House Sitting Spanaway
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“Nova was terrific - provided us with regular updates about our dogs while we traveled during spring break and also photos. Our dogs were well taken care of, including our senior dog who requires medications twice a day. We appreciated reviews provided by Nova's previous clients, they gave us confidence while looking for dog sitters on rover. We highly recommend Nova, too!”
“Jessica was a wonderful pet/house sitter for us while we were away! It was our first time using Rover and we were incredibly pleased with our experience. Jessica was very friendly and sweet with our very nervous dog when we did our meet and greet prior to our trip. Throughout our time away she updated us with pictures and progress on how Nala was doing. Clearly she is wonderful with animals because our nervous pup seemed to be comfortable with her in no time at all. We would definitely recommend Jessica to anyone looking for a quality pet sitter/house sitter while they are away, and will definitely book her again in the future!”
“Victoria was attentive, asked questions about care of our two dogs, took detailed notes to be sure she had the information on hand to care for and handle any issues that might come up while sitting with our dogs. She kept a clean house and documented the each day, (care, walks, meals, and activities), with some pictures and notes to keep us informed. We will call on her again for our dog sitting needs.”
“Alexis was absolutely amazing. She house sat for us and took care of our dog (with special behavioral needs) and our cat for 10 days. The pets were so happy when we returned, it was as if we had never left. We could tell they were well cared for. She was tidy and well communicative. It was also incredibly helpful that she did a meet and greet before with our pup just to ensure things ran smoothly before we departed for our trip. We felt very secure while away and will definitely be contacting her in the future! She is the absolute sweetest.”
“Wow, what an amazing experience my pets had with Natalie! My dogs and cat warmed up to her immediately. She was very communicative, played with them and even helped with training the puppy. She did an awesome job watching over the house. When we got home the house was clean and tidy. It was a relief to find someone so trustworthy. We will reach out to Natalie any time we go out of town and, fingers crossed, hire her for dog training. 10/10 experience and an even better person!”
“Brooklyn was very prompt with responding and sent photos of my cats daily and gave updates when needed! She was open to using a lockbox to get keys out rather than in person handoff and made things much easier!”
“Mallory took great care of our dogs for a weekend while we were away. She kept us updated with pictures of them & responded quickly & took action when one of our dogs broke through the neighbors fence she was able to get them back quickly & even fixed our fence for us. We would recommend Mallory to anyone!”
“We were so happy with Stephanie watching our dogs! She took great care of them and the house too. Stephanie communicated with us daily. She played with the dogs and took them on walks. We felt very comfortable with Stephanie staying in our home and watching our dogs. We will be requesting her again! Thank you Stephanie!”
“Brandie was amazing for us and our pup! We were gone for 8 days, our longest trip without our dog and Brandie did such a good job with sending us pictures and updates. She also took care of my large amount of house plants, which was a huge bonus. Highly recommend booking with Brandie!”
“Bre was wonderful, we couldn't have asked for a better companion for our pups while we were away! In addition to being great with Sophie and Riley, she was very friendly, courteous, and professional. She kept us updated throughout our trip with texts and pictures. And the house looked great when we came home. We will definitely use Bre again and feel lucky to have found her!”
About: I work from home. When your dog stays with me, it will have companionship all day. My kids are all grown now. We have 2 adults living in our household There are not many moments when your dog will be alone. Ive recently suffered a knee injury, so my runs have turned into walks. Wapato lake is near by, and where I take my rover dogs to get exercise, We have a very loving golden Winnie that lives with us. She loves other dogs. I work from home full time. Very Flexible with dates and times. My 31 year old daughter lives with me and also works from home Very Dog friendly home. They are where I am. Large back yard for your furbaby to roam. Chuck it, toys and lots of love available
“Victoria is amazing! We were struggling with leaving our fur babies for a week, but Victoria put our mind at ease. She took such good care of our babies and home. When she stopped by to drop off the key all of our dogs (3 of them) were excited to see her again. To top it off, she is just a genuinely amazing person that is kind and trustworthy. We will absolutely be using her in the future.”
