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“I was going for 11 days overseas travel with my family and I have 2 golden retriever of 4 year old very mischievous ones. i never left them alone for so long and i was looking for someone i could trust completely like a family member and could handle my pets with care and emotion. I found Jace through Rover and we had couple of meeting before trying. Jace was very professional and during my trip he constantly was in touch with me updating about my pets. He stayed at my home few days and other days came over multiple times to look after them. After coming back from trip i found my pets very happy and with no emotional stress. I highly recommend Jace for his professional service. i will be using Jace for all my future travels!”


“After I leave this review everyone will want to use him and he might not have anytime left for me. LOL Compassionate, intelligent and an obvious animal lover.I don't know what I would have done without his help..... On the morning of my daughters wedding my dog (Marzipan) out of nowhere and right before I had leave,started showing signs of pain and dicomfort. Mike calmed me down and actually took her to the vet for me. Unbelievable. I would never use anyone else. Thank Mike.”


“Yasmine was absolutely incredible and I highly recommend! My girls aren't too difficult but they are certainly particular and Yasmine killed it. She stayed at my place for a week and when I returned, it looked exactly as I had left it. I've finally come home from a trip and genuinely felt like my girls were taken care of.”


“We had such a great experience with Toni! She took amazing care of our 3-month-old puppy, Frank, who is full of energy and can definitely be a bit chaotic. She followed all of our instructions perfectly, was on time, and super sweet with him. We got regular updates throughout the night, which gave us so much peace of mind. You can really tell she loves animals. Would absolutely recommend and will definitely book her again!”


About: Just know that with me - they will get plenty of cuddles and lots of belly rubs! Dogs are not just our pets I consider them family! I was truly blessed to have taken care of not one but two amazing family members who have since gone to doggy heaven. I had taken care of Scoobs from the day he was born until his very last breath when he was 15 years old so I do have experience with senior dogs. It brightens up my day to see the joy on their face as I walk through the door. I truly have missed that so I can't wait to take care of your fur-baby and I will treasure them and love them as if they were my very own. I am currently on a hybrid schedule with work so my available days to care for your dog would be on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. I also do not mind the weekends if I am needed. In your home I will make sure that they are always safe and make sure that they feel truly comfortable with me. I will honestly care for them as if they were my very own.

“Mia was a wonderful pet sitter for our 2 dogs and 2 cats while we were away for 3 days. They absolutely loved her! Every picture she sent showed one of the pets snuggled with or licking her (or the kitties climbing on her back!) and they always looked very comfortable and happy. Mia sent a bunch of pictures several times each day, which made it reassuring to know that our pets were getting great care and attention all day long. We appreciate the time and care she gave our pets and will happily book her to watch them the next time we travel.”


“Zauria house sat and watched my 3.5 month kitten over a 2 day weekend and did a wonderful job. She was prompt, communicative, and sent pictures each day. Coincidentally, there was a plumbing leak during her stay and she helped alleviate the issue with haste. She was also very clean and seemed to genuinely care about my pet. Thank you Zauria!”


About: I love dogs so much. I have two dogs of my own. One is a 3 month year old pit-bull mixed and the other is a silky Yorkie they are both very very friendly and loving. I've been into dog sitting for the past year because dogs for some reason speaks to me sometimes I feel like I have a connection with them. I would be honored to work with someone's dog as much and as long as they need me. my family always thinks im crazy because of the connection i have with all different types of dogs. i love big and small dogs no matter what i will care for them as if they are my own animal. i love dogs very much.

“Ana went above and beyond. She was in regular contact with me and put in extra effort to connect with my very shy boy kitty. She even left us an adorable hand made sign welcoming us home. We so appreciate her care and attention and highly recommend her!”


“Courtney was amazing! She cared for my pups and home as if they were her own!! Communication was easy & clear. My boys LOVE her!! I was able to go away with peace of mind - that's priceless! HIGHLY recommend Courtney!”


“She did so great with my two cats and one was a baby. She even helped me get them to get along which I couldn’t do. Shes the best! I had no issues or problems at all.”


