House Sitting in Ortega Hills, Jacksonville, FL
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“I was really happy with Robyn And Steven. Very nice people. Raven enjoyed their company. I left the house for a couple of days. I got pictures for updates. I got text as updates. Everything went well. I returned and everything was just as I left it. what more could we ask for?”
“Sarah was great with our pups!!! One of them had to have a cone for a few days and she handled him with care. She stayed the night at our house and lived on our 2 dogs just like we would. I highly recommend Sarah for watching our dogs again!”
“Jennifer watched our three pets for almost two weeks and did a wonderful job! She slept at our house, took the dogs on walks, and sent pictures all the time. We will definitely be utilizing her services in the future :)”
“Cassandra did a nice job of sharing photos along the way and looks like Dexter warmed up to her! Dexter can be finicky and Cassandra had a break through;) The dogs were very happy when we got home and all is good. Will definitely use Cassandra again.”
“Stephanie was AMAZING! She was very proactive in setting up a meet and greet beforehand and asked questions that helped us get to know her. She kept us updated the whole time on how he was and sent photos and pictures to us. She even filmed our pup opening his Christmas gift since we were away for the holiday. Went we came back our house was just as we left it and clean. She even put our recycling and trash at the curb for us. She also left a note and cute little chalkboard for when we got home. We will definitely be using her again!”
“Great job - as always. Loved the pix. Knowing you were watching over the pups - and that they were relaxed and comfortable at home - made it so much easier to focus on getting through everything else. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!”
“We loved Heidi! She arrives on time and was so good with our boys. We never had to worry about the dogs at all and she was so kind and very thoughtful of our home. Will be using again!”
“Sophie was amazing. She was attentive to all the details- sent photos daily of our fuzzy friends. Sophie is punctual, great communicator and outstanding pet sitter. I would give her 5 out of 5 in every way. Plan to use Sophie for all of our animal care needs!! Thank you so much!”
“Katie is a wonderful house sitter and does a great job comforting our dog Molly. You can rest assured that your pets and household will be in good hands with Katie while you are away.”
“Emily is not just an amazing Rover sitter. In her young personal life she shows exemplary leadership and caring for the greater community. She’s become my go to sitter for my what is my only kids my Great Dane and little kitty.”
“Excellent communication and loves our pups like we would. The girls are never stressed when we come home and I think they like her more than us!”
“Lauren is the best! Our dog likes to be the only dog, and having Lauren stay with her for house sitting is perfect. Lauren is an excellent communicator and takes amazing care of our dog and home 🐶 ❤️.”
“Very happy with Lucinda’s care of Lilly. Sent pictures each day Will definitely be using Lucinda again!”
About: My home is made for dogs. Lots of room to run around inside on rainy days and a large backyard for all day play. A tired dog is a happy dog. Let your fuzzy baby become part of the pack. Have peace of mind your pets will be cared for and treated like family. Being retired I will be home, outside, and playing with them. I have three dogs, Elsa is a Jack Russell and American Staffordshire Terrier, R2 is a Scottish Terrier and Chihuahua, and Benji a small terrier mix. All are filled with energy and enjoy playing with other dogs. They enjoy going to the dog park and swimming. I am sure your pup will enjoy staying with us. They will not be lonely we will make sure. See you soon. Retire veteran at home full time. I don’t leave your fuzzy babies alone. Your welcome to drop them off the night before your trip too. I have a big fence yard. Pet proof cement floor through out the house. Three dogs to keep them company. Toys, music, and videos for them to watch.
About: I’ve been around animals my entire life and genuinely love caring for them like family. What sets me apart is my attention to detail, patience, and ability to quickly build trust with pets of all personalities. I have experience walking energetic dogs, caring for senior pets with medication needs, and creating a calm environment for anxious animals. Whether it's a puppy who needs structure and training or an older dog who needs gentle care, I adapt my approach to meet each pet’s unique needs. You can count on me to provide consistent, loving, and dependable care every time. I’m currently doing pet care full time, which means I have a very flexible schedule and can be available whenever you and your pets need me—whether it’s early morning walks, midday check-ins, or overnight stays. Since this is my main focus, I can give your pets my full attention and provide consistent, reliable care throughout the week. Safety and trust are my top priorities when caring for pets—whether in my home or yours. I always take time to understand each pet’s routine, needs, and personality so I can create a calm, secure environment where they feel comfortable and cared for. In your home, I respect your space and follow your instructions closely, keeping things clean and organized. I make sure pets stay on their usual schedule and provide lots of attention, playtime, and supervision. I also keep you updated with regular messages and photos so you can feel confident and at ease while you're away.
“She was AMAZING! Sent pictures and videos the whole time. Highly recommend Ceteria!”
“Jessica was great with our senior dog. Attentive, checked in with us and took lots of pictures! Jessica is reliable and conscientious. Our house was nice and clean when we arrived. We are totally using her again!”
“Kylie was so sweet with my older dog. She sent many pictures and kept me updated about any questions or even just simple updates! We appreciated her kindness towards our pup! ❤️”
“Took amazing care of all three dogs and tended to their individual needs. Provided great and consistent communication to us while we were away with photos and videos”
“I was very pleased with Paige and her quick response to meeting me and my puppy. She did a great job of watching her and keeping me informed. I will definitely have Paige out to watch and care for my little Poppi again!”
