House Sitting in State College
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“BJ went above and beyond with her stay. Our one dog got sick and she had to do alot of cleanup and ending up havimg to take our dog to the vets. Fortunately our dog was stressed with us not being there. Our dog is fourteen and doesn’t do change well anymore. I would not hesitate one minute to book BJ!”
“Bailee was amazing! We felt like we were leaving our pups with a family member. Her experience with dog care and her love of animals was apparent the minute we met her. She went above and beyond to make sure that the dogs were cared for, loved and treated as if they were on vacation. We felt very confident and comfortable, leaving our pups in her care. And it made our vacation week even better knowing that we didn’t have to worry about how they were doing. She is amazing! We would hire her again and again!”
“Lauren took fantastic care of my dog (8 y/o pit-mix) while I was on vacation for 10 days! If you're looking for a dog sitter, I highly recommend her! She was professional and communicative, leaving me confident my doggo was in good hands while I was away.”
“Katherine was such a blessing! We needed someone last minute to take care of our dog while we went on a family vacation. She kept our house neat and tidy and kept Duncan very happy and loved while we were away. Also kept us in the loop with picture and text updates ? we will definitely be using her next time we’re away!”
“Irene was awesome. We had an initial meeting to review all details, and she sent updates and pictures of our furbabies. We will be reaching out to Irene again and highly recommend her services.”
About: I love animals so much! I will provide the best and safest care for your fur baby! I grew up with a dog and currently have 3 cuddly cats. I have experience giving insulin to cats. I am a registered nurse taking a break from bedside care. Just want to be with animals! I will take amazing care of your pets! I am available to take care of your fur baby any day from 8 AM to 9 PM. My schedule is very flexible and I can visit up to 4 times a day. I have my own car and no drama! My cats have clean automatic food bowls, fresh water and hand-fed scheduled wet food. Let me know how your fur baby likes their food and I’ll serve it! I clean the litter boxes once a day and will do the same for your home. I love playing fetch with dogs and tug-a-war! I can come over to let your dog out in the door for potty breaks and play sessions.
“Maya was amazing and will be my first pick for watching my animals from now on. Super professional, sent me updates, and I felt so at ease leaving my babies in her care. (Almost didn’t leave a review because I don’t want her to be too in demand!)”
“Brea was an excellent sitter. I have four pets with unique personalities and needs. She was attentive, thoughtful, and provided excellent care. I would absolutely not hesitate to book Brea again. I came home to happy pets, and a tidy house. Thank you, Brea!”
“Ruth did a great job caring for Ruby. She was very flexible with staying a bit longer to bridge a gap between sitters for me while I was traveling. Appreciate her help and will be sure to hire her again!”
“Honestly, I think our dog had a better time with Karen than with us. Karen took Summer on at least two loooong walks a day! And she played with her in our yard and created fun games. Not only did Karen send detailed pics and updates, but she also paid way more attention to our pup than we normally get to. She was also a great housesitter, even watering my plants :) Plus, Summer can be a shy, anxious doggo and Karen instantly made her feel comfortable. Karen is truly a dog lover and we would love for her to watch Summer anytime!”
“Kelsey responded promptly with a very immediate need we needed for overnight sitting. It is always a little nerve-wracking to leave your animals and house in the hands of someone new but Kelsey made it all seamless. She communicated often and had everything under control with little direction, given our short notice. Our high energy dog was worn out with all the attention and play. I would highly recommend Kelsey and hope we have the opportunity to have her help again.”
“I thought she seems attentive and very nice. My neighbor spent a lot of time hanging out and playing with him. She did let me know.There was quite a few things that were not done that.I I told her to do. My place smelled like urine bc the potty pads were left inside in the trash. I specifically said to not leave inside trash. On way out, toss them in trash outside. I asked her to close windows and turn on ac for Toby when it was 90°..Michelle said my apt was 85°. I was pretty upset! My gf closed the place up and put on a/ c units. Other than that, it was fine.”
About: What sets me apart from other sitters is my hands-on experience and deep understanding of animal care. I’ve worked in the animal field for over six years, including a year at an animal shelter where I cared for cats and dogs of all breeds, ages, and behavior types. I’m currently a veterinary assistant, so I’m confident handling medical needs when it come administering medications and recognizing signs of illness or distress. Whether it’s caring for playful puppies, senior pets with special needs, or nervous rescues, I always focus on creating a calm, safe, and loving environment tailored to each animal’s personality. Pet care is a natural part of my daily routine. It’s not just a job, but something I genuinely enjoy. Between working as a veterinary assistant and caring for my own pets, I’m constantly surrounded by animals. Feeding, walking, playtime, administering medications, or just giving extra cuddles, it all fits into my day with purpose and care I care for my own pets and client pets by providing plenty of enrichment and paying close attention to their individual needs. Whether it’s interactive play, mental stimulation, or simply understanding their body language, I make sure each pet feels safe, engaged, and cared for in a way that suits their unique personality. I care for every clients pet like my own, making sure they feel comfortable and loved.
