House Sitting Palm Desert
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Over 320 pet parents in Palm Desert have booked house sitting
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“This was our first time booking Olga and so glad to have connected. We had a great meet and greet prior to the booking as m pups do have some specific care instructions. Olga was hyper vigilant and confirmed that steps throughout her stay. Lots of great photos and updates and our home was immaculate upon returning home. Will def book again!”
“We could not have found a better house and pet sitter. Rhondee is the best. Our pups instantly fell in love with her and we enjoyed our time away even more knowing Rhondee was providing the best care possible for our pups and our home. ❤️??”
“Lydia is special... should really knew how to make Brody feel comfortable (he has separation anxiety) and calm. She sent tons of pictures showing him relaxing and glad to be in his own home while I was away. She is my go-to Rover sitter!!!”
“Our dogs loved Kimberly from the moment that they met here. She is truly the best sitter for two dogs with way different personalities. She kept in touch with darling photos, and the dogs were sorry to see her leave. Our house was spotless and the bed linens were changed. We are so grateful to be able to leave our four legged family with such a wonderful kind person. We can't thank her enough.”
“Im so happy that we have found Jessica, i was so worried for nothing, Harry loves her didnt want her to go and was looking for her when we got back which is a sign that Harry found a new friend. Thanks so much Jessica and for all the pictures you sent made me feel better knowing Harry was in good hands .”
“Victoria is an outstanding pet caregiver! My tribe of three small rescue dogs--with all of their quirks--had a playful, safe and loving environment during my week of travel. My mind was completely at ease with Victoria's experience, communications, and evident care and concern for animals. I've already re-booked with Victoria and I recommended her wholeheartedly!”
“Rebecca communicated clearly with us throughout the process. Misty fell in love with her! I was worried she’d be crying at the door. Nope, she was asleep on Rebecca’s lap instead. What a relief. We look forward to return visits.”
About: Hello! Tina & Jason here, a couple of lifelong dog lovers who absolutely adore dogs of all sizes, ages, and personalities! I spent two years with the SPCA in Orlando, Florida, caring for furry friends and helping them find their forever homes. We also had a rescue dog of our own and experience with shy, timid, and lovable pets. We’re both kind-hearted, patient, and passionate about animals, and we’ll make sure your fur baby feels safe, loved, and right at home! My partner will be the one handling the walks, making sure your pup gets plenty of exercise, fresh air, and adventure. Together, we make a great team and will treat your fur baby like one of our own. We’re flexible and happy to accommodate your schedule, including last-minute requests. Please reach out to us directly to get your pup taken care of! We can’t wait to meet your four-legged family member. Lots of love, attention, tail wags, and FUN guaranteed! Pet care is a natural part of my daily and weekly routine because I genuinely love spending time with animals. I make sure to plan my days around walks, feeding, playtime, and attention for any pets I’m caring for. I’m very flexible and can adjust my schedule to fit the needs of your furry friend, including morning or evening walks, potty breaks, or extra cuddles. I enjoy creating a consistent routine for pets so they feel comfortable, happy, and loved while you’re away. I have a very old dog named Biscuit. She is definitely my snuggle buddy. At home, Biscuit is allowed to roam anywhere in the house. Your fur baby can do the same!
