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“Andy watched our two cats for two days, including one who has been recently diagnosed with diabetes. Andy was super communicative with us while we were gone and took amazing care of both cats ! Super thankful !”
“Kailyn was great! I get really nervous leaving my dogs with someone that isn’t close friends or family but she was so kind and kept me up to date throughout my stay and my dogs were very well taken care of. I would definitely book her again!”
“Lydia was a fantastic dog sitter! I already reached out to her for a second day! She was professional and kind, sent wonderful update photos and most importantly, took great care of our dog, Smalls. Smalls doesn’t always warm to people quickly, but it was clear thats she liked Lydia very soon after they met. I would recommend her to anyone”
“This was my first time using Jessie to take care of fritz and Lulu so I was a little nervous but she was amazing she took care of them really well and they seemed super happy with her. The place was kept really clean and Jessie was very communicative and cleaned up all the sheets and stuff which was unexpected.She even took the dogs for walks which was great and I didn’t expect that at all. I’ve already booked again in September so I’m looking forward to it ;)”
“Evelyn took fantastic care of our senior pug, making sure she got her walkies every day, administering her meds, and cleaning her face folds. We received a ton of pictures too! Highly recommend”
“Iris stayed with our three Dachshunds for four days. She did an amazing job! Iris was attentive to their needs and gave them lots of snuggles which they are so used to! She sent pictures and an update every day which showed how well our babies were doing. I appreciate all the care and attention that she gave our dogs which included administering medication to one of them. I definitely plan to call on iIris again to care for our dogs! ❤️”
“Rachel took great care of our pup while we were away for a week! She was very chill and super quick with replying any time I reached out for an update. We came home to a happy, safe doggie and very clean house and we so appreciated that after a long day of travel!”
“Wilma did a wonderful job watching our two pugs! We had a very nice meet & greet where she asked thoughtful questions while we walked the dogs around. While we were away, Wilma kept us posted with frequent texts and pictures, and the dogs loved her. They were relaxed and happy when we got home which is the best! She also cleaned the sheets from the bed she was using and remade the bed, which I really appreciated. It was a very stress-free experience, and we'll definitely use her again!”
“Vanessa did a great job with our two cats! She was very communicative and kept us in the loop if she struggled to find parking or if she had a question. She also sent lots of wonderful photos!”
“Zachary did a great job taking care of Minnie at our place. He established rapport with Minnie immediately. He followed all the directions and sent us tons of pictures. We came home to a clean house and a happy dog!”
“This was our first time using Rover. Dotti has only been with us a few months and I needed to find someone to watch her while we went away to a wedding. She presents herself very well. Quiet, sweet and understanding. DOTTI loved her. I would use her services again.”
“She was so sweet and took very good care of our animals. We had a bit of a last minute request, I’m so glad she was willing to help! We came home to a tidy home and happy pets!”
“Very good communication and photos of my dog were great. House was clean and the same as I remember it. Galway bonded with her right away when we met. Highly recommend her for your needs!”
“We have a 14.5 year old Australian Shepherd who is grumpy and quirky and not very cooperative. Caleb did a great job navigating her idiosyncrasies and keeping her happy and comfortable while we were away. He did a great job following instructions and communicating and he left our home and pup in perfect condition. We highly recommend Caleb.”
“Fantastic job taking care of my Marley while out of town. We received frequent updates and pictures. Marley was well cared for, our home was left spotless. I will plan to use Rachel again when needed.”
“We couldn't be happier with the job Gabrielle did watching our home, dogs, and chickens. She sent us regular photos of our dogs and asked questions whenever she needed information. We came home to happy dogs and a clean house. Thanks Gabrielle!”
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Andy S.Star Sitter
“Andy watched our two cats for two days, including one who has been recently diagnosed with diabetes. Andy was super communicative with us while we were gone and took amazing care of both cats ! Super thankful !”
Ashley T.
“Ashley is the best with our two dogs! They feel so comfortable with her and we feel relaxed having her watch our dogs and our home. Thanks! We’ll be booking again”
Kailyn B.
“Kailyn was great! I get really nervous leaving my dogs with someone that isn’t close friends or family but she was so kind and kept me up to date throughout my stay and my dogs were very well taken care of. I would definitely book her again!”
