House Sitting Sunnyvale
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About: I provide active, attentive, and structured care for both dogs and cats, with a focus on exercise, comfort, and individualized attention. For dogs, I’m especially a great fit for higher-energy pets that need more activity and engagement. I provide: • 3 daily walks (typically 20 mins to 1 hour each depending on energy level and needs) • A large fenced yard for safe outdoor play and exercise • Plenty of interaction, playtime, and supervision throughout the day I also have extensive experience caring for cats and have raised 5+ cats over the years. For cats that prefer quieter environments or separation from dogs, I have a dedicated empty bedroom available to help them feel safe and relaxed. Additional care I can provide includes: • Brushing and de-shedding • Nail trimming • Basic dental cleaning (if tolerated) • Frequent updates with photos/videos I focus on quality care and take a limited number of pets so I can give each one more attention and a calmer experience. I have a flexible schedule and can accommodate morning, or evening visits. I’m available on both weekdays and weekends, and I can adjust to your pet’s routine to ensure consistency and comfort. I prioritize reliability and will make sure your pet is cared for on time every visit. I provide a calm, clean, and safe environment and always follow your care instructions closely. I understand that pets can be sensitive to changes, so I focus on minimizing stress and maintaining their normal routine. I’m experienced with handling pets gently, including grooming (brushing, nail trimming, and basic hygiene if your pets allows). I pay close attention to their behavior, appetite, and overall well-being, and I will keep you updated with photos and notes after each visit/activity. Your pet’s safety, comfort, and trust are always my top priorities.
“Esther was great, would book with her again! She took the time to come for a meet and greet ahead of time, followed everything we asked to take care of our dog, including medication, and took good care of our place. Thanks!”
“Very pleased again with Diane, who was very patient with me changing the dates. Our dog was very well cared for over the long weekend and she left the house in perfect order, which I appreciate so much! Great communication too. Will definitely book again.”
About: Build Trust| Detail Oriented | Communication I’m a responsible and caring pet sitter who truly understands how stressful it can be to leave your pets with someone else. Building trusted relationships with both pets and their owners is very important to me. I communicate clearly and consistently, and I always provide frequent updates with photos, videos, and detailed notes so you can feel confident and relaxed while you’re away. I’m very detail-oriented and make sure to follow each pet’s routine, preferences, and care instructions closely. I grew up with dogs and have many years of experience helping friends care for both dogs and cats. I’m comfortable caring for pets of different sizes, ages, and energy levels. I naturally get along well with animals and genuinely enjoy spending time with them, whether that’s going for walks, playtime, or simply keeping them company and making them feel safe. I’m patient and gentle, especially with shy or anxious pets, and I always let them warm up at their own pace. I’m reliable, punctual, and respectful of your home, and I treat every pet as if they were my own. Your pet’s comfort, safety, and happiness are always my top priorities. I’d love to meet you and your pet and help make your time away worry-free. I’m able to work from home and it makes my schedule flexible. I’m available during the days/nights, weekends, holidays. I will work around your schedule. Please reach out and we can work out a schedule. I’m starting recently on rover. I will begin to care for pets in my home. It’s a walkable neighborhood and close to plenty of dog parks.
“Yahui was extremely responsive and diligent when she was pet sitting my two dogs and cat. She gave multiple daily updates and photos and went the extra mile to learn each of their personalities. 5 ⭐️!”
“Michelle is wonderful!!! She took care of both our pups while we were gone on a family vacation. She provided optimal care, snuggling with our babies and sent pics when out on walks!! She helped soothe my anxiety with prompt texts, I would absolutely recommend her again!!”
“Rachel was wonderful with our energetic little dog. She left the house cleaner than we left it, gave her lots of activity and love, and was an excellent communicator! I felt so safe having her with Little Bear!”
About: Hello! My name is Dani, and I'm a 23-year-old pet sitter with experience taking care of dogs, cats, bunnies, and more! I offer pet walks, in-home care, and house sitting for making sure all of your pets' and home's needs are taken care of while you’re away. With lifelong experience taking care of my animals at home and years of experience in pet and house sitting, I will provide you peace of mind that your pets and home receive all the love and care they deserve. Creating a safe and enjoyable experience along the way for everyone is my highest priority! I would love to meet you and be able to take care of your pet and household needs! Your consideration means so much. Thank you for reading! ♡ As I currently work from home, my availability is very open! I'm open to mornings, afternoons, nights, and overnights. Anytime you need, I'll be there! ♡ I provide safe, fun and active care through walks, playtime, bathing, feeding, applying or feeding medicine if needed, maintaining a clean environment, and more. I understand every pet is different, so just let me know your pet's needs as well as restrictions and I'll be sure to tailor their care to those specifications.
