House Sitting in University Square, Tampa
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“Jordan was fantastic. She took great care of our dog and our house while we were out of town. She provided regular updates and great pictures of our pup. We would absolutely recommend Jordan to all of our friends!”


“Ana is very responsive, and during her stay, communicated daily with pictures. She also arrived on time and even offered to stay longer, if needed. I came home to happy babies and a clean house. She was also very intentional at leaving some lights on so we would not come home to a dark house. I would absolutely hire Ana again for future services and would highly recommend her if anyone is looking for trustworthy sitter.”


“We have used Rebecca several times to watch our dogs and our home, and as always she doesn’t disappoint. She keeps us updated and sends us photos of our fur babies. We love her and so do our dogs!”


“Aliyah is a pleasure and appreciate her animal magic and proactive sitting service. Timely and responsive communication is definitely a welcome surprise. Strongly recommend.”


“Keyla was wonderful with my golden retriever Freja. She let me know when she was there and took pictures to show how happy Freja was with her. When I got home Freja was happy as can be and not stressed that I had been gone for the weekend.”


About: As a lifelong big guy and animal lover, I bring calm, confident, consistent care to pets of all sizes and ages with experience with men's, mobility, grooming, and affection routines. I care for my own fur children but my current work doesn't require my attention for more than couple hours a day so I am very open to scheduling arrangements around any time frame. My girls thrive in a calm and consistent environment so that's exactly what I try my best to provide. I prioritize safety at all times, keeping steady routines, closely monitor behavior, and always using pet-safe products. I am always mindful of entrances (mostly not to hit my head) leashes, and feeding times, and I'll never leave pets unattended. I like to build trust with animals through quiet presence, patience, and clear intentions communicated. My goal is to make your animal companion feel secure, comfortable, and cared for like family.

“Rhoda did a great job taking care of my cat while I was on vacation! She went above and beyond and by the pictures she sent I could tell my cat was enjoying his “vacation” as well. I will definitely be booking her for future sittings! Thank you, Rhoda!”


About: My name is Estefany, throughout my life I have been accompanied by animals of all kinds, dogs, cats, monkeys, birds (hens and chicks specifically), ducks, parakeets, macaws, and others. However, during my most important stages I have been accompanied by faithful canine friends. Each pet that comes into our home is treated like one of the family. I have experience in caring for dogs with special needs, careful feeding, experienced with dogs from nursing new borns to senior dogs with a variety of different needs, grooming as well as potty and obedience training. I also love baking home made dog cookies for my personal dog in my spare time. I currently work part-time from home so I have extra time to care for, pamper, walk, exercise and provide the appropriate and necessary care for your furry friend. I am available to offer accommodation every day, starting at _6am_:_8pm_ I speak Spanish and English. My English is basic and i practice everyday to improve. At home we have a BIG fenced in yard that is reinforced all the way around for security and lots of fun things to do and explore in the yard. Inside we have a four bedroom house and each area is unique to accommodate every kind of dog. We dont like to use crates unless requested and we also keep all dogs separate unless requested otherwise (we have a sweet one year old poodle who has never met a dog who isn't her best friend as is willing interact with any family wanting their dogs to make new friends). We have beds for our dog friends to take a nap, although if your dog prefers his bed, no problem. Cleanliness and hygiene is very important here to keep everyone safe (I have enough bowls at home, as well as toys for dog guests), although if your dog has a preference, there is no problem. We are always willing to send updates on how its going and all the fun they are having!

“Brooke watched our golden and our home for two weeks and was amazing! She sent lots of pictures and updates. After our first long vacation sitter was a disaster last year it was wonderful not worrying about a thing! We will definitely book her again!”


About: I have dogs since I was a baby so I have been around pets my entire life. I have done training with pets as well as puppy potty training! I am also a nanny/babysitter so I am quick on my feet and know how to have lots of fun! I am a student at school and currently on break for the summer so I am available all weekends and week mornings. Typically Monday- Friday at 8am-2pm and 7pm-12pm as well as anytime at weekends. I can care for pets in any way that is necessary for the client. I am very happy with long walks or running around outside as well as snuggling on the couch with less active furry friends. Whatever the client wants, I am extremely happy to achieve

About: Ive owned and cared for dogs and cats my whole life. I cared for sick pets so i know how to administer drugs and handle them. I treat all animal as if theyre my own. I love to exercise and the best exercise buddy is always a dog! Doing this for extra money plus i love animals. I work from home so i have a lot of extra time to do this. I love animals and i think this is a great job for meeting new pet friends and keeping healthy I have a house with a big backyard. Our dogs and cats are separate in their own cozy spaces. I rescue Especially sick animals. I have some vet experience. I have cared for many pets ranging from dogs, cats, lizards and bunnies

“Jennifer was amazing! Very thorough updates and always sent pictures. I could tell my cat was very happy with her as well. Would definitely re-book in the future. Thank you, Jennifer!”


