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“Teigan takes AMAZING care of our animals and gives us peace of mind while we are away that our babies are loved. She always sends pictures and updates and truly cares for our animals!”


“My dogs were in great hands with Donavan when I had to leave for a parent’s funeral. Donovan was very flexible with me occasionally changing dates and times as things changed on my end. What I appreciate most is his responsiveness anytime I messaged him- he always got back to me very quickly. He sent pictures and updates daily. All of this really put my mind at ease and I knew I could trust him with my dogs and my home. I will definitely hire him again and I recommend him for anyone needing peace of mind when needing care for their fur babes.”


About: I am an all around animal lover who is looking forward to taking care of your furry companion. As someone who has lived with dogs for their entire life, I know what your pet means to you and I am fully capable of providing for their needs whenever you are not around. With me, not only would I be providing them with the essentials (food, water, etc.) but I would make sure to ensure their comfort since I know how much they'll miss you (and vice versa). I am currently working part time at a local business but spend the majority of time at home. I am available most hours of the day to compassionately care for your pet! I have a fenced-in yard with two friendly dogs with plenty of space for privacy for any nervous pets visiting. We have 1 large and 1 small crate that we can easily use if your dog prefers a safe, closed-in environment. Pets are also welcome on all our furniture, I just request a fore-warning if your companion is a chewer so I know to take extra care keeping an eye on them. :) If you prefer me to come to your home to care for your pet, I would love to schedule a day to visit your home ahead of time and you can teach me their routine so I can keep them as comfortable as possible. :)

“We loved Mackenzie! My pupper who is normally super shy bonded with her almost instantly. She took great care of her and always sent cute pics and updates during her drop ins. We definitely plan to use Mackenzie again in the future!”


About: I've had all sorts of pets growing up. I do have medical training and can handle difficult situations. I currently have two dogs that are rescues and a cat that was abandoned at one day old that I hand raised. My younger dog has an autoimmune disease so I am well practiced on giving medications. Thank you. I can schedule my own hours at my job so I'm pretty flexible on when I can be available. I am available weekends usually with no problems. I am unable to bring animals to my home due to renting. I am able to house sit or walk dogs only at this time.

About: From wiggly puppies to wise old seniors, I’ve cared for dogs of all ages, sizes, and personalities. Whether it’s high-energy zoomies, slow-and-steady strolls, or extra TLC for pups who need a little more love, I’m here for it all. I regularly volunteer at local shelters to walk, play with, and even foster animals who need a boost of love and attention. It’s more than just pet-sitting for me—it’s about building trust, comfort, and connection with every animal I meet (and probably falling in love with them a little, too). You can count on me for reliable care, happy tails, and plenty of cuddles. Let’s make your pet feel right at home—even when you’re not! Stay-at-home mama (former elementary teacher) with flexible hours and a heart full of love for pets. Two of my three kiddos are in school during the day, so I’m available to give your pets all the attention they deserve—whether it’s walks, playtime, or cozy snuggles. I’m experienced with pups of all ages, love volunteering at shelters, and am all about making pets feel safe, happy, and spoiled. Not quite ready to jump back into full-time teaching, but 100% ready to be your pet’s new favorite companion! In my home, I have a large fenced in yard and indoor kennels. I am good at following directions and will make sure your animal has all their basic needs met.

About: I have had dogs as family for over 20+ years. From puppy to senior they have all been loved well. Your dogs will be well cared for with me. I am a stay at home mom, homeschooling my child. There will be plenty of time for walks, play, snuggles, and scratches. I would love to help my community this way by providing a safe caring place for your furry friends to stay while your away. I have a fenced in yard for them to run. I have two dogs of my own for them to play with, they are very friendly. We can crate and separate dogs if needed as well.

About: Very Flexible Schedule! I love every animal like they are my own! I would love to care for your animal, you would not be disappointed! I have animals (1 cat and 2 dogs) at home, so I,m always in pet care mode! Always on my toes, making sure my babies are safe and okay! I always make sure that the animals have food and water. (if your dog is on a feeding schedule then thats fine!) I will always take your dog(s) on a daily walk, and have some outside time!! I of course love to play with the doggos, and tire them out!

