House Sitting in Somerville
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1. Kimberly M.


“We loved Kimberly and highly recommend her! She was amazing with my dog. He is an older dog with a few medical issues. I normally don’t like to ever leave him but Kimberly made me feel that he was safe and in good hands. She sent lots of pictures and videos each day. She was a pleasure to work with and we will definitely be using her again! Lisa”


2. Claudia P.

“We love working with Claudia and book her any chance we get! She’s responsible, loving to our dogs and takes excellent care of them. We definitely highly recommend her!”


3. Ethan K.

“Ethan was great! Called ahead of time to make sure it was a good fit. When he got here, our dog took to him right away. He was communicative and shared pictures with us afterward. We felt a lot better on our trip knowing our dog was in good hands!”


4. Lauren E.

“Lauren loved our babies (senior dog and 3 yr old cat), communicated well, and offered us much peace of mind during our weeklong time away. She was also flexible and supportive when our return flight was delayed. Thank you so much for your services, Lauren!!”


5. Brittany T.

“Brittany was amazing! She watched our three dogs overnight. They absolutely loved her and immediately accepted her as part of their family. She arranged, on her own time, to come and meet the dogs, and me, before she accepted the job to be sure it was a good fit. While we were away she kept us updated by sending us many pictures and letting us know how the dogs were doing. If she had any questions, she asked us for clarification. I would highly recommend Brittany and we will be asking her to watch our pack again I am sure.”


6. 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.”


7. Carla P.

“Unfortunately, I had to cancel in the last minute, but I appreciate that Carla was ready to come and take care of Tipper.”


8. Neha D.

“Neha met all our expectations .She made effort to get to know my very shy cat. She handled my indoor / outdoor cat very efficiently .. letting her in and out as needed. She also took care of the house and kept it clean when I got back.”


9. Frida R.

“She was so great with our babies!! 🐶”


10. 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!”


11. Maria T.
“Maria is an incredibly responsible caregiver for any pet - she is a true animal lover. She is great at understanding the needs of dogs and cats alike, especially taking care on walks that dogs are not rushed and get the attention they need. She really treats every animal as though they were her own - I would definitely recommend Maria to care for your pet.”


12. Hannah W.
About: I have always loved dogs ! I’ve grown up with at least one in the household, from an old English sheepdog to a husky now I have a beagle/coonhound mix. I am comfortable with all dog breeds Im not working ! so available full time & i am looking to further my passion for animals with becoming a dog walker/sitter & possibly add photographer. I don’t work weekends so i definitely can have some fun with your dog plus mine whether its for a nice walk or a drop in visit & I'll care for your fur babies as if they were mine. I have recently moved ! the neighborhood is peaceful, so its a perfect place to take my dog or your fur baby for a walk. Also I can crate your dog if needed


13. Madeline F.

“We were very happy with Madeline and felt comfortable with her in our home with Ruby. She asked all the right questions and had Ruby's best interest at heart. We appreciated Madeline's promptness in returning messages and her flexibility with Ruby's schedule. We would recommend Madeline for house or pet sitting.”


14. Brett C.
“I can't recommend Brett enough as a dog sitter! They are incredibly responsible, caring, and truly love animals. Whenever my dog stays with them, I know he’s in great hands—he gets plenty of playtime, walks, and snuggles. Brett keeps me updated with photos and messages, which puts my mind at ease. If you're looking for someone who will treat your furry friend like family, Brett is the perfect choice!”


15. Alison R.
About: After dog sitting for family friends throughout my childhood/adolescence, I worked at K9 Resorts Dog Day Care, I then worked for a year at Stafford Veterinary Hospital as a vet tech, where I learned my life’s true passion and an now pursuing certification through Penn Foster. While I’m not currently practicing veterinary medicine, I’m eager to watch over and care for your animals as if they were my own, and I hope to meet your furry friend soon! As a dog mom myself, I know what is expected of me as a care taker! As I’m currently looking for a job in veterinary medicine, I learn more and more about the needs of all types of animals! Whether in my home or the client’s home, I take care of each animal as if they were my own. If you have a Velcro dog, I will cuddle them as often as possible. If you have a high energy pup, we’ll play fetch until HE tires out. As an added bonus, I can trim nails and tell you whether that “spot” is something to bring the vet or ignore it.


16. Miranda M.

“Miranda was wonderful with Lady! Miranda arrived on time, followed all of my (many!) instructions and kept in touch with me during her stay. She kept me up to date and sent lots of happy pics of Lady. Miranda’s communication was excellent before and during her stay, and she went above and beyond taking care of my home, as well. Lady can’t wait to see Miranda again!”


17. Joselyn N.

“Joselyn is a terrific caretaker / dog sitter/ house sitter. She cared for our nervous adoptee who avoids other dogs with great conscientiousness and a patient understanding. She obviously gave him plenty of attention because we got a “oh you’re back already?” Greeting instead of the “how could you have left me for so many years” one (like when we go out for dinner!). She asked good questions to make sure she understood the job and our not too easy pooch. I have no hesitation in recommending her and plan to use her services the next weekend we’re away.”


18. Yana W.

“Yana stayed at my house with my puppy for five days. He's better trained than he was when I left. He knows more commands and follows them more obediently. Yana did everything I asked and more, keeping in touch regularly with reports and updates, cooking for the pup and keeping him on a schedule. I would leave my puppy with her for any amount of time. She is the first person I would ask to stay with him.”


19. Ruth P.


“Ruth was amazing with our 4 month old puppy. She took her for walks, playtime in the yard, cuddled. Ruth was wonderful with communicating with me throughout the day. We will surely be asking Ruth to take care of Emma again!!!”


20. Maria Beth C.

“Maria has become our go to when we are traveling or out for the day. She is amazing with the dogs and super responsible as a house sitter on the overnights.”
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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 Somerville on Rover as of Mar 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 Mar 2025, there are 1,848 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, 83% 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 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 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.
