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1. Aileen C.
“Aileen was amazing with our puppy Sher for a week when we were away. She did everything as requested and provided constant updates. 100% recommend!”
2. Angela B.
“Angela was the first person (other than family) we’ve had stay with our dog in 9 years. We were so anxious and she agreed to come do a meet and greet a few days before which made us feel so much better. She sent us frequent photos and updates. Our pup was a happy girl when we got home!”
3. Shell Z.
“Awesome sitter! My dogs were well taking care of and she was communicating with me and giving me updates about how they were doing! My house was clean and she brought in all my packages! Would definitely book again !”
4. Peter H.
“Peter did a great job with Benson and was very responsive to my texts.”
5. Sarah R.
“Sarah was awesome! She watched my two dogs overnight due to a family wedding. Sarah sent lots of pictures and made sure they were well taken care of. I can’t recommend her enough!”
6. Myranda S.
“Myranda was excellent. I haven’t been away from my pups in years and she took great care, alleviated my anxieties and sent plenty of updates. Definitely booking her next time I need a pet sitter.”
7. Kathy O.
“Kathy did a great job taking care of my Milo. She sent me pictures ever day and Milo seemed so happy with her. Will definitely use her again in the future.”
8. Gregory M.
“Gregory is absolutely great with my pup. Spent lots of time to give my boy cuddles, took him to his play group and reliable. I have rebooked him a couple times since he's been great.”
9. Mary L.
“Mary was very patient with our reactive dog, did a great job with him and gave him the time to warm up to her. She keeps you updated every step of the way and helps you feel at ease when she’s taking care of your pets. Really grateful she was so flexible with our needs.”
10. Jacqueline C.
“Jacqueline is amazing with pets. She took care of a Shih Tzu from the time he was a puppy to current (he’s currently 8 years old). Jacqueline is a loving and caring women and would make any pet feel like family. She is very responsible with taking her pets out for walks and making sure they have everything they need.”
11. Amy & William W.
“Amy was extremely responsive and responsible with my dog Finn while we were away for the holidays!! She took amazing care of him. Will definitely be using her again!”
12. Brittany R.
“Brittany was wonderful! She kept in close contact with us and always updated us with pics of all the kids (2 Wheatens and a cat). One of my pups, Archer, was on antibiotics and she was able to administer those while we were gone, as well. My pups tend to have a bit anxiety while we’re away, and she really handled that with absolute care. 5 stars all around and will definitely be booking Brittany again!”
13. Stephanie W.
“Stephanie has been a wonderful caregiver for our 10-year-old dog, Lucky, throughout his life. Every time he stays with her, we know he’s in great hands. Lucky loves going over to Stephanie's house, where he gets to play with her dog, Ruby, and have a little adventure of his own. Stephanie’s warmth, attention, and love for animals make her a true gem, and it’s comforting to know Lucky is so well cared for whenever he’s with her. We’re incredibly grateful for all the years she’s looked after him, even on short notice!”
14. Meagan C.
“I have known Meagan for many years. She is a kind, caring and compassionate woman. She has helped me socialize my foster kittens and pet sat my dogs many times. My furbabies love her and I know they are in good hands.”
15. Debbie H.
“Debbie is a comfort while you are away from your beloved pet. Always on time and provided the love and care we needed for our elderly pet. Highly recommend.”
16. Jennifer M.
“Jen was a great sitter for our pup! She came over early in the morning twice to keep him company while we were away. We will be requesting Jen’s assistance when we need another sitter. Thanks Jen!”
17. Kyle B.
“Kyle was great with Tucker. Kyle was punctual and very friendly. He sent pictures during the day to keep us updated on the visit. Would highly recommend. I plan to use Kyle again.”
18. Rob A.
“Rob dod a great job! Our pups were very well taken care of, thanks Rob!”
19. Megan C.
“Megan is amazing! Super responsive, thoughtful and attentive!”
20. Emilee C.
“Emilee was the perfect care taker for our dogs. Our dogs can be difficult around outsiders. The first time they met Emilee they were drawn right to her and love it when she visits. We trust Emilee with our dogs and our home. She is very professional and clearly loves being around dogs.”
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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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 Barrington on Rover as of Jul 2024 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 Jul 2024, there are 3,512 house sitters in Barrington. 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, 87% of Barrington house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Barrington have an average of 13 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 Barrington.
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. Barrington 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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