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Robyn & Steven G.Star Sitter
“I was really happy with Robyn And Steven. Very nice people. Raven enjoyed their company. I left the house for a couple of days. I got pictures for updates. I got text as updates. Everything went well. I returned and everything was just as I left it. what more could we ask for?”
Sarah F.
“Sarah was great with our pups!!! One of them had to have a cone for a few days and she handled him with care. She stayed the night at our house and lived on our 2 dogs just like we would. I highly recommend Sarah for watching our dogs again!”
Jennifer F.
“Jennifer watched our three pets for almost two weeks and did a wonderful job! She slept at our house, took the dogs on walks, and sent pictures all the time. We will definitely be utilizing her services in the future :)”
Cassandra G.
“Cassandra did a nice job of sharing photos along the way and looks like Dexter warmed up to her! Dexter can be finicky and Cassandra had a break through;) The dogs were very happy when we got home and all is good. Will definitely use Cassandra again.”
Stephanie C.Star Sitter
“Stephanie was AMAZING! She was very proactive in setting up a meet and greet beforehand and asked questions that helped us get to know her. She kept us updated the whole time on how he was and sent photos and pictures to us. She even filmed our pup opening his Christmas gift since we were away for the holiday. Went we came back our house was just as we left it and clean. She even put our recycling and trash at the curb for us. She also left a note and cute little chalkboard for when we got home. We will definitely be using her again!”
Scott T.
“Great job - as always. Loved the pix. Knowing you were watching over the pups - and that they were relaxed and comfortable at home - made it so much easier to focus on getting through everything else. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!”
Heidi M.Star Sitter
“We loved Heidi! She arrives on time and was so good with our boys. We never had to worry about the dogs at all and she was so kind and very thoughtful of our home. Will be using again!”
Sophie C.
“Sophie was amazing. She was attentive to all the details- sent photos daily of our fuzzy friends. Sophie is punctual, great communicator and outstanding pet sitter. I would give her 5 out of 5 in every way. Plan to use Sophie for all of our animal care needs!! Thank you so much!”
Katie P.
“Katie is a wonderful house sitter and does a great job comforting our dog Molly. You can rest assured that your pets and household will be in good hands with Katie while you are away.”
Emily M.
“Emily is not just an amazing Rover sitter. In her young personal life she shows exemplary leadership and caring for the greater community. She’s become my go to sitter for my what is my only kids my Great Dane and little kitty.”
Stephanie M.
“Excellent communication and loves our pups like we would. The girls are never stressed when we come home and I think they like her more than us!”
Lauren C.
“Lauren is the best! Our dog likes to be the only dog, and having Lauren stay with her for house sitting is perfect. Lauren is an excellent communicator and takes amazing care of our dog and home 🐶 ❤️.”
Lucinda N.
“Very happy with Lucinda’s care of Lilly. Sent pictures each day Will definitely be using Lucinda again!”
Allyson S.Star Sitter
“Allyson is very attentive to her own dogs. She makes sure they get the exercise they need and gives them plenty of love. You can tell they love her by how they follow after her around the house. I think she'd make a good dog sitter.”
Leanna P.
About: I’ve been around animals my entire life and genuinely love caring for them like family. What sets me apart is my attention to detail, patience, and ability to quickly build trust with pets of all personalities. I have experience walking energetic dogs, caring for senior pets with medication needs, and creating a calm environment for anxious animals. Whether it's a puppy who needs structure and training or an older dog who needs gentle care, I adapt my approach to meet each pet’s unique needs. You can count on me to provide consistent, loving, and dependable care every time. I’m currently doing pet care full time, which means I have a very flexible schedule and can be available whenever you and your pets need me—whether it’s early morning walks, midday check-ins, or overnight stays. Since this is my main focus, I can give your pets my full attention and provide consistent, reliable care throughout the week. Safety and trust are my top priorities when caring for pets—whether in my home or yours. I always take time to understand each pet’s routine, needs, and personality so I can create a calm, secure environment where they feel comfortable and cared for. In your home, I respect your space and follow your instructions closely, keeping things clean and organized. I make sure pets stay on their usual schedule and provide lots of attention, playtime, and supervision. I also keep you updated with regular messages and photos so you can feel confident and at ease while you're away.
Ceteria I.
“She was AMAZING! Sent pictures and videos the whole time. Highly recommend Ceteria!”
Jessica K.
“Jessica was great with our senior dog. Attentive, checked in with us and took lots of pictures! Jessica is reliable and conscientious. Our house was nice and clean when we arrived. We are totally using her again!”
Kylie R.
“Kylie was so sweet with my older dog. She sent many pictures and kept me updated about any questions or even just simple updates! We appreciated her kindness towards our pup! ❤️”
Carly A.
“Took amazing care of all three dogs and tended to their individual needs. Provided great and consistent communication to us while we were away with photos and videos”
Paige V.
“I was very pleased with Paige and her quick response to meeting me and my puppy. She did a great job of watching her and keeping me informed. I will definitely have Paige out to watch and care for my little Poppi again!”
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House Sitting FAQs
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Ortega Hills on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $45 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.
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 Ortega Hills.
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. Ortega Hills 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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