House Sitting in Pocket, Sacramento, CA
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.

“Dustin took great care of our dog over 4th of July weekend, which is always tough for our little guy. Like many dogs, the fireworks really scare him. It was so relieving to know our pup was in good hands. We sincerely appreciate it!”


“Vanessa took great care of our two pups while we were away on a long weekend. She went above and beyond to make them feel safe and comfortable. They are normally very wary of strangers but warmed up to her quickly. She’s communicative, respectful and reliable. She even watched our pups for an extra night when we unexpectedly had to deal with a medical emergency. Highly recommend her. We’ll be booking her for future care. :)”



“Natalie did a great job watching our adult dog and our puppy for a week. She sent lots of pictures and updates, so we got to see them go on plenty of walks and outings. She was super understanding about our dog’s quirks and the demands of watching our puppy. Natalie was also super communicative and responsive, and we would happily leave our pups with her again!”


“Natalie has house sit for me more than once and she’s the best! She sends me pics and updates on my dog and cat, and takes excellent care of them. Additionally, she doesn’t mind doing little household tasks (like rolling out my trash cans) which make traveling so much easier. Thank you!!!!”


“Roy is a fantastic sitter, and took amazing care of my dog, I was kept me up to date on the daily happenings of my dog, and I appreciated the pictures that were sent. My dog absolutely adored Roy! It can be difficult to find a good sitter who is comfortable watching reactive, bigger, needy dogs, but you can take comfort in knowing that Roy checks all the boxes of a sitter you can trust with your pet.”


“This was our first time using a sitter for our dogs, and to say we were nervous is an understatement. We had so many rules, preferences, and expectations — and Darlina exceeded every single one of them. She sent frequent updates (without me having to ask!), shared tons of adorable photos, and followed our feeding and medication schedules to the letter. We have a senior dog and two others, and she cared for all of them over the weekend with so much love and attention. The moment we got home, our senior dog came downstairs — and instead of coming to us, she went straight to her. That told me everything I needed to know about the care and connection she provided. Darlina is incredibly sweet and communicative. She checked in with me multiple times before the stay and even came by a few days in advance just to walk the dogs with me and help them get comfortable with her before we left. This was truly the best first experience we could have ever asked for. Thank you so much, Darlina, for treating our pups like your own! We have found our regular sitter!”


“Danni went above and beyond in taking care of my puppy during our first weekend trip away. I truly was able to relax knowing she was in good hands, as Danni is both experienced with dogs and very nurturing. I also really appreciated how she agreed to sit on such short notice, even July 4th nonetheless. She even generously cleaned up a few things at my home. I definitely recommend Danni and will continue to stay in touch!”


“Lizzy is a great pet sitter! She came to meet us before we went away and was super great with our cats, dog, and smaller pets. She sent lots of pictures and updates and was super on top of things while house sitting for us. We will definitely be reaching out to her again!”


About: I approach each dog as individuals to understand their personalities. As a pet parent, I’ve owned five dogs, three of which unfortunately have moved on to the rainbow bridge. I currently have a 5 year old Aussie and a 3 year old border collie mix, both a calm and friendly to dogs, cats, and people. I work a regular job from 8am - 4:30pm M-F, with remote work from W-F. My availability are any remote days and weekends. I can watch your dogs at home during those days or check in on them after work hours and anytime in the weekends. I spoil my dogs and cats. I make sure to play with them daily and take them for walks. Having an Aussie and border collie demands it! Both our dogs know when it’s bed time and sleep in our bedroom. Luna the border collie sleeps in our bed, the best snuggle bug ever.

“This was my second time having Alyssa watch my dog and it was fantastic! I was gone for an entire week and without her I’m sure his separation anxiety would’ve been pretty bad. She took him for walks and adventures daily, always sent updates and photos of their activities, and when she dropped him at my house, he was so sad to see her go that he pawed at the door because he missed her! Seriously recommend Alyssa!”


