House Sitting in San Carlos
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Top rated San Carlos house sitters
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Kayley was wonderful with my dog, Magnus. She is kind and communicative; I got updates and pictures often. I never once doubted that Magnus was being well cared for. Kayley also left my home clean and tidy. I will gladly book with her again.”
“Angelica was so great with our 1 year old lab, bowie. She came two nights in a row to look after him and she was so attentive. She played with him and took him out on walks -- we were able to not worry while we were gone. Thank you Angelica!”
“Kiansu was great and booking with her was a breeze! She was very prompt with arriving for the housesit and regular walks for my dog, who immediately took to her. She also provided plenty of pictures of them going on adventures around the neighborhood which were super reassuring that my dog was in good hands. She was also a very tidy guest which I appreciate. Strongly recommend Kiansu for your furry friends!”
“Loren is great! She on the ball quick to respond and update us. We had her house sit and care for our 8 month old pup and 2 cats. She sent pics regularly and left our house clean. She even restocked bread and milk! She also came for a meet/ greet and a separate hour trial dog walk w us on her own time. We would highly recommend Loren for your pet care.”
“Heidi took wonderful care of Odie while we were away! She was friendly, responsive, and thoughtful. I received daily updates and photos which was comforting. She stayed in our home and we came home to a clean place! I really appreciated Heidi taking such great care of my senior buddy. Thank you!!”
“Kat is phenomenal. We came home to the happiest and healthiest puppy (and we all know how hard it is to take care of a puppy for over a week) as well as a spotless home. We had significant issues traveling home our last day and Kat was flexible and supportive the entire time even going out of her way to stay longer with our girl. Kat is 100% my go to going forward and both our puppy and I recommend her wholeheartedly.”
“Thiri made fast friends with our senior pittie and also managed our scaredy-cat and kept an eye on the snake, too. We came home to a happy pup and a clean, well cared for home and yard. Thank you!”
“She was amazing with my two cats and dog! They all seemed so comfortable with her, which says a lot because they can be picky about people. She kept me updated and sent me pictures, which I loved. When I got home, everyone was relaxed and clearly well cared for. You can tell she genuinely loves animas. I would absolutely book her again.”
About: Lifelong pet owner and trusted pet sitter for friends and family. I bring patience, experience, and a love for animals to every sitting job, ensuring your pet gets the same level of care and attention they get from you. I am available Fridays all day, and anytime after 4:30pm the rest of the week. I am also available for overnight pet sitting, or early morning visits (5-7am) Very respectful of client space and time, following instructions, and open communication with updates when requested. This is also generally dependent primarily on the owner's requests.
“Caroline is wonderful! We have used her dog sitting services twice now and were very happy with the level of care she provided for our dog. Very communicative and stayed the entire time! We will definitely be booking with Caroline in the future!”
“Sandra was very responsive and was flexible with dealing with our shifting schedule. Miso, our chaweenie, was very happy with Sandra watching her. Will be asking her to watch Miso again soon. Thanks Sandra!”
“Thank you Jenna for your tender loving care of Alex while I was away. I know it wasn't easy, as he also started a new medication (that you picked up for me!!) along with his other meds. Just getting him to take his meds is quite a task. I will certainly contact you again the next time we are out of town. Thank you, thank you!!”
“Michele was so wonderful with my cat Sona while I was out of town! She spent so much time with her, checked in frequently with lots of photos and videos, and I came home to a very content and happy cat. Would highly recommend!”
“Margo was exceptional with our sweet but reactive dog. She has been kind and patient with him, careful to let him set the pace to establish trust. And she was a big hit with him in the end and we will continue to use her services.”
About: Dogs have always been a large part of my life, whether the pups were my own, my roommate’s, or my friends’. Currently, I don't have any fur babies of my own and this is the longest I've lived without one in my life, so I’m hoping that caring for your fur babies will help tide me over until I'm able to get one of my own! I have a lot of love and attention I’d love to shower your fur baby with, but I also have a lot of patience and persistence for those who need a more determined approach. I have experience working with big and small breeds and younger and senior mutts, as well as Boxers, Pit Bulls, Great Danes, Labradors, German Shepherds, and Golden Retrievers. For the past year I’ve been volunteering with the Peninsula Humane Society and SPCA for the past year, working specifically with reactive and fearful dogs. Prior to that I’ve volunteered at shelters all over the world. I’ve lived in a few different countries and within the US I’ve lived in Boston, Washington D.C., Florida, and now the Bay Area! I speak English and Hindi fluently, and am conversant in Spanish, French, and Arabic. I’m happy to learn how to say commands and sweet nothings in any language that your fur baby prefers. I have a BA in Biological Anthropology from Boston University and a Master’s in Public Health from George Washington University. I’m currently unemployed and looking for work in health care - but this just means my schedule is that much more open and flexible. I look forward to loving and caring for your pup while their favorite person is away. I’m currently unemployed and looking for work in health care - but this just means my schedule is that much more open and flexible. I'm happy to work on the schedule that works best for you. When caring for your pet in your own I am respectful, considerate, and clean. I understand that sharing your space with another person requires a lot of faith and understanding, and I endeavor to make sure we are both comfortable with the arrangement. I hold transparency and trust in very high regard! Along-side caring for your pet I'm happy to water plants or take care of any other living thing that might also need attention!
