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“Ann is an excellant pet sitter! She kept me informed daily about my very spoiled fur baby. Plus, she managed to get my very picky Shih tsu to eat her vet specialized diet while I i was away for 8 days. I highly revommend Ann as a very special pet sitter!?”
“Carmen, was on vacation for a few weeks here in Florida so we were lucky to get her booked. Carmen stayed at my house to watch my dog and rabbit. She sent photos took my dog on early morning walks and made sure they were fed on a regimented time. Very impressed with her as per usual! Highly recommended”
“Mykenzie is a wonderful young lady and I highly recommend her for house and pet sitting. Our birds warmed up to her quickly and she took very good care of them. We felt comfortable and secure with her house and pet sitting for us for a week while I was away having surgery.”
“Sherry was amazing!! I love her and more importantly my dogs loved her! She was even cool and calm when there was a little spat!! And I love that she loves my dogs! I completely recommend her and I will use her again!”
About: Have your mind at ease when I'm taking care of your animal. I have 5 years of experience of kennel technician, also know CPR for canines. And also worked at a doggy facility which has doggie daycare grooming and boarding facility. Pet Care is 100% fits into my daily routine. I have four of my own that I love dearly with all my heart. And I would treat my clients pet the same as if they were mine. You will have 100% relaxation while you're on vacation or a job trip when I am taking care of your animal in house. I have four of my own and I love them dearly. And I would treat yours as my own with 100% respect and your property as well.
About: Hello there! We're Tyler and Veronica, you can call us T&V-your soon-to-be favorite house sitters! After nearly 20 years as traveling musicians, we can't resist the call of the open road. Originally from Arkansas, we've had the joy of house/pet sitting across the country and staying with incredible hosts worldwide. We both grew up with dogs and had 4 dogs early in our marriage. V started babysitting at age 10 (which included helping with pets) and has been a dog lover ever since! We can’t wait to meet your fur baby! Married for 23 fascinating years, we're passionate about animals, exploring new places, savoring delicious food, and engaging in lively conversations. House sitting allows us to help others while continuing our adventures, discovering new cities, and embracing diverse cultures. We love immersing ourselves in different neighborhoods, gaining fresh perspectives, and learning from our travels. We're excited to bring our love for life and our caring touch to your home. Let's create some great memories together! Pricing is negotiable. We take your care requests to heart and will love your fur babies as if they were our own. We take great care while sitting or walking while paying attention to the animals and their behaviors and needs.
“Catherine was amazing! She cared for our dogs as if they were her own—taking them on walks, playing with them, and giving them lots of love! She sent daily updates with photos and left our home exactly as we left it. We’ll definitely be booking her again!”
“Brianna was absolutely amazing! She watched my pug Maple and stayed at my home while I was out of town, and I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. She went above and beyond. Constant communication, frequent updates and photos, and I could tell Maple was in great hands the entire time. Brianna is incredibly polite, kind, and respectful, and you can truly tell she loves animals. Maple adored her, and I came home to a happy pup and a spotless house. I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again. Highly recommend!”
“Jurnee did a great job caring for our pups while we where out of town. She was dependable and kept us up to date with picture, would definitely recommend her to other pet owners.”
About: Lots of experience with dogs. We have two of our own that have lots of energy and love to be played with. Experience with all types of dogs. I currently work from eight to five each day so my availability is limited. Please contact me for exact availability or when you are needing. I am a school teacher so I have regular background screening and undergo yearly trains for the safety of supervising children which applies to pets as well.
About: I've sat for all types of animals from large parrots, rabbits, geriatric and special needs dogs and cats to a very large falcon and horses. Retired, so lots of time to spoil my pet babies. I keep them vaccinated and they recieve their preventive care and regular check ups. They enjoy the occasional car ride and pup cups. We live in the country so we go exploring quite often It would be great if your yard is fenced for safety reasons. If not, I have no problem walking them on a leash and/or taking them to a dog park.
About: I've had pets my whole life. Dogs, cats, fish, rabbits, chickens, and even goats. I've house sat for locals and fed their pets and even met early to write down a schedule of what needed to be done. I did extra and gathered their papers and/or mail so they didn't get wet or lost. I currently am self employed so I have plenty of time to play with your pups or give them their food and treats. I currently don't stay overnight but I can be back early to check on everything. I will meet with you prior to so that we can come up with a list and schedule so that we can be sure all of their needs are met and your house is in the same condition you left it In.
About: I've been cat-sitting since high school, watching friends' and neighbors' pets while they traveled. I am a cat owner myself and have personal, in-home experience with the furriest of overlords. I also have practice with the smallest of kittens as a volunteer with the Fort Smith Animal Haven. No cat too big, no beans too small... I can't wait to meet them all!! I'm currently between jobs, so your sit requests are my top priority! First come, first booked, of course, but I will do my best to make room for everyone in my schedule! At this point in time, I will not be offering in-home services as my space is too small and my own pets are too many. Safety is number one, and most cats are calmer (therefore safer) in their own space.
