House Sitting Harlow
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About: I’ve spent many years caring for my grandparents’ dogs and have always enjoyed being around dogs of all sizes and personalities. Through regular walks, feeding, playtime and looking after them while family were away, I’ve learned how important it is to keep pets happy, comfortable and following their normal routine. I understand that every dog is different, so I’ll always take the time to get to know their personality, energy levels and any specific needs they have. Whether your dog enjoys long walks, plenty of play or simply relaxing with company, I’ll make sure they receive the care and attention they deserve. I’ll also keep you updated with regular photos and messages, so you can relax knowing your dog is safe, happy and well looked after. I offer flexible pet care around my work schedule and keep my availability on Rover fully up to date. I regularly provide dog walks and drop-in visits throughout the week, with occasional house sitting when my schedule allows. When I accept a booking, I’ll always ensure I have the time to give your pet the attention, exercise and companionship they deserve. I’ll also keep you updated with messages and photos so you know exactly how they’re getting on. Your pet’s safety, comfort and routine are my top priorities. During walks, I’ll always keep dogs on a lead unless you’ve specifically requested otherwise and it’s safe to do so. For drop-in visits and house sitting, I’ll carefully follow your feeding schedule, medication instructions, walking routine and any house rules you’ve provided. I understand that every pet is different, so I’ll take the time to get to know their personality and make sure they feel comfortable and secure while you’re away. I’ll treat both your home and your pet with the same care and respect that I would expect for my own.

“Olivia was absolutely incredible as a dog sitter—we couldn’t have asked for anyone better. From the moment we left, we felt completely at ease knowing Tana was in such safe and caring hands. Olivia didn’t just look after our dog, she genuinely cared for her, making sure she was happy, comfortable, and sticking to her usual routine. She also treated our home with the utmost respect, leaving everything spotless and exactly as we left it. It’s rare to find someone who looks after both your pet and your home to such a high standard. What really stood out was how amazing Olivia was at keeping us updated. We received regular messages, photos, and little updates about how Tana was doing, which made such a difference while we were away. It was so reassuring to see how relaxed and happy Tana was. We honestly couldn’t recommend Olivia highly enough—she went above and beyond in every way. We’ll definitely be asking her again in the future!”


“Water was an absolute treasure! My dogs were so well cared for. Eszter sent us lots of updates and videos of my girls enjoying themselves and having fun. They were well fed and walked and the house was left tidy. I would recommend Eszter without hesitation 💝”

About: I have had dogs in my family since the age of 13. We had a Briard, Teddy for many years who was an huge dog and was loved very much! My partner has also had dogs in his family since the age of 10 and his family currently have an adorable Shei Tzu called Cookie. We are both active people who go on a walk at least once a day so we would love to assist in taking pressure off of you to walk your dog. We also have already been helping to dog sit for our friends and family when they go on holiday. Your pet will be staying with myself and my boyfriend Charlie. We stay in most weekends (will just need notice). We both work from home in the week and one of us are always home every day of the week. As mentioned we are both active people and walk everyday so would fit in with our schedules. We have a fenced garden which can be used. We have lots of downstairs space with a living room, dining room and kitchen. We can use a crate if needed.
About: I am very lucky to have grown up with dog’s for the majority of my life. I have my own dog he is a 3 year old Maltipoo called Gatsby I also have 5 family dogs who I live/and regularly look after with 2 being Gatsby’s siblings! They are Cockapoo’s, Maltipoo’s and a Westie. I am experienced with cats, kittens, puppies, teens, adults & elderly dog’s and am able to cater to their needs. I work remotely 3 days a week and I have the weekend’s off. All 5 days I can offer house sitting, dog walks, and check in’s. I will be able to cater to your dog’s needs, I will stay on top of there training and dietary needs at your request. They will receive all my attention and love.
“I always feel comfortable leaving Bounty and Pixie with Molly! Bounty is ALWAYS pleased to see Molly and I would always recommend her to friends and family! Although I don’t want to so I can keep her to myself 🤣”

“Sophie was just great with my little Shelby! Shelby fell in love with her, getting loads of cuddles and lovely walks. Sophie sent me loads of photos, videos and updates to let me know how Shelby was doing. Would absolutely recommend Sophie and will definitely use her again!”


“Ethea was great in taking care of our two dogs. We have a new puppy that requires lots of attention and Ethea gave him just that. Ethea sent photos of our happy pups and was very communicative throughout that day. We will definitely book again!”

“Tia was wonderful with our cocker spaniels Alfie and Archie. She came to our house a couple of times before hand and we went on several walks together so she could get to know them both. Our eldest dog gets anxious with any change, but he was absolutely fine, both dogs loved Tia. We received fantastic photo's and updates on how things were going which was very reassuring as we had never left our dogs before. Tia is reliable and professional and we wouldn't hesitate in recommending her, a true animal lover. Will definitely be booking again.”


