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“This is our second time with Melanie! We had a 14 day vacation and she took care of our fur babies in our home so both our dogs and we felt comfortable on the lengthy time apart. She is responsive and gives updates throughout the time with our pets. Came home to a surprise Santa photo with the dogs which was super cute! She is respectful of our home and we trust her. Thank you again Melanie! Astro and Alani will look forward to our next planned vacation without them!”
“Adam is great! We had a family emergency out of state and he was able to last minute come watch our animals. He always sends pictures and his commentary of our animals always makes us chuckle!”
“We couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter for our boy! We got so lucky! Jude took such incredible care of Gunner while we were away, sending regular photo updates and keeping us informed the entire time. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing he was in such loving hands. She also kept our home spotless, which was such a wonderful bonus to come home to! Her kindness and trustworthiness set her apart. We will absolutely be booking with Jude again if available and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter!”
“Cassidy really helped us out last minute when other plans for a sitter fell through. The pups immediately liked her when she came for the initial meet and greet. She asked really good questions regarding their care and routines and sent frequent updates with pictures. We definitely recommend her and will be using her again.”
“Wendy cared for our two dogs for 1.5 weeks while we traveled this summer. She was a frequent communicator and provided updates + pics, which was greatly appreciated while we were away. We returned to happy pups and a very tidy house. Highly recommend!”
“Siyani was very responsive and did an amazing job caring for our bulldog Bella. We can't wait to have her take care of Bella again in the future! Bella gets so excited to see Siyani when she visits and even looks for her throughout the house after she's gone! Thank you so much Siyani! 💓”
“Kayla (and family) were amazing. As hard as it was to leave my fur babies for the first time I was assured through pics, texts and videos that they were being loved as part of the family. When plans changed due to flights Kayla was so accommodating even at the very last minute. Look forward to working with her (and family) again soon. Sapo now has a fur sister Darla xoxoxo”
“Amanda was a great sitter for our zoo of animals. She had her hands full with puppy energy and multiple cats and dogs. She provided pictures throughout our trip and communicated quickly even before our trip for our pre-trip introduction.”
“I recommend Dani to take care of your fur babies, I was very nervous leaving my fur baby and she took such good care of him as if he was her own. We will definitely use her again.”
About: I have a lifelong passion for animals, backed by professional experience and education. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Medical Technology and have worked in a small animal clinic for two years, where I gained hands-on experience. My background also includes two years at a pet store and a history of caring for family and friends' pets. This professional experience has given me confidence in handling various tasks, from giving medications to performing nail trims. While I'm comfortable with all types of animals, I have a special affinity for cats, as I have two of my own. Good news for your furry friends! I work remotely Tuesday through Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM, so I'm readily available during the day to cater to your pets' needs, including walks, playtime, and feeding. If it suits your needs, I can even work directly from your home. Mondays are my in-office days, so my availability is more restricted, but we can definitely discuss arrangements beforehand. Rest assured, I have complete availability after 4 PM on weekdays and all day on weekends. New to Rover? Please use my link to get a discount off your first booking! https://www.rover.com/sit/kassab76061 Every pet is unique and has their own personality. I will care for them as if they are my own and would enjoy getting to know them. I will follow any special instructions given to a T.
“Our third time using Julie. Very happy, she is very responsive to our text messages, so we know we can always be in touch if there are problems, which so foar there have not been! She is a pleasure to work with and our dog Uli loves her!”
About: I enjoy going for walks. I've had all sizes of dogs and don't mind the larger ones who think they're still lap dogs! I always enjoy trying to teach the floofs new tricks. Don't mind giving the occasional bath and a good brushing too. I currently am a stay at home mom during the days. I coach volleyball 2 nights a week and travel some weekends for tournaments. I would much rather put my time to good use by playing or spending time with your fur baby. In your home your rules will be respected. Messes will be cleaned. Pets will be fed, played with, taken out and whatever it is you would require of me during my time with your pet.
“Sarah was absolutely wonderful to work with! She was super flexible and was very attentive to our dog who has some separation anxiety and treated Indy as if she was her own. She was also very communicative and sent frequent photos and videos. Highly recommended and know we’ll be using her again in the future.”
“Lauren was awesome! She demonstrated during our meet and greet that she had thoroughly read our bio, which made things much easier. She asked thoughtful questions to make sure she was prepared. She communicated throughout her stay and was flexible with start and end times. The dogs clearly took a real liking to her and enjoyed being with her. When we got home, our house was spotless and the dogs had been very well taken care of! I highly recommend Lauren!”
About: I've been with Rover since Jan 2022, but not to loving and spoiling animals! We have always had a cat or dog in our home. We have also brought homeless animals into our home and nursed them to good health to help find them a new home with a friend or neighbor. Pet sitting has given me a way to have time to myself with a furry friend to keep me company. My schedule is quite flexible as I currently work part-time in an animal hospital. Therefore, tending to your pet isn't an issue. I also have 2 sisters in high school & college and my mom who'll spoil your baby if I have to be in class or have multiple bookings within close range. I have cared for guinea pigs, hamsters, dogs, cats, fish, and bearded dragons. I strictly follow the owner's directions and spoil the pets with lots of love, attention and play time. I make sure kitty litter is taken care of as well as proper disposal of puppy trails. I will start another degree at HACC in spring, but only part-time. If I'm boarding your pet, I keep them in my room. They're slowly introduced to our pets, taken on walks and have plenty of playtime with me. I am currently working a flexible part-time job. Therefore,I can almost always work with your schedule. Let's schedule a meet and greet so you'll know if I am a good fit for your pet. I keep pets safe in my room and slowly introduce to our pup. If the pets don't get along, they'll remain separated during their stay.
