House Sitting in New York City
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Top rated New York City house sitters
“Adri is amazing! Could not recommend her enough. We have two dogs that we had never had a sitter for and we were concerned they would be a lot to handle, each with their own tricky quirks. Since one is only 6 months old, we still have a hard time ourselves at times and we needed someone to mind them for a whole week. But the week went by without issue and we had a steady stream of really great pictures of them as a bonus. We also came back to our place looking better than we left it. We are super grateful to have made the connection and would not hesitate to have Adri sit them again.”
“Rosa has been great with my pup! Communication is great, sending me photos and updates while I’m out, and follows directions for care. Helps make my dog feel comfortable while I’m away. Will definitely book again. Thank you!”
“Meaghan was very conscientious! The apartment was spotless when I got back; all the garbage had been taken out. Just very thoughtful. She kept an eye on and made sure my fuzzy friend ate in addition to sleeping day and night. Very trustworthy. Would definitely use again!”
“Adam is a fantastic sitter and walker - would highly recommend! Extremely communicative and responsive, and was very patient with my active dog. Adam took the time to understand my dog’s unique needs and did everything he could to make sure my dog was as happy and comfortable as possible.”
“Michelle dog sat my pup Ozzie for the night. He was immediately so comfortable with her and not as anxious as usual. She is great and communicated very well. I would highly recommend Michelle.”
“Bethany took great care of my dog and sent plenty of videos and pictures so I knew my pup was happy and healthy! Will definitely be asking her to watch my dog again.”
“Sophia was incredible with our lovable but sometimes stubborn dog Frank for the week we were away! Her updates were so nice and let us enjoy our time away knowing Frank was in great hands.”
“Alina was an amazing house sitter! She took such great care of our dog, Bogey, and kept us updated the whole time. We came home to a happy pup and a spotless house. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring sitter!”
“I’m so lucky I found Ariel. She is so skilled and confident and somehow she got my very selective pit bulls to like and listen to her within hours of meeting them! Her knowledge of dog behavior and ability to control them was apparent literally 5 minutes after she walked into my house. I give her a 10 out of 5 stars! She exceeded every expectation I had and I believe this the start of a long relationship. I can finally relax enough to take a real vacation, thanks to Ariel.”
“Lauren took such great care of our puppy. Our puppy struggles with separation anxiety and Lauren was so patient and kind to him. Lauren helped reinforce Charlie’s training plan and we are so grateful for her support and willingness to jump in. Our dog Charlie felt comfortable, safe, and calm with Lauren. Absolutely would trust Lauren to take care of our Charlie again. Thank you Lauren!”
“I’m so happy we were able to find Anj! She was so welcoming and receptive to the instructions and to my dog. She was so attentive to him and constantly sent updates, which made me feel more at ease since this was the first time I was using rover. We definitely look forward to having her again :)”
“Anna watched my pup for 2 weeks while I was away, and was trustworthy and left my place in great condition. She was responsive and provided daily updates! On top of that, my dog was injured and required medication and Anna took great care of her.”
“Caroline was wonderful! Great energy, extremely punctual and obviously a big dog lover! I would happily work with her again, nothing but good things to say!”
“Timothy was a lifesaver! He responded promptly to a last minute house sitting request after someone else canceled on me days before my trip. Not only was he quick to communicate and do a video meeting, he went over the top with extra walks and care for my pup. I felt comfortable and confident she would be loved and cared for while I was gone!”
“Mercy took such good care of our guy while we were gone for a week. She was super communicative, and we came home to a happy dog and spotless apartment!”
About: I’ve been a cat dad for the past 10 years and grew up with both cats and dogs. I can’t have a dog right now, but I still get my fix spending time with other people’s pets! I’m comfortable with big dogs, shy cats, and everything in between. I'm currently not working a full time job, so I'm very flexible and able to accommodate almost any schedule! As long as I know the day beforehand, I can make your schedule work When I travel I always worry about my kitty getting enough human interaction, so I know the important of spending quality play or cuddle time with pets. I'm just as happy giving a shy kitty some space and getting to know them over time!
