House Sitting West University Heights
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“Kristen was amazing!! Already booking her for another home stay. She sent soo many updates and pictures which was fantastic I felt so comforted knowing my pup was safe and having fun. Definitely recommend :)”

“Kaitie watched our dog, Elsie, over the holidays and she was communicative, friendly, and on the ball. She also stepped up to help us when our car was broken into while we were away. She notified us of a broken window, taped it up, cleaned up the glass and moved the car to a safer location-all above and beyond her dog-sitting duties. We trust her to take care of our beloved dog and our home, and you can, too.”


“Sarah was an excellent dog and house sitter. We left for 10 days and felt completely comfortable and at ease with Sarah being with our two dogs. She provided regular updates, gave them snuggles, played with them and was great watering our plants while we were away to keep the house nice. Our dogs love her so it was a match made in heaven!”

“Dominique took excellent care of my pups and my place. She followed the dog and house care instructions to the letter. They instantly took to her at the meet and greet. She sent tons of updates and pictures throughout the sitting. Will definitely always book her to care for my pups during any future getaways.”

“Allison was wonderful! Very communicative and came home to a very happy, tired pup and tidy house. Felt very at ease knowing my dog was being cared for by her while away. So happy to have found her!”

“I am SO happy I found Jennifer! She took such great care of my two pups. She sent constant updates and photos which I thoroughly appreciated. My house was also left in very clean condition. Thank you Rover & thank you Jennifer. We have found our new pet sitter!:)”

“Once again, Dwayne took great care of my reactive, temperamental mid-sized dog, Jacques, while I was away for a week. He messaged me daily with photos and an update, and alerted me when Jacques had a rough night with some stomach issue. He understood how to handle Jacques' unreliable moods and behavior, gave a twice daily medication, and followed our normal routine for feeding and walks. Jacques was very calm and chill when I returned home. Highly recommend for his ability to handle difficult dogs!”


“Elijah did an amazing job staying over in our house for several days with our Pomeranian. He regularly sent is photos and videos and followed all our instructions on how to take care of pup. Definitely recommend as professional sitter and will contact him in future!”

“Meagan was a fantastic sitter for my dog! She was wonderful and sent me lots of great updates while I was away. My picky pup loved her, and she really knew how to handle him. Plus, she left my place spotless! I couldn’t be happier—highly recommend her!”

“I was so nervous to leave my 10 wk old puppy. Hayden showed up on time, took care of her and left my house looking tidy. Hes a nice young man, I really appreciate how well he took care of my baby”

“Austin house sit for us for 6 days to take care of our Mini Schnauzer. I can tell she really likes him and that's what matters most! He's friendly, sent photos each day, and kept our home clean. We have already booked him again for some upcoming walks. We will definitely request him again for future doggy care needs.”

About: Consistent communicative care ❤️ Fully remote job, home most days, not gone 9 to 5 - Very flexible with scheduling, including same-day requests - Meet and greet in person when possible, FaceTime available for same-day bookings What You Get: - Photo and text updates throughout every stay - Immediate communication if anything unexpected comes up - Rain or shine, if I’m booked, I’m there I don’t do this as a side gig I tolerate. I love dogs, and every dog in my care gets treated like family: safe, comfortable, genuinely enjoyed. Based in Hillcrest, San Diego, a neighborhood that welcomes everyone, and that’s exactly how I treat every dog and every client who comes through my door. Availability: Daytime visits, evenings, weekends, overnight stays, and extended bookings. Because my own work is remote, I can often be in your home for much of the day during house sits rather than gone for hours at a stretch, so your dog gets real company, not just a drop-in. Routine: Walks, meals, potty breaks, medications, playtime, and one-on-one attention, kept as close to normal as possible. Every dog settles differently, so if yours has a unique routine or special needs, we’ll build a specific care plan together before the booking starts. Communication: Regular photo and text updates throughout the stay, so you know exactly how things are going and can actually enjoy your time away. Getting to Know Your Dog: Every dog and every family is different. Before a booking, we cover routine, personality, favorite activities, medical needs, and any house rules that matter to you, so care feels familiar instead of like a stranger stepping in. Safety: Close attention during walks, doors and gates secured, feeding and medication instructions followed exactly, decisions made around your dog’s actual needs rather than guesswork. If something feels outside what I can safely handle, you’ll hear that before the booking is confirmed, not after. A clear no beats a promise I can’t keep. In Your Home: Regular photo and text updates throughout the stay. Mail and packages brought in, plants watered, everything left clean and exactly as I found it. Your home and your dog get the same care I’d want for my own. Lulu: My own dog, Lulu, is calm and well-socialized, and she’s sometimes available to join walks if your dog enjoys other dogs’ company. Always discussed ahead of time, and only if it’s a good fit for both of them.
“Amy was amazing! Before we even did the booking, she suggested a meet up which she was very communicative in scheduling. Previously, I had a bad experience with another Rover that I informed Amy of. I let her know my expectations and she was extremely receptive.When I was on my trip, she sent me pictures and updates frequently which put me at ease. She stayed two nights at my house and she kept the place clean and tidy. My dog was very happy and relaxed when I came home! I will 100% use Amy again! Thank you!”


