House Sitting in Portar Ranch, Los Angeles, CA

“Kim is truly one of a kind. She watched our sweet girl while we were out of town, and to say she went above and beyond would be an understatement. Our dog has a seizure disorder and follows a strict medication schedule—not exactly easy care. But Kim handled everything with total confidence and care, allowing us to relax knowing Coco was in the best hands. During our trip, Coco had some stomach, upset which is not uncommon for her, and Kim responded with such grace and compassion. She not only cleaned everything thoroughly, but gave us many updates on how Coco was feeling. We certainly did not expect Kim to clean up at the level that she did and we are forever grateful. On top of everything, Kim took the initiative to wash all the bedsheets and towels and somehow managed to leave our home spotless, even better than we left it. What touched us most was the compassion behind everything she did while taking care of Coco. On top of it all, she gifted us a breathtaking hand-drawn sketch of our beloved girl. It brought tears to our eyes—so much love captured in every line. That drawing, and Kim’s kindness will stay with us forever. Thank you, Kim!!!”

Lisa N.

“I am Brooke’s first client with Rover and I definitely won’t be her last! She was a delight to have stay in my house with my three dogs. She took especially amazing care of my 16 year old who is blind and mostly deaf and still managed played all day with our other 2 pups. I received many photos and videos without prompt. We will definitely be asking Brooke back to help us out when we travel. Highly recommend her!”

Kimberley C.

“Nancy was great in communicating and caring for my dog. She went above and beyond and was a great companion for an older dog. My dog was a happy camper!”

Carrie S.

“Amanda was great with our dog. She sent us photo updates frequently and took amazing care of our fuzzy son. We will call her every time we need support and supervision for our dog!”

Jon W.

About: Hi there! You can call me Joy :) when I care for your pet I will send you updates with pictures and can communicate every good, not so good, and/or boring detail with you! I do not hesitate to ask for clarification on anything when it comes to the needs of you and your pet. I am also happy to help you with any other house chores while you are away (collecting mail, watering plants, etc). I find it important to set up a meet and greet with you and your pet if possible. When I care for your pet I understand that I am in the space they call home. Building trust with you and your pet is an important first step for me to provide the best services for your needs. In 2018 I adopted a dog of my own and she is my world! I adopted my dog through Best Friends Animal Shelter and she came with little to no background information. She was fearful and showed signs of a traumatized past. I had to train a puppy during the “T-Rex” phase (RIP many articles of clothing and furniture legs” and learned that several rounds of fetch will only slow a working dog for about 20 min before they’re ready to go again. The biggest skill I learned when adopting my dog was handling her reactivity. She was the sweetest girl at home, mostly shy in the beginning and hesitant to come out of her shell. So it was a huge shock when taking her out on her first few walks to see her lunge and pull with all her might towards everything and everyone that passed by. Her size and breed made it especially stressful and embarrassing and there were many days where I felt like I couldn’t handle it. With a lot of patience and treats and maybe also some crying Kona came out of her first year at home a thriving happy girl! Bringing her home was one of the most challenging experiences of my life but watching her grow and blossom into the silly, loving pup she is has been the greatest reward. I have a set schedule at my part time job and can establish morning/afternoon/night schedules around it. I am also in the process of applying for grad school and would love to prioritize pet care as my main job if possible, I am eager to build a clientele! As the owner of a reactive dog I am comfortable reading behavioral cues that may indicate if your pet is in need of extra support, attention, or space.

“Tamara was such a wonderful dog sitter for our sweet boy, Wallace. She was very communicative and sent so many cute videos and photos!! She even made a trip to TJ Maxx for some blankets for our boy, to help alleve some of his anxiety. We appreciated her so much and would absolutely have her stay over again.”

Madeline F.

“Lisa was amazing with my baby, Dolly. She showed up for our meet n greet ready with treats and immediately Dolly connected with her. Lisa knew right away we were on a routine and feeding/treat schedule and stuck to it. She’s a very respectful house guest but more importantly she’s the perfect person to care for your special fur baby! Highly recommend Lisa!”

Stacy F.

About: So many friends and neighbors wanted me to take care of their dogs when i was just a kid cause they knew that i can understand their language. I have experiences with puppies and senior care. I know that all doggies need different care. I am very good at potty training and obedience training. I also have first aid training🤍 Please read the following before booking either of these services: Day Care means: Between 0-10 hours Boarding means: Between 10-24 hours For summer period i am free every day and i can start working really early if my client needs. I don’t like to go for walks so late for me and my client’s safety. I have fenced yard house and i don’t have animals at my house. I only walk with leash, sometimes dogs see rabbits or squirrels and chase after them. We don’t want anyone to get hurt or scared 🫶🏻

“I was very happy with Christina who took care of my elderly dog, Milo. She was pro active when it looked like he might need a vet visit and kept me informed. When I returned home, she had taken out the trash and made sure Milo's dishes were clean. That was greatly appreciated. i would highly recommend her and would use her again.”

