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About: I've been an animal lover my whole life, and that love just seems to keep growing the older I get. I've had a variety of resident pets over the years, including hamsters, birds, chinchillas, cats and dogs. I've been fostering through an animal rescue for 8 years and have cared for up to 20 animals at once, in my home. I started whelping a year and a half ago so I have extensive experience with dogs of all ages, newborn to senior. I am comfortable with all animals and look forward to meeting your beloved family member(s)! I currently work part time at an animal sanctuary for special needs cats and dogs. My schedule is flexible on most days and we can work something out on the two days a week I am at work I have a farm with a large fenced in yard and 2 very friendly dogs that can keep yours company. I also have a chihuahua who absolutely loves people, but takes a little bit to warm up to a new furry face. I also have 2 super laid back cats who will observe from a distance. I have a dedicated puppy room that your dog can stay in; I can also crate them if needed or more comfortable for them or can let them hang with the family as much as they'd like to. We do let our animals on furniture but will adhere to any "rules" you have in place for your pet. We've had many animals come through our home on a temporary basis and do whatever we can to ensure they feel safe and comfortable.

“Desiree has been the biggest delight to work with. Her communication is impeccable. Any questions I have asked she has responded immediately answering all questions and then some. We could enjoy our time away with family knowing our babies were in good hands. She kept me updated as to how they were throughout. We were so pleased that we have already booked our next visit.”


“Marissa was wonderful with Jackson! She kept me informed and shared pictures while we were away. She was also house sitting for us which made our vacation worry free! I will definitely use Marissa in the future.”



“Jenny put up with our ridiculous Frenchies and even collected eggs from the chickens each day. The house was in the shape we left it and she communicated each day with updates. Would recommend!”


“Sophia was wonderful. Great communication with us. The dogs loved her and were very comfortable with her. I highly recommend her and we hope to book with her again.”


“Taylor was amazing! Literally played with Zara all week and gave her all the attention and cuddles. Taylor followed Zara’s schedule and routine perfectly and asked questions when she had them!”


About: I have been taking care of animals for most of my life. I have been entrusted in taking care of family and friend’s animals. I know people see their animals as part of the family and will ensure that your pets still feel that love even when you can’t be around. I’m currently working part time evening shifts, so I will have plenty of time during the day when you are at work! I also have weekend availability Since I will be taking care of your animal in your own home, I will be happy to abide by your pets usual schedule. You know your own home, so you will be happy to know your pet is in a safe, familiar environment!


About: I have over 18 years of experience house and animal sitting from overnights to up to 6 weeks in duration; caring for not only dogs but also horses (full boarding barn to a couple of pasture horses), cats, fish, rabbits, goats, chickens, etc. I know what it's like to worry about my pets when I'm away, so I strive to give top notch care, follow all instructions, and have fun with your dog! All while keeping you updated with pictures/texts on how they're doing. I am happy to provide most any dog/house sitting arrangement, walking/visit or boarding. At our country home we have a peaceful and fun environment and private large field that is kept mowed. Your dog will be supervised very closely. Non smoking home. Thank you for considering me; I hope you have a great day! I am a stay at home mom to one and I am home most or all of the day. We are very flexible but also stay on schedule and can accommodate your dog's routine. We live in the country and have ample space for private walks as well as a large mowed field. I supervise very closely and am diligent about keeping your dog as safe as possible on leash while still having fun and exercising. I will feed and take dog out following all instructions.

“Caitlin did an amazing job staying with my dogs. Let me knew how they were doing and asked questions if needed. Great communication”


About: I am a caring and responsible person who would love to spoil your fur (or scaly) baby(ies)! My family has had dogs all my life, and in 2020 I started my own pet-sitting business. Since 2020 I have gained the trust of over 20 families and would love to add your baby(ies) to my extended pet family. I have experience giving medications to dogs of all ages and am willing to learn your specific routines to give them best care possible. I am currently doing pet care full time and I am available to help you out 7 days a week at any time, day or night. I am able to care for your pet at your home or transport them to/from locations as needed. I am very flexible and willing to work with you to meet your needs.

“Rachel was a lifesaver for us. Very accommodating and helpful. I have pretty complicated feeding and medicine instructions due to some recent health issues with my pets and Rachel followed them fairly well as far as I could tell when I got home. She was really communicative during the stay and sent a lot of pictures which was great.”

“Hannah so was so flexible and immediately took to our dogs. She checked in multiple times and was easy to communicate with and very responsive .She was able to handle our high energy pup and our snuggle bug pup. Highly recommend!”


“Scott was just awesome. The dogs were very receptive to him. He sent numerous pictures. I will recommend him to anyone and everyone. My wife and I don't go on vacation very much because of our furry friends, but we may start to go more often now.”


