House Sitting in San Marcos

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Sitter Profile Image: Amelia C.
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Amelia C.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
11 repeat clients
15 years of experience
San marcos, TX, 78666

We enjoyed working with Amelia! She took such good care of our dog, who has unique medical needs due to his epilepsy. She gave us frequent updates and photos, and was very responsive. We will absolutely be using Amelia again in the future!

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Natalie R.
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Valerie A.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
13 repeat clients
3 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78666

Valerie takes great care of our Mulberry girl! Sending plenty of pics, taking her on walks, and keeping the house clean. We couldn’t ask for much more!

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Sitter Profile Image: Karen W.
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Karen W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78666

She was amazing! She sent me pictures and made sure to let me know what was going on when I asked. She was also very understanding when I couldn’t answer sometimes due to being in a no phone zone. She left my apartment how I left with I deeply appreciated! Best sitter I’ve ever had, and I will definitely be booking with her again!

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Corina M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
13 repeat clients
3 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78666

Corina was absolutely phenomenal. I would highly recommend as a dog sitter. We have two larger/mid-size dogs. We received updates and photos at least twice a day. Communication was smooth and proactive. We know everything was being handled with care and as if we were home with them. The girls had the best time!

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Gabrielle H.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
7 repeat clients
40 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78665

Gabrielle did a wonderful job housesitting and making sure my fur babies were taken care of. She excelled at providing communication regularly and followed all the necessary feeding instructions to include daily medications for one of my dogs.

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Cynthia G.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
8 years of experience
Kyle, TX, 78640

Cynthia was absolutely amazing!! Very attentive and communicative. Our pup absolutely loved her and she went above and beyond with everything we asked! She even went as far to make him a custom bandana with his name. 10/10 recommend!!

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Brandy S.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
17 repeat clients
16 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78666

Brandy responded to a very last minute request for my sick kitty which I appreciated. She followed the directions and was very communicative. She took care of my kitty and I felt at ease that she was in good hands.

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Alexander D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Kyle, TX, 78640

There are not enough good things to say about our experience with Alex. I am normally a basket case with just leaving LeeLoo but now we have our 3 month old, Zeppelin, whom we cannot board. Alex was beyond attentive to their needs, schedules, and our instructions. He is very respectful and knows animal behavior. Our home was left in the same (actually better) condition than when we left. He provided updates frequently. But most of all, when we got home… the dogs weren’t even that excited to see us 😂😂😂😂. They were comfortable and cared for extremely well. Will be booking Alex again for sure.

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Madison M.
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$50
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5 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78666

About: I just recently dog sat at a family friends house for a weekend, and I played with her, went outside with her and just made sure she felt loved. She also loves to cuddle, so we cuddled on the couch together. I have open availability right now, as I am a recent college graduate and will have plenty of time to play with and take care of your pet(s)! I am able to play with your pet, and I can give them their food or medication they may need. I can also take them on walks within the area to give them some exercise!

Sitter Profile Image: Marlen O.
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Marlen O.
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$49
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5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
13 repeat clients
25 years of experience
SAN MARCOS, TX, 78666

Marlen was amazing with our dogs! She is so kind, considerate and professional. We received a ton of photos while we were away and she was very good at keeping in touch. She stayed in our home with the dogs and when we returned, it was like she was never there! The dogs went on daily walks and I know they received lots of attention. Couldn’t recommend her enough!

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Nadia M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
8 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Kyle, TX, 78640

Nadia was communicative, tidy, and very patient with my dogs (one especially who takes awhile to warm up to new visitors). She even did a bit of extra cleaning for me! Highly recommend her services.

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Sitter Profile Image: Cydney G.
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Cydney G.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 repeat clients
3 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78666

About: Hi! My name is Cydney and I have lived in the area for 5 years. I originally moved here for school and recently graduated from Texas State. I have a passion for animals and love making new furry friends! I have over 300 hours of volunteer experience in animal shelters walking, administering medication, and simply loving dogs and cats of all shapes and sizes. I am also a certified veterinarian assistant in the state of Texas. I cannot wait to meet your dog and give them a wag! I currently work full time 8-5pm. I can stop by for drop-in visits in the mid-afternoons and evenings to make sure everything is okay with your loved one! I will treat your animals with the best care available and always make sure they are loved and taken care of. I want the best for your loved one and will do my best to deliver!

