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“Chloe was great! She was open to any accommodations we had with our pup. She handled his separation anxiety like a champ and kept to his routine. She was very communicative and provided lots of pictures! We will use her again!”
“Sierra did a great job with our crazy dogs and was good at communication. She also sent photos. She took good care of the house while we were gone. She is a kind person, pleasant to work with. I would definitely hire her again! :)”
“Meredith has been absolutely incredible as our house and catsitter over a week-long trip. We have a somewhat complicated situation (some of our cats don't get along), and she's navigated that wonderfully. She provided many pictures and detailed summaries to help us understand how they've been doing and has been responsive to suggestions or requests along the way. Meredith really went above and beyond, and I would happily recommend her services and hope to work with her again in the future.”
“Paola was excellent. Very communicative and sent plenty of videos and photos of our babies. She treated them like her own. We would absolutely recommend her and will be asking for her services again!”
“We were away for about 6 days, 5 nights and felt utterly confident with Jacqueline looking after our two large pups and our home! Excellent communication and everything went super smoothly. We would love to have you again!”
“Sam took great care of Flower on such short notice. She was responsive to messages and sent us several photos of their fun together. We will definitely add her to our dog sitter list.”
“Brian sent messages with pictures each day to let me know how my labradoodle Pio was doing. Brian took excellent care of Pio and gave him pets and play as well as the required bathroom walks.”
“Alexander stayed at my house and took care of my dog who is 18 years old! Alexander took great care of him and sent me updates to let me know everything was ok. I have complete trust in Alexander for pet care and house sitting. Highly recommend!”
“Teresa was so wonderful and my fur babies loved her! She was great at sending daily updates and photos during her stay too which was great. Highly recommend Teresa and will certainly use her in the future for pet sitting/walking needs!! Thanks Teresa for the wonderful service so we could enjoy our wedding!!”
“Denim was wonderful, she worked with our last minute reservation, was very communicative, and the pups warmed up to her immediately. She even handled the upset stomach issues that popped up with both in stride and kept me from being concerned or worried. I’d highly recommend her and hope to use her again for future stays.”
“Winter was amazing and cared for all 3 of our pups. We received pictures while she was caring for them and had great communication with us. Thank you so much again for caring for our pups! I definitely recommend Winter and will likely book her again in future if she’s available.”
About: I am a recent Duke alum who is now living in Durham! I’ve cared for pets my entire life, including puppies and a senior dog who was blind and deaf. I left my dog, Oliver, at home when I moved here for college, and now take every opportunity to spend time with cats and dogs. I have experience with breeds of all sizes—from Chihuahuas to Boxers. I’m comfortable feeding, walking, bathing, etc. I’ve also cared for cats and have owned bearded dragons and rats, so I’m comfortable with a wide variety of animals. I work full-time as a medical assistant, so I’m out during the day, but I’m happy to stop by morning and evening to care for your pet. I can provide drop-in visits with as late as same-day notice, walks, and plenty of company because I am usually at home when not at work. I’m also available for house-sitting on weekdays and weekends. I treat every pet in my care like a member of my own family. I create a calm, secure, and clean environment where pets feel comfortable and loved. At your home, I follow your instructions closely to maintain your pet’s routine and ensure their safety. If I’m house-sitting, I’m also happy to water plants and help keep up the cleanliness to make sure your home feels cared for while you’re away. I’m experienced with pets of all sizes and behavior, and I stay attentive to their needs and comfort at all times. Building trust with both pets and their owners is very important to me, and I communicate openly to keep you updated,
“Alekx was so awesome sitting for our cats! We had to go out of town on short notice and she responded right away and took amazing care of our cats. She also sent great photos and updates, couldn’t recommend Alekx enough!”
“Tavia is simply wonderful. She took excellent care of our dogs and home while we were away for 10 days. She is courteous, responsive and seems to truly care about what she’s doing. We will certainly have her dog and house sit for us again!”
“Marley had a great time with Taylor! I appreciated the summary & pictures she sent each day - it gave me peace of mind to know that Marley was well cared for! We strongly recommend Taylor & look forward to the next time she is able to stay with Marley!”
“Stacy was phenomenal! She was prompt, did services exactly as requested, and took great care of our dog Oso and fish Oscar while staying at our house for over a week. She was also an excellent houseguest and left the house in perfect condition. We will 100% be using her again. Highly recommend!!”
“I am beyond thrilled with AJ she was amazing with my two Sheppards. She catered to all there specific needs and keep them happy clean feed and played with them all at our home! I am newer to the area and had no way to find someone to take care of my dogs! I don’t like kennels I prefer to keep them at home! I would HIGHLY recommend AJ she was so professional and my dogs both took to her immediately without hesitation! Anyone who is looking for a dog or cat sitter in the area please seek out AJ you will be happy!”
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John F.Star Sitter
“John was patient and very loving with Mitch. He was very communicative with me on a daily basis. Mitch fell for John hard. He IS the cat whisperer!”
