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$47
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4.9 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
16 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19711

Renee was awesome! Super prompt, easy to communicate with, and really detail-oriented. She took great care of both my home and pup, and everything looked exactly the same as when I left. I’ll definitely be booking her again

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Sabrina B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
11 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19807

Sabrina was fantastic. She was thankfully available for a last minute house sitting with Franklin. He's a rescue so it can be tricky getting him used to folks. She had no problem getting him out for walks and hanging out with him. Truly appreciative!

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Joanne G.
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Taylor Z.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
11 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Kennett Square, PA, 19348

I had to quickly find another sitter because our original plan canceled on us at the last minute. Taylor was so flexible and sent me picture updates of my babies. I felt safe knowing my fur babies were being taken care of by Taylor, I would recommend and hire again!

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Matthew S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
31 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Glen Mills, PA, 19342

Highly recommend. Matthew did a wonderful job caring for our pets and our house. Terrific communication and photos every day. Thank you Matthew!

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Jessica P.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
10 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19810

Jessica did a fantastic job staying with my dogs while we were out of town. She was very thoughtful and regularly sent updates and pictures. I will definitely be booking with her again!

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Teresa L.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
216 reviews
67 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Kennett square, PA, 19348

Teresa was amazing!! She took such great care of our dog Chowder while we were away and was the best dog sitter we've ever had. Chowder was so relaxed and happy when we got home. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone!

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Jenni L.
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$75
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4.9 out of 5 stars
178 reviews
74 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19711

This is the second time Jenni has house sit for me to take care of my four pets. She’s the absolute best was in contact with on how the pets were doing the whole time I was gone even sending pics showing how well they were doing. I will definitely use her again.

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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
14 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19803

Heather was the best! She was so communicative, so good with our baby, and overall an absolute dream. We recommend her to anyone for house sitting.

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Emma K.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
6 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19806

Emma is a super fantastic, caring person and pet sitter. She worked with me through some crazy scheduling and a with sick pup. It was so comforting to have a well cared for pet (my fuzzy, 12 yr. old labradoodle) while I was away. Thank you Emma. You are 10 stars in my book.

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Shanisa J.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
20 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

Shanisa was absolutely amazing! She was able to accommodate a last-minute sitting request. We certainly didn’t make her job easy with big asks, but she was able to make us very happy pet parents! I highly recommend her.

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Julia C.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
16 years of experience
Hockessin, DE, 19707

Our fur babies loved her! Julia stayed at our house for a week to watch our two dogs and cat. We did a meet and greet in our home about a month prior to our trip and immediately knew that she would be perfect. We also felt that we could trust her and liked that she was thorough and asked many questions. We will definitely be asking her to pet sit for us again and would highly recommend her to anyone in our area.

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Bradley S.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
7 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Chadds Ford, PA, 19317

Brad did a fantastic job caring for our senior Greyhound in our home during an international trip. He was communicative, responsive, and asked questions when needed to ensure he was providing the best care for our girl. I’m very grateful that Brad’s professionalism allowed us to have a worry-free vacation! And a bonus- the house looks even better than when we left it.

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Sitter Profile Image: Chris M.
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Chris M.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
20 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19809

Excellent expirience all around. This was our first time using Rover after our original sitter fell through. Chris was fantastic at communicating and sent so many updates and photos we felt like our dogs were with us on our trip. Chris not only let our dogs out and fed them but really cared for them and made sure they were happy and comfortable while we were gone. We will absolutely use Chris again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaitlyn R.
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Kaitlyn R.
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$45
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1 year of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19808

About: I’ve been taking care of pets since I was young. Growing up with new foster puppies every week, I learned how to house-train young puppies and keep them out of trouble. I love spending time with pets and have really enjoyed pet sitting for friends and family! I just graduated from NC State University this May and am taking this summer off from work before beginning my PhD program this fall. This means I will have a of availability to spend time with your pets and provide them with the attention they deserve. I will be available for home visits at your desired frequency and duration so that your pets get the attention and play time they need.

Sitter Profile Image: Shannon M.
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Shannon M.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19805

Shannon is the absolute GREATEST! She’s professional, communicative and took amazing care of our animals. She’s not our first Rover but I'm hoping she’ll be our last! I am so relieved we found her and will always be our go to for when we need our pets looked after. 11/10. Thank you Shannon!

