House Sitting in Northeast Ithaca
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Top rated Northeast Ithaca house sitters
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“Daniel watched our 3-yr old dog while we were away, and he did a fantastic job. He was great at communicating leading up to our vacation (confirming details) and sent us detailed daily updates while we were away! I felt really confident that our dog was well cared for! We will definitely ask Daniel to watch our dog again.”
“Claudia took great care of our dog and our home while we were away. Skyler got the exercise she needed. Claudia is super reliable and communicated with us each day. Thank you, Claudia!”
“Sarah did a fantastic job with our excitable pittie girl. She sent great pictures that showed how comfortable our dog felt with her and all the fun they had together. I'm almost as excited as Zazu is that she has found a new best friend in Sarah.”
“Daniela was a the best dogsitter ever! She took such good care of our two pups, and gave them lots of attention, affection and twice-daily walks and exercise. She kept us updated with daily photos - it was so nice to see that our dogs were happy and having fun with her. Daniela also took excellent care of our house, and it was very clean when we returned home. I highly recommend Daniela for taking care of your pets and home. She is a very kind and responsible person, and we look forward to having her take care of our dogs and house for any of our future trips!”
About: I grew up with cats but have gotten lots of puppy-love taking care of the pups of neighbors, family and friends! I am patient and take the time to meet dogs where they're at, whether that's running around the lawn or lazy belly rubs on the floor. I believe in respecting pups and kitties alike, and am always careful to watch body language and learn their boundaries so that we both have the best experience possible. I have chronic pain that can flare up without warning; I am receiving treatment that has made those flare-ups much rarer, so there should be no issues when it comes to caring for your furry friend, but if there ever is a hiccup I will communicate promptly and clearly. When taking care of any pet I like to write down any and all notes on the pets' care routine and preferred habits in the home so I can make sure they are comfortable as possible while their normal humans are out and about.
About: Hi, I’m Camilla and I’m Dog and cat mom! I love taking long walks or just spending time with your fur babies! Volunteer with ASPCA and Wildlife rehab center. I am an Environmental Biology, nature and animal loving Senior at Cornell, and I’m spending my summer in Ithaca! I love going on walk and spending time with pets, I will work with your schedule! Constant watch on the pet, even if they are well behaved. I love sending and taking photos to give to the owners so they can see how happy their pet is!
“Claudia housesat for our two Great Pyrenees mixes while we were out of town at a wedding. She was phenomenal. Our oldest, Basil, has some resource guarding with food and can be generally anxious. Claudia followed our guidelines to a T and we came back to a very happy couple of pups. The house was so clean and she was super communicative. We would definitely hire her again!”
About: I’ve taken care of all different kinds of pets from one hundred pound dogs to chinchillas and reptiles. I was lucky enough to grow up in a neighborhood with lots of animals and found great joy in taking care of them. As a kid I volunteered at my local shelter and saw first hand how each animal has a different story. Above all I love pets and understand what your pet means to you. I am college student with a flexible schedule. I am available weekends and weekdays and can work with you and your schedule to make sure your pet gets the care they need. I prioritize quality walks and play time. I care about your pets well being and understand that meaningful one on one attention helps them feel safe and happy. I make an effort to be fully present during our time together, creating a calm and intimate experience tailored to each pet’s needs.
“Rachel provided truly excellent care to both my dog and cat while I was away. I felt very safe leaving my pets in her care, and she took great care of my apartment as well! Even with travel delays on the way home Rachel went above and beyond and was able to stay an extra night when I couldn't get back, and that gave me such peace of mind to know that my animals were safe and happy. She was very communicative and sent me wonderful updates every day! I can't recommend Rachel enough! ❣️”
“Karina was amazing. Our dogs loved her and she took excellent care of them. We have 4 dogs and three of them are older, knowing she is also a vet tech gave us even more peace of mind. We will absolutely hire her again!”
“Chris took good care of Coco, following our directions and’s her routine. He also left the house in good order. Coco was well and happy when we returned. What more could we ask for?!”
About: I have always lived with pets! :) I grew up with dogs Ella and Koikkie when I was little, and loved walking and playing with them. In college I couldn't have a dog, but I did get my first cat, Oliver. He was more or less feral when we found him but with lots of love and food, he became a lap cat with a happy home on a farm. Two years ago I moved to Ithaca, and have two 3-year old Siberian cats, Nadja and Moose. They need a lot of exercise and play which includes taking them out on leashes to walk around the block. I also frequently cat sit for my friends who have a mix of young and old cats. I'm currently working part-time 5 days a week. I am available for weekend pet-sitting and short visits during the week. I work until 3pm on weekdays, and am available at most times on the weekend. I am more than happy to stay in your home with your pet, and would love to give them treats and attention. I love spending time with pets and can send you daily photos at their cutest moments :)
About: I am a true animal lover!I have a genuine passion for all animals, and I truly believe they deserve love and respect, especially when their families are away. I currently volunteer at the Ithaca SPCA, where I walk dogs every Sunday. This experience has not only deepened my love for animals but has also taught me the importance of providing each pet with individual attention and care. I understand that every animal has its own personality and needs, and I strive to cater to those while ensuring they feel safe and loved. When you choose me as your animal sitter, you can rest assured that I will treat your pets as if they were my own. I will provide them with the same respect, love, and attention they are used to, so they can feel comfortable and happy while you’re away. I work from home and am able to take time for daily check ins and have weekend availability as well. Taking care of animals truly brings me so much joy and I am beyond happy to make the time that is necessary to take care of your sweet pets. I currently have no pets living in my home, but have a few feline friends that frequent my apartment. I know that a pet is as important as a family member and holds such a special place in the lives of it's owner. I make sure to provide all necessary attention, love and nurturing to a pet when needed.