About: From my childhood there has never been a time in my life I didn’t have pets around and much to my parents chagrin at times I was always bringing home strays that I found. As a result, I’ve learned to love and care for their needs from an early age. Growing up I helped deliver our own dogs puppies on several occasions. As an adult I’ve always either had my own pets or lived with roommates that had pets. I have done house/pet sitting for friends and family for years. I have 1 year experience as a veterinary technician assistant, and have taken some veterinary technician assistant classes. Animals are truly my passion in life and there is not much that makes me happier in life than spending time playing, training, walking, feeding, and caring for their every need. I work full time as a veterinary technician assistant. I am available for house/pet sitting for a couple of days or weeks. Whatever your needs require. I can do drop in visits in the evenings though with my work schedule daytime visits have proven difficult. For multiple reasons, I prefer to care for your pets in your home. First and foremost, I find more often than not, pets are most comfortable in their own familiar environment and feel less disruption in their routine. Secondly, I live with roommates who have 3 dogs and a cat, and while they are all great pets, I just feel it’s unfair to them and any incoming pets to be forced to have to adjust to so many strangers. Especially the incoming pets when they may already be stressed about their people being gone. I just try to make it as easy and calming and stress free for the pets as possible.
About: I've cared for dogs my whole life, 12 years looking after my family's dog and watching friends' dogs during their vacations, handling everything from feeding and walks to overnight stays. I also spent a year living with a cat, so I'm comfortable with both dogs and cats. Animals are a genuine passion of mine, and daily walks are one of my favorite parts of the day. I have a flexible schedule and am mostly available for pet care, including walks, drop-ins, and boarding. I can work around your pet's routine and adjust as needed to fit their care into my day. I live in a comfortable apartment, which makes for a calm, quiet environment without a yard's distractions. I'm attentive to leash safety on walks and make sure pets feel secure and settled indoors.
“She took care of both my cats very well and even did some of the introduction process between the two. She also took the time to understand both of their personalities and preferences. She is very responsive and left my place better than it was before.”
“Tiana did a great job with Moose. She was easy to communicate with and kept me updated on how Moose was doing while I was away. Moose was happy upon my return and the house was tidy.”
“Alessandra is amazing! She’s very attentive to our cat and sent plenty of updates while we were away on vacation. Highly recommend her - our cat warmed up to her very quickly and she treated her with lots of care.”
“Kate did an excellent job housesitting our large, older dog Buddy over the Memorial Day weekend. She left the house even cleaner than we expected. She sent updates regularly, including a couple of pictures. We would hire her again.”
About: Hi, my name is Jennife r and if you ever need someone to take care of your adored pet, you can rely on me! I have experience taking care of larger dogs and I’ve also taken care of cats! Most of my experience has been housesitting or stopping by a home to check in on a pet. I love the outdoors, so I would have no issue with taking your pet on a long walk or a play at a park. In college, I took care of a cat for around two years as well, so I am very versatile on what type of pet you have and what they need. 🐈🐕💕 Currently, I don’t have a job until the beginning of the school year and will be working part-time, so I have extra time to take care of your pet! Depending on the area I could housesit during the week and can definitely housesit on the weekends. I always make sure that the pet that I’m taking care for has a clean and safe environment. Also, because I love to play with dogs and cats, I am very attentive to them if they want to interact with play or cuddles! 🥰
“We had a great experience with Vivien, who stayed in our home for nine days to care for our pets. Her communication was excellent—she kept us updated regularly with messages and photos, which gave us real peace of mind while we were away. She was also able to confidently administer insulin to our diabetic cat, which was a huge relief. Vivien was responsible, respectful of our space, and gave all of our pets plenty of attention and care. We came home to a clean house and happy animals. We’d gladly have her back and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and attentive pet sitter.”
