House Sitting in Philadelphia
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“Kyle was absolutely excellent! He stayed with our 9 month old bernadoodle for the weekend at our place and he made sure to update us with pictures every chance he got. He spent so much time playing with our pup and taking great care of him. He was also incredibly respectful of our place and was very responsive. We will definitely be using Kyle again!”


“Bethany was super helpful in helping house sit after we had a sitter cancel last minute, which was an enormous relief! She is communicative and sends pictures. Our house was left in spotless condition.”


“Great dog sitter/house sitter! Lauren went above and beyond what we could have hoped for, she looked after our plants, and vacuumed before we got home, on top of caring for our dog! She’s great, very communicative, and a great all around dog/house sitter!! Will definitely use her services again!”


“Oliver is a top-notch dog sitter! He absolutely exceeded our expectations when it came to the level of dedication he provided for our dog, Jaxson. Jax has special needs and requires some extra levels of care. Specifically, he requires oral medication and a specific routine. Oliver was committed to following Jaxson's care requirements and made sure we were confident that we were leaving him in good hands. Not only did he provide amazing care, but he also exceeded our expectations when it came to communication. He left a kind note welcoming us home and letting us know how Jaxson's day had gone. He also left the house in perfect, tidy condition. Oliver is kind, smart, prepared, dedicated, and everything you could possibly want in a dog sitter. 10/10, I would recommend him to anyone, anytime! Thank you, Oliver, for taking such good care of our buddy! We hope to see you soon!”


“We last minute had to find someone new to take care of our two pups and two cats right before our 5 day trip. Rebecca literally saved the day! Our animals and ourselves felt instantly comfortable with her and she gave us updates 24/7. She was very helpful and flexible making our last minute changes a breeze. Our one pup was even sad to see her leave!”


“Areana took wonderful care of my senior dog amd cat. She was very communicative and kept me up to date when my dog got sick while I was out of town. I highly recommend Areana!”


“Nina helped take care of our dog Fern while we were away for the weekend and we had so much peace of mind as Nina sent us pictures and updates multiple times a day, followed all our directions meticulously, and left our apartment super tidy and clean. We will definitely use her services again in the future and would recommend her to any other pet parent!”


“Lexi was awesome! She was so patient with my pup who is a little more hands on since she’s not potty trained. Lexi updated me regularly with pics and was super responsive which put me at ease during my first time using a sitter! She was also so kind to be available when I was in a pinch with just 1 day notice. Thanks again Lexi!”


“Quanece & Malik were available last minute when I needed someone to watch my dog for a few hours. They were responsive, followed all my directions, and sent updates throughout the day. I’ve booked with them a few times, and I would definitely do it again.”


“Ari was very patient and communicative. She did an amazing job looking after my senior dog, puppy, and hamsters! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great sitter! She also took great care of my house while we were away and even got the trash out for trash night!”


“Mary was a dream sitter! She took care of our two dogs, Patricia and Hannibal, while we were on vacation and we couldn't have been more thrilled with the experience. Patricia was injured so required more attention and Mary rose to the task. I highly recommend Mary to anyone looking for someone who cares and is professional!”


“Holly was great! This was my first time having someone I didn’t know watch my dog Billie and Holly made me feel very comfortable. She came over a few days before to meet Billie and go over instructions. Billie liked her right away and Holly was very comfortable with a big excited dog. Holly followed all instructions and left my apartment very clean. When I came home Billie was calm and happy and it was clear she’d had a nice time :) I will definitely book Holly again in the future!”


“John was the best dog sitter we have ever hired. He was incredibly communicative and was constantly sending us photos and updates. Our dog has separation anxiety and John made sure she was always well cared for and loved. We have already rebooked John for our next trip!”


“Zoe stepped in for us when a sitter had to cancel last-minute and she was excellent! It was our first time leaving our pup with someone overnight and it was a great success. Our dog has bad separation anxiety and we were so grateful Zoe was able to hang with him the entire time we were away. She followed our instructions and was easy to communicate with, punctual, and very kind. We’d absolutely hire her again!”


“Stefan was great with Rosie :) we got plenty of photos and updates throughout the stay - which we loved getting! We will definitely be booking with Stefan again.”


