House Sitting in Professorville, Palo Alto
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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.
“Evelyn took care of our rescue dog like her own. She made sure to review our guide in advance (our dog has some triggers based on his shelter experience). She was very affectionate and our dog ended up cuddling with her. Would love to book Evelyn again!”
“CJ took excellent care of Eliza, despite her getting up to some naughty puppy shenanigans while we were gone. He was proactive and did exactly what we would have done to take care of our girl. He sent lots of photos and regularly updated us on how she was doing. She seemed happy and well taken care of when we arrived home. He left our house extremely clean and tidy as well. We’ve already booked him for another upcoming trip!”
“Aimee was beyond terrific. She took such great care of both Jasper my super finicky outdoor cat (Mainecoon), that doesn’t generally warm up to folks upon meeting and Cooper, my super high energy, Australian Shepherd. She took Cooper to the park every day and even took him to the beach to play. She got Jasper to come in and eat and play twice a day which is next to a miracle. She sent pictures throughout the day to show how much fun the pets were having with her. They both went on a walk with her and seem to really love her.”
“This was the first time I left my dog with someone who wasn’t family overnight. Austin asked a lot of good questions that made me feel at ease during our meet and greet because it showed he was experienced and cared. He sent regular updates with photos and videos throughout the weekend. It seems like my dog enjoyed his company and I look forward to their next stay together.”
“Kimberly is great- Emmy loves her! She makes traveling so much easier, and she takes adorable photos of Emmy with the zoomies, playing hide-and-seek, and curled up looking cozy. Couldn't be happier!”
“Emmy was happy and relaxed when I got home -- that's all I can ask for, really :) More broadly, Elissa was responsible and communicative. I will definitely be working with her again!”
“Linh has watched my dog a few times and does a great job with her! I got videos every day from her which helped me be at ease knowing my pup was happy!”
“Ahmyah was a wonderful dog sitter for Max. She took care of him lovingly and the house while we were away. We could tell Max was having a great time as she shared pictures of him a long the way. Ahmyah is very responsible and we will definitely use her again. Highly recommend.”
About: I’ve had all different kinds of pets ranging from turtles, bunnies, chickens, and dogs since I was 5 years old. My last dog was a small dog and I’ve sat big dogs in the past. I’m currently on summer break from my university and don’t have a part time or full time job so I’ll have lots of time to take care of any pups! My house is fenced, and I have a little goldfish pond I’m creating netting over top of. My chickens are in a contained area without outside access and I currently don’t have any other pets inside of my home, so the dog could be crated or left to roam around depending on whatever is preferred.
“Kathryn house sat and took care of my dog Milo for a week. She was flexible, easy to communicate with and took excellent care of my home and puppy. Highly recommend! I will definitely work with her again. Thank you Kathryn!”
“Silvana was a perfect sitter for our two doggies. She is conscientious, caring, and devoted to her charges. She spent a good deal of time with the dogs on walks and playing in the park. She also seems to have instilled some discipline we had not done. Silvana sent is photos daily with Updates on how the dogs were doing. We will absolutely entrust our doggies to her again.”
“Ella was so sweet and wonderful with our boys. So thankful she was available last minute when we had an emergency flight change and she was adaptable and flexible in getting to our boys! She provided great updates and communication and we would love to have her back”
“Thank you Ciara for being so wonderful to Buddy. We always appreciate the great job you do and knowing he is safe and being well taken care of.”
“Ashely was amazing. Super responsive and responsible. Took such great care of our dogs as though they were her own. It was July 4 weekend and one of our dogs is terrified of fireworks. Ashely cuddled with her through the night until the fireworks were over to make sure she was comfortable. Will definitely use Ashely again!”
“Caroline was a great find to care for our pet while we traveled for work. She was responsive, prompt to take up her duties and a fabulous pet photographer. Best pictures in years. She was also kind and attentive to our home which was much a ppreciated. Five stars — highly recommended.”
