House Sitting South Hero
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“Simon is incredible! He is attentive to the needs of our pets and was an absolutely amazing communicator. While we were away, I had no doubt that our little guys were being expertly cared for and loved on. So excited to know Simon, we will 100% be booking him again.”
“Matt was wonderful with your 9 month old puppy. We were able to book him within 24 hours after our regular pet sitter fell through. He was speedy to reply and set a Meet and Greet for that very evening. He took wonderful care of our dog and was a respectful house guest. He even sent us photo updates throughout the weekend! I would highly recommend Matt for any overnight pet care you may need.”
“Hannah and Naomi were wonderful! I would use them again and recommend to anyone! They are very thorough and responsive. I felt very comfortable having them in our house, dog sitting for a weekend. I appreciated knowing our dog was being cared for in his own environment! Thank you Hannah & Naomi!”
About: As a retired law enforcement officer and full-time island resident, I bring unmatched safety, trust, and reliability to your home and pets. My background means I remain calm and observant in any situation while keeping your property secure. Because I am retired, my schedule is completely flexible.Special Skills:• Senior Care: Practiced with strict medication schedules, oral treatments, and low-mobility routines.• Puppies/Young Pets: Skilled at maintaining potty schedules and reinforcing basic obedience with positive boundaries.• Security: Elite peace of mind for house sitting. As a retired island resident, pet care is my primary focus. Because I am not bound by a typical 9-to-5 job, my daily and weekly routines are completely flexible. This allows me to seamlessly adapt to your cat's specific schedule rather than forcing them to fit into mine.For overnight house sitting, my schedule allows me to move into your home and maintain a consistent, reassuring presence. I am there to keep your cats company through the evening and night, providing them with security and affection while keeping your home safe. Living locally on the island means I am always nearby, highly reliable, and ready to make your pet's routine my top priority. I treat your home with the utmost respect, integrity, and care. As a retired law enforcement officer, keeping your environment safe, secure, and clean while you are away is second nature to me.For your cats, my care centers on minimizing stress and maintaining their familiar routines:Updates & Photos: I send daily text and photo updates after every visit or overnight stay so you always know exactly how your cats are doing.Consistency: I follow your exact feeding schedules, refresh water bowls, and meticulously clean litter boxes daily to keep your cats comfortable.Companionship & Play: I provide dedicated attention based on your cat's personality. Whether they want high-energy laser and feather play or just a quiet, reassuring presence on the couch, I adapt to them.Health & Safety: I carefully monitor food/water intake and litter box habits to ensure they are healthy. I am highly reliable with strict medication schedules.Home Security: While house sitting, I ensure all doors and windows remain securely locked, bring in the mail, and keep your property safely monitored around the clock.
“Krista took amazing care of our 2 dogs and 9 chickens! She was very communicative and provided updates with pictures throughout the stay. I highly recommend her for any pet sitting and plan to book her again next time we need someone to watch our pups.”
About: I am very new to pet care, but have loved animals since I was little. I will always be sure to handle your pets with care, joy, and respect. Thank you! Currently I’m working a seasonal job that will end October 16. After this, I will be free on weekdays and weekends. I’m very excited to meet your pets! I do not offer house sitting at my home due to my apartment building being a pet free zone. But I do offer pet play dates, dog walking, and house-sitting at your residence. I will always make sure your pets are feed, had their potty breaks, and have had their walks!
“Amazing job! Ale and Paul took great care of our three pets, a dog and two cats for a whole week. Our house was exactly as we left it. Communication was smooth and very reactive. I 100% recommend them and would book them again. Thank you!!”
“Anna was terrific. She spent quality time with our pets, cared for our house, sent pics and updates and was very flexible to meet our needs. I'd recommend her and will use her again.”
“Alexandria was fantastic! She took great care of our active English Bulldog, Turbo, while staying in our home. She was an excellent communicator throughout our trip and sent plenty of photos and updates, which gave us great peace of mind knowing Turbo was happy and well cared for. When we returned, Turbo was happy and relaxed, and our house was absolutely spotless. It was clear that Alexandria took wonderful care of both him and our home. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We would absolutely recommend Alexandria to anyone looking for a reliable, thoughtful, and communicative pet sitter, and we definitely plan to use her again in the future!”