About: Hi! I'm MeiLi and I'm a filmmaker who works from home and is wanting to spend some more time with some super cute pups and cats! Working from home gives me ample time to take your dog on walks and spend quality time with them throughout the day. I'm an extremely friendly and responsible person who absolutely loves dogs and have had multiple repeat boarding/sitting/and walking clients over the past decade. I have a dog of my own who is my heart and joy. I love going to the dog park and going for walks, so you can rest assured that your dog will get their daily activity in! Before becoming a filmmaker I worked with people with disabilities for three years (many of whom had service animals) and I obtained valuable skills that included taking care of people and assisting with their needs. I know that my skills acquired from my job have given me the knowledge and patience to care for dogs and make sure they are safe and being taken care of. I work from home and am very flexible so I'm able to tend to your pets for all of their needs! I go on regular walks throughout the city and will work with the schedule of your pet. I understand that each dog and cat is unique and has their own little quirks and favorite things, so learning and understanding your fur baby is essential for me so I can make sure they feel completely safe and comfortable. I live in a safe neighborhood that's great for walking and have a park across the street and multiple dog parks nearby. I live in a cozy apartment that is perfect for small/medium dogs and cats. And we love snuggling with pets so our bed is open to them as well :) I can also crate your dog if they prefer that.

“Stephanie is the absolute best. She always goes above and beyond, and is truly a delight to know. She’s reliable, respectful, consistent, and incredibly thoughtful — doing things that are far beyond what’s expected, just because she cares. She’s also super considerate, which makes all the difference when you’re trusting someone with your home and your beloved animals. Honestly, I hesitate to leave this review because I don’t want her to get too booked, lol… but she deserves all the praise—jkjk. A total rock star.”


“Dominique is honestly the best ❤️, extremely communicative and highly dependable. My dog would probably betray me for her if given the choice, super thankful to have found someone that cares about Finn as much as I do.”


“Jaya was great! She was so responsive and kept us updated throughout the entire trip! She took such great care of all our pets and they all loved her!”


About: Hi there! I’m a lifelong animal lover with years of hands-on experience, caring for pets of all ages – from playful puppies to sweet senior dogs. I’ve had dogs my entire life and have also cared for bunnies, so I’m comfortable with a range of temperament and needs. I previously volunteered in a veterinary clinic in my hometown, where I gained even more knowledge about pet health and behavior. I’m a recent grad school graduate, living in the “in-between“ phase before launching my career, which means I have the flexibility in time to give your fur babies the attention, love, and care they deserve. Whether it’s walks, playtime, or cuddles, I’ve got them covered! Currently in the super flexible “in between” phase between grad school and starting my career. This allows me ample flexibility to care for your fur babies I will ensure that you are pet is safe and well cared for within your home. I will follow any guidelines you have for caring for your fur babies while you’re away.
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Kyle A.Star Sitter

“Kyle was absolutely excellent! He stayed with our 9 month old bernadoodle for the weekend at our place and he made sure to update us with pictures every chance he got. He spent so much time playing with our pup and taking great care of him. He was also incredibly respectful of our place and was very responsive. We will definitely be using Kyle again!”


Bethany M.

“Bethany was super helpful in helping house sit after we had a sitter cancel last minute, which was an enormous relief! She is communicative and sends pictures. Our house was left in spotless condition.”


Lauren W.Star Sitter

“Great dog sitter/house sitter! Lauren went above and beyond what we could have hoped for, she looked after our plants, and vacuumed before we got home, on top of caring for our dog! She’s great, very communicative, and a great all around dog/house sitter!! Will definitely use her services again!”


Oliver P.

“Oliver is a top-notch dog sitter! He absolutely exceeded our expectations when it came to the level of dedication he provided for our dog, Jaxson. Jax has special needs and requires some extra levels of care. Specifically, he requires oral medication and a specific routine. Oliver was committed to following Jaxson's care requirements and made sure we were confident that we were leaving him in good hands. Not only did he provide amazing care, but he also exceeded our expectations when it came to communication. He left a kind note welcoming us home and letting us know how Jaxson's day had gone. He also left the house in perfect, tidy condition. Oliver is kind, smart, prepared, dedicated, and everything you could possibly want in a dog sitter. 10/10, I would recommend him to anyone, anytime! Thank you, Oliver, for taking such good care of our buddy! We hope to see you soon!”


Rebecca D.

“We last minute had to find someone new to take care of our two pups and two cats right before our 5 day trip. Rebecca literally saved the day! Our animals and ourselves felt instantly comfortable with her and she gave us updates 24/7. She was very helpful and flexible making our last minute changes a breeze. Our one pup was even sad to see her leave!”


