House Sitting in Scotch Plains
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1. Sam W.

“Samantha was fantastic with our two large dogs! Rai is blind and Sugar is still a puppy. She managed them both well, was attentive and responsive to our concerns. We will absolutely have her back to stay with them.”


2. Svetlana E.
“We were in desperate need of someone we could trust to watch our anxious rescue pup, Piper, during our wedding weekend. Lana was extremely patient with both Piper, and my husband and I, even agreeing to meet us several times before the stay to get us all comfortable. She sent numerous pictures and updates, which calmed our nerves so we could fully enjoy our wedding. Thank you Lana for taking great care of Piper, we will definitely be contacting her again if we ever need someone to dog sit Piper in the future.”


3. River M.
“River was such a great help, always sending me updates and keeping my furry ones loved and well-kept. River also kept my home really nice and spotless. I would recommend River in an heartbeat, and would book him again and again.”


4. Caitlin R.
“Caitlin is an incredibly responsible and loving pet caregiver. Growing up with numerous pets - including dogs, hamsters, and bunnies - Caitlin has developed a deep understanding of animals and how to address their needs. Her passion for animal care led her to work at a dog grooming and dog care facility, where she gained her hands-on experience in handling and caring for dogs of all breeds. Beyond this, Caitlin has rescued animals in danger. Whether it's an injured bird, struggling duck, or an adandoned pet, she takes them in and nurtures them until they are able to sustain life on their own. Her dedication, compassion, and experience makes her a trustworthy and selfless pet caregiver.”


5. Audra V.

“Audra was a lifesaver and the perfect sitter for our pets. Our family friend had to cancel watching our dogs for my daughter’s wedding weekend. Audra stepped in with not too much advance notice and gave us peace of mind that our pets would be in good hands so we could focus on the wedding. I will definitely be booking Audra again!”


6. Lucinda S.


“Lucinda was amazing with my doggies. Macho and Lia were very happy and safe. She kept me informed with their every day schedule and send me pictures of my doggies everyday. My home was clean and safe. I will definitely recommend Lucinda . Amazing work! Excellent!”


7. Angelica P.

“Angelica is amazing! This is my first time with Rover and I will always book ahead and use her. I have a rescue dog Micky that is not friendly to most people and needs to be cared for from our home From the first Micky really liked her and was well taken care of. Angelica took severe photos per day and texted my husband and I about how Micky was doing. We look forward to future travel knowing our dogs are in good hands!”


8. Samantha D.
“Sam is an animal lover of all species! My pup jumps with joy and gives plenty of kisses to them every time they come over for a walk or a visit to play. I would highly recommend Sam for all pet care needs.”


9. maria v.

“Maria was a great fit for us & our 2 cats. We were apprehensive after some bad experiences in the past. Our cats were comfortable with her immediately! Maria sent us several updates each day with photos. She was super responsive and proactive. We wouldn’t hesitate to book request her again!”


10. Coral H.

“Coral took great care of Cleo! She went above and beyond getting to know us and Cleo, and was proactive about reaching out and providing updates + responsive to us. Her love for dogs showed from the start - would highly recommend!”


11. Elaine P.
“Elaine is great with pets! Dogs naturally love her and her family jokes that she is a pet whisperer. Growing up with animals, Elaine has a knack for making animals feel safe and loved.”


12. Dulce L.

“We had Dulce come to our place during the day and stay with Bruno while I was away for a few days. She was so good with my boy he absolutely loved her! She walked him twice a day for a good while and played with him and gave him lots of cuddles! Highly recommend considering her to take care of your fur babies! She’ll be the first I reach out to in the future! Thankyou for everything!”


13. Maeve R.

“Maeve was wonderful with our golden doodle, Pippi. She was communicative with pictures, really warm and loving to Pippi, and an excellent house sitter. Highly recommend!!!”


14. Gianna A.

“Gianna was fantastic with our senior pup, Lily. She was happy, healthy, and well fed when we got home. Our house was clean, and everything was in order. Thank you!”


15. Jessica Rose I.
“Jess has been dogsitting my pitty for 2 years now. Biscuit loves her! She walks her when needed and enforces the tricks I have been training her. I love how she treats my Biscuit as if she is her own dog and it’s hard for me to trust anyone else but Jess.”


16. Dylan B.

“Dylan looked after Otis and provided me with frequent updates. She sat Otis in our house while we were on vacation. I would highly recommend Dylan!”


17. Paula R.
“Paula is responsible, caring, and attentive. She carefully followed our instructions and took good care of our cat, Perlita. I highly recommend her for in house petting!”


18. Daniela A.

“Tipper seems content and happy. Daniela was able to adjust her plans, as we ran into some problems while away, and was even willing to be here an extra night if we would have needed her. I am very thankful for her willingness to help given our difficult personal situation. We would be very happy to have her back to stay with Tipper at another time.”


19. Kate W.
“Kate is finishing up her freshman year at college for nursing. In high school, she has walked the neighborhood dogs consistently and with responsibility. We have a rescue poodle at home whom requires patience and a watchful eye and Kate is wonderful with him.”


20. Shauntia A.
“I highly recommend Shauntia as a pet caregiver! She is responsible, loving, and truly cares about the well-being of animals. My pets always feel safe and happy under her care.”
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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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 Scotch Plains on Rover as of May 2025 was about $55 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 9,653 house sitters in Scotch Plains. 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, 83% of Scotch Plains house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Scotch Plains have an average of 13 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 Scotch Plains.
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. Scotch Plains 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.