About: I work part time during the day at an office. I am available to check in on your animals daily in the mornings, afternoons & at night. I have had dogs my whole life, ranging from chihuahua to Great Dane. I currently have 3 cats, who are my world. I work part time throughout the week, leaving plenty of time for me to come check on your pets needs while you’re enjoying your vacation. I will make sure all gates are secured shut, and watch your pets while I let them outside. Always make sure they have water at all times, and anything else instructed, including watering your plants!! ;)
About: Hi, my name is Lily! I’ve grown up around pets my entire life and have lots of experience with dogs as well as with fostering cats. As a recent grad, I have lots of free time that I would love to spend with your pets! I just completed my undergraduate degree with a background in Law, Justice, and Society. As a new grad, I am currently unemployed and have lots of free time. I am very active so I would be happy with long walks, playtime, and keeping up with high-energy dogs. At the same time, i’m attentive and patient with more relaxed or anxious pets. I understand how important it is to trust the person caring for your pet, so I prioritize clear communication, reliability, and making sure your pet feels safe and comfortable. I’m happy to follow any specific routines, feeding schedules, or care instructions that you provide. Whether your pet needs lots of exercise, companionship, or just someone dependable while you’re away, I’d love to help! In clients’ homes I am respectful of your space and maintain your pets normal routine to help them feel comfortable and secure. I am also happy to provide regular updates and photos.
About: There's nothing quite like having a dog in the house! I genuinely enjoy their companionship, their individual personalities, and all the little things that make each one special. When your dog stays with me, they're my only guest. That means plenty of personal attention, affection, and a comfortable place to feel right at home. Because I work from home, your dog will have companionship throughout the day. Whether they love walks, playtime, relaxing on the sofa, or simply being nearby, I'm happy to follow the routine that makes them feel happiest. I understand how important it is to know your dog is in loving hands while you're away. I'll follow their usual feeding, walking, medication, and sleeping routines, and send photos and updates so you can relax and enjoy your time away. My home is clean, peaceful, and welcoming. I've also completed Rover's enhanced background check for your peace of mind. I welcome a meet-and-greet before a first stay so we can get acquainted and make sure your dog feels comfortable. I also offer house sitting for dogs who are happiest in their own familiar surroundings. One dog. One home. Lots of love and attention. SCHEDULE I currently enjoy a fully flexible schedule, making me available whenever you need me most — including last minute requests, weekends, and holidays if I am available. Whether you need recurring visits or spontaneous coverage, I am ready and happy to help. ENVIRONMENT Because your dog is my only boarding guest and I can pay close attention to the small things - its normal routines, appetite, energy, behavior, sleeping preferences and the signals that tell me whether it is completely comfortable and settled. Feeding, walking, medication and other established routines are followed carefully and consistently.
“Susan is a compassionate and responsible house/dog sitter. One of our dogs was sick our first time entrusting her with their care. She did an excellent job and went above and beyond taking care of him and the other two plus our parrot. We won’t hesitate to have Susan care for our pets in the future.”
About: I’ve been a dog lover, owner and house sitter for 12 years. Your home and pets will always have my full attention, love and respect! I consider myself very fortunate to run my own small business and have the flexibility to work from my laptop. Furry friends and warm homes are an ideal environment for me to lightly work, and making sure your pets and home are loved, and safe while you are away. I treat pets and clients homes as if they were my own. Being a bit OCD, I pride myself in my ability to give animals the attention they need, and leaving clients homes in better conditions than I found them in!
“Johnathan saved our vacation! He’s very prompt and great with our pups. We have an older blind dog and a very energetic puppy who took to him right away. Johnathan sends updates and keeps us informed while we are away. Johnathan is a great communicator as well! Very easy going and friendly.”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs for at least 10 years, mostly with having my own. I know they are a big part of our families and how much we love and care for them. I am great with playing and cuddling and walking and absolutely love it. I currently work from home and so I have plenty of time to schedule dog walks, care and dog sits according to what is needed. I have a large green belt, that is very private. It is not fenced, but I have the ability to take the dogs out as much as needed. I also live in a very nice area where I have many trails and beautiful areas to walk.
About: I've been a pet owner my entire life. From being raised on a dairy farm, to owning a small hobby farm, dogs, cats, chickens, goats, and horses have all been a huge part of my life. Transitioning to a "snowbird," lifestyle, I have more time to spend loving on my own Frenchies and other people's pets as well! I have a lot of experience with dogs that need special attention to diet, allergies, specific schedules etc. Would love to meet you and care for your animals treating them as if they were my own! I'm retired and have a flexible schedule. I'm active with several hobbies but also available most days unless otherwise noted. I exercise a lot so love to walk and play with pets as much as possible. I prefer to care for pets in your own home, keeping it simple for you and your dog to be comfortable in their own environment.