Areana P.Star Sitter

“Areana took wonderful care of my senior dog amd cat. She was very communicative and kept me up to date when my dog got sick while I was out of town. I highly recommend Areana!”


Nina S.Star Sitter

“Nina helped take care of our dog Fern while we were away for the weekend and we had so much peace of mind as Nina sent us pictures and updates multiple times a day, followed all our directions meticulously, and left our apartment super tidy and clean. We will definitely use her services again in the future and would recommend her to any other pet parent!”


Lexi F.

“Lexi was awesome! She was so patient with my pup who is a little more hands on since she’s not potty trained. Lexi updated me regularly with pics and was super responsive which put me at ease during my first time using a sitter! She was also so kind to be available when I was in a pinch with just 1 day notice. Thanks again Lexi!”


Quanece & Malik T.
Star Sitter


“Quanece & Malik were available last minute when I needed someone to watch my dog for a few hours. They were responsive, followed all my directions, and sent updates throughout the day. I’ve booked with them a few times, and I would definitely do it again.”


Ari M.


“Ari was very patient and communicative. She did an amazing job looking after my senior dog, puppy, and hamsters! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great sitter! She also took great care of my house while we were away and even got the trash out for trash night!”


Mary D.Star Sitter

“Mary was a dream sitter! She took care of our two dogs, Patricia and Hannibal, while we were on vacation and we couldn't have been more thrilled with the experience. Patricia was injured so required more attention and Mary rose to the task. I highly recommend Mary to anyone looking for someone who cares and is professional!”


Holly Y.

“Holly was great! This was my first time having someone I didn’t know watch my dog Billie and Holly made me feel very comfortable. She came over a few days before to meet Billie and go over instructions. Billie liked her right away and Holly was very comfortable with a big excited dog. Holly followed all instructions and left my apartment very clean. When I came home Billie was calm and happy and it was clear she’d had a nice time :) I will definitely book Holly again in the future!”


John O.Star Sitter

“John was the best dog sitter we have ever hired. He was incredibly communicative and was constantly sending us photos and updates. Our dog has separation anxiety and John made sure she was always well cared for and loved. We have already rebooked John for our next trip!”


Zoe M.Star Sitter

“Zoe stepped in for us when a sitter had to cancel last-minute and she was excellent! It was our first time leaving our pup with someone overnight and it was a great success. Our dog has bad separation anxiety and we were so grateful Zoe was able to hang with him the entire time we were away. She followed our instructions and was easy to communicate with, punctual, and very kind. We’d absolutely hire her again!”


Stefan C.Star Sitter

“Stefan was great with Rosie :) we got plenty of photos and updates throughout the stay - which we loved getting! We will definitely be booking with Stefan again.”


MeiLi S.
“MeiLi regularly sits my dog, and I can think of few other people in this world that I would trust with my furry little miracle. It's very clear that she loves being with dogs, and my dog seems just as excited - if not more so - to see her than me some days! She always makes sure that my dog is walked and fed properly, and she gives her loads of attention. I would highly, highly recommend her as a sitter.”


Stephanie I.

“Stephanie is the absolute best. She always goes above and beyond, and is truly a delight to know. She’s reliable, respectful, consistent, and incredibly thoughtful — doing things that are far beyond what’s expected, just because she cares. She’s also super considerate, which makes all the difference when you’re trusting someone with your home and your beloved animals. Honestly, I hesitate to leave this review because I don’t want her to get too booked, lol… but she deserves all the praise—jkjk. A total rock star.”


Dominique M.
Star Sitter


“Dominique is honestly the best ❤️, extremely communicative and highly dependable. My dog would probably betray me for her if given the choice, super thankful to have found someone that cares about Finn as much as I do.”


Jaya A.

“Jaya was great! She was so responsive and kept us updated throughout the entire trip! She took such great care of all our pets and they all loved her!”


Sabrina L.
“Sabrina is great with my dog Arlo! She is very caring and treats Arlo like he is her own dog. She is very responsive and cares for him so well - he comes home with a smile every time! 10/10 do recommend.”
Over 8,943 pet parents in Philadelphia have booked house sitting
Philadelphia pet parents share their Rover experiences
Jaya did a great job house sitting and watching our two cats. She was super responsive, was able to take care of their medications and left our house so tidy! She also sent lots of photos.