“Taylor was very accommodating to our very old toy Fox Terrier. She stayed in our home without issue. Our dog is on medication which was provided to her and she sent regular notifications to let us know how she was doing. We will hire her in the future without hesitation!”


About: I’ve worked at a kennel located in New Richmond, WI since I was 16, so animal care is not new to me! I found that my love for animals is something that I should put to use, so here I am! Throughout my career at the kennel, I have bathed, fed, exercised, and even provided at home care for multiple dogs! I also assisted with newborn puppy delivery and nurturing/caring for puppies ranging from newborn - 8 weeks. I also spent the entire 2022 summer working at a local vet clinic as a Veterinary Technician Assistant. I am a college student at UW-Stout, with in-person classes occurring only 2 hours/day! I want to spend that quality time with you pet to create a bond that we can hopefully continue in the future! I have a friendly Golden Retriever and 7 month old kitten that will keep your pet comfy and feeling “at home” during their stay! I want to provide the upmost comfort whether I am hosting or caring for your baby at your own home.


About: Growing up on the farm we had lots of pets. For me dogs are like best friends they walk with you and they are so happy to see you when you show up . Just in general dogs and cats are loveable creatures and they all need to be loved just like humans do. I use to clean homes for people and if they had dogs or cats they are the first I like to meet for a minute just like anyone would do if you showed up to see a baby for how cute or you get that instinct . I just in General love animals even though I was chased by a dog that tried biting me I would not let that fear show and move on. I also have 1 dog 1 cat 2 fish and 2 lizards that live with me.

About: Hello I'm Jillian! I have taken care of many different pets and have a couple of my own. Im very experienced! I own a dog and a horse but have other experience from many other farm animals and pets! I have taken care of dogs that needed medications such for diabetes and pain management. I’ve also taken care of newborn puppies. I’m also pretty flexible for payment and scheduling. Message me for any other questions! I work night shifts at a hospital so taking care of your pet during the day will be easily fit into my schedule and if needing any watching for night time we can work that around! I take care of my clients pets just like my own. Kept well fed and exercised. Multiple walk during the day for the younger ones and a calm relaxing day for the elders.


“Emily was wonderful with Gradey and was creative in finding a way to get him to take his daily medications. He was happy and content and everything was clean when we returned home. Would absolutely use Emily again!”


“Jordyn can through in a pinch for us as we had to leave quickly for a funeral. Our three big dogs were very well taken care of and Jordyn updated us regularly with photos and videos of the dogs. She was wonderful and we would definitely use her services again :)”


About: My main hobby is that I love to go for walks & enjoy nature. That hobby is made even more enjoyable with a furry friend accompanying me. Dogs are such a gift to our world, I believe in treating them as such. I would love the opportunity to be friends with your pet, offering them quality care, fun, affection, & well-rounded attention upon the occasions that you (their most special human/s), are unavailable to them. I work from home most days. I am also available on weekends to have your family member at my house or come see them at yours. I am available for over night guests. I live on 3 acres so I do not have a fence. I do allow animals on the furniture if that’s what you want. Excited to play
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Heidi P.
“Heidi's experience, reliability, patience, communication, and love for all animals make her the perfect caretaker for your pet. Your heart and mind will rest easy knowing that she is looking after your animal(s), and it's clear that this is not just a business for her, but a labor of love. Equally as important, Heidi provides spacious, clean, and safe indoor/outdoor accommodations for your pet to enjoy while under her care. If you are looking for a pet sitter with unconditional love and compassion for all animals, look no further!”


Desiree D.

“Desiree has been the biggest delight to work with. Her communication is impeccable. Any questions I have asked she has responded immediately answering all questions and then some. We could enjoy our time away with family knowing our babies were in good hands. She kept me updated as to how they were throughout. We were so pleased that we have already booked our next visit.”


Marissa E.


“Marissa was wonderful with Jackson! She kept me informed and shared pictures while we were away. She was also house sitting for us which made our vacation worry free! I will definitely use Marissa in the future.”




Jenny M.

“Jenny put up with our ridiculous Frenchies and even collected eggs from the chickens each day. The house was in the shape we left it and she communicated each day with updates. Would recommend!”


Sophia K.

“Sophia was wonderful. Great communication with us. The dogs loved her and were very comfortable with her. I highly recommend her and we hope to book with her again.”


Taylor M.

“Taylor was amazing! Literally played with Zara all week and gave her all the attention and cuddles. Taylor followed Zara’s schedule and routine perfectly and asked questions when she had them!”


