House Sitting Symondsbury

“Tianna was wonderful! Came back home to a very calm and relaxed dog. I really appreciate Tianna took the time to come and meet me and Ottie all very last minute, and I was so reassured hearing all about her animals and all those she’s looking after! ⭐”

Bea R.

About: I have 10 years experience caring for dogs, including my own dogs, and dogs of family members and friends. I have my own dog, Larry, who I absolutely adore. He will stay with my husband whilst I dog sit in other homes. I work full time as a speech therapist, however, much of my work is done from home. Aside from dog sitting, I am available for evenings for dog sitting and walking. My husband Will works from our home, and also has a rover account. He is available to take bookings during week days and also weekends. We have a secure fenced back garden for rest breaks. We are very lucky to live near many open fields for long dog walks, but can also accommodate for older or less mobile dogs.

“Absolutely fantastic cat sitter. She kept us updated throughout our entire holiday with photos and messages, which really put our minds at ease. We came home to two happy cats and a spotless house. Reliable, caring and professional — I’d highly recommend her to anyone.”

Tracey C.

About: I have cared for animals my whole life, working on a farm for 6 years. Carry an animal management level 3 diploma & own personal insurance. Owned my own buisness Kosha a pet sitting company since October 2025 and wish to grow further in my pet sitting career I work full time within pet sitting - time off will be notified or dates privately booked up will be available on my calendar. Weekends (Friday to Mondays) House sits available along side all other care, Weekdays (Tuesday to Thursday) Walks and welfare visits before and after 8am to 2pm, Overnight stays available however not Day sits on these days. I DO NOT DO DAY CARE WITHIN MY PERSONAL HOME. Due to having my own pets within my family home, I do not wish to stress out mine and your pets. I enjoy following your pets routines to help reduce stress. Mental and stimulating games and play time while also keeping the balance with down time, Keeping your pets happy and healthy while you're away.

“Annabelle looked after our 3 dogs Alfie, Stanley and Marley, when we wentaway for 4 nights/ 5 days. She gave us regular feedback and photos on how the dogs were and was very honest about Marley's antics: She's 22 months old and a bit of a houdini!! The dogs were very well looked after and walked daily by Annabelle. We felt so relaxed knowing she was there.It was clear they'd been well cared for She even washed the bed linen and re made the bed which was one less thing for me to think about when we got home in the evening. I would definitely recommend her and would use her again. X”

Stephen C.

“Will took amazing care of Zen, I felt super comfortable leaving him in Will's care. The house was well looked after too, I would most definitely recommend Will and use his services again 😊”

Nicola T.

“We were a little worried about having a house sitter for our two pugs. We found Karen on Rover.com and she was trustworthy, bonded with our dogs very quickly and really looked after them very well. We received photos every day whilst away and Karen was the perfect house sitter. We could see that our dogs were very happy on our return. Thank you Karen”

Kim H.

About: I grew up on a dairy farm with all kinds of animals and domestic pets and have had a lifelong love of dogs. I was trusted to look after pets for other people from an early age and regularly look after the dogs of friends, neighbours and work colleagues. I absolutely walking and my morning and evening walks are always the highlight of my day. I am currently working full time in a school five minutes from home, and walk my dog every morning before school and in the afternoon after school. I live in the beautiful Dorset countryside and have some wonderful varied woodland walks on my doorstep. At weekends I usually take dogs to the beach, always the highlight of the week! I am off work for half terms and school holidays and love being able to spend more time looking after pets. I have a fenced garden with room to play and run around and a super friendly cockapoo called Paddington who adores the company of other dogs. I stick to a routine of regular feeding times, two walks every day and regular play time and cuddle time! I will work to the routine of your dog to make them feel safe and welcomed.

“Nina looked after our french bulldog Bella in our own home for the weekend (Friday-Sunday) whilst my family & I went to a family wedding. Beforehand, Nina gladly came over to meet Bella, finding out everything she needed to know in order to look after her well. This included checking Bella's routine, diet, habits etc. We knew that Nina would be popping in throughout the weekend but we feel that she went above and beyond. As we felt Bella did not need overnight visits, Nina came first thing in the morning to let her out etc and stayed for every visit at least 2-3 hours - visiting throughout the day for extended periods, before settling her for bed. Nina also sent us regular photos and videos which reassured us that Bella was being well cared for. In addition, Nina helped to train Bella which was definitely an added bonus. We 100% trusted Nina & could not have found a better dog sitter. We would absolutely recommend Nina to anyone requiring a pet sitter. Thank you so much for taking care of our family dog so well x”

Melanie K.

About: I've taken care of all types of dogs from the age of 18, looking after my parents small dogs (Cavaliers) and large dogs (standard poodles) for months at a time when they would go on holiday. I have carried numerous dog / house sits for friends and family, ranging from small to big dogs, puppies and cats. In 2025 and early 2026, I travelled for 10 months around Europe, New Zealand and Australia and was hired for 5 x dog sits in Australia over the last 2 months of my stay. Two 10 day sits, and three 3-6 day sits. I have experience with handling and administering medication, with a recent sit, all three pets requiring AM and PM medication. I work remotely from my laptop full time, so can give around the clock attention to your beloved pets & take great care of your house. I am incredibly organized, neat and tidy. Early morning person who can adapt to any pet's routine. I am great at sending updates during a sit, so if you wish to only receive one update and one photo please let me know and I'll make sure not to send any more than this! If you have a particularly shy or harder dog to deal with then please do not hesitate to contact me as I am confident and love a challenge. Barking does not bother me as it is just them expressing how they are feeling. I work remotely from my laptop full time, so can give around the clock attention to your beloved pets & take great care of your house. I am incredibly organized, neat and tidy. Early morning person who can adapt to any pet's routine. I work remotely from my laptop full time, so can give around the clock attention to your beloved pets & take great care of your house. I am incredibly organized, neat and tidy. Early morning person who can adapt to any pet's routine.