“We were very pleased with Shania’s drop in visit and excellent care for our two Australian Shepherds and our elder, blind Whoodle. Shania’s background in animal care, her timeliness, excellent communication skills and punctual follow through gave us worry free confidence for our time away. We enthusiastically recommend Shania for in-home pet sitting!”


About: My family is always traveling and have relied on me for their mini furry loved one. I love taking dogs on walks and if not walks, laying by their side, or playing along with them, doing what they want to do. I have much time currently, so I will be able to take care of your pups however you need! I am available mainly weekdays at what ever time you are wanting. I always make sure your pets are comfortable where they are at. If you have any preferences, for example if you are wanting your pet to be crated, I would gladly make them feel safe no matter what.

About: Hi! Current dog mom looking to help fill in the gaps while your away. I currently have a senior dog at home and have been around all kinds of breeds my whole life. I'm currently running my own at home travel company so have lot of flexibility in setting up what your pups needs are. Located out by mssu. Our pups are kids and i plan to care for your pups just like my own. Lots of love and compassion and attention. They give us lots of love and need it back.

About: I’ve got a house full of pets myself (dogs and cats), so I know how much peace of mind it brings to have someone trustworthy looking after your furry family. Whether your pet is full of zoomies or just wants a cuddle buddy, I’ve got you covered. I’m super easygoing, responsible with animals, and happy to follow whatever routine your pet is used to. I’ll treat them like one of my own — with lots of love, attention, and treats (if allowed, of course). I also love sending photo updates, so you’ll never feel too far away. Let me know what your pet needs.. I’m here to help. I work part-time over the weekends, so I’m available anytime during the weekdays. If an emergency comes up and you need a sitter last minute, I can respond to overnight requests and help out when needed. I’m very flexible and will do my best to accommodate both your and your pet’s needs, ensuring you feel confident and at ease. When caring for pets in their own home, I stick to their regular routine, whether it's feeding, playtime, or naps. I make sure they feel comfortable and secure in their familiar surroundings, offering plenty of attention and affection while respecting their space.

About: DOG CPR CERTIFIED. I have owned and been around dogs my entire life! They are a defining part of me as I have experience with many dog breeds of all ages. Most of my experience comes from basic obedience training and boarding. I am a freshman at the University of Arkansas. I am currently available most every day of the week. If you have any questions about my availability please feel free to reach out! I have a large fenced in back yard that your dog can enjoy if you please. I do have my personal dogs at my house but they will not come in contact with your dog. I am a student during the week, and I work mornings on the weekends. So my availability is mainly during the evenings. If you have any questions please reach out! I have a large fenced yard where your dogs are able to roam around if you so please. I also live across the street from a park so we can go on walks as well.

About: I grew up with my own dog and cared for him until he passed. I fed him, bathed him, trimmed the hair around his eyes, applied eye drops, hid his medicine in pieces of cheese and just tried to make him as comfortable as possible in his last days of his life. We have also dog sat many neighbors and friends dogs. We have trained our own dog since she was eight weeks old and have taken a dog training course. My husband has cared for animals his whole life. He grew up feeding and caring for animals morning and night, before he could eat dinner himself. We are animal lovers. I stay at home full time to take care of our kids and our own dog. My husband works at home part time and so there is usually someone home the majority of the time. We have a contained yard and a comfortable house for your doggie to stay in. We have one dog of our own. We have raised our own dog since she was eight weeks old, understand the puppy phase and know how to care for them and train them. We have children who love to play with dogs and love on them but also know when dogs need space. They are very helpful and do a great job of helping to care for our own dog. We love dogs and love caring for them! I am a stay at home mom and my husband runs a business from home. We pretty much always have someone here with exception of a couple of hours a week. We understand that animals have their own personalities and needs. We try and show affection in ways that matter to them while also keeping house rules and expectations of pets vs humans. Our dog has great house manners and respect for our things and family order. We always try and accommodate our pet visitors with what they are used to in ways that we can. ( i.e. we do not allow our dog on furniture but have allowed house trained visitors to sit on our furniture, if that is what they are used to.)