“Adriana was amazing! Our dog is very nervous and has separation anxiety, and Adriana took the extra time and care to make sure she felt safe and well looked after. We were updated with photos and texts frequently and knowing how well Adriana looked after our baby gave us the peace of mind to enjoy our trip. Will be booking again!”


“Tina was absolutely wonderful!! we went out of town for football and she stayed the night with my two. Great Danes. She is neat, meticulous, and most of all my shining star from here on out!! Will never use anyone else. She gets 10 stars!!”



“Great job with two 100+ lbs dogs who are not socialized. Came over for a meet and greet and got nipped in the hand by my precious Canary Mastiff. Didn’t faze him. Sat down and got barked at for twenty mins before the dogs chilled! Totally reliable and trustworthy service! Hoping Marcus will help again during extended vacations!!”


“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’ve had the pleasure of booking Melody twice now for overnight house sitting with our two large, well-trained dogs and one cat, and she is truly a gem. From the first stay, she impressed us with her professionalism, communication, and genuine care. During her first booking, one of our dogs was recovering from surgery. Melody made sure he received every dose of his medication on time and followed our feeding instructions to the letter. We came home to happy, healthy pets and a spotless home. Melody stayed at our house for the full duration of each booking, bringing along some of her own meals and snacks so she could focus entirely on our pets’ needs. She’s not currently driving, so we handled pick-up and drop-off, which was no inconvenience at all. What really sets Melody apart is the peace of mind she brings. It truly feels like leaving your pets with a trusted aunt or family member—they’re loved, respected, and cared for as if they were her own. She has mentioned that she’s not a fit for overly wild or jumpy animals, but our dogs are calm, respectful, and obedient, which made for an easy, positive experience all around. Both times we returned to a tidy home, well-exercised pets, and clear updates during our time away. Melody is dependable, attentive, and trustworthy, and we would happily recommend her to anyone seeking a sitter who genuinely puts the well-being of your pets first. We’ll definitely be booking her again.”

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Zach M.

“Zach was incredibly professional and a great communicator. He listened intently to my pets routines and made sure they each had their needs met.”


Jordan P.Star Sitter

“Jordan was fantastic. She took great care of our dog and our house while we were out of town. She provided regular updates and great pictures of our pup. We would absolutely recommend Jordan to all of our friends!”


Ana M.Star Sitter

“Ana is very responsive, and during her stay, communicated daily with pictures. She also arrived on time and even offered to stay longer, if needed. I came home to happy babies and a clean house. She was also very intentional at leaving some lights on so we would not come home to a dark house. I would absolutely hire Ana again for future services and would highly recommend her if anyone is looking for trustworthy sitter.”


Rebecca A.


“We have used Rebecca several times to watch our dogs and our home, and as always she doesn’t disappoint. She keeps us updated and sends us photos of our fur babies. We love her and so do our dogs!”


Aliyah W.

“Aliyah is a pleasure and appreciate her animal magic and proactive sitting service. Timely and responsive communication is definitely a welcome surprise. Strongly recommend.”


Keyla F.

“Keyla was wonderful with my golden retriever Freja. She let me know when she was there and took pictures to show how happy Freja was with her. When I got home Freja was happy as can be and not stressed that I had been gone for the weekend.”


Ryan C.
“Ryan has cared for our cats while we were away multiple times and has always done an exemplary job. Ryan is a caring and compassionate individual and has always been an animal lover. Ryan has many pets of his own and has the experience and knowledge to care for any animal he is tasked to sit for.”


Rhoda S.Star Sitter

“Rhoda did a great job taking care of my cat while I was on vacation! She went above and beyond and by the pictures she sent I could tell my cat was enjoying his “vacation” as well. I will definitely be booking her for future sittings! Thank you, Rhoda!”


