House Sitting Riverside
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“Angellee was great with our dogs. She followed instructions regarding meals and medications. She provided updates multiple times a day. And she left the house tidy. Thank you Angellee!”
“My husband and I were very nervous about having a stranger watch our babies. Hillary was very understanding and she kept us informed throughout her entire stay. We have 2 older dogs that required extra attention, she gave them their medications, monitored their eating and kept us up to date on their status. Hillary went above and beyond, she washed the dishes and the sheets in the room she stayed in. We would definitely hire her again.”
“Cindy was great! She is very kind & professional. She stayed at my home with my animals for a week. My animals loved her! They were very well taken care of and happy throughout her stay. I will absolutely hire her again the next time I need pet care!”
“Samantha helped me out at the last minute for two events I had on the weekend. She responded right away and came to meet my puppy before the dates I needed her to doggie sit. My puppy loved her right away! She was on time and took very good care of my pup! I would definitely hire her again!”
“This was my first time using Rover & it’s a great app to have. Denae sat for my 2 fur babies. I felt at ease knowing they were being cared for. The updates help, Danae sent photos daily to keep me updated on there well being. Very easy & smooth transaction. I need to get better at using this app so I will check back in soon as Danae is sitting for me again, & this time will be much longer. 😊”
“Meghan is a wonderful pet sitter. She’s really patient and kind with my very shy dog! She texts status updates and photos. So glad we were able to have her stay with our pets.”
“Cielo did a wonderful job! We will certainly use her again as our regular. She offered a meet and greet, which we thought was great and she even sent us pics of the dogs! 10/10 recommend!”
About: I worked at a private kennel facility and handled up to 10 large breed dogs at any given time. The breeds I'm most familiar with are Bullmastiffs, German Shepherds, Akitas, Huskeys, Terriers, and Chihuahuas. I've helped bottle raise 3 litters of puppies totaling 19 puppies, so I'm well versed in puppy care and the specific needs they have. I'm the main caregiver to my aging parents and I make their lives easy enough to still remain semi-independent. My schedule is mostly open save for doctor's appointments, so I have ample time to care for other's pets. I have a crate trained dog that has free roam of the house when I'm home. I try to incorporate enrichment activities and mental stimulation if I cannot take my dog on a walk or if the weather won't allow extended yard time.
“Jose did a great job taking care of our 2 pups. They really enjoyed hus company. He sent pictures and gave us updates every day. When we got home the house was just as neat and clean as we left it. I would definitely use Jose again.”
“Letitia cared for our pup while we were overseas and did a wonderful job. We appreciated all the updates and love she gave our girl while we were away, and cared for our home as if it was her own. Thank you again! Knowing our pup was in great care for our extended vacation put us at ease! Would recommend to anyone!”
“Great communication! Dorothy met with us before the visit for the meet and great and it went great! Dorothy really cared about Ollie and he seems to have a great time. Already rebooked for two future trips I have planned with Dorothy. :)”
“Air was so great!! Bubba can be aggressive, depending on how you approach him, and he immediately ran up to her and gave her a kiss 🥹 He won’t do a lot of things while I’m gone, but she got him to go outside, potty, fetch, and eat cheese - things he wouldn’t even do for my family off the bat. I appreciated the updates throughout the day, as well as the pictures. This was my first time using Rover, and I’m so glad that I chose Air to watch Bubba while I was visiting for a wedding 🩷 I would ABSOLUTELY rebook if I lived there!!”
“We are so happy with Ellie!! She took such good care of our two fur babies while we were out of town for over a week. She stayed in our home with them and not only was she updating us daily, she took awesome photos of them as well. She was very thoughtful in leaving things clean and just the way we left them for when we got back. We are so appreciative of her and would not hesitate to leave our fur babies with her again.”
