House Sitting in Palm Desert

“Emmy showed up when arranged for and took good care of our foster dog, who has his challenging moments, and our cat! She seems responsive and responsible!”

“Lydia was amazing! We were from out of town and needed a pet sitter for our two dogs on short notice. I was really anxious about leaving them, but Lydia completely put my mind at ease. She sent tons of pictures and updates. It was clear our dogs were well cared for and happy. She was reliable, kind, and went above and beyond. If you ever need a trustworthy pet sitter, I highly recommend Lydia!”

“Karaleah offered a meet and greet which made me feel that much more comfortable. We've been doing some short stays before my two weeks long trip this summer and I'm confident we'll do great. She has been patient with my scaredy cat who takes sometime to warm up to strangers. Karaleah is reliable and listens to requests and suggestions on how to tend to my cat needs.”

“Aimee was absolutely amazing with our 2 pups. They have very different personalities and it was easy to tell both Moose and Rein loved the time they spent with Aimee. We had booked our trip last minute and had to change our times but Aimee was super flexible and extremely patient, making our lives so much easier. We're looking forward to having Aimee look after our pups again soon!”

“Katie did a fantastic job! Our cat can be fussy, but she won him over immediately. She kept us informed & treated our house as her own. We will definitely call her again !”

“I can't recommend Jon enough, He took exceptional care of my dog and home while I was away. Not only did he ensure that all of my pooch's needs were met, but he also went the extra mile to keep my home tidy and secure. It was such a relief to know that everything was in capable hands, allowing me to not worry during my time away. He's the first person I'll call the next time I need a pet sitter. Thank you, Jon, for your help!”

About: A native New Yorker and California transplant, I have spent a lifetime caring for critters of all shapes and sizes, starting on my grandpa's farm in Galway, Ireland to pet ownership and volunteer pet rescue efforts for most of my adult life. Please ask me details about my attention to detail and affection for all of Gods creatures. I am semi-retiring to make time to put together a lifelong dream of publishing my first book. My only son is away at college now and my love for spontaneous travel to new places, love of animals, and desire for peace has led me to my Rover experience. I look forward to caring for your pet kids like they are my own. I will be sedentary and give my full attention to all petcare and home care duties. I pay strict attention to details and follow all pet owner instructions and pet care requirements. I love long walks or extended lap times. I am flexible depending on the specific needs for each pet and owner.

“This was our second time using Crystal and we continue to be very happy with the care she showed to our cat Winston and for our home. Crystal kept us updated while we were away and sent photos of Winston. She cleaned up the house before leaving and it is appreciated. Thank you for another great experience using the Rover app”

“Desiree did an amazing job looking after our little guy. She met with us prior to watching him in our home and eased his nerves. We look forward to working with Desiree again.”

“Great presence of mind managing a household emergency. Everyone’s nightmare - a crisis in the house while away. Dola managed the situation calmly, contacted emergency services and took my dog to safety. Everything was managed perfectly. I can’t say enough about how effective, caring and thoughtful she was.”

“Csilla gave great care for our puppy teacup Yorkie! Coco is young and needy but Csilla was up for the challenge. She gave me frequent updates and pics. I had complete peace of mind! Thanks Csilla!”

“Charlotte was prompt responding to my questions and prompt on our meet and greet and her time to watch our dog. She did a great job with our dog and I would highly recommend her.”

“This was the first time we were leaving our 2 French Bulldogs in someone’s care. Kat did everything to make us feel comfortable and secure with our decision. From supplying references to meeting with us twice prior to watching them to make sure our needs and expectations were going to be met. She ran our energetic one, and gently walked our slug. At night she snuggled and they all watched TV. We were able to enjoy our time away with peace of mind. She’s very caring and truly loved what she does. Will definitely use her again and highly recommend her.”

“Our dog, Winnie is thrilled when Kimberly comes to care for her and so are we. On time, dedicated care, true love of animals and personal kindness make Kimberly a perfect fit for us!”

“Shayna was beyond perfect to stay with our pups during our vacation! We have two ends of the spectrum: One who’s 1, very energetic and playful. One who’s very old, on two medications and requires hourly potty breaks. She was great with both of them, and they both love her so much. She sent us pics with updates everyday, and was very communicative. We definitely recommend her for your pet needs.”

“It's so difficult when you have a new pup in the house: the dog is still getting used to new surroundings and can easily become fearful when the new "hooman" is away for longer than usual. Matthew stepped in for me and Buddy felt immediately comfortable with him. I returned to no separation issues at all. Matthew went above and beyond while I was away. He is very calm and that rubbed off on Buddy. My Buddy just LOVES Matthew!”

“We are so glad to have found Erik in Palm Desert! He is reliable, kept our home neat and clean and our dog, Lucy was healthy and happy when we returned from our 12 day trip. He even did some small household tasks for us while we were gone. I would highly recommend Erik!”

“Susan was an amazing dog sitter for my 17 year old dog. She set up a meet and greet beforehand and sent me daily updates with pictures while I was gone. She was very patient and attentive to my senior dog's anxieties and needs. She was a great houseguest and very reliable. I would definitely use Susan again.”

“Mara was very good with our shy little dog Archie. She followed our instructions and he really warmed up to her while she was here. Mara was here for 2 nights and she left the house in good order, washed the towels, sheets which she did not have to do. Archie was in great spirits when we got home so I know he got lots of attention and cuddles from Mara. I highly recommend her.”

About: I have years of experience caring for pets, starting with raising a gentle greyhound and an energetic dachshund, which taught me the importance of patience, attention to detail, and understanding unique pet needs. Currently, I’m the proud owner of a playful black cat who keeps me on my toes! My experience spans both dogs and cats, giving me the skills to provide loving, attentive care for pets of all personalities and energy levels. I am available to provide care during mornings and afternoons throughout the week and am also available for overnight stays on most weekends. If you need flexible scheduling, feel free to reach out—I’ll do my best to accommodate your pet care needs! When you trust me with your pet, you can rest assured I'll treat them like my own. I'm attentive, reliable, and always excited to make pets feel comfortable and loved. I'm available for dog walking, drop-in visits, and overnight care.