“There really aren’t enough words to describe how Megan cared for Remy while we were on vacation. I have never used Rover before, and went purely based off reviews. I had never used a dog sitter in my home before, but I am SO glad I trusted Megan. She loved and cared for our dog as if she were her own. She went SO above and beyond what we ever expected from anyone, I actually feel guilty for how amazing she is. We are not people to easily leave our dog to anyone, but family and I will never hesitate to leave Remy with Megan! She may love her more than us at this point! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all the love, pics, communication, and extra things you did for us, we are SO grateful.”


About: What sets me apart is that I’m a certified dog trainer with hands-on experience caring for a wide variety of breeds over the years. I’ve had dogs of my own and currently share my life with a beautiful Pitbull-mix named Thor. I truly understand the challenges of balancing a busy schedule while trying to train your pup or meet their everyday needs. My goal is to alleviate that stress by providing reliable, compassionate, and knowledgeable support to both you and your dog. I currently work full-time, so my availability will primarily be on weekends, though I may have some flexibility during the week. If needed on weekdays, I can mainly assist with walking, house visits, or training sessions. I will do my best to accommodate the needs of both my clients and their pups. If there are any special requests, please let me know in advance so I can prepare accordingly and follow any preferences you may have.

“Kimberly was wonderful and such a great help at the last minute! She gave great updates and photos of my puppers day. Would highly recommend and look forward to using her again!”


“Kevin stayed with our Abby for 10 days while we went on vacation. Abby has anxiety when it comes to storms and unfortunately, there was one on day one and Kevin managed her medication along with her daily medications and finicky diet. I got the impression that he really enjoyed. Abby and I know Abby was happy with his care. He was great and very communicative, kind, and respectful of our home.He inquired as to what to do with linens ad left it in great condition. We are grateful that we found Kevin on Rover and will be happy to have him care for Abby again!”


“Georgette was on time and sweet to my baby boy. Will definitely book her again and it’s a bonus she works with animals and lives so close to us.”


About: Hi! I'm Rebecca, and I couldn't be more excited to meet your pet! After delightful experiences dog walking in Cambridge, MA, I'm thrilled to make part-time animal care a more regular part of my life as I settle into New Jersey! Previously, I regularly walked two energetic greyhounds in Cambridge MA and sporadically house and pet-sat while traveling abroad. I currently live with two adorable cats and have also spent considerable time volunteering with therapy dogs and horses. All of these hands-on experiences have given me a deep understanding of animal behavior, health, and what it takes to provide responsible and loving pet care. Being responsible is a core value for me. You can trust that your beloved pets will be in safe hands under my care. I pay close attention to their individual needs, dietary requirements, and exercise routines, making sure they feel comfortable and secure. In addition, I treat every pet as if they were my own, showering them with love and affection throughout our time together. Whether it's playing fetch, going for long walks, or just giving them belly rubs, it's always my priority to make sure your pets have a great time. I am currently flexibly employed part-time, so - with enough heads-up - I can make availability for nearly all hours of the day (as well as overnights). I am very attentive to your pet's behaviors and needs, keeping them safe and sound while you are away, all while providing lots of companionship and affection. And, of course, I am happy to keep you updated with pictures and messages about your pet's well being :)

About: I've been dog walking, sitting, boarding for over 10 years now! I had my German Shepherd Rony for 10 years and my life changed the day we brought him home. Because of him I have a super active lifestyle. I live to go on walks, hikes, runs, and love to explore new places and go on adventures! I've taken care of puppies that need basic training all the way to senior dogs that need extra care. From the smallest pups all the way to giants - I adore them all!! I am working from home, so your pet will always get endless love, belly rubs, walks, and anything and everything else they love! Having had my German shepherd that I trusted only a handful of people to take care of him, I understand the level of trust a pet owner must have for their pet sitter / walker, and I know I can be that temporary companion for them! :) hope to meet your pup soon!! I'm currently working from home so I am very flexible on walks, daily care, and pup sitting! I do request for dog sitting to get an early heads up as we love adventuring during the weekend. But if pet owner is ok with it, I would love to bring your pup along for the adventures!! :) I have a big fenced yard for plenty running and playing fetch, but I never leave your pup unattended! If needed, and your pup is crate trained I have different sized playpens and crates. I understand it takes every pup a different amount of time to get used to a new environment and I work with every pup individually. Just like humans, everyone has their own personality :)

