House Sitting in San Luis Obispo
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Gabriel was wonderful! He was willing and able to take on some days watching Lucy as my regular sitter was booked a few days during a long work trip. He did a wonderful job with her, was so kind, caring and great. She was comfortable, happy and well cared for. He did a great job keeping me updated, answering my questions and ensuring I felt comfortable having someone new care for Lucy. Will absolutely be using him again!”
“Riley took care of my cats for a weekend and she did a good job. My cats are older but they get a bit of separation anxiety and I worry about them being alone. Riley was able to follow instructions and left my home and cats as well as she found them. Riley sent a couple of photos and updates during the weekend which I appreciated. Thank you!”
“Mindy took great care of our three fur babies for the weekend! She sent updates with photos of each and was professional in her coming/going. She left the bedding folded and the house tidy when she left. We appreciated her flexibility in adding on an additional night to the original booking as well. We will be booking again! :)”
About: I’ve taken care of pets since I was 10 years old and currently care for my own 1-year-old cat. I have experience with dogs and cats of all ages and temperaments. Friends, family, and neighbors have trusted me over the years to walk, feed, bathe, and give love to their pets while they’re away. I genuinely enjoy connecting with animals and making sure they feel safe, happy, and cared for. I’m a college student currently on summer break, so I have a very flexible schedule with lots of free time! I’m available throughout the week and weekends for pet sitting, drop-ins, or walks. I’ll make sure your pet gets all the attention, playtime, and care they need. I always make sure pets feel safe and comfortable in my care. Whether I’m in your home or mine, I focus on creating a calm and loving environment. I’m attentive to routines, feeding needs, and playtime, and I follow any specific instructions you leave to make sure your pet stays happy and healthy.
About: Hi, I’m Bella! I’m 21 and living in San Luis Obispo for school. I have 4 years of experience caring for pets and I absolutely love animals. I’m available for dog walking, feeding, playtime, overnight sitting, and giving pets lots of love and attention. I’ve stayed with puppies as well as senior dogs up to 17 years old. I’m currently attending school part time so I have lots of time to spend with your animals. I am available for overnight stays any day of the week or weekend, as well as drop ins or dog walking! I care for pets in their own home by following their usual routine to keep them comfortable and happy. I make sure they’re fed on schedule, walked or played with for exercise, given fresh water, and have plenty of love and attention. I also keep the home tidy, send photo updates, and follow any special instructions from the owner.
“Lizzy is great to work with. We have two very active dogs and she handles them extremely well. We explained to her how they interact and when the difficult stuff happens she was on it and again handle it great.”
“Josie was awesome! She stayed at our place over a long holiday weekend and took great care of our dogs. She kept in touch the whole time, sent cute pictures, and let us know when one of our pups wasn’t feeling well. We really appreciated the updates. Came home to a clean house and two happy dogs—couldn’t ask for more. Will definitely book with Josie again!”
“Zara is an amazing sitter for our pup, Ripple! She is so attentive to Ripple’s needs, very communicative and sends us lots of pictures and updates, and even braved a power outage at our place. We’re so grateful to know our girl was in great hands while we were away!”
About: As a Dog Behavior Therapist I have treated and trained dozens of pets and service dogs. I have been caring for animals and providing positive reinforcement and love to dogs and cats since I could walk. My first love was my Saint Bernard, who I taught to give me rides around the neighborhood. During my time as a home health nurse I also cared for many senior, disabled, troubled, blind, and injection dependant dogs. As an extremely active person, I enjoy treating dogs to quality time in the great outdoors, while working on their skills as good doggy citizens. In my opinion pets and verbal praise are even more important than treats for positive reinforcement, so my furry friends always get lots of affection when they’re in my care. I work with a very flexible schedule, so often have availability during the days for short and long adventures. I have lived and served this community for a decade, and now enjoy walking my furry friends in the parks and open spaces, or taking a drive in my SUV (with ramp for senior/disabled dogs) to the local dog parks and beaches. I keep an accurate and updated calendar here at Rover. I have a very flexible schedule, so usually have availability during the days for short and long adventures, or to check in on dog and cat friends. I have a doggy play space and open space for long walks and fun dog activities. Dogs are always supervised and updates sent to owner/s with photos and locations so you can feel secure in knowing where and what your beloved companion is doing to enjoy themselves.
