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“Crystal and Jadon were wonderful with Max and Lucy! They took great care of our babies and kept up informed! I know the pups were well cared for and got a ton of love and attention and I couldn’t have asked for more!”
“Ashley was AMAZING with our two pups! We never leave without them because they have anxiety. Ashley came in and immediately our dogs were excited and comfortable around her! Without a doubt we will be using Ashley for our future needs!”
“We had to find a new sitter very quickly for a trip out of the country. We did a meet and greet with Tessa and our animals loved her. She was FANTASTIC. She stayed in our home for 9 days and took excellent care of my two cats and special needs dog. We were very nervous about leaving our dog (Rhone) who has epilepsy with a new sitter but Tessa was calm, responsible, and easily handled all the care details for her. Tessa was respectful of our home and even laundered the sheets and towels before. I will not hesitate to have Tessa stay in our home again.”
“Katie and her daughter watched our Grayson at our airbnb while we were visiting with family. Grayson just loved them! Katie was great with communication and sending pictures. Will definitely reach out again when we are in the area. Thank you Katie and Sarah!”
About: Veterinary Technician graduate. Over 6 years of ER and General practice. Knowledgeable on veterinary care information to for a lot of species. Can handle most kinds of dog. Very trust worthy. Punctual. Flexible depending on work schedule. Transportation is available to take on car rides, vet visits, dog park, ect. I do not have allergies to anything. I enjoy the company of any type of animal including exotics. Will help around house if needed, including laundry or cleaning. Can contact any time of the day. Very professional. Practices the appropriate behavior for correcting pets, if out of hand. Can help train pets. Can offer advice to improve any issues occurring with pet. If I don't seem to be a good fit I can recommend someone else just as caring! I work full time at home. I would be available right after work and on weekends. Available to chat any time of the day too. I treat owners pets as my own. I ask before anything is assumed. I will help around the house in any manner needed to make it easier to come home.
About: I’ve had dogs for as long as I can remember! I have experience with many breeds, but my favorite breed is the Bulldog! I have raised 2 litters over the years and have kept a few of the pups for the families while on vacation! I also work part-time for a local kennel tucking all the boarding dogs in for the night! I work full-time for the local police department but my schedule is flexible! I’m an empty nester with free-time on my hands! I love spending that time with my furry friends! I have a very friendly and playful Frenchie that loves other dogs! She enjoys meeting new furry friends as much as I do! Outside and treat are her favorite words! I have a large yard on a dead-end street in the borough. My home is small, but lots of room on my couch for cuddles!
About: In jen i have been in animal care for 10 year I have allot of dog experience iv worked in doggy daycare and have a real love for animals. Your dogs will love me don't worry about your babies when u go away let me watch them you won't be disappointed I also deal with small animals and cats ferrets rabbits reptiles they all love me basic grooming services available ear cleaning and nail trimming please let me watch your babies you won’t go anywhere else pictures on request any questions or concerns don’t be afraid to ask I want you to feel comfortable with me watching your pets free hugs and kisses for the babies I hope to hear from you soon thanks Jen
About: I have taken care of animals since I was 10. Animals are apart of the family. I'm very skilled with training puppies, giving medicine, helping reduce stressers Hi im Kara! Im a single mother of one child and bonus mother to one child. This is my full time job!! This is my passion! I have taken care of animals 90% of my life. Pets are members of the family. I have been surrounded by animals all my life. This is my one of my dream jobs! I start school in September to become my second dream CNA! I have had a love for animals since I can remember. My dream would be to open a animal rescue for all abandoned animals. I treat furbabies like they are my own! I walk, feed, administrator medication to any animal. I care for furbabies like they are mine! I treat everyone and every animal the way I would want someone to treat mine.
