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“Grey was very communicative, sent photos of our pup, and kept our home spotless. We came home to a happy pup and will definitely hire him again.”


“It’s hard to find someone you can trust to not only take care of your pets, but to also stay in your home. We just went away for three nights as sort of a trial run before taking a longer trip and we couldn’t be happier that we met Chris! Everything went really well and Chris gave us updates every day with photos (and videos 😊). We came home to happy animals and a clean home. We’re looking forward to taking a longer trip now and leaving with peace of mind!”


“We had Katelyn watch our 2 golden retrievers for the first time for a week when we were out of town. She came prior for a visit to get to know her and introduce her dog to ours, and she was well behaved and the dogs got along great. As a matter of fact it was a good distraction for our anxiety dog who has trouble with thunderstorms, gunshots and fireworks to have a new playmate. Katelyn did well with dealing with Winston’s thunderstorm issue as well as a wounded paw and Bella had a cyst that was problematic. Katelyn stayed overnight and took care of our chickens and fish pond, watered plants and garden as well. She was respectful of house rules, was neat and tidy and sent us wonderful update messages and photos daily so we knew the dogs were doing well. I would definitely hire Katelyn again. She was wonderful with our pets and home.”


“Ginni did a terrific job for us, extremely responsive and took wonderful care of our dogs. She’s definitely dog lover and our dogs took to her right away. Will definitely book again.”


About: I have taken care of dogs since I was 8 years old and I have grown up with all kinds. I recently created a family with kitties as well and I couldn't be more excited to meet more furry friends! I love caring for my pet—daily walks, playtime, and cuddles make my routine fun and rewarding! 🐾 It’s the best part of my day and always puts me in a great mood. Knowing they’re happy and healthy makes everything worth it! Right now I have a kitty and a goldfish so my home is curated perfectly for little animals to play and cuddle and enjoy all the sights from my windows.

“Alana did a great job taking care of our two cats and dog. She kept us updated and I felt like I never had to worry about our pets while we were traveling. Our older cat needs medication and she did a great job administering it and making sure he was taken care of. We will definitely be using her again!”


“Brinkley was such a great sitter to our dogs and cat! She was very kind, communicative, and sent us pictures while we were away. We knew our pets were in good hands, and we would recommend her to anyone needing a pet sitter!”


“Kary was incredible to say the least. Our dogs haven't been left with a sitter for over a year and we are so glad to have found Kary. She really does love the pets that she sits for and we are so thankful she loves on ours while we were out of town.”


About: I have a decade of experience with animal care, both in pet sitting and animal rescue. Please reach out for dog day camp or boarding needs. I am available from early morning until 10 PM, allowing me to provide flexible and consistent care for your pets. Whether it's morning walks, midday check-ins, or evening cuddles, I ensure that your pets receive the attention and care they need throughout the day. For pups that come to day camp or board with us, we start our mornings going for walks, followed by breakfast and a little relaxation time out doors. Then we head out for a hike in the woods to burn off energy and get plenty of time to explore and socialize with the pack. I arrange a meet and greet with the pet and owner to understand the pet's routine, preferences, and any special needs. I am Pet CPR and Safety certifiied and make your pet's safety and security a top priority.

About: I have many years of experience with taking care of dogs, including my own, friends and roommates, and others. I love to take them for walks, play to get their energy out, and relax to give them quality time. I have a very flexible schedule, so I can provide care at almost any time of day, including evening and over night visits. I have a reliable car that I use for transportation. I am comfortable taking care of pets in a client’s home, from walks, day visits, to overnight stays and more. I have experience working with family to provide care for multiple pets and have cared for multiple on my own.

About: I've had my dog for four years and have raised her from a puppy! I've trained her to do a few tricks, and we go on walks and rides together all the time. I can do walks, feeding, pet sitting, baths, etc! I'm currently in graduate school and working a part-time job at night. I'm available most days before 4 p.m. I can do night visits when I don't work too, as long as my daughter is welcome to tag along! I will not be available after 3pm on weekends. Most importantly, I give lots of love! I pay attention to feeding schedules set up by owners as I have my own feeding schedule for my pet. I'll follow any instructions for caring for your pet that you have!


About: I love your pets as my own! I work with animals of all shapes and sizes including but not limited to saltwater and freshwater fish, reptiles and amphibians such as turtles and lizards, small mammals, such as hamsters, rabbits and ferrets, birds, chickens, horses and more. I am happy to take care of any other animals that may need looking after in addition to your dog or cat. I have a flexible schedule!. I would love to be able to work with families regularly and build a relationship with them and their pets. Additional house sitting services provided - just Inquire! 🐾 I have a flexible schedule that allows me to be there for your pets when you need. pet sitting is my primary job! aside from dog and cat mom!🐾♥️ my round the clock supervised care ensures that your dog or cat is safe in my home - or on any adventures we might take together!🏞️

“Carolyn was amazing! My fur babies loved her and she was very sweet to them. Great communication and shared photos to let me know everyone was having fun! I will definitely have Carolyn take care of the fur babies again!”


