House Sitting in Newark
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1. Savannah A.

“Savannah was phenomenal!!! She took such great care of our house and pets, regularly sending us updates, pictures, and videos. I would 10 out of 10 recommend her, and will definitely use her again in the future.”


2. Michelle S.

“Michelle is wonderful and caring all the way around!! She took such great care of our boys! Communication was spot on. We enjoyed all the photos and updates she sent us! We will definitely have her sit for our boys in the future!! Thanks again Michelle”


3. Leonora Z.

“Outstanding job!! Leonora took great care of our Dog Faith and did a wonderful job house sitting while we were away 5 nights!!! She sent photos and comments every day which helped us with the anxiety of leaving Faith. When we returned our house was perfect and Faith was well!! We recommend her very highly and will bok her again if possible!!!”


4. Lauren L.

“Lauren is fantastic!! My pup may love her more than me.”


5. Amanda H.
“Mandy took care of my babies Charlie and Lola when she was in North Carolina. I understand she has relocated unfortunately for us. But she is an amazing pet sitter. My Lola is on a very tedious, strict medication schedule and she’s always adhered to it responsibly. She’s great”


6. Maddy J.

“Maddy has walked Reggie multiple times, but this was her first time house sitting. She was super communicative, sent plenty of updates and followed our requests! She even requested a meet and greet prior to house sitting just to review and ask questions. Everything was in perfect order when we got back home and Reggie was his usual happy, chill self. We would definitely book Maddy again for future house sitting!”


7. Keira D.
“Keira has been dog walking and dog sitting for us for three years now. She is very conscientious. Our dogs love her and so look forward to when she comes. She even brings her own toys and treats at times. Also has helped out with cat sitting litter box emptying. we’ve referred her to a few other families here in the Forest Hills neighborhood. Would definitely recommend Keira! Your pets will love her. Lots of energy!”


8. Destiny P.

“Really Great House Sitter, very communicative and a great listener. Really helped to calm me down over my anxiety of leaving my dog for the day :)”


9. nicole v.
“Nicole did a great job walking my dog. She was extremely professional and very caring with my pup! I will definitely be having her walk my baby girl again!”


10. Karen P.
“Karen watched our 3 crazy pups for the long holiday weekend. We came home to 3 happy babies who spent the past few days cuddling and playing with their new best friend. She left our house immaculate and even weeded our whole walkway in the back of house. Our pups had plenty of play and potty breaks and a great weekend. She made them feel safe through the thunder storm and the fireworks as well. I would recommend Karen to anyone!”


11. Ryan K.
“Ryan took great care of my dog. Long walks sneak some treats. My dogs love him. Ryan is very nice and will treat you with respect”


12. Brice B.
“My family has used Brice as our dog sitter and dog walker for our cane corso mastiff for vacations and special occasions for a little over a year now and we are incredibly satisfied with her services. She is reliable and trustworthy, as she is punctual, great at communication, and kind. It’s not easy to find someone who can handle our dog, but she was able to adapt quickly and learned how to handle her well. I highly recommend her to anyone!”


13. Ryan E.

“Ryan is a great guy, he was wonderful with Pluto and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a sitter”


14. SARA K.

“Sara is fantastic! She stayed in our home with our 2 GSPs for 3 nights. They both require a little extra…medications, etc and it was no issue. Sara sent lots of pictures & is great with communication. This was my first overnight away from my girls in 10 months so I was nervous but would absolutely not hesitate to leave them in Sara’s care again!”


15. Joemar A.
“Joemar is a gentle soul and has high morals. He loved walking my 2 chihuahua mix around his or my neighborhood. Once my babies passed away, he still retains an active lifestyle: jogging in the mornings or riding his bike everywhere, like doing groceries for his mom, which is when I usually see him. He’s conscientious and likes to be helpful when he can. When he’s at home, he’ll read a book, watch a movie or write to create a new recipe. He also likes to write plans and goals for himself to achieve in the next hour or by the end of the year. If you are looking for someone trustworthy, you will not regret giving Joemar a chance. He always does his best with his heart.”


16. Michaela A.

“Michaela was wonderful with our two dogs. They were happy and she kept us informed twice daily. One of our pups is just a year old and she was great at handling the sibling dynamics! I highly recommend!”


17. Claudia T.

“Claudia took great care of our cats while we were away and handled the insulin shots like a champ! She sent daily updates and pics and it made us so relieved to know our cats were cared for.”


18. Lillyanne D.
“Lil is a truly amazing pet caregiver with a big heart. She’s gentle, incredibly patient, and always goes out of her way to give animals the best care possible. Beyond her compassion, she’s also highly reliable and organized—her time management skills ensure pets are fed, walked, and cared for on schedule. Lil is calm under pressure, attentive to every pet’s unique needs, and communicates clearly, which makes her a perfect choice for anyone looking for a responsible, loving pet sitter.”


19. Alyssa B.
“Our dog and cat were in great hands with Alyssa!”


20. Terry C.

“Terry was absolutely incredible and took the best care of our 2 kitties when we went out of town! Daily pictures and videos, so many updates and great communication! I would give her even more stars if I could. We have never felt safer leaving our babies in another's hands, and we could not recommend her enough. She truly goes above and beyond. :)”
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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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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 Newark on Rover as of Apr 2025 was about $50 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 Apr 2025, there are 877 house sitters in Newark. 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, 86% of Newark house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Newark 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 Newark.
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. Newark 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.