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Sitter Profile Image: Rachel L.
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Rachel L.
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$60
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4.8 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
6 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Wilmington, DE, 19808

This was my first time leaving my dogs with someone outside of my family for a trip. I and my pups (especially Papas) were nervous. However, Rachel was super understanding and patient! She consistently communicated throughout the entire process. Eventually my pups were feeling more comfortable which was super helpful as I had multiple flights canceled due to a snow storm. Thankfully, Rachel was gracious enough to extend her stay! I felt such an ease of mind knowing that my animals were safe and sound with her especially during a snow storm. Would definitely recommend and utilize again!

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Michaela A.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
55 reviews
16 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Bear, DE, 19701

We loved Michaela! She took the stress out of leaving our cat for the week. It was our first experience with Rover and we will absolutely be asking her to come back and hang with Kitty when we go away! She was wonderful with updates and making sure our cat and home were always in perfect shape. She is so caring and made sure our cat took her pill morning and night. Thank you for treating Kitty just like your own!

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Sitter Profile Image: Margo T.
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Margo T.
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$32
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10 years of experience
Kennett Square, PA, 19348

About: Hi! My name is Margo, and I have several years of experience caring for pets for family, friends, and neighbors. I provide dog walking, drop-in visits, and house sitting in clients’ homes. I am dependable, attentive, and committed to keeping pets comfortable, safe, and happy while you’re away. As a college student, I have a flexible schedule during the school year and full-time availability throughout the summer. I look forward to meeting you and your furry friends! I’m currently taking online college classes, which gives me a very flexible schedule and full availability to provide attentive, reliable care for your furry friends. I provide caring and dependable pet care in clients’ homes, allowing pets to stay comfortable, relaxed, and maintain their normal routines in a familiar environment.

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Heather W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Carneys Point, NJ, 08069

Heather was very professional and kept me posted about the kiddos. I hope that she will sit for me again

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Sitter Profile Image: Dalynn R.
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Dalynn R.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Newark, DE, 19711

Best experience, she above and beyond. recommended 100%. will have no problem going away again as long as Dalynn is available. she made our week away and fury friend stress free. great communication.

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Yorklyn is $55

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5.0 out of 5 stars

June stayed with Ella while I was out of town for work. I would definitely recommend June for in-home stays. Thank you again for watching Ella!

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Kory F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kevin was great taking care of our dogs and kept us well informed. We will definitely have him back again to pet sit!

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Jackie B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We were so lucky to find Mikayla at the last minute for an overnight stay at our home. She’s very responsive and agreed to meeting with us and our anxious/high maintenance dog before booking. Upon meeting her, we felt very comfortable -she has a very kind and warm demeanor and took our laundry list of instructions in stride. While we were gone she was very communicative and sent pics of our pup. She was also very flexible as we unexpectedly had to cut our trip short by 2 days. We will definitely be booking her again for future trips-we are so happy to have found her!

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Mary G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Taylor was a fabulous sitter for our dog Frank! She was super flexible and willing to come meet him beforehand so that he could get familiar. He warmed right up to her immediately! She stayed overnight two nights with Frank and sent us updates and pictures throughout the weekend! We look forward to having her watch Frank again in the future!

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Remy W.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Heidi was wonderful with JoJo last Friday, as she always has been. She is caring, attentive to his needs, detail oriented and keeps us posted on how he is doing. JoJo responds enthusiastically to her attention and care. We enjoyed an evening away from home with no concerns knowing JoJo was well cared for.

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Norman M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Meg was a great house-sitter and she took excellent care of my aging kitty. I really appreciate the care Meg took to make sure that he was brushed, fed, and watered. She even read him cat books! When I got home, it was if I had never left. He was very happy!

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Laura H.
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FAQs for House Sitting - Yorklyn

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The average cost for House Sitting in Yorklyn on Rover is $51.62 per night (as of June 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 June 2026, there are 4,457 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Yorklyn. 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 Yorklyn 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 Yorklyn 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 Yorklyn 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 Yorklyn. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% 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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