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“It is not easy to find someone that will care for you family pet, especially when they get up in years and require a bit more care. The struggle is real. Then like magic appears the perfect, most caring, attentive, loving person. I have never felt so comfortable leaving LillyJetJoy with anyone. I received daily updates and photos. Her medications were administered and her "senior" issues were attended to and considered with her walks, sleep and meals. Once you find such a great care provider, you almost dont want to share. However, I must. Kerri is highly highly recommended.”
“Julia and Frances absolutely spoiled our pups! They took great care of them and gave so many snuggles. They sent us updates and pics every day. They were happy to come out for a meet and greet so we had time to get to know them before our trip. It made us feel better knowing there was a pair of people looking after our pups, in case anything happened. Very happy and will use Frances and Julia again!”
“We had a great experience leaving our dogs, cat, and home in Annie's care! She was communicative and shared lots of photos but also gave us the freedom to enjoy our time away. The animals seemed to enjoy their time with her and the house was in great shape when we came home. Really all you can ask for! We look forward to using Annie's services again in the future.”
“Tom did a great job with Chidi! He can be tricky and he was very patient as Chidi reacclimated. He also shoveled our stairs and cleaned off our car after the snow which was nice to come home to.”
About: Hi! I’m an animal husbandry trainer for seals and sea lions. However, I grew up with dogs, cats, rabbits, and goats! I can’t wait to meet your furry friend. I can also take care of fish and do water quality and system maintenance. I am available all day and night Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday! I also have availability after 6:00pm Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. I work from Thursday-Saturday at an aquarium (7am-4:30). I will make sure that your pet is treated with proper care and attention. If you have a shy animal, I will be happy to be patient, soft voiced, and gentle. If you have a energetic animal I will gladly match their energy!
About: I love animals and i’m going to college to become a vet. I want to start working with animals now so I have some more experience I am available Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday right now for walks, sitting, playtime, anything anyone needs for their pups. I love animals and can’t wait to me your pups. I used to have a dog and I took her on walks all the time and made sure she was very well taken care of
“I hesitate to write this review not because James isn’t the absolute DREAM sitter (spoiler alert, he is) but because I’m worried when I tell you all how fantastic he is, he will be too busy for us to book him again! James has an incredible connection with animals. Our dog is very particular and honestly dislikes most people upon first meeting them but he took to James right away. James spoiled him in the best ways while we were out of town and truly treated him like he was his own. We got the most darling photo and videos updates as well as detailed texts. On top of that, we were so comfortable having him stay at our home. He was respectful and thoughtful and went above and beyond to leave our place somehow even better than we left it. James you are a treasure, Thank you thank you!”
“Liz is the best! She was available on short notice to housesit my two doggies. From the initial meet and greet I knew Liz was great. You can just tell if someone knows dogs and loves them. Throughout the trip, she was highly responsive and forward with any updates. Honestly, I’m so glad I found Liz. I will use her for all bookings going forward and I will highly recommend her to anybody. And know that I am not a bot or a pre-populated review. I am a real person who needed a dog sitter from a Memorial Day holiday weekend and Liz came through! I am grateful to her.”
About: I've been around animals my entire life and have experience with both dogs and cats. I volunteered at the SPCALA animal shelter for several years, helping care for animals of all ages and personalities. I grew up with two cats and have also fostered pets, giving me experience helping animals adjust to new environments. I had a beloved dog who lived into her 20s, and my family recently foster-failed our newest dog. After recently moving to the area, I'm away from my dog and definitely missing having animals around every day. Caring for pets brings me so much joy, and I would love the opportunity to give your pets the same love, attention, and care that I've always given my own. I am currently on summer break from my teaching position and working remotely, which gives me a very flexible schedule throughout the week. Because my work is portable, I can be available for walks, drop-in visits, feeding, playtime, and companionship during hours when many sitters may be unavailable. My schedule allows me to give pets plenty of attention and care rather than just quick check-ins. As a teacher, I am responsible, patient, detail-oriented, and comfortable following routines, all of which translate well to providing dependable care for your pets. Whether I am caring for pets in my home or in a client's home, my priority is making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while maintaining their normal routine as much as possible. I live in a spacious apartment in a safe, pet-friendly neighborhood near a lake, which provides a great environment for walks, exercise, and enrichment. Potty breaks are easy and frequent since I live on the second floor with quick access outside. I make sure pets have plenty of attention, playtime, fresh water, feeding according to their schedule, and lots of affection. I understand that every pet has different needs and personalities, so I am happy to follow any instructions regarding routines, medications, exercise, training, or special care. When caring for pets in a client's home, I treat both the pets and the home with the same respect and care that I would my own.
“I am very happy to have had Amanda to take of my tribe this past weekend. I’ve never had to ask Outside of family to help watch my pets and her services provided such comfort and ease. She is someone I will definitely use again!”
“Natalie is fantastic! Her calendar is up-to-date, and she responds quickly. She's has an easy-going comfortable way around dogs that will make you comfortable leaving your dog with her. Our dog tends to be people shy and she loved Natalie right away.”
About: I currently have two senior dogs of my own. I am currently pursuing my associate degree in animal science. I have taken several classes on canine behavior, nutrition, and common health issues. I'm currently working part time, but your pets will be my priority. I have pretty open availability. During the summer I don't have classes, so I am looking to fill my time. With my two senior dogs, I am experienced animals who have health issues and providing medication regularly. I have a safe, realible vehicle to transport the animals if needed. I have experience training and coping with difficult behaviors.