“This was the first time we had left Teddy with a sitter, so we were only out for a few hours. However, at the meet and greet Abigail was very professional in reassuring us. She was punctual, and Teddy was very relaxed when we returned, so we are very pleased with the service she provided and would book her again. Thank you Abigail.”

“Katie was excellent sitter to my two lively cocker spaniels, who seem bored now! !🤔 as they were taken out for long walks and completely spoiled, will definitely use Katie again if she is up for it 🐕🦺🐾🐕🦺🐾”

About: I have grown up with dogs around me, from Spaniels, Cockapoo's and Staffies and always love having a dog around for company. I have looked after many families and friends' dogs over the last few years, and would love to make it a more regular thing. You can trust that I will take the very best care of your dog day and night, and happy to share heaps of pictures and videos throughout the day, so you can relax knowing they are having a great time. I am a working professional currently working in the office maximum. 3 days per week, one of which is usually a Monday. I am also generally home on the weekends, so can be fully flexible to dog walk or sit. I live in a large two bedroom first floor apartment, in a gated complex with gardens and whilst I may not have private outdoor space, I am an active person with a goal to achieve 10,000 steps each day. Whether that is setting me up for the day with a coffee walk, a lunchtime walk to take a break from my desk or an evening walk to unwind... I like to get outdoors and in the fresh air as much as your dog does! Living in Sawbridgeworth, I am spoilt for choice with walks around Pishiobury Park, nearby fields or a stroll along the river, so your dog will not be far from a good run and play on the grass. I live in a secure apartment, with several of my neighbours having dogs so it is a dog friendly building. When I work from home your dog won't ever be left for an extended period and if I have plans, I will be sure to check in advance that you are comfortable for a couple of hours. I prefer to take only one dog at a time, unless they are from the same family, and happy for your dog to roam freely in the apartment so they feel comfortable.
“Jordan stayed overnight to look after our dogs whilst we were away, straight from the meet and greet the dogs took to him and we had no worries about him. He was really easy going and great to communicate with in the lead up to his stay. Sent us a lovely update during the evening, just to let us know how things were going. On our return the dogs seemed happy and relaxed in his company. I would highly recommend Jordan to anyone and would definitely look to him again if we need someone to look after our dogs. Thanks Jordan ?”

“Amy was fantastic - she came to see Finn before the booking and he was instantly made to feel special and a quick bond was creating. I had regular updates and photos throughout the booming so I knew Finn was being well looked after. I will definitely book Amy again.”

About: Hi I’m Olivia! I’ve looked after others pets for at least 10 years now, family, friends and neighbours have always trusted me to give their pets what they need - I now how several repeat clients who’s pets I’ve bonded with and love looking after! I’d love to look after your pet whilst you are away, I am very active so I can provide any type of walk for them to keep them enriched and exercised. I’ll make sure they are spoiled with lots of cuddles and playtime! Requested information about your pet: It’s important to me that I understand your pet’s needs, everything from their routines to their favourite treats. Please let me know anything that will help me keep your pets safe, entertained, and loved whilst you are away! I am available for housesits and dog walking. I work from home Monday Tuesday and Fridays so on those days I have plenty of time to see to your pets needs!! Wednesday and Thursday are my London office days so I will be out all day - but If your pet is happy on their own during the day then I will feed/toilet/walk them in the morning, and when I come home in the evening I can spend some time with them and play to keep them happy. I offer a house sitting service to come and look after your pets in your home. I will follow any safety/training plans in place to maintain routine and keep a safe environment for them.
About: I have looked after family and friends pets, and I have experience with dogs who have medical needs, and I have looked after multiple type of dog breeds and sizes. I am currently not working so of course I have enough time to give you fur baby the time and attention it needs and wants I can care for many different types of breeds and sizes, I also have had fur baby’s in the past and don’t mind any breed.
About: Hi! My name is Cristina and i am a huge pet lover 😍I've owned a German shepherd of which I used to mainly care for. My family and friends always ask me to look after their dogs and cats I love going for a walk daily and playing lots! I've been off for a couple of years while I had my kids but I am back now! I have a son 1 years old and a little girl who is 4. I work part time so I do have some time to care for lovely pets. I have a fenced large garden and your pet can be created if they prefer! ( Provided by owner). I also have a baby gate to the upstairs. Pets can freely roam downstairs and outside
The median cost per night for house sitting in Harlow is £35
Pet owners share their Rover experiences - Harlow
I used Mark to sit by dog Billy for a week. Mark did a fabulous job looking after Billy. Mark sent me regular videos & pictures an updated me about what Billy had been like & where he had taken Billy pictures showed me Billy was having the time of his life with Mark. Mark went above & beyond my expectations. Will definitely highly recommend Mark he even Strippen the bed & washed them as well as the towels I had left him. I could see he has also vacuumed for me which was a great help. Will definitely be using Mark again. Can’t Prause him enough. Thank you Mark.

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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for House Sitting in Harlow on Rover is £40.25 per night (as of July 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 July 2026, there are 15,130 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Harlow. 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 Harlow 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 Harlow 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:
- 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 87% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 98% 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.



