House Sitting West Haven
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“Liam had been SO GREAT with my strong, crazy dog! he's super reliable, very communicative with us, and very capable and calm with Luna. He's also done a great job staying in our home. Very grateful!!!”
About: I’ve been around dogs my entire life. I have had a dog at home since I was a kid and have taken care of family members dogs as well. I am currently a student athlete so I am always on the move but have free time typically in the late afternoon to take care of any animals. I will always keep an eye on your dog while we are outside. And can take them where ever they need to go in any types of environments
“We LOVE having Ellyana & Alexander watch Finn - they are wonderful caretakers of both Finn and our house. It’s such peace of mind to travel now! Our dog is a shy dog and he clearly loves Ellyana & Alexander - thank you!”
“I needed a house and dogsitter for a week with very short notice due to a death in the family. Matt came over within 14 hours of me reaching out. He stayed at my house and took care of my two dogs for 8 days. He left the house exactly as I did. He sent me multiple photos and updates each day and was good to my dogs. Appreciate it.”
About: I’ve had multiple pets throughout my life whom I loved and took care of well through all stages of their lives. I’ve worked with dogs on basic commands and cared for my dog that passed from years of cancer. Most of my care was toward my own pets, but I love all animals! I am currently home for the summer, and I have a pretty open schedule to walk, check in on, and pet sit! My schedule is very flexible to work with whatever time I’m needed. I have a fenced in yard with grass, as well as a pool in the backyard. I no longer have any pets of my own, but many toys!
“Jen is our preferred dog walker and for good reason. She's very personable and trust worthy. Brooklyn (our dog) is a fan of hers and we look forward to her caring for him in the future.”
About: Experienced caring for friends' pets, making sure they feel safe, well-fed, comfortable, and loved while their owners are away. All furbabies are loved infinitely here. I currently work from home, so I have a pretty flexible routine, 5 days a week. I am available weekly and also weekends mostly anytime I follow each pet's routine, provide food and fresh water, ensure exercise and playtime, give plenty of attention, and keep owners updated regularly with texts and pictures!
About: I've raised and cared for several breeds of dogs, large and small for about 20 years. I am a true dog lover and I believe its important to connect with them. I am very attentive to their needs. Body rubs and ear scratches are unlimited. I have experience with special needs pups as well. I do have experience giving medications if needed. I once was a volunteer and foster parent with Yorkie 911 Rescue. I also have experience with very shy dogs and I have extreme patience. My home is quiet during most of the day for those pups who need total relaxation or for those senior pups who just prefers quiet. I also have experience grooming small dogs up to 15 pounds. Dog care fits naturally into my daily routine because I work from home and can provide consistent supervision throughout the day. I can structure my day around the dogs’ needs, including feeding, potty breaks, playtime, walks, rest periods, and plenty of attention. I am comfortable maintaining a regular schedule and making sure each dog feels safe, comfortable, and cared for. I can also provide additional supervision and care throughout the week based on each dog’s individual needs and routine. My balcony is a clean, secure, and dog-friendly space where dogs can safely enjoy fresh air and supervised outdoor time. It includes a designated potty area, enclosed with strong netting with chicken wire. along with comfortable cots and lounging furniture where dogs can relax, have fresh air and sun bathe, The balcony is located directly outside my home office, where I work, allowing me to keep a close eye on the dogs throughout the day. Dogs are never left unattended on the balcony. I also have cameras throughout the apartment for additional monitoring and pet gates closing off forbidden areas. The space is kept clean, organized, and free of hazards, providing small/medium dogs with a comfortable and secure area to relax, play, and get some fresh air.
“Taylor was AWESOME! Last minute scramble for travel plans left us scrambling for help that didn't involve boarding the pups. We landed on Rover.com for the first time, and to the rescue, Taylor was there for us! She did a fantastic job watching the house and the dogs for us for the weekend. Kept us up to date throughout the weekend on how the dogs were, took them for their walks, they were in excellent hands. Thank you Taylor, the dogs spent the day looking around, wondering where their new best friend was!”
“Ali was great! Having to deal with a very skittish dog, that is afraid of almost everything and especially quick movements and loud noises, Ali took the task and before we knew it, my dog Jinx was sleeping with her and would come when called. I suggested using a lead on Jinx in the "honeymoon phase", just in case Jinx decided to hide under the bed and not come out, but that didn't happen. Jinx took her time and hid for a few hours, before approaching Ali, who was very patient. I highly recommend Ali, but now I'm afraid that I won't be able to put her on the books for the future, she is "that" special.”
“Nick was great with our new puppy. First time using the app for us, so we were pretty apprehensive. But our dog seemed to really like him, we booked for a 4 hour block and he took her on her longest walk yet, we were very happy. Definitely will be using Nick in the future.”
About: We are kinda new to this but we are willing to pet sit and do any tasks you ask of us that are within reason. My wife has owned a lot of pets and so have I. I’ve had 3 dogs and 2 cats and one lived for almost all my life so we both love animals and will treat them with the best care. We are currently looking for jobs and we have a happy life and are willing to start petsitting your pets anytime you need us. We are actually autistic. We have owned a lot of pets and we take extra care of our pets. We will do the best we can to take care of your animals. :)
“Chris is great with Shiloh. I began very slowly with Chris because of my dog's attachment to me and separation anxiety. CHRIS is patient, accomodating and flexible. Shiloh did very well yesterday during his first visit to Chris's house.”
About: Hello, we are Atakan and Nafiye who loves animals. :) I have my own dog for 8 years. I take care of dogs since I was 18 and after having my dog, I actively take care my friends dog as well. Additionally, I volunteered at animal shelter. We are currently working as part time and we have a plenty of time to take care of dogs. We also have a car and flexible. We are going to follow all your directions for taking care of your dog. We have a house with yard. Our dog is small and friendly, additionally we have extra rooms.