About: I have had my own pets for years and everyone around me has pets of some kind. I know how to take care of animals. I have looked after their pets and interacted with all different kinds of pets. I currently work 7:30-4 Monday to Friday so after 4 I’m free to feed/walk/take care of your fur babies. I am also available on the weekends I am able to come and feed your pets as well as scoop litter or take them out for walks according to the schedule you provide. I know people are very particular about how their pets are cared for and I will treat those instructions with the utmost respect.

About: I’ve take care of dogs since 3 years , I love play with them , create activity’s for them and give them fun and safe. I’m available on weekends, I work full time during the week but I can get time for take care of pets since Friday's I can . I have a big yard and I don’t have any pets in my house , I could play with them , walk in the street.
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1. Jace D.

“I was going for 11 days overseas travel with my family and I have 2 golden retriever of 4 year old very mischievous ones. i never left them alone for so long and i was looking for someone i could trust completely like a family member and could handle my pets with care and emotion. I found Jace through Rover and we had couple of meeting before trying. Jace was very professional and during my trip he constantly was in touch with me updating about my pets. He stayed at my home few days and other days came over multiple times to look after them. After coming back from trip i found my pets very happy and with no emotional stress. I highly recommend Jace for his professional service. i will be using Jace for all my future travels!”


2. Mike B.

“After I leave this review everyone will want to use him and he might not have anytime left for me. LOL Compassionate, intelligent and an obvious animal lover.I don't know what I would have done without his help..... On the morning of my daughters wedding my dog (Marzipan) out of nowhere and right before I had leave,started showing signs of pain and dicomfort. Mike calmed me down and actually took her to the vet for me. Unbelievable. I would never use anyone else. Thank Mike.”


3. Yasmine E.

“Yasmine was absolutely incredible and I highly recommend! My girls aren't too difficult but they are certainly particular and Yasmine killed it. She stayed at my place for a week and when I returned, it looked exactly as I had left it. I've finally come home from a trip and genuinely felt like my girls were taken care of.”


4. Toni R.

“We had such a great experience with Toni! She took amazing care of our 3-month-old puppy, Frank, who is full of energy and can definitely be a bit chaotic. She followed all of our instructions perfectly, was on time, and super sweet with him. We got regular updates throughout the night, which gave us so much peace of mind. You can really tell she loves animals. Would absolutely recommend and will definitely book her again!”


5. Regina R.

“Regina is an awesome person! She’s caring, kind and responsible. Was a Dog mom, loves animals, patient along with being so sweet and gentle to all.”


6. Mia F.


“Mia was a wonderful pet sitter for our 2 dogs and 2 cats while we were away for 3 days. They absolutely loved her! Every picture she sent showed one of the pets snuggled with or licking her (or the kitties climbing on her back!) and they always looked very comfortable and happy. Mia sent a bunch of pictures several times each day, which made it reassuring to know that our pets were getting great care and attention all day long. We appreciate the time and care she gave our pets and will happily book her to watch them the next time we travel.”


7. Zauria T.

“Zauria house sat and watched my 3.5 month kitten over a 2 day weekend and did a wonderful job. She was prompt, communicative, and sent pictures each day. Coincidentally, there was a plumbing leak during her stay and she helped alleviate the issue with haste. She was also very clean and seemed to genuinely care about my pet. Thank you Zauria!”


8. Cyre W.
About: I love dogs so much. I have two dogs of my own. One is a 3 month year old pit-bull mixed and the other is a silky Yorkie they are both very very friendly and loving. I've been into dog sitting for the past year because dogs for some reason speaks to me sometimes I feel like I have a connection with them. I would be honored to work with someone's dog as much and as long as they need me. my family always thinks im crazy because of the connection i have with all different types of dogs. i love big and small dogs no matter what i will care for them as if they are my own animal. i love dogs very much.


