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Top rated Fernwood house sitters
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“Lynette was responsible, reliable, and so sweet to our pups. She made sure they had food and plenty of attention. She’s sent great photos and we would absolutely trust her with our dogs again!”
“Elizabeth was amazing. We need a last minute dog sitter and she came through and saved vacation! She provided plenty of updates, photos, and videos. Our dog sometimes is a little shy coming out of her crate but she loved Elizabeth. We will definitely use Elizabeth's services again!!”
“I don't want to leave too positive a review (even though it is 100% warranted) because the last time I did that our sitter got so busy we are not able to book them anymore. All joking aside, Sara was beyond wonderful. She provided us with updates (even during a major storm), pictures and most importantly to us, she went above and beyond with our taking care of our post surgical Ollie who is needing a lot of extra care.”
“Jessica stayed at our house and took care of our fur babies while we were out of town. We will definitely use Jessica again next time since we know our pups will be in good hands!”
About: I would love to be there for your fur baby ❤️ I am mama to a kind 7 year old reactive German Shepherd that I have trained and two very sweet 5 year old cats. When walking dogs I always carry a clicker, lots of treats, and a harness that wraps around my waist and their leash for extra security. I am currently part time, with full availability in the mornings and on weekends. I am big on clear and transparent communication when it comes to scheduling and ensuring all your fur baby’s needs I have a fenced in back yard and a separate room that your sweet angel will stay in! The room is a street facing second floor bedroom with a window (this is my studio, a part of our home)
“Keisha was a Godsend, one of our cat's requires daily meds, which he hates taking, and she made sure he got them with understanding and positivity, even when personally tested knowing the need that he received them.”
“Brianna was a very attentive dog sitter to our high energy pup! She was also very good about letting us know when Sloane acted up so that we could help her handle the situation! Such a great house guest! She even stripped the bed!”
“Blythe was excellent! Gordon was very well taken care of. Blythe went the EXTRA MILE for my guy!! She really gave him extra TLC. He has some leg weaknesses and she was so good with him‼️She’s coming back for another 2 weeks and I know Gordon will be so happy to see her❗️I highly recommend her❤️‼️‼️‼️”
“Elba was absolutely amazing!! She was very thorough and made sure she had all the information she needed to care for out two 6-month-old Golden Retriever puppies for 24 hours at our house. We received numerous updates and lots of pictures during her stay with them. And our house was left in the same condition as we left it. We will definitely reach out to her again!”
About: Ex restaurant owner turned private chef and animal sitter (what is this life?!). Love meeting all the silly kitties and playful doggies on this app. I have two cats and a pitbull puppy. I specialize in giving insulin if needed, medication/pills, and telling your cat/dog how pretty they are. Very flexible, wide open schedule right now! My schedule was limited to cat visits but now I’m open to pups now that my puppy isn’t as demanding of my time I have two very nice dog friendly cats and just got a puppy. Unfortunately my home is not open to other animals just yet as she’s a wild one
“Berenice was an excellent sitter. My first time working with her was for an extended period of time and I came home to a clean house and happy, healthy dogs. My two pitties are not trained well on a leash and she did well walking them despite that. She left me at ease while on my trip with daily communication and pictures. We already have our next stay booked with her! Thank you Berenice! 💕”
“Lacey is great! She sent us pictures and updates every day & she followed our directions very well. She is so sweet and easy going & our dog was very happy and well trained when we got home.”
“Devon did an awesome jobs taking care of our pups! She cared about them like they were her own and made sure they were comfortable the whole time we were away.”
About: Hello! I am a dog lover through and through, as I’ve spent much of my life caring for my own pups and dog sitting for friends and family. I also worked at a doggy daycare for a little over a year, where I was responsible for managing large groups of dogs. We regularly fed, trained, and administered a variety of meds to the dogs in our care. I had the opportunity to work with many different dogs as well, from senior dogs with special needs to young, energetic puppies of all sizes! I have always been extremely passionate about understanding dog behaviors so that I can provide the best care for every pup :) I have a lot of time throughout the week to care for your pups! I’m available Mon-Fri and I can be flexible regarding timing. Most weekends are open for me as well—just communicate what is needed and I will try my best to make myself available :) I always provide a safe, comfortable environment at your home while sticking to a structured routine of potties, feeding, and/or any medication needs. I’ll do my best to ensure your pet feels relaxed and confident while you’re away!
