House Sitting in University Avenue, Davis, CA
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Top rated University Avenue house sitters
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Nora is very reliable and our dog Bailey took to her right away. We received regular updates and had the peace of mind that our home and pet were in good hands while we were away.”

“Negin was wonderful and patient with my slightly demanding cat, accommodating his special care instructions and administering medication. She was patient and flexible, and I was happy to find someone I trusted with my cat and home sitting. Clearly, she loves animals, and works to get to know them and meet their needs. Sent great pics and updates to let me know he was in great hands!”

“Rachel was great! We have a Saint Bernard and 2 cats and they loved her. She sent us photos while we on vacation and gave us regular updates. This was the first time we have left our pets with anyone, and Rachel was very respectful of our pets and our space. We were very apprehensive about hiring a random person to care for our pets, but the second we met Rachel we were put at ease. Rachel asked us questions about the care of our pets that we hadn't thought about, which gave us the confidence that she knows what she doing. She is amazing and we will definitely rebook with her.”

“Marissa was awesome with our anxious dog, Toby! She gave us great updates with pictures and I could tell he was having a great time with her. He got plenty of walks and snuggles! She also left our house so clean. We are so glad to have found Marissa - she’s very genuine and caring and we are looking forward to having her watch Toby again!”

“Jiajie was SUPBERB! She gave outstanding care to our puppy! Our puppy had a fantastic time with her (and her sweet dogs). Her communication, while we traveled overseas, was top-notch!!! She was beyond the best- highly highly highly recommend her and will definitely book with her again!”

“Audrey was incredibly communicative in specialized instructions for my anxious dog! She was very caring of all the pets, and I would absolutely recommend her for any pet sitting services.”

“Alyssa is great. I can always trust her to take care of my senior chihuahua. If you’re looking for someone reliable and trustworthy with your special doggos, I highly recommend her”

“Suhani was great with my crew! She was communicative, made sure to give me consistent updates and the dogs were happy and well cared for when I returned. I highly recommend her.”

“Chrissy accepted a very last minute request to watch two of my dogs. She took time to do the meet and greet even though it was last minute. Chrissy was wonderful and will definitely recommend. You can tell she has a love of animals and that shows in how she cared for them. She communicated often and send lots of pics while we were away. Thank you Chrissy!”

“Lauren was awesome! Got my picky/spoiled dog to eat, which usually doesn't happen when I'm away. Josie seemed to be happy and well taken care of. I would definitely book with Lauren again.”

“Mary was amazing! She made us feel so comfortable leaving our dog with her (our first time leaving him with someone besides family). She sent adorable photos throughout the week. She communicated with us prior to, during and after the house sitting. I think our dog Zac wanted to go home with her! We will definitely call Mary again. So glad we found her! Kathy & Brian & Zac”

About: I have years of experience walking, feeding, bathing, and caring for pets, and my clients trust me to treat their furry friends like family. I am reliable, attentive, and committed to keeping every pet happy, healthy, and loved. I currently work as a neuroscience researcher! I maintain a very flexible schedule, so I have plenty of time to care for your pets! I did a lot of pet sitting in college, and I have continued to do this not just as a side job, but because spending time with animals brings me joy. Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. Whether I am walking them, stopping by for a check-in, or caring for them in your home, I make sure they’re happy, secure, and well-looked after. I follow your instructions closely, keep a watchful eye on their needs, and treat your home with the same respect I give my own.

“Jennifer was great! She did what we asked for and even more, which we appreciated. We received updates throughout the day and she got my Husky so tired that she doesn’t even want to get up for treats lol. We are working on our pup’s separation anxiety, so it was nice being able to count on Jennifer. We will definitely be booking again. Our pup gives her 5 stars too lol 🐶”


“We needed a last-minute house/dog sitter and after looking at reviews I chose Anam. She was great! She’s super knowledgeable about dogs and kept me updated about what my pups were up to while we were gone. We’ll be looking into her training services here shortly.”

“The best gift when you can't take your companions on a trip is to know someone will take care of them and give you a peace of mind. Ashley did. She is amazing and is a great communicator. I left behind a 14 year old blob and a 6 years skittish lab and I was worried about the younger pup. It was the 14 year old senior that kept Ashley up at night. Ashley kept me posted on the situation, we kept the communication open to make sure Hunter is ok. Things happened but the best way to know how awesome your substitute is, is to experience their problem solving ability. Ashley got everything under control. I highly recommend Ashley and would love to get her help again. She is definitely more than 5 stars rating.”

University Avenue pet parents share their Rover experiences
Jennifer was great! She did what we asked for and even more, which we appreciated. We received updates throughout the day and she got my Husky so tired that she doesn’t even want to get up for treats lol. We are working on our pup’s separation anxiety, so it was nice being able to count on Jennifer. We will definitely be booking again. Our pup gives her 5 stars too lol 🐶

Chrissy went above and beyond when house sitting our energetic and mischievous 13-month-old golden retriever/Siberian husky mix for one week! She is very experienced with all kinds of dogs, is reliable, and gave regular updates. Thanks so much for your time and diligence Chrissy!! Would highly recommend her!

Nora was amazing with my two pitties! They are still working on some of their manners and have some weird quirks but Nora seemed to handle them perfectly and sent lots of pictures of them snuggling and hanging out which I love to see when I’m away. I felt comfortable that they were in good hands and will definitely be booking with her again in the future :)

Our dog and cat were very happy when we returned and Ally was a great housesitter for a few nites. She got the animals out during the day and spent time cuddling them at night. The house was as tidy when we returned as when we left. She was attentive to our dogs needs for walks, even in wet weather, and sent us photos. Thank you Ally!
Great cat sitter from start to finish. Nayzeth followed all instructions perfectly, provided consistent updates, and clearly understands cat behavior as she does have 2 of her own. Boots, who is usually shy, warmed up quickly, which says a lot and everything was neat and tidy when I returned.

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The median cost per night for house sitting in University Avenue is $62
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in University Avenue on Rover as of Mar 2026 was about $62 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in University Avenue.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. University Avenue house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.












