
Every sitter passes an enhanced background check. Learn about RoverProtect
Loving house sitters in your neighborhood
Search Results


1. Stephanie H.

“Stephanie was amazing! Our dog was clearly very comfortable with her and cared for while we were gone. I am a nervous mom and I loved how communicative Stephanie was throughout her stay. We will definitely be asking her to come back!”


2. Gabriela C.

“Gabriela was wonderful with Pookie and Trixie!! She took great care of them and kept me updated with videos and pictures. She's an absolutely delightful person and I hope that she'll be able to watch the pooches when needed in the future.”


3. Michelle D.

“I have asked Michelle to cat-sit my kitty twice now and she has been great! My cat has separation anxiety and not only is Michelle great at calming her down, she plays with her a lot. She does a great job of making sure the litter is scooped, water is filled, and food bowls full. She has also been very respectful of my home; she is very clean. I will be asking her to cat-sit my Nugget in the future.”




4. Danyel K.
“Danyel was incredible—responsible, communicative, and so loving with our dogs. We came home to a spotless house and happy pups. Total peace of mind! We even booked her for the summer!”


5. Loryne R.

“Loryne is great to work with. She always kept us posted on our dog's well-being so we never had to worry. She is very comfortable with big dogs, which is important to us, and we know they were well cared for!”


6. Vanessa T.

“I was very apprehensive about using Rover but, at least with Vanessa, those fears were eliminated. She is very pleasant and professional. Brandi (10-month-old Shih Tzu) seemed very happy. We came home unexpectedly an hour early and found Vanessa on the floor playing with our baby. We will definitely use Vanessa again.”


7. Estela L.

“Estela was very professional and friendly towards our dog. Somehow our dog instantly bonded with her and even though he has separation anxiety, with Estela he was quite comfortable and calm. I would like to request her service again.”


8. Tracey D.


“Tracey was phenomenal from the first meeting. She stayed with our 3 rescues for 9 days and not only took care of their basic needs, but made them feel comfortable in our absence. Their individual quirks did not phase her at all. Tracey had the desire to understand each dog and know how to best care for and interact with each one as they are all very different from one another. Upon our return all 3 dogs were calm and happy and had clearly been well cared for; in addition our house was left spotless and organized. Tracey is a professional and uses her extensive experience with dogs to provide exceptional care to the dogs lucky enough to stay with her.”


9. Malia C.

“It I could give 10 starts, I would. Malia is a kind, animal-loving professional who not only takes great care of your furry companion, but also take care of your house like it’s her own. I came home to a content, happy kitty and a home that was impeccably organized and even smelled like fresh laundry (?!). Such a relief to see that my cat had a great time while I was gone. Malia also takes the cutest photos of your pet. I will definitely book Malia again in the future whenever I go out of town.”


10. Sejla G.

“Sejla did a stellar job caring for our 3 cats and puppy during our week away. She is very caring, trustworthy, knowledgeable and professional. She has an innate way with animals, giving them a lot of attention and love. She kept us informed and sent pictures and updates every day which we loved. She cared for our fur-babies and our home like they were her own, and because we didn’t worry our vacation was that much better. Our pets love Sejla and so do we! We will be repeat clients for sure!!”


11. Caitlin F.

“I had a great experience with Caitlin. She was prompt to all of our scheduled meetings in the run up to the actual house sit. During the house sit itself she was great with communication and provided pictures of my dog while I was away. Overall a very responsible and professional house/pet sitter who I will use again.”


12. Margaret K.


“We’re so glad we found Maggie to care for our dog, Zoe, and our two cats! She took amazing care of them, sending daily updates and photos, and kept in great communication with us while we were away. When we returned, our pets were happy and relaxed, clearly having received the same love, attention, and care we give them. We couldn’t have asked for anything more!”


13. Leslie C.

“Leslie was absolutely incredible and hands-down the best dog sitter we’ve had. We really appreciated how attentive and caring she was to our dog, Mimo, and to our space throughout the holiday weekend. Not only was she prompt and communicative, but she went above and beyond to ensure Mimo was taken care of, and always sending great updates in the process. We’re looking forward to the next opportunity Leslie can watch again!”


14. Gennesaret W.
“Gennesaret is a very conscientious and responsible person. She loves all animals and is caring and reliable. Entrusting your pets with Gennesaret is a no-brainer.”


15. Jacob C.


“Jacob has provided phenomenal care in his drop-in visits for our cat over the last 1-2 years. Because of his consistent kindness, professionalism and caring for animals, we recently had him become our house-sitter as well (taking care of our 2 dogs in addition to the cat). And yet again, Jacob has come through and provided phenomenal care for our cat, our dogs, and our house.. He knows what he's doing, and does it so well!! We are so grateful to have found Jacob and to have him be our permanent house-sitter from now on. Amazing human being as well!”


16. Lazarus C.
“We have hired Laz on several occasions to care for our two dogs and cat, he has been on time and courteous. We would highly recommend him.”


17. Kerynne T.

“Kerynne watched our 5 year old doodle Cooper for the long weekend and was so so wonderful with him!! We got so many photo and video updates and it was such a relief to not have to worry while away. Couldn't have asked for a better housesitter and coopersitter! Highly, highly recommend!”


18. Quynh N.

“Quynh is a great pet sitter. She was so attentive with my two dogs and sent tons of photos of all their adventures. I look forward to having her watch my dogs again!”


19. Eli S.

“Eli took fantastic care of Meri while I was away. He sent me daily updates and pictures, which gave me so much peace of mind. He also kept the house spotless and went above and beyond by washing and drying the blankets and towels. Highly recommend him!”


20. Amani H.

“Amani is fabulous. I have a little rescue dog, who has a few rescue quirks. Amani knew how to quickly gain his trust, and she clearly knows how to work with animals. She kept my house clean and tidy, and gave me continual updates. I will absolutely use her again.”
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 San Jose on Rover as of Jun 2025 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 Jun 2025, there are 3,324 house sitters in San Jose. 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 San Jose house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in San Jose have an average of 15 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 San Jose.
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 Jose 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.
