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“I can not say enough great things about Libah. She made my trip so much better because I had no worries about leaving her with my boy Journey. She provided daily pictures and messages. Some days there were multiple communications. She was absoluty great. I would without a doubt, would without hesitation use her again. Trust me if you are looking for a sitter, she is the one you should go to!!”
“Kim was a great friend to our dogs, and kept them happy and cared for them as if they were her own. Definitely plan on having her watch our three dogs again in the future. Thanks Kim!!”
“This was our first time using Rover and I was really nervous. Jamie is very kind hearted and our two fur babies enjoyed their time with her. One of our pups usually does not immediately take to people and she went right over to Jamie and visited with her a couple of times during our meet and greet prior to hiring Jamie. Jamie was fine with the instructions we left for feeding, walking, and how to make our fur family feel less stressed by keeping their routine. We already have Jamie scheduled for two more trips we have coming up. Thanks for your help Jamie. ☺️”
“Ruth was amazing with our dog and cat. She was prompt and very communicative throughout the visit. Our dog required eye drops and medicine and she was able to administer them with no issues. She also cleaned up after the pets and ensured our sheets were clean and ready for us when we came back home on a late flight. Lastly, she even coaxed our very shy cat out from hiding! We appreciate her professionalism and taking such great care of our pets!”
“Erika helped us out in a pinch when we needed to make travel arrangements last minute. She watched our two big dogs in our home for a weekend. One of our dogs needs special attention (medicine, lots of physical and cognitive exercise), and Erika did a fantastic job. Erika was professional, communicative, kind and caring, and attentive to our dogs' needs. I felt completely reassured that our dogs were being well cared for. When we returned home, our pups were tired and well behaved. I'm sure they miss her already. We'd work with Erika again in a heartbeat.”
“Amber was fantastic! She spent a whole weekend with my little Oliver. She taught him new tricks, gave him new toys and most importantly loved on our pup for three days! I am so thankful I found her. She was a perfect fit for us!!”
About: I have been an animal lover my whole life and recently started watching pets for my friends & neighbors. I enjoy being with animals and making sure they are happy and pampered. I'm retired and I have a very flexible schedule to take care of your pets any time you need. Days, nights, weekends, holidays and overnight stays welcome. Whatever your pet needs to stay healthy and active I can accommodate. Walking, playing, scooping, feeding, watering, and dosing meds plus a daily update with photo.
“Erin watched our two dogs for over a week. She did a great job with communicating daily and sending cute pics and videos. Highly recommend Erin! We already have her booked for next trip.”
About: Hi! I'm Aya! I work fully remote and recently moved to the area, so I have plenty of time and flexibility to care for your pets. I don’t have pets of my own right now, but I’ve cared for the dogs and cats of friends and family for years. I’m excited to explore the neighborhood while taking your fur babies on walks, giving them the love, attention, and care they deserve! Since I work fully remote, pet care easily fits into my daily routine. I can take breaks throughout the day for walks, playtime, and check-ins, and I enjoy having the chance to get outside and explore the neighborhood with pets. On evenings and weekends, I have even more flexibility to spend extra time making sure they get plenty of love, exercise, and attention. I follow each pet’s normal routine as closely as possible—whether that’s feeding schedules, walk times, playtime, or medications. I make sure they get plenty of exercise, love, and attention, and I always keep the home tidy and secure. I’m also happy to send photo and text updates so you feel at ease while you’re away.
“Having Bailey housesit for us was such a gift. Her communication was great, she helped problem solve kitty situations while we were away, and I knew our kittos were in good caring hands. We came home after being away for just over a week to a tidy home and happy kitties. I wouldn’t hesitate asking her to help us again.”
“I highly recommend Alex, he was so sweet and very responsive. He took pictures and he let me know how the animals were doing. Alex went above and beyond to make sure my animals were well taken care of. He also took care of our home like it was his own, we appreciate that! I will definitely be using Alex again.”
