House Sitting in Original Gillespie Park, Sarasota, FL
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1. Kimberly Q.

“Kimberly was fantastic! House looked great and Jolie was happy and healthy and chilling when we got home. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was well taken care of and provided peace of mind our entire time away. Sent lots of pics and updates and I just can’t say enough good things about her. 10/10 amazing.”




2. Jamie F.


“This was our first time using Rover and I was really nervous. Jamie is very kind hearted and our two fur babies enjoyed their time with her. One of our pups usually does not immediately take to people and she went right over to Jamie and visited with her a couple of times during our meet and greet prior to hiring Jamie. Jamie was fine with the instructions we left for feeding, walking, and how to make our fur family feel less stressed by keeping their routine. We already have Jamie scheduled for two more trips we have coming up. Thanks for your help Jamie. ☺️”


3. Sam S.

“Having Sam as an in-home sitter for our 15-year-old special needs Cocker Spaniel and two active playful Cocker Spaniels was a blessing. Dolly, Carl and Millie are all rescue dogs with issues. Dolly is deaf, has blinding cataracts and chronic pain. Carl has itchy skin and Millie just wants to play all the time! To find a sitter with ability to give proper care, which included giving Dolly and Carl medications, was a must. With Sam's ability to understand their needs and carefully follow detailed instructions was tremendous! Sam welcomed the challenge with no hesitation. We are planning to have her to take care of our threesome again soon. Thanks Sam!”


4. Kathy B.

“Kathy did a fantastic job with my dog Kylie. Kylie is almost 13 and takes lots of pills for heart issues, etc. so she needs to pee all the time. Kathy was on top of it. Many times outside to let Kylie do her thing. She stayed overnight at my house so Kylie was not alone. Kylie and the house were perfect when we returned. I would totally use Kathy again, and recommend her for others. Thank you Kathy.”


5. Katie B.


“Katie is a treasure! She and Chester were inseparable and had a fun weekend together. My house was meticulously cared for and my dog was sad when she had to leave. Totally recommend”


6. SANDRA R.

“Sandra was such a breath of fresh air! As soon as we met and our meet n greet session I knew Brewey was going to be in fantastic hands! She is so attentive, passionate, and kind. She went above and beyond with my pup! She left the apartment spotless Andy dog very happy! I will certainly book again! Thank you Sandra!”


7. Jessica K.

“Jessica was terrific. Our dog is scared of people and takes time to warm up to new people. Jessica handled it perfectly. We would definitely request her again.”


8. Ruth S.

“Ruth was amazing with our dog and cat. She was prompt and very communicative throughout the visit. Our dog required eye drops and medicine and she was able to administer them with no issues. She also cleaned up after the pets and ensured our sheets were clean and ready for us when we came back home on a late flight. Lastly, she even coaxed our very shy cat out from hiding! We appreciate her professionalism and taking such great care of our pets!”


9. Abby S.

“Abby was great! She took care of Bella wonderfully and gave me regular updates! Very thankful!”


10. Katherine A.

“Katherine treats your pup like her own, our Finley loved his long weekend with her! If you need an in house sitter Katherine is your girl!!”


11. Tamara H.
“Tamara is a loving, caring, dog enthusiast! She volunteers at animal rescues, fosters animals - all while having 3 dogs of her own! Any dog would be so lucky to have Tamara take care of them!”


12. Erin F.


“Erin is great with our little Daisy and she definitely left the house in tip top shape (better than it was left). We will continue to be a repeat customer. Thank you, Erin.”


13. Isabelle G.
“Isabelle dog sat for our dog while we were out of the country. Our pup loved her. Seems feelings were mutual. I’d recommend her anytime.”


14. alexis m.

“Alexis was a fantastic house sitter. She was very communicative, responsive, and responsible. And my cat Bello loved her! Highly recommended!!”




15. Kimberly G.

“I lucked out finding Kim at the last minute. She was able to take care of the dog with a two day notice which was amazing. She kept me updated throughout the stay and even left me a note at the end that wrapped everything up so that I didn’t have any questions about how it went. I would most certainly recommend her but also book her again myself. I’ll already Recommended her to neighbors and friends.”


16. Jaryn S.
“Jaryn has taken care of my one to three cats for the past 10 years. She has always been available whether for a single day or up to over a week. Jaryn has had no issues giving different foods to the various cats and has been giving daily oral medication to one of them for more than five years. She often sends me photos of my babies when I’m out of town and I trust her with my home. I definitely recommend Jaryn for your pet care!”


17. Danielle K.

“Usually I travel with my German Shepard and Doxie but this past Christmas break I knew I wanted to travel without them but I was skeptical about leaving them with anyone else. I reached out to many people on Rover but after meeting Danielle I felt comfortable making the decision to having her stay at our home to house sit and watch both dogs. Needless to say, she did not disappoint. I received many updates and pics that let me actually enjoy my vacation instead of worrying or feeling guilty. I would highly recommend Danielle!”


18. Klency P.
“I have previously entrusted Klency’s services to care for both of my bulldogs, who require specialized attention due to their breed. She was consistently punctual in administering their medications and remained highly responsive, providing frequent updates throughout the day, including photos and messages. Her attentiveness and professionalism gave me peace of mind, making my work trips significantly less stressful, knowing my pets were in capable hands. Additionally, my dogs were always excited to see her, which reassured me that they had a positive and comfortable experience under her care. I’m happy to recommend Klency to Rover ensuring she is a trustworthy person and true animal lover.”




19. Nicole L.

“Nicole was amazing! She cared for our two doxies overnight and have them the best experience! She was on time, communicative and planned a lot of fun activities for the girls. 100% will book her again!”


20. Marissa J.
“Marissa has the dog's spirit! Curious, gentle, fun and kind. In less than 1 hour my grumpy old dog was ready to be her best friend. And for me, Marissa was punctual, mindful and respectful. Definitely endorse.”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Original Gillespie Park on Rover as of Jul 2024 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 Jul 2024, there are 834 house sitters in Original Gillespie Park. 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, 91% of Original Gillespie Park house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Original Gillespie Park have an average of 18 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 Original Gillespie Park.
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. Original Gillespie Park 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.
