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1. Lee M.
“Lee did a great job of watching over our dogs and cats. When we returned she left the place spotless and our 3 animals were in good health and spirits.”
2. Felicia C.
“Felicia was very sweet!! We look forward to booking her again!”
3. Alissa B.
“Alissa is the best!! We have 2 crazy dogs and she took care of their crazies and stayed at our place and made it her own. She left it spotless and did everything to make our travels easier and even made sure that when we came back we did not need to worry about anything. The dogs were super happy and we were so relieved to work with Alissa and have her around.”
4. Mercedes "Sadie" C.
“Sadie is a great sitter! She is reliable, professional, and took wonderful care of our pets and home. She provided constant updates and pictures throughout her stay and left everything in perfect order. We look forward to using her regularly!”
5. Zakkery S.
“Great drop in with Zak today. He was on time and took and was very understanding and unfased by our boys idiosyncrasies. A real professional.”
6. Kearsten S.
“Kearsten was absolutely amazing while taking care of our two dogs, Bear and Sage. From start to finish, she was super communicative, keeping us updated with pictures and messages, which really put us at ease. She went above and beyond, not only caring for our dogs but also looking after our home. It's clear that she genuinely cares for animals, and our dogs were so happy and well taken care of. We couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter, and we will definitely be booking with her again. Highly recommend Kearsten to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and caring!”
7. Tara H.
“Tara watched Rufus and Bailey for a 2 night vacation for us. She also fed our 4 cats and really went above and beyond. She sent lots of great pictures and took the extra effort to make sure she communicated with us, even when we didn't answer right away. We can highly recommend Tara!”
8. Leslie L.
“Thank you SO much for taking care of our babies while we were on vacation. We were able to relax knowing everyone was safe & happy, and came back to clean & well kept house.”
9. Tamara J.
“Tamara came in to save the day on such short notice! She kept me informed of what was going on and my dog Ziggy absolutely loved the company of her and her adorable pup!”
10. Raanan R.
“Raanan is awesome! Very sweet with my puppy and followed all the instructions I left behind which really calmed my anxiety. For a first time experience, his attention and care for my fur baby made it great! Highly recommend and will rebook.”
11. Arianna V.
“Arianna is amazing. My babies love her! She is attentive, accommodating and sends plenty of pics. I have booked several stays with her, and will continue to do so in the future.”
12. Austin G.
“Amazing with our pup! Really cares for animals and made sure he was taken care of while we were away. Sent us plenty of pictures and updates!”
13. LINDSEY F.
“Lindsey was so kind to adjust another day last minute for our wedding weekend! Received photos and updates frequently and felt confident for our pups care with Lindsey! Thank you!”
14. michael p.
“Michael did an awesome job taking care of our Animals! He communicated well and followed our instructions. We will definitely be reaching out when we need a house sitter again!”
15. Amy W.
“Amy was on time with arrival and great communication! Every pic she sent were our doggies cuddled up next to her so im glad she made them feel comfortable!”
16. Kat F.
“Kat is absolutely AMAZING and I cannot endorse her enough! I have an elderly cat and a dog, and while I was out of the country for almost two weeks, Kat kept me up to date with pictures and regular communication. They absolutely LOVED their time with her, and I will *definitely* be using Kat every time I travel! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 10/10 And whatever other "perfect score" you can think of”
17. Christopher M.
“Christopher has been taking care of my dogs when I go out of town for the past 5 years. He is very reliable and always comes on time. He even has the front door code to our house, and has done both drop-ins and overnight stays. Highly recommend!!”
18. Camryn J.
About: Ive had a lifetime’s worth of caring for and loving my own pups :). Id love to pass that care onto other pups! Im very attentive to detail and will listen to what your pup needs. Whether that be a nap or some more play time! I do work full time, so my availability for night and weekend care is completely open! If you are just needing a break, Im your girl! I will listen to what you and your dog needs! I am very flexible and believe in routines for dogs so whatever that means for your life I will accommodate! Being with a stranger can be scary enough, its important for them to be comfortable!
19. Nallely T.
About: I grew up with pets and they’ve always been part of my life. I’ve had hamsters, mice, chickens, bunnies, ducks, birds, fish, turtles, guinea pigs and of course dogs and cats. I’m definitely a dog lover, and as an adult I have gained plenty of experience pet sitting and caring for dogs, specially small breeds. I cared for my older baby (Shih-Tzu) with medical needs for many years, and in the process learned a lot about dog care and how to tell when they aren’t feeling well or something is going on. I’ve cared for dogs of friends and family who have full confidence and trust that their babies will be loved, taken care of and even spoiled when they’re under my watch. I’m currently in the process of changing career paths, and have flexibility to do boarding, drop-in visits and house sitting on most weekends and potentially some week days. The house will be dog proofed. I’m aware of things dogs can eat that will make them sick or could be damaging for their health, so those foods/items will be unreachable for dogs. They will have a good sized backyard to go out for potty breaks and play. My community has very nice and safe walking trails for dogs that need walks. If/as requested dogs can be crated but they won’t be crated otherwise. I love cuddling with my dogs so I allow them on the bed and occasionally on living room furniture. They sleep on my bed unless requested to sleep in their own bed.
20. Dan C.
“Dan was great! He came early to chat with us and allow us to introduce him to our pups. He took great care of them and went above and beyond picking up and caring for an injured cat! He was very communicative and sent regular updates. He did end up having to leave around to deal with a family emergency, but things happen! He stuck around and got on it with River to find a replacement. He was great!”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Elgin 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 2,498 house sitters in Elgin. 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, 88% of Elgin house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Elgin have an average of 14 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Elgin.
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. Elgin 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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