About: I've been pet-sitting since I was 10 years old. I grew up around dogs and farm animals, and have always loved taking care of them. I'm familiar with all type of breeds and energy levels. I am a voice teacher and singer, so my schedule is very flexible. I can work around almost anything and will be able to give consistent care if needed. Each animal is unique, and I pride myself on being able to adapt easily to new routines so that your fur baby can continue their day with little to no upsets.
“I lucked out finding Kim at the last minute. She was able to take care of the dog with a two day notice which was amazing. She kept me updated throughout the stay and even left me a note at the end that wrapped everything up so that I didn’t have any questions about how it went. I would most certainly recommend her but also book her again myself. I’ll already Recommended her to neighbors and friends.”
“Brooke is amazing!! She sent pictures of our pets while we were away and they all love her. I’m always nervous finding someone to watch our 2 dogs and cat because they’re family to us, but Brooke really did a great job with them. We’ll be booking with her again!”
About: What sets me apart as a sitter is the genuine love and patience I bring to every animal I care for. I take the time to get to know each pet’s personality and needs, whether that means helping a puppy learn good habits with gentle, consistent training or giving extra love and comfort to a senior dog who just wants a calm, cozy space. I treat every pet like family, and my goal is always to make them feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. Pet care is a very important part of my daily and weekly routine. I organize my time around their needs, making sure to include walks, playtime, feeding, and lots of love. I enjoy adjusting my day to give them company and attention, whether it’s for scheduled visits or longer stays. For me, it’s not just a task—it’s one of the best parts of my week! When I care for pets in my home or in a client’s home, I always make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved. I follow their usual routines as closely as possible—whether it’s feeding schedules, walks, playtime, or medication—so they feel at ease. In my home, I provide a calm and pet-friendly environment with plenty of space to relax and play. When I’m in a client’s home, I’m respectful of their space and make sure their pet gets personalized care and attention, just like they would if their family were there.
“Nicole was amazing! She cared for our two doxies overnight and have them the best experience! She was on time, communicative and planned a lot of fun activities for the girls. 100% will book her again!”
“Ian was a fantastic sitter! I had him stay at my house since my puppy had just gotten spayed and wasn’t used to being alone — he did a tremendous job! He was communicative, respectful and followed all the instructions closely. He was also flexible with pick up and drop off since it changed a couple of times and my pup immediately liked him ? I will definitely use him in the future and will tell all my local friends about him as well!”
About: My name is Emma and I am a lifetime pet owner as well as a pet foster parent, cat sitter, and dog walker/sitter for the past 12 years. I'm ready to love on your animals! I work from home as a grad student, so I'm extremely flexible as well as reliable and committed. I love working with dogs of all breeds, but have a soft spot for bully breeds. My partner owns a dog walking/sitting business in another state specializing in bully breeds and reactive dogs, so I have a ton of experience working with reactive or nervous dogs and can give tips or small amounts if you desire. My apartment complex also has a dog park if you need it! I've owned cats all my live, most recently siberian cats and maine coons, I don't have any pets right now, so i'd love to take care of your kitties as well. Looking forward to chatting about your needs! I strive to create routines and positive experiences for your fur babies. My schedule is entirely flexible and I have a car. I love opportunities to get out of the house. I walk some dogs already in my building but have a very open schedule as I recently moved to the area I live in a pet friendly complex with two fenced in dog parks and a dog washing station. I can do whatever will make your pet feel best, be it crating dog or letting them sleep on the bed. I have no pets right now so no concerns there. I leave houses extremely tidy and will follow all instructions to the letter while caring for your pet in your home!
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Libah Jane G.
“I can not say enough great things about Libah. She made my trip so much better because I had no worries about leaving her with my boy Journey. She provided daily pictures and messages. Some days there were multiple communications. She was absoluty great. I would without a doubt, would without hesitation use her again. Trust me if you are looking for a sitter, she is the one you should go to!!”
Kim S.
Star Sitter
“Kim was a great friend to our dogs, and kept them happy and cared for them as if they were her own. Definitely plan on having her watch our three dogs again in the future. Thanks Kim!!”
