House Sitting in Ellettsville
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1. Wendy M.
“Wendy does such an awesome job watching our two pups. They both have different personalities and she does great with both. She gives us such peace of mind that they are in good hands. Makes times away more enjoyable. She is great at communicating.”
2. Kensey L.
“Kensey left our home better than when she arrived. We're incredibly grateful for how well she takes care of our dogs, but especially thankful for how nice the house and our porch looked when we came home. She also provided some suggestions for our dog who is being mischievous recently and she left soothing music on for the dogs too.”
3. Tasha H.
“My dog, Cassie, can be very wary of strangers and Tasha handled it like a pro! She sent lots of pictures, let me know what was going on with the fur babes, and left the place just as neat as it was left to her. Definitely would recommend!”
4. Deborah L.
“Deborah is outstanding! She took great care of our puppy, sent pictures several times a day. My wife loved that. We totally felt good leaving our baby with her. Deborah allowed us to have a relaxing trip without worry. Max bonded with her from the beginning and I think was sad when Deborah left. I would recommend her totally.”
5. Sulie P.
“Sulie is such a great pet sitter! My dog and cats love when she takes care of them. She sends photos of my pet to keep my mind at ease. Will have her sit again!”
6. Correy E.
“Correy was great! My dog is typically a little apprehensive of people at first but she warmed up to him really well. He sent regular updates and kept me informed of what was going on. Would highly recommend him!”
7. Soolim J.
“Soolim really loves dogs and will do anything to make sure they are comfortable around her. She has fostered multiple dogs/puppies and is able to accomodate different dog personalities. I highly recommend her as a dog sitter!”
8. Jaime W.
“We had a tricky start due to some technical issues. But everything else was great! Our doggies were so much more relaxed when we got home than when we had to bring them to a dog sitter.”
9. Graham B.
“Graham has shown excellent care for his own pets since he was a kid. Both of his dogs were adopted from a shelter. He has a now senior dog and a very hyper active shepherd that he walks, entertains and shows lots of love. He knows how to care for dogs of different ages, considering their needs and would show the same care for your pets as he does his own. Graham is a trustworthy and responsible young man who will respect your home and pets.”
10. Paul C.
“Paul took great care of my dog and put my mind at ease while I was away from my pup! He gave thorough updates with pictures and was always thinking one-step ahead of me (trial walk, key drop off, etc.). When my pup got sick Paul communicated what was going on well and made the same judgement calls I would, which showed me he was truly looking out for my dog like she was his own. I will be re-booking with Paul in the future and recommend him for your petsitting needs!”
11. Sara C.
“Sara house /dog sat for us for about 10 days. She did a wonderful job. Our dog seemed to do great having Sara stay with her. She really went the extra mile for us when we had a small family emergency. We highly recommend her and hope to book her again.”
12. Jaden H.
“Jaden stayed in our home for two weeks with short notice, and took fantastic care of our two very big dogs while we were on a trip. As soon as we met him, we felt completely at ease about leaving them in his care. He left our house in better condition than we did, followed all of our instructions and administered their medications and sent us a very comforting and detailed update. We also had a family emergency, and had to make some changes, and he was very flexible and responsive. We hope to book him again, and would highly recommend him to anyone!”
13. Ellie K.
“Ellie is an amazing young person. She is responsive and responsible. We never had to wait for a response and she responsibly and timely accomplished everything we ask of her. Our pets loved her! We know that because she sent pictures with every visit. I believe that she is in IU student and obviously very hard working. I would recommend her as she is the best Pet Sitter we have ever had the opportunity to work with. I would be happy to provide further recommendation and compliments of her. Michael Hicks 812-318-2666”
14. Phoebe H.
About: I have been taking care of pets for a little over 2 years. I started the same time I started babysitting and nannying. I found that many families had different family pets that needed attention and care while I watched the kids! I’m currently a sophomore at IU studying Media Advertising. When I don’t have classes, I’m usually babysitting for different local families. I always make sure to organize my school schedule so it doesn’t interfere with work. I also make sure to speak with the pet owners and get proper directions and or instructions whenever I’m carrying for pets. I’ve found this and communication to be the most helpful in making sure pets are getting the proper care.
15. Ryan W.
“Ryan is an exceptional pet caregiver! He’s responsible, attentive, and his love for animals shows. My pet felt comfortable and happy in his care, and I appreciated his regular updates. Highly recommend! – Morgan”
16. Kaitlyn M.
About: I have had many pets since I was a little kid and enjoy creating a special connection with each one. I love pet sitting for people and meeting new furry friends! I am a full time student and have a part time job however my class and work schedule have so many gaps and lots of free time in each day. I live with a super friendly long haired cat. I have a decent sized backyard. I can drive to dog parks anytime:) While I am at someone’s house I will make sure to do what they ask while trying to be respectful of their pets and home.
17. Jeffery G.
“Jeffery is a wonderful dog uncle, we couldn’t have asked for anyone better. He watched our dog and our house for a week and took special care of our dog who has some health conditions. I am thankful he gave her such love and attention. 💜”
18. Gabriela M.
“Gabby took great care of Walter and our home. he misses her already!”
19. Iwona A.
“Iwona and her husband are awesome. I had a last minute trip I needed to take and both were available and very flexible with the last minute housesitting invite. My pug and 2 kitties were very happy. I got several pics throughout the day. My apartment was left clean when I returned. Thank you so much Iwona and Daniel!!”
20. Lucy D.
“Lucy has stayed in my home for multiple days to care for my 3 dogs - one of whom was elderly and unwell, one who is high needs, and one who is rambunctious. They can be a challenge with their different food and medication needs, one of them can be aggressive when the mood suits him, and they all demand constant attention. She handled them like a pro! She also left my home in excellent condition. We could barely even tell she was here. I would trust Lucy to stay in my house and care for my dogs again without hesitation!”
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House Sitting FAQs
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Ellettsville on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $35 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 153 house sitters in Ellettsville. 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, 89% of Ellettsville house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Ellettsville have an average of 15 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 Ellettsville.
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. Ellettsville 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.