Over 5,474 pet parents in New York City have booked house sitting
New York City pet parents share their Rover experiences
Paul was great. He communicates early and often, is on time, and very professional. Since he’s a dog trainer he got accustomed to Chias ways very quickly. He was diligent and persistent in walking the dog the extra length to ensure she had a chance to do her business. He played with her while at home and kept her active company. I would rehire Paul’s service without a doubt
Yuliia is the first person outside our family we've ever trusted with our dogs. We’re that neurotic. We have four large dogs, each with a distinct personality, a specific diet, and a list of medications — ear drops, eye drops, and pills at both breakfast and dinner. They’re rambunctious, playful, and, if I’m being honest, a bit needy. Overwhelming, some might say. But Yuliia not only took it in stride, she loved them like her own. Throughout the day she sent videos of the dogs gobbling their meals, eagerly taking their meds, chasing balls, cuddling up for petting sessions, and sleeping blissfully. Her texts were so clever and entertaining, we've saved every one. Yuliia is knowledgeable, professional, warm, and kind. We can't wait to go away again (and our dogs are already begging us to leave)!
You could not ask for better care for your pet than what Gillian delivers!! She gave our two greyhounds the most love and attention while we were away, kept us updated on all their fun activities, and was very thorough to make sure everything was perfect for them and their weird routines. This was their first time being away from us for a few days, and I can’t imagine having found anyone better for the job. Apartment was also so clean when we got back! If you’re looking for someone to love and care for your pet just as much as you do then BOOK GILLIAN!!
Peter was great- very reliable and had great communication! Gave me peace of mind while I was traveling. Followed instructions and asked great questions during our meet and greet and I felt he took the job seriously! Highly recommend and will definitely use him again!
We had an outstanding experience with Lauren. From the very first introduction meeting, she was professional, warm, and clearly a great fit for our pups. We felt confident booking her for the weekend right away. A few days before our trip, our senior dog unexpectedly needed to start a new medication. She was completely comfortable administering it and immediately put us at ease. Throughout the stay, she communicated consistently and sent great photo updates, and it was obvious from our dogs' relaxed, happy behavior that they were receiving exceptional care. When our flight was delayed, she stepped in without hesitation and made sure our pups were taken care of. Her flexibility and reliability made a stressful situation so much easier. We came home to two content dogs and an immaculate home. Since we are new to the area, finding someone we could trust was very important to us. She made the entire experience simple, reassuring, and positive. We highly recommend her, we fully trust her with our pups, and we will absolutely book with her again. Truly amazing care.
John was a fantastic sitter for our dog. He was very responsive, communicative, and took a lot of care while watching our pup. Our dog separation anxiety and is prone to overheating in the summer, and John kept a very mindful eye on both of those things. He kept us updated while we were away, and our dog immediately took a liking to him. We will use John again very soon!
We love having Zaina sit out kitty Zora! She has been our sitter for the last two years and we are so at peace knowing she’s with our cat when we’re gone. She stayed overnight given the length of our trip and was wonderful and able to easily balance checking in on other pets at the same time. Highly recommend!
Lauren was great! We pet sit our pup for the night while my wife and I were out on a date night. She took him to the park to get his non stop puppy energy spent and was very communicative with photos and texts. She was flexible scheduling, which was very helpful to our last minute plans and was super comfortable with our larger pup and all our instructions. Will definitely reach out again!
Yesenia did a great job watching our dogs! She was very responsive and sent photo and video updates throughout the week she stayed in our apartment. She also left the place very tidy. Would definitely recommend - this was much better than having our dogs go stay somewhere else!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in New York City is €60
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Reservation protection
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Sitters in New York City 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 New York City on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about €60 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 Jun 2026, there are 19,032 house sitters in New York City. 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, 83% of New York City house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in New York City have an average of 13 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 New York City.
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. New York City 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.
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