House Sitting in Darlington
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Top-rated Darlington house sitters
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 15%.
“Rebecca was an amazing dog sitter looked after my girls they are still pups and are hyper and very energetic which was understood and they loved being looked after, Rebecca is lovely and reliable . Deffo would recommend”


About: My family have had dogs for my entire life, we currently have 6 dogs and a horse. I have already been involved with dog walking locally and want to expand. I am trying to build my dog walking family and currently I’m free to help all week days, 9am -6pm (Winter hours). Summer hours longer. Happy to travel to your property to either walk or stay with your pets. I am fully insured and have a lot of animal experience.
“Iryna was fantastic, was a lifesaver as we had been let down 1 day before we went on holiday. Always updating with messages, videos and pictures and was amazing with our dog Molly. Thank you Iryna, would highly recommend.”
About: I have over 5 years experience looking after my family dogs, Hugo and Finn, as well as looking after family friend’s dogs, cats and bunnies when they are on holiday. I absolutely adore caring for pets and would love to share my passion with you I work from home flexibly so I am available most days to care for your pets and to walk them / take them outdoors whenever they need. I live in a house with a gated garden and security is a priority for me. I am patient and caring with all furry friends, no matter their personality.
About: I've had dogs all my adult life a border collie till he was 18yrs old a jack Russell who was also 18yrs old. I have a jack/chowawa and I look after family and friends pets and they are happy to leave their pets with me and suggested I did it professionally as I love animals and can give them the home from home vibe.plenty of walks fresh water and cuddles .. I work for 3hours cleaning on a morning from 6am till 9am do not work Wednesdays or weekends my dog goes most places with me. I have a totally enclosed back garden and my living room door leads straight into it. I have my own extremely friendly loving jack/chowawa which gets on with other dogs. My dog is wormed/flea treated..and used to family pets and friends pet staying and he likes the presence of other friendly dogs.
“Fabulous service, both Frankie and Merlin have been extremely well looked after with lots of walks and we’re clearly settled while we were away. Jane sent some photos while we were away and both looked really chilled. The house was absolutely immaculate upon return, we will definitely use Jane and Lee again!”


About: Hi, I'm a huge animal lover offering pet-sitting services! Ive grown up around dogs since I was a baby and I've got experience looking after family dogs (including puppies!) for up to a week. I've also cared for neighbors' cats and even friends' horses. Since I can't have my own pets in my flat, I'd love to help care for yours. I’m reliable, responsible, and will treat your furry, scaly, or feathery friends like my own. I'm currently a student working part-time, so I have plenty of time to dedicate to your pets on my days off. I'm available any day of the week apart from Friday and my university schedule is 9-12 on Wednesdays. Unfortunately, I can't look after your pets in my own flat as the landlord doesn't allow pets. However, I'm more than happy to travel to you and look after your pets in their own homes.
“As soon as we met Lee we felt very comfortable with him. Our two dogs were content and knew from what he told us he worked out their little traits. Pour dogs were happy with him and we will definitely use again. House was just as we left it (if not better). Thank you xxx”

“Kelly stayed overnight while we attended my daughter’s wedding, I was really scared letting a stranger stay overnight but after meeting her ,Kelly was lovely and we had no hesitation letting her stay in our home overnight to look after my fur babies. She kept us updated how to dogs were and it put me at ease, When we arrived home our dogs where happy and content like they had fun while we were away. I would recommend kelly to anyone and would definitely use her again.”

About: I have been around pets my entire life and have had my own pets, dogs, cats and hamsters. I enjoy spending time with animals and looking after them. I have recently relocated to Darlington, my husband is retiring from the Army after a full career and I am looking to look after pets full time. I have a fenced garden as we have our own dog, Bailey, a 3 years old Labrador. He is friendly and is welll socialised with other dogs. I would be taking the dogs out on walks as that is my routine with our own dog. I will only have one other families dogs up to a maximum of 2 dogs at any time.
About: I have a 7 year old miniature labradoodle, so am well equipped with meeting the daily needs of a dog. Equally, I have experience as a dog walker in boarding kennels, working with a range of dog breeds. I have looked after a range of family members dogs, so recognise that each dog has a unique personality and specific needs and routines to cater to :) I am a first year uni student at York University, so pet care will primarily be available on weekends where I can come away from my studies. Equally, I can offer services around term time, such as Easter, Summer and Christmas! I understand the importance of creating a comfortable space for your pet in their natural environment, so will not stray from any instructions I have been given in order to achieve this!
“Abbie has been brilliant with Rex - he really took a shine to her and enjoyed his time hanging out! Abbie is really friendly and great with dogs - I would definitely recommend if you need your furry friend looking after.”

About: My family have had pets as little additions to the family since I was born, I don't remember any time when we didn't have pets in our house. I have fed them, walked them, bathed them and loved them unconditionally. Pets really are an addition to the family, they should be loved and treat like one! I am permanently working from home so your pet will never be left waiting. I will have to double check with when I would be able to pick up your little babies. I will ensure that any dogs off lead are in an enclosed area, that any treats offered from strangers whilst on a walk are "accepted" then immediately thrown away.
About: As a dedicated pet parent to both a dog and a cat, I understand the love and care our furry friends need. With years of hands-on experience, I can provide attentive, reliable pet sitting tailored to your pet’s unique needs, whether it’s playtime, cuddles, or extra patience for senior pets. I treat every pet like my own, ensuring they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away! Pet care naturally fits into my daily routine because im already used to feeding, walking, playing with, and caring for my own pets. Having a cat and a dog means i understand different needs, like daily walks for dogs and litter box maintenance for cats. When pet sitting i will make sure i stick to their routine, keep the home nice and tidy and clean up any accidents if needed. I am also willing to do any little jobs as instructed like watering plants etc. I will spend quality time playing with the pet. Before leaving i will ensure all doors that need to be closed are closed and that the pet is safe in the home.
Over 45 pet owners in Darlington have booked house sitting
Darlington pet owners share their Rover experiences
Good communication before our sit & also a pre-meet. Hannah arrived on time & showed great flexibility when I was delayed getting home. My dogs can be a bit slow to warm to new people they were obviously happy in Hannahs company & they were well cared for. I got daily updates & photos which were much appreciated. My house was looked after, clean & tidy on my return. Would recommend Hannah for house sits & will book her again. Thank you Hannah

Scarlett is fantastic. She was communicative, on time, prepared for the dogs and her stay, even bringing her own poop bags just in case! She was on time, and completely followed our instructions to a tee - Socks & Parker loved her! I only hope she comes back from Uni more often to have them again - thank you Scarlett you’ve been a lifesaver this week!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Darlington is £30
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Sitters in Darlington average 3 repeat pet owners for house sitting
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 Darlington on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about £30 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customise your booking to suit your needs.
As of Jun 2026, there are 241 house sitters in Darlington. 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 an identity verification for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to get in touch with multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 77% of Darlington house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters with repeat pet owners have an average of 3 repeat pet owners. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience and number of repeat pet owners when you compare house sitters in Darlington.
Going away? 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. Darlington house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet owners on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass an identity verification before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter via 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, you can rest assured that your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement programme for eligible veterinary care.


