House Sitting Guildford
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“Anne was a fantastic dog sitter. She looked after our little corgi so well and stayed at our place while we were away. We came home to a happy pup and a well-looked-after house. We would absolutely recommend Anne as a pup sitter”
“This was the very first time that we were leaving Cookie for a whole week and he is only 6 months old so we were not sure how he would react. Anne-Lise and Mike were absolutely amazing and very gentle with our little Cookie and he started trusting them and getting comfortable with them in return very quickly, which was an absolute relief. They shared with us videos, photos and messages every single day and made sure Cookie is happy and his usual self, despite us not being there. They clearly made effort and spent time playing with him on a daily basis as well as keeping us updated with his daily routine.”
“Daisy looked after Leo for the first time and we will 100% ask her again, Leo loves her! She’s friendly, reliable and great with dogs. Leo can be a bit over excitable at first but this didn’t phase Daisy at all. She has a lovely, calming nature. Highly recommend!”
“Keshan is a fantastic dog-sitter. My mini dachshund Jensen warmed up to her right away. She was careful to read our care instructions and asked questions to make sure she understood everything. She even offered to stay late when I got delayed in returning home late on a Saturday night. Thanks, Keshan! I would definitely recommend her and arrange for her to look after Jensen again.”
“Fiona was wonderful! Really quick to respond and help us out with a couple of last minute dog sitting requests. Fiona was super calm and confident with our lively pup Leila, which made her very relaxed. She even fell asleep on her lap. I came home to a happy dog and was given regular updates and photos throughout the day. Will definitely be rebooking again!”
“I have no hesitation in recommending Rafaelle to look after your dog. She came to my rescue and took my two year old Labrador out for walks during the day and sent me updates via photos and messages. She was really flexible on drop off and pick up times too! Thank you again!”
“Harriet was friendly polite,asked all the right questions about our dogs,was punctual, gave us regular updates,gave the dogs a lovely long walk and was very flexible .Will definitely be asking Harriet for support again two happy dogs,and very happy owners thank you Harriet”
“Charlie did a fantastic job looking after our Labrador for the week! Safe to say they became best of friends pretty much straight away! Charlie was really diligent with following instructions, offered regular updates and left the house immaculate. We wouldn’t hesitate to invite Charlie back!”
“Fay was brilliant with my pup George, he's clearly had a brilliant day! Fay kept me up to date with a photo and video which was lovely! Would definitely recommend. Also it was a very last minute request so I really appreciate Fay stepping in! Thank you!”
“Anna was wonderful! Very communicative, asked lots of questions, was very respectful! She clearly loved our big old labradors. Walked them, and cleaned up after them, gave them lots of love. Im pretty sure they like her more than us! We will be booking her again.”
“Mary did a great dog house sitting my dog for 5 days. The house was left cleaner than I left it and my dog was super happy :) I received regular updates which I really appreciated whilst I was away. Highly recommend Mary.”
“Lady Liquorice who is quite a shy Cavapoo, adored Alicya at first sight. Alycia shared pictures of all the fun things they got up to, giving me comfort that my baby was happy while I was on holiday. Being a Vet student I also knew she could handle any unexpected situation. She was also a very considerate house sitter. I highly recommend Alycia.”
“We were so grateful for Bonnie’s excellent care of our rough collie during an extended trip away. We so appreciated the updates and pictures she sent regularly! As well she took excellent care of our home. Truly a blessing to have found her and would highly recommend!”