“I cannot say enough amazing things about Ashly. Rico is very timid and slow to trust new people, but she was absolutely incredible with him from the moment they met. She was so gentle, patient, and genuinely sweet, he warmed up to her extremely fast which usually takes him days! She followed every single direction perfectly, even when he gave her a hard time with eating. She went above and beyond to make sure he felt super comfortable and had all of his meals. Rico’s a big cuddler so the pictures of them two cuddling made me know she was the perfect person for him! It is such a relief to know someone is treating your baby the way you would. She also treated our home impeccably, came home and it was spotless! Ashly also sends tons of pictures and communicates everyday, which as an obsessive dog parent, I appreciated more than she will ever know. And the cutest surprise? She left us a Polaroid picture of him AND “Best Dog” award she made. It absolutely melted us and is hanging on our fridge right now! If you are looking for someone who cares deeply, is incredibly thoughtful, and treats your dog like family, book her immediately. We will definitely be using only Ashly for Rico anytime we go away or to even drop in for a nice walk!”
About: I am a Marine and Army veteran with a passion for dogs. I love all dogs no matter what size they are. I’m a decent sized guy so hyperactive or stronger dogs are no problem for me. The more playful, the better. If your pet loves to run, I’ll run right along with them. If your pet is more inclined to be on the inside, I’ll be right there. I’ll take care of all needs. Please Note: Although I love all pets especially dogs, I’m unfortunately allergic to cats. My most available times are on the weekend but I am also available during the week and can fit almost any time into my schedule. I will provide your pet with all the attention they’ll need plus more. I will be able to take them on walks around your neighborhood, play games with them, feed them, and give them their needed bathroom breaks. The house rules you have established for them will be maintained at all times.
The median cost per night for house sitting in West Haven is $65
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - West Haven
Wow this is a game changer!!! My dog is 16 and lately it has been difficult leaving him overnight. I was a little hesitant to have a stranger stay overnight with Scruff. But when I met Kayla, all of concerns were squashed. Her and Scruffy immediately hit it off. Kayla is young and energetic, which definitely is a plus. Scruffy needs to get out moving around more 😏. When I reached out during my trip she responded quickly, without overwhelming me. Especially with Scruffy being older he has some quirks. He also can have accidents in the house or gets sick. Kayla reached out to understand if this was concerning. (It wasn't’). I have had friends who have called panicking. This caused me to either leave early or be stressed for the entirety of my trip. Kalya’s laid back and chill personality made me feel even more relaxed and comfortable that I had decided to go with her. When we got home the place looked great and Scruff wasn’t as anxious as he usually is when I get home, which was a relief 😅. Scuffy was happy to see me of course but I can tell he misses Kayla already. Without hesitation I recommend Kayla, to anyone with a pet.
Heather was incredible! She was right on time for both the meet and greet and the visit, and she kept us updated throughout. She has great instincts with dogs and quickly picked up on both of our pups' personalities and habits. We requested to rebook her right away, and she's definitely found repeat clients in us!
Willow took care of our 2 dogs and cat while we were out of town. Everyone was happy and health when we got back, and she seems to have managed our very enthusiastic shepherd well! Plus, she was very respectful of our home and everything was tidy when we came back.
Geordie is a stubborn lovable Corgi who has never been left with a sitter before. Gabriela did wonderfully with him. Primarily, she has an air of responsibility about her and I felt safe to leave. I had been worried about it for weeks. No worries. Geordie was well cared for and I’m very grateful.
Katherine was above and beyond my wildest expectations! I had never left my kittens with a stranger before and was super nervous. She did a meet and greet, sent me regualr updates (and the cutest pics), and made sure my girls were the number one priority. My kittens definitely fell in love with her and her daughter over the course of the week. I can't imagine a better sitter!
When I had a night shift, Christopher came and took care of my dog, Honey, and did a spectacular job! He followed every direction/request without an issue, went above and beyond by offering to give Honey medication before he left, took photos promptly, and cuddled her when there was a bad thunderstorm, will book again!
I was so pleased with Joo’s ability to connect with my 2 dogs. Both are rescues and have specific needs: Lizzie is fearful and very anxious; Quigley was a stray—perhaps for years—and is house trained only when his human is home. She handled both of their needs with compassion and kindness. They warmed up to Joo quickly. Joo sent my photos and videos of my kids while I was away. It was obvious that they were having a really good time. That put my mind at ease and a smile on my face.
We needed a house/dog sitter on short notice and Hope responded immediately. She came over an introduction and she connected with our fussy, old dog instantly! Hope did an excellent job sending us photos and keeping us informed about Opal’s care. There is no question we will have Hope help us again!
I could tell my pup had such a good time during Ashly’s visit! She sent lots of updates, pictures, and videos, so I knew he was well taken care of and continuing his typical routine. She also took great care of my apartment. We will definitely be booking with Ashly again in the future!
Ran did an amazing job watching our cat Cannoli while we were gone over the holidays! We had another sitter cancel last minute and Ran truly saved the day. She had great communication, sent lots of pictures, and left our apartment spotless. We were so reassured during our trip that Cannoli was in the best hands. We will absolutely book with Ran again in the future!
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The average cost of House Sitting in West Haven is $54 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $27 and $78 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 1,867 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across West Haven. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred West Haven walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in West Haven maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
<b>Tip:</b> Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in West Haven choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .
sitters on Rover set their own , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in West Haven. On Rover:
- 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 93% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 97% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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