House Sitting San Carlos
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“Markie was wonderful with our 4 rescue dogs that have some behavioral issues! One is blind since birth, so he is very selective who he likes and trusts. He was comfortable with Markie right away during our meet and greet, so that put me at ease. While we were away we received pictures and detailed updates daily. Upon returning home, our house looked just as we left it. Markie washed the sheets and towels that were used and even mopped the floors where the pups chose to not use the doggie door. We were very happy with our house sitting services.”
“Nicole and Rose were great! They were flexible with some last minute changes to the sitting. They sent updates and pictures for me to see how the pups were doing. They were very kind and great to communicate with. Can’t wait for them to house sit my pups again!”
“Allie was a fantastic dog sitter for our very fearful adult dog. She was patient, loving, and persistent without pushing too much. We got lots of photos and videos while we were away, and we came home to a clean house and a happy dog. We feel so lucky to have found Allie and will definitely have her dog and house sit again in the future.”
“Rose took wonderful care of our home, our three dogs, and our cat while we were away on vacation to the East Coast. Her communication before, during, and after our trip was excellent, and her response time was always prompt. We returned home to a tidy house that was well cared for. We truly appreciated the peace of mind Rose provided while we were away and will absolutely ask her to care for our pets and home again during future travels.”
“We are so grateful for Marianne! She was absolutely amazing with our fur baby, Zara, and went above and beyond the entire time we were away. She was so patient, kind, and understanding, and even stepped in to watch my brother’s dogs for a few days when his sitter canceled last minute. Truly a lifesaver! Marianne kept us updated with photos and videos that made our day and gave us total peace of mind knowing our dogs were happy and well cared for. Thank you so much, Marianne, for treating them like your own. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and will definitely be booking with you again!”
“Stephanie is very reliable and helpful with any changes needed. Send photos. Dogs got good walks plus an added bonus was she brushed our golden retriever to an excellent level!”
“Sydney was wonderful. We had deadlines and she was early, which was appreciated. My Husky, Juno, warmed up to her pretty quickly. She was there for her for the day. She sent pics throughout the time which was really nice. We do travel frequently and Sydney is our new nanny.”
“Torrie took great care of our boys! She was very communicative with us, respectful of our home, and loved on our boys during the weekend. I’d recommend her to anyone who needs pet care!”
“What a caring, loving, pet-sitter. My little dachshund was in the best hands and he required extra medical care that Kimberly accommodated happily. My mind was at ease with her at my house training care of everything.”
“Brooke was fabulous when caring for our furry family! I felt at ease and comfortable while away, knowing they were in caring hands. Thank you for taking the extra time and effort with our Scooby. We’ll be reaching out in the future!”
“Shelby did an amazing job of taking care of our two dogs! She was very responsive when messaged, sent pics, and wrote a full report for my little monsters. They loved her! Will absolutely be using her again!”
“Alyssa was wonderful! She was available last minute and was so willing to help out. She made my dogs feel so comfortable while I was away. Would take them out to go potty, feed them when they needed, and gave them lots of pets and love. She even sent a few pictures of them throughout her care. I felt completely comfortable and stress-free knowing my dogs were in good care. I highly recommend Alyssa, she is wonderful.”
“Carol was so incredible to our pup. He’s an anxious one, she was so patient with him, met him where he was at, had great instincts with acknowledging his boundaries (better than us apparently!!), and was great at communicating back to us. You can tell she has a lot of experience with pets and knows how to approach many different types of pet personalities! She not only took great care of our dog but our home as well. It looked just as clean if not cleaner when we got home from our trip. Would definitely recommend her to anyone who wants to have their pet in good hands. We would use her again in a heartbeat! ♥️”
“Christina did a great job with our pups. One of our dogs can be overly anxious and a handful, but when we arrived home everyone was calm. They have maintained a great disposition since we’ve been home. We will definitely reach out again!”
