Pet Sitting in Dubuque
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“My Dog and Cat were very well cared for while I was away on vacation. Kathy sent cute daily pictures and updates which were so nice to get while away. I would highly recommend Kathy to anyone, I found her to be both reliable and trustable!”


“Ryan took great care of our pup, Clementine! He was super responsive and always came right on time to take her out. He also always submitted the rover card with multiple pictures from the visit. We would definitely use Ryan’s services again and recommend him to anyone!”


“Tiffani was excellent! She gave our fur babies great care and attention. She took care of everything we asked. I got regular updates and all was well when we got home. Thank you again!”


“Nia did an amazing job understanding the needs and caring for our diabetic senior cat! She provided great visit descriptions and photos! We highly recommend her for your pets' care!”


“Once again Alisha was great! Thanks to her awesome flexibility we were able to book her last minute. She came to let the dogs out while we were gone and she sent us sweet pictures of the dogs and her daughter playing. We really enjoy her, as do our dogs.”


About: We always watch our friends and neighbors dogs! We have heard some struggle to find someone to care for their pet when they are away! We would love to help! My husband and I work from home and our dog loves to play! Having new friends for him and someone else to keep him busy would be great! We have a fenced in front porch and back yard. Over an acre in the back to run and play! Plenty of safe fun for your dog!

“Jessica was amazing! It’s obvious she loves animals and we were able to have peace of mind because of her extensive experience with animals. We would love to have Jessica watch Clementine again!!”


“We have a very sensitive dog that doesn't warm easily or quickly to new people, but I gotta say; Riley has been great with our Rose. Riley is patient and talks to Rose to get her comfortable. With our Rose being how she is, it is a repeat over and over for Riley to work with Rose to keep getting Rose more comfortable and Riley keeps her patience. Thank you Riley for working with our Rose, Pumpkin, and Chancey!”


About: I’ve had numerous pets over my entire life. My daughter and I are looking to provide love and care to dogs or cats in our area on an as needed basis. Our schedule is flexible until the school years starts and then will be on an as needed basis for nights and weekends. I would prefer the care be provided in the client home. Due to having a handicapped daughter in our home, I would prefer to provide the care in the client home. I can provide drop-in’s, walks, daily care, or overnight care.

“Mamie was amazing with our pup. Always kept us updated and made sure Beau was comfortable and taken care of just as we would. Would definitely recommend and have her watch our pup again ❤️”


About: I grew up taking care of horses and a cat. Once I got a place of my own, I adopted two dogs and got a cat. I currently have a puppy who I am teaching basic commands. I have always been an animal lover and enjoy meeting new furry friends! My family and I love animals and look forward to meeting yours! I currently work full time from home with limited travel, but I do have a flexible schedule that allows me to plan around work to walk dogs or do potty breaks. I have a fenced in yard with two friendly dogs and a cat. I can easily crate your pet if needed. I enjoy walking and my son loves to play fetch with dogs!

About: I’ve taken care of multiple dogs and cats, growing up with 5 dogs and 6 cats at once. I now have a Lab, Great Pyrenees, mix whom I have trained and taken care of since a puppy. She is an energetic and roudy dog who needs constant attention and affection, so loving animals comes easy to me especially with my little partner. I also grew up with 12 cows, so I am comfortable with those bigger “grass puppies” if needed! I’m currently looking for a full time job, but am available right now all day every day. I’m a student athlete who wrestles in college, so for right now I train from 7am-9am. After that I am completely free to play with any fur babies that need loving. Any holidays are also completely open in my schedule. I have a fenced in small yard, which my pup loves to play in. She is spoiled so she sleeps on the bed with me, and even gets her own blanket, but she is also trained and is working on her recall. She knows the basics along with some party tricks I have taught her! I’m able to get comfortable with animals and owners, to assure that your pets will be safe and loved during the whole visit. I’m experienced in dog, cat, cow, sheep, and disabled dog care. Growing up on a small farm, I was well rounded with the care of our 5 dogs, 6 cats, and 12 cows along with our 4 sheep!

