for potty breaks and play time. As to be walking your dog they will always be on the lease and I would not introduce them to other dogs while in the walks. If I was house sitting in your home then we would follow all normal protocols your pup is use too.
“This was our first experience with Rover and we were a bit nervous, but Helena was incredible! We have a hard time going on trips because we love and worry about our kitties. She’s communicates greatly and our kitties who are usually a little too skittish of new people liked her a lot and made appearances. She also sent us great updates with picture, which we looked forward to. We had so much peace of mind knowing she was there watching over everything! 100000/10 would recommend her. We can’t wait to plan more trips now knowing our fur babies are in great hands!”
“Millie did such an amazing job watching my babies! I had one that was a little unsure and she took extra time to make him comfortable. He now loves her! I would highly recommend her. She treats them like her own and gives them lots of love. Will definitely use again!”
“Denise was extremely caring and gave our pups ALL the love and cuddles our babies needed while we were away! Thank you for being so good to them and to us! Teresa and Charley❤️”
“Thank you so much Magdalena for watching Missy on very short notice. She did everything we asked and took excellent care of Missy ! I would definitely book with Magdalena again she was amazing !”
“Megan is very reliable, trustworthy, friendly and truly loves dogs! My boyfriend and I went on a trip and had to scramble for a sitter last minute, Megan went above and beyond and sent us lots of pictures. Highly recommend her! ❤️”
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Renee & Keith B.Star Sitter
“Renee and Keith were amazing !!! They were so kind and loving to my girls !! It was a comforting feeling to know that they were taking care of so well. I would definitely recommend them to friends and family. Great job !!”
Colleen C.Star Sitter
“Colleen did an excellent job taking care of our 3 Beagle fur babies! Each pup has a unique personality and she gave them each the attention they needed. They all ate while we were gone which was shocking, usually they don’t. She shared lots of pics and kept us informed on their care! Highly recommend her!”
Dylan E.Star Sitter
“Dylan is a great communicator and was available to help me with my Daisy girl with little notice on a four day trip. Super reliable. Came home to a happy doggo!”
Cathleen M.Star Sitter
“Cathleen was great! She stayed at our house with our elderly dog while we were away. Bosey’s meals are more complicated than just scooping some dogfood into a bowl, and she happily accommodated. Upon our return, Bosley seemed happy and well cared for and house was clean. Thank you Cathleen!”
Alicia W.Star Sitter
“Communication was excellent. My two cocker spaniels were happy and content when we arrived home. The house was immaculate. Alicia went above and beyond. She even washed and folded laundry I had left in the hamper. Will definitely book again”
Renee J.
“Renee is a Passionate Pet Sitter with proven history providing care for a variety of animals, such as dogs and cats. She truly cares about animals and their well being. I would trust her to come in my home and care for my dog. During our trip, she sent us daily text updates with photos of our dog and put us at ease knowing he was well taken care of. Renee understands animals and their needs. I would not hesitate to recommend her as a pet sitter.”
Adrian H.
“Adrian is the only person I can fully trust with my two cats and dog. Every time I have to leave them alone for more than a few hours, I know my babies are in the best hands. He’s gentle, reliable, and truly treats them like his own. I come home to happy, calm pets every time. Adrian is seriously the best and I’m so happy to recommend him.”
Samantha P.
“Samantha is a kind and nurturing person and loves all animals. She is also very experienced with medically needy animals. She is very timely and dependable and would be someone you could trust with your family pet. I highly recommend her!”
Patsy P.Star Sitter
“Patsy is wonderful! She’s so good with my little maltipoo and treated her with so much love. I was comforted and entertained with pics of my pup who clearly was happy to be with Patsy. I highly recommend her and will be contacting her again!”
Debra W.
“Debbie has been a wonderful pet sitting for both my cat and my dog. She fulfills any requests we have when taking care of our boys, and is fully self sufficient. She sends us daily updates and pictures. I feel super confident with her watching our pets and staying at our house. Great pet caregiver!”
Kaila C.
“Kaila is one of the kindest and most responsible human beings I know. The kind of person who can anticipate needs before they even need to be met, who will sacrifice their own comfort for the comfort of others, who constantly operates from a place of generosity and protectiveness. Kaila has a warmth to them that is lacking in most people. Any pet in their care will be dutifully cared for and safe.”
Jennifer L.
“Jennifer was amazing with our dog! She maintained great contact, keeping us updated with pictures and text messages. She followed instructions to the letter and showed great attention to detail. It was July 4th weekend and fireworks were really terrifying for our boy. Jennifer handled him like a pro! We had never used a house sitter before and were anxious how our dog would do. We had NOTHING to worry about with Jennifer. We are already talking about planning another trip since this worked out so well. I give Jennifer a 10 on a 10 scale! She was FABULOUS!”
Anuradha D.
“Anu was great watching our animals and house. We will be booking again!”
Logan M.
“Logan was absolutely amazing. She definitely gave us piece of mind while we were gone. She sent lots of pictures and detailed updates and our dog loves her. We will definitely book her again!”
Ashley B.
“Ashley is fantastic with animals. She has been taking care of my dogs for years. She plays with them, walks them, and helps me with training. She is a natural. I definitely recommend!!”
Helena S.
“This was our first experience with Rover and we were a bit nervous, but Helena was incredible! We have a hard time going on trips because we love and worry about our kitties. She’s communicates greatly and our kitties who are usually a little too skittish of new people liked her a lot and made appearances. She also sent us great updates with picture, which we looked forward to. We had so much peace of mind knowing she was there watching over everything! 100000/10 would recommend her. We can’t wait to plan more trips now knowing our fur babies are in great hands!”
Millie B.
“Millie did such an amazing job watching my babies! I had one that was a little unsure and she took extra time to make him comfortable. He now loves her! I would highly recommend her. She treats them like her own and gives them lots of love. Will definitely use again!”
Denise C.
“Denise was extremely caring and gave our pups ALL the love and cuddles our babies needed while we were away! Thank you for being so good to them and to us! Teresa and Charley❤️”
Magdalena T.
“Thank you so much Magdalena for watching Missy on very short notice. She did everything we asked and took excellent care of Missy ! I would definitely book with Magdalena again she was amazing !”
Megan K.
“Megan is very reliable, trustworthy, friendly and truly loves dogs! My boyfriend and I went on a trip and had to scramble for a sitter last minute, Megan went above and beyond and sent us lots of pictures. Highly recommend her! ❤️”
Over 311 pet parents in Merritt Island have booked house sitting
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Merritt Island is $47
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Sitters in Merritt Island average 3 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Merritt Island on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $47 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 369 house sitters in Merritt Island. 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, 89% of Merritt Island house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Merritt Island have an average of 16 years of experience. 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 Merritt Island.
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. Merritt Island 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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