House Sitting in University Park
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“Kathryn has watched our 3 dogs numerous times now and she always does a fantastic job. She gives us timely updates and goes above and beyond to make sure our fur babies are well taken care of while we’re gone.”


“My Dog Dottie loved Ava! Dottie has tons of energy and Ava spoiled her with long walks and lots of dog park trips. I felt so relieved that my pup was in great hands. Ava sent lots of pictures and updates and left the house nicer than she found it. The best! Already booking her again”


“My pets were well taken care of! First time for us to have overnight care, we weren't worried at all. When we came home my pets didn't seem to miss us! We will use his services again!”


“Jennifer was FANTASTIC! She actually spent time hanging out with my dogs when house sitting. Jennifer even came back over to check on dogs when flight got in late. I will use her again! Thank you!”

“Bailey was the perfect sitter for our dog Cooper. Bailey was polite, consistent, trustworthy, communicative and most importantly, I can tell he really enjoyed spending time with our dog. He took Cooper on walks, cuddled and played with him. He even asked if he could take Cooper to a farmers market!! We said yes of course. I recommend Bailey 100% and will be using him again in the future.”


“Travis is a fantastic pet sitter. He watched my puppy, my bigger, older dog, and my cat while I was in Detroit for a weekend getaway. This is my second time using Rover as my first time did not go well and now I usually am too afraid to trust anyone else with my animals. I was kept updated (but not too much) and I can tell by their mannerisms that they were well cared for. I am planning on using Travis’s services again later this summer when I’ll be gone for ten days. He is a kind, empathetic, and considerate pet sitter.”


“I was very pleased with our sitter Katelyn. I received a good handful of cute photos. Updates on their potty time and eating. Both of my pitbull's took to her and we're laying down on the couch next to her within minutes. The best part of this, was that both of my dogs ate their dinner when it was prepared for them with us being gone so long during the day. My eldest dog has a pretty good dose of separation anxiety. It does not look like he felt any anxiety at all, and I could not be more pleased. And the youngest pitbull was happy to have somebody to play with, which she began doing almost immediately. Very, very happy!!”


“Stacie was fantastic. Our dogs were impeccably cared for and she anticipated additional needs at our house and asked us if she could take care of them before we asked her. She was a joy and we’ll definitely be asking her again!”


“Bailey is a wonderful dog sitter. She listened to all my pups needs and was extremely accommodating to make the overnight stay stress free for my pup, and for me:) She communicated quickly and often, sent pictures and updates while we were gone, which again made my time away much more relaxing. I highly recommend Bailey and will be using her again in the future!!”


“We were very pleased with the service Stephanie provided for our Jack. I knew he was well cared for as she kept us updated with progress and pictures. We will be glad to use Stephanie as Jack's caregiver in the future. Kathy M.”


About: What sets me apart is my genuine love for animals, reliable communication, attention to detail, and the way I treat every pet like family—always. They’re a humans bestfriend <3 Pet care fits seamlessly into my life—I prioritize walking, feeding, and bonding with dogs every time I’m home. It’s routine, fulfilling, and second nature to me. In my home, I provide a cozy space, regular walks, feeding, playtime, and lots of love. I keep routines consistent and pets safe, happy, calm.

About: I was always had furry siblings but have graduated to a cat mama. I enjoy creating personal heavens for our companions. Reliable, punctual and kind. I have a full-time job that pays the bills but I am looking for ways to feed my soul. Overnights are great as well as drop ins. I would prefer to host at client's homes as my current home does not allow dogs. Willing to board or take cats overnight. Let's make it a sleepover!

About: I’ve had pets my whole life ranging from fish, amphibians, rodents, birds, cats, and dogs. I love connecting with animals and giving them all the love they deserve! I also am a former vet assistant (I now work at a vet lab) so I have experience with pets of all ages, temperaments, and health statuses. My priority is the pets’ safety and comfort, and will work with them to ensure we have a foundation of trust. I also can work enrichment into my visits to get their minds more stimulated or just give them a 15 minute belly rub if that’s more up their alley. I’ve also trained many of my pets so I can help introduce basic commands to puppies or reinforce commands and manners from older pets. I’m available pretty much every day for the summer. Once mid-August comes around, I’ll be available Sunday-Tuesday at all times and Wednesday-Saturday from 9-11 AM I can come in let the pets out, clean up messes from them, feed/water, play enrichment games or work on training, and give them lots of love!

“Lisa was super great with our pups, Penny and Sedona. They both warmed up to her immediately and Lisa made sure they were comfortable and loved while we were away. We got frequent updates and pictures which really eased our minds. Lisa also gave us peace of mind, being at the house and keeping us updated on things. She also took care of our chickens and went out of her way to get some extra treats when we ran out. We couldn't have asked for a better dog sitter/housesitter to take care of our babies and our home. We will definitely be booking with Lisa again!”


About: I was the neighborhood baby/dog sitter for most of my teens and even now I do the occasional dog sitting for a week or so for family friends. I have taken care of dogs ranging from Chihuahuas to Great Danes. I recently started fostering kittens and have a newfound love for those little guys too! I’ve owned bunnies and hamsters, watched a snake, taken care of a bird. You name it I’m sure I’ve had some sort of experience with it! I’d be so happy to take care of your critter too <3 I work from home! Rest assured your little buddy will get lots of attention in my care. If they have a more strict letting out schedule that’s absolutely no problem! I have a small mix dog, with two friendly cats. I work from home and can spend more time than the average person with your pet. I have a non fenced in yard, but am happy to take out on walks or on their leash in my yard.
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Kathryn C.