About: I have haloed my grandma with her dog Marlee since the day we got her , I will care for her when my grandma is out of town or I’ll go get her for a weekend . I also help my friends out with their animals when I’m with them I graduate in about 2 weeks and I’m looking for a job that can work around that until I graduate then I can do more full time things here on Rover , I can do evening walks/ afternoons . Then weekends I’m completely free for sitting , etc I have leashes and a portable water bowl for pups, we can crate the dog if needed if I do a sitting job , I can get any supplies needed for your pup to make them comfortable. I live in a wonderful neighborhood where they can play outside and go on fun walks
About: I have 30 years of experience with boarding, pet sitting, dog walking working for vets and shelters. I've worked at Salons, Pet Stores, even a Pet Cemetery. I'm Currently working as a dog bather learning to become a dog groomer. I love animals and I adore working with dogs. I have 2 dogs and 4 rabbits I've lived in the Pittsburgh area my entire life. I have 30 years experience in pet care and my husband's family owns the only pet Cemetery in Westmoreland County. It's been in business for over 50 years. Im currently looking to take on a few clients (multiple pet families & senior/special needs pets/exotic pets) that require more of my time, training and attention. Some are just puppies lol Unfortunately, this app does not provide a description of your pet or what exactly you are looking for . If you think we would be a good match we can have a screening interview over the phone. And then I'd follow up with a meet and greet to do a hands-on assessment on your pet. And we could review the pet care needs and routine. My specialty is dogs with PTSD/behavior issues. I'm not afraid of aggressive or high maintenance dogs. Working with animals is my greatest passion. Currently available Tuesday-Saturday days, evenings and weekends. Works part time as a dog bather, working to become a dog groomer. Love spending my time w pets. Home/family setting doggie daycare/boarding & pet sitting centered around your pets specific needs. I have extensive experience in dog handling, belly rubs. Stocked up on treats, poop bags & puzzles for dogs & cats, I have a big comfy couch, 3 comfy chairs, a big picture window (nose prints encouraged) & fenced yard with a rabbit run.
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Crystal & Jadon K.
“Crystal and Jadon were wonderful with Max and Lucy! They took great care of our babies and kept up informed! I know the pups were well cared for and got a ton of love and attention and I couldn’t have asked for more!”
Ashley C.
“Ashley was AMAZING with our two pups! We never leave without them because they have anxiety. Ashley came in and immediately our dogs were excited and comfortable around her! Without a doubt we will be using Ashley for our future needs!”
Pam W.
“Pam was an absolute pleasure to work with. My three boys were well cared for. Communication and updates were great. I would highly recommend Pam. A++++”
Tessa S.
“We had to find a new sitter very quickly for a trip out of the country. We did a meet and greet with Tessa and our animals loved her. She was FANTASTIC. She stayed in our home for 9 days and took excellent care of my two cats and special needs dog. We were very nervous about leaving our dog (Rhone) who has epilepsy with a new sitter but Tessa was calm, responsible, and easily handled all the care details for her. Tessa was respectful of our home and even laundered the sheets and towels before. I will not hesitate to have Tessa stay in our home again.”
Kathryn M.
“Katie and her daughter watched our Grayson at our airbnb while we were visiting with family. Grayson just loved them! Katie was great with communication and sending pictures. Will definitely reach out again when we are in the area. Thank you Katie and Sarah!”
shayna l.
“Shayna did an incredible job checking on our two dogs over Christmas Eve. She calmed my nerves as well, sending me pictures and videos. Thank you for loving on our dogs”
Sara Jo D.
“She is dependable and always on time when you need her. She is good with all kinds of animals. I would recommend her for your pets and any needs they have.”
Jessica K.Star Sitter
“Jessica was amazing! Able to stay with our kids on short notice and did a wonderful job. Absolutely would use her again!”
Brittany W.
“Brittany did a great job watching over my Havanese over the Thanksgiving weekend. I appreciated the photos she sent and would have enjoyed more. I would request Brittany again! ?”
Makalah K.
“Makalah took great care of our boys! She was punctual, attentive, & communicative. I would absolutely recommend and work with her in the future.”
Jody G.
“Jody is a super compassionate and loving pet owner who has watched our two English Bulldogs at her house many times when we are traveling for both short and long stays. She always takes such good care of our Chopper and Chewie, and they are right at home with her pack! I know that when they stay at Jody's, they will be looked after and cared for as part of the family. They always come back happy and tired, thanks to her amazing yard and the time she takes with her pets. Your loved ones will be in great hands!”
Jen C.
“I would definitely recommend her! She’s sweet, responsible, loving, and a great person! She’s helped me not only with my dogs but my other animals as well! She’s always on time and my animals have always been happy and very well taken care of she has even sent me pics and videos and done FaceTime with me so I can see my babies! Very highly recommended!”
Kara N.
“I tagged along with her a few times for dog walking /dog sitting. She did great; She arrived on time made sure the pets ate, took them on a walk, played with them, and had good communication with the pet parents .Definitely recommend having her.”
Alexzaundra L.
“Lexy is a kind hearted person and loves animals. She has dog sat for me and did very well. My dog is very excited to she her which goes to show you that she is well liked.”
Jenny S.
“I have known Jenny since childhood I have had her check in on my dogs if needed many times and she has also bathed, fed and played with them for me if I am not home. The dogs both older and my new one have loved her coming over to see them. From, Courtney Hamilton”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Roxbury on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $47 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 Aug 2025, there are 52 house sitters in Roxbury. 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, 94% of Roxbury house sitters respond in under an hour.
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 Roxbury.
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. Roxbury 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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