“We are so grateful that Yaho was able to take on our booking last minute! She made the process smooth from the start, taking the time to meet with us online, ask thoughtful questions, and really get to know our dogs’ needs. During the stay, she went above and beyond—keeping their routines consistent, giving them plenty of love and attention, and sending us regular photo updates that put our minds at ease. Her communication was fantastic, and to top it all off, she even brought our trash cans back in! We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would absolutely book her again. Highly recommend!”
“Stephanie was amazing with my two anxious dogs! She was so patient and sweet and went above and beyond to make sure they were comfortable while we were away. She sent daily updates and photos which really gave me peace of mind. It's obvious how much she cares about the well being of animals and has a gift working with them. She also left my house spotless. I highly recommend Stephanie for pet sitting!”
About: I grew up surrounded by animals and I have had dogs and cats as pets all my life. I genuily care for them, for their hapiness and well being. I respect their boudaries and I am mindful for their heatlh. I never skip playtime (including for cats, if they want to, of course), and part of my reward is receiving that wigly-tail and belly-up combo, and I think a purr is the best sound in the world. I am responsible, always on time, and have years of experience sitting pets, including senior dogs. I could do night care, weekends and even some hours during weekdays if close to my location. Really depends on each specific situation, but I am very flexible. I have a fenced area with over 400 sqft for playtime. My neighborhood is very dog friendly and safe, with an off leash park close by if desired. I have also taken dogs in hikes nearby on weekends for longer exercise time.
About: As an animal lover from a young age, I’ve been taking care of dogs for awhile, including dog sitting and dog walking family/friends pets’, and volunteering at a local animal shelter. I’m currently on summer vacation before college starts, so I have plenty of time for pet care. I am available on most weekdays and the occasional weekends. I’m my clients home, I will get a good feel for the area so ensure that I am following all protocols. Your pet feel safe and comfortable as I’m sure they typically do in your home.
“Kiara did an amazing job house sitting for us! She left our home tidy and followed all instructions. Our dog and cat were well cared for and happy. We would happily book with her again!”
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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.
Evelyn A.
“Evelyn took care of our rescue dog like her own. She made sure to review our guide in advance (our dog has some triggers based on his shelter experience). She was very affectionate and our dog ended up cuddling with her. Would love to book Evelyn again!”
CJ T.
“CJ took excellent care of Eliza, despite her getting up to some naughty puppy shenanigans while we were gone. He was proactive and did exactly what we would have done to take care of our girl. He sent lots of photos and regularly updated us on how she was doing. She seemed happy and well taken care of when we arrived home. He left our house extremely clean and tidy as well. We’ve already booked him for another upcoming trip!”
Aimee H.
“Aimee was beyond terrific. She took such great care of both Jasper my super finicky outdoor cat (Mainecoon), that doesn’t generally warm up to folks upon meeting and Cooper, my super high energy, Australian Shepherd. She took Cooper to the park every day and even took him to the beach to play. She got Jasper to come in and eat and play twice a day which is next to a miracle. She sent pictures throughout the day to show how much fun the pets were having with her. They both went on a walk with her and seem to really love her.”
Austin S.
“This was the first time I left my dog with someone who wasn’t family overnight. Austin asked a lot of good questions that made me feel at ease during our meet and greet because it showed he was experienced and cared. He sent regular updates with photos and videos throughout the weekend. It seems like my dog enjoyed his company and I look forward to their next stay together.”
Kimberly K.
“Kimberly is great- Emmy loves her! She makes traveling so much easier, and she takes adorable photos of Emmy with the zoomies, playing hide-and-seek, and curled up looking cozy. Couldn't be happier!”
Elissa G.
“Emmy was happy and relaxed when I got home -- that's all I can ask for, really :) More broadly, Elissa was responsible and communicative. I will definitely be working with her again!”
Linh T.
“Linh has watched my dog a few times and does a great job with her! I got videos every day from her which helped me be at ease knowing my pup was happy!”
Ahmyah H.
“Ahmyah was a wonderful dog sitter for Max. She took care of him lovingly and the house while we were away. We could tell Max was having a great time as she shared pictures of him a long the way. Ahmyah is very responsible and we will definitely use her again. Highly recommend.”
June B.
“June is a great, she was on time and took amazing care of my dogs she left my house very clean and was easily reachable”
Kathryn W.