“Kathryn has watched our 3 dogs numerous times now and she always does a fantastic job. She gives us timely updates and goes above and beyond to make sure our fur babies are well taken care of while we’re gone.”


Ava A.Star Sitter

“My Dog Dottie loved Ava! Dottie has tons of energy and Ava spoiled her with long walks and lots of dog park trips. I felt so relieved that my pup was in great hands. Ava sent lots of pictures and updates and left the house nicer than she found it. The best! Already booking her again”


Cynthia S.

“She was great!!! Took care of copper like we would!!! Will definitely use her again”


Patrick W.
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“My pets were well taken care of! First time for us to have overnight care, we weren't worried at all. When we came home my pets didn't seem to miss us! We will use his services again!”


Ryan H.

“Thank you Ryan for taking such great care of Birdie!”


Jennifer M.
“Jennifer was FANTASTIC! She actually spent time hanging out with my dogs when house sitting. Jennifer even came back over to check on dogs when flight got in late. I will use her again! Thank you!”


Cheyenne W.

“Cheyenne has dog sat for us a few times and each time she was timely and a good communicator. We’d definitely recommend and continue to book her!”


Bailey V.

“Bailey was the perfect sitter for our dog Cooper. Bailey was polite, consistent, trustworthy, communicative and most importantly, I can tell he really enjoyed spending time with our dog. He took Cooper on walks, cuddled and played with him. He even asked if he could take Cooper to a farmers market!! We said yes of course. I recommend Bailey 100% and will be using him again in the future.”


Travis P.

“Travis is a fantastic pet sitter. He watched my puppy, my bigger, older dog, and my cat while I was in Detroit for a weekend getaway. This is my second time using Rover as my first time did not go well and now I usually am too afraid to trust anyone else with my animals. I was kept updated (but not too much) and I can tell by their mannerisms that they were well cared for. I am planning on using Travis’s services again later this summer when I’ll be gone for ten days. He is a kind, empathetic, and considerate pet sitter.”


Katelyn H.

“I was very pleased with our sitter Katelyn. I received a good handful of cute photos. Updates on their potty time and eating. Both of my pitbull's took to her and we're laying down on the couch next to her within minutes. The best part of this, was that both of my dogs ate their dinner when it was prepared for them with us being gone so long during the day. My eldest dog has a pretty good dose of separation anxiety. It does not look like he felt any anxiety at all, and I could not be more pleased. And the youngest pitbull was happy to have somebody to play with, which she began doing almost immediately. Very, very happy!!”


Khalia M.

“Twinkie enjoyed every minute. Thank you for being attentive and keeping him happy”


Stacie S.

“Stacie was fantastic. Our dogs were impeccably cared for and she anticipated additional needs at our house and asked us if she could take care of them before we asked her. She was a joy and we’ll definitely be asking her again!”


Brandon W.

“Brandon did an amazing job when the previous dog sitter cancelled on me last minute. Highly recommend .”


Bailey S.

“Bailey is a wonderful dog sitter. She listened to all my pups needs and was extremely accommodating to make the overnight stay stress free for my pup, and for me:) She communicated quickly and often, sent pictures and updates while we were gone, which again made my time away much more relaxing. I highly recommend Bailey and will be using her again in the future!!”


Stephanie C.

“We were very pleased with the service Stephanie provided for our Jack. I knew he was well cared for as she kept us updated with progress and pictures. We will be glad to use Stephanie as Jack's caregiver in the future. Kathy M.”


Justice D.
About: What sets me apart is my genuine love for animals, reliable communication, attention to detail, and the way I treat every pet like family—always. They’re a humans bestfriend <3 Pet care fits seamlessly into my life—I prioritize walking, feeding, and bonding with dogs every time I’m home. It’s routine, fulfilling, and second nature to me. In my home, I provide a cozy space, regular walks, feeding, playtime, and lots of love. I keep routines consistent and pets safe, happy, calm.


Erica S.
About: I was always had furry siblings but have graduated to a cat mama. I enjoy creating personal heavens for our companions. Reliable, punctual and kind. I have a full-time job that pays the bills but I am looking for ways to feed my soul. Overnights are great as well as drop ins. I would prefer to host at client's homes as my current home does not allow dogs. Willing to board or take cats overnight. Let's make it a sleepover!


Becky K.
“Becky has been watching my animals off and on for years! She is consistent and communicative and the animals love her! She also has worked at a vet office for many years and I feel completely comfortable knowing that she has that experience incase of any emergency. Your animals will flock to her and fall in love with her! Highly recommend!”


Lisa H.

“Lisa was super great with our pups, Penny and Sedona. They both warmed up to her immediately and Lisa made sure they were comfortable and loved while we were away. We got frequent updates and pictures which really eased our minds. Lisa also gave us peace of mind, being at the house and keeping us updated on things. She also took care of our chickens and went out of her way to get some extra treats when we ran out. We couldn't have asked for a better dog sitter/housesitter to take care of our babies and our home. We will definitely be booking with Lisa again!”


Victoria A.
“Tori is an amazing person. I have known her personally for many years but she started taking care of my fur babies about two years ago. They love her. I have a very skittish dog that will not warm up to anyone and Tori can get him to go outside for her, snuggle with her, etc. She is very loving, LOVES animals and will make sure your babies are taken care of. I know my animals can cause messes (I have 4 of them) and I always come back to my house clean and no sign of any messes (which I know she is covering for them). :) I would highly recommend Tori to anyone looking for a pet sitter. She will take care of them as if they are her own.”
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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 Park on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $50 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 Aug 2025, there are 6,252 house sitters in University Park. 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, 84% of University Park house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in University Park have an average of 13 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 Park.
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 Park 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.
