House Sitting Watford
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Over 118 pet owners in Watford have booked house sitting
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 15%.
“Georgina took good care of our 15 month old labrador retreiver - her communication was great, she visited us beforehand to make sure everyone was happy and on the day she was punctual despite the early start on a Sunday, and sent us photos through the day! We're really happy with Georgina and look forward to working with her again in the future to look after our pup!”
About: I am a maths teacher in a hospital and teach children in both short- and long- term stays and recurring stays. I enjoy travelling, meeting new people (and animals) and reading and watching psychological thrillers.
“Sena recently looked after our kitten Bruno on a housesitting basis for 1 week. It was our first time using the type of service and Sena was really professional, responsive and immediately put us at ease. Right from the meet and greet, we knew Bruno would be in good hands! We received daily photo and video updates and the communication has been brilliant throughout the whole process. We cannot recommend Sena highly enough and definitely be reaching out to her again next time we need a sitter!”
“Megan was great looking after Leo who took to her quickly. She was highly communicative and sent lots of pics, and managed the situation brilliantly and in good humour. when she got locked in the bathroom due to a faulty lock. Will definitely ask Megan to sit / walk Leo again.”
“Anna C just looked after my animals in our house while we were away for two weeks. She was a super star, sent photos and videos daily of my fur babies looking so happy and relaxed, I hate leaving them but felt so reassured they were totally loved and looked after while we were away. Can’t recommend her enough!!!”
“Becca is absolutely fantastic. She’s looked after our 10 week old cocker spaniel Maisie a few times now and is so wonderful with her. Maisie absolutely adores her and we love the updates. Friendly, communicative and clearly super knowledgeable. Would highly recommend and Maisie can’t wait to see her again!”
About: Hello, a careworker part time and love animals especially cats,I've always had cats since I was young.I have a cat myself know she is only 5months so very playful and very loving,I would love to help you by looking after your cats or kittens as they ate very precious,I have no problem changing litter trays etc,I will look after your kitty purrfetly
“We couldn't have asked for a better sitters for2 dogs, 2 cats and not forgetting the 40 fish. Adrain and Iwona provided incredible peace of mind by sending daily photo updates. It was clear from the start that they genuinely love animals; our pets took to them immediately. We returned home to happy, relaxed pets and a spotless house. Highly professional and trustworthy—we will definitely be booking again!"”
“Eva was awesome whilst we were away, returned home to a tidy house finding Sunny and Poppy very relaxed, fed and content. Great communication, really friendly and sent us lots of nice photos daily.”
About: I have experience caring for cats, dogs, chickens and other small pets, from energetic puppies to older pets who just want a quiet companion. I’ve also looked after multi-pet households, including homes with lots of cats, so I’m confident managing different personalities and routines. I work locally in Hertfordshire, so I’m able to fit pet care around my work schedule. I’m available for morning and evening visits during the week, with greater flexibility at weekends. If you’re unsure whether I can help, just send me a message—I always do my best to accommodate bookings wherever possible. Your pet’s safety and happiness are my top priorities. Before every booking, I like to arrange a free meet and greet so we can get to know each other, discuss your pet’s routine, and make sure everyone feels comfortable. I’ll take the time to understand feeding schedules, exercise needs, medications, favourite toys, and anything else that helps your pet feel relaxed. I’ll also collect emergency contact and veterinary details so I’m fully prepared if they’re ever needed. While you’re away, I’ll care for your pet and your home with the same respect and attention I would my own.
