House Sitting South Hams
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Over 19 pet owners in South Hams have booked house sitting
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“Kimberley has been 100% professional from the first point of contact. She arrived at the agreed time, greeted the dogs, who accepted her well, giving her a warm greeting in return. We went through the routine for the dogs and she asked about the important bits like where is the stopcock, electric mains, which gives confidence for your time away. She provided many updates and we could see the dogs were happy in her care. Would definitely book again, which we spoke about prior to her leaving.”
“Victoria was very attentive to Luna's needs and did a great job looking after her for the long weekend! Luna had some lovely walks and made some new friends...we loved having plenty of photographs and updates while we were away so we knew she was being well looked after. Highly recommended!”
“Siâni took great care of Daisy and kept me updated, very reliable and honestly couldn’t ask for more, Daisy was in such great mood when we arrived so clearly had a blast ❤️ definitely will book again 🩷”
“Mark did a fantastic job for us and Rusty. This was the first time we’d left Rusty with anyone outside of the family and so Mark made time to call round and get to know Rusty several times before we left. He did simple things like walk him round on the lead and have him hop in and out of the back of his car, so Rusty was comfortable with taking instruction from Mark. He discussed what we wanted in terms of general day to day care and activities, but in addition offered helpful advice and suggestions for furthering Rusty’s training and responsiveness? Rusty is a relatively young terrier, so still learning the ropes. Mark has years of experience with dogs and his advice and hands on approach has really helped us and the dog. Mark was also a great house sitter. We came back to a clean and tidy house and Mark was also kind enough to ensure there was milk in the fridge and a loaf of bread for breakfast. We wouldn’t hesitate to ask Mark to look after Rusty again and would happily recommend Mark to anyone looking for day care or help with dog training.”
“Florence was a wonderful dog sitter for our boy, Diesel. He is a reactive dog so requires quite a few instructions - she followed them brilliantly and was so patient with him. He was a very happy boy when we came home from holiday and had clearly had a lovely time with her. Thank you, Florence!”
About: I have had cats since a young age and have looked after friend’s cats for the past 5/6 years! I also have a dog called Bear so have a lot of knowledge about dogs! Currently am working part time at a local cafe and part time from home! So can mean I can look after your pets on my days off! I have weekend and evening flexibility I have a fenced garden and also a very friendly dog to keep your dogs company if that’s the service you’d like! I am reliability and trustworthy
“I honestly couldn’t recommend Lawrence enough. He looked after our home and our dogs so well and left everything exactly as we left it. The regular photos and updates were lovely to receive and meant I could completely relax knowing they were in safe hands. He also earned extra brownie points before he’d even got through the door! One of our dogs spotted an opportunity to make a run for it and Lawrence was so quick on his feet that he caught him before he disappeared. It definitely saved me a lot of stress! It’s so reassuring finding someone who is reliable, caring and clearly loves animals. We wouldn’t hesitate to book Lawrence again. Thank you so much!”
“Amy came to housesit Coco 🐶 for a few days. Was obvious Coco was well cared for during this time. Not only did Amy care well for Coco the house was cared for too. Good updates from Amy whilst away. Would highly recommend Amy.”
“We were going away for the weekend and didn’t want to put Cassi, our 16 month old GSD, into kennels. Molly provided the perfect solution so that Cassi remained at home. Molly is polite, friendly and obviously a dog lover. While we were away we had regular photo’s of Cassi living in surroundings that she is familiar with and being looked after - and played with ! We returned home to a relaxed, unstressed and happy dog - and as such, we would have no hesitation in calling upon Molly’s services again - or indeed recommending her.”
About: I have a Collie and a Goldendoodle. I also had three cats and a senior Goldendoodle with arthritis. I have missed being with animals too much so here I am. I have 18 years experience working with animals and owned and ran a doggy day care and dog walking business for 7 years before selling up to relocate here. I am very fortunate that working with animals is my profession. That allows me to be very flexible and I can accommodate most requests with enough notice. I have a safe enclosed garden and the village I live in has a dedicated dog exercise field. I also live within 10 minutes of gorgeous beaches and forest walks.
About: I’m based in Dartmouth but I work near Totnes and Newton Abbot, so I’m happy to provide my service anywhere local. I have three female cats who love to play and cuddle! In the past I had two other cats, a female and a male, and plenty of different dogs including a husky or a German Sheppard and ohh gosh that was an experience to learn about the differences in approach! I’d love to help you out so you can enjoy your time away and know your pets are cared for! I will also send you some cute photos to make sure you don’t miss them too much!
“Tim helped us out at the last minute when our regular dog/ house sitter became ill just before our holiday. He went out of his way to accommodate our short time scales and came some way to meet our elderly Cocker Spaniel and find out what was needed. Tim arrived punctually and sent messages when prompted and wasn’t intrusive. He left the house in good order and most importantly our lovely dog seemed well cared for. Tim described our old boy as ‘unique’ and as such needed some special care. We’re confident that Tim offered that and we would ask him again should the need arise.”