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Melanie C.Star Sitter
“This is our second time with Melanie! We had a 14 day vacation and she took care of our fur babies in our home so both our dogs and we felt comfortable on the lengthy time apart. She is responsive and gives updates throughout the time with our pets. Came home to a surprise Santa photo with the dogs which was super cute! She is respectful of our home and we trust her. Thank you again Melanie! Astro and Alani will look forward to our next planned vacation without them!”
Adam G.
“Adam is great! We had a family emergency out of state and he was able to last minute come watch our animals. He always sends pictures and his commentary of our animals always makes us chuckle!”
Jude P.Star Sitter
“We couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter for our boy! We got so lucky! Jude took such incredible care of Gunner while we were away, sending regular photo updates and keeping us informed the entire time. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing he was in such loving hands. She also kept our home spotless, which was such a wonderful bonus to come home to! Her kindness and trustworthiness set her apart. We will absolutely be booking with Jude again if available and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter!”
Cassidy B.Star Sitter
“Cassidy really helped us out last minute when other plans for a sitter fell through. The pups immediately liked her when she came for the initial meet and greet. She asked really good questions regarding their care and routines and sent frequent updates with pictures. We definitely recommend her and will be using her again.”
Wendy W.
“Wendy cared for our two dogs for 1.5 weeks while we traveled this summer. She was a frequent communicator and provided updates + pics, which was greatly appreciated while we were away. We returned to happy pups and a very tidy house. Highly recommend!”
Siyani W.
“Siyani was very responsive and did an amazing job caring for our bulldog Bella. We can't wait to have her take care of Bella again in the future! Bella gets so excited to see Siyani when she visits and even looks for her throughout the house after she's gone! Thank you so much Siyani! 💓”
Kayla R.Star Sitter
“Kayla (and family) were amazing. As hard as it was to leave my fur babies for the first time I was assured through pics, texts and videos that they were being loved as part of the family. When plans changed due to flights Kayla was so accommodating even at the very last minute. Look forward to working with her (and family) again soon. Sapo now has a fur sister Darla xoxoxo”
Amanda S.
“Amanda was a great sitter for our zoo of animals. She had her hands full with puppy energy and multiple cats and dogs. She provided pictures throughout our trip and communicated quickly even before our trip for our pre-trip introduction.”
Dani E.
“I recommend Dani to take care of your fur babies, I was very nervous leaving my fur baby and she took such good care of him as if he was her own. We will definitely use her again.”
Krista E.
“Krista is the best! Cooper had a great time hanging out with her and said she did an amazing job taking care of him over the weekend! 10/10 will book her again! 😊”
Amanda T.
“Amanda was very through and communicated daily via messages and photos. The dogs really enjoyed her stay with them. Would use again! Thank you!”
Kassandra B.
“Kassandra is so great with my two dogs. She walks them every weekday at lunch. This allows me the opportunity to focus on work all while knowing my dogs, Jawn and Goose, are well taken care of. Goose is a senior dog at the age of 15 and Kassandra handles him with care. Jawn is still a little more rambunctious being only 9 years old. He and Kassandra play off his energy for his afternoon nap, and then they are both ready for me when I get home around 4. 5/5 Stars!”
Julianna B.
“Our third time using Julie. Very happy, she is very responsive to our text messages, so we know we can always be in touch if there are problems, which so foar there have not been! She is a pleasure to work with and our dog Uli loves her!”
Mary G.
“This is our first time using Mary. Our dog has separation anxiety.Mary sent plenty of pictures kept us informed on how Luna was doing. We will use her again.”
Sandra B.
“Sandra as a mother to 3 children and 2 fur babies herself. Whenever she sees pets out while out, her eyes light up and she loves seeking their attention. She has a kind soul which I believe that animals pick up on. I would trust her with any of my family’s pets.”
Makenzie S.
“Makenzie is amazing, Frankie loved her. She was really understanding when my mom wanted to come and check on Frankie. Already booking her for our next trip!”
Sarah R.Star Sitter
“Sarah was absolutely wonderful to work with! She was super flexible and was very attentive to our dog who has some separation anxiety and treated Indy as if she was her own. She was also very communicative and sent frequent photos and videos. Highly recommended and know we’ll be using her again in the future.”
Lauren S.
“Lauren was awesome! She demonstrated during our meet and greet that she had thoroughly read our bio, which made things much easier. She asked thoughtful questions to make sure she was prepared. She communicated throughout her stay and was flexible with start and end times. The dogs clearly took a real liking to her and enjoyed being with her. When we got home, our house was spotless and the dogs had been very well taken care of! I highly recommend Lauren!”
Yessenia H.
“Yessenia took excellent care of our two pups & our home! Her communication was great throughout our trip, and she provided a lot of pictures. We would love to have her sit for us again!”
Diana C.Star Sitter
“Diana is a sweet young lady. She has been pet sitting for us for almost 2 years. My husband and I work full time and our schedules can be unpredictable. However, Diana has always been willing to help out even last minute. She will send random pictures of him to brighten our day. She also keeps a log of walks if you would like one. She has introduced and walked her pups with our little guy and the three of them have done exceptionally well. That has been extremely helpful as we tend to stay away from kennels, but want our pup to be social.”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Swatara 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 725 house sitters in Swatara. 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, 89% of Swatara house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Swatara have an average of 15 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 Swatara.
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. Swatara 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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