House Sitting In South Ellicott
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“Jackie was great! Right from the meet and greet through to my return, I was confident my dogs were in good hands. My Mercy is very suspicious of new people, but warmed up to Jackie within minutes. I was confident Mercy and Lainie were in good hands. Jackie even took Lainie to playgroup (Mercy would not go, and that was fine). I was amazed at the condition of the dogs and house upon my return as they were immaculate! I would highly recommend Jackie to everyone interested in a dog/house sitter!”

About: I have lived with cats my entire life and have an abundance of experience caring for them, meeting their needs and wants. Growing up, I also lived with fostered pugs from a local pet rescue and have experience caring for them. While living in Colorado recently, I gained further experience cat sitting, while caring for dogs, geckos, pet birds, and chickens in a suburban setting. I have some experience walking dogs in urban settings. I am able to visit or stay with your dog to provide food, water medicine, play, and companionship. I also clean yards and immediately pickup pet waste when outside and clean in-house messes to prevent stains. I am communicative about pets and send daily updates and photos unless requested otherwise. I am currently a graduate student who only has class two days a week. I am able to stay overnight with pets in their homes everyday and my maximum time out of the home at this time is 7 hours once a week. I often stay with dogs and visit cats, but can stay overnight in order to maintain their feeding and exercise routines. I let dogs out into the yard and spend time playing with them outside or go on morning and evening walks. With current flexibility, I can go on lunchtime walks. I always update clients about their pets daily unless requested otherwise.
“Katy has watched our boys multiple times and every time she shows how caring, attentive, and kind she is. She goes above and beyond and is ALWAYS communicating so you feel at ease. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!”

About: Hi! My name is Celeste. I’ve been caring for animals for 20+ years and believe every animal is special, beautiful, and has a unique personality! I helped train dogs at Petco for three years which taught me how to anticipate and correct behaviors. I will make sure they are loved, entertained, learning, and safe. You don’t have to worry about your fur baby when they’re with me :) A little more about me: I’m currently a quality control lab technologist and decided to care for dogs in my spare time. It’s a great way to get out of the house, get exercise, and meet adorable animals!! Please feel free to ask me any questions. I look forward to caring for your pets! Thanks! — Celeste
“Nafisa took amazing care of our dogs over the holidays and treated them like family. She sent regular photo and video updates, which we really appreciated. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter!”

About: I’ve always loved being around animals and understand that every pet has their own personality and needs. I have experience caring for dogs, cats, and many other small pets. I’m comfortable with different temperaments, energy levels, and routines. I’m calm, patient, reliable, and happy to follow your pets routine so they feel comfortable and cared for while you’re away! I have a flexible schedule and can accommodate a variety of pet care needs throughout the day and week. I’m reliable with drop ins, walks, or longer stays and can stick with your pets routine. I make sure every pet stays safe, comfortable and happy while in their own home. I follow your instructions carefully, keep doors and gates secure, and supervise pets at all times. I treat your home with respect keeping it clean and organized, and create a calm environment for your pet.

About: I’m newer to the Buffalo area but I’ve been dog sitting in my hometown, Auburn for a couple years now! I began helping out with the family who I babysit for’s dog and I have loved it since! Hi! I’m currently a student at Buffalo State but I have a flexible schedule and am more than willing to work with you! + have plenty of time to play with your furry friends! I carefully follow all care instructions, including feeding schedules, medication needs, and preferred routines. I’m happy to send regular updates and photos so you can feel confident and connected while you’re away.
“Ryan was a great sitter for my cat and senior dachshund! He sent multiple text and video updates. He was also attentive to my doxie’s old age “particularities” and left the house as clean as he found it. I would absolutely use Ryan as a pet sitter again in the future!”

“Rachael took great care of Murphy! She did a great job communicating with me and keeping me informed of what was going on with Murphy the whole time. She also sent lots of pictures. Murphy would be happy to see Rachael again!”

“Nicole was excellent! She kept in touch all day and sent pictures. She offered to stay a little longer when my flight got delayed. My mind was at ease the entire time. Will definitely be using her again to dog sit!”
“Would absolutely recommend Forest as a sitter! Max was comfortable and happy while we were away. Max even followed him to the door while he was leaving, a little sad to see his new friend go!”