“Kathryn house sat and took care of my dog Milo for a week. She was flexible, easy to communicate with and took excellent care of my home and puppy. Highly recommend! I will definitely work with her again. Thank you Kathryn!”
Silvana P.
“Silvana was a perfect sitter for our two doggies. She is conscientious, caring, and devoted to her charges. She spent a good deal of time with the dogs on walks and playing in the park. She also seems to have instilled some discipline we had not done. Silvana sent is photos daily with Updates on how the dogs were doing. We will absolutely entrust our doggies to her again.”
Ella J.
“Ella was so sweet and wonderful with our boys. So thankful she was available last minute when we had an emergency flight change and she was adaptable and flexible in getting to our boys! She provided great updates and communication and we would love to have her back”
Ciara P.
“Thank you Ciara for being so wonderful to Buddy. We always appreciate the great job you do and knowing he is safe and being well taken care of.”
Ashely O.
“Ashely was amazing. Super responsive and responsible. Took such great care of our dogs as though they were her own. It was July 4 weekend and one of our dogs is terrified of fireworks. Ashely cuddled with her through the night until the fireworks were over to make sure she was comfortable. Will definitely use Ashely again!”
Caroline W.
“Caroline was a great find to care for our pet while we traveled for work. She was responsive, prompt to take up her duties and a fabulous pet photographer. Best pictures in years. She was also kind and attentive to our home which was much a ppreciated. Five stars — highly recommended.”
Yahosca Q.
“We are so grateful that Yaho was able to take on our booking last minute! She made the process smooth from the start, taking the time to meet with us online, ask thoughtful questions, and really get to know our dogs’ needs. During the stay, she went above and beyond—keeping their routines consistent, giving them plenty of love and attention, and sending us regular photo updates that put our minds at ease. Her communication was fantastic, and to top it all off, she even brought our trash cans back in! We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would absolutely book her again. Highly recommend!”
Stephanie S.
“Stephanie was amazing with my two anxious dogs! She was so patient and sweet and went above and beyond to make sure they were comfortable while we were away. She sent daily updates and photos which really gave me peace of mind. It's obvious how much she cares about the well being of animals and has a gift working with them. She also left my house spotless. I highly recommend Stephanie for pet sitting!”
GUILHERME P.
“Guilherme is an incredibly responsible and loving pet caregiver. He’s patient, attentive, and genuinely enjoys spending time with animals. Pets feel comfortable and happy around him. I’ve seen firsthand how well he cares for them, always ensuring their safety and well-being. I would highly recommend him to anyone on Rover!”
Nishi G.
“Our labradoodle Bagheera absolutely loves spending time with Nishi! 🐶 Nishi is incredibly attentive and loving, and Bagheera always comes home happy and excited after their walks. Nishi is clearly a true animal lover and goes above and beyond to make sure Bagheera is comfortable and well-cared for. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a responsible and compassionate pet caregiver. 👍”
Kiara G.
“Kiara did an amazing job house sitting for us! She left our home tidy and followed all instructions. Our dog and cat were well cared for and happy. We would happily book with her again!”
Professorville pet parents share their Rover experiences
So fortunate to have Susannah. She truly goes above and beyond to make our dog comfortable and to make us comfortable. A wonderful guest in our home.
Danae is responsible and trustworthy. She took great care of our kitty, Ginger. She followed all the directions and provided timely updates.
I feel so lucky to have found Ian. Their love and caring soul is immediately perceptible and my dogs felt at home. They are super communicative; great at taking care of senior dogs on “Hermione level potions” of medications and food; adaptable to whatsapp if you’re out of the country and you get tons of videos and pictures. I think my Kimmie misses playtime with her pup friends there. I feel like Ian is a gem to be treasured as a dog sitter and will definitely use them in the future.
Emma was great with Moose. Easy to communicate with and responsive. I returned to a happy dog and a tidy home so overall very happy with her! Will definitely have her back to help with Moose again.
Brianna was everything we wanted in a in-home pet sitter for our golden retriever. She was a very prompt communicator, clearly good with pups, and left our home spotless. I would highly recommend.
