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“We were nervous about leaving our babies with someone new, especially our 15 year old but we needn’t have been. Abbigail communicated with us, sent photos and even let our younger one sleep with her as she does with us. Would highly recommended her for in home pet sitting!”


“Jason did a great job with my dog while taking care of her in my home. She’s like a happy pup when I got home and Jason was phenomenal with communication and sending updates. I would recommend and use Jason again.”


“Kyle is very nice and our dogs loved him. It was overcast and about to rain the day we came back and Kyle remembered my older dogs thunder shirt. Quick response on text and great videos and pictures.”


“Absolutely life saver for our dog. He has separation anxiety when we leave our home so we hired Dylan to come twice a day to spend time with him! He definitely went above and beyond. Spent so much time with him amd sent so many pictures updates. Will 100% use his services when we travel again.”



“Stacy was a wonderful sitter to our dog letting us enjoy a weekend out of town with no worries! Plenty of check ins and made us feel super comfortable. I recommend to all!”



About: Hi I'm Melissa and I am a 46 mother and homemaker. I am here to make your time away from your pet worry free and accommodate your pet care and/or house sitting needs while you are away. I have plenty of experience over my lifetime and even worked at a veterinary clinic with an assortment of different animals. I have a two month old puppy named Max and he loves other animals. I can provide plenty of references to ease your mind and have a very flexible schedule. I'd be happy to help you through the holidays or any other time of the year you could use an extra hand . Please feel free to contact me at your convenience and I look forward to meeting you and your pets. Thanks for looking and have a great day. I work from home and homeschool my 7 year old, I focus focus on Max's training throughout the day because this is a crucial time in his life where he needs to learn so many things. I make sure my days stay as flexible as they can be so we all get through them as a team and are still laughing at the end of it. With that being said as I am available to board a senior dog or special needs dog but I wouldn't prefer to have one at doggy day care on a regular basis until Max is older and has more training. I have a huge fenced in yard and lots of toys to play with. Max loves it out there and we have a little pool and a doggy house.

About: I've cared for pets of all kinds since l was 10. My experience includes training puppies, caring for senior dogs, administering medication, and providing personalized love and attention. My open availability makes it easy to accommodate your needs. I provide boarding, day walk-ins, and visit-ins to ensure your pet gets the care they deserve. I have a safe, welcoming environment for pets including pet lobby. I prioritize their comfort and safety and tailor my care to each pet's needs.

“Nicole is wonderful to work with! The moment she met Roger (Great Pyrenees), he was comfortable with her. I appreciate how she sends photos of him throughout the day. We trust her and already have another overnight stay planned!”


About: Calm, relaxing, loving home for your pet! I work from home so am here almost all day and night. Safe and cared for while you’re gone. I have a huge fenced in yard, and additional acres to walk your dog leashed if you’d like me too. It’s quiet here. Your pet will be comfortable in his own space near me. We have no cats living here at this time but they are always welcomed! I will follow whatever walking, and eating instructions that you set for your pet, to keep their schedules as normal as possible to help relieve the stress of being away. Our home is their home! I’m fully insured and able to handle any needs your pet has! I was a certified medical assistant and phlebotomist (blood draws) so healthcare is in my background also. I am self employed and will be home with your pet. Your pet will be well supervised and treated as a part of the family. My home is private, quiet and safe. It is large and has a nice big fenced yard that I will walk your pet in. I will walk your dog every 2 hours and will not let your pet go outside without me. I have two dogs, Latte, a 40lb retriever mix that was a rescue, and is very sweet, but timid around people she doesn’t know, and Gracie Mae, Golden Retriever, that is 6 months old, 50 lbs, and learning to be a gentle not wild sister to Latte! I always safely separate dogs from different families.

About: Hi, my name is Michelle and I am a licensed veterinary technician, experienced dog trainer and dog breeder so I am very familiar with many different types of animals. I am offering services that include pet sitting, dog training, and dog walking. I will treat your pets as my own with loving care. On my free time from my own in-home zoo, I am able to care for your pets with any daily tasks that are required. I’d love to care for your family pets as part of my routine. I’ve worked in the veterinary field as a licensed veterinary technician and have cared for animals since I was able to take my first steps. I can provide you with the safety and dependability that is necessary in the care of your family pets.

