House Sitting Cardiff
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Over 555 pet owners in Cardiff have booked house sitting
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“We found Poppy to be so lovely, after our initial meet & greet we knew we made the right choice of sitter, to look after our nutty over exited staffy, Poppy was very easy to communicate with, we went through all doggie habits etc and would certainly choose Poppy again as our dog / house sitter. Thank you”
“Melissa was fantastic! The cats absolutely lived her and the regular updates gave us added reassurance everyone was enjoying their time together. Melissa is very reliable, was quick to spot an unexpected and unrelated domestic issue which she did her best to resolve for us - we are very grateful for her care and attention, will definitely be booking her again.”
“Francesca was fantastic. Toby felt really comfortable with her straight away. She engaged with toby, played with him and took him out when he needed, encouraged him to rest too. She was in time, and the house was left as we'd left it. Just fantastic, thank you”
“Katie was fantastic! Her first time looking after Iggy and she put me at ease with great communication throughout. She kept me reassured that he was happy, relaxed, and well looked after. Would definitely recommend and would happily book again. Thanks Katie.”
“Lisa continues to be my go-to for cat sitting. She gets on really well with both cats and is clearly a cat lover, investing the time in taking photos and fussing them. I'm completely relaxed when I go away because I know that both kitties are in safe hands!”
“Brad had great communication from the first time I messaged him, he came ahead of the booking to meet Lola and saw the booking through as requested. He was nice and considerate the whole time and Lola loved him. She is strong and pulls on walks but Brad managed her well. We can home to a happy pup and cared for home. Will 100% book Brad again.”
“Brianna was great with our nervous dog Ernie. She communicated really well and came to meet him before staying. Sent us doggy updates and left the house spotless. Will book again!”
“Knew we were in safe hands the moment we started chatting. Nairere was super professional and took great care of our two cats while we were abroad, sending us updates and pictures so we could have peace of mind. She left the house spotless as well. Highly recommended, we'll definitely be repeat customers!”
“Michael was amazing with Ruby. Nothing but great things to say, incredibly respectful, easy to communicate with. Kept us updated and even bought my beautiful girl a toy. I couldn’t reccomend Michael more. I will be 100% using him in future.”
“Ffion was attentive and asked great questions to make sure she was meeting Toby's needs. Sent pictures of a very relaxed dog and we came home to a very happy dog. It was also quite a last minute booking so we were grateful she took such care especially at short notice. Will definitely invite her to look after Toby again. Thank you Ffion”
About: I was lucky enough to have my gorgeous beagle, Alfie, by my side for nearly 15 years, and he really was my best friend. Having him gave me such a love for dogs and I genuinely miss having that four legged companion! I absolutely love spending time with dogs, whether that’s getting out for a good walk, having some company at home, or simply giving them plenty of fuss and attention. I’m not in a position to have another dog of my own at the moment, so dog walking and sitting feels like the perfect way for me to still enjoy having dogs in my life. I know how much trust it takes to leave your dog in someone else’s care, and I’d always treat them with the same love, care and attention I gave Alfie🐶 I currently have a very flexible schedule, which gives me plenty of time throughout the week to care for your pups! I’m available for walks, drop ins and pet sitting, and can be flexible around you and your dog’s usual routine. I have a secure, fenced garden at home, but I’m very happy to care for pets in their own home where they are familiar with their surroundings and routine. I’ll always follow the owner’s instructions carefully and make sure their pet feels safe, settled and well cared for.
“Rhosyn was brilliant with Toby. He was quite sleepy in the heat so chilled out together and also some play too. Rhosyn sent pictures and videos which was great, and shared updates about how Toby was doing which helped too. She made sure he had water and food and treats as needed. We have already booked again, thanks you!”
“Ashley took the time and trouble to make a prior visit. He arrived in very good time and both dogs were clearly happy with him as they settled down immediately after we’d returned. Many thanks Ashley. I will happily book you again.”
“Alicia was absolutely fantastic with my dog, Skye, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her. Skye is quite anxious and reactive around new people, so I was a little nervous, but Alicia took the time to do a meet and greet beforehand and really invested time in getting to know her. She even brought a ball with her, gave Skye lots of treats and fuss, and made her feel completely at ease. I was so impressed by how relaxed Skye was with Alicia – that’s not something she does with many people, so it really speaks volumes about how kind, patient and understanding Alicia is. Alicia arrived on time, kept me updated, and looked after both Skye and my home with great care and respect. It gave me real peace of mind knowing Skye was in such capable hands. I wouldn’t hesitate to book Alicia again and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, reliable and trustworthy sitter.”
“Adam took great care of both our dogs and the house for the 4 days we were away. The house was spotless and the dogs were disappointed to see us home and Adam leaving. A great sitter and will use again.”
