House Sitting in Somerville
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Top rated Somerville house sitters
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Natalie was amazing. She took great care of my older cat, anticipating what he needed to be more comfortable. She sent updates and photos regularly and left the house clean and neat. Highly recommend!”
“Tam was a fantastic pet sitter and comes with our highest recommendation! She stayed at our place for a week while we were away and was extremely thorough in gaining all necessary information before we left. She was very communicative throughout the week and it's clear that our pets were given much attention. Thank you, Tam!”
“Victoria stayed at my house for 5 days and cared for my elderly cat, who needs daily medication. She sent frequent updates and photos and took great care of my dear Nanette. She left the house clean and neat. I wouldn't hesitate to book her again and recommend her highly.”
“As always Paul did an awesome job with our energetic pup James Bond. He sent photos and full updates every day and even helped us out with a delivery of a household appliance while staying at our place. Really appreciate Paul’s professionalism & communication. Highly recommend!”
“It was great working with Jackie! She was very communicative, gave attentive care to our sweet pup and respected our home during a house sit. Looking forward to working with her again!”
“It was such a wonderful experience having Vanessa watch Mochi at our house for us! We knew from the first moment at the meet-and-greet that Mochi would be well taken care of and we came home to a very happy pup. Vanessa took her out for walks as requested, sent us great photo updates, and cuddled with her while we were gone. Mochi was genuinely sad when we got home because Vanessa had to leave, and I think that says a lot about their bond! We will definitely ask Vanessa to house sit for us again!”
“I reached out to Rowan last minute, and she was incredibly accommodating. She was able to come for a meet and greet on short notice and flexible with scheduling. She was great with my dog, who can be a bit nippy, and handled everything with patience and confidence. She kept me updated throughout the stay, was very responsive to messages, and clearly very responsible. I’ve already booked her again and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for reliable, thoughtful care!”
“Andrew was a fantastic sitter while we were away! He took amazing care of our 17 yr old husky. Was extremely accommodating and responsive. Would absolutely recommend and book again.”
“Angie was so wonderful! She really helped us feel like our dog was in good hands and we could trust her. highly recommend! I’m so sad to be moving but whoever books her, she is great and gives great care!”
“Miranda was absolutely wonderful with our dogs! From the start, she was reliable, communicative, and easy to coordinate with. Both of our pups immediately warmed up to her, and we could tell they felt comfortable and cared for. When we got home, the dogs were happy, relaxed, and clearly well taken care of. We would highly recommend Miranda to anyone looking for a trustworthy, loving sitter—you can tell she truly enjoys spending time with animals.”
“Rachael was so great with my dog! She updated me with pictures and made sure to give lots of love to dog. Very happy with the way the home was left too everything was spotless!”
“Hanna was my first overnight sitter for Clementine! She was very thorough in updates and made accommodations to work from home with Clementine while I was away. I would highly recommend her and will use her again in the future!”
“Ashley took care of our home while my husband and I were away for work, and our dogs had an amazing time! They loved their trips to the beach and all the playtime. Thanks again, Ashley!”
“Sydney is a fantastic dog sitter! She was responsive and responsible with caring for our dog and our home! We give her our highest recommendation and would absolutely hire her again!”
“Ellie did a great job providing updates and pictures while I was away. She also was so kind and Moose immediately found a new friend to snuggle and play with- I've already booked with her again!!”
“Alice was amazing! I went on a week-long trip and was able to enjoy my vacation because I knew my dog was in great hands. She always kept me informed on how he was doing and treated him like her own. I highly recommend her and she has been my go-to sitter for my dog.”
“Dana was extremely loving and caring of our pups and helped us out in a last minute situation. We couldn’t be happier with the level of care and attention she had for our dogs. Highly recommend”
Over 2,459 pet parents in Somerville have booked house sitting
Somerville pet parents share their Rover experiences
This is the second time that Ellie has house sit for my dog, Lilly. Lilly is a rescue and has some quirks and a good bit of separation anxiety. She cared for Lilly with great sensitivity. She took her on wonderful walks and was an excellent communicator. The house was super clean when I returned. I have already booked additional dates.
Jerry was great with our puppy! Our pup can be nervous around new people, but Jerry was incredibly patient and understanding—by the end of the week, they were friends! Jerry gave us regular updates and pictures throughout the week during our time away which we so appreciated!
Erika was amazing! She was able to help me when I needed someone very last minute. She stayed with my dog and made sure to send me updates and photos all week. A bonus was that she left my apartment so clean when she left you could hardly tell anyone was there. I would highly recommend her!
Sarah is the best. She dog sat for us over the weekend and was, as always, extremely dependable and reliable. She kept in constant communication throughout the weekend, always quick to respond to questions and keep us updated. She took such good care of our dog, Clara!
We have an anxious dachshund, who is admittedly not the easiest dog to look after. Elizabeth looked after Frankie for over a week and made us feel very confident in the level of care and consideration she gave her. She listened to all instructions and communicated well, and kept our apartment tidy. I felt like we could really enjoy our time away knowing Frankie was in the best hands 😊 thank you Elizabeth!!
Adison went above and beyond watching my puppy while I was away for a last minute work trip. She sent me lots of updates while I was gone and took care of her so well while she had an upset tummy. I would highly recommend her to anyone and will be using her again in the future!
Rachael stayed at our home for 3 weeks with our pup and she did a great job. We never worried about things at home, so we could fully enjoy our time away. Daily messages were the key to feeling good about things. When our flight was delayed on out way back, Rachael extended the stay and worked around other obligations to make sure Lyka was taken care of until we got home. We hope to continue working with Rachael when we need a sitter in the future!
I would 100% trust Ashley with my home and furry family members again! She showed good independent judgment and decision making when we couldn’t respond right away. She kept messages to a minimum, which I actually really appreciated—we got to enjoy our vacation without worrying about responding to care questions all the time, but whenever we did want an update, a photo, or a specific house task completed, she was on it immediately. Ashley’s attentiveness and ability to adapt to our needs were so appreciated! We hope she’s available for our future vacations, too.
Zoe has sat for us for a weekend, taking care of our two dogs, one of whom is high energy and also extremely shy. She did wonderfully with both of them. She gained their trust and kept us up to date with plenty of pictures. We would definitely have her again.
I could tell when Anna came by to meet my pup that my pup was in good hands - she asked all the caring questions you would want from someone you're leaving your pup with and my pup warmed up to her right away. Anna sent plenty of photos and updates, and I could tell my pup was happy and well taken care of when I returned.
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2. Meet & Greet
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3. Book & Pay
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Somerville is $60
Why Choose Rover?
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Reservation protection
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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Sitters in Somerville average 4 repeat house sitting clients
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 Somerville on Rover as of Nov 2025 was about $60 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 Nov 2025, there are 5,890 house sitters in Somerville. 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, 84% of Somerville house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Somerville 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 Somerville.
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. Somerville 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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