About: I have been blessed with fur babies my entire life, big and small, young and old love them all!! Yours will have the "run" of the house with Toby Im a retired stay at home dog mom. My big boy loves new fur friends and is a gentle giant even with small dogs too. I have a fenced yard or can leash walk if you prefer. I have outdoor cameras as well as in door to keep close eye on them.
About: Patient and caring dog walker and dog sitter with various dog breeds. Eager to join rover to take it’s furry clients on long stress relieving walks. I’m currently working part time, so I’ll have plenty of time to play with your pups! I am a semi - retired free agent. Creating my own work schedule weekly. I have a fenced in yard and one 50 lb. dog. She’s a perfect and sweet Sheepadoodle. We walk daily. Won’t you join my pack ?
About: I have been responsible for my own dogs, cats, fish and any other animal. My parents gave me "free range" when pets were involved. I have teained every animal i have owned myself. I have ADHD and always been buddies with everyone fur friend. I'm currently a full time doordasher. My schedule must be flexible because of special needs daughter and doctor appointments and school appointments. Taking care of a fur baby completely fits into my perfect circumstances. I have a pitbull that is a big baby as well as 1 cat that I own as well as 2 other cats that belong to my daughter in law
About: I Love dogs! I Have 6 of them and 5 are rescue dogs! Dogs are aloud on furniture! We have a very dog friendly home! We have an 11 year old and 16 year old who also love dogs. I am Looking for $ over the summer since school is out. During the school year I substitute teach. Thank you for considering me. All my dogs have stockings at Christmas and receive the best care. We have a collar system in our yard. This is our fencing system. Your dog would mainly stay in the house and pottied every couple of hours on leash or trained on a collar system if u prefer. Thank you for taking the time to read this. I hope you find what you are looking for in a dog sitter. Have a blessed day. Dogs to me are not just dogs. They are family!
About: I like dogs and I'm good at caring for them. I'm responsible and nurturing. We have two dogs, Olive and Lady. I'd love to meet you and your babies. I would feed them and care for them before work and after. I would also be willing to stop by on my lunchbreak. We can work out the details together. I play with them on leashes outside or in fenced in areas. I will change water, feed, and give treats as needed. I can spend time there at the home with your pet as requested.
About: Hi! I’m Stevie. I have hands-on experience caring for senior dogs, including administering medication and providing the extra attention they need. Whether it’s walks, playtime, feeding, or special care, I’m here to make sure your pet feels safe, happy, and loved. Whatever you need, I’ve got it covered! As a solo esthetician, I run my own schedule—meaning I have the flexibility to dedicate real, quality time to caring for your pets. From daily walks and feeding to medication and cuddles, I can easily fit pet care into my routine. Your pet’s happiness and well-being are always my top priority! I also treat every home with the utmost respect, follow instructions carefully, and make sure your pets are loved and comfortable while you’re away. I’m here to give you peace of mind, no matter the occasion. As a solo aesthetician, I make my own schedule so my schedule is flexible, allowing me to dedicate quality time to caring for your pets. Whether it's daily walks, feeding, medication administration, or just giving them extra love and attention, I can easily fit pet care into my routine. Your pet’s happiness and well-being are my top priorities! Your pet’s safety and well-being are my top priorities. I treat every home with the utmost respect. I instructions carefully, keep your pet’s happy and provide them with plenty of love and attention. I’m here to give you peace of mind while you're away!
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Bellona W.Star Sitter
“Ann is an excellant pet sitter! She kept me informed daily about my very spoiled fur baby. Plus, she managed to get my very picky Shih tsu to eat her vet specialized diet while I i was away for 8 days. I highly revommend Ann as a very special pet sitter!?”
Carmen S.
“Carmen, was on vacation for a few weeks here in Florida so we were lucky to get her booked. Carmen stayed at my house to watch my dog and rabbit. She sent photos took my dog on early morning walks and made sure they were fed on a regimented time. Very impressed with her as per usual! Highly recommended”
Mykenzie J.
“Mykenzie is a wonderful young lady and I highly recommend her for house and pet sitting. Our birds warmed up to her quickly and she took very good care of them. We felt comfortable and secure with her house and pet sitting for us for a week while I was away having surgery.”
Sherry S.
“Sherry was amazing!! I love her and more importantly my dogs loved her! She was even cool and calm when there was a little spat!! And I love that she loves my dogs! I completely recommend her and I will use her again!”
Kendra C.
“Kendra has dog sat for us several times through the years. Our two pups love her. She takes great care of them, sends us updates, and keeps us informed on how they are doing. I never have to worry about a thing when we are out of town, she always takes great care of them!”
Veronica & Tyler B.
“I highly recommend Veronica for her exceptional pet and house-sitting services. While my husband underwent surgery, Veronica took care of our home and three dogs for two weeks. She ensured our dogs were well-fed, walked, and received their medications on time. Additionally, she provided them with plenty of comfort and cuddles, giving us peace of mind during a stressful time. Veronica is reliable, compassionate, and trustworthy.”
