House Sitting New Castle

Find a loving house sitter to watch over your pets and your home.

End
Search

New Castle, Find top rated house sitting

1 / 1
Sitter Profile Image: Michael D.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Michael D.
Star Sitter
from
$110
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
54 reviews
24 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Portsmouth, NH, 03801

Michael was a new sitter for us, but he will be our go-to sitter moving forward. He was prompt, reliable & very sweet with our pets. We got many photos and videos of his stay & our dog seemed very happy to have him there for walks & to play with. An unexpected bonus was not only that he left us a note so we knew where our pets were at in their day with treats & meds, but how clean he left our house (even stripped the bed & put his sheets in the washing machine)! 6/5 stars for Michael D! I HIGHLY recommend!

Profile image
Breegan J.
Sitter Profile Image: Talia A.
Verified Background Check
Talia A.
from
$95
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Portsmouth, NH, 03801

Talia is dependable, communicative, and was great with our fairly difficult dogs! I would have her back in a second.

Profile image
Stephanie D.
Sitter Profile Image: Karen K.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Karen K.
from
$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Kittery, ME, 03904

This is the first time I’ve used Rover, and it certainly will not be the last. I was so lucky to find Karen, who lives in my town, responded quickly to my first email, and came over to meet my 3-year-old chocolate lab that same afternoon. Within a few minutes, my dog was basking in Karen’s attention and letting me know that she would be happy and comfortable spending time in Karen’s care. Karen made sure my energetic dog got plenty of exercise and sent pictures every day while I was gone. I came home to a happy dog and a peaceful house. My dog and I are both hoping to have a continuing relationship with Karen.

Profile image
Janis W.
Sitter Profile Image: Gavin P.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Gavin P.
Star Sitter
from
$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
6 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Portsmouth, NH, 03801

Gavin took great care of our pets; I don't think they missed us at all! Thorough, professional and kind! This was a great experience. Many thanks!

Profile image
Linda L.
Sitter Profile Image: Julianne S.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Julianne S.
from
$85
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
17 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Portsmouth, NH, 03801

Julianne spent 2 overnights with our little Havanese, and we couldn't have been happier with her. Not only was she very responsible with following instructions as to his care but she also showed she was someone we can trust to stay in our home. Frequent updates with photos assured us that things we going smoothly. She won our shy one-year-old Jaco over. Will use her again.

Profile image
Bobbi C.
Sitter Profile Image: Kristen L.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Kristen L.
Star Sitter
from
$120
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
15 repeat clients
33 years of experience
Portsmouth, NH, 03801

Kristen is an absolute professional great with the pups and an amazing communicator along with being flexible with unexpected schedule changes. Need I say more? Book her! :)

Profile image
Jeff S.
Sitter Profile Image: Melody V.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Melody V.
from
$90
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
10 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Portsmouth, NH, 03801

I hate to tell you how good Melody is cuz I want her always for my dog. 😊. Melody is very capable, but her calmness around my excitable pup is why I chose her. We were trying our first overnight away from this totally spoiled COVID pup. I am home most of the time with her and needed someone who would be here most of the time. Melody was willing to do that and my pup made it clear when I got home that she likes Melody as much as me! I highly recommend Melody and am already planning my next overnight away!

Profile image
Barbara M.
Sitter Profile Image: Anne L.
Verified Background Check
Anne L.
from
$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
30 years of experience
Portsmouth, NH, 03801

About: I love dogs and they seem to love me! I do not have my own dog currently but like to think of all those I watch as my own. I love to get them (and me) out for a walk especially on a beach or nearby trail. I also have a lot of experience caring for senior dogs and can match that energy level as well! If you need references I will be happy to provide them from Wallis, Teddie, Stella, Franklin, Buna, Wally, Tater, Judy, Kaya or Koda. I work from home so would not be away from your dog for more than an hour or two. If your dog likes the car, they can join me on errands/adventures. Or we can stay close to home for walks or snuggles. I care for dogs in their own home to keep them in familiar settings and routines. Important to know if they can be let outside in yard off leash or not, feeding times, what time is typical for wake up.

Sitter Profile Image: Paul M.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Paul M.
from
$25
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
5 repeat clients
30 years of experience
New Castle, NH, 03854

Paul was great! He made a commitment to dog sit several weeks before and was willing to come by to meet Charley before. Very communicative during the stay and left our place just like he found it. Excellent sitter! Would recommend.