“Sarah was wonderful with our Groot. She did everything we asked and was fantastic in sending us updates and photos. She was excellent at communicating throughout the process. Upon meeting her, she displayed a demeanor that gave us great comfort that our girl would be well cared for. We highly recommend Sarah and look forward to her spending more time with our pup in the future.”
About: I consistently care for friends' dogs at college, so I'm used to handling a wide range of breeds, personalities, and routines. I also have two dogs of my own back home, so I know how much trust it takes to leave your pet with someone else. I treat every dog like they're family—because that’s how I’d want mine to be treated! I live in Long Beach Island during the weekends over the summer. I am completely available Friday nights to midday Sunday. Apart from living at the beach, I will be living in NYC this summer from Monday-Friday while I intern at a large financial bank. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I stick closely to their usual routine to help them feel comfortable and secure. That includes feeding, walks, playtime, medications (if needed), and of course, lots of love and attention. I always make sure their space stays clean and cozy—whether it’s tidying up litter boxes, wiping paws, or giving them a comfy spot to relax. I also keep pet parents updated with photos and messages so they know their furry friend is doing great!
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BJ C.Star Sitter
“BJ went above and beyond with her stay. Our one dog got sick and she had to do alot of cleanup and ending up havimg to take our dog to the vets. Fortunately our dog was stressed with us not being there. Our dog is fourteen and doesn’t do change well anymore. I would not hesitate one minute to book BJ!”
bailee o.Star Sitter
“Bailee was amazing! We felt like we were leaving our pups with a family member. Her experience with dog care and her love of animals was apparent the minute we met her. She went above and beyond to make sure that the dogs were cared for, loved and treated as if they were on vacation. We felt very confident and comfortable, leaving our pups in her care. And it made our vacation week even better knowing that we didn’t have to worry about how they were doing. She is amazing! We would hire her again and again!”
Lauren W.Star Sitter
“Lauren took fantastic care of my dog (8 y/o pit-mix) while I was on vacation for 10 days! If you're looking for a dog sitter, I highly recommend her! She was professional and communicative, leaving me confident my doggo was in good hands while I was away.”
Katherine R.
“Katherine was such a blessing! We needed someone last minute to take care of our dog while we went on a family vacation. She kept our house neat and tidy and kept Duncan very happy and loved while we were away. Also kept us in the loop with picture and text updates ? we will definitely be using her next time we’re away!”
Irene G.Star Sitter
“Irene was awesome. We had an initial meeting to review all details, and she sent updates and pictures of our furbabies. We will be reaching out to Irene again and highly recommend her services.”
Chloe C.
“Chloe is a very caring and personal individual. She loves animals and has two cats of her own. She is responsible and reliable. I have personally asked her to pet sit for my dogs and cat before. She was wonderful and my pets were in good hands. I would recommend Chloe to anyone who needs an excellent pet sitter”
Maya M.
“Maya was amazing and will be my first pick for watching my animals from now on. Super professional, sent me updates, and I felt so at ease leaving my babies in her care. (Almost didn’t leave a review because I don’t want her to be too in demand!)”
Katherine O.
“Katherine was wonderful with my dogs and cat. Sent me pictures and spent time playing with them or petting them.”
Brea A.
“Brea was an excellent sitter. I have four pets with unique personalities and needs. She was attentive, thoughtful, and provided excellent care. I would absolutely not hesitate to book Brea again. I came home to happy pets, and a tidy house. Thank you, Brea!”
Ruth P.Star Sitter
“Ruth did a great job caring for Ruby. She was very flexible with staying a bit longer to bridge a gap between sitters for me while I was traveling. Appreciate her help and will be sure to hire her again!”
Karen S.
“Honestly, I think our dog had a better time with Karen than with us. Karen took Summer on at least two loooong walks a day! And she played with her in our yard and created fun games. Not only did Karen send detailed pics and updates, but she also paid way more attention to our pup than we normally get to. She was also a great housesitter, even watering my plants :) Plus, Summer can be a shy, anxious doggo and Karen instantly made her feel comfortable. Karen is truly a dog lover and we would love for her to watch Summer anytime!”