“Ellen is a wonderful sitter — Chaves has stayed with her more than once and she's coming back again this week, which speaks for itself. She did a meet and greet first, asked all the right questions, and kept me updated the whole time. Easygoing, caring, and reliable. Chaves and I are lucky to have found her!☺️🐶”
About: Hi, I'm Sarah! I've been surrounded by animals for as long as I can remember, having grown up with pets throughout my childhood, and I currently have a dog of my own. Caring for animals has always been a huge part of my life, so looking after dogs comes naturally to me. I absolutely adore dogs, and every dog that stays with me is treated as if they were my own. I understand that every dog has their own personality, routine and needs, so i provide plenty of love, patience, care and attention to ensure they feel safe, happy and comfortable while you're away. I believe dogs thrive when they're given both physical exercise and mental stimulation, so regular walks, playtime and enrichment are all part of the care i provide. Whether your dog enjoys long adventures, gentle strolls or simply lots of cuddles on the sofa. My goal is to make sure they enjoy themselves just as much as you enjoy your time away. As a pet owner myself, I know how important it is to find someone you can trust with your furry family member. You can have peace of mind knowing your dog will be cared for with kindness, integrity and genuine affection every step of the way. I'm currently on my summer break from working in a school, so for the next six weeks I have plenty of time to dedicate to caring for your dog. After the holidays, I'll continue to be available on weekends. Your dog's routine will always be my priority, with walks twice a day as standard, and three times a day if they enjoy extra exercise or need additional stimulation. I understand that every dog is different, so I'm happy to adapt to their usual routine and energy levels to ensure they feel comfortable, happy and well cared for. Your dog's safety, happiness and wellbeing are my top priorities. We have a secure, enclosed garden where dogs can safely play, explore and go to the toilet whenever they need. I also have plenty of toys and enjoy spending quality time playing games and providing mental stimulation to keep dogs happy and engaged. I have a crate available if your dog is crate trained or if you would prefer them to have their own quiet space. Every dog in my care will be treated like a member of the family, receiving lots of love, patience and attention in a safe, calm and caring home. I will always follow your instructions regarding feeding, medication, walks and routines so your dog feels as settled and comfortable as possible.
About: I have grown up with animals in South Africa , having had close relationships with all the dogs in my life. I am passionate and caring and enjoy walking. My dad was a dog trainer and we were always doing activities around the dogs. I will have evenings and some weekends free. I am a school teacher so will also have school holidays available. Flexible and consistent. Trustworthy. Responsible. I have a maisonette situated in Croxley near the moor and canal so easy access for walks. The maisonette is spacious with 2 levels. I can accommodate for any needs for your pet.
“Loved all of the video and photo updates, Buddy looked like he had an amazing time and seemed really settled with Jane even though it was his first time with her. Also house was cleaner when we got home than when we had left. Highly recommend”
About: Experienced dog walkers and house sitters. All size dogs welcome from xxl to xxs - also happy to feed, run, throw sticks/ball or cuddle/play on request. Also experienced in caring for other pets such as fish, snakes, birds, rodents and cats (not all in the same cage at once). We can be available as needed for walks and runs. We are to discuss stays on request to request basis. Relaxed schedule happy to be flexible. Experienced dog sitter and walker. Happy to travel to you and stay with your pets on request. Your house, your rules. We are respectful to your wishes and understand you may have certain ways you want your animals cared for. We are great house sitters as well as pet custodians. We are strong, healthy, safety conscious and happy to care for all sized dogs and small well behaved bears.
About: I am a responsible and caring dog lover who enjoys spending time with animals and making sure they feel safe and comfortable. I focus on providing a calm and friendly environment where dogs can relax and feel at home. I am attentive to each dog’s individual needs, including feeding routines, exercise, and toilet breaks. I make sure to keep owners updated with regular messages, photos, and videos so they feel reassured while they are away. I am patient, reliable, and committed to treating every dog as if they were my own. I live near parks, so dogs get regular outdoor exercise.so i am here with too much love for all of them.💞 Pet care fits well into my daily routine as I have a flexible schedule and can plan my day around walks, visits, and boarding needs. I am available throughout the week and can provide regular care, including morning, afternoon, and evening routines. I enjoy spending time with animals, so caring for pets naturally becomes part of my daily life. I care for pets by following their usual routines, including feeding, exercise, toilet breaks, and playtime. I provide a calm and safe environment, and I always keep owners updated with messages and photos.
“Danielle was an amazing pet sitter. Our dog was well-cared for and happy. She provided regular updates, which reassured us while we were away. We would definitely recommend Danielle to anyone needing a reliable and caring sitter.”
