House Sitting in Riva
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“We left our 9year old Yorkie in the care of Jean. Our sweet little dog has separation anxiety that prevents us from boarding here. Thus the need for a dog sitter who will stay in our home. Jean took great care of both our home and our sweet Eloise.”
“Ava is consistently wonderful with our cat snd our anxious, senior dog. She’s super communicative, and puts us at ease. We never worry about leaving town if Ava is with our pets!”
“Dominique is reliable and responsive. She kept me informed during my time away, sending photos and assurances that Lexi was safe and well. She left my house immaculate.”
“Nan was so much fun to work with and took amazing care of our 3 cats in our home! We appreciated the pictures of them while gone and her sense of humor!”
“Addie was so incredible watching our Vizsla for a few days while out of town. She consistently checked in and sent tons of photos & videos. Highly recommend if you are looking for someone who is kind & gentle with your furry family member.”
About: Iv owned dogs my entire life. I moved to the area recently. I can water plants. I follow instructions. I have no issues with medications or spending all the quality time with the dog. I do have a 9-5 but afterwards I am free every day. Wednesday and Fridays I currently work from home. I'm pretty much a homebody and will stay instead of go out. Take dogs for walks, play if the dog so chooses. Lots of pets and cuddles and words of affirmation. Each dog is different and each care needs to be catered to the dog.
“Gabriella did a great job watching our dog who is very anxious. When we arrived back home, everything was tidy and our dog seemed to be in good spirits. I would totally recommend Gabriella for in-house dog/cat sitting.”
“The best!! I have an anxious rescue dog who is a love but very attached me! Her and Elizabeth bonded and Elizabeth could not have been sweeter to our dog!! She also was so professional and kind- she left a note and gave us a card and flowers as it was our wedding weekend that she watched our dog. HIGHLY recommend!!”
“Aliyah was an amazing sitter. She was amazing with our dog. Was very communicative and sent lots of pictures! Would highly recommend!”
“Jamie was easy to communicate with, and just an overall nice person. Our Pitbull and Chihuahua were well cared for- we came home to happy, healthy dogs! She was kind enough to water our plants, too, and we returned to a house that was as clean as we left it. She texted pictures of them daily & we got to just have peace of mind and enjoy our trip. I would definitely call on her in the future, and I would recommend her to friends. Thank you, Jaimie!!!”
“Thomas was great! Dogs were quick to warm up to him and he took great care of them and our cat while we were out of town. He gave us updates throughout our travels. As much as we hate leaving the pups, it was great to know they were well cared for in our absence.”
“Cassie took care of my senior kitty with kidney disease over the weekend, and she was absolutely wonderful. Very attentive to Tali's needs, and respectful of the home. I would love to book Cassie again.”
“I reached out to Liza late in the evening the day before I required in-home visits for my dogs. To my relief, she responded swiftly and confirmed her availability. As this was a last-minute arrangement on my part, the planning and coordination were somewhat hectic. Liza truly took the pressure off me by handling the majority of the logistics. During her visits, her communication was excellent, and she consistently sent wonderful photos that clearly demonstrated the excellent care my dogs were receiving. On a scale of 1 to 10, Liza deserves an 11! Thank you so much, Liza, for your exceptional service!”
“Taylor is fantastic with my dog Georgia, really glad we found him! Lots of picture updates, and my dog is very happy in all of them. He was also very accommodating with a date change, as I had put the wrong end date in. Highly recommend!”
About: I have the experience with giant breeds to toy breeds. I can navigate plans to keep a reactive pet safe while still giving them the enrichment and love that they need! I currently work at a doggy daycare and boarding facility, and my schedule can fluctuate month to month. I’m available a majority of mornings- and after 7pm on the days I close. I can care for your pets in your home keeping them as comfortable as possible and not switching their day to day environment. I have experience with cats and dogs of all shapes and sizes.
“Jenna is wonderful! Great communication. Received daily updates and photos. She is reliable, responsible, friendly, and caring. I highly recommend her!”
About: I currently have several family that we board and walk on a daily/ weekly basis. I have been helping local family and friends but are looking to expand our services with summer coming up Full time availability to take care of your furry friends. We can walk, stop in to feed and spend overnight time to make sure they get all the love they need. My family has a large backyard that is fenced in to host your doggies. We also have several very close dog parks in the area for some exercise and fun.
“Where do I begin?! Terri is the epitome of animal lover and treated our Xena like her own. She was incredibly flexible and valued connecting with Xena before she house-sat. I didn't have one concern being away from our girl (usually I'm anxious at least the first few days). I can't imagine using anyone else from this point on! Thank you, Terri!!!!”
About: I have taken care of my own pets all my life and am a responsible caregiver. I have my own cat named Kinleigh who is my world. I recently moved to Annapolis, and would love to take care of your pets. I am currently available to work Monday-Sunday during the day. I am also available for house sitting. I can't take pets in my home, but can travel to your location. I have excellent transportation, and am very punctual and responsible when it comes to taking care of animals. I enjoy caring for them.
About: I've lived with animals my whole life, and have extra experience with exotic pets like rodents and lizards. I'm not squeamish about special medicine, cleaning, or care needs: I'll do anything. I'm available full-time, since I'm a gig worker and illustrator, my schedule is extremely flexible. I'm available for most holidays and have no issue with last-minute bookings. I love to play with and get to know my clients! I'll be spending the whole time hanging out with your pet, and probably taking plenty of photos along the way.
