House Sitting in West Melbourne
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“Alex took great care of our 3 dogs while we were away. I was able to enjoy vacation without having to worry about our home or the dogs. We will happily entrust her with our home and pups next time we go away.”
“Just what I needed! I have two dogs, one of which is a senior requiring medications and more frequent attention in general. Tamara was great with both of my dogs and provided daily updates with photos. I have not needed or used an in house sitter before, but with my first meeting with Tamara, I was able to relax and enjoy my vacation. I will definitely request her help again. Highly recommend!!”
“Grant was awesome! Our pups were well taken care of while we were away. He sent pictures everyday. Good communicator, punctual and reliable. Will be using Grant in the future! Our home was well cared for as well and clean when we returned. Thanks grant”
“Rebecca is a great caregiver. She’s taken care of our 4 XL bullies twice now and has done an amazing job! 💕 Each time we come home, Our house is as it was when we left it which is an amazing feeling. Not all of our sitters have done that in the past. She sends us photos regularly & I am confident that she does what she says & we are able to appreciate our time away. Thank you & we recommend Rebecca ☺️”
“Laura was kind and patient with our two pets. She bonded with our cat who can be a tough customer sometimes. She also left our home spotless and ready for our return from a long trip.”
“Madison was the absolute sweetest to our 2 babies and took great care of them while we were away. She communicated with us consistently and provided updates on how they were. I think our pups found their newest member of their pack in Madison. I will definitely be using her again and recommend her to anyone looking for loving care of their babies”
“Emily is a top-notch petsitter, taking special care of my two kitties while I was away on a long vacation. It made the trip so much easier knowing they were in her care. She was also a very thoughtful overnight houseguest, leaving my home spic and span, which also made my return special. I would highly recommend her for any services!”
About: We tailor each visit to your dog’s specific needs, whether it’s sticking to a strict medication schedule, following a specific feeding routine, or just spending extra cuddle time with a shy pup My husband Ron works from home and so your pet is never left alone. I'm home evenings for walks, playtime, feeding, or just hanging out! We have no other pets, so yours will receive a world of attention. Your needs and instruction will becomes our mandate and with a fenced yard, you will have a carefree relaxing time away. Can send pics of your pet on demand
“Mindy is the BEST!!! She went above and beyond; she cared for and loved my dog like her own, was great with communication, and accommodating. For the first time ever I came home to a happy, calm dog (not a frantic one) and a spotless clean home. Mindy truly made my vacation an actual vacation.”
“Lois was just what we needed. First time Rover user and I was nervous. Lois answered all of my many questions. Listened to all of my many concerns. Lois understood what we needed before the sit and provided the care that I needed for our fur family. She sat the dogs for 1 week. When we returned home our dogs were happy and relaxed and our home was just as we left it. Because of the attention to detail Lois provided before the sit I was actually very comfortable using Rover. I was not nervous while we were on vacation. Lois is a great dog/house sitter.”
“Allison is an absolutely amazing doggie sitter! I just moved to the area recently and had to find someone last minute to watch my girls for the weekend while I was out of town. Allison came through! I really appreciate her coming by the day before to meet the girls and to take note of everything. I asked for her to check on the girls a few times a day, but otherwise at night they would be fine alone, because once they go to sleep for the night, they are passed out until morning. She text me every morning when she arrived and let me know how the girls were. She stayed quite a few hours each visit giving the girls plenty of love and attention, even though they even sleep a lot during the day lol. She sent me plenty of photos while I was away so I could see the girls having fun. Once she was done for the evening she would message me again letting me know the girls were good and she had locked up for the night. Her watching my girls made me feel at ease while I was away. I definitely think my girls had a blast and really enjoyed their time with Allison, so much so, the last photo she took of them when she said her goodbyes, I could see them pouting seeing that she was leaving. That’s how I know they really liked her, since they were sad to see her go. I think I have found my forever go to dog sitter. I would highly recommend using her if you need a kind, loving, and attentive person to take care of your fur babies while you’re away! 10 out of 10 would recommend and will definitely be rebooking for my next trips! Thank you again Allison for being so amazing with the girls!”