About: I’m a caring, patient and dependable pet sitter who LOVES dogs! Whether your baby needs long walks, playtime, or quiet cuddles, I’ll match their energy and make them feel completely at home. I’ll send be sure to send plenty of updates and photos so you can relax knowing your pet is safe and loved. I've been a dog mom for 5+ years and am loving every minute of it! I have a Dalmatian mix and a Pitbull mix. My Pitbull mix is very energetic, we love to play in the yard and go on long walks when the weather's warm! My Dalamatian is a bit older and is SO SWEET once she gets to know you! She gets ear infections quite often so I've done more than a few ear washes. My Dalmatian also takes daily oral medication for allergies. GENERAL SCHEDULE AVAILABILITY: M-F - only available for walks and drop in visits after 7 PM. SAT & SUN - open availability for all listed services. I generally respond to messages within 1-2 hours :) Whether your baby needs long walks, playtime, or quiet cuddles, I’ll match their energy and make them feel completely at home. I’ll send be sure to send plenty of updates and photos so you can relax knowing your pet is safe and loved. I've been a dog mom for 5+ years and am loving every minute of it! I have a Dalmatian mix and a Pitbull mix. My Pitbull mix is very energetic, we love to play in the yard and go on long walks when the weather's warm! My Dalamatian is a bit older but is SO SWEET once she gets to know you! She gets ear infections quite often, so I've done more than a few ear washes. My Dalmatian also takes daily oral medication for allergies. I do have a full time job but I have weekends off and am more than happy to lend a hand with your angels!
South Ellicott pet parents share their Rover experiences
Katyln is one of the best, and I highly recommend. Lucy, Polly, and I had a great meet-and-greet before the stay, and the dogs instantly fell in love and were very comfortable. Katelyn is very buttoned up and has her clients fill out a Google Doc that covers everything about the dogs and the house. She is extremely thoughtful in her care, communication, and photo-sending. From Lucy, Polly, and my perspective, this was an A+++ experience.

Marideth was so great with Butter while we were gone. She was patient with his shy demeanor and made quick progress building trust with him. She sent plenty of updates and photos which left our minds at ease knowing he was in such great care and doing well. Will definitely book with Marideth again!

Personally, I thought what we were asking of Jackie was a huge lift, but she made it seem like no big deal. 10,000 pills, Eye drops and a rather crippled dog. Both the dog and the cat seemed super happy when we got back, not depressed. She must’ve given them plenty of attention and cared for them very well.

Jessica provided thoughtful, personalized care for our anxiety-prone pup, taking her on walks and giving her cuddles to make her feel at ease. Jessica was also kind enough to extend an additional day when our return flights were cancelled. It was great to return to our home just as we left it, with a happy pup ready to greet us. We’re so appreciative of her excellent care!

Nafisa was the perfect companion for our finicky pup. She was patient and attentive to all of his needs. It is obvious that our pup loved being around Nafisa! She was a wonderful guest in our home and left everything better than before she arrived. We will definitely reach out to book her again.
Jose was a real super trooper taking care of our fur babies. The perfect combination of attention to detail and warmth toward Penny and Rocky. He really went the extra mile to take care of our place during some heavy storms. It was great to come home to a warm and inviting house. Highly recommend!

Judith is the absolute best!! As usual, our pup was treated as a princess and our house was cleaner than when we left. Judith is always prompt, honest, accommodating, respectful, caring, and professional. When we leave our girl with Judith we have absolutely no worries at all. It’s such a relief to have peace of mind leaving our sweet fur baby. Thank you Judith!!!

Kayla was a wonderful choice for our two girls Paloma and Ivy. She is kind, thoughtful and detail oriented. She paid close attention to our instructions for our pups and taking care of our fish! We would not hesitate to have her back for another sit and you should not hesitate either!

Natalie was phenomenal with my dog, Lina over a 5 day house-sitting booking. She took the time to ask questions, and was attentive when learning about Lina's quirks and her daily routine. She'd always send multiple updates a day, pictures on walks and at meal times. My apartment was just as I left it when I returned. Would absolutely recommend her, she'll treat your dog like they're her own, and is super respectful when house sitting. Will definitely book again!

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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in South Ellicott.
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. South Ellicott 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.
















