House Sitting Westerville
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“Noah did a wonderful job watching our pups while we were away! He was especially attentive and caring with our elderly dog, including administering medication, which gave us so much peace of mind. Communication was great, and we could tell our dogs were well cared for and loved. We would absolutely have Noah watch them again and highly recommend him!”
About: Hi! I’m a lifelong animal lover and former dog mom who’s joining Rover to filll the dog (or cat) shaped hole in my heart. After losing my own pup, I realized I can’t go through that solo again - but I’m ready to pour my love, attention, and care into your pups. I have hands on experience with reactive dogs, dogs on special diets, and high-energy breeds who need structure, patience, and a good walk. I live in a dog friendly condo near Sharon Woods, which had a great walking path perfect for strolls. I currently work a 9-5 position that gives me the flexibility of working from both home and in office. It makes it easier to accommodate owners. Dogs are always allowed on the couch unless you tell me not to, I have a back patio but will take your pup on active walks.
“Ben was amazing with my Rikki!! He did a great job sending pictures and updates!! He left the house tidy and neat. Rikki was clearly a happy boy when we got home! Ben is an incredible young man!! Will definitely be using Ben in the future!”
About: Hello! I’m a long-time Westerville resident, working mom, and passionate animal caregiver. Because I live and work right here in the community, I can offer fast, flexible, and highly reliable drop-in care for your pets. I know our neighborhoods inside and out, meaning I spend less time commuting and more time focusing entirely on your pets. My Experience: I am currently a proud owner of two cats, so I completely understand the unique personalities and care needs of felines. Over the years, my hands-on animal experience has also included owning dogs and raising backyard chickens. Whether your dog needs a high-energy potty break, your cats need precise feeding and play, or your backyard flock needs their coop secured, I have the real-world experience to handle it safely. Why Choose Me: As a mom, safety, structure, and clear communication are second nature to me. I have excellent local references available upon request and will treat your home and pets with the utmost respect. I provide detailed updates and plenty of photo check-ins during every single drop-in visit so you never have to worry while you are away! I offer pet care on a part-time basis around my regular schedule, which gives me fantastic flexibility for drop-in visits! I have open availability most weekends and holidays—the exact times when you need a trusted neighbor the most. Because my schedule shifts weekly, just send me a message with your dates, and I will happily do my best to accommodate your pets! I offer drop-in care exclusively in your home to keep your pets safe and comfortable in their familiar environment. Here is exactly how I care for your pets and home: Stick to Routines: I strictly follow your feeding, medication, and coop/potty schedules for cats, dogs, or chickens.Meticulous Cleanup: I scoop litter boxes or clean up waste during every visit and dispose of it outdoors. Respectful Companionship: I provide active play, gentle brushing, or quiet company based on your pet's unique personality. Home Security: I always double-check locks, and leave your house exactly as I found it. Daily Photos: I send quick text updates and photo check-ins during every visit for your peace of mind.
“This was our second time having Jamie house sit for our dog and cat, and she was amazing! She always provides updates with pictures and our fur babies always have the best time. Definitely will request Jamie again!”
“Ashely was incredible!!! She gave great updates and was very easy to communicate with. My dog loved her! She also took fantastic care of my apartment while I was gone. I will for sure be booking with Ashley again! Thanks for everything Ashley!!!”
“Samantha stayed with our two high maintenance Velcro pugs for 16 days. She was an incredible communicator (and photographer!) providing lots of updates and photos daily for us. She kept us in the loop on a minor health issue that our senior pup was having and even gave us a heads up that we’d be running out of medication in a few days. We came home to a clean house and happy dogs. We will absolutely use Samantha again! Our dogs will be thrilled to have her back too!”
“She did wonder with my senior dachshund. This was my first time using Rover to find a sitter for my Dixie. I wanted someone to stay at the house with her and Kayla did great!! I will definitely use her again if she will have me!”
“Mallory was amazing and when she gets back from vacation, I will contact her again. She showed up on time and was professional and friendly. My dog loved her and was very calm when I returned home. I highly recommend her.”
