House Sitting in University Heights
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Sidney is the best! First time I left my dog Zoey with dog sitter and we couldn’t be happier! She is responsible, caring… even cleaned my house before I cam home. My dog, Zoey is worn out from all the trips to dog park, playing, and got her first pup cup icecream! We will definitely be using her again soon!”

“Chastity took care of my pup all day. She sent me a photo of him with an update only when prompted and was late without any notice which caused some stress but she did show up.”


“Bethany was a great dog sitter. She took care of our two pups for a weekend and kept them fed, walked and happy. I really appreciated that she paid attention to the heat and made an effort to take them on early walks. I’ll would hire her again no question!”

“Penny was prompt, communicative, and took great care of our girl. We receive pictures and updates while we were away and came home to a happy dog and clean home. We will definitely reach out next time we need a dog sitter!”

“Katelyn took care of Jax for us again with no worries. We had a change in plans and had to come home early. Kate was accommodating as always and left the house and Jax in great shape. Thanks for being so reliable!”
“Elena did an amazing job watching our two dogs at our home. She followed their routine perfectly, I don’t even think our dogs knew we were gone! She sent great updates and photos and our two babies absolutely loved her. I felt so comfortable knowing she was caring for them. Will absolutely use her in the future!”

About: I love being around animals and have since I was young. I got a dog when I was 7 and now help my brother care for his dog when he is not available. I know how to train dogs (basics) and love to help them socialize. I am a full time student in college. This means my time/schedule may not coincide with those provided by Rover. However, I am always willing to care for dogs at times between classes! Please message me with specifics for times! I make sure to provide undivided attention to the pets!! I do live in an apartment, so I will not be able to bring any animals home, but I love to visit dogs and play!
About: I am a nurse looking to help people care for their pets during the day when they’re at work or while out of town. Growing up my family always had a dog, and we had cats since I was 4. For the last 12 years I have had my own dog and eventually added cats to the mix. I am most comfortable with caring for dogs of any size as well as cats. I have also cared for a variety of small animals! I am up for almost anything and can easily learn animal care. Have a special/medical needs or senior pet? No problem! I can administer oral medications and even injections. I work 12 hour shifts so generally have free time for walks several days per week, but not every day. I can also do drop in visits when you’re out of town. During drop in visits I like to get the feeding/cleaning done and then spend some time giving pets some good TLC/cuddles if that is what they like. Even if they’re not super cuddly, sometimes I will bring a book and read quietly so they can have some companionship :)
About: I grew up with a fur baby, pet sitting and walking for my neighbors, and helped train my parents two new mini bernedoodles! 🐾 Pets have always had a special place in my heart and I love to show them love! I am a nurse that works three days a week, mostly consisting of nights and weekends! This allows me to have lots of availability during weekdays as well as some weekends! :) When caring for your pets, my priority is their safety, comfort, and happiness! I will follow your instructions carefully; such as feeding/walk schedules, medication needs, and favorite toys or activities! Please share anything special you would like me to know your pet and their typical routine 🤍🦮🐩
About: I have experience caring for cats and dogs of all sizes and temperaments. From daily walks to multi-month dog sitting abroad, I have always treated the pets I work with like family! I am completely flexible! I have been pet sitting abroad and have availability during December and February. I am available for check-ins, walks and longer stays. Knowing the needs of animals is very straight forward for me (some are more high maintenance and that is okay!) That said, if you have a specific routine and expectations of care for your pet those will be respected the entire time.
About: I have had dogs since for my entire life, so I have cared for all ages of dogs from puppies to seniors. I enjoy taking dogs on walks, spending time cuddling with senior dogs, and playing with puppies! I am currently a full time student at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. I have a few hours during the weekdays for potty breaks and feeding, and I am available on the weekends. I am willing to pet sit overnight in your home on weeknights, as well as weekends. My apartment is not pet-friendly, so I am not allowed to bring your pets to me, but I will drive to your home to care for your pets there. I will ensure to keep your pets safe, active, and content while you are away.
“Brooke was amazing! The house was spotless when I got home, and Mija was happy and clearly well taken care of. She was very communicative and sent several updates throughout the booking, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. I’ll absolutely be booking with her again!”

“Nicole was my first time ever using a Rover and she made it comfortable and easy! She was great with my dog and had good communication with me before and during my time away. I felt at peace being away from my puppers knowing Nicole was taking good care of her.”

University Heights pet parents share their Rover experiences
We cannot say enough good things about Elena. We left our dog and cat with her for a week while we went to the UK. Based on the photos she sent daily, you would have thought they had a Spa Day / Amusement Park trip every day. Even our standoffish cat would come cuddle with her. She's a natural. Frankly, we would not have been surprised if our pets seemed a bit disappointed when we got home, they loved her so much. Going forward, we would not dream of having anyone else sit our house or pets.

Auden took care of my boys for a 6 days while we were on vacation. On the third day, one of my boys became very ill. She took such good care of him. She had to give him medication, she had to assist his walking , she took copious notes so I would know every detail of his recovery. Doing all of this for my sick dog while also caring for his brother. It was exceptional! Beyond a 5 star care

Anna was absolutely amazing with our two girls. She sent multiple updates everyday with some cute pictures! You could tell our two girls were very comfortable around her. She was courteous and made sure to pick up after herself. Absolutely amazing, will be using Anna again in the future! She is absolutely fantastic!

This is our second time booking with Brooke and we had just as good of an experience. She truly cares for your pets like they’re her own, going above and beyond to ensure they have everything they need and also get lots of love, cuddles and spoils in your absence. She checks in with you regularly and sends lots of picture updates which brings such a peace of mind when you’re away from your fur babies. Will continue to book with Brooke again and again and again!! :)

Anna (aka Caroline) was just wonderful. She took excellent care of the house and our dogs while we were out of town. She was so meticulous about learning their quirks and she sent great updates. We’d certainly seek her services again and I’d recommend her to anyone!

Lyzzi did a wonderful job of caring for our 8 month old labrador retriever for a week in our home!! She went above and beyond to keep everything clean and tidy; her communication was top tier, with daily updates and flexibility in time of arrival and day of our return. Our lab is extremely shy and takes a while to warm up to new people - Lyzzi was incredibly patient and was able to win Munch's trust to go on walks and play together. We are very grateful to Lyzzi and plan to rebook with her in the future!

Sadie did an amazing job taking care of our boys! She was thrown a few curve balls throughout our booking (unplanned med passing to our pup for an unexpected UTI diagnosis and getting locked out of the house due to tech problems with the keypad) and she rolled with the punches with no complaints and handled them beautifully. She sent so many pictures it felt like we never left and our boys looked so happy in each one! We’ll definitely be booking with Sadie again for our next trip!!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in University Heights is $37
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Sitters in University Heights average 4 repeat house sitting clients
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 Heights on Rover as of Nov 2025 was about $37 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.
As of Nov 2025, there are 356 house sitters in University Heights. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 88% of University Heights house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in University Heights have an average of 16 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in University Heights.
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 Heights 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.