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Sahara & Santo R.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
198 reviews
89 repeat clients
20 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78666

Sahara really went above and beyond for my Murphy! I got multiple daily updates and truly felt like she cared about him like he was her own dog! Will 100% book again with her on my next trip

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Sitter Profile Image: Taylor H.
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Taylor H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78666

About: My life has been defined by a deep connection to animals, from growing up in a multi-pet household of dogs and cats to exploring the intricate world of aquarium keeping. This lifelong passion eventually evolved into a professional focus; I am currently a graduate student in Psychology and am personally training my own service dog, Disco. My experience goes beyond basic pet sitting; I understand canine behavior, the importance of positive reinforcement, and the necessity of a calm, structured environment. Whether I’m managing a high-energy dog, a senior pet with a strict medication schedule, or even a delicate aquatic setup, I bring a researcher's attention to detail and a lifelong lover's heart to every home. I’ve spent years caring for the pets of friends and family, and I look forward to providing that same expert, reliable care for your companions. Pet care is the foundation of my daily life. As a service dog handler, I live and breathe animal behavior and routine. My day is built around structured walks, training reinforcement, and clear communication. While I balance my graduate studies and work, my school breaks are dedicated to providing high-quality, attentive care for your pets. Because I am used to the responsibility of a working dog, I bring that same level of discipline and reliability to your pet’s schedule, ensuring they feel secure and cared for in a low-stress, organized environment. I provide a calm, supervised environment where your pet’s safety is the top priority. I am accompanied by my service dog, Disco, who is expertly trained to be neutral and respectful of other animals' space. This often provides a wonderful, stabilizing social environment for the pets I watch. I am meticulous about feeding and exercise schedules, and I am particularly mindful of safety—for example, avoiding noon-day heat to protect paws and prevent overheating. Whether we are in my home or yours, I maintain a 'safety-first' mentality, ensuring all environments are secure and all interactions are positive.

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Katie S.
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$70
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
21 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Kyle, TX, 78640

Katie spent the whole weekend in our home with our Sadie and we are so grateful! Dog people get each other and she’s just that… a dog love that gets us and gets our pup. Thank you, Katie, for keeping our worrying minds at ease and taking care of our baby when we are away!

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Brinkley H.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
4 repeat clients
12 years of experience
San marcos, TX, 78666

10/10 —- great person

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Sitter Profile Image: Grace R.
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Grace R.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
10 repeat clients
20 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78666

I can’t say enough wonderful things about Grace! We have an anxious pup who doesn’t always give love willingly. Grace must be a dog whisperer because her and our pup hit it off immediately! It was great receiving photos and activity updates throughout the day. Especially the ones of our pup glued to Grace’s hip! Grace also stayed at our house and left everything cleaner than we left it! Grace provided us with an awesome first Rover experience and we hope she will be our go-to for future trips!

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Sitter Profile Image: Michaline Y.
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Michaline Y.
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$30
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4.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78666

Our dogs love Michi! She's so kind and very communicative. Thank you for taking such good care of Bodhi and Remy!

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Sam C.
Sitter Profile Image: Lucrecia O.
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Lucrecia O.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
7 repeat clients
2 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78666

Lucrecia was great! Our dog is a bit nervous when we leave, so we tend to go overboard on instructions. Lucrecia was very understanding and our Zeus seems very happy and relaxed around her.

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Samuel K.
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$28
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9 years of experience
San Marcos, TX, 78613

About: I've lived with cats my whole life, volunteered at a local dog shelter in High School, and been a dog sitter within my neighborhood since I was 14. I have experience with animals of all sizes, from kittens to St. Bernards. I will be starting a part-time academic schedule for the summer semester, meaning I will have lots of free time to spend house sitting or dropping in on your pets! I provide dedicated care right in the comfort of your pets' familiar environment. For both dogs and cats, I focus on giving them plenty of attention, playtime, and companionship while following their exact care instructions. I also make sure your house is kept safe, locked up, and tidy while you are away.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

We enjoyed working with Amelia! She took such good care of our dog, who has unique medical needs due to his epilepsy. She gave us frequent updates and photos, and was very responsive. We will absolutely be using Amelia again in the future!

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Natalie R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Peighton was great. I did not have to worry about my dog and she was very professional with the entire process

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Daniel D.
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Karen (Hannah) was wonderful! I got into a bind at the last minute due to a cancellation and I was extremely lucky to find Karen. She responded to my request immediately and drove over for a meet and greet. It went real well and I knew that Emmy would be in great hands. I received feedback from her everyday. When I got home I think Emmy wasn't expecting me - she was expecting Karen. But, luckily she's accepted me back - haha. And the house was in perfect shape. You can't go wrong with her. I'm looking forward to having her come back again.