“She is great! My dog was wonderful and happy when I got home. She was very clean and my dog was well taken care of, she sent me pictures of my dog every day I was gone. I would definitely recommend her and will be using her again!”


“Lai was amazing! My dog had so much fun with her and her kids. She texted me pictures and updates frequently and felt really good about leaving my dog in her care. Thank you so much!!!”


“Our dogs fell in love with Marilyn. First time trying in-home sitting while were out. Marilyn has a way with dogs, we have a large husky-samoyed-malamute mix, and a nervous border collie that's still a puppy but doesn't warm up to people easily. They both had a great time, were happy, calm, and followed her to the door when she left to get more pets. We got lots of pics and videos while we were out so we could see they were enjoying themselves (so we could too!) Our dogs gave her a full 5 star review by the way they wanted her to stay longer, so we did too. So happy we found her, and hope she does this for many years. Our dogs are lucky we found her, you won't be disappointed.”

“Alma is absolutely incredible! My two little chihuahuas are rescues, they are very protective of their home and me. Alma was amazing! She made them feel safe and loved and developed a bond very quickly. My cat couldn’t get enough of her. My fur babies are my life and Alma was the best! I never worried and they were so happy. She is such a great person and great with all animals! Hire Alma!!!”


About: I've taken care of dogs and cats of all ages; 7 months to 15 years old. I take joy in giving your pup or kitty my time and making them feel as comfortable as they can in my home or your home. If that means playing with them all throughout the day, cuddling on the couch, going on walks, or giving more time and attention then I am happy as long as the pets are satisfied. I want the animals that I watch to feel safe and happy, as if their owners were home. I am open to pet sitting in your home if that works better but my preference is to bring them to my home. When staying at a clients house I like to get familiar with the yard and space so I know of any places your pet may hide away or rest. Some times our pets like to nap in places that we would not suspect and I want to make sure I can keep track of your pet at all times while in my care. I am flexible with hours during the week and weekends. At this time, I am available almost all hours. Please contact me 3 days prior so I can meet your loving pet. My yard is fenced in with a gate. I will manage daily potty breaks and walks regardless of the temperatures. Play time as needed will be provided.

About: I was practically raised in a whelping box. My mother was a professional dog trainer, breeder, and shower. I have been around dogs, my entire life and own two of my own currently. I have also helped foster cats a majority of my life as well. Mainly kittens, but I’m no stranger to pet sitting elderly cats, and dogs as well. I understand both dog and cat body language very well due to my many years of experience. I also have over 4 years of pet sitting / house sitting experience with large and small dogs. I am currently attending college for my wildlife conservation and fishery technician certification, which require me to spend certain days at school. Depending on the semester, my schedule can vary. I have a fenced in yard with a 7 inch gap at the bottom due to the wheels on our mobile gate, other than that, there are no other holes. As long as there is ample parking, I am confident in any home And with any rules to ensure the safety of your house and your pets.

“Amanda took excellent care of our 9 week old Bernadoodle puppy and left our home sparkling clean. Even our plants were well cared forr. Thurs was not an easy job, as we had juts brought our puppy home before the holiday and she’s not yet fully potty trained. Amanda was amazing with her and kept us updated on how she was doing. She is a lovely person to work with and a delight to have around. We will absolutely request her services again.”


“Meredith did a fantastic job working with our senior pup! She was able to get our dog eating, something she rarely does when we’re away! So happy to find someone we trust, I will definitely use her again next time we go out of town.”


“Alyssa was great. She totally "got" all our instructions and was unfazed by our big, slobbery dog. She sent pictures and messages each day while we were away. We could tell Dawg had been well loved, and she left the house clean.”

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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.


Dustin W.

“Dustin took great care of our dog over 4th of July weekend, which is always tough for our little guy. Like many dogs, the fireworks really scare him. It was so relieving to know our pup was in good hands. We sincerely appreciate it!”