About: I have had pets since I was born, and dogs specifically since I was around 12 years old, I have also helped my mum walk other peoples dogs since around this age and as I got older started to walk dogs and look after them myself. I have looked after puppies, (aged from just 3 months) ranging to larger older dogs such as a 12 year old Labrador. I owned a dog that was a rescue and had epilepsy. I often used to have to give him medicine for this and know how to deal with his seizures. I love dogs and enjoy walking and caring for them. In recent years I have done several sits on Rover, receiving great feedback. I currently work part time through an agency where i can choose my own shifts and be flexible so I have plenty of time to care for and play with pets Can crate your dog if needed, can keep in regular contact while you are away and do a meet and greet before if that is preferred
The median cost per night for house sitting in Watford is £35
Pet owners share their Rover experiences - Watford
Anna C just looked after my animals in our house while we were away for two weeks. She was a super star, sent photos and videos daily of my fur babies looking so happy and relaxed, I hate leaving them but felt so reassured they were totally loved and looked after while we were away. Can’t recommend her enough!!!
We couldn’t recommend Rita highly enough! ❤️ She looked after our Springer Spaniel, Teddy, for 10 days, and from the very beginning she was absolutely wonderful. We received daily updates, photos and little glimpses of how Teddy was getting on, which gave us so much peace of mind. It was hard for us initially, as we had never left Teddy with someone we didn’t know before. But Rita quickly put us at ease, and it was clear how much love, care and attention she gave our Teddy boy. 🐾❤️ We honestly think Teddy is missing her now that she’s gone — he’s been a little sad since she left! 🥹 We’re so grateful we found Rita. We’ll definitely be keeping in touch, because we feel like we’ve not only found someone we completely trust with Teddy, but also a lovely new friend who shares the same love for our very special boy. ❤️ Thank you, Rita, for taking such amazing care of Teddy. We couldn’t have asked for anyone better! 🐶💕
Nadine is incredibly kind, friendly, and thoughtful. She stayed overnight for three days to look after my two cats and bonded with them straight away. Her daily updates and photos showed just how happy and relaxed they were in her care. She followed every instruction perfectly and made communication easy throughout. Nadine is truly professional, and I would happily trust her with my cats again. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for exceptional cat care.
Ben is a very polite, amiable and thoughtful young man who looked after my two cats for 3 days, staying overnight. He gave regular daily updates and sent photos that showed how happy they were in his care and how well he was attending to them. Ben was very professional but easy to talk to and communicate with. He quickly bonded with my two cats and followed instructions left behind. I hope to use Ben's talent in looking after cats again, in the near future, and would highly recommend him to anyone.
Lexie was absolutely fantastic; she gave me such peace of mind with updates whilst I was away and followed Kiba’s routine to a tee. I was thrilled to see how excited Kiba was to see Lexi when the booking started; she clearly remembered her from the meet and greet a few weeks prior. Lexie also had no issues administering last minute medication and informed me of any changes she had noticed for me to tell my vet on my return. There are very few people I trust to look after Kiba but Lexie is definitely one of them- 100% would recommend.
Great cat sitter! She's amazing with cats. Before I left my girl, I noticed that she had a paw injury. Ellesha checked my baby's paw everyday and sent me updates on she was healing. She also successfully gave her pain meds for 4 days. She took very good care of our home as well. Thanks! I came home to 2 happy cats 🩵
Nina has been amazing with our dog. She looked after him for one week while we were on holiday and he had the best time. It was the first time he didn’t feel depressed and ate from day one (he usually goes on hunger strikes when we leave). She kept us updated every day, sent us pictures and videos of him and it was very easy to communicate. Nina went above beyond to look after him and we are extremely happy that we found her. Will definitely use again and highly recommend.
Anna and Josh were great with our two senior dogs - who can be a handful. They kept us updated with regular messages and pictures. The whole process was very professional and we could just relax and enjoy our holiday. Our house was well kept and clean on our return. We highly recommend them!
Great housesitting from Charlotte. We left our 4months old puppy for the first time with someone else and Charlotte helped us not to feel worried and confident we left our puppy in good hands. Everything went perfectly. Charlotte also kindly privided feedback and gave advice on food and training.
We booked Jodie in for an initial meeting with our pets and we were very happy witth her. She was punctual, easy to work with and most importantly, of course, she was great with the animals. Our nervous dog Ted felt at ease with her and accepted scritches and treats, so we will definitely be booking Jodie again.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for House Sitting in Watford on Rover is £40.25 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 16,798 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Watford. 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 Watford 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 Watford 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:
- 89% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 89% 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.
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