“Peace of Mind and Five-Star Care We cannot recommend Luna highly enough. She is professional, an excellent communicator, and she treated our pets as if they were her own. From the beginning, Luna was punctual and asked for detailed instructions, which she followed to the letter. She was diligent about updating the Rover scorecard with great photos, and she stayed for the entire booked time. Luna has a wonderful way with animals. She expertly handled our 85-pound German Shepherd on multiple walks, even on hot days, while always being mindful of her comfort. She also spent plenty of quality time playing with our cat. What truly set her apart was how she handled an unexpected issue. Our basement flooded (through no fault of her own), and she notified us immediately, offering to help in any way she could. In a very thoughtful gesture, she even texted after her stay just to check on the situation. She saved us many hours of clean up in our basement because she took action immediately upon discovering the basement beginning to flood. We came home to happy and relaxed pets who clearly had a great time with her. We feel incredibly lucky to have found Luna and will be booking her for all our future needs. Thank you, Luna!”


About: I’ve grown up with dogs and cats in the household. My priority is care and love for your furry friends! When I see dogs in public, I want to pet them all day :) Currently working part-time as well as attending college. I live in a dorm—no pets allowed. Classes are from ~12PM until ~4PM and work evening/nights. Nights I am not working my schedule is wide open. I like to gain a sense of trust at first between me and dogs(holding my hand out to sniff, pets if warranted, etc); Steer away from other dogs in public if mine gets aggressive; always conscious of surroundings; Dogs brighten my day every time I see one!

About: I owned a dog for a couple years who had a disease that required special care when eating and drinking water, he had a lot of medical needs. I became profiecent in his needs and provided great care before he passed. With that said, I have experience with taking care of dogs with special needs. I also have experience raising a puppy from very young, so I understand reactiveity in dogs and have learned different ways to calm them down or pay special attention to them during moments of high reactivity ( like during walks) I am currently work remotely from home and have a pretty flexible schedule during my day that allows me to do side quests such as rover I have a fenced in yard and 1 dog who loves playing with other dogs! so your fur baby would have a best friend to play with during the day. I can also easily crate my or your dog

About: I've owned and cared for many different breeds and ages of dogs my whole life! I have a soft spot in my heart for animals and promise to take the best care of your fur babies! I am a full-time teacher from 7-2:30, but outside of my hours I am very flexible! I am also flexible most weekends and have my own transportation. In my years of working with animals, I remain vigilant and caring of your animals, as I know I would want the same for my animals at home!
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Kathy K.Star Sitter

“My Dog and Cat were very well cared for while I was away on vacation. Kathy sent cute daily pictures and updates which were so nice to get while away. I would highly recommend Kathy to anyone, I found her to be both reliable and trustable!”


Ryan P.

“Ryan took great care of our pup, Clementine! He was super responsive and always came right on time to take her out. He also always submitted the rover card with multiple pictures from the visit. We would definitely use Ryan’s services again and recommend him to anyone!”


Michelle C.Star Sitter

“As always you did a great job! I feel she’s in good hands when you have her, thank you so much! We will see you again in a few weeks if your free.”


Tiffani W.Star Sitter

“Tiffani was excellent! She gave our fur babies great care and attention. She took care of everything we asked. I got regular updates and all was well when we got home. Thank you again!”




Nicole M.
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Nia G.

“Nia did an amazing job understanding the needs and caring for our diabetic senior cat! She provided great visit descriptions and photos! We highly recommend her for your pets' care!”


Alisha L.

“Once again Alisha was great! Thanks to her awesome flexibility we were able to book her last minute. She came to let the dogs out while we were gone and she sent us sweet pictures of the dogs and her daughter playing. We really enjoy her, as do our dogs.”


Tamara D.Star Sitter
About: We always watch our friends and neighbors dogs! We have heard some struggle to find someone to care for their pet when they are away! We would love to help! My husband and I work from home and our dog loves to play! Having new friends for him and someone else to keep him busy would be great! We have a fenced in front porch and back yard. Over an acre in the back to run and play! Plenty of safe fun for your dog!


Jessica S.

“Jessica was amazing! It’s obvious she loves animals and we were able to have peace of mind because of her extensive experience with animals. We would love to have Jessica watch Clementine again!!”


taylor m.

“She did great. Dogs loved her. Would love to have her back next time.”


Riley S.Star Sitter

“We have a very sensitive dog that doesn't warm easily or quickly to new people, but I gotta say; Riley has been great with our Rose. Riley is patient and talks to Rose to get her comfortable. With our Rose being how she is, it is a repeat over and over for Riley to work with Rose to keep getting Rose more comfortable and Riley keeps her patience. Thank you Riley for working with our Rose, Pumpkin, and Chancey!”