“Fantastic sitter, Olivia took time beforehand to meet us and Juke our big excitable, anxious GSD. She was very reassuring and confident that all would be ok. She looked after him very well addressing all his needs and medication. Olivia kept us updated while we were away and looked after the house well. I would highly recommend Olivia to any one else who needs a sitter. Thank you”

Stuart R.

“Edita was great with our 2 year old fluff ball! She took excellent care of him for a week and the house was left immaculate. She sent us regular updates and photos, so we knew he was happy and having a great time! Edita was super flexible in arranging an initial meet and greet and staying with our boy until our delayed flight landed back in the UK. Would 1000% recommend and welcome her back again, which we know our pup would enjoy too!”

Emma H.

“So pleased we found Emma. Fantastic sitter, truly cared for our Lab and home. Great communication throughout, would thoroughly recommend and will book again.”

Richard P.

About: Reliable and conscientious, caring and pro-active with 20 years experience in dog walking and dog sitting for friends and family. Based in Dorchester, Dorset. Access to a private garden and a multitude of walking routes, green spaces and bridleways, ideal for dog walks in the countryside, year round. Dependable and attentive = available to help with dog walking, boarding or general pet care. I provide daily feeding, walks and playtime, and take care of grooming and health needs on a weekly basis. Located in Poundbury, Dorchester, with access to a private fenced garden and a wide variety of walking routes, green spaces, and bridleways—perfect for countryside dog walks all year round. The household has no other pets.

About: Hi! We're Angie & Alex, full-time professional house and pet sitters. We have both always loved animals and grown up looking after dogs and cats. I (Angie) grew up with dogs (a spaniel, a lab and a German Shepherd), whilst Alex grew up with cats. We now move around looking after different, wonderful dogs and cats, and their owners' homes while they're on extended trips (usually 2+ weeks). We give all animals the individual care and attention they need. So far this year we have looked after two elderly dogs in Devon (including giving them medication), a couple of energetic, young golden retrievers in Guildford, and a wisler and dachshund in Cornwall before that. We especially love getting outside with dogs, enjoying lots of walks in nature! We both work remotely, so we are at home all during the work week. Angie works part-time and flexi hours, so she is available to meet longer walking needs, if required. When we're not working, we're dedicated to the pets, and make any social plans fit around the animals' needs. We only do house-sitting, staying at the owner's house, and usually for 2+ weeks at a time. We take great care to learn from you what your animal needs and work with those needs. It's important to us that dogs and cats feel safe and comfortable with us, and that they thrive in our care. We ensure their routines are not disrupted; such as taking them on as long or short walks as they need and at the times they're used to. We can also administer medication, and give them playtime and attention.

About: I raised my 5 year old cocker spaniel, who loves ditch-the-bowl training. I'm a freelance outdoor instructor offering stimulating, long winter walks with new scents to enrich happy dogs. My two dogs enjoy morning and evening walks. With the garden always open, I provide 1-2 long weekday walks and adventurous weekend outings away from Sherborne. My garden is fenced, so they cannot escape. My two dogs will keep your dog company who are both very friendly and are used to other dogs staying. If they were to travel in the van I have seat belt clips, clips and a crate in the rear. I have a crate if your dog needs it's own space in the house too (Rusty sleeps under the stairs and Indi can sleep in our bedroom, so your dog can either sleep in the kitchen or living room). If you needed me to stay at your house, then I don't have to bring my dogs as my partner also works from home. We love dogs! We don't have children so they get a lot of fuss. I tend to use kibble/treats on their first walk with a retractable lead, to get a sense of recall and connection with the dog.

“Sarah was amazing - ran with unintentional chaos like a pro, spoilt Bernie rotten and generally treated both of us like members of her family. Just the support system I needed and a great communicator. I'm pretty sure Bernie was deeply disappointed that she wasn't a permanent addition.”

Jennifer D.

“Wonderful sitter. Great contact and professionalism but also so friendly giving all the confidence you need when leaving fur babies overnight! Highly recommend”

Rachel A.

About: I have several years of experience caring for pets of all shapes and sizes, from looking after family and friends’ beloved companions to providing recurring house-sitting and pet care for a variety of clients. I’m comfortable with a wide range of dog breeds, temperaments, and sizes, and I take pride in offering calm, attentive care tailored to each pet’s needs. I’m also experienced in administering medication and have cared for older dogs, including those managing conditions like diabetes. Whether it’s playtime, walks, or extra cuddles, I make sure every pet feels safe, loved, and well looked after. I work as a freelance creative and so I have lots of time where I am working remote and can be around for plenty of long walks and cuddles for your pets! I love caring for pets in the owners home. Taking care of the pets at their own home makes them so much more comfortable and allows me to easily fit into their existing schedules and routines.

“Ieuan was absolutely perfect for looking after Raffie, our 4 year old rescued failed sheep dog. They had a lovely walk together and Ieuan then kept him company for the rest of the day. Ieuan was extremely prompt in replying to my enquiry and very helpful with my questions regarding Rover as this was our first time of using them. I shall definitely use Ieuan again- if he is available!! Thank you so much. It made my day away so much more enjoyable knowing that Raffie was in safe hands.”

Jill L.