House Sitting in West Congress, Austin, TX
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Top rated West Congress house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Christine has been a great sitter for my two dogs- one who can be very slow to trust sitters and she always keeps me informed with pictures and dogs are happy!”
“The most wonderful sitter for our pets! Always sends the best pictures and is great with updates. Sadly we’re moving and can’t take Misha with us! We’ve been so lucky to have you. Thank you again!”
“Dina was fantastic with our pups! She was communicative and sent lots of pictures during her stay. She left our place so clean and the pups really enjoyed spending time with her. We will certainly be using her again in the future.”
About: Hi! My name is Kate and I live in South Austin. I’m looking for a rewarding way to earn a little extra cash and love on some fur babies while I’m at it. I have years of experience pet sitting for friends and family, as well as years of experience with pets of my own. I currently have two dogs and four cats back home and miss them so much. I would love it if you’d let me love on yours, whether that’s through a walk, some playtime, or a drop in visit for some cuddles! As someone with pets of my own that mean the world to me, I understand how stressful it can be to put yours in the hands of someone you don’t know well. That’s why I want to assure you I will go above and beyond to make sure your cats and dogs are happy, taken care of, cuddled, and of course, safe! I’m currently working from home, so my schedule is flexible! I’m also usually here on weekends and happy to take care of your pets on those days, too. I absolutely love loving on cats and dogs, whether that’s with some downtime and cuddles on the couch or some playtime with their favorite toys! As long as your pet isn’t picky about personal space, I’ll always take my time to show them extra attention.
“Ana stayed with Mara overnight at my house and was such a great sitter. She provided thorough updates, asked thoughtful questions, and sent me lots of photos of my girl. I am so excited to have found such a trustworthy sitter!”
“I hired Kelsy to dog sit / home stay for my 8 year old German Shepard mix, Ora. She did a great job and left my place as I left it. Would definitely ask her back.”
“Shelby was absolutely incredible with our pets! We got great updates and it was clear Shelby was really looking after them and bonding with both our dog and cat. Would book again in an instant!”
“Nicole is the Best, she goes above and beyond to help me with Cubbie. She's become part of our family and she is so appreciated by me and Cubbie. Happy Holidays Nicole!!!”
“Juliana took great care of our Tuff, Toby, and Titus! On top of letting our dog in the back yard a view times during a couple of overnights, she took him for lengthy walks and send pictures. I really appreciate her and recommend her.”
“Kim was so great taking care of Hazel! Lots of updates and patience! Hazel takes some time to warm up and she had a great time with Kim! Also left the house in excellent shape. Definitely 5 stars and highly highly recommend!”
“Shanda is always so amazing with our dog Wilbur. She goes above and beyond to make sure he is happy and well cared for. I really appreciate how communicative she is. She asks great questions and shares regular updates with lots of photos/videos. We really can’t speak more highly of Shanda!”
“Matt did a great job taking care of our cat and dog! I’m always nervous leaving them behind when going out of town, but Matt was communicate and made me feel at ease. T hey and our house were well taken care of!”
“Alexa is by far the BEST pet sitter we have ever had. We came home to happy dogs and a clean house! Never worried for one second that everyone wasn’t being well taken care of. Totally recommend her and would definitely book her again. Thank you ever so much!!!!”
“Ariana house sat for me and did a wonderful job! My dog, Moose, has separation anxiety, and she was so attentive - sending me regular updates, taking him on walks, and reassuring me that he was doing well. I came home to a happy pup and a tidy house. I’d definitely book with her again!”
“Lauren took care of our three pets (1 small dog and 2 cats) for a long weekend and she was fabulous. She was very responsive, great with our pets (they felt very comfortable with her), and she kept me up to date on everything while we were away. She also cleaned up the house before she left which I really appreciated! I felt like I could totally trust her in our home and would definitely love to have her come back in the future!”
“We have worked with a lot of different Rover’s and Robin was one of the best. On time, good communication, and followed our instructions really well. Would definitely recommend.”
West Congress pet parents share their Rover experiences
Robin stayed overnight with Alfie and Cachi, and we couldn’t be happier with the care they received. She was attentive, reliable, and clearly loves what she does. Alfie and Cachi were happy, comfortable, and well taken care of, and Robin kept us updated which gave us total peace of mind. We came home to happy doggies and a great experience overall. We would absolutely book with her again and highly recommend Robin!
This is the third time Amanda has taken care of Teddy. She is reliable, loving, and responsible. I know my dog is in such good hands and don’t worry for a minute about him. I know he’s getting good exercise and lots of affection. This sit was no exception. Thank you, Amanda, for going the extra mile in sending photos and videos and checking in with me about how he’s doing. He sure loves you and I sure love having you work for us!
Jewel was great with my senior pup, Missy! She even found some creative ways to get her to eat, which I’m still doing because it worked so well. Jewel truly cared and I can’t recommend her enough! I was so nervous to leave Missy behind with someone other than family, but she was great and provided updates while I was away.
Alexa exceeded my expectations. I just moved across the country and don’t know any sitters, my dog is a senior with health issues and very particular needs/care plan, so I really don’t love leaving her these days. But Alexa left my dog and my house in better condition than she found them! Alexa is attentive, conscientious, knowledgeable, confident, communicative, friendly, and tidy. She gave my dog massages, sent regular photos, videos, and updates, understood and followed my dog’s care plan precisely, and even prepped her food and supplements for the day I forgot 🤦♀️ She dealt with potty accidents and an unconventional bed situation with absolute grace. She cleaned and organized my home, which is so lovely to come home to. And when I walked in, my dog was more zen than I’ve ever seen her when I get home from being out of town. Alexa is worth every penny. There is a reason she’s always booked!!!
Words cannot express how much peace Erika provided my family with her loving awesome care for Peaches & Butters!!!!!! I will forever be grateful to her for her help with our pups while on our very long needed last minute trip when my usual sitters were not available! If you want someone to love your pets/ family members like you do… choose Erika! THANK YOU ERIKA
Shanna is incredibly attentive and detail-oriented — a true natural with dogs. She thoroughly reviewed my care notes, asked thoughtful clarifying questions, and followed everything exactly as needed, which immediately gave me peace of mind. She has a calming presence that was perfect for my anxious pup, and honestly, I’m not sure my dog was even excited to see me when I got home (which I take as the highest compliment). I felt completely secure knowing my dog was in such capable, caring hands. I look forward to working with her in the future!
Melissa is an absolute angel! She took the best care of our two little girls. She was super communicative, asked great questions, and went above and beyond to ensure our girls were well taken care of and we were anxiety-free. So grateful!! Thank you, Melissa!! ❤️
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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 West Congress.
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. West Congress 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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