About: I am currently available for the Eater Holidays! I have looked after pets since I was a child, from having rabbits, cats and most recently bringing up my own dog since he was a puppy. Whilst working from home in the last 5 years I provided daily dog care for my sister's senior pug - ensuring she was always well looked after, snuggled and walked over my lunch break I have been the primary carer for my 5 year old high energy dog, raising him from a puppy, taking charge of his training to become a well rounded obedient dog who is well socialised and has a good array of tricks/commands As a child I looked after 3 family cats 2 from kittens, through to them being senior cats and crossing the rainbow bridge 2 of which were 19 years old. I have also rescued young kittens when I came across them in abandoned box, we were with the local shelter as fosterers until they found their forever home All around, I am a fit person excited to look after your furry family and make your life a bit easier. I am pretty flexible and currently have availability whenever fits around your life :) I am currently not working, having returned from an overseas trip with my husband, so am available to fit around your schedule. I have my own vehicle, with business insurance so would be available to come take your pets on an adventure. I am also a national trust member, so beach trips or heading to Saltram House are adventures I would be happy to have. I enjoy running, so if you have a high energy dog I would, after a time be open to bringing them on 3-5km runs with me - on lead only. At the moment I am not offering at home care, as I think it is important to establish myself out of the house, with trust before bringing dogs in to my own home. I would however be happy to do some light training with dogs, including socialisation with my own dog, Max or helping them learn to settle in busier environments, or just having a good old run around.
“Emma was wonderful during her recent sit for Tilly. Had a lovely meet and greet... , friendly and open. Communicated well throughout the stay and Tilly relaxed very quickly in her care and was very settled and comfortable when we arrived home.”
“Rebekaah looked after my two boys at short notice for us. She was so professional when first speaking to her and came over to meet my two dogs. On arrival you could tell straight away her love for animals and my two boys had a wonderful couple of days whilst we were away. Our house was clean and tidy on our return and both had obviously had a lovely time without us. I would have no hesitation using her again. Thank you!”
About: Hi, I’m Abby, I'm 22 years old and love dogs!! I had many dogs growing up and was in charge of looking after them, but unfortunately I can't have any pets now due to my lifestyle. I haven’t got any kids around so no need to worry if your dog isn’t great with children. I love going for walks with your furry friends - I live right next to a woodland area, which is perfect for going on walks. I am a full-time nurse, working 4 days/week, and my schedule does vary by the week, but the calendar will be updated regularly. I am a full-time nurse, so I spend 4 days/week working at the hospital, however when I am not on working, I am often available. I would love to spend my days off looking after your furry friends, walking them during the day and keeping them busy! I live in a home with a small enclosed garden. My home is right next to a large park/woodland area with many paths and routes to walk your dogs.
“As a first time for having someone other than family look after our dog Bailey, I was a little nervous/anxious about the whole thing. But from our first meeting to the end of the actual booking I have been so impressed by India, I honestly have nothing but praise and gratitude for her. Bailey absolutely loves her, India has a caring warmth about her which which radiates. We were away through the heat wave and India kept us fully updated, she even brought her own cooling mat to help Bailey whilst also conversing with us if there was anything we usually do to keep Bailey cool. We were sent photos and given updates and knew we could contact India if we had any cocerns. India left our home exactly how she found it and it was great to come home and not worry about cleaning or stripping beds as India had done it for the room she stayed in. We can not recommend India enough and would be more than happy to book her again if we manage to get away! Thank you India x”
About: Hi! My name is Robyn, I have grown up with dogs, our family collies had 8 puppies when I was 12, we cared for them and hand reared them in our home, I loved every minute of it. We still have Peanut, one of the pups to this day. I have cared for my collie every day of their life, I walk them, feed them and I'm aware of how to recognise if an animal is poorly. I am very loving and I can handle small and large dogs, they love me as much as I love them. I'm a little shy with humans but perfectly at ease with animals. You can trust that your pet will be safe, loved and happy! I’m available all week with plenty of time to give your dog the walks, care, and attention they need to stay happy and comfortable. Please enquire and if I am free I am more than happy to help. ⸻ I take my dog out twice a day for long walks and playtime, and I always start the morning by feeding them before our walk. If they get muddy, I make sure they have a bath, and then they have a good nap!
“Cannot recommend Rachael enough. She is an incredibly calm and responsive sitter. She was communicative prior/during the stay and put my mind at ease whilst sitting two hyper whippet puppies during a heatwave.”
The median cost per night for house sitting in South Hams is £34
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The average cost for House Sitting in South Hams on Rover is £48.3 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 372 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across South Hams. 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 South Hams 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 South Hams 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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