“Melissa is a great overnight dogsitter. She followed all the instructions for my dog and bullies have a lot of instructions. Ha! She provided updates everyday and you can tell she enjoys dogsitting. I came back to happy dog.”
“Taylor took care of my son (Zipp) during the winter in Wisconsin. You can tell Taylor loves dogs, he sent me videos playing with Zipp and taking him for walks in the snow. Thank you Taylor! I would book again!!! Zipp was so happy when we got home, on the couch like we never left 💕”
“We had a wonderful experience with Maiah and would absolutely recommend her. Our beagle can be a bit high-maintenance, but Maiah was so great with her. It gave us peace of mind knowing our pup was in trustworthy, kind, and capable hands. Maiah was also an excellent communicator--we received regular updates, photos, and quick responses, which made it easy to relax while we were away. We wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again!”
About: I come from a long line of pet lovers and adored my senior rescue Westie, Butter Bean, who I recently lost in March. I have volunteered with the Wisconsin Westie Rescue and am familiar with caring for a variety of foster and rescues including medical intensive needs, senior dogs, cats, puppies and former strays for over 5 years. I have taken a certification course on dog behavior and care, and have ample experience with various behavioral issues. I have been dog sitting and house sitting, as well as house visits for over 10 years as well and am comfortable spending plenty of quality time with your pets and making sure their needs are met. When not caring for pets I work full time the director for a nonprofit. My job is flexible enough that I can leave during the day to care for your pet. Please feel free to reach out with any questions! I currently work hybrid (remote and in person) and have an extremely flexible schedule (I make my own schedule). I am located in Cudahy but work downtown, have my own vehicle and am able to go anywhere within a reasonable distance. I have a fenced in yard and one 13 year old male Westie. He is very relaxed and has been around many fosters/visitors and is very good with visitors. For in-home care I prefer to meet pets ahead of time with their owners present, the. take ample time to make sure pets are cared and comfortable when duty calls.
“Catherine did a wonderful job house sitting. She took attentive care of our two dogs and cat. She provided great updates and our dogs looked so happy in every picture. We had total peace of mind with Catherine watching our home.”
Fernwood pet parents share their Rover experiences
I don't want to leave too positive a review (even though it is 100% warranted) because the last time I did that our sitter got so busy we are not able to book them anymore. All joking aside, Sara was beyond wonderful. She provided us with updates (even during a major storm), pictures and most importantly to us, she went above and beyond with our taking care of our post surgical Ollie who is needing a lot of extra care.
Lynette did an amazing job watching our two pups, Roger and Cruise, in our home! She sent sweet updates with pictures, responded promptly to messages, and kept everything with the dogs and the house running smoothly while we were away. We came back to a clean home and happy pets, a credit to her care and professionalism. Definitely recommend. Thank you, Lynette!!
Steely my dog was in great hands with Megan. He was very happy to see her when she came back after the meet and greet. She kept me up to date regularly and sent me multiple pictures a day which made me feel so good being away. She asked appropriate questions regarding his care instructions. Also the residents in my 55 and over apartment building were very complimentary about her. I would absolutely have her take care of my boy again. Thank you Megan!🩷
Tanya was fantastic with my crazy dogs! She went above and beyond in communication and made us feel so comfortable leaving our dogs for a few days. Our dogs required special care and minimal time alone and Tanya accommodated all requests. We will be using her every time we need a dog sitter! Highly recommend.
Taylor took care of my son (Zipp) during the winter in Wisconsin. You can tell Taylor loves dogs, he sent me videos playing with Zipp and taking him for walks in the snow. Thank you Taylor! I would book again!!! Zipp was so happy when we got home, on the couch like we never left 💕
IGNORE THE BAD REVIEW - that guy’s a doo-doo face… Sawyer clearly loves dogs and communicates just fine! I tend to over communicate and he had no problem responding to all my messages. I love getting all the pic updates, too! He’s experienced and my handsome staffy boy took to him immediately! My dog can be a handful on a leash and around other dogs but he must have handled him just fine because no bad reports! 💯 recommend Sawyer! 👍
I couldn't be happier with my experience! Margaret was amazing with Theo — attentive, communicative, and clearly a true dog lover. I received regular updates, photos, and videos, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. When I came home Theo didn't even want Maragret to leave! I’m so grateful to have found someone I can fully trust, and I’ll definitely be booking again. Highly recommend!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Fernwood is $50
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Sitters in Fernwood average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Fernwood on Rover as of May 2026 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 91% of Fernwood house sitters respond in under an hour.
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 Fernwood.
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. Fernwood 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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