Victoria H.
About: I have been taking care of animals for most of my life. I have been entrusted in taking care of family and friend’s animals. I know people see their animals as part of the family and will ensure that your pets still feel that love even when you can’t be around. I’m currently working part time evening shifts, so I will have plenty of time during the day when you are at work! I also have weekend availability Since I will be taking care of your animal in your own home, I will be happy to abide by your pets usual schedule. You know your own home, so you will be happy to know your pet is in a safe, familiar environment!




Kimberly P.
About: I have over 18 years of experience house and animal sitting from overnights to up to 6 weeks in duration; caring for not only dogs but also horses (full boarding barn to a couple of pasture horses), cats, fish, rabbits, goats, chickens, etc. I know what it's like to worry about my pets when I'm away, so I strive to give top notch care, follow all instructions, and have fun with your dog! All while keeping you updated with pictures/texts on how they're doing. I am happy to provide most any dog/house sitting arrangement, walking/visit or boarding. At our country home we have a peaceful and fun environment and private large field that is kept mowed. Your dog will be supervised very closely. Non smoking home. Thank you for considering me; I hope you have a great day! I am a stay at home mom to one and I am home most or all of the day. We are very flexible but also stay on schedule and can accommodate your dog's routine. We live in the country and have ample space for private walks as well as a large mowed field. I supervise very closely and am diligent about keeping your dog as safe as possible on leash while still having fun and exercising. I will feed and take dog out following all instructions.


Caitlin B.

“Caitlin did an amazing job staying with my dogs. Let me knew how they were doing and asked questions if needed. Great communication”


Hailey H.
“Hailey has done a great job of caring for our dog Baxter. She was on time and followed our instructions as we left them. She gave Baxter lots of love, gave us regular updates, and made sure that Baxter was well taken care of. She was adaptable when some things changed with our schedule and took good care not only of our pet, but also of our space and left it better than she found it. Trustworthy, dependable, loving, and capable.”


Rachel O.
“Rachel was a lifesaver for us. Very accommodating and helpful. I have pretty complicated feeding and medicine instructions due to some recent health issues with my pets and Rachel followed them fairly well as far as I could tell when I got home. She was really communicative during the stay and sent a lot of pictures which was great.”


Hannah M.

“Hannah so was so flexible and immediately took to our dogs. She checked in multiple times and was easy to communicate with and very responsive .She was able to handle our high energy pup and our snuggle bug pup. Highly recommend!”


Scott M.

“Scott was just awesome. The dogs were very receptive to him. He sent numerous pictures. I will recommend him to anyone and everyone. My wife and I don't go on vacation very much because of our furry friends, but we may start to go more often now.”


Taylor H.

“Taylor was very accommodating to our very old toy Fox Terrier. She stayed in our home without issue. Our dog is on medication which was provided to her and she sent regular notifications to let us know how she was doing. We will hire her in the future without hesitation!”


Chloe D.
“Chloe took care of my Shih-Tzu while I was out of town on vacation! She did a great job and I came back to a happy and healthy pup! She sent multiple pictures/day which was so nice to see. 10/10 recommend!”




Joleen P.
About: Growing up on the farm we had lots of pets. For me dogs are like best friends they walk with you and they are so happy to see you when you show up . Just in general dogs and cats are loveable creatures and they all need to be loved just like humans do. I use to clean homes for people and if they had dogs or cats they are the first I like to meet for a minute just like anyone would do if you showed up to see a baby for how cute or you get that instinct . I just in General love animals even though I was chased by a dog that tried biting me I would not let that fear show and move on. I also have 1 dog 1 cat 2 fish and 2 lizards that live with me.


Jillian W.
“I had Jillian watch my to dogs and she took very good care of the she take them for lots of walks cleaned up after them and sent me lots of pictures and videos of them the entire time I was away to ease my anxiety about leaving them home.”




Emily F.

“Emily was wonderful with Gradey and was creative in finding a way to get him to take his daily medications. He was happy and content and everything was clean when we returned home. Would absolutely use Emily again!”


Jordyn H.

“Jordyn can through in a pinch for us as we had to leave quickly for a funeral. Our three big dogs were very well taken care of and Jordyn updated us regularly with photos and videos of the dogs. She was wonderful and we would definitely use her services again :)”


Candi M.
About: My main hobby is that I love to go for walks & enjoy nature. That hobby is made even more enjoyable with a furry friend accompanying me. Dogs are such a gift to our world, I believe in treating them as such. I would love the opportunity to be friends with your pet, offering them quality care, fun, affection, & well-rounded attention upon the occasions that you (their most special human/s), are unavailable to them. I work from home most days. I am also available on weekends to have your family member at my house or come see them at yours. I am available for over night guests. I live on 3 acres so I do not have a fence. I do allow animals on the furniture if that’s what you want. Excited to play
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Downing 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 49 house sitters in Downing. 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, 85% of Downing house sitters respond in under an hour.
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 Downing.
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. Downing 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.