“Morgan was my first experience using Rover and took all the stress away! She provided frequent and thorough updates. I could tell in the pictures she shared my pup was having a great time. Can’t wait to book her again!”
“Kora was wonderful. She was very communicative and our boys (two dogs and a cat) were all very well cared for. I would absolutely ask Kora back and highly recommend her to anyone else.”
“Maeve did a wonderful job pet sitting in our home. She was very good at sending pictures and communicating throughout our entire time away. Our pup and kitty did really well and we're very well taken care of! 🐶”
“Kailyn was great when she dog-sat our two fur babies on a somewhat last-minute notice. We appreciated how easily our dogs took to her and how she sent us so many picture updates!”
“Genevieve did an excellent job caring for our maltese while we were away. She truly cares about animals and it shows. Our dog has separation anxiety and she was very calming to him. She sent multiple photos and even a video of him. She has great communication and did a great job with our detailed instructions. We highly recommend Genevieve!”
About: I grew up with a dog my age so I not only had experience with him as a puppy while I was young but taking care of him as an older dog while we grew up. As I have been an adult I have taken on the role for many family members and friends of pet sitter. I often care for multiple dogs and cats in their own home and I love it! Ive trained and cared for pets of all kinds and I hope to never stop! I'm currently an ASL interpreting student entering my sophomore year of college. I have school on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8-4, and I spend the rest of my time studying at home, and going hiking/walking with my dog! I have grown up with many different dogs, so I have lots of pet experience. I can care for puppies and elderly dogs, enthusiastic and shy dogs, and all kinds of cats! I am also technologically skilled, a good troubleshooter, and know how to take care of a house in general.
The median cost per night for house sitting in Westerville is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Westerville
Savannah is so wonderfully competent, and such an exemplary caretaker for home and doggies! I knew I’d need help while away on a road trip and I was so thankful Savannah was available! It makes traveling so much easier to know everything will be taken care of and I will get adorable pictures of my dogs, knowing they’re so loved and happy!!
It is unusual for us to have a trip planned and will only be away from home for one night. I wasn’t sure that Jamie would be able to do this, given that we usually have her stay for a week to ten days. Jamie was available, and glad to stay with our sweet dog just the one night. So, whether we need to go out of town for one or ten nights, we will always check first with Jamie to see if she can stay with Pepper. After all, Jamie is the best!
Genevieve did an excellent job caring for our maltese while we were away. She truly cares about animals and it shows. Our dog has separation anxiety and she was very calming to him. She sent multiple photos and even a video of him. She has great communication and did a great job with our detailed instructions. We highly recommend Genevieve!
Abby and Stephen were wonderful and took such great care of our two large dogs! We don’t often travel without our fur babies because we are a bit extra as pet parents and it can be hard to find people who can watch multiple dogs, but they kept us updated and they were so happy the whole time. Thank you for such wonderful peace of mind while we were away!
If you’re looking for a dog sitter who truly treats your pup like family, I can’t recommend Katherine enough! She watched my dog Callie for a full week and went above and beyond. She made sure Callie got plenty of walks, lots of attention, and so much love while we were away. It gave me such peace of mind knowing Callie wasn’t just being “watched,” but genuinely cared for and spending quality time with someone who clearly loves dogs. We came home to a happy, relaxed pup, which says everything! If you’re looking for someone dependable, thoughtful, and amazing with dogs, she’s the one. Highly recommend!
We had a wonderful experience with Gina and are SO grateful to have found her. Lukee is a large pitbull mix recovering from TPLO surgery and needs extra help getting around with his harness. Gina's medical experience gave us so much peace of mind. She handled him gently and confidently and even spent time massaging him to keep him comfortable. When we ran late getting home, she stayed without hesitation and truly went above and beyond. We came home to a comfortable dog and felt completely at ease knowing he was in her care. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for thoughtful, skilled pet care.
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The average cost for House Sitting in Westerville on Rover is $43.29 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of August 2026, there are 1,509 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Westerville. 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 Westerville 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 Westerville 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.
Tip: 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 Westerville 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 Rover Guarantee , 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .
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 short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Westerville. On Rover:
- 94% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 99% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 94% 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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