About: I love animals I have always had at least one pet in my home since I was born, I've taken care of Dogs, Cats, Birds (parakeets), Snakes, Hamsters, Fish, Rabbit and Red Eared Slider turtles. I would love the opportunity to take care of your pets as one of my own, you can trust me with your babies. I worked at a doggy daycare so I've been around all different types of dogs and know about the different temperaments and can deal with all different personalities and needs. I also worked at Anaheim feed and learned a lot about pet nutrition and products so if you have any questions please do ask. I love to do research on animals and use natural/holistic methods when applicable. I go above and beyond to make sure your pet is always safe and taken care of, while walking I always am aware of my surroundings and on alert for lose dogs, broken glass and food on the floor and make sure to take every precaution to not run into any of those things. I will run with your dog if it needs to get more energy out. I supply my own earth friendly poop bags as well. About this sitter: Why I love dog sitting: I have always had dogs since I was little my dogs were always my best friends. I am a very good dog owner I make my own natural, organic, limited ingredient dog treats, clean and groom my dogs (bathe, brush, clean ears, trim nails, brush teeth), massage, take them for walks daily, and the dog park and sometimes the dog beach and make sure they always feel loved. I love making people and dogs happy so please, let me! Meet my pets: I have two rescue pups Husky Lab German shepherd Australian shepherd mix named Zoey and a Husky Doberman Pitt Bull mix names Flynn. I currently work at trader joes and have a flexible schedule and am able to stay at your house to help your pets stay comfortable while you're away. My dogs are friendly with other dogs we have a huge 7 foot brick wall surrounding the backyard and a locked gate as well so it's impenetrable. I like to make dog treats so if you don't mind ill make your dogs some treats
“Larissa was outstanding! Very detail oriented, friendly, and a great new friend for our pups! I would highly recommend her and ask her to sit for us again! Thanks Larissa!”
“Came home to a happy dog and kitty. Ella was very friendly and followed all our feeding and yard safety instructions. She kept our fur babies safe! I will definitely use her again.”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Riverside is $56
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Riverside
Jose was great! He stayed at our home and watched our pup for a full week, and we felt completely comfortable knowing Milo and the house were in good hands. He was reliable, communicative, and took great care of Milo throughout our trip. We came home to a happy dog. We’d definitely recommend Jose and would happily have him watch Milo again!
Angela did such a great job with both of my dogs! She was wonderful to work with, communicated really well, and kept me updated throughout her stay with them. I felt completely comfortable knowing they were in good hands. I would absolutely recommend her and will definitely use her again!
I have hired Paris multiple times and am always happy with her service. My dog, who was abused before I got her and is afraid of new people, remembers Paris and is always happy to see her. I received daily updates and pictures of my dog. She also watered several plants in my yard daily so they could survive a heat wave in summer. And she left a very clean house for me to come home to.
Hillary was very responsive and attentive with our Sadie. She sent lots of amazing pictures and took her on walks/adventures. I felt comfortable with her caring for our sweet and energetic girl. She was very communicative with us, which was very comforting. I would definitely book her again. Sadie felt very comfortable with her.
If you are looking for a housesitter for your pets, look no further! Kristina is the best Rover we have found. She takes great care for our dogs, is very good at communicating with us during her stay, and accommodates for anything we need. This is the second time we have used her and I highly recommend her. Thanks Kristina!
Natalie was beyond amazing. I selfishly hope she doesn’t get too busy because she is that good 😂 She updated me often, played with all 3 of my dogs ALOT, and took care of my house like it was hers. Thanks for loving/spoiling my pups like they were your own! :)
Rachelle was a life saver! We booked last minute and although we were scared of leaving our fur babies behind along with our house she definitely made us feel comfortable. She communicated with us and sent us pictures of our dogs. We also appreciated that she waited for us to come back from our trip, felt like the longest 4 days but we were completely happy with her service 🫶
Elle was terrific! We needed care for our 2 dogs while we were gone to wedding. She came over and met us and the dogs ahead of time. The dogs loved her right off. She has a caring personality and they loved that... One of our dogs is a senior diabetic that needs shots. Elly was more than willing to handle that as well as the pills they needed. She sent lots of pictures and notes about how it was going. Everything went well and we plan to request her in the near future. So glad to have someone that we trust with their care.
Javi is awesome with my cats. He is also prompt and timely with responses. He manages the home details, cleaning trash, mail and overall safety for my kitties. He is very self sufficient and pays attention to small details about the cats and my home. Highly recommend Javi!
Dana is wonderful and kind with my dogs. She took great care of my dogs and took photos of my dogs. That helped me knowing my dogs are good with her. Dana also communicated with me with questions. Dana is a dog lover and I can trust her with my dogs. You will not be disappointed. I give her 5 stars!
Nutan was very professional and caring for Tex! She had some personal trouble before the appointment but still made the effort to be here and did a great job with my fur baby! I would 100% use her again. Nutan is very knowledgeable about animals and personable with both me and Tex.
My dog was safe with Eden. Sent me pictures/updates. Only thing was that she wasn’t comfortable taking my dog on a walk. When she usually goes on 2 walks a day. Thought it would be a house not an apartment. She’s new to rover so I understand the confusion for her. Still my dogs and animals were safe and sound when I came home.
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The average cost for House Sitting in Riverside on Rover is $44.4 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of August 2026, there are 4,078 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Riverside. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Riverside walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Riverside maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Riverside choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Riverside. On Rover:
- 89% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 93% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 97% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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