House Sitting In Southwest Raleigh, NC
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“Can’t say enough great things about Jackson! He was an excellent communicator with us, came by before we left town for a meet and greet, then stayed in our home for several days with our pup Blanche. He took her on many walks and sent great pics of her that let us know she was relaxed and well cared for. He left our guest room cleaner than before he stayed! We really appreciated his help and hope he can help us out again.”
“We booked Kate for a weekend for our 3 dogs. She spent a bunch of time during the initial meet and greet and literally pet our dogs the entire time. We received short updates and pictures of our dogs looking really relaxed. Everything went well and we will be booking with Kate in the future.”
“We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! We felt confident our puppy was in good care. We got regular updates and pictures that helped give us peace of mind! Highly recommend and will be booking again!”
“Isabel was amazing!! She took great care of our two adult dogs. I got regular updates on our dogs while away. She sent numerous pictures to let me know they were ok. She worked with me though my anxiety about leaving them, which went above and beyond! She took great care of our apartment and left it like we had never left! I would highly recommend her for taking care of your animals.”
“Alex watched our pup Ronald for a week and we couldn’t have been happier. He’s a nervous little guy and she was more than happy to meet him multiple times before our trip to help ease his nerves (and ours!). While we were away, she sent multiple updates and photos a day, was a fabulous communicator, took outstanding care of Ronald, and left our home spotless, even washing sheets and towels without us asking! We couldn't recommend Alex more as a pet sitter!”
“Kelly was absolutely spectacular with our dog, who is a bundle of nerves and we’ve never left before. She took the time to meet him in advance and answer all our questions. She sent us daily pictures and really put our minds at ease! We will not hesitate to ask for her services again. We are so thankful to have found Kelly!!”
“I don't know about you, but after I've been away from home and my cats and dogs have had a pet-sitter, I like to think I can tell if they were happy and loved while I was gone. Caroline took care of our animals for a week while we were away and I'm 100% confident they had a great week without us. Caroline not only updated me twice/thrice daily; she also cleaned up and generally went threw extra mile to make sure our house was in order before she left. I'm very grateful that she managed everything so well during our absence. 3 cats and 2 dogs is a significant amount of work, and Caroline made me wonder if my pets would still care about me when we got back. I couldn't ask for anything more! Thank you Caroline!”
“Joan is the best, she took great care of our two pups! We felt so comfortable with her care and attention to detail, and our dogs absolutely loved her! She sent great updates with photos and we look forward to working with her again soon!”
“Jylesha took excellent care of my two dogs and my home while I was away for two weeks. She shared lots of updates and photos which gave me peace of mind, and when I returned home I could tell right away that my fur babies were not stressed as they sometimes are after a long absence. They clearly felt safe and loved. I have an older cattle dog and a young energetic pittie. They both took to Jylesha immediately when she came for a meet and greet, and she was very attentive to their different needs during her stay. I would highly recommend Jylesha for anyone needing a caring and responsible pet sitter.”
“Emily did a great job watching our 3 Kitties. She was even willing to walk our adventure Kitty. Our neighbors let us know of her good work. They all seemed in good spirits when we got home.”
“Honestly amazing service. I needed help pretty last minute over a holiday weekend and he helped me with no hesitation. Not to mention now my dogs are always wondering where Erics at. Overall a great job and will definitely be going back to him in the future”
About: Hey my name is Jeffrey and I am a sophomore at NC State. I have a puppy currently that is 5 months old and have more dogs at home that I have taken care of all my life. I am able to walk all dogs and also dog sit at either my house or yours!! I’m studying business with a focus in finance at NC State. I am very free throughout the whole week so I can walk or dog sit whenever. I can easily go for a long walk with your dog I am a very active person. I am also a good cook if your pet has nutritional needs.
“This was my first experience leaving my fur babies with anyone other than friends or family. Cayla was very patient with me and my apprehensions of using a dog sitter. I got updates throughout my trip and pictures of them hanging on the couch relaxing. She said she would love to watch them again when needed and we will definitely be using her again! Bonus points for our house being super clean when we returned from our trip!”
“Lori was absolutely amazing!! She was super communicative and considerate of our and our pets needs while she house sat for us over a long weekend. The pets were so happy and healthy when we got back and she kept our house very clean and tidy for us too! I would very highly recommend Lori for any pet care needs!”
