House Sitting in University Row, Dayton, OH
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1. Leesa H.
“Leesa was wonderful with our girls! She always sent updates throughout the day and made sure that we knew how well they were being taken care of. Leesa took the time out of her day to visit with our dogs a few times even before our vacation so she could get to know them, and so they would be comfortable with her. After a long day of traveling home we came home to a clean house, handwritten note, and two happy dogs :) We will be booking with Leesa again for any upcoming vacations that we may have!”


2. Monroe B.

“Monroe did an amazing job taking care of my dogs and was very flexible. I have a lot of anxiety leaving them and she did a good job checking in and letting me know how they were doing. Definitely would book with her again!”


3. sophie l.

“Sophie was amazing with our pups. They have missed her since we got home. Dogs had plenty of attention and she even took them on a walk. Will definitely use her again!”


4. casey h.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 6 and I’m great with all sizes, breeds and ages as I’ve helped multiple dogs give birth and I’ve also taken care of geriatric dogs. I have volunteered at Our Farm Sanctuary and I foster for The Rescue Haven My life has always been surrounded by dogs, I love my animals more than anything. The first thing I do when I wake up is take care of the dogs, take them on a walk and then give them their breakfast and enrichment bowls/mats. I base my daily routine off my pets! I have fenced in yard and three fixed golden retrievers that are sweethearts. If you use a crate, I do ask that you provide that as I only have 2 of my own and they are occupied by my two youngest dogs. I have to crate Tucker and Dixie because they will eat anything when they’re bored, INCLUDING a wall 🤣 the crate will be cleaned and sanitized before pickup. I also ask that you provide your own food, that way there’s no upset bellies! I have plenty of natural treats if you’re okay with your dog having them


5. Tatum L.

“Tatum is a wonderful pet sitter! It is so nice to be able to travel and have peace of mind that your pets are well taken care of. She sends photos and texts daily, which is very much appreciated. I will definitely be reaching out to Tatum the next time we travel.”


6. Mia S.

“Mia was awesome when she stayed at our house to watch our 2 dogs. She sent updates and pictures, and made sure they were well taken care of all weekend! I would recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter! My dogs seemed so happy with her!”


7. Christina D.

“Christina did a good job with my dog. She was responsive and checked for my expectations. She also was flexible to handle some meds admin that had to get added to the task list at the last minute. I would recommend her to others.”


8. David D.

“David is an excellent pet sitter! I have used him twice and have been pleased with how many updates and pictures I get! My dog is fairly shy and David gave him the time to adjust and won him over with many treats.”


9. Katharine V.

“Katharine was great!! We had a short one night trip but Katharine was great to work with and took great care of our pets. She checked in about our travel plans, gave great updates and was very communicative! We’ll definitely use Katharine again for future travels!”


10. Deborah L.

“Deborah was so sweet and caring of the dogs. Our babies are very large and can be intimidating if you don't give them a chance to show that they are loving, but she handled meeting them with care and confidence and they took to her almost immediately. She was respectful of our home, cleaned up after the dogs who are very messy/dirty, and also took care of the fish while we were away. Our newfoundland with separation anxiety is acting normal now that we're home, whereas he usually acts sick when we leave him alone for only 5-8 hours; so we know he was given lots of love and attention. Thank you Deborah!”


11. Sara O.

“Sara was great with my pup and sent daily picture updates. She asked questions as she needed to and was very communicative overall. I even had a small disaster at my house while I was away and she handled it like a champ. Left everything neat and in order upon my return. I would definitely use her again.”


12. Claire W.

“Claire did such a wonderful job house sitting and taking care of my cat and tropical fish. She is an excellent communicator providing text updates with pictures. She’s also quick to respond with questions. She’s very clean and left the house cleaner than when she found it. What a wonderful house and pet sitter! Highly recommend!”


13. Michael K.
“Michael has been a great pet sitter for all of our pets, from cats and dogs, to guinea pigs and iguanas-he is great! He is a great communicator and will give your pet the love and care they need, all while keeping you updated on how they are doing. I would highly recommend Michael!”


14. Yolena M.

“This was my 1st time using Rover and having a dog sitter that comes to my house. Yolena was very great with caring for my 3 dogs. She gave me daily reports and addressed any concerns or questions I had. I plan on using her services again in the future.”


15. Petey P.

“Petey was absolutely amazing with my two pups. He checked in with us multiple times a day and when one of our dogs wasn’t feeling well he did a wonderful job of taking care of her. He will definitely be our 1st choice dog sitter moving forward.”


16. Brooke H.


“Brooke did an amazing job taking care of my pups! She made sure they got plenty of exercise daily before all the rain during my trip. She provided pictures and videos to show me they were doing great. I definitely recommend her and will be rebooking for future needs.”


17. Victoria S.

“Victoria was so great with our puppy during his first time with us away from home. He’s very skeptical of strangers, but we got pictures of them snuggling on the couch the next day! We were able to relax on our trip knowing that he was well taken care of.”


18. Tyler D.

“She was great with our dog and this was our first time using this app and it was perfect t . Definitely will request her again.”


19. Jadyn D.

“Jadyn was our first dog sitter experience and we couldn’t be happier. We had so much anxiety going on vacation with a brand new puppy. Jadyn had a metal fencing for him, sent pictures and videos of him going on his very first walk and put our worries at ease. We’ll definitely use her again and would recommend her services. We appreciate making our vacation so much for relaxing. ☺️”


20. Heavyn-Ley F.
“Heavyn-Ley is excellent with animals! She is a very loving and cheerful person! She watched our 7 year old cat named Chi Chi. She requires a lot of care, she gets an insulin shot once a day and is on a special diet. Heavyn-Ley kept her on schedule. And followed every instruction that we left for her. She also cared for our 2 year old poodle named Bennie. She made sure that she took him out 4 times a day and gave him his food/water and treats. She brushed him and everything! She is very professional and makes sure to treat your fur babies like they are her own!”
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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 Row on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $40 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 Jul 2024, there are 451 house sitters in University Row. 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, 92% of University Row house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in University Row have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Row.
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 Row 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.