About: I grew up my whole life with dogs. I know how to train dogs to the owner's/parent's preference. I only use positive reinforcement to lead and train dogs. If you show a dog love they will give you twice the love back. I have 5 open bedrooms and 2 living rooms for dogs to roam. I also have a backyard and tons of areas to walk. A little about me, I am the youngest person ever to receive the President's Lifetime Achievement Award from Barack Obama for my volunteer service work at age 33. There are not dumb or mean dogs, the dogs just need to be in the proper environment and be shown leadership while always be positive. I am available anytime, my schedule is very flexible. I am flexible and work from home. I am always around the take care of the dogs. I can do early to late at night. I make sure dogs are always on leash and safe. I care for the dogs as if they were my own so I am always careful.

“Destiny has been just fantastic. I needed a house sitter to watch over my 10 week old puppy as I could not travel with her. After a meet & greet that went extremely well, Destiny agreed to house sit for the three consecutive days. I could not be happier. Destiny took fantastic care of my puppy, taking her outside for potty breaks as needed, day or night. The regular updates with photos, videos and messages were reassuring and calming for me. Destiny also was so respectful of the house and left it as nice as when she first got here. I could not have been happier with a house sitter for my puppy. Thank you! I know my puppy misses her!”


About: I'm very good at training dogs. I have a lot of patience with dogs. I talk dog. Dogs like me and I like them. I like walking dogs as my exercise. I have had and trained many dogs since I was twenty. I care about your dog as much as you. I have two dogs and one of the most important things when I travel is who will take care of my dogs. I want someone who loves them as much as I do and that's what will happen with your dog when it stays with me, lots of love and attention. I feed them on regular schedules and take them for walks on a regular schedule also. I will make sure that they have played, peed, pooped and have plenty of water. I’m available for time to watch dogs. I just moved to the area and I’m working at home and if that changes I’ll let you know but for the most part I can watch dogs 24 seven I don’t have dogs right now, so I do Rover to get my dog to fix. Any size dog is fine I have 8 acres for them to play and if you have a water dog I have a low creek to play in

About: Animal lover and aviation enthusiast, I’m on a leave of absence with my job with plenty of flexibility in my schedule. I grew up in a household with many pets, and from there my love for animals flourished. I’ve cared for dogs, cats, amphibians, and farm life. I’m a dog mom to my chihuahua Dexter, who I take on my traveling adventures when time permits. Communication, timeliness, and reliability are very important to me. Let’s chat! My schedule varies with the airlines, so just shoot me a message and let’s see where our schedules align. Always happy to move my schedule around. It’s important to find someone you can trust to take care of your loved ones and fur babies. I garuntee to treat your pets as I do my own— spoiled and safe 💕

“She is absolutely amazing!! She took amazing care of our dog and sent tons of pictures to us. She’s the best!!”


“Alexis did a great job taking care of our furry kids. The dogs all enjoyed her company while we were gone.”


“Kylie is a lifesaver! We had to go out of town unexpectedly and she really came through for us. It's always such a peace of mind when Kylie is taking care of Salem. He even lets her pet him, which is pretty rare with our grumpy cat. 😆 Thank you again, Kylie!”


About: I absolutely love animals! I have 2 dogs of my own and would love to help you with your babies! I have been employed at a dog daycare for over a year now. Most of my job responsibilities are to properly feed, bathe, and clean up after the dogs. I have also been trained to recognize warning signs in dogs behavior such as specific body language! I currently am home from college for the summer. I work a separate job but will update my availability each week with my schedule. My shifts do not take up the entire day so I still have plenty of free time. I will take instructions from you that can cater to your pets needs. I love animals and will ensure they are safe, happy, and taken care of. I have plenty of experience and love for dogs💗

About: I have been dog/cat sitting since I was 11 and its held a place in my heart since. Walking my dog is my absolute favorite past time. Seeing happy animals makes me happy. I bond with every animal that I meet and I hope to meet so many more :) I currently work full time at a sandwich shop and part time and Ace Hardware. I do work a lot, however my real passion is caring for animals. I always make time for my pets, as I would do for yours. I live in a quiet neighborhood, where I go on plenty of walks everyday. I live with my mother who has a 7 month old husky-mix puppy and 3 cats, I have a 2 year old beagle-mix puppy, who is incredibly loving. I can easily crate your dog if needed.