9. Ana V.

“Ana went above and beyond. She was in regular contact with me and put in extra effort to connect with my very shy boy kitty. She even left us an adorable hand made sign welcoming us home. We so appreciate her care and attention and highly recommend her!”


10. Courtney M.

“Courtney was amazing! She cared for my pups and home as if they were her own!! Communication was easy & clear. My boys LOVE her!! I was able to go away with peace of mind - that's priceless! HIGHLY recommend Courtney!”


11. Laura K.

“She did so great with my two cats and one was a baby. She even helped me get them to get along which I couldn’t do. Shes the best! I had no issues or problems at all.”


12. Megan & Donna A.

“There really aren’t enough words to describe how Megan cared for Remy while we were on vacation. I have never used Rover before, and went purely based off reviews. I had never used a dog sitter in my home before, but I am SO glad I trusted Megan. She loved and cared for our dog as if she were her own. She went SO above and beyond what we ever expected from anyone, I actually feel guilty for how amazing she is. We are not people to easily leave our dog to anyone, but family and I will never hesitate to leave Remy with Megan! She may love her more than us at this point! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all the love, pics, communication, and extra things you did for us, we are SO grateful.”


13. Margaret K.
“When deciding the best care for members of my family, I would look at reviews and highly trustworthy and experienced individuals to make my decisions, this also includes my pets. The person I have entrusted my pet to must be reliable, trustworthy and genuinely passionate about animals and I find that in Margaret. She has had many years of experience when dealing with dogs and they receive the utmost care in her presence. She is always available to answer questions or ready to assist when needed, also has a flexible schedule which is a plus. I would not hesitate to recommend her as a pet sitter.”


14. Kimberly S.

“Kimberly was wonderful and such a great help at the last minute! She gave great updates and photos of my puppers day. Would highly recommend and look forward to using her again!”


15. Kevin C.

“Kevin stayed with our Abby for 10 days while we went on vacation. Abby has anxiety when it comes to storms and unfortunately, there was one on day one and Kevin managed her medication along with her daily medications and finicky diet. I got the impression that he really enjoyed. Abby and I know Abby was happy with his care. He was great and very communicative, kind, and respectful of our home.He inquired as to what to do with linens ad left it in great condition. We are grateful that we found Kevin on Rover and will be happy to have him care for Abby again!”


16. Georgette E.

“Georgette was on time and sweet to my baby boy. Will definitely book her again and it’s a bonus she works with animals and lives so close to us.”


17. Rebecca W.
“We had the pleasure of having Rebecca as our dog-sitter for our beloved pup, Buster, and we couldn't have asked for better! From the moment she arrived, it was clear that she had a genuine passion for animals and was eager to provide top-notch care. Working with Rebecca was a breeze. She followed our instructions to the letter, was prompt in responding to our messages, and kept us updated with regular pictures and texts while we were away. Thank you, Rebecca, for going above and beyond in caring for Buster and giving us peace of mind during our time away. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!”


18. Barbora A.
“"Barbora is an exceptional pet caregiver on Rover.com! Her genuine love for animals, combined with unwavering responsibility, makes her the perfect choice. I trust her implicitly with my pets, knowing they receive not only top-notch care but also genuine affection. I highly recommend Barbora for her outstanding and heartfelt pet services. - Stephanie P."”


19. Nicole L.
About: I have had my own pets for years and everyone around me has pets of some kind. I know how to take care of animals. I have looked after their pets and interacted with all different kinds of pets. I currently work 7:30-4 Monday to Friday so after 4 I’m free to feed/walk/take care of your fur babies. I am also available on the weekends I am able to come and feed your pets as well as scoop litter or take them out for walks according to the schedule you provide. I know people are very particular about how their pets are cared for and I will treat those instructions with the utmost respect.


20. Aryerick R.
“Hello, yes, of course, Aryerick was an excellent babysitter for my dog, she took him for a walk, gave him his food on time and always sent me photos”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in South River 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 2,927 house sitters in South River. 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 South River house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in South River 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 South River.
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 River 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.