“Anna was a godsend while we were out of town! She stayed at our house and we came back to it cleaner than when we left. She sent updates and pictures every day, which left us feeling at ease so we could fully enjoy our trip. Finding someone to house and pet sit can be stressful, but we are so glad we found Anna. I highly recommend her… we will definitely reach back out when we need a sitter in the future! Thank you, Anna🩷🩷”
“Mia helped me last minute with a pretty new 9 week year old puppy! This required more than most with more consistent bathroom breaks and more time than a traditional pup. Mia killed it! Lots of pics and videos, and great communication! Again, a week long house stay on short notice is always a pet owners worst nightmare, but Mia made it a great and easy for me! Thanks Mia!”
“Zach did a great job watching my dogs. It's the first trip away for overnight and he kept them fed, entertained and gave them all the attention they demand. He left the house in order and kept me in the loop without excess. Would definitely use him again.”
The median cost per night for house sitting in San Carlos is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - San Carlos
We had a wonderful experience with Emily! She was extremely reliable and always arrived on time, which gave us great peace of mind while we were away. She kept us updated regularly and sent pictures of our dogs, which we really appreciated. She took excellent care of our dogs and our home. Everything was clean and tidy when we returned, and it was obvious that our dogs were happy and well cared for. She was dependable, attentive and easy to communicate with. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone kind, dependable and trustworthy to care for your pets!
Markie went above and beyond taking care of my dog. She had to take my dog to urgent care while we were gone and put a very stressful situation at ease. My dog can be a little hard to get to eat while we are gone and she was great at getting her to eat and take her medicine. She also washed the bedding and towels before she left and it wasn’t something we asked her to do. She had great daily updates!
Torrie was wonderful! She watched our dogs in our home. They warmed up to her quickly and had a great time with her and the house was well taken care of. She was very easy to communicate with and we appreciated the updates during the day. Our dogs can’t wait to hangout with her again!
Finding reliable and trustworthy pet sitters can be tough (especially when medications are needed) and Jasmine absolutely nailed it. We loved the check-ins and photos throughout the weekend, it was so nice to have peace of mind knowing our pups were in good hands! Highly recommend booking Jasmine if you are in need of a sitter!
We’ve found our new pet sitter in Jack. We just got back from two weeks away and our animals (two cats and a very needy dog) are all doing great, and the house also looks great. Jack was very easy to work with, open to all our requests and provided daily updates on the fur children. It was nice to not have to worry while we were away!
We couldn't have asked for a better sitter than Barbara! She stayed at our home for five days with our two huskies, and anyone who has huskies knows that's no small job. She followed every instruction we left for the dogs to the letter, and she sent us daily updates with photos of two very happy pups, which gave us total peace of mind while we were away. What really set Barbara apart was how gracious and flexible she was. Nearly every day I had to reach out with an unexpected request, from coordinating with a friend who needed to pick up a car I'd completely forgotten about to catching a cold delivery and getting it into the fridge in time. She handled every one without hesitation and with a great attitude. And to top it off, she left our house in better shape than she found it. We came home to clean, relaxed dogs and a tidy home. We'll absolutely be booking Barbara again, and I recommend her without reservation to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and trustworthy sitter. If I could give more than five stars, I would!
We scheduled a half day day before having the full day stay. Our Otis is very selective with people and takes him some time to warm up to people. He did very well with Nicole the first stay and he seems to warm up fairly quicker than normal. We feel more comfortable with the longer day stay knowing Otis is pretty comfortable with Nicole!
Carol was so incredible to our pup. He’s an anxious one, she was so patient with him, met him where he was at, had great instincts with acknowledging his boundaries (better than us apparently!!), and was great at communicating back to us. You can tell she has a lot of experience with pets and knows how to approach many different types of pet personalities! She not only took great care of our dog but our home as well. It looked just as clean if not cleaner when we got home from our trip. Would definitely recommend her to anyone who wants to have their pet in good hands. We would use her again in a heartbeat! ♥️
My 2 senior pups seemed to enjoy their time with Laura. She seemed to understand them even though they don't adjust very easily to new situations very easily. I felt confident that they were in good hands while I was away. She sent updates and pictures periodically so I was able to feel connected while I was away. She did a good job dealing with them.
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The average cost of House Sitting in San Carlos on Rover is $50 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $27 and $78 per night. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 4,705 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across San Carlos. 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 San Carlos 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 San Carlos 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.
<b>Tip:</b> 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 San Carlos 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 casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet .
sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in San Carlos. On Rover:
- 95% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 98% 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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