House Sitting in Rochester
Find a loving house sitter to watch over your pets and your home.

More resources
A focus on safety
Enjoy photo updates, easy messaging, and the knowledge that every sitter joining Rover needs to pass an enhanced background check.Learn more about RoverProtect
Loving house sitters in your neighborhood
Search Results


1. Kate J.

“Kate did an amazing job with our two English Bulldogs. She went above and beyond with keeping us informed. I think they may prefer her over us lol. If you’re looking for a top notch sitter, you can’t go wrong with Kate!”


2. Claire A.

“My pups took instantly to Claire. She truly has a way with them. Communication was clear and professional. Will definitely use again. Thank you!”


3. Faith S.

“We loved having Faith care for our pets in our home, three cats and a dog. Faith had excellent communication throughout and sent us cute videos of our little fur babies. Our dog can be a bit high maintenance and has some anxiety and she did great with Faith watching over her. I would highly recommend Faith!”


4. Savanna P.

“This was our first time having Savanna watch Yoshi since since we are new to the area and it was too far of a commute for Yoshi’s previous sitter. I’ve used Rover for years and have found some hidden gems, and Savanna is one of them. Savanna was very communicative and kept us updated with photos of their evening. Yoshi isn’t a difficult pup to watch, he’s quite lazy, but he is particular about who hangs out in his house, and there were no complaints! He loved having her here and so did we. It is such a relief to find someone you trust with your pup. Highly recommend booking with Savanna. We definitely will be using her services as Yoshi’s permanent sitter! ?❤️”


5. Anna Y.

“Anna was great with my dogs yet again. My shepherd can be high maintenance but Anna put in a lot of effort to bring the dogs to sniffspots to give them safe places to play after she got back from work and was patient with her demands for an early bedtime and early am breakfast and potty time. We will definitely book with Anna again!”


6. Rebecca F.

“As usual Rebecca does an amazing job, taking care of the pets and the house and always goes above and beyond. Her efforts and excellent careare greatly appreciated.”


7. Stephanie T.

“Stephanie was fantastic. Was great about sending pictures, updates and responding when I had a question. The pets were well cared for and so was our home. Would use her again for sure.”


8. Dawn L.

“Dawn was great!! My pets were obviously very well cared for :) My pup has some special needs and she was on top of it and sent plenty of updates and pics to ease my mind as this was the first time we’ve left our dog with anyone since she had her amputation back in September. I didn’t worry about a thing and was able to enjoy a long weekend away knowing my pup was well attended to. Will definitely use Dawn again :)”


9. Shauni & Connor M.
About: I started out fostering dogs of all ages and medical issues for a few years before adopting our own 2 dogs. I’m comfortable with any sized dog. We have a large fenced in back yard. One of our dogs is older, so I am familiar with senior dog care. I am comfortable giving any sorts of medications needed for any age. We did go through dog training with our 2 dogs when they were younger, so can continue working on basic dog training skills with your dog if that is something you are working on. I also have experience with dogs with tick-borne diseases as one of ours has had a couple bouts of it. We walk our dogs on a 1.5 mile walk almost every day and give them lots of time in the fenced in backyard! We can adapt to whatever your typical dog walking/outside time schedule is. We like to spend a lot of time outside and on trails, so if your dog is one who likes trail walks, we are the right fit for you! I stay home with our 2 year old and my husband works from home so someone is pretty much always home. We have a large fenced in backyard. We have 3 levels and keep your dog(s) and our dogs separated as needed. We do have a toddler who loves dogs but also respects their boundaries. If I’m at your house I will follow whatever routine you do for your dogs!


10. Noreen T.
About: I have worked as an animal sitter since graduating from college in 2010. We lost our two adopted dogs this year at the ripe old ages of 17 and 14 and have not brought any new indoor pets into our home. I have volunteered with animals and worked in a veterinary setting with large animals (horses mostly!) I graduated with a degree in animal sciences. I am well equipped for special needs dogs with a large dog stroller and wheelchair! I work outside of the home 4 days a week and am home Friday through Sunday to spend as much time with your pet as they need! I love to run, so if you have a high-energy dog, then reach out to me! We can wear each other out. Our home is dog friendly with a large fenced in yard with indoor access for dogs that prefer to make their own indoor/outdoor schedule. We love to have pups and cats snuggle on the couch with us or play in our large yard. We have farm animals, lots of new smells and places to explore!


11. Carrie K.

“Our dog is old and a bit cranky. She is very devoted to her people and can be very whiny and needy when she is being cared for by others. Carrie took very good care of her while we were away for a week, even letting her sleep with her. We were very pleased with Carrie and would highly recommend her.”




12. Gabrielle L.

“Gabrielle was a great sitter! She sent tons of photos and was very responsive! You could really tell that she liked my cat and I felt safe leaving him in her hands!”


13. Tim C.

“Tim was great with our senior dog. He provided regular updates to let us know how our pup was doing, making us feel comfortable that he was being well taken care of by TIm. Older dogs come with a lot of quirks and Tim rolled with all of them - a hunger strike, meds, fatty tumors, etc. Our boy is so sweet and we felt he was well taken care of and spoiled by Tim. Would 100% recommend him!”


14. Sierra E.

“Sierra was very flexible and sent regular updates. The dogs loved her. I’ll definitely use her again!”


15. Chyna G.

“Chyna was great! I must admit leaving Howie with someone new made me a bit nervous but she was wonderful! I appreciated the daily pictures showing how content he was with her, sitting in her lap of sharing the bed, so I knew that he was in good hands. I also appreciated that we came home to a clean litter box and a content cat 🐈 I would not hesitate to give her an excellent recommendation and definitely plan to book her again this spring!”


16. Kevin T.

“Kevin has been great to work with and takes great care of our cat and dog. We always enjoy knowing our favorite fur-children are in great hands.”


17. Isabelle S.
“Isabelle has a great love for animals. At 8 years old she walked the neighbors dogs. She rode horses and cleaned the barn. She would ask the owner questions about their pet. So she could best meet the needs of the pet in her care. She cared for our rabbit , cats, fish and dog.”


18. Shauna B.
“Shauna loves all animals, especially dogs and cats. She has a huge heart and it shows in how the animals respond so well to her.”


19. Paul C.
“He does so well with pets, I would recommend him over anyone, he gives your pets the time and attention they need for a good sitter.”


20. Jennifer N.
About: I have four dogs: two are small and two are medium sized, one of them is also deaf. I have spent my whole life around dogs. I would provide care and attention to your dog or dogs just like I would provide to my own. I’m currently working full time, so I only have availability evenings and weekends. I am flexible for early mornings or late nights on the weekends. If coming to my house, I have a fenced in yard and four dogs that would love to make new friends! I have 2 crates if needed as well. I also have a play pen for a puppy if needed. I am more than willing to travel to you though as I understand how important it can be to keep your fur baby or babies in their own environment.
How Rover works
1. Search
Read verified reviews and choose a house sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your house and pets while you’re away3. Book & Pay
All payments are processed through Rover’s secured platform and your booking is backed by 24/7 support. It’s that easy!
Why Choose Rover?
Cashless payments
Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.
Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
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 Rochester on Rover as of Apr 2025 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 Apr 2025, there are 340 house sitters in Rochester. 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, 87% of Rochester house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Rochester have an average of 16 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Rochester.
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. Rochester 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.
