House Sitting Palo Alto
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“Guilherme took great care of our two dogs (who can be a handful) and kept us up to date on how they were doing the whole time we were away. Will definitely rebook!”
“James was absolutely amazing! He house sat for us while we were away in Europe, and we truly could not have asked for a better person to care for our Rosie. He sent us pictures and videos throughout our trip, which gave us so much peace of mind, and it was so clear that he and Rosie quickly became best friends. We came home to a happy, well-loved pup and are just so grateful for the care and attention he gave her. We feel incredibly lucky to have found James and would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for someone they can truly trust with their fur baby!”
“CJ was awesome. He stayed at our house for 5 days taking care of our 5 month old puppy. Our puppy is still learning appropriate boundaries and CJ not only took excellent care of her, but helped continue her training while we were gone. His daily updates and photos showed how much fun she was having and how well cared for she was. We received detailed updates on her eating, exercise, and even funny things she did. I know our puppy is now looking forward to future visits by CJ! And as a final plus, CJ did the laundry, dishes, and took out the trash - a very welcome surprise when we got home. We highly recommend him.”
“Roy was such a great sitter for our two (high energy) Australian Shepherds! He was very communicative and kept us informed with updates and photos. One of our dogs has some medical needs and I was confident he was in good hands with Roy. He also took great care of our house and honestly left it better than when we left. Would highly recommend!”
About: I've taken care of both large and small dogs one on one and in play group settings. As well as I currently own a cat. Curre the I work so I am available in the morning for walks and evenings. I can do care at your home when needed. Thanks. Caring for pets in your home I make sure all entry ways are closed so your dog and or cat does not escape. When I come and arrive I will communicate.
“We had Alexis housesit and pet sit for our two cats and dog. We were pleased with her interaction with our dog, taking him for walks and sending pictures. She was spot on on her assessment of our female cat, noting that she ruled the house. The biggest surprise was that she was able to get our very feral kitty inside. Quite the feat. When we arrived home, the house was as we left it. She kept everything nice and tidy. It is nice to now have a person we can count on for our future travels!”
“Kimberly is absolutely amazing! She’s responsible, professional, and incredibly loving. This was my first time using Rover, and knowing John was in such good hands gave me so much peace of mind as an anxious dog parent. I will definitely book with her again!”
“I fully trusted Klara in our home and with our dog. She sent amazing updates and I know my dog had the best time. For being a last minute schedule I could not be happier and at ease with Klara! Highly recommend for any other dog parents looking for doggy care.”
About: I’m an experienced dog sitter who just relocated from San Francisco. I regularly watched a dog 3 times a week and can take up to 2 dogs at once. I've helped take care of my parents dog for 8 years since she was a puppy and I take her to the beach, for walks, to play at the dog park, and bathe her regularly. I work until 3pm so I have plenty of time in the afternoon to take pups out for walks. I love meeting new dogs and am used to high energy dogs. I am very comfortable around dogs and want your dog to be happy. I am very clean and want to be considerate of your space.
“Maria was great. I believe this was our third booking with her, and we will certainly book again. She is very sweet with our dog and our dog loves her. Maria is very communicative and reached out well in advance to let us know her plans had changed as we had booked her fairly far in advance. She takes great care of our house. We feel secure leaving our beloved pup and our house with Maria to care for.”
“It was wonderful having Aakanksha cat sit Mila. Attentive, and passionate, she went above and beyond to ensure my Mila was happy. She was very communicative throughout the week and sent pictures/ videos nightly. I can't recommend Aakanksha enough for your cat sitting needs. I’ll be rebooking in the near future.”
“Ciara was awesome! She took our dog on a couple walks and watched him at our house while we were on vacation. She took great care of him and we really appreciated her daily updates with pictures of our happy pup. I would hire her again in a heartbeat!”
“Ian is the best! He was so thoughtful, communicative, and clearly really loves dogs. Our senior dog had a minor medical situation right before we left and Ian was extra vigilant, kind, and responsive to make sure we knew how she was doing (totally fine) and sent photos of her enjoying walks and such. He was super respectful of our home and we're already to rebooking with him for our next trip!”
About: I've cared for the dogs and cats of close friends and family, and I take that responsibility seriously every time. At home, I share my space with my own dog and three cats, so your pet will be in the care of experienced hands. I'm the kind of sitter who sends updates, sticks to routines, and makes sure every pet feels safe and comfortable — because I know how much your fur baby means to you. My working hours are flexible so I can fit your schedule and the needs of your pets with ease. I am open to pet sitting from 8am to 11pm on weekdays and weekends I am committed to send updates, sticks to routines, and makes sure every pet feels safe and comfortable — because I know how much your fur baby means to you.