“Don was great with both my dog, Neko, and my Cat, Teri. He sent videos regularly and keep me informed about Neko and especially how Teri were doing. Also, Don went out of his way to care for Teri, my cat. Teri has kidney disease and requires hydration with a saline solution every day. Don was wonderful with Teri by injecting the solution under his skin. This was accomplished by placing a needle under Teri's loose skin and slowly allowing the saline solution to flow under his skin. Don is very personable and I recommend him very highly for caring for your pet.”
“Alexis was amazing! When I interviewed her before my trip I felt like she would be someone who would be able to handle my boys. I have 2 dogs and one of them needed medications while I was gone. Just to complicate things! Alexis took it in stride and I felt comfortable leaving her in charge. My house looked just like it did before I left and my dogs were happy! I had a sitter lined up but she cancelled less than 2 weeks before my trip and I was in a bind. So imagine my relief when I met Alexis. She will be my first choice going forward!!”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Palm Desert is $71
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Palm Desert
Tyler was absolutely phenomenal! She was always with the animals and always sending pictures. We got an update from her a few times a day, with pictures of the babies. We were not worried once when we were away. We knew our animals and house were in good hands. We look forward to having her back!
Christian is AMAZING. Very experienced, calm energy, and knowledgeable about an array of animals. Great with our 5yo Yorkie & our 10yo Shepard/Beagle mix. One of them is super cuddly, the other one needs space and time to warm up & has some resource guarding issues. He handled both magnificently even though he was in a hotel room with them. He will absolutely be our go to sitter when we travel back to Palm Springs!!
Rhondee stayed with our two Frenchies while we were away for a week. She gave us updates periodically, and left our place exactly as she found it. Our dogs love the comfort of being in their own home and we feel great about having someone we can trust to provide such excellent care. We will use Rhondee again and would highly recommend her!
Melanie is absolutely amazing! We’re returning customers and continue to be so happy with the care she provides. We’ve used her for both drop-in visits and house sitting, and she is always reliable, attentive, and wonderful with our pets. It gives us so much peace of mind knowing they’re in such caring and trustworthy hands while we’re away. We always come home to happy pets and a well-cared-for home. We highly recommend Melanie and will definitely continue booking with her! 🐾❤️
Victoria is an outstanding pet caregiver! My tribe of three small rescue dogs--with all of their quirks--had a playful, safe and loving environment during my week of travel. My mind was completely at ease with Victoria's experience, communications, and evident care and concern for animals. I've already re-booked with Victoria and I recommended her wholeheartedly!
I was in town celebrating a birthday weekend with friends. I was staying at a hotel and didn’t want to (nor could I) leave my girls alone. Karaleah responded to my request quickly and was very responsive throughout. She stayed with them during the evening hours I was with friends, and had peace of mind knowing they were in good care. Karaleah was delightful and a pleasure to work with. I would hire her again when in the area.
Alexis was great! She was very careful with our diabetic cat (who requires 2 shots a day / 12 hours apart) and always let us know after each injection that the shot had gone well. She also stayed in touch and sent photos of our boys. We’d definitely book her again!
Margie is a great house/dog sitter. My two Goldendoodles are happy when I come home after a a few days traveling. She is so conscientious and caring with my fur-babies. I love her communication and photos she sends. It makes all the difference knowing your pets are well cared for and loved. I highly recommend her and will always try to get her on my future trips. Also my home is well cared for.
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The average cost of House Sitting in Palm Desert is $59 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $30 and $139 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of November 2026, there are 501 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Palm Desert. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Palm Desert walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Palm Desert maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Palm Desert choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Palm Desert. On Rover:
- 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 93% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 95% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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