About: What sets me apart is the variety of animals I have cared for and the level of care I can provide. Here's what I can do for you: Dogs: I have lived with dogs my whole life. I've raised and trained puppies, provided medication and post-surgical care for seniors, worked with hard of hearing/deaf dogs, earned the trust of shy dogs, trained adults, done leash training, trimmed nails, grooming, walking, playing, and have generally been characterized as a dog whisperer. Cats: I can provide care to adult cats as well as kittens. Skills for kittens include: stimulating, syringe feeding, weaning, toilet training, socialization, medication administration, nail trimming. Birds, Fish, Small Mammals, and Reptiles: I also have kept aquariums, birds, and frogs and can provide care for these animals! I am comfortable with the care needed for small mammals as well. Pets are family and I know it can be hard worrying about them when out of town. I will relieve those worries! I'm currently working part time so I have several dates and times available to take care of your pets! Please send me a message and we can work out a schedule. I work my other job mid-day from Wednesday through Saturday: one 12-5 day (usually Wednesday) and the rest are 10-3 days. Wednesdays in particular I am available before 11:00am (due to traffic to work within the radius) and between 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Additionally, my midday availability for the 11-3 drop-in/walking shift is only for Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays unless otherwise specified! I do not offer boarding services in my home, but will be able to provide all necessary services in client households for your fur babies!
About: I have been around animals for my whole life and have taken care of just about any breed no matter age or size. I am very comfortable with dogs, cats, and many other animals. I am very flexible with scheduling and booking so always feel free to reach out to me. Most people in my neighborhood come to me for looking after there fellow pets. I am good with any animals services as I worked in an animal hospital including administering medications. I currently am a student at NC State. I have flexibility with my schedule during the day to stop by and give some love to your pups! Weekends are fully free for playtime. Keeping owners animals safe is key to being in animal services. I will always make sure your animals trust me before approaching and making a safe and calm environment. Keeping it stress free as I like to refer to it as. Please feel free to reach out to me and I am sure I can be of help!
“Kira is an exceptional sitter. She took wonderful care of our home, but the best part was seeing how happy our dog, Raylan, was with her. She connected with him right away, and the beautiful photos and updates she sent were such a thoughtful and appreciated bonus. We felt completely at ease knowing he was in such great hands. We will definitely be booking Kira for all our future pet sitting!”
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Jackson K.Star Sitter
“Can’t say enough great things about Jackson! He was an excellent communicator with us, came by before we left town for a meet and greet, then stayed in our home for several days with our pup Blanche. He took her on many walks and sent great pics of her that let us know she was relaxed and well cared for. He left our guest room cleaner than before he stayed! We really appreciated his help and hope he can help us out again.”
Katherine B.
“We booked Kate for a weekend for our 3 dogs. She spent a bunch of time during the initial meet and greet and literally pet our dogs the entire time. We received short updates and pictures of our dogs looking really relaxed. Everything went well and we will be booking with Kate in the future.”
Jennifer R.Star Sitter
“We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! We felt confident our puppy was in good care. We got regular updates and pictures that helped give us peace of mind! Highly recommend and will be booking again!”
Isabel H.Star Sitter
“Isabel was amazing!! She took great care of our two adult dogs. I got regular updates on our dogs while away. She sent numerous pictures to let me know they were ok. She worked with me though my anxiety about leaving them, which went above and beyond! She took great care of our apartment and left it like we had never left! I would highly recommend her for taking care of your animals.”
Alexandra W.Star Sitter
“Alex watched our pup Ronald for a week and we couldn’t have been happier. He’s a nervous little guy and she was more than happy to meet him multiple times before our trip to help ease his nerves (and ours!). While we were away, she sent multiple updates and photos a day, was a fabulous communicator, took outstanding care of Ronald, and left our home spotless, even washing sheets and towels without us asking! We couldn't recommend Alex more as a pet sitter!”
Kelly M.
Star Sitter
“Kelly was absolutely spectacular with our dog, who is a bundle of nerves and we’ve never left before. She took the time to meet him in advance and answer all our questions. She sent us daily pictures and really put our minds at ease! We will not hesitate to ask for her services again. We are so thankful to have found Kelly!!”
Caroline D.Star Sitter
“I don't know about you, but after I've been away from home and my cats and dogs have had a pet-sitter, I like to think I can tell if they were happy and loved while I was gone. Caroline took care of our animals for a week while we were away and I'm 100% confident they had a great week without us. Caroline not only updated me twice/thrice daily; she also cleaned up and generally went threw extra mile to make sure our house was in order before she left. I'm very grateful that she managed everything so well during our absence. 3 cats and 2 dogs is a significant amount of work, and Caroline made me wonder if my pets would still care about me when we got back. I couldn't ask for anything more! Thank you Caroline!”
Joan L.
“Joan is the best, she took great care of our two pups! We felt so comfortable with her care and attention to detail, and our dogs absolutely loved her! She sent great updates with photos and we look forward to working with her again soon!”
