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“Elliot was great! This was the second time he helped us out with dog sitting our two big dogs. He was very communicative and flexible with his hours. The dogs obviously loved him. I highly recommend him if you are looking for extended pet/house sitting.”
About: I’ve had over 50 years of caring for many breeds of dogs, including my own. I am respectful of others homes and can be trusted to give loving care to your dogs. I am a retiree that has a fairly open schedule and able to spend the night at your home. I may need to leave for an hour two at times for health appts. and going to our home to let our own dog out for a bit. I am flexible on how to care for your dogs in your home, including using a crate. I will respect your current ways of sharing your home with your dogs.
About: I have been house sitting and taking care of pets throughout high school and college. I have two cats of my own. I treat any pet as if it is my own when watching them! I am free a lot of the time and can work around many different schedules. I am easy to work with and am very flexible! I play with my own cats every chance I get and make sure they have everything they could need or want. I do this with the pets I watch as well because that’s how I would want my cats taken care of!
About: I’ve taken care of all kinds of animals since I was 10, including dogs, cats, parrots, chickens, and horses, and have some dog training experience. I just graduated from college, so I have a relatively free schedule as I transition, and would love to dedicate that time to animal care! I make sure I am very attentive when seeing what the pet needs, and I make sure to accommodate for whatever recommendations my clients would like to see being done. I also have a flexible schedule and can work around whatever is needed for them to remain happy and healthy.
About: I’m usually the first person my family calls when they need someone to care for their cutie pets while they’re away. As a grad student and pet owner myself, I understand the emotional support that animals can provide! Pets are family members and I understand what it takes to look after family. I send daily photo updates and report back any information requested. I have experience maintaining training schedules for puppies. I’m diligent at following care plans and requests. Overall, I truly to enjoy connecting with animals and their owners alike! Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and considering me. I’m currently working towards my graduate degree and have a flexible daily schedule. I am able to stop by routinely (in between classes or internship commitments) to take care of your pet! I am available most weekends and weekdays. My schedule is subject to change in a few weeks with the start of a new semester. My goal is to continue the quality of care that your pet is used to. I want to reduce the amount of stress they might experience in the absence of their loving owner(s)! Keeping their routine as similar as possible is key. Meal times, walk times, crate/no crate, on/off furniture, treats, etc. are all things I try to attend to. I am open to specific requests your pet might need!
“Samantha took such great care of our pup and our home. She gave us so many updates and made sure to spend extra time playing with our boy and ensuring he had the best time. We definitely recommend Samantha for any future sits.”
“Sarah did such a great job caring for our dog Hoosier and watching our house. She sent pictures and communicated with me daily on all of Hoosier's happenings. Whenever I needed to contact her about something, she was very quick to respond and took care of anything I needed. As an added bonus, she has a dog that I was very comfortable having in my home, and he provided such a great playmate for Hoosier. We came home to a very clean house and a very happy dog! I highly recommend Sarah and we will definitely be using her again!”
“Dani is such a blessing to find. She has years of experience and our fur babies were instantly relaxed in her presence. She gave us a great deal of comfort and assurance that our fur babies and our home were being cared for greatly. I found Dani to be an overall well-grounded, kind, considerate and intelligent person; a joy to be around. We most definitely will be requesting Dani again in the future.”
About: I've been lucky enough to share most of my life with dogs, as well as a cat that worshiped me for about 15 years. I'm able to quickly form connections with animals of all kinds, and have rarely encountered a dog or cat that didn't like me, including several deemed "difficult" by others. I also have experience working in a veterinary clinic that offered boarding services. My time spent with my pets is the most rewarding part of my life, and neighbors often comment on how lucky my dogs are to have me. I'm currently looking for work and have put in applications at pet boarding and daycare facilities. In my last job, I provided support for adults with developmental disabilities, but the work was a little bit too emotionally intense for me, despite it being highly rewarding. My dogs are always on my mind, and I walk them at least three times a day. My schedule is currently completely open, and I'd love to use my time caring for your pets! I walk my dogs, including my brother's dog Rosie,at least three times a day and they receive plenty of engagement with other dogs in the neighborhood. Lila can be difficult with some smaller dogs, so boarding wouldn't really be possible at this time.
About: I have cared for various animals ever since I was in high school. I’ve had experience caring for dogs, cats, and reptiles as well. I have pets of my own and love them very much, so providing the best care I can for others is my top priority! I’ve dealt with reactive dogs and aggressive cats before and know effective ways in ensuring care and safety. I have a part time job right now, so I have ample time to attend to your pet’s needs. I’ll be sure to update my calendar in advance with my schedule. I always use a leash when going outside with a dog. I don’t want to take any chances of them running away. I’ll follow any instructions you have laid out for me.