About: My name is Nadine. I love every animal I'm around because they are so different. Each one has a different personality. I believe the animal usually tells you what they want or need. They deserve a lot of attention and play time. They should be treated just like our kids. Sometimes animals just want to be left alone but u still want someone to feed, water, and let them out for the bathroom. If requested can give your animals a bath or comb hair and make them pretty. Everyone's needs are different and I pride myself on being flexible to help others. I am very good with being on time if not early. I become attached to most animals I meet and take care of. I work full time but I have Thursday and Friday off if I accept the appointment I will be there. I always keep my word if I say I’m going to be somewhere. Your kitty or doggy will be the highlight of my week to see. I will feed and water your animals, take them for many walks, and play with them all. I believe dogs and cats get lonely and everyone needs a vacation so someone to check in on them while your away is nice.

About: I have had pets all my life and can’t imagine life without them. I’m one of those people who sees a dog and gets excited. My own 4 dogs and 1 cat are my world. I have experience with dogs who have seizures, dogs who have liver shunt disorders and dogs with anxiety issues. I know how hard it is to find a sitter when I have to go out of town. I would love to give pet owners the peace of mind they need to enjoy their time away. Because I teach during the school year I am only available to care in your home on evenings and weekends. I can do twice daily visits on weekends. During the summer, I will be able to schedule twice daily visits throughout the week. As a teacher, I have the summers off to be able to do twice daily visits. During the school year, I can do evening visits and twice daily visits on Saturday and Sundays. I would love to care for pets in their own environments. I would take the time to soend with them making sure they are loved and cared for as if they were my own.

About: I’ve taken care of many kinds of pups since I was 10 years old. Family members often reach out for me to watch/walk their furry friends. I work during the week at the hospital, but love any excuse to get out on the weekend and hangout with some new furry friends! I understand that each pet is different, and some may take some time getting used to new faces, so with that in mind I’ll try my best to make each pup as comfortable as possible, I won’t rush them into anything. I want to make each walk a fun experience for them!
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Teigan L.
Star Sitter


“Teigan takes AMAZING care of our animals and gives us peace of mind while we are away that our babies are loved. She always sends pictures and updates and truly cares for our animals!”


Donavon V.Star Sitter

“My dogs were in great hands with Donavan when I had to leave for a parent’s funeral. Donovan was very flexible with me occasionally changing dates and times as things changed on my end. What I appreciate most is his responsiveness anytime I messaged him- he always got back to me very quickly. He sent pictures and updates daily. All of this really put my mind at ease and I knew I could trust him with my dogs and my home. I will definitely hire him again and I recommend him for anyone needing peace of mind when needing care for their fur babes.”


Kayla G.

“Fantastic friend to my two guinea pigs! Will definitely book again.”


Megan B.Star Sitter
“Megan is fantastic with dogs of every breed, personality and energy level! She has lived with dogs since she was young, and clearly had a fantastic relationship with them. I would trust Megan with any of my animals, and would HIGHLY recommend her. She is an incredible, kind, trustworthy friend.”


Mackenzie T.Star Sitter

“We loved Mackenzie! My pupper who is normally super shy bonded with her almost instantly. She took great care of her and always sent cute pics and updates during her drop ins. We definitely plan to use Mackenzie again in the future!”


Cheryl L.
“Hi I'm Brennan S. Cheryl is a co-worker and our pet-sitter confidant. She has been watching our animals for the past 4 years for when we go on vacation or have an emergency. My wife is a certified cat breeder (Maine coons) so we don't just let anyone watch our animals because if anything were to happen, we would be out a lot of money. The main thing that we love about Cheryl is how attentive she is with her care. She just doesn't show up to feed and water them. She sticks around and takes time to play with them and attends to all of their needs. I recall one time, we had just had a litter 2 weeks before vacation. While she was taking care of them she noticed that the momma cat wasn't allowing the babies to feed for very long. So Cheryl went to the store and got formula and individually fed the 5 baby kittens. We strongly recommend her to anyone that is in need a caregiver for their fur babies. You will not be disappointed!”