“We felt really good about Shayne from the moment we met her, and our little dog Zeke did too. He immediately wanted to be picked up and his tail wagged like crazy. We could tell she genuinely loves animals. Shayne took such good care of him while we were away, and made sure he had his special toy in his bed at night. He got lots of attention, and was his usual happy self when we got home. Shayne followed our instructions for Zeke, and our home was kept clean and tidy. We’re so happy we found her on Rover, and will definitely ask for her again, the next time we need a pet sitter for Zeke.”
About: We are a dog-loving, professional couple that would love to take care of your buddy while you're away. We do not have kids. There is at least one of us home 90% of the time (except date nights out and errands), so your pet will rarely be alone. We have a great walking path in our neighborhood if your pet likes. I've owned dogs all my life. My wife and I currently have a Shih Tzu named Kimba. He is active, sweet and mischievous. He loves company. He does well with all dogs, but especially likes bigger, playful dogs. Unless by your request, your furbaby will not be caged and will be given the run of the house. Depending on size, they are also welcome to sleep on the furniture, bed or wherever else they're comfortable. We welcome the opportunity to provide care to your furbaby. There is usually at least one of us home during the day. We both work from home most of the time. Rarely will your pet be alone. Our home is their home. They are allowed free range unless otherwise specified. We do not cage our guest, unless specified. They will be taken outside every couple of hours to enjoy the sunshine. We will only board energetic dogs on the weekends when we can dedicate more time to them. We both work from home most of the time, but don't have time during the day to dedicate to an energetic dog. Our dog is very good with other dogs. We don't have a fenced yard, but will not let your dog out without a leash. Your dog will have the run of our home.
“We couldn’t be more grateful to have found Reagan! From the moment we met, it was clear our dog was in kind and capable hands. Reagan treated our pup like family—sending regular updates, photos, and making sure all our instructions were followed perfectly. We came home to a happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for dog. It gave us such peace of mind knowing Reagan was providing her such loving care. We’ll definitely be booking again and highly recommend Reagan to anyone looking for reliable, attentive, and truly caring pet care.”
About: I have been around pets my whole life, currently I have two dogs and two cats at home so I definitely understand what it takes to care for them. Currently I work part time and take online classes at EFSC, so this allows me plenty of time to be there for your pet babies. I am not scared of dogs and cats, and I believe this would allow me the ability to safely handle most pets in home or on walks.
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Alexandra L.
Star Sitter
“Alex took great care of our 3 dogs while we were away. I was able to enjoy vacation without having to worry about our home or the dogs. We will happily entrust her with our home and pups next time we go away.”
Tamara K.Star Sitter
“Just what I needed! I have two dogs, one of which is a senior requiring medications and more frequent attention in general. Tamara was great with both of my dogs and provided daily updates with photos. I have not needed or used an in house sitter before, but with my first meeting with Tamara, I was able to relax and enjoy my vacation. I will definitely request her help again. Highly recommend!!”
Kory O.Star Sitter
“Kory did an amazing job, she took great care of the dogs and they loved her. She took lots of pictures and took great care of them while we were gone. Thanks again”
Grant B.
“Grant was awesome! Our pups were well taken care of while we were away. He sent pictures everyday. Good communicator, punctual and reliable. Will be using Grant in the future! Our home was well cared for as well and clean when we returned. Thanks grant”
Rebecca C.
“Rebecca is a great caregiver. She’s taken care of our 4 XL bullies twice now and has done an amazing job! 💕 Each time we come home, Our house is as it was when we left it which is an amazing feeling. Not all of our sitters have done that in the past. She sends us photos regularly & I am confident that she does what she says & we are able to appreciate our time away. Thank you & we recommend Rebecca ☺️”
Laura L.Star Sitter
“Laura was kind and patient with our two pets. She bonded with our cat who can be a tough customer sometimes. She also left our home spotless and ready for our return from a long trip.”
Madison Y.
“Madison was the absolute sweetest to our 2 babies and took great care of them while we were away. She communicated with us consistently and provided updates on how they were. I think our pups found their newest member of their pack in Madison. I will definitely be using her again and recommend her to anyone looking for loving care of their babies”
Lillian S.