“Hung is one of the best pet sitters I’ve had off Rover so far. He is professional, communicative, actively anticipates any issues and ensures all your expectations and wants are known and met. Will be rebooking soon! Thanks for all the great videos and photos of Ghost!”

“Vanessa did a fantastic job taking care of my cat and dog! She was very communicative each day, sending pictures, answering questions, and providing updates. She is a great option for your pet care needs and will be my go to rover going forward! Thanks Vanessa!”

The median cost per night for house sitting in West University Heights is $63
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - West University Heights
Luz was absolutely amazing! She stayed at my home with my two dogs while I was out of town for the weekend and was incredibly attentive throughout the entire stay. She sent lots of texts and photo updates, which was amazing and made me feel super comfortable knowing my girls were happy and being well taken care of. She was also an amazing house guest, I came home to my apartment just as clean, if not cleaner, than when I left! Most importantly, the dogs were happy and clearly well cared for. I felt completely confident having her stay with them and will 100% be booking her again for future trips. I couldn’t recommend her enough!

Jessica was incredibly flexible and communicative. I’m in the military and my schedule is constantly changing which changed our booking last minute but she was flexible and we were able to figure something out that worked for the both of us. She sent a lot of pics of my dog and I could tell he was well taken care of!

Jenya was an amazing sitter! She was super communicative and prompt with pictures and updates throughout the stay. She took the time to understand my dog’s unique needs and personality, and I came home to find the house spotless and my dog very happy. Would highly recommend!!

Jade was absolutely fantastic from start to finish! She was quick and easy to communicate with, always on-time, and followed all directions. My 4 pups loved her! She took excellent care of my babies and I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter. I will for sure be contacting her again in the future!

As new to Rover we were nervous about new sitters. Janet was a sigh of relief during our meet & greet; we quickly booked a 2 day/night trial stay. The stay went extremely well with her paying close attention to our pet’s needs, keeping them safe, fed on schedule, and medicated as instructed.. We occasionally contacted Janet with specific requests which she handled professionally and without issue. Janet is a responsible house/pet sitter and is a nice addition to our contact list for when we travel.

Meagan was such a wonderful sitter for our senior dog and our two kitties. Right from the start, we felt like they were in good hands. She followed all of our instructions and took great care of our home. She sent us lots of updates and asked questions up front. It was such a seamless experience and we will definitely book her again if we need another sitter!

Anna was great with our high energy dog and two cats! Our teenage dog can be a handful and she did great with her. There was even a house issue when we were gone and she handled it well and was a huge help. The house was left super clean as well. I would definitely recommend her and book with Anna again!

Brooke was wonderful! She gave us regular updates and photos throughout the stay, which gave us a lot of peace of mind. She was also incredibly respectful of our home—we came back to everything clean, organized, and very well cared for. Most importantly, our 13-week-old puppy, Marlowe, was clearly loved and well cared for. Brooke did a great job keeping her on her routine and making sure she was comfortable and happy while we were away. We had a great experience and would absolutely book Brooke again!

Brittany was simply awesome. She is very communicative and thoughtful, and really cares about making sure you have peace of mind that your dogs are in good hands while away. She goes above and beyond to make sure the pets are having fun, too! Cannot thank Brittany enough for her help.

As novices on rover, we were quite nervous about trial-runs with new sitters. Our meet & greet with Brenda was very impressive with her extensive background in animal care, work with shelters and rescues; we quickly booked a trial-run with her for the following two days/nights. The trial-run went extremely well. Anytime we contacted her for anything, she course-corrected as requested. She was great with our fur babies, making sure they were safe, ate well and were medicated as instructed. Brenda is a great find! She is at the top of our contact list for pet care and house-sitting while we travel.

I’m so grateful to have found Evelyn! I tend not to go out of town because my three kitties usually get nervous about my absence (I wfh). I have always just had a neighbor pop by twice per day and call it good. Last time I was away for a few days, I came home and the cat dynamic in the house had changed for the worse. I feared I couldn’t ever go out of town or leave for longer than a few hours without causing them harm. I wanted to take my daughter on an end-of-summer adventure vacation, and set to find a solution that would be good for everyone. I knew it would be better for the fur babies to have someone just stay with them at the house to make sure they felt safe and cared for, but didn’t have anyone I could ask. I was cautious about inviting a stranger onto my home to stay while I was gone, but looked into Rover because I’ve only heard good things. I’m so glad I did, because I found an angel in Evelyn! Evelyn came over a few days before we left for our trip to meet the cats and find out about how we care for them so there is as little disruption as possible. Evelyn was so kind and professional and thorough! She asked a bunch of questions about our routine and house care (i.e., plant maintenance, etc) and wrote down all care instructions. I could tell she truly cared about animals and I found trust came very easily with her. While on our trip, I received pics and notes about what the kitties were up to and knew that they were being fed and played with and cared for. They looked like they were just going about their normal day and getting as much pets as they wanted! One of the babies looked to have taken very well to Evelyn. :) I felt so much better about being away from home, and enjoyed my vacation sooooo much more, knowing such a caring and thoughtful person was looking after them. I felt comfortable with her staying in my home and had a good feeling that she was respecting our home space. I came home to a tidy and easy-feeling vibe in the house. I hope she can come fill in for us for all of our trips out of town. Thank you so much, Evelyn!!

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