About: I’ve always loved pets and wanted one since I was a child. Always gravitated towards pets when at parties and always stop to pet a dog or cat if I’m able to. I am a student who is only in two days a week and usually free in the day time. Usually free on the weekends, I’ve been wanting to be around more animals since I moved to Cardiff for Uni. I am very adaptable in terms of energy, if your pet is more quiet and calm, I can be quiet and calm. If your pet is more hyper, I can play with them and work off that energy.
“Priya was absolutely fabulous with our little fur baby. She absolutely adores dogs and it shows. Felt totally at ease with her staying in our home and she left it cleaner than we did 😂 Would have her back again in a heartbeat.”
About: I’ve always loved having a dog of my own and have been caring for and teaching my pets tricks since I was young. Now that I’m living in Cardiff while my pets are at home, I’d love to give that same love and attention to other people’s pets. I’m caring, patient and responsible, and I’ll make sure your pet gets plenty of attention, playtime and cuddles while you’re away. I’ll treat your pet as if they were my own and keep you updated so you can have peace of mind. Im currently a graduate free-lance singer. I am free to take regular breaks during practicing to go in nature. A pet would have a safe time with me going to the park and enjoying some sun. I live in an apartment in the centre of Cardiff, 5 minutes from Bute Park and Alexandra Gardens with a wide open space and would provide care and love to all animals.
The median cost per night for house sitting in Cardiff is £35
Pet owners share their Rover experiences - Cardiff
Ffion was attentive and asked great questions to make sure she was meeting Toby's needs. Sent pictures of a very relaxed dog and we came home to a very happy dog. It was also quite a last minute booking so we were grateful she took such care especially at short notice. Will definitely invite her to look after Toby again. Thank you Ffion
Rhiannon is a brilliant cat sitter! Rhiannon house sat for a week and took very good care of Skadi. We enjoyed the regular updates and photos and Skadi seemed very relaxed with Rhiannon despite her separation anxiety. Rhiannon left our house clean and tidy, and even cleaned Skadi's litter tray and bin to save us doing it when we returned. I highly recommend Rhiannon as a cat-sitter and wouldn't hesitate to book her again :-)
Lisa has looked after our dog several times and is clearly a huge animal-lover as well as being a warm and lovely person. Arlo is always very happy to see her and she looks after him very well. Cuddles are freely dispensed! We are happy to give her the highest recommendation.
Nairere is terrific and Wicket has loved it every time she comes to stay! All the care, all the attention and very good communication and updates multiple times a day on every part of her care. That, and Nairere is just a really fun person too, so easy to get on with. We really can’t speak highly enough! Thank you Nairere!
Thanks Jake for looking after Betsi again! This was the longest we've left her for so I was a little anxious, but I needn't have been a she was fine. She obviously feels comfortable witty him. Jake was also very understanding when there were unexpected road closures in the main route out of Bristol resulting in a delay of an hour returning, so we were really grateful for that. Thanks again Jake and we'd highly recommend!
What a great job. He went above and way beyond for my pet He lived very far from our house and would have been very far to travel to and from his daily work so he decided to take time off work to be with my dog. My dog was a handful I'm sure as he is a big boy puppy. He sent in video footage 2x daily of the walks he did and sent alot of pictures too. Very patient, caring and loving of my dog. Always thinking of the dogs best interests Highly recommended. We will never use kennels again
Melissa was fantastic! She took the time to meet Poe first, and during her visit sent regular updates. She was polite, left the house as you'd expect and most importantly Poe loved having her here and it was like we never left when we came back. Would highly recommend!
Maddie has been absolutely fantastic looking after my two cats over the last couple of days. As they have only been with me for three weeks since being adopted from Cats Protection, I was naturally a little anxious about leaving them so soon. Maddie went above and beyond, making sure they were well fed, spent time playing with them, keeping them company, and even taking care of cleaning out their litter tray. It was clear that she genuinely cared about their wellbeing and helped them feel comfortable and settled while I was away. I came home to two happy, relaxed cats, which gave me great peace of mind. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Maddie to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and trustworthy pet sitter. Thank you so much, Maddie!
Frankie was absolutely brilliant looking after my dog over the weekend. She was very good with Danny and incredibly patient with him. She took the time to learn his routine and commands, which meant he was able to keep up with his training while I was away. I really appreciated all the updates and photos, as it gave me complete peace of mind knowing how he was getting on. I genuinely felt that he was in very good hands with Frankie and would definitely recommend her.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for House Sitting in Cardiff on Rover is £34.5 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 1,975 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Cardiff. Enter your postcode 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:
- Post & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Rubbish & recycling: Taking bins out on scheduled rubbish collection days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best time to agree on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a 'home cheat sheet' that includes your preferred Cardiff walking routes, the location of your favourite pet shop, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes dedicated customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement programme 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 must pass an identity verification before they can list their services. An identity verification confirms that the sitter is who they say they are based on their documents.
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 our Trust & Safety page .
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 Cardiff choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a key safe or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies 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 request a Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
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 vet. 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 authorisation form for your regular vet. An authorisation 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.
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