Dominique was amazing!! This was my first time using rover for my cat and she did above and beyond to make me feel comfortable while I was away. She sent lots of pics and took such good care<3

Isabelle is always the best with watching my pup. He’s obsessed with her, and I always feel at ease knowing he’s in such good hands.

Mason (Maya) was so kind and attentive! They checked in regularly and even left our house better than we left it. Our dog fell in love with Mason and we’ll definitely be hiring them again!

Carly was amazing! Super communicative, friendly and was flexible when our flight was cancelled. She stayed in our home with our pups and cat and the place was tidier than when we left. All the animals loved her, it was great to come home to a house full of happy pets — we could really tell they enjoyed her company! We hope to hire her again

We are so grateful to have had Laurel stay with our dog Izzy while we were away! She was incredibly reliable and flexible, regularly checked in with updates, and clearly cared for our pup as if he were her own. We came home to a happy, well-cared-for dog and a spotless house. It gave us such peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands. Highly recommend Laurel for anyone looking for a trustworthy and attentive pet sitter!

thank you so much Katlyn for taking care of my pups, familiarizing yourself with their routines, and navigating all their weird behaviors!

Wendy is always great with dog-sitting our Frenchie, Mochi. Mochi is always happy and healthy when we come back, and Wendy often goes above and beyond and tidies up our house and takes in our mail/packages. We are so happy we’ve found her!

Maria is always very dependable and a great sitter! Our animals love her and have even started sleeping with her which is the highest honor 😂

Megan was wonderful! Super communicative and flexible. I trusted her with my pup and can’t wait to book again soon!

Sean was great with our dog on his first ever stay. Sean was very flexible and responsive. Our dog git his scheduled walks, food, and snacks. We were getting updates and pictures. We definitely will be booking again!
Elena was very responsive and flexible with our needs. She gave our dog lots of love and attention, and sent us lots of pics. Would definitely use her services again!

Katrina was incredible. She went above and beyond and I was able to travel out of the country without being worried about my dog at home. She was incredibly communicative and responsive and took such good care of my dog and was incredibly respectful of my home as well.

Madison took care of my kitten Maverick for 2 weeks while I was away on vacation! She updated me daily with the cutest pics and videos of him. Not only was he happy and well cared for but so was my apartment! I came back to a clean space, trash emptied, and sheets thrown in the wash! She also taught him to stay off my counters! So amazing, 10/10 recommend. Will definitely be booking her services again. Thank you Madison!!

Taylor is always so great with our anxious little boy! Taylor was super flexible with a change in start time and we know he is in great hands while we're away!

Kettrell was an excellent housesitter and caretaker of my two dogs! She followed instructions and a great communicator; I knew my pups were happy she was there. Neighbor friends who saw Kettrell out with my dogs made a point to tell me how good she was with them! I highly recommend Kettrell - I hope she will be available the next time I need a sitter!

Makensi is the best! She has watched over my best bud a couple of times and she is such a great sitter! Very communicative, sends fun photos, takes great care of the house, and most importantly Laker is well cared for :) highly recommend!
Maame did an amazing job taking care of our dog even after a recent surgery our dog had! Proactive and reliable. Highly recommend!

Kara was awesome staying at my place for an overnight stay! I've been working on separation anxiety with my pup Frankie and this stay was set up as an experiment to see how Frankie would do with being left alone by someone other than me. As such I had a pretty set schedule for how I wanted the stay to go and Kara totally understood the assignment. On top of honoring my requests she was so loving and caring about Frankie and went above and beyond (ex. getting Frankie a pup cup on a walk). Sent lots of updates and photos. Frankie seemed so calm and at peace when I came home. My place was clean and tidy when I got back too! Will definitely be asking Kara to help again for future trips!

Highly recommend Lauren! She stayed at my home with my dog and senior kitty and took great care of both pets and the house! She was extra attentive after my cat experienced health issues right before her stay, but she had no issues giving him his daily meds and provided great photos and updates to put my mind at ease. Would definitely book again, thank you Lauren!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Philadelphia is $50
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Sitters in Philadelphia average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Philadelphia on Rover as of Jul 2025 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 2025, there are 4,883 house sitters in Philadelphia. 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, 85% of Philadelphia house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Philadelphia have an average of 14 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 Philadelphia.
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. Philadelphia 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.