“Lydia was amazing, but I am now worried that my dogs like her better than me. She took them for runs and even cooked some of their meals, without needing to be prompted to go the extra mile. Anytime I need services, Lydia is my first choice. Thanks again so much!”


“Absolutely wonderful. She went above and beyond. I highly recommend Callie. She took pictures of our pups, she stayed the entire time and the house was as clean as when we left. So grateful that we found Callie.”


“Emily was amazing. She kept us up to date on Hank. Texts and photos. We trust her with Hank and our home anytime. We will definitely be booking her again very soon in the future. She is a rock star!!!”


About: I'm an experienced pet and house sitter who has more than two decades of expertise in caring for my own pups and the pet friends and homes of others. Cheesy but true: I'm the guy who friends and family call "the dog whisperer." I grew up with family dogs and cats, and have been a dog owner for most of my adult life. I love helping other people travel and do the things they love by taking excellent care of their homes and pets! I have a flexible schedule that includes plenty of time working from home. I get outdoors multiple times a day and enjoy mountain biking, hiking, and running with my two working dogs. I'm clean and pay exquisite attention to detail. I'm kind and loving with pets but also excude a strong presence (it comes from having a radio voice). I have numerous references who can attest to my trustworthiness.

About: Hello! I’m Rheya and I seriously, love pets. With owning over 5+ pets in my life, I have learned to grow with, and not against animals and knowing their behavior and individual needs. As the saying goes, “happy dog happy life” has never been truer especially when the pressure is on with life. I have exposer to training dogs, and maintaining an instilled disciplinary environment for my pets over the years. I would LOVE to provide your pets a time of fun to give you, your time of sun! I am currently working part-time as well as being a part-time student in college. I am available weekends primarily, either overtime or whatever your specific need is, as well as weekdays when available. Following the schedule in place from the owner, I will adhere and implement said schedule, from potty walks to backyard zoomiez! We do the same here at my household (Leo is crazy for both).

About: I've had my own dog(s) since I was in college. I enjoy taking care of my own dogs and would love to help locals out when they need to take a vacation where their fur baby can't go. I work from home so I am able to be around to take care of your pups. I can feed them on their normal schedule, let them out early and late as needed. I have a fenced in yard with two friendly pups of my own. We also have a place for a crate if your dog needs to have alone time or feels better in a crate.

About: I believe animals are more intelligent than humans, even if they chase their own tails. My dog, Maggie, was 14 when she crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Being a mom to that sweet dog was one of the greatest gifts of my life. College taught me a lot, but she taught me more. Love sure does wag. As a sitter, I knew I wanted to provide families with the same quality of care Maggie received throughout her life. For me, it isn't about the quantity of sitting, but the community building and connections fostered. Stories matter in finding the right fit. I've taken care of puppies, elders, and animals requiring meds. I've sat for extended periods of time as individuals traveled all over the world. I'm often found in the woods hiking and love if your pet likes to be active. If they don't, I'll also gladly share a couch and blanket with them. I know the struggle that comes with wanting to feel secure while away. Through the years, I have been determined to give owners peace of mind so they can enjoy their adventures. I do overnight stays, morning and evening care, and weekend mid-day. Extended periods (I've sat up to five weeks) is also part of my regular schedules. I treat homes as my own. I'm neat by nature and believe in respecting others spaces, rules, and routines. You'll hardly know I was there.
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1. Grey W.

“Grey was very communicative, sent photos of our pup, and kept our home spotless. We came home to a happy pup and will definitely hire him again.”


2. Christina R.

“It’s hard to find someone you can trust to not only take care of your pets, but to also stay in your home. We just went away for three nights as sort of a trial run before taking a longer trip and we couldn’t be happier that we met Chris! Everything went really well and Chris gave us updates every day with photos (and videos 😊). We came home to happy animals and a clean home. We’re looking forward to taking a longer trip now and leaving with peace of mind!”


3. Katelyn M.

“We had Katelyn watch our 2 golden retrievers for the first time for a week when we were out of town. She came prior for a visit to get to know her and introduce her dog to ours, and she was well behaved and the dogs got along great. As a matter of fact it was a good distraction for our anxiety dog who has trouble with thunderstorms, gunshots and fireworks to have a new playmate. Katelyn did well with dealing with Winston’s thunderstorm issue as well as a wounded paw and Bella had a cyst that was problematic. Katelyn stayed overnight and took care of our chickens and fish pond, watered plants and garden as well. She was respectful of house rules, was neat and tidy and sent us wonderful update messages and photos daily so we knew the dogs were doing well. I would definitely hire Katelyn again. She was wonderful with our pets and home.”