Chloe K.
“Chloe was great! She was open to any accommodations we had with our pup. She handled his separation anxiety like a champ and kept to his routine. She was very communicative and provided lots of pictures! We will use her again!”
Sierra G.Star Sitter
“Sierra did a great job with our crazy dogs and was good at communication. She also sent photos. She took good care of the house while we were gone. She is a kind person, pleasant to work with. I would definitely hire her again! :)”
Meredith H.
“Meredith has been absolutely incredible as our house and catsitter over a week-long trip. We have a somewhat complicated situation (some of our cats don't get along), and she's navigated that wonderfully. She provided many pictures and detailed summaries to help us understand how they've been doing and has been responsive to suggestions or requests along the way. Meredith really went above and beyond, and I would happily recommend her services and hope to work with her again in the future.”
Paola S.
“Paola was excellent. Very communicative and sent plenty of videos and photos of our babies. She treated them like her own. We would absolutely recommend her and will be asking for her services again!”
Jacqueline S.
“We were away for about 6 days, 5 nights and felt utterly confident with Jacqueline looking after our two large pups and our home! Excellent communication and everything went super smoothly. We would love to have you again!”
Samantha S.
“Sam took great care of Flower on such short notice. She was responsive to messages and sent us several photos of their fun together. We will definitely add her to our dog sitter list.”
Brian S.
“Brian sent messages with pictures each day to let me know how my labradoodle Pio was doing. Brian took excellent care of Pio and gave him pets and play as well as the required bathroom walks.”
Whitney Lyn P.Star Sitter
“Whitney was very kind to our dog and treated our home with respect. She was also very communicative, especially when our pup had an upset stomach.”
Azadeh C.
“Azadeh was great! She took fantastic care of my anxious dog Bailey and fantastic care of my apartment. Will definitely plan to see if she's free again!”
Alexander R.
“Alexander stayed at my house and took care of my dog who is 18 years old! Alexander took great care of him and sent me updates to let me know everything was ok. I have complete trust in Alexander for pet care and house sitting. Highly recommend!”
Alexander T.Star Sitter
“Teresa was so wonderful and my fur babies loved her! She was great at sending daily updates and photos during her stay too which was great. Highly recommend Teresa and will certainly use her in the future for pet sitting/walking needs!! Thanks Teresa for the wonderful service so we could enjoy our wedding!!”
Denim H.
“Denim was wonderful, she worked with our last minute reservation, was very communicative, and the pups warmed up to her immediately. She even handled the upset stomach issues that popped up with both in stride and kept me from being concerned or worried. I’d highly recommend her and hope to use her again for future stays.”
Winter E.Star Sitter
“Winter was amazing and cared for all 3 of our pups. We received pictures while she was caring for them and had great communication with us. Thank you so much again for caring for our pups! I definitely recommend Winter and will likely book her again in future if she’s available.”
Calista R.
“Calista has excellent experience caring for animals. For many years, she consistently walked, fed, played with, and closely monitored the well-being of my dogs and cats. Her dedication and attentiveness were always evident. In addition to more common pets, Calista also has experience with less typical animals, including rats, bearded dragons, and green anoles. She understands the unique needs of each species and provides thoughtful, reliable care. Calista is genuinely passionate about animal well-being and finds joy in helping pets thrive. She is someone you can fully trust to care for both the physical and emotional well-being of any pet.”
Alessandria S.
“Alekx was so awesome sitting for our cats! We had to go out of town on short notice and she responded right away and took amazing care of our cats. She also sent great photos and updates, couldn’t recommend Alekx enough!”
Tavia B.
“Tavia is simply wonderful. She took excellent care of our dogs and home while we were away for 10 days. She is courteous, responsive and seems to truly care about what she’s doing. We will certainly have her dog and house sit for us again!”
Katherine R.
“Marley had a great time with Taylor! I appreciated the summary & pictures she sent each day - it gave me peace of mind to know that Marley was well cared for! We strongly recommend Taylor & look forward to the next time she is able to stay with Marley!”
Stacy B.Star Sitter
“Stacy was phenomenal! She was prompt, did services exactly as requested, and took great care of our dog Oso and fish Oscar while staying at our house for over a week. She was also an excellent houseguest and left the house in perfect condition. We will 100% be using her again. Highly recommend!!”
Arlene G.
“I am beyond thrilled with AJ she was amazing with my two Sheppards. She catered to all there specific needs and keep them happy clean feed and played with them all at our home! I am newer to the area and had no way to find someone to take care of my dogs! I don’t like kennels I prefer to keep them at home! I would HIGHLY recommend AJ she was so professional and my dogs both took to her immediately without hesitation! Anyone who is looking for a dog or cat sitter in the area please seek out AJ you will be happy!”
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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 Stem on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $50 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 1,804 house sitters in Stem. 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 Stem house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Stem have an average of 13 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Stem.
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. Stem 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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