Lydia L.Star Sitter
“Lydia was a fantastic dog sitter! I already reached out to her for a second day! She was professional and kind, sent wonderful update photos and most importantly, took great care of our dog, Smalls. Smalls doesn’t always warm to people quickly, but it was clear thats she liked Lydia very soon after they met. I would recommend her to anyone”
Jessie B.Star Sitter
“This was my first time using Jessie to take care of fritz and Lulu so I was a little nervous but she was amazing she took care of them really well and they seemed super happy with her. The place was kept really clean and Jessie was very communicative and cleaned up all the sheets and stuff which was unexpected.She even took the dogs for walks which was great and I didn’t expect that at all. I’ve already booked again in September so I’m looking forward to it ;)”
Evelyn F.Star Sitter
“Evelyn took fantastic care of our senior pug, making sure she got her walkies every day, administering her meds, and cleaning her face folds. We received a ton of pictures too! Highly recommend”
Iris R.
“Iris stayed with our three Dachshunds for four days. She did an amazing job! Iris was attentive to their needs and gave them lots of snuggles which they are so used to! She sent pictures and an update every day which showed how well our babies were doing. I appreciate all the care and attention that she gave our dogs which included administering medication to one of them. I definitely plan to call on iIris again to care for our dogs! ❤️”
Rachel C.
“Rachel took great care of our pup while we were away for a week! She was very chill and super quick with replying any time I reached out for an update. We came home to a happy, safe doggie and very clean house and we so appreciated that after a long day of travel!”
Wilma S.Star Sitter
“Wilma did a wonderful job watching our two pugs! We had a very nice meet & greet where she asked thoughtful questions while we walked the dogs around. While we were away, Wilma kept us posted with frequent texts and pictures, and the dogs loved her. They were relaxed and happy when we got home which is the best! She also cleaned the sheets from the bed she was using and remade the bed, which I really appreciated. It was a very stress-free experience, and we'll definitely use her again!”
Vanessa & Denise H.Star Sitter
“Vanessa did a great job with our two cats! She was very communicative and kept us in the loop if she struggled to find parking or if she had a question. She also sent lots of wonderful photos!”
Zachary B.Star Sitter
“Zachary did a great job taking care of Minnie at our place. He established rapport with Minnie immediately. He followed all the directions and sent us tons of pictures. We came home to a clean house and a happy dog!”
Anastasiia V.Star Sitter
“This was our first time using Rover. Dotti has only been with us a few months and I needed to find someone to watch her while we went away to a wedding. She presents herself very well. Quiet, sweet and understanding. DOTTI loved her. I would use her services again.”
Tawan M.Star Sitter
“She was so sweet and took very good care of our animals. We had a bit of a last minute request, I’m so glad she was willing to help! We came home to a tidy home and happy pets!”
Martha G.
“Very good communication and photos of my dog were great. House was clean and the same as I remember it. Galway bonded with her right away when we met. Highly recommend her for your needs!”
Caleb G.Star Sitter
“We have a 14.5 year old Australian Shepherd who is grumpy and quirky and not very cooperative. Caleb did a great job navigating her idiosyncrasies and keeping her happy and comfortable while we were away. He did a great job following instructions and communicating and he left our home and pup in perfect condition. We highly recommend Caleb.”
Rachel E.
“Fantastic job taking care of my Marley while out of town. We received frequent updates and pictures. Marley was well cared for, our home was left spotless. I will plan to use Rachel again when needed.”
Jessica L.Star Sitter
“She was fantastic with our dog, Juno. I got several updates throughout our trip away and she was exceptionally communicative. 10/10 would recommend!”
Taj B.
“Taj is amazing! She took great care of our dog Hank & our home while we were away. Excellent communication & timely updates. Highly recommend. We will definitely hire again.”
Laurel S.
“Laurel did an excellent job taking care of my home and cat while I was away. She kept me updated and left the space very clean. I would definitely book her again!”
Gabrielle S.
“We couldn't be happier with the job Gabrielle did watching our home, dogs, and chickens. She sent us regular photos of our dogs and asked questions whenever she needed information. We came home to happy dogs and a clean house. Thanks Gabrielle!”
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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 Newport on Rover as of Aug 2025 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 Aug 2025, there are 7,059 house sitters in Newport. 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 Newport house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Newport have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Newport.
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. Newport 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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