“Cris helped us again, twice over the course of three weeks, in June 2024. He’s our go-to sitter and we’ve been so happy that Cris has been available. Charlie is excited and comfortable when Cris stays and we have peace of mind when Cris houses sits. We always enjoy the photo updates. We are so grateful to have found Cris”
“Graeme was awesome! Bubba was well cared for, our house was clean when he left. His communication was excellent and we felt very comfortable leaving our dog and house in his care. We will definitely be using him again!”
“Linnea was great! Availability, communication and paid attention to details (meds/food). She stayed to take care of our two 50 lb dogs for a couple nights and we would book with her again.”
About: I grew up in a household full of animals and have been pet sitting for neighbors for as long as I have been old enough. I've had dogs, guinea pigs, a rabbit, chickens and numerous other small creatures who I have loved over the years. My profile picture is of my parent's golden doodle! I am currently a physical therapy student at Ithaca College who is spending the summer here in Ithaca and looking to dog walk/sit or pet sit! I am not planning on doing any boarding of animals because of my household's allergies but I am available for house sitting, drop-in visits and walking!
Northeast Ithaca pet parents share their Rover experiences
Daniela was proactive in her care for our pups, thinking of things (like how they'd do in a thunderstorm) that we hadn't thought of mentioning. She also left the house in better shape than she found it, so we had the pleasure of coming home to happy, relaxed pups in a clean house.
We were all so happy that YoungEun was available for another sit with Roscoe and Midge. She is awesome -- thoughtful, trustworthy, and takes such good care with the dogs and the house. My dogs love their walks, and I know when YoungEun is here, they will get the interesting, longer walks they enjoy. With water breaks and great photos! I highly and unreservedly recommend YoungEun.
Riya did an excellent job caring for our 2 year old toy poodle while we are out on vacation as a house sitter. She fed him, walked him and made sure to send us a daily update with pictures on his activities - giving us the peace of mind he was safe and cared for while we were away from our little boy. We will be sure to use Riya’s services again the next time we need to travel and need someone to watch Wilkie at home.
Rachel recently just spent 3 nights with my 3 pups. One of my dogs is a 16 year old Puggle and is deaf and mostly blind. She was wonderful in making sure she knew his medications and his special quirks. Although he still runs around and is very active for 16, she went above and beyond giving him special care. My 8 year old Corgi and 10 year old Beagle mix also appeared very content and happy when we got home. She asked lots of questions at the initial meet and greet and also was quick to notify us about a small piece of dry skin on one of our pups noses that appeared to have bled a little. Although nothing worrisome, I appreciated her concern and attention. She sent me several daily pictures and gave the dogs lots of outdoor and playtime. I would highly recommend Rachel and would easily call on her again.
Our pugs were so happy with Sarah! She stayed at our house with them for three days and everything was in perfect order when we returned. Sarah communicated regularly and sent us photos. We felt totally comfortable with our dogs in her care. We - and they! - hope she can come back again soon.
Claudia was a wonderful pet sitter! From the moment we met her, it was clear she was a lover of animals and she would take wonderful care of our dog Pepper while we were out. She left the house in spic and span, was always in communication during our trip or if she had any questions, and shared lots of pics throughout. Would hire again in a heartbeat.
Emma did a great job! Our 2-yr. old Newfie loved her from the moment he set eyes on her. She was very communicative, sending regular updates on how things were going and being responsive and flexible as we handled some travel delays on our way back. We would definiely use her again.
Maddy was wonderful with Reesi! She took such great care of our dog and showed her so much love. I couldn’t have been happier when I returned from a long weekend away. Maddy’s communication was excellent and gave me peace of mind the entire time. I will definitely use Maddy again and will happily recommend her to our friends.
Claudia is the absolute best! She really gets our dog and you can tell how much she loves and cares for her. She’s a great house sitter too and we really appreciated her putting up with and letting us know about some house issues that arose while we were away. Our dog never seems stressed and clearly enjoys her company. She’s also hardcore walking her in even the gross weather!
Rachel has been absolutely fabulous caring for our dogs. She provided communication every step of the way and made our dogs so comfortable. We are so appreciative for her care and can't wait to work with her again ☺️ the boys adore you! We are so grateful and cannot recommend Rachel enough!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Northeast Ithaca.
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. Northeast Ithaca 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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