Jamie F.Star Sitter
“This was our first time using Rover and I was really nervous. Jamie is very kind hearted and our two fur babies enjoyed their time with her. One of our pups usually does not immediately take to people and she went right over to Jamie and visited with her a couple of times during our meet and greet prior to hiring Jamie. Jamie was fine with the instructions we left for feeding, walking, and how to make our fur family feel less stressed by keeping their routine. We already have Jamie scheduled for two more trips we have coming up. Thanks for your help Jamie. ☺️”
Ruth S.
“Ruth was amazing with our dog and cat. She was prompt and very communicative throughout the visit. Our dog required eye drops and medicine and she was able to administer them with no issues. She also cleaned up after the pets and ensured our sheets were clean and ready for us when we came back home on a late flight. Lastly, she even coaxed our very shy cat out from hiding! We appreciate her professionalism and taking such great care of our pets!”
Erika S.
“Erika helped us out in a pinch when we needed to make travel arrangements last minute. She watched our two big dogs in our home for a weekend. One of our dogs needs special attention (medicine, lots of physical and cognitive exercise), and Erika did a fantastic job. Erika was professional, communicative, kind and caring, and attentive to our dogs' needs. I felt completely reassured that our dogs were being well cared for. When we returned home, our pups were tired and well behaved. I'm sure they miss her already. We'd work with Erika again in a heartbeat.”
Kylie G.
“Our fur babies loved Kylie and so did we. We can’t wait to have her back.”
Amber S.
“Amber was fantastic! She spent a whole weekend with my little Oliver. She taught him new tricks, gave him new toys and most importantly loved on our pup for three days! I am so thankful I found her. She was a perfect fit for us!!”
Albert U.
“Al stayed at our home to dog-sit for 10 days. He provided us with up-dated and funny antidotes as well a photos, while we were travelling. Our dogs were happy and healthy when we returned. The dogs slept with him, and they became best buddies. Al is a caring pet lover, and takes his responsibilities very seriously. We would definitely hire Al again.”
Erin F.Star Sitter
“Erin watched our two dogs for over a week. She did a great job with communicating daily and sending cute pics and videos. Highly recommend Erin! We already have her booked for next trip.”
Sam S.Star Sitter
“First time Rover user but Sam was on-time even after we asked her to come extra early, left the house clean and our dog Mowgli seems to be very happy.”
aya k.
“Aya was an excellent pet sitter for my kitten while I was on vacation for 11 days. We had rescued her from being abandoned by her mom for being too small from the recycling center about 3 months ago. She is hesitant of new people, but when I returned, Aya had made friends with them, so I knew she was well cared for. I was worried about the care needed for a nervous kitten while I was away, but I highly recommend Aya for all of your pet needs.”
Bailey B.Star Sitter
“Having Bailey housesit for us was such a gift. Her communication was great, she helped problem solve kitty situations while we were away, and I knew our kittos were in good caring hands. We came home after being away for just over a week to a tidy home and happy kitties. I wouldn’t hesitate asking her to help us again.”
Alex P.
“I highly recommend Alex, he was so sweet and very responsive. He took pictures and he let me know how the animals were doing. Alex went above and beyond to make sure my animals were well taken care of. He also took care of our home like it was his own, we appreciate that! I will definitely be using Alex again.”
Carly B.
“I can’t recommend Carly enough as a wonderful pet caregiver! She’s incredibly attentive, dependable, and treats every pet with love, like they’re part of her family. When she took care of my dog, she made it a point to learn his habits, like his fear of loud noises or his love for chasing his shadow. She kept me updated with regular messages and adorable photos of their walks and playtime, which gave me so much peace of mind. Carly has a genuine passion for animals, and it truly shines through in everything she does. Whether it’s bringing along an extra toy, comforting them during thunderstorms, or showering them with love when you’re away. You can really tell how much she cares. I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my pup!”
Kimberly G.