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1. Jean L.
“We left our 9year old Yorkie in the care of Jean. Our sweet little dog has separation anxiety that prevents us from boarding here. Thus the need for a dog sitter who will stay in our home. Jean took great care of both our home and our sweet Eloise.”
2. Ava M.
“Ava is consistently wonderful with our cat snd our anxious, senior dog. She’s super communicative, and puts us at ease. We never worry about leaving town if Ava is with our pets!”
3. Dominique L.
“Dominique is reliable and responsive. She kept me informed during my time away, sending photos and assurances that Lexi was safe and well. She left my house immaculate.”
4. Nan O.
“Nan was so much fun to work with and took amazing care of our 3 cats in our home! We appreciated the pictures of them while gone and her sense of humor!”
5. Addie B.
“Addie was so incredible watching our Vizsla for a few days while out of town. She consistently checked in and sent tons of photos & videos. Highly recommend if you are looking for someone who is kind & gentle with your furry family member.”
6. Jerad B.
“Jerad is a great pet caregiver! He is responsible, trustworthy, timely and reliable. Dogs absolutely love him too! I highly recommend Jerad to sit for your pets!”
7. Gabriella F.
“Gabriella did a great job watching our dog who is very anxious. When we arrived back home, everything was tidy and our dog seemed to be in good spirits. I would totally recommend Gabriella for in-house dog/cat sitting.”
8. Elizabeth B.
“The best!! I have an anxious rescue dog who is a love but very attached me! Her and Elizabeth bonded and Elizabeth could not have been sweeter to our dog!! She also was so professional and kind- she left a note and gave us a card and flowers as it was our wedding weekend that she watched our dog. HIGHLY recommend!!”
9. Aliyah B.
“Aliyah was an amazing sitter. She was amazing with our dog. Was very communicative and sent lots of pictures! Would highly recommend!”
10. Jamie P.
“Jamie was easy to communicate with, and just an overall nice person. Our Pitbull and Chihuahua were well cared for- we came home to happy, healthy dogs! She was kind enough to water our plants, too, and we returned to a house that was as clean as we left it. She texted pictures of them daily & we got to just have peace of mind and enjoy our trip. I would definitely call on her in the future, and I would recommend her to friends. Thank you, Jaimie!!!”
11. Thomas M.
“Thomas was great! Dogs were quick to warm up to him and he took great care of them and our cat while we were out of town. He gave us updates throughout our travels. As much as we hate leaving the pups, it was great to know they were well cared for in our absence.”
12. Cassandra R.
“Cassie took care of my senior kitty with kidney disease over the weekend, and she was absolutely wonderful. Very attentive to Tali's needs, and respectful of the home. I would love to book Cassie again.”
13. Liza S.
“I reached out to Liza late in the evening the day before I required in-home visits for my dogs. To my relief, she responded swiftly and confirmed her availability. As this was a last-minute arrangement on my part, the planning and coordination were somewhat hectic. Liza truly took the pressure off me by handling the majority of the logistics. During her visits, her communication was excellent, and she consistently sent wonderful photos that clearly demonstrated the excellent care my dogs were receiving. On a scale of 1 to 10, Liza deserves an 11! Thank you so much, Liza, for your exceptional service!”
14. Taylor C.
“Taylor is fantastic with my dog Georgia, really glad we found him! Lots of picture updates, and my dog is very happy in all of them. He was also very accommodating with a date change, as I had put the wrong end date in. Highly recommend!”
15. Jessica B.
“Jess cares for any pet as if they are her own. Anytime I am away and cannot bring my dog, I feel reassured knowing that Jess is with my baby.”
16. Jenna C.
“Jenna is wonderful! Great communication. Received daily updates and photos. She is reliable, responsible, friendly, and caring. I highly recommend her!”
17. Elisa O.
“I use Elisa regularly to walk my dog. She’s the most reliable person I’ve hired off this app. She now has her own code to get into my house so she can take my dog out while I’m at work. I have had no issues and she has shown nothing but absolute professionalism. My dog absolutely adores her. He is a big dog at 95lbs and she handles him effortlessly. I recommend her to all my friends and family looking for pet services.”
18. Terri J.
“Where do I begin?! Terri is the epitome of animal lover and treated our Xena like her own. She was incredibly flexible and valued connecting with Xena before she house-sat. I didn't have one concern being away from our girl (usually I'm anxious at least the first few days). I can't imagine using anyone else from this point on! Thank you, Terri!!!!”
19. Jennifer G.
“I highly recommend Jenn to all pet owners! It’s such a relief to know a reliable and compassionate caregiver is there for my fur babies when I can’t be there. Thanks for being amazing!”
20. Ezekiel P.
“Ezekiel is a friend to all animals, from the biggest to the very smallest. He is good at handling feisty personalities and being patient with shy ones. He will meet your pet at whatever level they need, follow their routines to the letter, and make them feel safe and cared for.”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Riva on Rover as of Apr 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 Apr 2025, there are 3,838 house sitters in Riva. 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, 86% of Riva house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Riva 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 Riva.
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. Riva 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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