House Sitting In University District
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“Annie did an absolutely amazing job watching my pupper! She was so thoughtful and sent lots of pictures and updates while they were on walks and at home. She was great about giving him meds and went above and beyond taking care of my apartment. Not to mention how patient and flexible she was with my changing plans. 11/10 would recommend booking with Annie!”
“Danielle was fantastic. She was clear, kind, and super communicative throughout the entire stay, which gave me total peace of mind. My dog was clearly well cared for, and everything went smoothly. I’d absolutely recommend her to others.”
About: I work part‑time and have a very flexible weekly routine, which means I’m able to spend extended, consistent time with pets throughout the day. I’m usually home for large stretches of the morning and early afternoon, and I keep my schedule intentionally open so I can prioritize walks, playtime, and companionship. My home is close to town, and I don’t have a long commute or rigid office hours. How I found my first Cat! When I was in middle school; I found my first cat through a local shelter. I was so committed to giving her a safe and loving home that I created a full slideshow explaining how I would care for her and presented it to my parents. That experience taught me responsibility & empathy . Since then, my dedication to helping animals has only grown, and I’m eager to bring that same level of care, initiative, and compassion to a shelter team. Pet care is part of my daily routine; I schedule structured walks, maintain consistent feeding and play times, and provide attentive house‑sitting throughout the week. I’m an extremely outdoors‑focused person; long walks with any animal are my daily reset. In both my home and clients’ homes, I provide dependable, attentive care through structured walking routines and responsible, detail‑oriented house‑sitting.
“Our 3rd experience with Ryan. She's THE BEST and takes such good care of our dogs!!! High energy labs including an epileptic dog and a senior dog - Ryan is a kind soul and always does a great job with them!”
About: I have been around pets from a young age and grew up with both dogs and cats. My parents wanted to teach my sister and I the responsibility of taking care of our pets, and got us a cat that we were solely responsible to care for and I have loved caring for pets ever since! I have taken care of many pets since and have a dog of my own now. I work outside of my home Monday through Thursday from 8-5, I do have a shorter day on Friday, working 8-2. I have an hour break for lunch and typically go home to let my own pup out and would happily to the same for yours! I have a fenced in yard and a pup that loves everyone and will happily make your pets feel right at home. I can crate your pet if needed. My goal is always to make sure that any pet that I’m caring for feels comfortable and gets lots of play time.
“Quinn was an amazing sitter for our kitty Murphy! From the very beginning, they were quick to respond, incredibly receptive, and made us feel completely at ease. It was clear that Quinn truly cares for animals—they were respectful of our home and kept everything clean. When we returned, Murphy was so happy and relaxed, which made us feel confident that they were in great hands the whole time. We really appreciated Quinn’s trustworthiness and the peace of mind they gave us while we were away. We can’t wait to have them back next time we travel!”
About: I am a responsible individual who will take wonderful care of your pets. I have experience pet sitting for individuals with large and small pets, including dogs and cats. I enjoy spending time outside, so taking your pets on walks and playing with them will help them burn their energy, settle their nerves, and enjoy their time with me. I am home for the summer from college, and I am looking for a job where I can take care of pets and spend time with them. I enjoy pet sitting and being able to take care of animals to hopefully allow them to be more comfortable while the owners are away. From my work over the summer, I am hoping to put my earnings back into my education when I move back to college in the fall. I will care for your pets by being engaged while exercising and playing with them, and keeping them on a leash if/when the pets are outside of the yard. In addition, I will always make sure the animals get their medications if necessary and have ample and suitable water and food for any time they are alone.
“Rachel was a fantastic house and pet sitter for our crew of five fur kiddos (plus house plants). We left our senior dog, senior cat, and three younger cats in her care at our house for a week, and she kept everyone on their (borderline annoying) schedules and routines, including daily dog walks and medication administration. Rachel was highly responsive, openly communicative, and active in sharing updates and daily photos of our pets. I'm also fairly sure that our house was cleaner when we returned than when we left...! We will continue to request Rachel as our house sitter for as long as she will let us :)”
“Alaina was a very caring and thoughtful cat sitter and house sitter for the week she took care of our 3 cats. Upon our return the cats seemed in good spirits and the house was clean and in order. We will definitely ask her back and hope she is available when we are in need again! Thank you Alaina!”