About: I’ve taken care of family and friends animals since I was very young. My parents let me have my own guinea pig to take care of myself starting in kindergarten. I’ve always loved animals and will help in anyway I can. I care for my elderly pugs on a daily basis. I work as a nanny and am a student but only in the morning and they are both very flexible so I can add in my needs with animal sitting. I’m available most night as well. I will follow all the instructions listed for me to do. I like to make sure the house is spotless when the owners get home so they can relax. I will take care of the animals by doing all I can to make sure they feel safe and cared for as well.
About: Ive had my own Doggy Babies and taken care of doggies for 20 years!! Friends and family have relied on me to walk, bathe, sit overnight and care for their pets. Im currently working part-time so I have plenty of time to play with your pups!! Ive always loved doggies and love to play and have fun or just sit and chill together!! I have a fenced in yard where our doggies run and play. We have one small guy named Cooper. And one medium girl named Sage. Cooper is Morkie (maltese-yorkie) and LOVES every other animal and humans. Sage is mixed breed and is so gentle and little shy till she gets to know you
About: I treat dogs like family. Have had dogs for over 30 years. My labs and daughters love hosting other friendly dogs. We look forward to meeting you and yours! I work from home and am very active. Live on a loop that is .5 miles long and have 3 acres of yard. Ur dog will enjoy it here. I have 3 acres of yard and alternate between freedom in the house, walks, long runners outside and kennels for alone time. I make my own treats and will not charge u extra for basic southern hospitality
About: I've looked after dogs and cats of all ages, breeds, and sizes, from mini Dachshunds to Great Danes, and from young puppies to achy old dogs. I'm a full time student at Indiana University Bloomington, so I'll need to be within travelling distance of Bloomington and allowed time for my classes during the school year. How I care for your dog depends entirely on how I'm told to, I'm adaptable and can fit to pretty much any schedule or routine your dog is accustomed to.
About: I stand out by offering personalized care for each dog, tailoring walks, playtime, and cuddles to their unique needs. With a focus on trust and attention, I treat every pup like family for the best experience possible. I currently work Part-Time. But offer full services Friday- Sunday . Want to enjoy a night out! I also offer night time services Monday- Thursday! I have a 2 year old lab, who loves all other dogs. I think of dogs as family, and treat them kindly like my puppy!
About: I know how to take care of animals due to me having three guinea pigs and two cats and a dog and they trained especially the guinea pigs they know how to walk to the bedroom to their snacks currently part time at the moment because right now I’m studying and doing a candle business to sell and make candles for fun but I’m mostly free to care for the animals when the pet at my house are very loving it just the two cats are old and when I babysit people dogs I have to make sure the animals are fine and eaten and have water and take them out for walks and try play ball with them
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Elliot J.
“Elliot was great! This was the second time he helped us out with dog sitting our two big dogs. He was very communicative and flexible with his hours. The dogs obviously loved him. I highly recommend him if you are looking for extended pet/house sitting.”
Theresa T.
“Theresa is an animal lover and has been since childhood. But she's not such an animal lover that she will spoil your pets by giving them too many treats. She will care for your pets as you would. She's also retired and can be with them during the day.”
Phoebe H.
“Phoebe took great care of our cat while we were gone and provided updates everyday! She left the house just as clean as we had made it for her”
Stephanie H.
“Stephanie has been great with our two big boys! She's watched them several times and they always are happy and well taken care of!”
Mya D.
“Mya was absolutely fantastic with our cats! She was attentive, caring, and went above and beyond to make sure they were happy and well cared for while we were away. Her communication was excellent, providing regular updates and photos that gave us total peace of mind. Our cats were clearly comfortable and content with her, which is the best sign of all! We will definitely hire her again every time we need a sitter. Highly recommend Mya for anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter!”
Abigail G.
“Abi is an amazing person, and I would trust her full heartedly anytime with the care of my two dogs. She is very reliable, kind, and consistent. She follows through with what she is asked to do, and is a diligent worker. I have had the honor of being her professor in the psychology program at our university, and she has excelled as a person and in her work throughout getting her degree. I could not recommend her more!”
Emma A.
About: I’m usually the first person my family calls when they need someone to care for their cutie pets while they’re away. As a grad student and pet owner myself, I understand the emotional support that animals can provide! Pets are family members and I understand what it takes to look after family. I send daily photo updates and report back any information requested. I have experience maintaining training schedules for puppies. I’m diligent at following care plans and requests. Overall, I truly to enjoy connecting with animals and their owners alike! Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and considering me. I’m currently working towards my graduate degree and have a flexible daily schedule. I am able to stop by routinely (in between classes or internship commitments) to take care of your pet! I am available most weekends and weekdays. My schedule is subject to change in a few weeks with the start of a new semester. My goal is to continue the quality of care that your pet is used to. I want to reduce the amount of stress they might experience in the absence of their loving owner(s)! Keeping their routine as similar as possible is key. Meal times, walk times, crate/no crate, on/off furniture, treats, etc. are all things I try to attend to. I am open to specific requests your pet might need!
leah b.