Mica M.
“Mica began her great care of pets with her first adopted puppy while in college. She loved and cared for him after he was abandoned and sick. We kept that puppy that turned into our first family dog for almost a decade more, along with adopting another puppy prior to our engagement. Those 2 were amazing family dogs to our little kids until their time was up. She frequently wants to visit the Humane Society to interact/walk dogs that are in kennels most of the day. She cares for pets like one of her own kids and spoils them rotten. Along with caring, we're now on our 3rd family puppy and they have all been trained at home to be amazing family pets!”


Jim & Julie P.
“Jim & Julie are wonderful - we and our girls love them!”


DANIELLE D.
“Danielle is amazing with animal's. She has pets of her own and I have seen her care for them with the upmost love and care. She keeps her pets on a schedule and stays to it.”


Katelyn T.
“Katie was so great with my cats! She was calm and gained my shy girl’s trust. She handled my wild playful kittens so well! I felt so comfortable with her.”


Shania D.


“We were very pleased with Shania’s drop in visit and excellent care for our two Australian Shepherds and our elder, blind Whoodle. Shania’s background in animal care, her timeliness, excellent communication skills and punctual follow through gave us worry free confidence for our time away. We enthusiastically recommend Shania for in-home pet sitting!”


Ashlee A.
“Ashlee does a great job taking care of our 2 cats and dog while we're out of town. She goes above and beyond by watering our plants as well. She's very responsible and trustworthy.”


Samantha G.


“They did absolutely amazing with our dogs for something last minute! They met with with us prior and both of our dogs adored her! We will definitely be using them again ☺️”


Amanda H.
About: Hi! Current dog mom looking to help fill in the gaps while your away. I currently have a senior dog at home and have been around all kinds of breeds my whole life. I'm currently running my own at home travel company so have lot of flexibility in setting up what your pups needs are. Located out by mssu. Our pups are kids and i plan to care for your pups just like my own. Lots of love and compassion and attention. They give us lots of love and need it back.


Victoria W.
“Tori treats all animals with the utmost compassion and patience. There is not an animals so far I’ve seen that doesn’t adore Tori, not to mention her impeccable draw from people also. What more could you ask for, a people person and an animal lover. I would trust my pets with Tori any day.”


Aubrey S.

“Aubrey is very familiar with dogs and has a love for them. She does well communicating and there is not doubt your pet will be well cared for.”


Malia & Caleb B.
“Malia and her family will make great pet sitters for anyone looking for someone to take care of their pets. They are a fun, active family who will have no trouble keeping pets entertained and happy. They have had a lot of experience caring for all types of animals and I have no doubt that they will treat others pets just as their own!”


Nadine M.
About: My name is Nadine. I love every animal I'm around because they are so different. Each one has a different personality. I believe the animal usually tells you what they want or need. They deserve a lot of attention and play time. They should be treated just like our kids. Sometimes animals just want to be left alone but u still want someone to feed, water, and let them out for the bathroom. If requested can give your animals a bath or comb hair and make them pretty. Everyone's needs are different and I pride myself on being flexible to help others. I am very good with being on time if not early. I become attached to most animals I meet and take care of. I work full time but I have Thursday and Friday off if I accept the appointment I will be there. I always keep my word if I say I’m going to be somewhere. Your kitty or doggy will be the highlight of my week to see. I will feed and water your animals, take them for many walks, and play with them all. I believe dogs and cats get lonely and everyone needs a vacation so someone to check in on them while your away is nice.


Laura H.
“I would like to tell you about Laura and how much she loves animals of all kinds. She has a heart of gold evidenced by the way she cares for her own pets and those belonging to others. She has a great attention to detail and would provide safe and secure care for any animal for which she is responsible. Last year, Laura rescued a cat that was neglected and in poor shape. She gave this cat loving care, arranging for much needed veterinary care and grooming. She gave this poor kitty a place in her home. I would never hesitate to leave any pet in her care!”


Sarah C.
“I’ve had Sarah pet sit my dogs and walk them multiple times throughout my time of knowing her, and I have to say she is phenomenal. She constantly goes above and beyond when it comes to my dogs, you’d think they’re hers. They are well fed, well loved, and always so tuckered out from playing when we leave them with her. I can’t recommend her enough!!!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Carthage on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $15 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 18 pet sitters in Carthage. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Carthage.
Rover makes it easy to find Carthage pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 18 pet sitters in Carthage on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