Melissa T.
“I’ve been trusting Melissa with my black lab, Kiley, for the past two years, and I couldn’t be more grateful! From day one, it was clear that Melissa is not just a dog sitter—she’s a true animal lover. Kiley has always felt right at home with her, and I’ve never had to worry for a second about her well-being. Melissa goes above and beyond to make sure Kiley is not only cared for but genuinely happy. Whether it’s taking her on long walks, playing her favorite games, or just providing some good old-fashioned cuddles, Melissa makes sure Kiley gets the attention she deserves. And Kiley absolutely adores her! What really stands out about Melissa is her communication. She always keeps me updated with cute photos and little anecdotes about Kiley’s day, which always puts my mind at ease. I can tell Melissa genuinely cares about Kiley’s happiness and health, and that’s priceless to me. If you’re looking for someone reliable, loving, and experienced to take care of your furry friend, I wholeheartedly recommend Melissa. She’s been a lifesaver for me, and I know Kiley looks forward to every stay with her. Thank you, Melissa, for everything you do!”


Mamie R.

“Mamie was amazing with our pup. Always kept us updated and made sure Beau was comfortable and taken care of just as we would. Would definitely recommend and have her watch our pup again ❤️”


Calista C.
“I would trust Calista with any pets I’ve ever owned. I’ve gotten the pleasure of being around her with her own cat and dogs, and I have gotten to see how she handles others animals. She genuinely cares about their wellbeing and understand how important communication is being herself and pet owner!”


Brianna S.
“Bri has always been our go-to when we've needed help with our dogs and sheep! She was always available for drop-ins, vacations, or the occasional "the sheep got out again!" Roo and Hutch miss her deeply and can't wait for future visits.”


Luna M.

“Peace of Mind and Five-Star Care We cannot recommend Luna highly enough. She is professional, an excellent communicator, and she treated our pets as if they were her own. From the beginning, Luna was punctual and asked for detailed instructions, which she followed to the letter. She was diligent about updating the Rover scorecard with great photos, and she stayed for the entire booked time. Luna has a wonderful way with animals. She expertly handled our 85-pound German Shepherd on multiple walks, even on hot days, while always being mindful of her comfort. She also spent plenty of quality time playing with our cat. What truly set her apart was how she handled an unexpected issue. Our basement flooded (through no fault of her own), and she notified us immediately, offering to help in any way she could. In a very thoughtful gesture, she even texted after her stay just to check on the situation. She saved us many hours of clean up in our basement because she took action immediately upon discovering the basement beginning to flood. We came home to happy and relaxed pets who clearly had a great time with her. We feel incredibly lucky to have found Luna and will be booking her for all our future needs. Thank you, Luna!”


Anna B.

“Anna was amazing! Highly recommend!”


Tyler R.
About: I’ve grown up with dogs and cats in the household. My priority is care and love for your furry friends! When I see dogs in public, I want to pet them all day :) Currently working part-time as well as attending college. I live in a dorm—no pets allowed. Classes are from ~12PM until ~4PM and work evening/nights. Nights I am not working my schedule is wide open. I like to gain a sense of trust at first between me and dogs(holding my hand out to sniff, pets if warranted, etc); Steer away from other dogs in public if mine gets aggressive; always conscious of surroundings; Dogs brighten my day every time I see one!


Jacqueline M.
About: I owned a dog for a couple years who had a disease that required special care when eating and drinking water, he had a lot of medical needs. I became profiecent in his needs and provided great care before he passed. With that said, I have experience with taking care of dogs with special needs. I also have experience raising a puppy from very young, so I understand reactiveity in dogs and have learned different ways to calm them down or pay special attention to them during moments of high reactivity ( like during walks) I am currently work remotely from home and have a pretty flexible schedule during my day that allows me to do side quests such as rover I have a fenced in yard and 1 dog who loves playing with other dogs! so your fur baby would have a best friend to play with during the day. I can also easily crate my or your dog


Kathryn N.
About: I've owned and cared for many different breeds and ages of dogs my whole life! I have a soft spot in my heart for animals and promise to take the best care of your fur babies! I am a full-time teacher from 7-2:30, but outside of my hours I am very flexible! I am also flexible most weekends and have my own transportation. In my years of working with animals, I remain vigilant and caring of your animals, as I know I would want the same for my animals at home!
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Dubuque on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 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 19 pet sitters in Dubuque. 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 Dubuque.
Rover makes it easy to find Dubuque 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 19 pet sitters in Dubuque 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.