“Lillian is the best! Our pets are so comfortable when she watches them. I love getting pictures of our pets and seeing them happy when she’s with them.”
Emily B.Star Sitter
“Emily is a top-notch petsitter, taking special care of my two kitties while I was away on a long vacation. It made the trip so much easier knowing they were in her care. She was also a very thoughtful overnight houseguest, leaving my home spic and span, which also made my return special. I would highly recommend her for any services!”
Bonnie C.
“Bonnie and Ron are truly exceptional pet sitters and neighbors—warm, attentive, and genuinely devoted to the animals in their care. Their home is clean, welcoming, and feels like a second home for any pet. I completely trusted them with my senior pup, Charity (RIP), and they were always there when I needed a hand, especially in a pinch. As a fellow sitter, I can’t say enough about how much I value their support. Whether I’m fully booked or just need someone to check in, they’re always reliable, responsive, and willing to help. It’s rare to find people this trustworthy and kind. I recommend them without hesitation!”
Kia A.Star Sitter
“Kia is amazing. Communication is fantastic. She sends lots of pictures and updates me often. She is my go to and will be booking with her whenever I’m in need!!”
Mindy M.
“Mindy is the BEST!!! She went above and beyond; she cared for and loved my dog like her own, was great with communication, and accommodating. For the first time ever I came home to a happy, calm dog (not a frantic one) and a spotless clean home. Mindy truly made my vacation an actual vacation.”
Annelise M.
“Annelise was wonderful! She went out of her way to help Riggs keep his puppy schedule. We will definitely ask her to watch Riggs again.”
Lois M.
“Lois was just what we needed. First time Rover user and I was nervous. Lois answered all of my many questions. Listened to all of my many concerns. Lois understood what we needed before the sit and provided the care that I needed for our fur family. She sat the dogs for 1 week. When we returned home our dogs were happy and relaxed and our home was just as we left it. Because of the attention to detail Lois provided before the sit I was actually very comfortable using Rover. I was not nervous while we were on vacation. Lois is a great dog/house sitter.”
Allison J.
“Allison is an absolutely amazing doggie sitter! I just moved to the area recently and had to find someone last minute to watch my girls for the weekend while I was out of town. Allison came through! I really appreciate her coming by the day before to meet the girls and to take note of everything. I asked for her to check on the girls a few times a day, but otherwise at night they would be fine alone, because once they go to sleep for the night, they are passed out until morning. She text me every morning when she arrived and let me know how the girls were. She stayed quite a few hours each visit giving the girls plenty of love and attention, even though they even sleep a lot during the day lol. She sent me plenty of photos while I was away so I could see the girls having fun. Once she was done for the evening she would message me again letting me know the girls were good and she had locked up for the night. Her watching my girls made me feel at ease while I was away. I definitely think my girls had a blast and really enjoyed their time with Allison, so much so, the last photo she took of them when she said her goodbyes, I could see them pouting seeing that she was leaving. That’s how I know they really liked her, since they were sad to see her go. I think I have found my forever go to dog sitter. I would highly recommend using her if you need a kind, loving, and attentive person to take care of your fur babies while you’re away! 10 out of 10 would recommend and will definitely be rebooking for my next trips! Thank you again Allison for being so amazing with the girls!”
Katelyn G.
“My dog loves her! Really nice, always keeps me updated, really easy to work with. Thank you!!”
Shayne M.
“We felt really good about Shayne from the moment we met her, and our little dog Zeke did too. He immediately wanted to be picked up and his tail wagged like crazy. We could tell she genuinely loves animals. Shayne took such good care of him while we were away, and made sure he had his special toy in his bed at night. He got lots of attention, and was his usual happy self when we got home. Shayne followed our instructions for Zeke, and our home was kept clean and tidy. We’re so happy we found her on Rover, and will definitely ask for her again, the next time we need a pet sitter for Zeke.”
Tony J.
“Tony and his wife are great dog lovers and absolutely spoil their dog Kimba. They are kind and caring and will take great care of your dog.”
Reagan L.