“Ailish is a wonderful sitter!! She took excellent care of our two dogs and home. She is super nice, friendly, and easy to communicate with. I very highly recommend her and will have her sit for us again in the future.”
About: I’ve been surrounded by dogs and cats my entire life, growing up with over 10 family and community dogs. For the past 5 years I've been pet sitting and dog walking for friends, coworkers, and neighbors. I love spending time playing, cuddling, and walking with dogs (and cats!) of all breeds, and I’m experienced with handling everything from playful pups to more energetic or strong-willed dogs. I pride myself on following owner instructions for commands and leash handling, as well as providing attentive care for cats. Whatever your pets need, I’m here to help! Flexible Weekdays - I WFH on a flexible schedule each week, so whenever I do WFH I can pop by to dog walk, feed, or play with your pets as needed! I'll do my best to keep the schedule feature on my profile up to date each week! Weekends - Typically available to pet sit or anything else as needed! My priority with all pets is their safety and care, so I will always follow any owner instructions provided to me to keep pets comfortable and happy. Whether it's guidance on feeding scheduling to preferred walking route to hand/word commands, I take owner instructions seriously for all clients.
“Erica was amazing! So kind and thoughtful with our pup. We highly recommend her. As a house guest she also took great care of our place and it felt pristine when we got back. And now, with a cleaned up fetch stick pile in the yard :)”
About: For the past few years now I’ve been a dog sitter for my family and friends, walking, playing, feeding, and cleaning up after them I can house sit, dog walk, and do drop in visits, Any time of the day Mondays to Fridays, And weekends if needed anything works. I get to learn pets usually routine. How many times a day to walk them, when and how to feed them, and their bed time.
“Omar was so wonderful and professional with our senior cat and senior dog. He was respectful of our home while house sitting and left it in great condition! Omar is also genuinely a wonderful guy, super great to work with and trustworthy. We can’t wait to book him again!”
Over 121 pet parents in Reading have booked house sitting
Reading pet parents share their Rover experiences
Jamila is hands down the best pet & home sitter out there. She knows our fur babies and caters to their individual needs and preferences. She is awesome about providing regular updates, sending photos, etc. She is super proactive and keeps notes from prior visits. If you are looking for a professional (!!) pet and house sitter look no further.
Kirsten & Carmelo did a great job watching over our two dogs while we were on vacation. One of our dogs is not a big fan of new people and the other dog does not like other dogs which makes walking them together very difficult, but Kirsten and Carmelo did a great job managing their competing personalities. The dogs also got a lot of love and plenty of time playing soccer in our backyard!
My dog is reactive but Daniela not only handled him but my brothers dog for 4 days as well. My dog warmed to her immediately. Daniela asked thoughtful questions about my pup's care when we first met that let me know my pup was in good hands. She took good care of my pup and provided a lot of updates and photos that helped put my mind at ease while traveling. Highly, Highly recommend!
Christine was very responsive and thoughtful in caring for our cats She sent us pictures twice a day and made sure we knew our cats were well taken of. When booking Christine responded immediately and was willing to meet our cats beforehand. We look forward to using Christine as a cat sitter again!
Annmarie was the best! She came to our house twice beforehand to meet the dogs and asked me a bunch of questions about their routine and habits. She sent pictures daily to us and lot of pictures of them. I didn’t have to worry about them at all. I would use her again in a heartbeat!
There’s only about 5 people in this world that I would trust and feel comfortable with to take care of my dogs, and Sarah is now one of them. She is a very kind and authentic person, so I didn’t have to worry at all while I was away. She made sure to ask all about our routine, feeding schedules, walks and treats. She was also very respectful and left my house clean and tidy. Thank you so much Sarah, we appreciate the help!
Finding someone to care for your pets while you’re away can be hard and can bring up lots of anxieties. If you’re looking for someone reliable and kind to take great care of your pets, Owen is your guy. Owen stayed with our dog Zuko and cat Willow for 7 days. He kept us well informed, sent lots of pictures and gave them lots of love. Thank you, Owen!
Colin exceeded our expectations in pet sitting our Tibetan terrier, Buzzy. He was extremely communicative to us as we travelled abroad over Christmas, was so kind to Buzzy (a newly adopted dog) and took exceptional care of him whilst simultaneously respecting our home. I cannot recommend Colin highly enough. 100/100!!!
Ashley was awesome. I am a very particular dog parent and my pup Ziggy has a lot of quirks. Ashley listened to every single one and helped me manage his allergies while I was gone during the week. Ashley is also super nice and easy to chat with, Ziggy loved her!
Tanya was terrific with our dog and cat while we were away for 5 days. She followed our guidance and ensured that both pets received special care. She sent regular updates and pictures, as requested, and we could relax while we were away, knowing our little guys were under kind and safe care. Our home was well cared for and Tanya was conscientious about collecting our mail and deliveries We will be definitely rebook Tanya when we are next out of town.
Abbie was GREAT! We had never left our pup w/ anyone but family! She warmed up to him right away. (He was a little stubborn but he came around) It was a piece of mind having him in our house. She came slept w/ him @ night. It was a great fit! I will DEFINITELY be using Abbie again!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Reading is $60
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Sitters in Reading average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Reading on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $60 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 Jun 2026, there are 5,820 house sitters in Reading. 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, 84% of Reading house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Reading have an average of 14 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Reading.
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. Reading 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.
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