About: I grew up having large dogs, rabbits, cats and rodents. I love animals and I like to pet sit, do dog walking, housesitting and general pet care in my spare time. I’ve helped friends, neighbors and people just like you with all their pet care needs and I look forward to helping you! I currently work full time but am available early mornings and evenings Monday through Thursday. On Friday, Saturday and Sundays I’m available 24 hours a day. I have a few random times throughout the year where I have time off and will be available. I currently can not take pets in at my residence but while I’m caring or pet sitting for someone in their home, I go over all rules and instructions of the house and for the animal.
“Ozzy is the absolute best! He is such a responsible and kind sitter and our big dogs love him! He is so thoughtful and flexible even when our flight was delayed and he had to stay with our dogs longer. We feel so relieved knowing our dogs are with Ozzy when we aren’t home.”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Sunnyvale is $75
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Sunnyvale
Kiana was a wonderful sitter for our dog, Pepper. She was communicative, punctual, and kept us updated with great pictures throughout her stay. Above all, Kiana really took the time to understand Pepper and her behaviors and traits. Pepper is quite shy and often anxious, and it was clear that Kiana was able to form a safe connection in a short time.
Kristine does a great job. She manages our dog in our home, takes care of feeding and walks. We can tell by our dog’s reaction that Kristine takes good care of her, is paying attention to her and keeps us updated with pictures and text messages. We highly recommend her.
Yahui was amazing with our pets. She housesat our cat Mabel and dog Nibbles for a long weekend; we received lots of photos and videos of the pets, timely updates on feeding walks etc. she was even successful at giving our cat her morning medicine. Highly recommend her and trust that your pets will be cared for with her.
We were very happy with Esther and would highly recommend her for pet sitting! She communicated often and well with us and responded in a timely manner. Esther cared for our senior small dog who is challenged in the social interaction department. Charlie, our dog, took to Esther right away and continued to interact positively with her throughout our 13-day absence. She administered medication and supplements and cleaned up after Charlie. We felt very reassured with Charlie in Esther’s care while we were out of the country. Esther will be at the top of our list for pet sitting in the future!
We couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter! She has taken care of our two dogs, and also our cat and rabbit, and she was absolutely wonderful with all of them. She has such a natural ability to connect with animals, and it was obvious how comfortable, happy, and loved they felt with her. She is incredibly caring, attentive, reliable, and truly someone we trust completely with both our pets and our home. While house sitting, she took amazing care of everything and left the house exceptionally clean and tidy. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing our pets were in such good hands. She genuinely cares about the animals she looks after, and that really shows. We will absolutely book her again and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and loving to care for their pets!
Mia was so wonderful with our dog. She watched her in our home for a weekend and was very respectful of our space. She sent us regular updates with photos throughout the day and kept us posted on how our pup was responding to things. We definitely hope to have Mia take care of her again, and would recommend her to everyone.
Tiana took such wonderful care of my dog, Lio, and my home! This was my first time leaving my baby with a sitter, and I’m so glad I chose her. She kept me updated with so many photos and videos, which gave me peace of mind while I was away. It was clear that Lio was happy and having so much fun with her! I left quite a few detailed care instructions, including brushing Lio’s teeth and weighing her in the morning, and Tiana did a great job with everything. She also gave Lio fun enrichment activities and even bought her a little lamb toy after noticing how much she loved one. That was such a thoughtful touch! On top of caring for Lio, she kept my home clean and tidy. I truly appreciated all the care and effort she put into both. I would absolutely recommend Tiana and would love to have her house-sit for us again. Thank you for taking such good care of my baby! 🐶💕
Sam watched our senior doggo for two weeks! We really appreciated her willingness to house sit and take such good care of our dog for an extended period of time. We came home to a clean house and a happy dog. We’re very grateful to have found Sam here on Rover. :’)
My dogs had a wonderful time with Subani and it was nice knowing that they were in good hands. She sent frequent updates, and when I got back, they were sad when she left. I always know that’s a good sign of a wonderful sitter. She got to know my pets so well and I will definitely be using her in the future!
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FAQs for House Sitting - Sunnyvale
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of House Sitting in Sunnyvale is $62 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $32 and $122 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 5,056 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Sunnyvale. 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 Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale 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.
Tip: 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 Sunnyvale 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 Rover Guarantee, 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page.
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 Meet & Greet.
sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, 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 Sunnyvale. On Rover:
- 87% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 91% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 95% 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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