4. Ginni D.

“Ginni did a terrific job for us, extremely responsive and took wonderful care of our dogs. She’s definitely dog lover and our dogs took to her right away. Will definitely book again.”


5. Cassie K.
“Cassie is the sweetest person. I hsve two dogs and 2 cats and she is patient with my animals and treats them like her own. She plays with them, talks to them and genuinely cares them. I couldn't recommend a better person to take care of your pets”


6. Alana W.

“Alana did a great job taking care of our two cats and dog. She kept us updated and I felt like I never had to worry about our pets while we were traveling. Our older cat needs medication and she did a great job administering it and making sure he was taken care of. We will definitely be using her again!”


7. Brinkley F.

“Brinkley was such a great sitter to our dogs and cat! She was very kind, communicative, and sent us pictures while we were away. We knew our pets were in good hands, and we would recommend her to anyone needing a pet sitter!”


8. Kary M.

“Kary was incredible to say the least. Our dogs haven't been left with a sitter for over a year and we are so glad to have found Kary. She really does love the pets that she sits for and we are so thankful she loves on ours while we were out of town.”


9. Tia P.
“Very good with animals, all of hers are well-trained and she takes very good care of all of them. They have room to run outside and she makes sure they are happy.”


10. John-Paul R.
“John Paul is the best person you could pick to have a part of the Rover team. Not only does he have a genuine undying love for animals, they always love him back just as deeply. I can attest he will do an outstanding job as a pet caregiver!”


11. Taylor S.
About: I've had my dog for four years and have raised her from a puppy! I've trained her to do a few tricks, and we go on walks and rides together all the time. I can do walks, feeding, pet sitting, baths, etc! I'm currently in graduate school and working a part-time job at night. I'm available most days before 4 p.m. I can do night visits when I don't work too, as long as my daughter is welcome to tag along! I will not be available after 3pm on weekends. Most importantly, I give lots of love! I pay attention to feeding schedules set up by owners as I have my own feeding schedule for my pet. I'll follow any instructions for caring for your pet that you have!




12. Melanie B.
“Melanie is wonderful with my large fur baby. She shows love and care for all animals, shows up when she says she will and is trustworthy. I am as particular with the care of my animals as I am with my children and I can’t recommend her enough.”


13. Carolyn M.

“Carolyn was amazing! My fur babies loved her and she was very sweet to them. Great communication and shared photos to let me know everyone was having fun! I will definitely have Carolyn take care of the fur babies again!”


14. Lydia I.

“Lydia was amazing, but I am now worried that my dogs like her better than me. She took them for runs and even cooked some of their meals, without needing to be prompted to go the extra mile. Anytime I need services, Lydia is my first choice. Thanks again so much!”


15. Callie W.

“Absolutely wonderful. She went above and beyond. I highly recommend Callie. She took pictures of our pups, she stayed the entire time and the house was as clean as when we left. So grateful that we found Callie.”


16. Emily K.

“Emily was amazing. She kept us up to date on Hank. Texts and photos. We trust her with Hank and our home anytime. We will definitely be booking her again very soon in the future. She is a rock star!!!”


17. Morgan N.
“I am writing to recommend Morgan as an excellent pet care giver. We have known Morgan for 8 plus years. He has cared for our dogs & cat on numerous vacations over these years. He has stayed in our home and taken our animals to his place. Our pets are well cared for with attention to exercise and any special needs. Our last dog Lilia was so fond of Morgan and he fond of Lilia that we asked Morgan if he would like to adopt Lilia. He agreed and she couldn’t be happier!”


18. Rheya F.
“Rheya is wonderful at taking care of our dogs,especially with one being a rescue. She goes above and beyond to learn how to handle him, keep him and others safe as well as how to take care of our elderly dog. She very kind and highly recommend her.”


19. Carrie G.
“Carrie has watched multiple pets of ours. I always feel so comfortable knowing they are with someone who is going to take care of them like I do. She watched our senior poodles for us while we were away as well as dropped in on our cat. You won't go wrong having her take care of your furry family members!!”


20. Erica M.
“Erica has helped with my Shiba Inu many times and has been such a great help. Shibas can be challenging at times but Erica is always super patient and my dog loves her. I would highly recommend and trust Erica with my dog and I am very particular with who gets to watch my Shiba. 100% recommend her and it’s such a piece of mind knowing my dog is in great hands.”
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Balsam on Rover as of May 2025 was about $50 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 May 2025, there are 100 house sitters in Balsam. 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, 84% of Balsam house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Balsam have an average of 22 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Balsam.
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. Balsam 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.
