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About: Experience with large dogs (Germans shepherds and Rottweiler), medium dogs (shitzu and puggle), cats, ferrets, pigs, and chickens. Enjoy giving attention as well as making sure routines are followed. We work and go to school full time. We are also open to home visits during the evening. Weekends we are always available for you. We have two outside dogs that can be kenneled if needed. We also have an inside puggle and cat. We can also kennel or crate you animal if you are more comfortable. We live on over 3 acres and our yard is unfenced.
About: Ive take care of Dogs since i was roughly 5. Also have trained dogs since i was 6, and worked at a Kennel. My first dog i trained was trained in agility My 2nd dog, i trained as my service dog, sport dog whom competes in , AKC rally, dock diving and rally. Often times, i go to work and come home to hang out with my animals, and do things directly with them, my life revolves around there needs. I do have a unfenced yard, but all my dogs that i have are tethered and have never gotten away. All my dogs are friendly except Millie. She stays separate from any dog that enters my home and is crate rotated.
“We recently had the pleasure of having Riley take care of our pets during an 8-day family vacation, and we couldn't be happier with her service. From the moment we left, Riley provided us with daily updates and pictures, keeping us informed about how our pets were doing. This thoughtful communication gave us peace of mind and allowed us to fully enjoy our vacation. Riley's dedication and care were evident in every update. Our pets were happy, healthy, and well-cared for throughout our time away. It's clear that Riley has a genuine love for animals and takes her responsibilities seriously. We will definitely be rebooking Riley for any future pet care needs. She is reliable, compassionate, and goes above and beyond to ensure our pets are well taken care of. Thank you, Riley, for your outstanding service!”
About: Have been taking care of friends and families pets for years. Additionally, I used to work at a dog daycare and now have two cats and a puppy of my own! I am currently a student and therefore have a lot of free time outside of class! I have a very flexible schedule and will easily be able to fit pet care into my daily/weekly routine. Will always attend to your cat or dog’s needs in a timely manner. You can be sure your pet will get a lot of extra attention and playtime while you’re away!
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Heather H.
About: Experience with large dogs (Germans shepherds and Rottweiler), medium dogs (shitzu and puggle), cats, ferrets, pigs, and chickens. Enjoy giving attention as well as making sure routines are followed. We work and go to school full time. We are also open to home visits during the evening. Weekends we are always available for you. We have two outside dogs that can be kenneled if needed. We also have an inside puggle and cat. We can also kennel or crate you animal if you are more comfortable. We live on over 3 acres and our yard is unfenced.
Morgan T.
“Morgan has always had a love for animals. Dogs are her specialty. She has trained with all our dogs and taken care of them. She has always been very punctual, responsive, and sends me care updates. I highly recommend Morgan T. to care for your fur babies!”
Baylea M.
“Baylea did an amazing job with my pets, I couldn't have asked for anyone better.”
Riley W.
“We recently had the pleasure of having Riley take care of our pets during an 8-day family vacation, and we couldn't be happier with her service. From the moment we left, Riley provided us with daily updates and pictures, keeping us informed about how our pets were doing. This thoughtful communication gave us peace of mind and allowed us to fully enjoy our vacation. Riley's dedication and care were evident in every update. Our pets were happy, healthy, and well-cared for throughout our time away. It's clear that Riley has a genuine love for animals and takes her responsibilities seriously. We will definitely be rebooking Riley for any future pet care needs. She is reliable, compassionate, and goes above and beyond to ensure our pets are well taken care of. Thank you, Riley, for your outstanding service!”
Emily M.
About: Have been taking care of friends and families pets for years. Additionally, I used to work at a dog daycare and now have two cats and a puppy of my own! I am currently a student and therefore have a lot of free time outside of class! I have a very flexible schedule and will easily be able to fit pet care into my daily/weekly routine. Will always attend to your cat or dog’s needs in a timely manner. You can be sure your pet will get a lot of extra attention and playtime while you’re away!
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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 Forest City on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $45 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 7 house sitters in Forest City. 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, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Forest City.
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. Forest City 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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