About: I've had animals my entire life until now since I've moved away for college. Taking care of our dogs, cats, chickens, goats, and reptiles were one of my main responsibilities growing up. Being away from animals has been really hard and I would love to spend time taking care of yours. I am a very quiet and calm person which makes me very good around the more cautious critters. I'm a full-time college student but I don't have class until 11am every day. Especially in the University district of town I can make stops to and from campus. Most weekends I am in Missoula. Just talk to me and we can figure something out. I don't have the ability to keep any pets in my own apartment but I have a car and am able to get around in Missoula. I grew up in scouts and the first point of the scout law is trustworthy.
“Traci did a fantastic job house sitting for us and had great communication. She provided daily photos and was very accommodating for our dog. Would definitely recommend!”
“Bizzy did a wonderful job with my dogs ! I have been looking for a new dog sitter and chose Bizzy based on her reviews and she did not disappoint. She sent me plenty of updates and my house was in great order when I came home. She was also available last minute. Thanks again Bizzy, we will be asking for you to return next time ! Thanks again”
About: What sets me apart is the level of care, attention, and responsibility I bring to every pet I care for. I have experience with dogs of all sizes, from small companion breeds to large working breeds, and I understand that every pet has unique needs, routines, and personalities. I'm highly detail-oriented and take owner instructions seriously. Whether that means following a specific feeding schedule, administering medications, maintaining training routines, or simply providing extra reassurance to an anxious pet, I believe consistency matters. I naturally bring a calm, patient, and nurturing presence, and I take the time to build trust with animals rather than forcing interaction. My goal is for your pet to feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you're away, and for you to have confidence that they're receiving the same level of care I would give my own pets. (Due to health sensitivities, I'm unable to work in homes where smoking occurs indoors.) Caring for animals is something I genuinely enjoy and comes naturally to me. My schedule allows me to be flexible and attentive to a pet's needs, whether that means walks, playtime, feeding, potty breaks, or simply providing companionship. I enjoy spending time with animals, and I appreciate the routine, connection, and joy they bring. I believe pets do best when they feel safe, understood, and cared for. I follow each pet's routine as closely as possible, provide plenty of attention and affection, and pay close attention to their individual needs and personality. I take owner instructions seriously and strive to create a calm, positive experience for both pets and their owners.
“Rosie was wonderful! She arrived right on time and my dogs loved her immediately. She was extremely accommodating of last minute change. She was kind, professional and clearly has experience with pet care.”
“Brandy is an exceptional pet caregiver! We left on a four day trip, not realizing our cat Earl Grey had an infected wound that would need emergency surgery. Under some very difficult circumstances Brandy took care of Earl pre and post surgery. She kept us informed of his progress through phone calls, text messages and photographs. She assured us that her priorities were to make sure Earl was safe and comfortable. After arriving home, Brandy stayed to meet us and gave us a debriefing of what was done and what needed to continue for Earl's care. She shared and demonstrated some tips and tricks that she found successful in caring for an outdoor cat that now had to stay indoors with a cone around his head. We cannot thank Brandy enough for the compassion, confidence and grace that she showed during this unexpected and challenging booking.”
“I would happily hire Holly again! She was communicative, sent lots of updates and pictures, gave great care to my pets, and most importantly, my pets loved her.”
“Lynda went above and beyond. She took wonderful care of my pets and my home. I got updates with THE cutest pictures, and they were smiling in every single one! Couldn't have asked for a better sitter to watch my critters!”
“Gabriella kept all my animals and house safe and well cared for while I was gone. It was a last minute booking and I was not as well prepared as I usually am. My notes and instructions were messy and she still managed to keep my house and animals perfectly cared for and happy. I’m sure the dogs miss her it was obvious they were well loved and given a lot of attention while I was away!”