Catherine O.
“Catherine was amazing! She cared for our dogs as if they were her own—taking them on walks, playing with them, and giving them lots of love! She sent daily updates with photos and left our home exactly as we left it. We’ll definitely be booking her again!”
Brianna E.
“Brianna was absolutely amazing! She watched my pug Maple and stayed at my home while I was out of town, and I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. She went above and beyond. Constant communication, frequent updates and photos, and I could tell Maple was in great hands the entire time. Brianna is incredibly polite, kind, and respectful, and you can truly tell she loves animals. Maple adored her, and I came home to a happy pup and a spotless house. I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again. Highly recommend!”
Emily M.
“Emily is wonderful and loved our dogs.”
Jurnee W.
“Jurnee did a great job caring for our pups while we where out of town. She was dependable and kept us up to date with picture, would definitely recommend her to other pet owners.”
Matthew W.
About: Lots of experience with dogs. We have two of our own that have lots of energy and love to be played with. Experience with all types of dogs. I currently work from eight to five each day so my availability is limited. Please contact me for exact availability or when you are needing. I am a school teacher so I have regular background screening and undergo yearly trains for the safety of supervising children which applies to pets as well.
Robin J.
About: I've sat for all types of animals from large parrots, rabbits, geriatric and special needs dogs and cats to a very large falcon and horses. Retired, so lots of time to spoil my pet babies. I keep them vaccinated and they recieve their preventive care and regular check ups. They enjoy the occasional car ride and pup cups. We live in the country so we go exploring quite often It would be great if your yard is fenced for safety reasons. If not, I have no problem walking them on a leash and/or taking them to a dog park.
Tiffany S.
“I have known Tiffany for over 10 years and she is a loving and caring person that takes care of anything that is breathing. She has always treated animals from dogs and cats to chicken and livestock with care and compassion. She is extremely trustworthy and trust her with my children and grandchildren.”
Meridith J.
About: I've been cat-sitting since high school, watching friends' and neighbors' pets while they traveled. I am a cat owner myself and have personal, in-home experience with the furriest of overlords. I also have practice with the smallest of kittens as a volunteer with the Fort Smith Animal Haven. No cat too big, no beans too small... I can't wait to meet them all!! I'm currently between jobs, so your sit requests are my top priority! First come, first booked, of course, but I will do my best to make room for everyone in my schedule! At this point in time, I will not be offering in-home services as my space is too small and my own pets are too many. Safety is number one, and most cats are calmer (therefore safer) in their own space.
Kathy H.
“Kathy kept our dogs while we were on vacation for over a week. She loved them like her own and spoiled them rotten. She would send us photos and videos. I highly recommend her to care for your babies! She’ll be taking care of ours again this summer.”
Shelley R.
About: Patient and caring dog walker and dog sitter with various dog breeds. Eager to join rover to take it’s furry clients on long stress relieving walks. I’m currently working part time, so I’ll have plenty of time to play with your pups! I am a semi - retired free agent. Creating my own work schedule weekly. I have a fenced in yard and one 50 lb. dog. She’s a perfect and sweet Sheepadoodle. We walk daily. Won’t you join my pack ?
Christine M.
“Christine is an animal lover, she treats every animals with the love and kindness as it was her own pet. She not just worried about feeding and cleaning she also always makes sure the animal is getting all the extra love and cuddles they need. She cared for a range of animals to chicken, dog, cats, lizards, etc. She knows that a pet is a member of the family who deserves the beat care.”
Theresa W.
“I met Theresa at our local dog shelter. Her family came to look at our wonderful dogs we have here and adopted a very special little dog that needed lots of attention and Love. I knew Theresa was the perfect person for this dog cause she sat down on the ground and the dog fell in Love with her!!! Theresa is a very special lady with lots of Love for animals!!! You could tell she has lots of patience and Love to give these dogs!!! I would recommend her very much!!! If I ever had to be gone on a trip I would definitely have her watch my dogs because I know they would be very well taken care of!!!”
Jasmine D.
“I highly recommend Jasmine as a dog care giver with Rover. She has been taking care of my Goldendoodle, Lucy, for the last 2 months, and I am so happy with the way she provides love, discipline (when needed), and active attention. Jasmine and her family are great at recognizing Lucy’s needs and putting them first. She regularly walks her, feeds her on a set schedule, and even sleeps with her. I am very confident in Jasmine, and I know any dog (and dog parent) would be lucky to have her!”
Steven T.
““I highly recommend Stevie as a dog sitter or walker. He has a genuine heart for animals and truly loves dogs. Stevie is always affectionate and attentive to my dogs, taking excellent care of them when I’m away. He’s trustworthy and dependable—perfect for the role!””
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Arkola on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $40 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 58 house sitters in Arkola. 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, 98% of Arkola house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Arkola.
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. Arkola 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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