Profile image
Tyler R.
Sitter Profile Image: Erin & Amanda F.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Erin & Amanda F.
from
$80
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Kittery, ME, 03904

Erin and Amanda were great sitters for our two pups. We'll definitely use them again and appreciated the love they gave to our dogs. Thank you!

Profile image
Katherine V.
Sitter Profile Image: Courtney L.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Courtney L.
Star Sitter
from
$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Dover, NH, 03820

About: I have had dogs my entire life. I have taken care of my own dogs as well as friends and neighbors. I have experience with labs, golden retrievers, German shepherds, Rottweilers, and pit bulls mostly but love all dogs. I currently work full time Monday-Friday (this is important to note when booking me for house sitting) and would love to help people with walking their pets/letting them out after work or on the weekends. I can’t have pets in my apartment and greatly miss interacting with dogs! I am very respectful of other people’s homes. I am clean and appreciate instructions/rules on where food, collars/leashes, treats, etc are. I will keep your furry companions company, provide long walks, and scratches of course!

Sitter Profile Image: Elise A.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Elise A.
from
$42
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
5 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Kittery, ME, 03904

Great communication and active caretaker. She took my pup out on lots of walks!

Profile image
Marissa C.
Sitter Profile Image: James W.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
James W.
Star Sitter
from
$110
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Kittery, ME, 03904

James was amazing! He went above and beyond and his son taught us a new trick, that we have been working on with our pup! Would absolutely have James watch our pup in the future!

Profile image
Jessica N.
Sitter Profile Image: Alex B.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Alex B.
from
$85
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
20 years of experience
Portsmouth, NH, 03801

Alex was absolutely amazing! It was our first time leaving our dog who has a lot of quirks and we were super nervous about it, but Alex kept us updated with photos, how he was everyday, and even took him to work with her! I would definitely recommend Alex , and would love to have her watch Teddy in the future:) Thank you!

Profile image
Tessia S.
Sitter Profile Image: Sheila R.
Verified Background Check
Sheila R.
from
$130
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Portsmouth, NH, 03801

About: I love dogs and have a beautiful almost 9 yo 1/2 Lab 1/2 GSP of my own who I fostered and then adopted February 2018; she will gladly keep your dog company and busy playing at my home. I have a large fenced in back yard 2 miles from downtown Portsmouth with plenty of room for the dogs to play and run around in. I am recently retired from Corp Amer, and am home with the dogs so they won’t be left alone. I will only take up to 3 dogs (dogs must be over 2 years of age and show zero signs of any aggression) in at a time for day care and 1 or 2 for boarding so your dog will get plenty of love and one on one attention. My prices may be a little bit higher than other people on this app, but that is because I’m only taking one or two dogs at a time and your dog is getting 1:1 care versus being in a rowdy kennel type environment with several dogs around. You can rest assured knowing I will care for your pets better than most. When I am walking your dog, I will engage with them, give them loads of attention, and will not be looking at/reading my phone. There are toys and tennis balls for them to play with in the yard and they will be let out every 2 hours for potty breaks and play, and can lounge around on the couches if they feel like it too. If they are 100% trained with recall, we go for 2 off leash trail enrichment hikes/ walks per day, otherwise they can be walked on leash around my neighborhood. At bed time, I play soft spa like music so the pups can sleep well and comfortable. I would like to have a meet and greet with all dogs and owners before they board at my home. My daycare rates are for up to 8 hours per day. If you drop your dog off at 8:30am, the dog must be picked up by 4:30pm otherwise you will be charged an additional half day rate. Latest pickup is 6:30pm. After 6:30pm it becomes an overnight. Drop offs must be before 6pm. I cater to dogs that need a little extra support and don’t do well in a chaotic kennel environment, which is why it is more of a “boutique “style service. (1:1) At the most, I might pop out for an hour but the dogs will not be left alone for more than an hour or 2 max. I have a large crate here if your dogs likes to be crated. I am not currently housesitting, only taking dogs in at my home. I do not book out months in advance. I generally only book out 1-2 months in advance. I am now currently only booking through Aug 2026. I let the dogs out every couple of hours for potty breaks and play. I will only take in 2-3 dogs max for daycare at a time and one or two dogs at a time for overnights, as to not overwhelm any of the dogs. This is a relaxed stress free environment for the dogs. I do not take in any dogs that show any signs of aggression.

Sitter Profile Image: Lorenzo B.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Lorenzo B.
from
$70
per night
4.8 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
York, ME, 03909

Lorenzo was very kind to our dogs. He was a great communicator.