Vanessa S.

“Vanessa took great care of our two pups while we were away on a long weekend. She went above and beyond to make them feel safe and comfortable. They are normally very wary of strangers but warmed up to her quickly. She’s communicative, respectful and reliable. She even watched our pups for an extra night when we unexpectedly had to deal with a medical emergency. Highly recommend her. We’ll be booking her for future care. :)”




Natalie O.

“Natalie did a great job watching our adult dog and our puppy for a week. She sent lots of pictures and updates, so we got to see them go on plenty of walks and outings. She was super understanding about our dog’s quirks and the demands of watching our puppy. Natalie was also super communicative and responsive, and we would happily leave our pups with her again!”


Natalie G.

“Natalie has house sit for me more than once and she’s the best! She sends me pics and updates on my dog and cat, and takes excellent care of them. Additionally, she doesn’t mind doing little household tasks (like rolling out my trash cans) which make traveling so much easier. Thank you!!!!”


Roy T.

“Roy is a fantastic sitter, and took amazing care of my dog, I was kept me up to date on the daily happenings of my dog, and I appreciated the pictures that were sent. My dog absolutely adored Roy! It can be difficult to find a good sitter who is comfortable watching reactive, bigger, needy dogs, but you can take comfort in knowing that Roy checks all the boxes of a sitter you can trust with your pet.”


Darlina K.

“This was our first time using a sitter for our dogs, and to say we were nervous is an understatement. We had so many rules, preferences, and expectations — and Darlina exceeded every single one of them. She sent frequent updates (without me having to ask!), shared tons of adorable photos, and followed our feeding and medication schedules to the letter. We have a senior dog and two others, and she cared for all of them over the weekend with so much love and attention. The moment we got home, our senior dog came downstairs — and instead of coming to us, she went straight to her. That told me everything I needed to know about the care and connection she provided. Darlina is incredibly sweet and communicative. She checked in with me multiple times before the stay and even came by a few days in advance just to walk the dogs with me and help them get comfortable with her before we left. This was truly the best first experience we could have ever asked for. Thank you so much, Darlina, for treating our pups like your own! We have found our regular sitter!”


Shelbi "Danni" L.

“Danni went above and beyond in taking care of my puppy during our first weekend trip away. I truly was able to relax knowing she was in good hands, as Danni is both experienced with dogs and very nurturing. I also really appreciated how she agreed to sit on such short notice, even July 4th nonetheless. She even generously cleaned up a few things at my home. I definitely recommend Danni and will continue to stay in touch!”


Lizzy T.


“Lizzy is a great pet sitter! She came to meet us before we went away and was super great with our cats, dog, and smaller pets. She sent lots of pictures and updates and was super on top of things while house sitting for us. We will definitely be reaching out to her again!”


Rene G.
“Rene is one of the best pet sitters I know! My dogs love him! He has both cats and dogs and they are very well cared for. Every time my dogs go to his house, they have a great time!! Can’t recommend him enough!”


Alyssa A.

“This was my second time having Alyssa watch my dog and it was fantastic! I was gone for an entire week and without her I’m sure his separation anxiety would’ve been pretty bad. She took him for walks and adventures daily, always sent updates and photos of their activities, and when she dropped him at my house, he was so sad to see her go that he pawed at the door because he missed her! Seriously recommend Alyssa!”


Madelyn D.

“She is great! My dog was wonderful and happy when I got home. She was very clean and my dog was well taken care of, she sent me pictures of my dog every day I was gone. I would definitely recommend her and will be using her again!”


Lai S.

“Lai was amazing! My dog had so much fun with her and her kids. She texted me pictures and updates frequently and felt really good about leaving my dog in her care. Thank you so much!!!”


