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Top rated Salem house sitters
“I recently adopted my dog and wasn’t expecting to have to leave her with a sitter less than three weeks in, and was pretty nervous about it. Vanessa put me completely at ease, and my dog, Scarlett, loved her immediately. She sent daily updates and even kept up Scarlett’s daily dog park routine. My cat is a grumpy old man, but Vanessa was great with him as well. If you’re anxious about leaving home, and want to make sure your pets have a caring and calming presence in your absence, then I highly recommend Vanessa!”
“Jesse took great care of Millie while we were gone and left our home in perfect condition. Couldn't be happier with the communication and photos. Would def work with Jesse again!”
“Sophia is a wonderful sitter. She is very much a cat person, my Athena warmed up to her IMMEDIATELY - she sent good updates and lots of photos which helped me feel less anxious being away from my baby, knowing she was being so well cared for and had a good companion to look after her. Athena takes supplements and medications, and she did a great job with that also. She had good attention to detail on the administering and taking careful notes during our meet and greet as well. Thanks Sophia, we will be sure to use you again!”
“Katie was amazing. She initiated a meet and greet! She stayed at my home watching my beloved puppy Alabaster. She kept me updated all throughout the time with pictures and updates. When I returned my puppy was more calm when I returned than when I left. I will absolutely have Katie watch Alabaster again.”
“Didn’t feel like it was the first time meeting! She was flexible with my schedule and planned fun outings for my dog. She loved him despite his quirks. And he came home exhausted! Would highly recommend Sharon to anyone looking to leave their baby in a loving home.”
“Bridgette is amazing! She’s our go to sitter because she’s mature, responsible, and will play endlessly with our very high energy puppy. We are so grateful to have connected with her and Ruby loves her!”
“Lauren was fantastic. Communication was on point and she left my home in amazing shape after staying with my pup for a week!! My neighbors even raved about her. Pup was in a good mood and seemed well cared for, spoiled even. Highly recommend.”
“Abby was amazing! She stayed at my house with my 2 cats for a week. Communication was great! My home was just as I left it and my kitties very happy when I came home. I’m feeling super grateful. It made my vacation 1000% better knowing my fur babies were in good hands. The pictures twice a day were appreciated. Thank you, Abby!”
“Will was such an amazing sitter for Peanut while we were away! He took such great care of him, and his dog Cody was really sweet and tolerant of our young dog’s energy. We are so happy with the care that Will gave to Peanut and our house, and would love to have him watch Peanut again.”
“We had Charlotte dog sit over a long weekend and we came home to happy relaxed little pups and a well cared for home. She was communicative and followed their schedule. We will absolutely have Charlotte stay again!”
About: I have 2 dogs at home who I’ve been helping take care of since I was 5. I love learning about different kinds of dog breeds! I just moved to Salem after graduating from Salem State University. I live close to downtown and love going on walks. Right now I have a lot of availability in the mornings and late afternoons. I love to run around and play with pets! I also love sitting and relaxing with pets. I’m good at following a set of rules and schedules. I live in an apartment with 3 roommates who are also animal lovers.
“Shea was great with our young puppy! She took her on lots of walks, sent an update part way through the night and was super friendly and communicative from the time we first reached out to her to when we got home.”
“Sarah was patient with our “eccentric” pups, and attuned to their minor special needs, including timidness/anxiety of one (who actually warmed up quickly!). Sarah was friendly, communicative on daily status with pictures, and clear on when she needed to drop by or leave. She was also mindful of keeping our home tidy! Would love to have her around the next time we need overnight support.”
About: Although at this moment I am a cat mom, I had a family dog since I was 5 years old I walked, fed and medicated, and I frequently dropped into my neighborhood houses when needed to feed and play with their dogs while on they were away. I have voluntereed at 2 different shlters beofre, taking care of both cats and dogs. Although small, I am strong and can handle medium and large sized dogs with relative ease, even energetic ones. I have the stamina to do longer walks if needed, and will feed, water and, if needed, give medication accurately when left with clear instructions. With my current life, I can't have a dog of my own, so I will live my dog mom dream through your perfect pup. I have a fairly flexible schedule, and the farther ahead you book, the more likely it is I can make your appointment fit. The best times to book are Tueday and Thusday morning, Wednesday afternoon and evening, Saturday night and Sunday morning. Other times are available, but at least a one day notice is needed to ensure availability. I do not have a car, so I am limited to pets within a fairly short radius and need enough notice to find a way there. I don't offer services in my home because my cats don't like other animals, however if you need me to come by and take care of your fur baby, leave a list of written instruction somewhere easily visible and whatever I need like food/medication, etc. somewhere easily accessible and I will handle the rest. If you want me to being any cat toys to play with them, please let me know before the visit.
“Jo was an incredible sitter for my two girls, one a young pup and one a senior. She provided updates and photos and was great with handling the special needs of a senior dog. Highly recommend!”
About: I grew up with animals and currently have a friendly 2 year old dog who loves to play. I love to go on long walks or hikes. I currently work a full time job but only work 3 days a week so I have plenty of time to take care of your babies. I have a 2 year old dog that gets a long with everyone. I have a big apartment and can crate your pets if needed.