“We couldn’t be more grateful to have found Reagan! From the moment we met, it was clear our dog was in kind and capable hands. Reagan treated our pup like family—sending regular updates, photos, and making sure all our instructions were followed perfectly. We came home to a happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for dog. It gave us such peace of mind knowing Reagan was providing her such loving care. We’ll definitely be booking again and highly recommend Reagan to anyone looking for reliable, attentive, and truly caring pet care.”
Romario G.
“If you are looking for an attentive and animal-loving sitter for your fur babies, look no further! Romario is extremely knowledgeable and patient with caring for both dogs and cats. He has years of experience with different breeds and sizes, mighty and mini, he can handle it all! He enjoys walking, fetching and bonding with each pet and even bathes and grooms their nails & paws! He really goes the extra mile to ensure each pet is well taken care of and happy:)”
West Melbourne pet parents share their Rover experiences
Emily is a top-notch petsitter, taking special care of my two kitties while I was away on a long vacation. It made the trip so much easier knowing they were in her care. She was also a very thoughtful overnight houseguest, leaving my home spic and span, which also made my return special. I would highly recommend her for any services!
Reagan was great with our aging pup. She remembered all details & was very responsive to check-ins. She sent regular pictures and made us feel very comfortable about being away. She even offered to help us out when we had unexpected flight delays. I highly recommend her.
Lois was a fabulous dog sitter. She took great care of our dogs - Marley, Stevie and Olaf. Lois would take pictures of our furbabies and send them to us daily keeping us updated on how things were going. The dogs loved her and she made me feel extremely comfortable that our dogs were well taken care of. I would definitely hire her again!
I was very happy with Shayne! She was prompt, kept us up-to-date, and spent tons of time with our standard poodle. Many house sitters are out most of the day but not Shayne. She was there most of the day which was great for our pup who suffers from separation anxiety. I will definitely use Shayne again.
Corie was an amazing dog sitter! She was very professional and took great care of our puppy. She was communicative and sent great updates while we were away. In addition, she was flexible with our travel plans and made the entire process easy. 10/10 would recommend Corie.
Our first time using Rover and having a stranger in our house, and we could not have asked for a better experience! We are so happy that we picked Jeff to watch our puppy Ozzy! Ozzy is a 62lb, 9 month old English Setter, so we wanted to make sure we hired someone caring yet strong enough to handle him when he pulled on the leash. Jeff fit the bill perfectly — he stayed in our house overnight in our guest bedroom and was the best sitter. He came over to meet us and Ozzy before his stay and asked a ton of questions to learn more about Ozzy, how to best care for him, and his habits. Jeff also talked about himself which let us get to know him better and feel more comfortable with him in our home. During his stay, Jeff provided a bunch of pictures and updates of Ozzy which also eased my anxieties. Jeff made me a believer in Rover and we will definitely be booking him again.
Genesis pet sit for us for 11 days and did an outstanding job! She is a kind and caring. She took the time to meet my husband and I prior to our booking and to interact with our dog to ensure it was a good fit for all of us. She also took the time to return just prior to our trip to review all the home, pet, and trip details and ensure everything was set. Genesis exceeded our expectations, taking excellent care of everything, including our dog and our home! We would not hesitate to ask her again or to recommend her to others.
Judi was an amazing caregiver for our 3 puppies on an overnight stay. She asked lots of great questions to make sure exactly what each one needed, wanted or did not want or like. She played ball with them (which is the best thing ever for 2 of our dogs and will enshrine her in our dogs BFF club), got our picky eater Riley James to eat, made friends with Miki Moo who is a bit standoffish at first, and gave Skyler, our older dog lots of loves and snuggles. We even got pictures while we were away. She is a gem, and I highly recommend her for any needs you have for pet sitting, visiting, walking or any other pet needs you might have. We give her Ten PAWS Up!!! Way up!
Shannon was a great pet sitter! She was active with Ellie, taking her for walks and playing with her indoors, I'm sure Ellie loved her. She's a really good communicator with us and left our home in perfect condition. We look forward to having her again in a couple months.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in West Melbourne is $47
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Sitters in West Melbourne average 3 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in West Melbourne on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $47 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 Aug 2025, there are 573 house sitters in West Melbourne. 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, 88% of West Melbourne house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in West Melbourne have an average of 17 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 West Melbourne.
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 Melbourne 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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