Kelsey S.
“Kelsey responded promptly with a very immediate need we needed for overnight sitting. It is always a little nerve-wracking to leave your animals and house in the hands of someone new but Kelsey made it all seamless. She communicated often and had everything under control with little direction, given our short notice. Our high energy dog was worn out with all the attention and play. I would highly recommend Kelsey and hope we have the opportunity to have her help again.”
Gillian D.
“I thought she seems attentive and very nice. My neighbor spent a lot of time hanging out and playing with him. She did let me know.There was quite a few things that were not done that.I I told her to do. My place smelled like urine bc the potty pads were left inside in the trash. I specifically said to not leave inside trash. On way out, toss them in trash outside. I asked her to close windows and turn on ac for Toby when it was 90°..Michelle said my apt was 85°. I was pretty upset! My gf closed the place up and put on a/ c units. Other than that, it was fine.”
Jenia B.
“Jenia is amazing, trustworthy, caring, reliable and dependable. She treats my dogs with love, and nurtures them while they are in her care. Thank you”
Zoe H.
“Zoe is kind, dependable, and was a very neat house guest. She took great care of our two dogs and I would highly recommend her for dog/house sitting services!”
Noah P.
“Noah was great! I needed a dog sitter last minute and I'm glad I found Noah. He was very prepared and easy to communicate with. My dogs were happy when I came back, definitely book again!”
Anna C.
“Anna is the absolute BEST! My dogs had such a great time and got so much needed exercise while we were gone! We will definitely be using her again!”
Sarah R.Star Sitter
“Sarah was wonderful with our Groot. She did everything we asked and was fantastic in sending us updates and photos. She was excellent at communicating throughout the process. Upon meeting her, she displayed a demeanor that gave us great comfort that our girl would be well cared for. We highly recommend Sarah and look forward to her spending more time with our pup in the future.”
Allison G.
About: I consistently care for friends' dogs at college, so I'm used to handling a wide range of breeds, personalities, and routines. I also have two dogs of my own back home, so I know how much trust it takes to leave your pet with someone else. I treat every dog like they're family—because that’s how I’d want mine to be treated! I live in Long Beach Island during the weekends over the summer. I am completely available Friday nights to midday Sunday. Apart from living at the beach, I will be living in NYC this summer from Monday-Friday while I intern at a large financial bank. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I stick closely to their usual routine to help them feel comfortable and secure. That includes feeding, walks, playtime, medications (if needed), and of course, lots of love and attention. I always make sure their space stays clean and cozy—whether it’s tidying up litter boxes, wiping paws, or giving them a comfy spot to relax. I also keep pet parents updated with photos and messages so they know their furry friend is doing great!
Liam B.
“Liam did a great job with our two bigger dogs. Walking the dogs ahead of our vacation, Liam was prompt and worked well with our nervous dog.”
Over 828 pet parents in State College have booked house sitting
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We have 2 active high maintenance dogs and when my wife and I went away for a couple of nights Maya stepped in and handled their care perfectly. She sent lots of pics and the dogs looked very happy. The house was also spotless!! I highly recommend Maya if you need to trust someone with your animals. I would definitely hire her again
Christa was absolutely amazing with our two dogs! She came over to meet them and get to know their routine before we left, and was super patient with our older grumpier dog. Then she sent multiple updates with photos while we were gone. She was also an amazing house sitter - the place was tidier when we got home than when we left! The dogs had a wonderful time with her and we will definitely have Christa stay with them in the future!
Rachel is the very best! She took wonderful care of Bentley while we were away for our son's wedding. We didn't have a worry in the world knowing Bentley was in her hands Rachel gave us frequent updates with photos and was quick to respond when we reached out to check on him. We will certainly be calling Rachel again in the future. She is wonderful!
Sam was the best. Kept me updated and most importantly gave me peace of mind. Last minute problem with the plane connection and she stepped right in to help with the boys since I wasn't going to get home. She's responsible, kind and reliable. What more can you ask for? Highly recommend
Bailee took extremely good care of my french bulldog Tank. Not only was she very accommodating and checked in frequently, she also was able to respond and watch him within a days notice. Bonus points for taking him on a long walk and to see my fraternity brothers… Definitely recommend, and will use again.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in State College is $45
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Sitters in State College average 3 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in State College on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $45 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 Aug 2025, there are 138 house sitters in State College. 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, 88% of State College house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in State College have an average of 16 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 State College.
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. State College 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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