“Leah was an excellent sitter! She took great care of our senior dog, Reggie. I appreciate that she sent lots of updates. I would be happy to have her watch Reggie again!”
Samantha G.
“Samantha took such great care of our pup and our home. She gave us so many updates and made sure to spend extra time playing with our boy and ensuring he had the best time. We definitely recommend Samantha for any future sits.”
Sarah W.
“Sarah did such a great job caring for our dog Hoosier and watching our house. She sent pictures and communicated with me daily on all of Hoosier's happenings. Whenever I needed to contact her about something, she was very quick to respond and took care of anything I needed. As an added bonus, she has a dog that I was very comfortable having in my home, and he provided such a great playmate for Hoosier. We came home to a very clean house and a very happy dog! I highly recommend Sarah and we will definitely be using her again!”
Dani P.
“Dani is such a blessing to find. She has years of experience and our fur babies were instantly relaxed in her presence. She gave us a great deal of comfort and assurance that our fur babies and our home were being cared for greatly. I found Dani to be an overall well-grounded, kind, considerate and intelligent person; a joy to be around. We most definitely will be requesting Dani again in the future.”
Caroline S.
“They are just wonderful with our animals. Very communicative and sent lots of adorable pictures. We look forward to having them come back again!”
Andrew V.
“Andrew is a wonderful young man. He is a dog person. Our dog Louie loves him. He would be a great dog sitter. He is honest, reliable, kind, smart and has a huge heart. When he told us that he was looking into this, we both said, “you would be perfect for this.” Sincerely, Patrick and Nancy Mattice”
Gabby H.
About: I have cared for various animals ever since I was in high school. I’ve had experience caring for dogs, cats, and reptiles as well. I have pets of my own and love them very much, so providing the best care I can for others is my top priority! I’ve dealt with reactive dogs and aggressive cats before and know effective ways in ensuring care and safety. I have a part time job right now, so I have ample time to attend to your pet’s needs. I’ll be sure to update my calendar in advance with my schedule. I always use a leash when going outside with a dog. I don’t want to take any chances of them running away. I’ll follow any instructions you have laid out for me.
Adelaide H.
About: I’ve taken care of family and friends animals since I was very young. My parents let me have my own guinea pig to take care of myself starting in kindergarten. I’ve always loved animals and will help in anyway I can. I care for my elderly pugs on a daily basis. I work as a nanny and am a student but only in the morning and they are both very flexible so I can add in my needs with animal sitting. I’m available most night as well. I will follow all the instructions listed for me to do. I like to make sure the house is spotless when the owners get home so they can relax. I will take care of the animals by doing all I can to make sure they feel safe and cared for as well.
Rebekah L.
About: Ive had my own Doggy Babies and taken care of doggies for 20 years!! Friends and family have relied on me to walk, bathe, sit overnight and care for their pets. Im currently working part-time so I have plenty of time to play with your pups!! Ive always loved doggies and love to play and have fun or just sit and chill together!! I have a fenced in yard where our doggies run and play. We have one small guy named Cooper. And one medium girl named Sage. Cooper is Morkie (maltese-yorkie) and LOVES every other animal and humans. Sage is mixed breed and is so gentle and little shy till she gets to know you
Brandon W.
About: I treat dogs like family. Have had dogs for over 30 years. My labs and daughters love hosting other friendly dogs. We look forward to meeting you and yours! I work from home and am very active. Live on a loop that is .5 miles long and have 3 acres of yard. Ur dog will enjoy it here. I have 3 acres of yard and alternate between freedom in the house, walks, long runners outside and kennels for alone time. I make my own treats and will not charge u extra for basic southern hospitality
Gabriel C.
“Gabriel is a reliable, responsible, and capable pet sitter! He is wonderful at keeping you updated on how your pets are doing, and is helpful and trustworthy. Highly recommended!”
Madison S.
About: I stand out by offering personalized care for each dog, tailoring walks, playtime, and cuddles to their unique needs. With a focus on trust and attention, I treat every pup like family for the best experience possible. I currently work Part-Time. But offer full services Friday- Sunday . Want to enjoy a night out! I also offer night time services Monday- Thursday! I have a 2 year old lab, who loves all other dogs. I think of dogs as family, and treat them kindly like my puppy!
Jodi G.
About: I know how to take care of animals due to me having three guinea pigs and two cats and a dog and they trained especially the guinea pigs they know how to walk to the bedroom to their snacks currently part time at the moment because right now I’m studying and doing a candle business to sell and make candles for fun but I’m mostly free to care for the animals when the pet at my house are very loving it just the two cats are old and when I babysit people dogs I have to make sure the animals are fine and eaten and have water and take them out for walks and try play ball with them
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Sitters in Avoca average 4 repeat house sitting clients
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Avoca 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 164 house sitters in Avoca. 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 Avoca 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 Avoca.
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. Avoca 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
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