About: Friend to all animals.✨ I have walked and dog-sat two pitbulls (ages: 2 and six months) on a weekly basis since the fall of 2022. My additional clients include mutts, a pug, a belgian shepherd, dobermans, and more, ages ranging 10 weeks - five years. I have stuck with some clients for over a year until their schedules changed or they moved, and with some dogs on a temporary basis. I am intent on working with the owners to adapt to their training methods for their fur-babies and enforcing those gently. Walks are enjoyable for both the dogs and me: I keep it lax and adapt to what they want in that moment. I’ve taken care of dogs, cats and fur-babies alike since I was 15, when I would dog-sit and walk for family friends. I’ve had varying dog sitting and cat sitting gigs (both day visits and overnights) since then, some of which included overnight stays. Pet care is great supplemental time with pets and additional income while I full work remotely. I am flexible to work with clients on their schedules/their adorable pets schedules. I am also available some nights and weekends. My top priority besides providing love, fun and stimulation to your pets is their safety: both for their sake and my own. Making sure that we discuss your yard set up especially your fencing, and indoor set up (do you have animal gates/baby gates set up, areas they’re not permitted in), etc. Communication is key and I would love to know what works for your animal: what boundaries are set and what they’re comfortable with.
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1. Abbigail B.

“We were nervous about leaving our babies with someone new, especially our 15 year old but we needn’t have been. Abbigail communicated with us, sent photos and even let our younger one sleep with her as she does with us. Would highly recommended her for in home pet sitting!”


2. Jason J.

“Jason did a great job with my dog while taking care of her in my home. She’s like a happy pup when I got home and Jason was phenomenal with communication and sending updates. I would recommend and use Jason again.”


3. Kyle L.

“Kyle is very nice and our dogs loved him. It was overcast and about to rain the day we came back and Kyle remembered my older dogs thunder shirt. Quick response on text and great videos and pictures.”


4. Dylan A.

“Absolutely life saver for our dog. He has separation anxiety when we leave our home so we hired Dylan to come twice a day to spend time with him! He definitely went above and beyond. Spent so much time with him amd sent so many pictures updates. Will 100% use his services when we travel again.”




5. Stacy A.

“Stacy was a wonderful sitter to our dog letting us enjoy a weekend out of town with no worries! Plenty of check ins and made us feel super comfortable. I recommend to all!”




6. Melissa M.
About: Hi I'm Melissa and I am a 46 mother and homemaker. I am here to make your time away from your pet worry free and accommodate your pet care and/or house sitting needs while you are away. I have plenty of experience over my lifetime and even worked at a veterinary clinic with an assortment of different animals. I have a two month old puppy named Max and he loves other animals. I can provide plenty of references to ease your mind and have a very flexible schedule. I'd be happy to help you through the holidays or any other time of the year you could use an extra hand . Please feel free to contact me at your convenience and I look forward to meeting you and your pets. Thanks for looking and have a great day. I work from home and homeschool my 7 year old, I focus focus on Max's training throughout the day because this is a crucial time in his life where he needs to learn so many things. I make sure my days stay as flexible as they can be so we all get through them as a team and are still laughing at the end of it. With that being said as I am available to board a senior dog or special needs dog but I wouldn't prefer to have one at doggy day care on a regular basis until Max is older and has more training. I have a huge fenced in yard and lots of toys to play with. Max loves it out there and we have a little pool and a doggy house.


7. Sibrunson R.
About: I've cared for pets of all kinds since l was 10. My experience includes training puppies, caring for senior dogs, administering medication, and providing personalized love and attention. My open availability makes it easy to accommodate your needs. I provide boarding, day walk-ins, and visit-ins to ensure your pet gets the care they deserve. I have a safe, welcoming environment for pets including pet lobby. I prioritize their comfort and safety and tailor my care to each pet's needs.


8. Nicole S.

“Nicole is wonderful to work with! The moment she met Roger (Great Pyrenees), he was comfortable with her. I appreciate how she sends photos of him throughout the day. We trust her and already have another overnight stay planned!”


9. Lorinda M.
About: Calm, relaxing, loving home for your pet! I work from home so am here almost all day and night. Safe and cared for while you’re gone. I have a huge fenced in yard, and additional acres to walk your dog leashed if you’d like me too. It’s quiet here. Your pet will be comfortable in his own space near me. We have no cats living here at this time but they are always welcomed! I will follow whatever walking, and eating instructions that you set for your pet, to keep their schedules as normal as possible to help relieve the stress of being away. Our home is their home! I’m fully insured and able to handle any needs your pet has! I was a certified medical assistant and phlebotomist (blood draws) so healthcare is in my background also. I am self employed and will be home with your pet. Your pet will be well supervised and treated as a part of the family. My home is private, quiet and safe. It is large and has a nice big fenced yard that I will walk your pet in. I will walk your dog every 2 hours and will not let your pet go outside without me. I have two dogs, Latte, a 40lb retriever mix that was a rescue, and is very sweet, but timid around people she doesn’t know, and Gracie Mae, Golden Retriever, that is 6 months old, 50 lbs, and learning to be a gentle not wild sister to Latte! I always safely separate dogs from different families.