About: Unavailable/half dates autumn 2026 🍂 October 10th- available after 12:30PM November 7th- available until 2PM only November 27th- available until 1PM November 28- Unavailable November 29th- after 4PM If you are looking to book with me for the upcoming holidays, please reach out sooner than later. My calendar is filling up quickly and I'd love to be able to see as many of your sweet creatures as I can! Hi there, I'm Maria and a fur mom of 3 (2 kitties and 1 dog) and I love them dearly. I have had animals my entire life and volunteered at an animal shelter, vet hospital and worked for a doggy daycare for almost 10 years feeding, playing with, brushing, bathing and loving up to 25 pups at a time. I have also worked in the grooming salon and daycare and boarding center for PetSmart. I would love to show your pets the same affection that I show mine while you are away from home. I am more than happy to care for any size or breed of cat or dog, I have experienced it all! I am a stay at home mama with my little boys so we will have plenty of time to spend playing with and caring for your fur babies. Making sure your pet is safe while we are together is my number one priority. I ensure all gates and/or doors are secure before I will let your pets out for potty and play. Getting emergency contact and veterinarian information are a must in case your baby has an emergency while you are away. Meet and greets are preferred not only so I can meet your pet in a stress free environment with you at home, it will easy your pets mind to know that mom and/or dad have invited me in to meet them before trusting their care to me. I do understand that sometimes you need someone ASAP and there is an emergency, I will take extra precautions when this is the case. Slowly entering your home with a calm and positive attitude to be sure your animals know I can be trusted and am there to care for them while you are out. I am a non-biased person, an LGBTQIA+ ally, a supporter of BLM, and that love is love. You can feel free to be your true self with me if you are comfortable. The only thing I can't work around is my son's nap schedule. I make that time clear with pet parents and we can work out a time before or after his nap that works well with your pet(s). I am a stay at home mom, so my schedule is pretty flexible. I currently do not offer care in my home due to already having a full house with my animals and toddler. But when I am in your home, the instructions you provide me are my bread and butter of the stay. I check off each item to do on your list. Feeding, walks, cleaning litter boxes, play time, picking up toys, etc.
“Katherine did a great job taking care of our dog and the house. We really appreciated her updates, communication, and cleanliness. We would highly recommend her and will be reaching out again in the future!”
“Silas went above and beyond for our pets! She watched our 4 dogs and 2 cats while we were out of the country. She was a great communicator the whole time. There was an issue with an appliance in the house while we were gone and she kept me updated and helped coordinate the repairs. She also sent photos and updates of the pets. We really appreciate that she treated our fur babies with love while we were away.”
About: I’ve been petsitting/housesitting for just over 6 years. I’ve worked with rescue dogs that have trauma, dogs with epilepsy, dogs with anxiety, dogs that need high energy output, as well as senior dogs. I’ve administered medications in a timely manner and have coordinated care with many owners. I will diligently work for you and your pups! I’m a home nail tech, so my schedule is very flexible. When I’m petsitting, I’m able to build my days around care if need be. I’m quick to learn the routine of the pets, and I do my best to fit within it so the pets can have the most comfort.
“Gisella was an outstanding pet sitter. She went above and beyond to care for my 11 years old golden retriever, Samhara. The two bonded instantly. She played with Sam, walked her, fed her and when time came for Gisella to leave, Sam was glued to her; wouldn’t want her to go. I can’t describe the feeling of knowing that your dog is happy and safe while you travel. I highly recommend Gisella!”
About: I have had pets my whole life and I have about a decade of experience taking care of a range pets cats, dogs, kittens, puppies, big dogs, and small dogs I am currently unemployed and doing school online and I do not have any extracurriculars that I will need to focus on so I have lots of free time I will treat your pets and home with care and respect and will make sure I will keep in mind any additional details you provide me with
The median cost per night for house sitting in Spanaway is $60
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Spanaway
I had Christian stay at my house and care for my 4 dogs for 5 nights.. I know 4 dogs of 42lb-90lb, can be a challenge but Christian was absolutely wonderful! He communicated how everyone was doing daily, they warmed up to him quickly. He sent photos for us, and we came home to a clean home PLUS all poop was picked up in the yard. I would absolutely trust him and invite him back.
Elizabeth watched our two pets for an extended stay away and we couldn't be happier. We asked for a meet and great before heading out. She listened with care to our details on feeding schedules, treats, potty breaks and snuggles. We came home to relaxed, happy pups and a very clean home. We received photos and text updates daily. We will definitely book with Elizabeth again.
Bre was amazing! She was able to accommodate a last minute request and was reliable and a quick communicator. She stayed at our house and was respectful of the home as well. I highly recommend using her and will definitely use her for future trips! Thank you for taking great care of Booger, Maya, and Mariner.
We had a great experience with Jeri over the 5 days she cared for our dogs. She was friendly and reliable, and communicated well throughout the stay, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. Overall, we felt our dogs were in good hands and would happily recommend her to others.
Kaitlin is everything you would want in a pet sitter! Efficient communication, punctual and so very sweet to our animal crew! She sent pictures daily and was very detailed to ensure our large (and very medicated crew) was taken care of properly. We can't wait to have her back.
We had a last minute need for a sitter for 3 pups and Sarah really came through! Not only was she super responsive regarding availability, booking, and coming for a meet and greet the very next morning, but she continued the excellent communication and updates while I was gone. One of our three pups is such a nervous/shy girl but even by day two she was sleeping with Sarah at night and being a little love beggar ☺️ just goes to show how great Sarah is with animals. I know next time I need a sitter Sarah will be my first choice!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of House Sitting in Spanaway is $56 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $32 and $67 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 5,179 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Spanaway. 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 Spanaway 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 Spanaway 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.
<b>Tip:</b> 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 Spanaway 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 Spanaway. On Rover:
- 89% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 94% 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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