“Kartik was responsive and provided plenty of updates throughout his stay. My pets were well taken care of and the house was perfectly kept while I was gone. Would definitely recommend!”
“There’s no one I’d trust my shy little pup with more than Katie. She was patient, professional, and thoughtful when house sitting with our dog. She even cleaned while she was there! We wish we could keep her all to ourselves! I would recommend her to anyone with a shy dog.”
“Barbara was extremely thoughtful in housesitting and took great care of my dog, who loved her! I arranged for her to stay with my dog a bit last minute, and she was wonderfully thorough in making sure she knew exactly how to best care for him including his special diet, medications, favorite walk spots, any quirks. She was very communicative and I loved the regular updates of how my dog was doing. Absolutely recommend and will happily book with her again!”
“Kate was a life saver! When our normal dog sitter couldn’t make it last minute, she was around on very late notice (like 8 hours) to help watch our dog for the weekend. She sent plenty of updates, was very timely, and kept our place spotless. Would absolutely book her again!”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Palo Alto is $75
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I cannot recommend Chongwen enough. If there was an option for more than 5 stars she deserves it. Despite some hiccups in the road (none of which were her fault) she was incredibly diligent, helpful, and communicative the entire time she was staying with my dogs. She took amazing care of my dogs for the weekend. Definitely would recommend her to watch your pets and I absolutely would book again.
Maggie did a fantastic job. She was able to successfully handle my really old senior dog (who has a lot of health issues). Maggie is a great communicator and kept me updated with pictures and videos, we wanted that for making sure our senior dog is being well cared for. No complaints and we will hire Maggie again in a jiffy.
Allison was great with our dog while we were away for the weekend. She was very responsive and took the added responsibility of managing a dog who requires extra care and supervision seriously. We felt secure leaving her with Alison and will definitely have her back.
I would highly recommend Vivian! She was thoughtful to keep me updated with photos and comments on the state of my elderly dog. She is experienced and was attentive to my detailed instructions. I appreciate her going the extra mile stripping the bed and straightening everything up before I arrived home. Thank you!
James was AMAZING!! we were a little nervous to book a 5 day sitter for our new, 13 week old puppy but felt immediately comfortable with James! He offered to come in person for a meet & greet before even booking the sit and came by once more before the sit dates so our pup, Otis, could get familiar and comfortable with him. During the sit, we were put completely at ease because James sent updates and pictures every few hours so we never had to question if everything was OK back home. Otis was a happy, healthy, and well behaved boy when we returned and honestly missed his new friend! James even went as far as letting us borrow his dog carrier for a while because he noticed Otis’s had a small rip. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and we will 100% book him again and again!
Ines is an amazing pet sitter. She communicates well, is punctual, and, most of all, is kind and playful. My puppy loved her and was sad to see her go! She sent photos and text updates, and when I came home, my house was clean, and my puppy was happy and relaxed. I look forward to having her return!
It's always challenging for us to find a sitter that we feel comfortable with taking care of our older and somewhat high-needs pups. But Sara was a fantastic communicator and kept us updated and sent pictures so we could enjoy our vacation. Sara, who is a vet tech, was even able to get out oldest guy to take his many pills twice daily. We will definitely use her again and would highly recommend her to others!
This was our first time using a pet sitter in the home. Ian lived up to the stellar reviews! Our animals were well cared for and loved. Even our very reticent cat loved Ian. We thought she would just hide- but Ian had her purring! Our house was left in perfect condition. Our senior dog received 3 walks per day and lots of love! After a long journey home - it was wonderful to be greeted by 2 very happy and well cared for pets and a sparkling clean house. I’m so happy we found Ian!
Amanda was absolutely wonderful with Scout! She kept us updated throughout the entire weekend and went above and beyond to make sure Scout was happy and comfortable. She even handled a little tummy trouble and changing the sheets on one of our beds without hesitation. She also took Scout to her family’s home so she could run around in their big backyard, which was completely above and beyond and so incredibly thoughtful. It was clear throughout the weekend how much love and affection she gave Scout. We would highly recommend Amanda to anyone looking for a sitter. She is kind, trustworthy, thoughtful, and clearly loves taking care of dogs. We will absolutely be reaching out to her again!
Silvana took the job fairly last minute and we are so grateful. She was communicative and came over to meet Emmy, our golden doodle, before the weekend. She sent videos and pictures throughout the weekend and took great care of our pup. Would definitely hire her again!
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FAQs for House Sitting - Palo Alto
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of House Sitting in Palo Alto is $64 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $37 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 October 2026, there are 9,180 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Palo Alto. 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto 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 , 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 .
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 .
sitters on Rover set their own , 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 Palo Alto. On Rover:
- 87% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 90% 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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