“Rani is a fabulous animal carer and overall trustworthy and dedicated individual. She cares for my 4 dogs - ranging from small to extra large, puppy to middle age, and gentle to leash aggressive. She also cares for my 2 cats easily. All have special food requirements and most need medication - she handles it all perfectly. She is prompt, attentive and careful and keeps me posted of all the things she notices about my animals. She washes the animals bowls after each meal and ensures water bowls are clean and full and poop is picked up in our back yard. Rani even took the time to help me with other things after a medical procedure rendered me unable. She's a top notch professional and I recommend her highly.”
“We had a wonderful experience with Shannon! She followed our directions perfectly, making sure our dog felt comfortable and cared for. She even gave him lots of cuddles, which he loved. We found her to be reliable and trustworthy, and it was great to know our dog was in such good hands. Highly recommend!”
“Zoe is remarkable! Her compassion and care show in her engagement with our fuzzy loves and with us. Great updates with thoughtful questions and offers that went way above and beyond. This was a long time away and during really frigid temps. Zoe was cheerful and responsive throughout. Returned to very happy pets. I highly recommend Zoe with absolutely zero hesitation.”
“Christine did a wonderful job sitting my pups at my home! She was communicative during the booking process and during the entire duration of the job. My pups were well taken care of, with plenty of snuggles. She was great with the medications they needed and helped get some skin areas healed up. Definitely recommend.”
About: I have taken care of dogs since I was 10. Growing up with dogs my entire life, I know the love and attention they need! With my experience I know routine is important to most furry friends so I will try my best to keep them calm and comfortable. This is my first time on the app but I have experience with walking and taking care of many different types of dogs so I hope I will be able to form a bond with your animal! I work a full time job. I am available to take care of your on the evenings where you are out late and the your weekend get aways. Your pet’s safety, comfort, and happiness are my top priorities! I’ll take the time to learn about your pet’s routine, personality, and specific needs so they feel comfortable and cared for while you’re away.
“Kayleigh was great with my babies! She constantly communicated with me and kept me updated on how my dogs were doing. She did her best to get them to eat and be as comfortable as they could be. She genuinely seemed to enjoy them which gave me peace of mind and made be feel like they were being well taken care off. I’ll definitely be booking again!”
About: Even though this is my first year being a sitter, I’ve had pets in my whole life so I know how to have really good pet care and I also love animals over humans so I have a lot of experience with taking care of animals no matter what. Also, I am majoring in a degree to where I could graduate to go take care of animals in the future! It helps me experience and help me for my future, and it also gives me a time to get stuff off of my brain after classes, kinda like a reset of my day! I make sure they eat when they want to take them out when they need to whether it means just taking them out in the front yard to play, use the bathroom or to go on a walk. I also love spending time with my animals and other peoples animals, so I’ll take the time to play with them inside if needed and give them all the love in the cuddles needed!
The median cost per night for house sitting in South Hero is $60
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We are so glad to have found Heather! I have always been apprehensive about leaving my fur baby and especially so now that he is elderly annd blind. This was our first time leaving him with a pet sitter as opposed to a family member and Heather was amazing! She came over when we first chatted to meet us and then again just prior to our trip to go over everything. While we were gone she sent many pictures to keep us updated and it definitely put me at ease. She was great with Enzo and he was happy to be able to keep his daily routine😊
Heather Rae was absolutely fantastic! My friend who normally watches my dogs was out of town, and I had never left them with anyone else - naturally I was a bit nervous, and two weeks is a long time. But Heather right away made me feel like my two pups were in good hands, and that was affirmed when one of them needed an unexpected late night vet visit to manage his ongoing illness. She immediately noticed he was off and let me know, and didn't hesitate to drive him to the emergency vet when asked. I am super grateful for her attentiveness and care, and on top of that my house and plants frankly look better than when I left them! 11/10.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of House Sitting in South Hero is $43 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $34 and $72 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 361 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across South Hero. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred South Hero walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in South Hero maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in South Hero choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .
sitters on Rover set their own , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in South Hero. On Rover:
- 88% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 93% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 95% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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