Profile image
Kari M.
Sitter Profile Image: Teresa H.
Verified Background Check
Teresa H.
from
$95
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Kittery, ME, 03905

Teresa is an amazing caretaker. Our dog has a heavy background and it her takes a minute to warm up to new folks. Teresa is calm, patient, and loving. We had an unexpected event to attend and we appreciated that she squeezed us in without much notice. She took time out of her day to meet Honey before we left for the weekend and we immediately felt at ease and knew Honey was in responsible, good hands. We will definitely book Teresa in the future and recommend her to friends.

Profile image
Erica H.
Sitter Profile Image: Eric P.
Verified Background Check
Eric P.
from
$45
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Kittery, ME, 03904

About: Kristine and Eric have loved and had animals our entire life. I have always helped care for pets, even as a child. Eric was raised on a farm, caring for many different kinds of animals- waking up before dawn to ensure that all animals were properly cared for and had what they needed for the day whether it be rain, shine, snow, sleet, hot, or cold. We, together, have two dogs. They are both around 10 years old and are rescues. We also have 6 chickens. Our home has a door from the downstairs to the upstairs. When dogs are home during the day and if left alone for 1 hour or so they stay downstairs with access to water, comfy couches, and dog bed areas. When we are home they have free run of the home. We also have a crate for dogs that may need a private, safe space. We have a back yard that our dog enjoys playing in, but just so you know it is not fenced in, therefore dogs remain leashed when in the back yard. We do have a deck that is closed off in the backyard where dogs can be left unleashed to hang out, but always supervised when out there. We also have a 15 year old daughter who loves animals. She assists with the care of our dogs and we have fostered a few dogs in the past from various shelters and she is always eager to assist with making these dogs feel comfortable and give them love. She volunteers at a local animal shelter with small mammals and takes care of the chickens I work full time during the school year for a school district. Eric works from home. Eric takes dogs for a number of walks per day including walks to the local dog park (Rogers Park) and to local beaches for exercise and socialization. I am home by 3:30 pm and bring my dogs (and other dogs) for exercise either running, hiking, or walking. In the summer I am mostly around. I also grew up with cats and with both have experience with cats and providing meds to cats, including insulin shots. I work full time and Eric works part to full time but we can walk dogs in the evening and walk dogs throughout the day on the weekends. I have summers off as I work in a school. I will not be offering care in my home, but am excited to take care of your pet and walk your dog and take your dog on adventures.

Sitter Profile Image: Katherine B.
Verified Background Check
Katherine B.
from
$55
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Newfields, NH, 03856

Katherine was great - she stayed overnight at our house and she took great care of our animals and house. She kept us updated with pictures and videos of all the animals. She was very flexible when we were returning home and her communication was overall excellent. We'd highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone to care for their animals!

Profile image
Casey D.
Sitter Profile Image: Charley L.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Charley L.
from
$35
per night
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Rye, NH, 03870

About: Caring for animals with compassion and understanding has always come natural to me! I have been dog sitting for friends and family for over 7 years and I have been a volunteer dog walker at the NHSPCA for 3 years. I am comfortable around all dogs and am willing to adapt and learn how to best care for your pet. I have a senior dog, Eddie, and experience caring for senior dogs at the NHSPCA. I also have a reactive dog, Thor, and experience caring for reactive dogs at the NHSPCA. When I come to take care of, play with, or walk your dogs, I will dedicate my time to loving them. As an owner of two dogs myself, I know the nerves of being away and having someone else care for them. I am here to ease those nerves and accommodate any and all requests you have for your pet! I am currently in between future plans for college and work part-time picking up shifts at a restaurant, so I will have plenty of time for your dogs! I am home Monday-Sunday and am available for drop ins or house sittings when needed! I am also very flexible and can accept last minute bookings. When I am in your home, I would love to take your dogs for walks, to local parks, the beach, or anything you already do with them to make them the most comfortable!

1 / 1
View more

The median cost per night for house sitting in New Castle is $65

Pet parents share their Rover experiences - New Castle

1 / 1
5.0 out of 5 stars

Michael helped us with our dog Penny on our wedding night in Portsmouth! His communication and attention to detail were 100%. We got plenty of photos and updates for the 7 hours he was in her care! We were able to have a great care free night with Michaels help.

Profile image
Abigail H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kristen was very attentive, kept us updated and sent photos of our pets. Will use her again if we need

Profile image
Donald F.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Karen took such wonderful care of my baby… I’m pretty sure my dog likes her more than me now 🤣 highly recommend!