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Elaine H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Brandy responded to a very last minute request for my sick kitty which I appreciated. She followed the directions and was very communicative. She took care of my kitty and I felt at ease that she was in good hands.

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Gabrielle H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Cornia took care of my girls, again. Upon my return, the girls were fine, happy and fed. The house, bedding, towels and trash were taken care of. Always a pleasure to do business with Cornia. Have her booked again already.

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Michael B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Valerie takes great care of our Mulberry girl! Sending plenty of pics, taking her on walks, and keeping the house clean. We couldn’t ask for much more!

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Cady M.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Elizabeth was great! So attentive and communicative about my pups. She went out of her way to help my pup release all her puppy energy & was gentle with my little one with mobility issues. Will book with her again :)

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Jessica C.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

#1, Megan is a caring individual, weather concerning my Sadie or myself. She showed genuine interest from our first meeting. Sadie, on our return was content and calm, the house was spotless and all in order. We will defiantly use Megan again and again!

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Dana M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Cloe was amazing with my anxious pup! It was my first time leaving my girls with a sitter & she made it super stress-free. On top of being so patient & trustworthy, she was also super accommodating when I needed her to stay longer. I’ll definitely be booking again! Thank you so much, Cloe!

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Alexa G.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Baylee took wonderful care of our dogs, Piper and Ruby, while we were away for five days. She made sure they were well exercised, entertained, and showered with plenty of cuddles. It gave us real peace of mind knowing they were in such good hands. She also stayed at our home and left everything spotless—even putting the sheets in the wash before she left, which was such a thoughtful touch. We truly appreciate her attention to detail and the care she showed both our dogs and our home. We highly recommend Baylee and will absolutely be using her again!

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Bobbi J.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Grace was AMAZING! She walked in and the dogs immediately were drawn to her. She has an awesome calming presence and a terrific heart. Just perfect in every way. The best! 💖

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Ann M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Shameray always does an incredible job house sitting our dogs and cat. They just love her so much! We really appreciate her work. She is our #1 go-to sitter!

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Shane L.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Chase is very sweet, and absolutely amazing with both of our dogs. We have an anxious rescue and it seemed that he took to her immediately. They both seemed very comfortable with chase and got lots of love and attention. I would 100% recommend, and we will continue to book with her. Thank you chase!!!

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Madison H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kayla was amazing as always! Her communication was great and she provided updates with pictures and videos so we knew Loki and Thor were happy and taken care of. Unfortunately Thor broke one of his nails while playing outside but Kayla was quick to immediately take care of him and let us know. We will continue to trust Kayla with caring for our fur babies!

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Anakaren L.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Maya did a great job watching our pup, Maddox! She was very responsive and sent photo updates daily which was very important for us. She is reliable and flexible with schedules! Maya also went above and beyond helping out with a few things around the house like taking the trash to the street for trash day. 10/10 recommend!

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Madeline T.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Marlen was an awesome fit for both our nervous older rescue chihuahua and our enthusiastic 3 year old golden retriever! She was very communicative and sent over pictures and updates throughout our trip. We really appreciated having her to be here with the dogs and will definitely reach out in the future.

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Hadley S.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

The animals were well taken care of. Alex sent pictures and they always looked very happy. I will definitely request him next time.

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Stacy H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Shelby was great! I can be a little psychotic about leaving Diesel behind, but she would send me pictures and updates to keep me sane. She took great care of him and he loved having her here. She even cleaned the whole house before we got home a very nice surprise :) will definitely be booking with Shelby again in the future

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Danielle V.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Devin is amazing!! It’s hard to know where to start. She was so flexible with her schedule and we came home to a very happy and healthy dog. I would absolutely work with Devin again. Can’t praise her enough!

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Caitlin E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Landen was great. I came home to happy pets and a clean house. She was very respectful and had no problem taking care of my girls and asking questions when needed. I could have used a few more pictures but I did get at least a couple a day.

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Jessica G.
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in San Marcos on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $50 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.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 2,223 house sitters in San Marcos. 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, 88% of San Marcos house sitters respond in under an hour.

House sitters in San Marcos 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 Marcos.

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 Marcos 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.

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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.