University District pet parents share their Rover experiences
Brandy is an exceptional pet caregiver! We left on a four day trip, not realizing our cat Earl Grey had an infected wound that would need emergency surgery. Under some very difficult circumstances Brandy took care of Earl pre and post surgery. She kept us informed of his progress through phone calls, text messages and photographs. She assured us that her priorities were to make sure Earl was safe and comfortable. After arriving home, Brandy stayed to meet us and gave us a debriefing of what was done and what needed to continue for Earl's care. She shared and demonstrated some tips and tricks that she found successful in caring for an outdoor cat that now had to stay indoors with a cone around his head. We cannot thank Brandy enough for the compassion, confidence and grace that she showed during this unexpected and challenging booking.
Elise did a good job of taking care of our house and our pets while we were out of town for two weeks. She was quick to respond to communications, followed instructions, respected our house, and left everything the way it was before we left. The pets didn't even act like they missed us that much, which is a big complement. Thanks!
We asked a lot of Rosie on very short notice. Our husky underwent an emergency sternotomy and lung lobectomy just 5 weeks prior to the vacation we had planned much earlier, AND he threw a first ever seizure into the mix a week before we left. I was going to cancel the trip after the seizure, since it felt scary for me to leave and unfair to put that on the sitter we had already booked months prior. But, I found Rosie while searching for first aid/CPR and special needs experience last-minute. Rosie came over for a meet & greet and was very understanding of the accommodations we’d made around the house to prevent Finn from injuring himself during the day (like mattresses on the floor and in strange places 🙃). She was confident in her ability to both recognize whether veterinary care was needed and to physically load our 70-lb dog into a car to get him that care, and that went a long way to put me at ease enough to take the vacation. Thankfully the need did not arise, and she was great with meds and respecting the activity restrictions still in place throughout the stay, while getting both dogs daily exercise within their ability. Rosie’s stay with the pups (and consequently our vacation!) went off without a hitch.
Chloe took excellent care of Gus and our home over the long weekend. She sent frequent updates and photos, and left the house clean and tidy. She even thought to wash the sheets from her bed before she headed out. Very thoughtful and very trustworthy. I would absolutely recommend Chloe to take great care of your pet/s and home.
Lily was amazing! We booked last minute with her and she thoroughly surpassed our expectations. She was comfortable supporting our reactive dog and very accommodating to both our dogs and cat’s needs. She made sure they were comfortable, eating enough, getting exercise and play time. She sent many photos and kept me updated throughout. She eased my anxiety leaving our pups for the first extended period of time, we felt so reassured knowing she was loving and caring for our boys like her own! She was also very thoughtful in her questions and care for our home. We will book with her again!
Courtney was FANTASTIC for our two XL pups! She was incredibly responsive, gave us a bunch of updates while we were away, and was great with our boys. House was spotless when we returned and you can really tell she loves being with animals. Will definitely be booking with her again!
Amber was wonderful! Our dog can be shy/skittish with new folks and Amber gave her the time and space she needed to feel comfortable. She sent photos and updates to let us know our pup was being well cared for, and she left our house clean and tidy. Timely and clear communication as well. We would have her look after our pup again for future trips!
Annie did a great job for us taking care of Trixie over 5 nights. She was able to stay at our house the whole time and sent pictures every day. Our communications with her were through Rover by text. We felt that our house was secure and upon returning home found that to be true. We found Trixie to be just fine in every way as well. We will not hesitate to schedule with Annie another time.
Aderley has been a life saver for our dogs! It’s been difficult to find someone consistent and dependable, especially when it comes to watching a pitbull AND a Doberman, both with some quirks. It’s a huge plus that she’s willing to do overnights so my partner and I can get away every once in awhile during the weekends. Aderley has a very calm but confident demeanor that puts us at ease.
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
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 District.
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 District 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.
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