About: I’ve been experienced with pets my entire life - from administering medicine to dealing with separation anxiety. Have worked with dogs from 8 pounds to 160. I coach for a few hours each day, so I have plenty of free time to care for your pets. I’m flexible and can visit your home for walks, drop-ins, or overnight stays. Whether you need a quick visit or a long adventure, I’m here to help whenever you need. Your pet will have plenty of safe space to play in my secure fenced yard and can enjoy time with my two friendly German Shorthaired Pointers. I have extensive experience handling feeding routines, administering medication, and caring for pets with anxiety. I make sure every pet feels comfortable, secure, and loved while in my care.
“What a great dog sitter Joshuah was. It's so hard to leave and feel comfortable with my time away but Joshuah was perfect. He responded promptly every time I sent a message I appreciated that! I felt very comfortable with him here in my house for 5 nights...pictures daily”
“Hannah was great! Super responsive from the get go, kept me updated throughout each day I was gone, and left my house exactly as I left it. Loved the daily photos so I could see my pup having a blast. Thanks, Hannah!”
“Nate and Kate are fantastic. They stayed at our house for a week and took care of Kaley, our soft coated Wheaten terrier and Kiwi, our parrot. Kaley is getting older and is on meds. Nate and Kate made sure she was well taken care of. I highly recommend Nate and Kate.”
About: I am currently attending Cal Poly in Animal Science with a Pre Veterinary concentration. I am currently saving up for vet school so I can continue my education. I have experience with administering medications or caring for more attention seeking animals. My family owns an English bulldog who requires a lot of care and attention. I am also very active and love to go on hikes and adventures. I love to keep owners up to date with their animals and send pictures and updates. Hopefully I can give the love and attention to your animals the way your family does while you are away! I am currently available everyday for what your pet needs. I will need to be with my own animals for a few hours of each day but it will be flexible based on your needs. I am an animal lover who makes sure that the animals at my home and yours are happy and healthy. Every pet that is under my care will be treated as if it was my own. I also can give updates as much or little as you would like so you know that your pet is safe and happy. My priority is your pet and your peace of mind as an owner
“Evan was an amazing house sitter and pet sitter for our dog and cat. I highly recommend him for house and pet sitting. He checked in and sent me pictures. Very communicative and responsible.”
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Gabriel R.
“Gabriel was wonderful! He was willing and able to take on some days watching Lucy as my regular sitter was booked a few days during a long work trip. He did a wonderful job with her, was so kind, caring and great. She was comfortable, happy and well cared for. He did a great job keeping me updated, answering my questions and ensuring I felt comfortable having someone new care for Lucy. Will absolutely be using him again!”
Riley K.
“Riley took care of my cats for a weekend and she did a good job. My cats are older but they get a bit of separation anxiety and I worry about them being alone. Riley was able to follow instructions and left my home and cats as well as she found them. Riley sent a couple of photos and updates during the weekend which I appreciated. Thank you!”
Sarah B.
“Sarah is THE BEST! Second time having her care for my dog and it's so comforting to know he's well taken care of when I'm gone! My dog is always happy when I come home!”
Mindy S.
“Mindy took great care of our three fur babies for the weekend! She sent updates with photos of each and was professional in her coming/going. She left the bedding folded and the house tidy when she left. We appreciated her flexibility in adding on an additional night to the original booking as well. We will be booking again! :)”
Aisha C.
“Aisha C. has been an incredible blessing as both a house sitter and pet sitter for my dog and cat. From the moment she walked in, her calm, loving energy put my pets at ease—something not everyone can do. She provided them with the same level of care and affection I would give myself, making sure they were not only well-fed and exercised but also emotionally nurtured. Aisha kept my home spotless, watered plants, and eve pool n sent thoughtful updates and photos that reassured me while I was away. Her reliability, attention to detail, and genuine love for animals make her truly one of a kind. Aisha is not just a sitter—she’s someone you can fully trust with your home and your furry family.”