Kendall was an absolute dream dog sitter! She took great care of our dog Ruby while we were away on family vacation for just over 2 weeks. Not only did she follow our routines for feeding and regular walks, but she also took wonderful care of our home--everything was clean, tidy, and in amazing shape after her time with us. She left our home in better shape than she found it and was great about sending pics and updates about our pup while we were away. What more could you ask for?! She was a delight to work with--kind, communicative, and with wonderful manners--and we sincerely hope she will watch Ruby any time we have need for a dog sitter in the future!
Ella was so sweet and wonderful with our boys. So thankful she was available last minute when we had an emergency flight change and she was adaptable and flexible in getting to our boys! She provided great updates and communication and we would love to have her back
Dominique was a pleasure to deal with from start to finish. She took great care of our dogs, including one who needs his meds administered on a specific schedule. Sent pics and akways replied to Ann questions I had. She was both responsive and responsible. Left the house in great shape. Highly recommend Dominique!
Hannah did an absolutely amazing job taking care of our dog Casper while we were away! She went above and beyond—not only giving Casper lots of love and attention, but also caring for our chickens and fish, and keeping the house spotless. We really appreciated the daily photo updates, which gave us so much peace of mind. Casper looked so happy and relaxed in every picture! Hannah is reliable, thoughtful, and clearly has a natural way with animals. We highly recommend her and would gladly have her sit for us again!
Maria was excellent! We’d be happy to have her stay with our pup who needs an emotional support human at all times. She went the extra mile with our anxious boy keeping him company while eating (and sharing lots of treats). She’s a great communicator and asks great questions. Maria and our pup hit it off fast. We love our boy so much and we could tell Maria provided as much love as we would give him. Thank you Maria!
Austin was thoughtful and prudent in taking care of our dog Sasha. Sasha got walks and lots of playtime and felt comfortable with Austin. We welcomed the frequent text updates and photos. Austin also kept our home in good condition. We look forward to future dogsitting visits.
Layla was great with our two dogs! They were very well cared for as was our garden, which needed watering while we were away. She left the house very clean and was very communicative, sending pictures to let us know everything was fine. I highly recommend Layla!!
Yahosca did an excellent job caring for my dogs Oreo and Daisy. I hired her to walk them twice beforehand so they could become familiar with her before pet-sitting at our home. The dogs calmed down around her, which eased our worries. She was punctual, responsive, and checked in several times. We intend to rebook her for future vacations and trips.
Ashely was amazing. Super responsive and responsible. Took such great care of our dogs as though they were her own. It was July 4 weekend and one of our dogs is terrified of fireworks. Ashely cuddled with her through the night until the fireworks were over to make sure she was comfortable. Will definitely use Ashely again!
Kiara was amazing! George took to her immediately during the meet and greet. We knew he would be in great hands while we were gone. Kiara sent us updates while we were gone and we came home to a very happy George. I would gladly book her again and highly recommend!
Amy was sooo great! Super responsive and easy to communicate with throughout the whole stay. I really appreciated how she left the house—everything was how we left it, and she even washed and remade the bed, which was such a nice surprise to come home to. But most importantly, I felt like I could fully rely on her and knew our cats were safe and happy. I’ll definitely be booking her again for my next trip:)
Marin did dog sitting for your 4 month super energetic puppy (Cherry) and house sat as well. She was a pro at helping with the Cherry's playing, walking and all the schedule, including early morning wake-ups and other puppy craziness. Cherry was so happy with her. She house sat in addition to pet sitting and left the house in immaculate condition. 5 stars!
Genevieve did a great job taking care of our 3 girls while we were out of town. She followed our instructions well and we truly felt comfortable knowing they were in good hands.
Dana was so kind, attentive and patient with our puppy. We really appreciate her helping us last minute and being flexible. Our puppy had the best time playing with her!
Caroline was a great find to care for our pet while we traveled for work. She was responsive, prompt to take up her duties and a fabulous pet photographer. Best pictures in years. She was also kind and attentive to our home which was much a ppreciated. Five stars — highly recommended.
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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 Professorville.
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. Professorville 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
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