Jordan G.
“Jordan was responsive and easy to work with. Would definitely use him again.”
Jylesha A.
“Jylesha took excellent care of my two dogs and my home while I was away for two weeks. She shared lots of updates and photos which gave me peace of mind, and when I returned home I could tell right away that my fur babies were not stressed as they sometimes are after a long absence. They clearly felt safe and loved. I have an older cattle dog and a young energetic pittie. They both took to Jylesha immediately when she came for a meet and greet, and she was very attentive to their different needs during her stay. I would highly recommend Jylesha for anyone needing a caring and responsible pet sitter.”
Emily C.
“Emily did a great job watching our 3 Kitties. She was even willing to walk our adventure Kitty. Our neighbors let us know of her good work. They all seemed in good spirits when we got home.”
Kristin S.
“Appreciated Kristin’s flexibility and help”
Eric H.
“Honestly amazing service. I needed help pretty last minute over a holiday weekend and he helped me with no hesitation. Not to mention now my dogs are always wondering where Erics at. Overall a great job and will definitely be going back to him in the future”
Jeffrey S.
“I actually don't have pets, but I can vouch for the integrity, reliability, and trustworthiness of Jeffrey S. I have known him for almost 20 years and have watched him grow into a most honorable young man. I would trust him with my pets and my children. He won't let you down!”
Cayla J.
“This was my first experience leaving my fur babies with anyone other than friends or family. Cayla was very patient with me and my apprehensions of using a dog sitter. I got updates throughout my trip and pictures of them hanging on the couch relaxing. She said she would love to watch them again when needed and we will definitely be using her again! Bonus points for our house being super clean when we returned from our trip!”
Lori K.Star Sitter
“Lori was absolutely amazing!! She was super communicative and considerate of our and our pets needs while she house sat for us over a long weekend. The pets were so happy and healthy when we got back and she kept our house very clean and tidy for us too! I would very highly recommend Lori for any pet care needs!”
Emily H.
“We have often referred to Emily as the Dog Whisperer because she's so good at making dogs, no matter how shy or skittish, feel comfortable around her. Sometimes, she's better with my family's dogs than we are.”
Delaney M.
“Delaney is simply the best. A couple of years ago I met her and trusted her to stay with my high maintenance Golden who has since passed but was very mischievous, and still watches my lab Stella who requires a lot of cuddles since being an only sibling. My dogs trusted her the second she arrived and she is the only one I have trusted with my dogs. She is amazing! And, If I am a crazy dog mom I can assure you, she will put your stress at ease when your dog/pets are in her care. Highly recommend and give 11/10 stars!”
Kira Z.Star Sitter
“Kira is an exceptional sitter. She took wonderful care of our home, but the best part was seeing how happy our dog, Raylan, was with her. She connected with him right away, and the beautiful photos and updates she sent were such a thoughtful and appreciated bonus. We felt completely at ease knowing he was in such great hands. We will definitely be booking Kira for all our future pet sitting!”
Mila L.
“Mila was super reliable and took great care of our pups while we were gone! Would definitely recommend her if you’re looking for a dog sitter!”
Southwest pet parents share their Rover experiences
Shelby was an excellent dog sitter! She administered medications, followed a difficult feeding routine and took our younger dog running! She was a great communicator sending photos and updates. She left the house spotless, watered plants, and even washed the sheets. I would highly recommend her!
Eric was great with my cats while we were out of town. One of my cats is young and I was nervous to leave him for too many days alone, so Eric stayed the evening to make sure he was able to burn some energy and had company. Checked in when he arrived, sent updates, and photos! Will book again and would recommend :)
Harmony was an absolute lifesaver! She stepped in at the last minute after our original sitter canceled unexpectedly. From the start, she was sweet, attentive, and communicative. She took wonderful care of both our apartment and our pets, and we came home to happy animals and a spotless space. We did have a small misunderstanding—which was totally my fault 🤦🏽♀️—but Harmony handled it with grace and professionalism. I truly hope she’s open to sitting for us again in the future. Highly recommend her!
Kira is an exceptional sitter. She took wonderful care of our home, but the best part was seeing how happy our dog, Raylan, was with her. She connected with him right away, and the beautiful photos and updates she sent were such a thoughtful and appreciated bonus. We felt completely at ease knowing he was in such great hands. We will definitely be booking Kira for all our future pet sitting!
Francine was absolutely wonderful with my pups, they adore her. She was very communicative and played with and walked my dogs every day. I would highly recommended her to dog sit. She was very respectful of my home and even washed sheets, towels and dishes before she left.
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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 Southwest.
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. Southwest 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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