About: I started by taking care of my moms 4 dogs when she would go on vacations and needed a dog sitter. That really taught me how to feed them efficiently and when to take them outside to go potty. From there I learned how to hang out with them and play with them efficiently. I am a college student with classes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday I am available for the entire day and night. On Wednesday and Friday I'm available at night, Monday I'm not because I have a night class. Staying over night is not a problem, along with check ins during the days even on school days. I love dogs and am really good at feeding them, taking them outside, and playing with them. I'm not a trainer, but someone who is good at taking care of them while you are away. My mom has 4 small dogs so I'm very familiar with smaller dogs, but I have also watched bigger dogs as well.
“Ian is absolutely the BEST!! They are so kind and considerate, send the best photos of the dogs and you can really tell they love what they do! Ian goes well above and beyond as well! Not only were my pups well cared for and relaxed when we got home, but the house was spotless and they even did the sheets and made the bed so we didn’t have to when we got home! Cannot wait to book again!!”
Over 410 pet parents in San Carlos have booked house sitting
San Carlos pet parents share their Rover experiences
Kayleen was one of the best, if not the best, cat sitters we've had. Our cat Sparky is our fur baby and very affectionate and attached to people. I could tell Kayleen really delighted in Sparky and provided the companionship that he needed. She took him outside on his cat leash and let him wander around and brushed him out daily, both of which he really loves. Kayleen is kind and reliable and we are truly thankful we met her and look forward to having her watch Sparky again!
Chelsea took amazing care of our fur baby while we were away for spring break and he had the absolute best time! From sunset walks along the Bay Trail to endless cuddles on the couch, he was spoiled just as much as he usually is. On top of the top-tier pet care, she looked after our house as if it were her own. It was wonderful to return to a home that was perfectly tidy and even more peaceful than we left it. We can’t recommend Chelsea enough, she’s a true professional and a genuine animal lover.
Nicol stayed at our house with our anxious senior dog who has special needs and requires oral medication and eye drops. Nicol was great at communicating with us while we were away. I received great photos, videos and detailed updates on our dog's food and walks which I really appreciated. Nicol was sure to understand Walden's needs and made an extra effort to meet those needs and went above and beyond. When we returned from our trip, Walden was happy and relaxed and our house was spotless and tidy. I could tell Nicol really cared for and got to know Walden even though we had only had a meet and greet before this booking. I highly recommend her and would book again.
Karina was great with our pup - I could tell he felt very comfortable right away with her. She followed instructions well and left our house clean, exactly how we had left it. She was responsive and did a few extra helpful tasks for us while we were gone, like taking our garbage out and putting delivered groceries away.
Julie Mae was so outstanding I was sad for Munchi when I came home, and Munchi might have been sad too because she spent the first night I was back walking around looking for Julie Mae. Julie Mae is very kind, perceptive, and caring. She also communicates well, and really removed any worries for me while I was gone. She even took Munchi on a picnic!
Deborah's the best. You can tell right away that she's truly a dog person. She took care of Wallace for 2 weeks and that was no small undertaking. He's a very senior 90# chocolate lab with mobility and incontinence issues. She totally rose to the challenge, going above and beyond; dog baths, obtaining supplements, even facilitating getting him set up with a new bed. She's amazing. If I need help again for sure she's going to be my first call. But I think she's going to be discovered and I have no doubt she will easily fill up her schedule
Laura is a wonderful dog and house sitter. She is responsible and asks questions to understand our dogs' different needs. She communicates well with photos and updates. We can easily be away from home knowing she is there to tend to the needs of our two Cardigan Welsh Corgis and our home and land.
11/10 Highly recommend Kiansu! She took care of our cat and dog and she did a fantastic job! Our cat normally doesn’t like sitters but with Kiansu she made her feel so comfortable! She was amazing as well with our little dog Remington She sent us so many pictures during our trip! She was amazing!
She was amazing with my two cats and dog! They all seemed so comfortable with her, which says a lot because they can be picky about people. She kept me updated and sent me pictures, which I loved. When I got home, everyone was relaxed and clearly well cared for. You can tell she genuinely loves animas. I would absolutely book her again.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in San Carlos is $75
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Sitters in San Carlos average 4 repeat house sitting clients
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 San Carlos on Rover as of Apr 2026 was about $75 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 2026, there are 7,959 house sitters in San Carlos. 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, 83% of San Carlos house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in San Carlos have an average of 14 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 San Carlos.
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. San Carlos 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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