Estefany D.Star Sitter
About: My name is Estefany, throughout my life I have been accompanied by animals of all kinds, dogs, cats, monkeys, birds (hens and chicks specifically), ducks, parakeets, macaws, and others. However, during my most important stages I have been accompanied by faithful canine friends. Each pet that comes into our home is treated like one of the family. I have experience in caring for dogs with special needs, careful feeding, experienced with dogs from nursing new borns to senior dogs with a variety of different needs, grooming as well as potty and obedience training. I also love baking home made dog cookies for my personal dog in my spare time. I currently work part-time from home so I have extra time to care for, pamper, walk, exercise and provide the appropriate and necessary care for your furry friend. I am available to offer accommodation every day, starting at _6am_:_8pm_ I speak Spanish and English. My English is basic and i practice everyday to improve. At home we have a BIG fenced in yard that is reinforced all the way around for security and lots of fun things to do and explore in the yard. Inside we have a four bedroom house and each area is unique to accommodate every kind of dog. We dont like to use crates unless requested and we also keep all dogs separate unless requested otherwise (we have a sweet one year old poodle who has never met a dog who isn't her best friend as is willing interact with any family wanting their dogs to make new friends). We have beds for our dog friends to take a nap, although if your dog prefers his bed, no problem. Cleanliness and hygiene is very important here to keep everyone safe (I have enough bowls at home, as well as toys for dog guests), although if your dog has a preference, there is no problem. We are always willing to send updates on how its going and all the fun they are having!


Olivia H.


“Olivia was amazing with my Great Dane , sent pictures of my baby while she took care of him ! He enjoyed her as well . Thanks Olivia for taking care of my babies !”


Brooke B.

“Brooke watched our golden and our home for two weeks and was amazing! She sent lots of pictures and updates. After our first long vacation sitter was a disaster last year it was wonderful not worrying about a thing! We will definitely book her again!”


Jersey R.
“Jersey has looked after our 2 dogs many times and I can’t say enough about her. She is a responsible and loving pet sitter/walker and our fur babies are always happy in her care.”


Joel G.
About: Ive owned and cared for dogs and cats my whole life. I cared for sick pets so i know how to administer drugs and handle them. I treat all animal as if theyre my own. I love to exercise and the best exercise buddy is always a dog! Doing this for extra money plus i love animals. I work from home so i have a lot of extra time to do this. I love animals and i think this is a great job for meeting new pet friends and keeping healthy I have a house with a big backyard. Our dogs and cats are separate in their own cozy spaces. I rescue Especially sick animals. I have some vet experience. I have cared for many pets ranging from dogs, cats, lizards and bunnies


Jennifer L.

“Jennifer was amazing! Very thorough updates and always sent pictures. I could tell my cat was very happy with her as well. Would definitely re-book in the future. Thank you, Jennifer!”


Adriana M.

“Adriana was amazing! Our dog is very nervous and has separation anxiety, and Adriana took the extra time and care to make sure she felt safe and well looked after. We were updated with photos and texts frequently and knowing how well Adriana looked after our baby gave us the peace of mind to enjoy our trip. Will be booking again!”


Brittani S.

“Brittani was awesome! My pup got plenty of love and attention while I was gone. I would definitely rebook.”




Bonnie C.
Star Sitter


“The dogs and I were very happy with Bonnie. They communicated often and took good care of them. We’ve already booked another service with them!”


Tina W.Star Sitter

“Tina was absolutely wonderful!! we went out of town for football and she stayed the night with my two. Great Danes. She is neat, meticulous, and most of all my shining star from here on out!! Will never use anyone else. She gets 10 stars!!”




Marcus S.

“Great job with two 100+ lbs dogs who are not socialized. Came over for a meet and greet and got nipped in the hand by my precious Canary Mastiff. Didn’t faze him. Sat down and got barked at for twenty mins before the dogs chilled! Totally reliable and trustworthy service! Hoping Marcus will help again during extended vacations!!”


Melody P.

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’ve had the pleasure of booking Melody twice now for overnight house sitting with our two large, well-trained dogs and one cat, and she is truly a gem. From the first stay, she impressed us with her professionalism, communication, and genuine care. During her first booking, one of our dogs was recovering from surgery. Melody made sure he received every dose of his medication on time and followed our feeding instructions to the letter. We came home to happy, healthy pets and a spotless home. Melody stayed at our house for the full duration of each booking, bringing along some of her own meals and snacks so she could focus entirely on our pets’ needs. She’s not currently driving, so we handled pick-up and drop-off, which was no inconvenience at all. What really sets Melody apart is the peace of mind she brings. It truly feels like leaving your pets with a trusted aunt or family member—they’re loved, respected, and cared for as if they were her own. She has mentioned that she’s not a fit for overly wild or jumpy animals, but our dogs are calm, respectful, and obedient, which made for an easy, positive experience all around. Both times we returned to a tidy home, well-exercised pets, and clear updates during our time away. Melody is dependable, attentive, and trustworthy, and we would happily recommend her to anyone seeking a sitter who genuinely puts the well-being of your pets first. We’ll definitely be booking her again.”
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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 Square.
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 Square 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.