About: I’m Pet First Aid trained and have been around animals my whole life. I’ve raised both cats and dogs since childhood, and for the past three years, my wife and I have been raising our chocolate Labrador, Bella. I know firsthand how important it is to find someone who will care for your dog as if they were their own. Your dog’s safety, wellbeing and happiness are my top priorities. I’m calm, patient and empathetic with all animals, and I understand how to adapt to their moods, needs and energy levels. Whether your dog is excitable, anxious or in training, I’ll tailor my approach to suit them. I’m also happy to continue any training routines you have in place. I pay attention to the small but important things like the weather, how much rest your dog has had, and whether they’re feeling bored, energetic or unsure. I adjust how I interact with them to make sure they feel safe and supported. If any issues arise, I stay calm and make sensible decisions with your dog’s best interests at heart. Whether you’re at work or out enjoying your day, you can relax knowing your dog is in safe, caring and capable hands. I’ve recently finished my recent job contract (Head of Recruitment) and am taking time out to focus on what I really love, being around animals. If I’m sitting for or visiting your pet, they will have my full focus, I won’t be working or leaving them unattended. I’m not looking to do this to make money, but to keep myself and my brain active and spend as much time as possible with the best creatures on earth. If visiting in your home, I would treat it with the utmost respect. Fully able to play with your dog in the garden if you have one and if not, provide mental stimulation and happy to take them on a long or short walk as needed. If I’m feeding a dog I will make sure they have had the right break before and after exercise to lower the risk of bloat. They’ll always have fresh water topped up and will be in the right temperature to be safe and comfortable.
“Hermione was a fantastic house sitter. We have a very active full on boy and an old girl who just needs lots of love, (and a little medical attention). Hermione managed them both very well and sent us great, very much appreciated and sometime hilarious, updates every evening. Highly recommend and a very easy house guest.”
“We couldn’t recommend Annabel enough! She looked after Ralph for us over a weekend in August in our home and was brilliant from start to finish. Ralph can be a little nervous around new people, so Annabel was more than happy to arrange a few short visits beforehand to help him get comfortable with her. He took to her straight away, which immediately put our minds at ease. Throughout the weekend, Annabel kept us updated so we knew Ralph was happy and well looked after, and we came home to an absolutely spotless house. We would definitely recommend Annabel to anyone looking for a reliable and caring dog sitter, and we wouldn’t hesitate to use Annabel again!”
About: I’ve had dogs for as long as I can remember and caring for them has always been a big part of my life. I’ve also looked after dogs for several of my clients while they were away, including feeding, walking, playtime and keeping them company. I currently have a young Labrador, so I’m very familiar with the energy, patience and attention puppies need! I’m caring, responsible and will always treat your pet as if they were my own. I work in the mornings, which gives me plenty of availability in the afternoons and evenings for walks, drop-in visits and pet sitting. I can also be flexible on certain days and weekends depending on your pet’s needs. Your pet’s safety and comfort will always be my priority. I will carefully follow their usual routine and your instructions, including feeding, walks, medication if required, playtime and rest. I’m respectful of your home and will always keep you updated with messages and photos, so you can feel reassured while you’re away.
About: I have been a dog owner for 7 years and truly understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your pet. I recently lost my own dog, so I really miss having that companionship and would love to give that same care, attention and love to other dogs, especially on weekends and during school holidays. I live in a calm, cool temperature, comfortable flat in St John’s with access to a large nearby field, perfect for walks and playtime. I am reliable, patient, and will treat every dog as if they were my own, making sure they feel safe, happy and well cared for while you’re away. I work full time during the week, so I’m mainly available for pet care on weekends (I can do Friday night house sitting after 5pm). This means I can give your dog my full attention, whether that’s for walks, playtime or overnight stays. I’m also available during school holidays and half terms, so I can offer more flexible care during those times. When I’m with your pet, they will have plenty of attention, exercise and company. Your dog will be cared for in a calm, safe and comfortable flat that’s kept at a cool, pleasant temperature. I live close to a large field, which is perfect for regular walks and giving dogs space to run and explore. Your baby will also have a place outside my flat where they can have regular toilet breaks, supervised by myself. Having owned and cared for my own dog for 7 years, I understand how important it is to treat every pet with patience, kindness and attention, just as I would my own.