“I lucked out finding Kim at the last minute. She was able to take care of the dog with a two day notice which was amazing. She kept me updated throughout the stay and even left me a note at the end that wrapped everything up so that I didn’t have any questions about how it went. I would most certainly recommend her but also book her again myself. I’ll already Recommended her to neighbors and friends.”
Brooke H.
“Brooke is amazing!! She sent pictures of our pets while we were away and they all love her. I’m always nervous finding someone to watch our 2 dogs and cat because they’re family to us, but Brooke really did a great job with them. We’ll be booking with her again!”
Oriana O.
About: What sets me apart as a sitter is the genuine love and patience I bring to every animal I care for. I take the time to get to know each pet’s personality and needs, whether that means helping a puppy learn good habits with gentle, consistent training or giving extra love and comfort to a senior dog who just wants a calm, cozy space. I treat every pet like family, and my goal is always to make them feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. Pet care is a very important part of my daily and weekly routine. I organize my time around their needs, making sure to include walks, playtime, feeding, and lots of love. I enjoy adjusting my day to give them company and attention, whether it’s for scheduled visits or longer stays. For me, it’s not just a task—it’s one of the best parts of my week! When I care for pets in my home or in a client’s home, I always make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved. I follow their usual routines as closely as possible—whether it’s feeding schedules, walks, playtime, or medication—so they feel at ease. In my home, I provide a calm and pet-friendly environment with plenty of space to relax and play. When I’m in a client’s home, I’m respectful of their space and make sure their pet gets personalized care and attention, just like they would if their family were there.
Nicole L.Star Sitter
“Nicole was amazing! She cared for our two doxies overnight and have them the best experience! She was on time, communicative and planned a lot of fun activities for the girls. 100% will book her again!”
Ian R.
“Ian was a fantastic sitter! I had him stay at my house since my puppy had just gotten spayed and wasn’t used to being alone — he did a tremendous job! He was communicative, respectful and followed all the instructions closely. He was also flexible with pick up and drop off since it changed a couple of times and my pup immediately liked him ? I will definitely use him in the future and will tell all my local friends about him as well!”
Emma B.
“Emma is super friendly to both humans and dogs. She is well trained and has experience with rescues and reactive animals. Overall excellent and promptly responsive!”
Over 1,632 pet parents in Sarasota have booked house sitting
Sarasota pet parents share their Rover experiences
Sophia did a terrific job dog sitting our very active terrier in our home for 6 days. She was loving towards him and sent us daily reports and cute photos. She also picked up our mail and newspapers and left our house neat and clean. We can highly recommend Sophia!
Nicole is Holly & Cole’s bestest buddy! It was our first time leaving our dog overnight with someone other than us and Nicole took all of the worries away. She’s trustworthy, great with our pets, and writes the sweetest updates while we’re away from our fur babies. Highly recommend 🐾
Bailey took care of us during the July 4 holiday weekend. We had great communication throughout her stay at our home, and just as before, we came home to a tidy home and well cared for kittos. I feel so comfortable leaving our 3 littles and home in her hands and am grateful she is a part of our care team.
Danielle was super helpful watching our pups and senior cat for us at the last minute. She is super communicative sending pictures and keeping us updated on how things were going at home. We had a great trip thanks to Danielle. We knew they were in great hands. We will definitely have her pet sit for us again. We can’t wait to have her help us out again soon
This was the first time leaving our fur baby as well as our first time working with Sandra. Our family was able to enjoy our vacation because we knew our fur baby was being loved and cared for. This comfort was established from the initial introduction. While away we received daily updates showing that he was doing well and upon returning home it was solidified by his mannerisms. Not only was our pup well cared for but so was our home. We are already looking forward to planning more trips for our family. Thank you Sandra!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Sarasota is $50
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Sitters in Sarasota average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Sarasota on Rover as of Aug 2025 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.
As of Aug 2025, there are 982 house sitters in Sarasota. 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, 89% of Sarasota house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Sarasota have an average of 16 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 Sarasota.
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. Sarasota 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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