Marilyn R.
“Our dogs fell in love with Marilyn. First time trying in-home sitting while were out. Marilyn has a way with dogs, we have a large husky-samoyed-malamute mix, and a nervous border collie that's still a puppy but doesn't warm up to people easily. They both had a great time, were happy, calm, and followed her to the door when she left to get more pets. We got lots of pics and videos while we were out so we could see they were enjoying themselves (so we could too!) Our dogs gave her a full 5 star review by the way they wanted her to stay longer, so we did too. So happy we found her, and hope she does this for many years. Our dogs are lucky we found her, you won't be disappointed.”


Alma O.

“Alma is absolutely incredible! My two little chihuahuas are rescues, they are very protective of their home and me. Alma was amazing! She made them feel safe and loved and developed a bond very quickly. My cat couldn’t get enough of her. My fur babies are my life and Alma was the best! I never worried and they were so happy. She is such a great person and great with all animals! Hire Alma!!!”


Brenda L.
“Brenda has assisted us in watching our dog Rocky, a 3yr old Goldendoodle. She reached out to confirm details on what Rocky’s schedule is throughout the day and abided by that. Since Rocky is high energy and needs his exercise she took him on two walks and even let him out in the backyard to run around. You can tell she has a true passion and love for animals. While we were gone she even helped with our gecko. She has been back a couple of times and Rocky is definitely happy with her.”


Grace B.
About: I was practically raised in a whelping box. My mother was a professional dog trainer, breeder, and shower. I have been around dogs, my entire life and own two of my own currently. I have also helped foster cats a majority of my life as well. Mainly kittens, but I’m no stranger to pet sitting elderly cats, and dogs as well. I understand both dog and cat body language very well due to my many years of experience. I also have over 4 years of pet sitting / house sitting experience with large and small dogs. I am currently attending college for my wildlife conservation and fishery technician certification, which require me to spend certain days at school. Depending on the semester, my schedule can vary. I have a fenced in yard with a 7 inch gap at the bottom due to the wheels on our mobile gate, other than that, there are no other holes. As long as there is ample parking, I am confident in any home And with any rules to ensure the safety of your house and your pets.


Amanda R.

“Amanda took excellent care of our 9 week old Bernadoodle puppy and left our home sparkling clean. Even our plants were well cared forr. Thurs was not an easy job, as we had juts brought our puppy home before the holiday and she’s not yet fully potty trained. Amanda was amazing with her and kept us updated on how she was doing. She is a lovely person to work with and a delight to have around. We will absolutely request her services again.”


Angalee K.

“Ange took great care of our shy elderly mini aussie and communicated well.”


Meredith M.

“Meredith did a fantastic job working with our senior pup! She was able to get our dog eating, something she rarely does when we’re away! So happy to find someone we trust, I will definitely use her again next time we go out of town.”


Alyssa M.

“Alyssa was great. She totally "got" all our instructions and was unfazed by our big, slobbery dog. She sent pictures and messages each day while we were away. We could tell Dawg had been well loved, and she left the house clean.”
Pocket pet parents share their Rover experiences
Sarah was absolutely amazing with my dog Emma and Piper. She came over for a meet and greet prior to the sitting with my dogs and they immediately liked her. I was gone for several days and she took great care of my pups. She sent videos and pictures every day. I would highly recommend Sarah and will certainly use her again!

Our family had a wonderful experience with Anna. Anna was very kind and easy to work with. She watched our three dogs while we were away. Two of our dogs are a bit high maintenance and she had no problems taking care of them. There was great communication as she would send us photos and videos of our dogs being cared for. We highly recommend Anna and of course will be using her in the future. Thank you Anna!!

Lance met with us before taking care of our cat to review the rules and instructions. Our cat immediately liked Lance which warmed put us at ease. His passion for pet care was evident from the beginning. While pet sitting, he kept us updated with frequent photos and messages, giving us peace of mind. Thanks to Lance, we never had to worry about our fur baby!

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Frequently asked questions about Rover
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 Pocket.
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. Pocket 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.