Isabella A.
“Isabella has been an amazing dog sitter/house sitter. I've had a few dog sitters in the past, but Isabella is on a different level. My animals love her (and I have one dog who does not like anybody). Isabella is the only dog sitter where I can go on vacation and actually enjoy my vacation without worry. One of my dogs had a medical emergency when we were on vacation and Isabella handled it without any problems. In addition, whenever we are out of town Bella sends us multiple cute pictures of our dogs looking happy and having fun. I would give Bella 5 out of 5 stars... she's that amazing.”
Sophia (Lizzy) S.
“Lizzy is great to work with. We have two very active dogs and she handles them extremely well. We explained to her how they interact and when the difficult stuff happens she was on it and again handle it great.”
Josephine W.
“Josie was awesome! She stayed at our place over a long holiday weekend and took great care of our dogs. She kept in touch the whole time, sent cute pictures, and let us know when one of our pups wasn’t feeling well. We really appreciated the updates. Came home to a clean house and two happy dogs—couldn’t ask for more. Will definitely book with Josie again!”
Zara C.
“Zara is an amazing sitter for our pup, Ripple! She is so attentive to Ripple’s needs, very communicative and sends us lots of pictures and updates, and even braved a power outage at our place. We’re so grateful to know our girl was in great hands while we were away!”
Kira M.
“Thanks for taking this last minute request to hang with Lola! Kira was kind and responsive, and sent lots of messages to keep me updated on lola. Thank you!”
Shaye D.
“Shaye was great! Our pups loved her!!! And we even got a few pic updates of the dogs on their walk!”
Kimberley H.
“Kimberley is incredibly trustworthy and caring. She always goes the extra mile to ensure my dog’s safety and happiness. I trust her completely with my dog and appreciate her regular updates. If you need a reliable, energetic and kind dog walker in San Luis Obispo I highly recommend her.”
Lauren F.
“Lauren did a wonderful job taking care of my Cozie! Cozie is very shy but Loren was able to make buddies with her and they had a great time! Thanks, Loren!!”
Andrew K.
“Drew is very conscientious and aware of keeping pets safe and combines that with a loving and fun approach. He has experience dealing with multiple dogs at once and dogs with special needs (administering medicine, rescue dogs, dogs with separation issues). You would be lucky to have him take care of your pet!!”
Joshuah M.
“What a great dog sitter Joshuah was. It's so hard to leave and feel comfortable with my time away but Joshuah was perfect. He responded promptly every time I sent a message I appreciated that! I felt very comfortable with him here in my house for 5 nights...pictures daily”
Hannah G.
“Hannah was great! Super responsive from the get go, kept me updated throughout each day I was gone, and left my house exactly as I left it. Loved the daily photos so I could see my pup having a blast. Thanks, Hannah!”
Kate & Nate R.
“Nate and Kate are fantastic. They stayed at our house for a week and took care of Kaley, our soft coated Wheaten terrier and Kiwi, our parrot. Kaley is getting older and is on meds. Nate and Kate made sure she was well taken care of. I highly recommend Nate and Kate.”
Isobel M.
“Izzy is absolutely incredible! I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my pets. She’s cared for my animals multiple times while I’ve been away, and every time I come home to happy, well-loved pets. She goes above and beyond—making sure they’re not only fed and walked, but truly cared for. She’s attentive, reliable, and clearly has a genuine love for animals. My dogs adore her, and it gives me so much peace of mind knowing they’re in such good hands. If you’re looking for someone to treat your pets like family, Izzy is the one!”
Evan R.
“Evan was an amazing house sitter and pet sitter for our dog and cat. I highly recommend him for house and pet sitting. He checked in and sent me pictures. Very communicative and responsible.”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in San Luis Obispo on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $63 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 454 house sitters in San Luis Obispo. 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, 85% of San Luis Obispo house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in San Luis Obispo have an average of 17 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 Luis Obispo.
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 Luis Obispo 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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