Profile image
Cherilyn L.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Julianna was a lifesaver for us when we were out of state for 7days. She was wonderful with Bailey and Bentley as they have never been left with anyone previously. The pups absolutely loved Julianna and we appreciate the care and love that she gave them which made us less anxious to leave them. Highly recommend Julianna and we will most definitely be using her services again! It was nice to come home to happy dogs and a clean house as she left everything tidy.

Profile image
Michelle H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alexandria was a great sitter for our dog! She kept us informed, sent pictures and updates throughout the stay and was an excellent communicator. Thank you!

Profile image
Jill L.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Erin and Amanda were fantastic! I booked them for boarding and they took great care of my pets and home. They were very flexible, responsive, caring and insightful. They got to know the particulars for my dog quickly despite it being their first time with him. Very thankful for their care.

Profile image
Sarah Z.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Teresa took care of my cat for just under a week, in my home. He is an orange tabby; need i say more? Moo bestowed his highest honor on Teresa, by sleeping ON her most nights; graciously, Teresa obliged him! Communication was good. I received daily updates and pictures and she did not hesitate to reach out when she had questions (the cat was temporarily on meds), My home was in great shape when i returned.

Profile image
Michelle T.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jim went above and beyond for us when we were in a pinch. Not only did he take great care of our dog but he also cleaned and did dishes for us that we had left in a hurry to head to a wedding. Jim was awesome and I would absolutely recommend him and utilize his services again in a heartbeat!

Profile image
Kay A.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Will is the best! We use him often for drop in visits and he did an overnight stay at our place for the first time (our first time having anyone dog sit in our home) and I know the pups were happy! He gives updates and asks questions as needed. Left our place spotless. We will book him again soon!

Profile image
Jackie W.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Talia is dependable, communicative, and was great with our fairly difficult dogs! I would have her back in a second.

Profile image
Stephanie D.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Martha was fantastic with our four legged family members. We came home to a happy cat and dog and our home well taken care of. She communicated daily, sent pictures and even brought a toy for our pup. On time and flexible when we needed to change the start time.

Profile image
Emelie E.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sylvie was fantastic! She was a great communicator, sent photos and videos, and braved some awful New England weather to walk our dog Luna. She played with our cat Dusty, left our house spotless, and even washed her bedding, which we really appreciated. We would definitely ask her to take care of Dusty and Luna again. Highly recommend!

Profile image
Gillian T.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Stephanie is incredible! She is a dog-loving, capable person who took excellent care of both of our dogs, including one senior dog. She stayed at our house and treated our home and doggos with love and respect. She is responsive, easy to communicate with, and a quick-study when it came to learning our dogs’ schedules and needs. Definitely plan to work with her again (if our schedules align)!

Profile image
Jane M.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Renee was amazing with our two dogs! She kept in touch the whole time and really understood what they needed. She even took them on some extra walks, which they loved! We’d absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a kind, caring, and reliable sitter.

Profile image
Maria & Usman K.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda took excellent care of my puppy. My pup is 4 months old - aka a busy little dog who needs to be watched. Amanda gave her heaps of attention and knew all the puppy tricks to encourage good behavior. I highly recommend her to take care of your dog. She also took great care of my house.

Profile image
Jennifer S.
House Sitting
1 / 1
Find pet care near you

Book with peace of mind

  • Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party background check and show verified reviews from other pet parents, like you.
  • Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
  • 24/7 support from the Rover team–here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.

Why Choose Rover?

  • Cashless payments

    Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.

  • Reservation protection

    It doesn’t happen often, but if your sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.

  • World-class support

    We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.

Meet local sitters who will treat your pets like family

  1. 1. Search

    Browse profiles of sitters near you who offer house sitting
  2. 2. Meet In Person

    Schedule a free in-person Meet & Greet to find the perfect fit
  3. 3. Book & Pay

    It's that easy! All payments are processed through Rover's secured platform

Popular requests for house sitting - New Castle

Select a filter and find qualifying sitters offering house sitting.

Sitters in New Castle average 4
repeat house sitting clients

FAQs for House Sitting - New Castle

Frequently asked questions about Rover

As of August 2026, there are 704 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across New Castle. 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 New Castle 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 New Castle 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 New Castle 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 New Castle. On Rover:

  • 94% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 98% 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.

Connect anywhere with the Rover app

Download on the App Store BadgeGet it on Google Play Badge