House Sitting in University Park
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1. Sarah K.

“Sarah was fantastic with Cadbury and very communicative. I highly recommend her to care for your dog!!”


2. Paola V.

“Paola was our first pet sitter since we moved to MD almost two years ago and our first time using the Rover App so we were a bit nervous but Paola came a few days before our trip to meet us and our pets and really put our mind at ease. Paola is so kind and gentle … our puppies soon warmed up to her and Paola took really good care of our pets and provided lots of pictures and communication during her stay. We will definitely ask Paola to pet sit for us again in the future! She is truly a “gem”!!!”


3. Dahlya P.

“Dee was amazing. I was super nervous leaving my senior dog and two cats for a full week, especially since this was our first time working together, but Dee totally delivered. JP, my dog, was smiling in every single photo, and it was clear he felt safe, cozy, and loved. Even my weirdo, suspicious cats warmed up to her, which honestly says a lot, lol. Dee just has that intuitive energy that animals naturally gravitate toward. She followed my care instructions, kept in touch, and made sure everyone was well fed, loved on, and relaxed. I came home to happy, healthy pets, and that’s really all I could ask for. She gives off the vibe of a passionate, animal loving 20-something who genuinely enjoys what she does. While she’s not buttoned up in that overly corporate way (which, let’s be real, is exactly why I use Rover—to support real people who actually spend time and energy on your pets), the level of care she provides is next level. You’re just not going to get that kind of attentiveness at one of those doggy daycare boxes. Dee is very sweet, incredibly responsible, super responsive, and truly locked in with your pets. I’ll absolutely be booking her again.”




4. Stephanie S.
“Stephanie is fantastic- we have worked with her multiple times and will do so again! Our senior dog now needs supplements and gentle care; Stephanie took it all in stride and provided her with exactly the care she needs, all while keeping us updated and the house in perfect shape. Thanks again!!”


5. Karina C.

“Karina is one of my (and my dog's) absolute favorites. She's incredibly attentive and gives Sassafras a wonderful experience. She communicative and shares highlights. She's been great with Sass for short stays and long ones.”


6. Rakia P.

“Rakia did a great job taking care of my two dogs during the coldest days of 2025! She kept me updated on how things were going and left the house in great shape.”


7. Stephanie A.

“Stephanie always goes above and beyond when she takes care of Luna. She is flexible, communicates very well, and pays attention to detail. She takes good care of our home as well. We are regular clients now.”


8. Steven F.

“Steven took such amazing care of my difficult senior Labrador. Steven had such patience and compassion during his first Sitting and my dog warmed up quicker than ever. He buttered him up with some mini cheeseburgers and even scratched my senior’s ears till he calmly fell asleep. I am forever grateful for Steven’s level of care and understanding to our fur babies.”


9. Coralie J.

“Coralie is one of the best dog sitters I’ve had the pleasure of working with! She cared for my two dogs so well and communicated with me every step of the way. We had the opportunity to speak before her sitting and she was so organized in providing a written schedule of when she would arrive and how long she’d stay based on the needs of my dogs. She took loads of pics and videos which made me feel at ease since we didn’t have the chance to actually meet prior to. I’ll happily be booking with Coralie again - and soon!”


10. Lilly-Christina S.

“Lilly-Christina was truly amazing! Her communication is top tier! Truly amazing. I was comforted getting all the pics shared of Gizmo while I was away. She was very flexible with scheduling which I really appreciate. Gizmo and I will definitely look to her for future pet sitting needs. Thank you Lilly-Christina!”




11. Gabrielle H.

“Gabrielle was excellent and very communicative as usual. She went above and beyond over 4th of July weekend to ease my dog’s nerves during the fireworks.”


12. Nani N.

“Nani was amazing she relieved all anxiety regarding pet sitting, Hugo and Lilly were in the most capable hands! Patient,caring and super atentive....Thank you Nani!!!”


13. William B.

“Will has been so flexible and great whenever I run into issues with traveling. With his help, I’m able to figure out any snags I run into with flights and not have to worry about if my dog will be taken care of. Thank you so much, Will! I really appreciate it.”


14. Danielle B.

“Danielle helped me in my time of need! She confirmed my last minute request and was extremely responsive. My dog loved her instantly. ❤️ I would absolutely book Danielle again”


15. Jane H.

“Jane was fantastic! She took really great care of both our cat and dog and kept us to update with everything! Such a relief to not stress about your pets while on vacation and know they’re in good hands!”


16. Shamiso M.

“Shamiso was a great house and pet sitter. She is very responsive and we felt comfortable leaving everything in her care. She sends lots of picture updates and left our home just as it was before we went on our trip. Would definitely recommend and would not hesitate to have her stay again.”


17. Shania D.

“Shania took great care of our dogs and our home. She was very communicative and responsive and followed all of the guidance we left for the dogs. We appreciated her visiting the house and meeting the dogs before we left, and all of the messages and photos she shared with us while we were away. We highly recommend Shania to care for your dog(s)!”


18. Rachel C.

“Rachel was a truly stellar house sitter/cat-watcher. My spouse and I spent nearly three weeks out of the country and hired Rachel to tend to our needy cat and house while we were away. She put us completely at ease, took wonderful care of our often-whiny kitty, and left our house in perfect condition. We received updates as often as we wanted and it was clear from the photos we received that Rachel has a wonderful touch with animals and was well-loved by our cat. We would hire her again in an instant; her services were well worth the cost.”


19. Zack H.

“Zack was great! I needed a house sitter for my two muppets on somewhat short notice, and he was a very patient, generous, and attentive sitter for my senior dog and my more anxious dog. He was a great caretaker for the house too, and brought in my packages for the days I was out of town.”


20. William H.

“Will is great! He made us first-time Rover users very comfortable leaving Dottie with him for the weekend! Walks, frisbee time, cuddles, and lots of photoshoots for Mom:)”
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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 May 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 May 2025, there are 9,402 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, 86% 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.