Michele D.

“Lexy did an amazing job watching my two dogs. She stayed in our home with the dogs for three days and the dogs loved her. They had so much fun and she sent a lot of pictures and videos during her stay. I would definitely recommend her and book her again.”

Miriah S.

About: NEW TO ROVER? Get $20 OFF ON YOUR FIRST BOOKING BY USING THE PROMO CODE: ALEXIL46549 **VALID FOR FIRST-TIME ROVER CUSTOMERS ONLY. 🐶 Hi there! My wife and I are lifelong pet lovers-we both grew up in homes filled with animals and couldn't imagine life without them. For us, pets are true family members, and we care for every dog we host as if they were our own. I work part-time, and my wife is a full-time stay-at-home mom, so one (or both) of us is always home to give your dog plenty of love, attention, and playtime throughout the day. We're available any day of the week, and our schedule is very flexible. ⏰Drop-offs and pick-ups are usually best between 8:00AM and 10:00 PM, as we adjust our routine around our baby's schedule-but we're happy to discuss other times if needed (additional fees may apply). We only host one Rover family at a time to ensure your pet receives our full attention and care. If you have two dogs, we're more than happy to welcome both! Otherwise, your pup will be our only guest during their stay. 👶🏻Our baby also adores dogs! Just let us know if your pup is comfortable around children so we can make sure it's the right fit. 🔒Our home is always secure-doors are locked, and all outdoor time is fully supervised. We have both a fenced and an open yard for play, and we run HVAC 24/7 to keep the indoor temperature comfortable year-round. Feel free to book a Meet & Greet or message us with any questions! Bonus: We also speak Spanish!

“Janelle was perfect for a last minute busy day! Received lots of pictures and updates :)”

Danielle P.

“Jayda stayed over night and took great care of Bruce!!! We had an incident with Bruce catching a squirrel on my patio, and Jayda handled the situation perfectly. She immediately called me, sent photos, cleaned his paws and the mess and kept me updated on the situation status. She cared for my home and Bruce with great kindness, care and compassion. I’m really happy to have had Jayda there and thankful she handled this emergency with such professional care. We’ll definitely use her services again! ♥️”

Leeza P.

About: I grew up with dogs and a love for animals! As an aspiring veterinarian I have dedicated majority of my volunteer hours helping animals and their environment. I have experience in taking care of both cats and dogs at vet clinics and foster shelters. I will take care of your pets like they are my own! I am available for weekdays during the summer and I will work around my school schedule on the weeks and weekends during fall and spring. I do not offer my house, but I can house sit and take your pets for walks, as well as watch, clean and care for them.

“Heather kindly helped care for my two ragdoll cats. I appreciated her flexibility and reliability while I was away. My kitties are usually quite social, so I’m hopeful that with a bit more time and familiarity, they’ll warm up more on the next visit. I’m looking forward to having her back again soon.”

Ute S.

About: My family has been boarding dogs since I was 10 years old, so I grew up taking care of animals. Between the hundreds of dogs I’ve cared for, I have never met a dog, big or small, that I didn’t like. I walk, feed, and pick up after dogs every day! My schedule tightens when college starts in late September, but my summers and weekends are very flexible! I am always willing to negotiate for most times of day. I like to take pictures of the dogs I meet to send to the owners as a check up (with permission). I am always attentive and prioritize confirming the animal’s wellbeing above all else, whether that be making sure the dog eats before I leave or is cool enough in the California heat.

“Sara is fantastic! She’s kind, professional and compassionate and made an instant connection with my dogs. She got to know them and all their little quirks and they loved their time with her. She sent lots of pics and videos and made me feel completely at ease while I was gone.”

Teri N.

“Jenna was fantastic at taking care of our fur babies while we were away for the weekend! She helped us last minute which was much appreciated, and helped us feel at ease during our stay away with so many pictures and videos. Our dog got so many walks in, he was spoiled indeed. And our house was well taken care of as well. Thank you so much Jenna for everything! We truly appreciate it 🙏🏻”

Loretta S.

“Van is an excellent house sitter! She communicates very well, making sure to send me daily updates, pics and videos. I could enjoy my vacation but also felt well connected. She also took very good cares of my pups, adored them and interacted with them. From the pics and videos she sent I could tell my pups adores her too. She didn’t just take care of my pups but actually took care of the house. She vacuumed, washed the sheets and towels, even left us a pop mart blind box for present. She is the best sitter we ever had!”

Paula L.

“Hi – we have just arrived home and everything looks great. Have the dogs been fed breakfast today and have they been given the medication? I know it’s still very early but I just want to make sure that I don’t give them the medication twice. If they have not been fed breakfast, don’t worry about coming over to give it to them. We have gotten home early enough to take care of it. Please let me know.”

Maureen T.