House Sitting in Sussex Woods
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Mary communicated well and took very good care of my dogs. She was nice and respectful during our meet and greet. During my trip she gave good updates about my dogs, and took cute pictures.”
“We can't even begin to describe how amazing Jacqueline took care of our dog while staying at her house! She kept us constantly updated with photos and comments, something that put our minds totally at ease while attending a wedding out of town. She has a beautiful dog of her own and treated our dog as if he, too, was family. Her love for animals is quite apparent. Our boy just absolutely loved her entire family and I know that he will be excited to spend more time with them!”
“Took excellent care of all of our fur babies while we were on vacation! Very communicative and sent regular updates/photos of how everyone was doing. Thank you S for the wonderful care!!! 💓”
About: Pets have been such a major part of my life. I grew up with dogs and cats all my life and love spending time with all animals. I enjoy taking the dogs for walk and enjoying the fresh air. Loving and caring for animals is a part of my life and something i enjoy doing. I care for animals as if they were my own and will do what is needed to make sure you pets are taken great care of. I want to make sure i meet all of your expectations and make sure you and your pets are happy. I strive to build bonds with the animals and understand the pets as best as i can. I can’t wait to meet your pets and spend time with them. I currently am a full time assistant manager in Rehoboth beach, but i can always make time to walk or play with any pet I’m watching. I live in an apartment building, so i don’t have any fenced in areas but there is plenty of room too pls and walk. There are also dog friendly parks in the area
“We are so pleased with the experience we had with Chelsea. She was great about keeping us informed about how our pups were doing. She texted us and sent us pictures every day while we were out of town. We would definitely recommend Chelsea for anyone looking for someone to care for their pups.”
About: I have taken care of cats and dogs my whole life. Friends and family animals and my own, I thought why not do it for others who need help while they are on vacation or anything else that life throws out I work fully st ups, but I can take care of any animal in the morning and afternoon when I get off work, I enjoy working with ups and animals as well I care for my pets everyday make sure they have food water place to go to the bathroom, I enjoy making sure they are safe and happy!
“Excellent communication start to finish! Luie sent lots of photos and comments. Dogs were happy and well exercised. Neighbors commented on how happy the dogs looked and how engaging Luie was. I shouldn’t be leaving such a great review because now others will be booking Luie! 😂”
“Kennedy was awesome, from the very start our pups greeted her like they knew her already!! Luna tends to be very shy so that was quite the milestone! She took great care of both and we couldn’t be happier!! 100% recommend!! 🎊”
About: I’m an experienced pet sitter with over 25 years experience. I will feed your pet as well as play with him or her. I’m one of those people who tends to like animals more than some people. I have experience giving animals medication too. I will cuddle and play as long as your pet will let me. I have a rescue cat of my own who is very spoiled. I also have experience with older dogs and cats. You can be assured that your pet will be in very good hands with me. They will be treated as my own. I am NOT bonded or insured. I am currently able to do drop in visits to your cat or stay overnight. I love playing with them as well as talking too I will care for your pet(s) in your home just like you would. I follow their routine and provide lots of pets, playtime and love.
“Aubrey did a wonderful job looking after our home and five animals. We came home to a spotless house and happy cats and dogs! She was an excellent communicator and provided nice updates and pictures. We look forward to hiring her again!”
About: Hello everyone! I just moved to the lower DE area after recently graduating from Penn State (May 2025) with a degree in animal science. I have 2 years of emergency VetMed experience and training and am able to assess emergency situations and give basic life saving measures. I have worked with puppies and kitties all the way to seniors. I am committed to keeping your pets healthy, safe , happy, and stress free! I am currently a stay at home cat mom getting my master’s degree in animal nutrition online.., I am also a passionate part time dance teacher in Harbeson for ages 6-15. Besides that I’m available and flexible almost always! I have had two senior cats for 3+ years that I adopted and they tend to be a bit spoiled. They enjoy walks outside in their cat stroller and constant attention and play.
About: I live in a home who foster dogs in need. Home with the dog all day so they'll have that attention and someone caring for them. I can take care of elderly dogs that use diapers full proper care even all the way to puppies and there high energy . Me being young i do play with the dogs i like to run around with them to keep myself and them entertained. I am a MMA fighter so I'm free everyday my gym is right here at home where I train at so I'm never off the property unless I have to be. I have a fenced in back yard that the dog will have access to and when inside your dog will be with me in my room making itself a comfortable home anywhere it pleases.
Sussex Woods pet parents share their Rover experiences
We absolutely love Isabel! She was kind, thoughtful, and incredibly loving to all of our animals. She kept us informed while we were away, which gave us such peace of mind. Being new to the area, it’s such a sigh of relief to have found someone so wonderful and trustworthy to care for our furry family. I can’t recommend her enough — truly a gem!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Sussex Woods is $60
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Sitters in Sussex Woods average 4 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 Sussex Woods on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $60 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 Jun 2026, there are 345 house sitters in Sussex Woods. 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, 86% of Sussex Woods house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Sussex Woods have an average of 19 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 Sussex Woods.
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. Sussex Woods 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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