10. Michelle M.
“Michelle took amazing care of our pets — Marlo, Mika, Gaia, and Mila — while we were away. She provided walking, feeding, and overnight care, and we couldn’t have asked for a more professional and attentive caregiver. From the start, Michelle was communicative and informative, keeping us updated and ensuring we felt confident that our pets were in good hands. Her calm and friendly demeanor made it clear she genuinely cared about our animals’ well-being. We came home to happy pets and a tidy home. We’re so grateful for her help and would highly recommend Michelle to anyone looking for reliable, compassionate pet care.”


11. Steve P.

“Steve becomes best friends with any dog within a couple minutes. He knows how to train dogs quickly with positive reinforcement. Very friendly and kind person.”


12. Destiny B.

“Destiny has been just fantastic. I needed a house sitter to watch over my 10 week old puppy as I could not travel with her. After a meet & greet that went extremely well, Destiny agreed to house sit for the three consecutive days. I could not be happier. Destiny took fantastic care of my puppy, taking her outside for potty breaks as needed, day or night. The regular updates with photos, videos and messages were reassuring and calming for me. Destiny also was so respectful of the house and left it as nice as when she first got here. I could not have been happier with a house sitter for my puppy. Thank you! I know my puppy misses her!”


13. Francine G.
“I’ve known Francine for about five years and in all that time I don’t think I’ve ever seen her pass a dog without stopping to say hello to it. She truly seems to enjoy interacting with them. As far as her own pups go, I think they know more tricks than a circus dog. It’s takes patience and love to train a dog as well as hers are. I would never hesitate to leave my little friends with her.”


14. Mary Katherine A.
“MK took such great care of my fur babies! She is so great with animals and an excellent communicator. Super knowledgeable with animal behaviors and a lovely person to know. Thanks MK for the last minute request to watch my dogs and for all of the text and picture updates. 10/10 would recommend :)”


15. Junga K.

“She is absolutely amazing!! She took amazing care of our dog and sent tons of pictures to us. She’s the best!!”


16. Alexis C.

“Alexis did a great job taking care of our furry kids. The dogs all enjoyed her company while we were gone.”


17. Kylie R.

“Kylie is a lifesaver! We had to go out of town unexpectedly and she really came through for us. It's always such a peace of mind when Kylie is taking care of Salem. He even lets her pet him, which is pretty rare with our grumpy cat. 😆 Thank you again, Kylie!”


18. Lexi F.
About: I absolutely love animals! I have 2 dogs of my own and would love to help you with your babies! I have been employed at a dog daycare for over a year now. Most of my job responsibilities are to properly feed, bathe, and clean up after the dogs. I have also been trained to recognize warning signs in dogs behavior such as specific body language! I currently am home from college for the summer. I work a separate job but will update my availability each week with my schedule. My shifts do not take up the entire day so I still have plenty of free time. I will take instructions from you that can cater to your pets needs. I love animals and will ensure they are safe, happy, and taken care of. I have plenty of experience and love for dogs💗


19. Faith B.
“Faith would be a trusting, caring pet caregiver. She has a big heart for animals and has pet sit many furbabies while people have gone away on vacations. She has also helped neighbors and and people throughout town while they worked, like walking their dogs and making sure lizards and fish were fed and ok. She is trustworthy, dependable, flexible and has alot of energy. She would be a great sitter and companion for your fur babies, and ones with other than fur.”


20. Alexa T.

“Alexa has watched my black lab Ani twice, and will be my go-too pup sitter from now on. She took great care of my fur baby. She was very active with the dog, taking on walks, communicated very well, and sent lots of pics. My pup even whimpered when she left! Would highly recommend her to watch your pets.”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Oneonta on Rover as of Jun 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 Jun 2025, there are 27 house sitters in Oneonta. 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, 82% of Oneonta house sitters 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 Oneonta.
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. Oneonta 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
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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.