“I highly recommend Jacqui as a dog sitter! She took care of my dog while I was out of town and I couldn't have been happier with her service. She stayed in my house and made sure my dogs were well taken care and house was clean when I returned. She is very reliable and communicative. I felt completely at ease knowing that my dog was in such good hands. Thank you Jacqui for taking such great care of my dogs!”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Guildford is £35
Pet owners share their Rover experiences - Guildford
Daisy looked after Leo for the first time and we will 100% ask her again, Leo loves her! She’s friendly, reliable and great with dogs. Leo can be a bit over excitable at first but this didn’t phase Daisy at all. She has a lovely, calming nature. Highly recommend!
Having met Estheffany previously for a meet and greet we felt confident that she would take good care of our two Labradors. We booked her to dog-sit while we were out for the day. She was very accommodating and kindly agreed to stay a little later than originally agreed when our plans changed slightly. We received lovely messages, photos and videos throughout the day which showed two very happy, settled dogs. Estheffany is a very warm, friendly person who is very easy to communicate with. She responded to messages very quickly and was happy to follow all of our instructions. We feel completely at ease leaving our dogs in her care and would most definitely recommend her!
Andea was absolutely fantastic when she came to look after our westie Bonnie this weekend. Communication was great and she kept in touch with texts and photos showing Bonnie having lots of walks and cuddles. We found our house just as we had left it with bedding washed and dried and a very happy little dog. I can’t recommend Andrea enough and would definitely book her again
Anastasia was absolutely brilliant looking after Bobby! She kept me updated while I was away and sent lovely photos, which was really reassuring and made me feel confident that he was being well looked after. When I got home, Bobby was so relaxed and completely at ease, which really showed me that he’d been happy and comfortable in her care. I’m really grateful to Anastasia for taking such good care of him and would have no hesitation in booking her again. I’ll definitely be using her again next time!
Keshan is a fantastic dog-sitter. My mini dachshund Jensen warmed up to her right away. She was careful to read our care instructions and asked questions to make sure she understood everything. She even offered to stay late when I got delayed in returning home late on a Saturday night. Thanks, Keshan! I would definitely recommend her and arrange for her to look after Jensen again.
We had a great experience with Fiona. This is our first ever dog and our first time having someone outside the family looking after our 11 week old puppy, so we were a little nervous however Fiona totally put our minds at ease. We had a meet and greet beforehand which was great, asked lots of questions about our puppy's routine to ensure she matched what we usually do and on the day she kept us in the loop as to when she arrived, along with photos and updates throughout the day which were lovely to receive. Thanks so much ☺️
Thank you so much Rafaelle for taking such good care of our elderly dog Celery. Celery is blind and can need a little extra care and Raf was just brilliant at being understanding and taking everything in her stride. Nothing was ever a worry and we came home to a very happy dog! Thanks again Rafaelle!
Sarah was fantastic and took great care of both Milo and our home. She obviously cared deeply for Milo, and sent us lots of lovely updates - and we came back to a house which I'm sure was cleaner than when we left it! We'd highly recommend Sarah to anyone looking for someone to house/dog sit, and we'll definitely be in touch the next time we're away!
It was wonderful to have Lucy taking care of Ziggy and our house. We left our house clean and very tidy, and when we returned , we found it in exactly the same condition. Lucy is a wonderful young lady, and we feel completely confident leaving Ziggy and our home in her care. We would definitely ask her to look after Ziggy again. We highly recommend her.
Katie looked after our dogs, Bowie and Luna, for the day, and we couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. From the moment we met her, she was warm, friendly, and clearly loves dogs. She took wonderful care of Bowie and Luna, keeping us updated throughout the day with messages and photos, which gave us complete peace of mind. When we came home, they were happy, relaxed, and clearly had a fantastic time. Katie was perfect in every way—kind, reliable, professional, and genuinely caring. It’s such a relief to know we’ve found someone we can trust completely with our dogs. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional dog sitter, and we’ll definitely be booking with her again. Thank you so much, Katie!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for House Sitting in Guildford on Rover is £40.67 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 13,518 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Guildford. 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 Guildford 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 Guildford 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. On Rover:
- 88% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 88% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 97% 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.
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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