House Sitting In Upper West Side Manhattan, NY
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Top rated Upper West Side house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Olivia took such great care of our dogs and cats while we were away! She was very communicative and sent adorable photos which put us at ease while we were out of town. Thank you!!”
“Razan did a wonderful job sitting for our pups as well as our place! My pups can be particular and she adapted to them and their quirks well - she had great communication and gave lots of pics and updates!”
“Ammon has been incredibly kind, conscientious, communicative, and courteous with my complicated loaf of a bulldog Ziggy. I know Manhattan is a challenging place to own a dog, but I also know that finding good, reliable care is hard to come by. I highly recommend Ammon for all of your dogsitting needs.”
“Alejandra was an amazing dog sitter! Prior to the weekend, she asked a lot of questions to make sure she knew everything she needed to take the best care of Levi. She sent numerous update videos and pictures to let me know how Levi was doing and continued to communicate very well! I’ll definitely be booking with Alejandra again!!”
“Once again Adolfo took excellent care of my dog. He noticed he was acting unusually and sent video right away for me to assess the situation. Thank you again Adolfo for caring for Hendrix.”
“Caroline came to the rescue last minute for house sitting! Her response was fast! She is also super professional. She did a great job looking after my cat and my apartment. I hope to book her again in the future. Thank you Caroline!”
“Desiree was wonderful with Scooby! He clearly loved spending time with her, and they seemed to have a great time together. She was great with communication, kept me updated, and was very caring and attentive. Would absolutely book with her again!”
About: Hello! I’d love to be your pet’s bestie. I have extensive experience caring for cats and litters of kittens from birth to eight weeks, subbing in for Humane Society foster friends when they were out of town. I also have 10+ years of experience walking, feeding and playing with dogs of all ages and sizes, including my own dogs (Golden Retrievers!) growing up. It brings me so much joy to see every animal's unique personality shine through when they are in my care, and I strive to make every pet feel as comfortable, safe and content as possible. I currently work part time, so I have plenty of space in my schedule to play with your pups or kitties! Whether it’s a walk or a visit to your home, I’d love to spend quality time with your pet. I can play with your cats and provide enrichment to keep them busy. For dogs, depending on their reactivity, I would be happy to bring them on walks of any length, for exercise or to go potty. If your home needs a light tidy or your pet makes a mess, I'd also be happy to clean that up for you.
“Deise was great , she is a lovely person ! We are so happy to have her taking care of Baily !! We will call her again when coming back to New York ! Baily was very safe with her . Deise was always on time , she hepled a lot . Thank you very much , Deise 🌸❄️”
“My elderly temperamental dog loved her time with Adeib. She immediately took to him, something that rarely happens. He kept me regularly up to date and I think the two of them had a great time. Would definitely book with Adeib again.”
“Marianne was great with our senior cat on a long trip. We knew we could trust her since she has a senior cat of her own. She administered his eye drops perfectly. We highly recommend. Thank you Marianne!”
“Scooby had such a great time with Chelsea. He felt comfortable with her right away, and they played so much together. It was really reassuring to see how relaxed and happy he was with her. You can tell she genuinely cares and is great with dogs - will absolutely book with her again.”
“We can’t recommend Collin enough! This was our first time using Rover, so we were a little nervous, but he made the experience so easy and reassuring from the start! He came by a few days before to meet us and Bruce, which we really appreciated and was so kind and accommodating throughout. Collin also kept us updated with pictures while we were away, which was such a nice touch and gave us so much peace of mind!! We’re so grateful to have found our new sitter for Bruce!!”
“Aida was a wonderful pet sitter! She sent pictures and kept in communication with us regarding all details! The pets and house were in perfect shape when we came home. She made sure they were well fed and the house was so clean! We hope to hire her in the future!”
“Adam is a fantastic sitter and walker - would highly recommend! Extremely communicative and responsive, and was very patient with my active dog. Adam took the time to understand my dog’s unique needs and did everything he could to make sure my dog was as happy and comfortable as possible.”
“THE BEST DOG SITTER EVER!!!!!! She was responsive, gave frequent updates, was so attentive, took our doggo on adventures, was respectful to our house, and went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable while we were away. I will 100% be booking with her in the future. Thank you so much!”
About: I have experience watching dogs and cats for friends and family since I was 15 (also parakeets and even a chicken)! I provided care to animals of all sizes from working at Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary for 2 years as an animal caregiving intern. I volunteered at Sean Casey Animal Rescue walking dogs of all sizes. I am a graduate from Vassar College, taking a gap year before I start law school (hopefully to be an animal rights lawyer!) I will have very open availability to take care of your pets on all days and at all times! I am capable of caring for animals with all personalities. From very shy to extremely outgoing, I can form close bonds with all animals through individualized care and attention.
Upper West Side pet parents share their Rover experiences
Mary was great with our shy rescue and spent a full day with him while we had to attend an event. She was wonderful with staying in contact and letting us know that he was safe and happy. So relieved that we found someone we can trust with our little sweetheart.
I was very happy with Caroline as my pet sitter. It was my first time leaving my dog with a stranger and I was nervous. Caroline was very communicative and professional, and really put my mind at ease. I wrote up a long list of info/instructions and she didn't act like I was crazy! She was punctual. She left my apartment in perfect condition and my dog clearly had a fine time (he always has a little anxiety when I pack a suitcase but she clearly managed it well). I will definitely use Caroline again!
Allen was very patient with Major (as was Bean, Allen’s Goldendoodle). He achieved what I thought was impossible: he tired my boy out! They spent a lot of time outside (taking him for walks and bike rides) and quality cuddle times. When my flight was delayed, Allen was very flexible about staying late until I arrived. For my first time leaving Major, he was in great hands with Allen. I got the pics and vids to prove it!
This was my first time leaving Ruffles with someone, Mint’s puppy experience was a big plus and great reviews. I also had a wonderful experience, he’s super nice and great communication; I felt at ease. Arrived promptly and stayed an extra 10 minutes as I was running late back. I received updates and photos and really felt a-okay for the first time being away. Ruffles was in good spirits when I arrived home and slept through the night. I will be hiring again!
This was our second time booking Alice and Ethan to watch Mango, and we honestly couldn't ask for better sitters! We were away in Ireland for our wedding, and having them look after Mango gave us total peace of mind. Alice and Ethan were incredibly proactive and efficient at figuring out Mango’s needs whenever anything came up. They sent constant updates and were so patient with his initially shy personality. They were also super prompt with his feeding schedule and medical needs, including his inhaler. Mango was so incredibly happy the entire time. We are so glad to have found them and cannot recommend them highly enough!
Anxhela is incredible. My dog is usually very anxious, but he warmed up to her almost instantly — something that never happens. She kept me updated the entire time and was so communicative and responsive. It’s clear she genuinely loves dogs and has a special ability to connect with them, which gave me so much comfort while I was away. I came home to a spotless apartment, thoughtful touches, and even a sweet card. She truly went above and beyond and I can't recommend her enough.
Violetta took great care of Scooby. Communication was excellent throughout, and I really appreciated the many photos and updates she sent, which gave me peace of mind while I was away. She was reliable, attentive, and clearly cared about making sure Scooby was comfortable. I would be happy to book with her again.
We could not have had a better experience tan what we had with Mariah. She made sure our dog was safe, happy, and doted on. Our old lady has a couple of medicine routines and Mariah remained firmly on top of them. We got numerous updates with a happy, smiling bulldog. When we came back our place was perfectly kept and our dog was already missing her!
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House Sitting FAQs
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 Upper West Side.
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. Upper West Side 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.
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