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1. Loren D.


“Loren was simply amazing! So friendly and competent and took our doggie on two walks a day. And I'm not talking about just walks around the neighborhood (although I would have been fine with that) but she took her on adventures! Waterdog, Coyote Point, Fort Funston...our dog was so spoiled! She earned our doggie's trust, and ours too! She left us the sweetest card and provided pics and communication throughout her stay. Would 100% recommend Loren, and hope to have her back for some of our next dog/house-sitting needs.”


2. Caroline A.


“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!”


3. Alanna F.

“Alanna was great. She was communicative and took wonderful care of my cat, Angel. She sent plenty of pictures and my cat really seemed to enjoy spending time with her.”


4. Ellen Jean P.

“Ellen was great!! We came back home to a very happy Peaky and a spotless apartment (dishes and linen all cleaned too!). Peaky can sometimes be a shy cat but he became friends with Ellen very quickly. We also appreciated the regular communication/updates and pics. Would love to have her sit Peaky again!”


5. Michael P.

“Bertie really enjoyed his time with Michael! Michael's flexible schedule allowed Bertie to have a full time companion which we greatly appreciated.”


6. Casey C.

“Maggie had a great time with Casey! Our dog can be difficult with other dogs but Casey assured us he had experience training his own dogs and dog sitting many others. We enjoyed our time off knowing she was in good hands.”


7. Sydney K.

“Sydney went above and beyond expectations. She listened to all my instructions and followed up with thoughtful questions, and it's clear how much she cares for dogs. I appreciated all the detailed updates and pictures to show how much my dog enjoyed her care. Not only that, but she took great care of my home, and took extra steps to make sure it was clean and neat upon my return. My dog loved spending the weekend with her, and I'll be sure to keep her in mind for future opportunities.”


8. Wenxuan Z.

“Felix was awesome! He goes above and beyond my expectations without even the need to communicate anything with him. He got so friendly with my Bella, they played all the time and he was amazing at sending photos and videos so I knew how my kitty was doing. I found the place looking better than when I left and Bella looks happy and well fed and looks like she had a great time. I am so grateful for Felix”


9. Torana T.

“Torana is super responsive and patient with our 11 week old puppy that is still going through potty training and separation anxiety. Really appreciate she took our request last minute so we can run errands and have a breather as new pet parents. We will definitely work with Torana again!”


10. Julie K.

“Julie did such an amazing job looking after Dexter and our home. If I could give more stars I would. Very professional and kind, keeping us updated on walks and general activities. Our new #1 choice for our fur baby!”


11. Madison A.
“Madison has been a lifesaver when it comes to caring for my dogs, especially my anxious Lhasa Apso, Snow. As a nursing student, her compassion and understanding truly shine through. She has a remarkable ability to calm Snow and make her feel safe, which has made a world of difference. Madison is always reliable and attentive, and I couldn’t be happier knowing my pets are in her capable hands!”


12. XInzhi Z.

“Xinzhi was perfect!! Everything from her communication daily to the pictures I receive throughout the day. Leo seemed happy during his hole stay! I highly recommend her and will be using her again soon! ?”




13. Lisa R.

“Lisa was exceptional with our dog and as a house sitter generally. We have a miniature pincher who is a total sweetheart once you get to know him, but our dog has pretty significant fear aggression problems (he is a rescue and we are working on it). We were especially nervous to leave our furry friend alone with a stranger and were concerned about how he would be handled. Lisa took the time to ask the right questions and made multiple visits to our home ahead of time to get to know our dog and have him become comfortable and trust her; She walked him and even had a joint session with our dog trainer in order to understand our doggy’s quirks and needs. And it worked! He absolutely ADORES her. It felt very reassuring to have Lisa pay such personal attention to Oliver’s unique needs and anxieties. On top of that, she cooked for him too! (Following doggy diet restrictions of course) Lisa was very communicative while we were away, updating us regularly on the household and was great with our other animals too. (We have 2 rats and a red eared slider turtle) She made sure they were all fed and well taken care of. Additionally, she gave them all special meals for Christmas. The house was in great condition when we returned home and all of our animals seemed happy and content. We are incredibly appreciative of the clear effort and care she provided for our family, and we have every intention of booking her again. We really can’t recommend Lisa enough!”


14. Bryan C.


“Bryan is great! Very chill, easy to communicate with, sends plenty of pics while they are out and about! We’ve already been a repeat customer as we come home to a very happy girl, we know she’s in good hands. I’m sure BK will be seeing Bryan again soon!”


15. Kelly H.

“This was my first time booking with Kelly, and she spent 5 nights with Dada. She took excellent care of Dada and also kept the apartment in great condition while we were away. I highly recommend Kelly!”


16. Ellen C.

“Ellen was great with our 4 pups! She sent us daily updates and our pups were comfortable with her. I’ll contact Ellen again next time I need a pet sitter.”


17. Jeffrey M.
“Jeff was a wonderful sitter keeping our house clean, organized and our two big pups happy. Took them on multiple walks throughout the day, gave them lots of attention and even gave them a bath. I would highly recommend using Jeff for all your pet sitting needs.”


18. Samantha H.

“Samantha did a great job watching our girl. She was very considerate and communicated when there were issues. She left our place just as clean as we’d left it too. Thanks Samantha!”


19. Mathew W.

“Very communicative and responsible dog and homesitter. Highly recommend.”


20. Caroline B.

“Caroline was great with our senior dachshund. She stayed with him for a weekend at our place and kept us updated on how he was doing. She was kind, thoughtful, and responsible. We will hire her again the next time we go out of town!”
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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 Mateo on Rover as of May 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 May 2025, there are 7,047 house sitters in San Mateo. 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 Mateo house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in San Mateo 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 Mateo.
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 Mateo 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.