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Vanessa A.Star Sitter
“I recently adopted my dog and wasn’t expecting to have to leave her with a sitter less than three weeks in, and was pretty nervous about it. Vanessa put me completely at ease, and my dog, Scarlett, loved her immediately. She sent daily updates and even kept up Scarlett’s daily dog park routine. My cat is a grumpy old man, but Vanessa was great with him as well. If you’re anxious about leaving home, and want to make sure your pets have a caring and calming presence in your absence, then I highly recommend Vanessa!”
Jesse M.Star Sitter
“Jesse took great care of Millie while we were gone and left our home in perfect condition. Couldn't be happier with the communication and photos. Would def work with Jesse again!”
Omar L.Star Sitter
“Omar was great! Daily updates with pictures of a happy dog, and the house was just as we left it when we returned. Can’t ask for more than that!”
Sophia R.Star Sitter
“Sophia is a wonderful sitter. She is very much a cat person, my Athena warmed up to her IMMEDIATELY - she sent good updates and lots of photos which helped me feel less anxious being away from my baby, knowing she was being so well cared for and had a good companion to look after her. Athena takes supplements and medications, and she did a great job with that also. She had good attention to detail on the administering and taking careful notes during our meet and greet as well. Thanks Sophia, we will be sure to use you again!”
Katie B.Star Sitter
“Katie was amazing. She initiated a meet and greet! She stayed at my home watching my beloved puppy Alabaster. She kept me updated all throughout the time with pictures and updates. When I returned my puppy was more calm when I returned than when I left. I will absolutely have Katie watch Alabaster again.”
Sharon O.
“Didn’t feel like it was the first time meeting! She was flexible with my schedule and planned fun outings for my dog. She loved him despite his quirks. And he came home exhausted! Would highly recommend Sharon to anyone looking to leave their baby in a loving home.”
Bridgette T.
“Bridgette is amazing! She’s our go to sitter because she’s mature, responsible, and will play endlessly with our very high energy puppy. We are so grateful to have connected with her and Ruby loves her!”
Lauren B.
“Lauren was fantastic. Communication was on point and she left my home in amazing shape after staying with my pup for a week!! My neighbors even raved about her. Pup was in a good mood and seemed well cared for, spoiled even. Highly recommend.”
Abigail V.
“Abby was amazing! She stayed at my house with my 2 cats for a week. Communication was great! My home was just as I left it and my kitties very happy when I came home. I’m feeling super grateful. It made my vacation 1000% better knowing my fur babies were in good hands. The pictures twice a day were appreciated. Thank you, Abby!”
Will D.Star Sitter
“Will was such an amazing sitter for Peanut while we were away! He took such great care of him, and his dog Cody was really sweet and tolerant of our young dog’s energy. We are so happy with the care that Will gave to Peanut and our house, and would love to have him watch Peanut again.”
Charlotte P.Star Sitter
“We had Charlotte dog sit over a long weekend and we came home to happy relaxed little pups and a well cared for home. She was communicative and followed their schedule. We will absolutely have Charlotte stay again!”
Paige B.
About: I have 2 dogs at home who I’ve been helping take care of since I was 5. I love learning about different kinds of dog breeds! I just moved to Salem after graduating from Salem State University. I live close to downtown and love going on walks. Right now I have a lot of availability in the mornings and late afternoons. I love to run around and play with pets! I also love sitting and relaxing with pets. I’m good at following a set of rules and schedules. I live in an apartment with 3 roommates who are also animal lovers.
Shea W.
“Shea was great with our young puppy! She took her on lots of walks, sent an update part way through the night and was super friendly and communicative from the time we first reached out to her to when we got home.”
Sarah H.
“Sarah was patient with our “eccentric” pups, and attuned to their minor special needs, including timidness/anxiety of one (who actually warmed up quickly!). Sarah was friendly, communicative on daily status with pictures, and clear on when she needed to drop by or leave. She was also mindful of keeping our home tidy! Would love to have her around the next time we need overnight support.”
Elena E.
“Anyone who knows Elena knows she gets along better with animals than people. Experienced, patient, attentive, and kind, your fur baby will be excited to be walked by her.”
Joeiny M.
“Jo was an incredible sitter for my two girls, one a young pup and one a senior. She provided updates and photos and was great with handling the special needs of a senior dog. Highly recommend!”
Alexander R.
“Alex did an amazing job taking care of Daisy. Provided pictures and info and kept us in the loop while we were away. It's great comfort to know she was well looked after.”
Kirssy G.
“Kirssy is the best and she takes such good care of our pup!”
Alex P.
“Alex watched our large dog in our house for two nights. Alex was caring conscientious and provided text and photo updates. We plan to use Alex again in the future! 🙂”
Penfil P.
“Penfil rescued his dog Blake when he was just 2 months old. Penfil has always been great with dogs and is very caring of them and you can tell he truly cares for animals.”
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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 Salem on Rover as of Aug 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 Aug 2025, there are 5,208 house sitters in Salem. 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 Salem house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Salem have an average of 14 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 Salem.
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. Salem 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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