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“Aiden was great with Maxwell. He was on time and took amazing care of the little man. He was able to do a meet and greet prior to his appointment which helped him warm up quite quick to Aiden. We will definitely be reaching out again for his help! Thanks again!”
“Rackeeem was amazing! He took care of our house and our furry babies (a cat and a dog). He is great with animals. My cat is a very shy one. He always hides when I am away. But somehow, after eleven years I have him, he said hi to Rackeen, and also played with him! I highly recommend him.”
“Wonderful with the dogs and cats. Went above and beyond to make sure they were comfortable and happy while we were away. Kept the house tidy and very respectful of our space. Excellent communication, we got updates and pictures of the animals during our time away. Will definitely be booking with him again.”
“All went as planned. In fact Jena went above the scope of the assignment and kept us updated . Very polite, Knowledgeable, and willing to assist in the care of our pet , plus giving us peace of mind”
“Courtney was an amazing help with sitting Maxwell today. She was punctual, early in fact ;), followed all requests and most of all, made sure Maxwell was in good company. Communication was great and I felt confident that my little man would be in great care with her! We will be looking to have Courtney back in the future for sure. Thanks!”
“Kathleen did a wonderful job taking care of our animals (3 dogs) and did some extra cleanup for us. She sent us pics and took some extra time to not only watch after the guinea pigs, hamster and mouse, but even cleaned out their stinky cages. It was obvious that the dogs were comfortable with her. Thanks Kathleen. We appreciate all you did for us.”
“Shannon is the absolute GREATEST! She’s professional, communicative and took amazing care of our animals. She’s not our first Rover but I'm hoping she’ll be our last! I am so relieved we found her and will always be our go to for when we need our pets looked after. 11/10. Thank you Shannon!”
“We loved Tre! From the minute he pulled into the driveway, we felt comfortable that he would be a great fit to care for our enthusiastic pittie mix. He asked pertinent questions and took detailed notes during the meet and greet. Our dog responded so favorably to him and the became fast friends. We highly recommend him and will definitely be working together in the future.”
About: As a passionate animal lover & dog owner, I am dedicated to providing care, exercise & fun. My goal is to ensure every walk or visit makes your pet feel just as loved as they do with their owner. Safety is always my top priority and I will treat your pet as if they are my own ensuring when you return home they will be just as happy and healthy as they were when you left. I currently have open availability including early mornings, evenings, weekends or weekdays and holidays. Please advise which schedule is best for you and your pet. Safety is always my main concern and I can assure you I will keep a close eye on your pet and advise you of any emergencies.
“I give Lauren 5 stars for the excellent care she provided my three dogs and my cat during her seven day house sitting job in June. Lauren is conscientious, careful and trustworthy. This is the second time she provided overnight care and I came home to happy and healthy pets. I highly recommend Lauren for stop-by visits, dog walking and overnights.”
“Sabrina did a great job taking care of our 4-month-old puppy, Wednesday, and our kitty, Xander. She played with our puppy and let her out a bunch while she’s still potty training. She gave our cat some love, giving him company while our pets are still separating during their time still getting to know each other. It definitely helps us put our minds at ease when we leave for another trip knowing that they’ll be in great hands! :)”
About: From caring for 10 senior dogs at a rescue, to bathing dogs that got sprayed by skunks, to training and taking dogs on their own outings to parks and nature hikes, you name it I’ve done it! Even flying with dogs! ✈️ I have experience with all breeds, ages, and like to keep pet parents informed with notes & pics. Growing up in farm country taught me to love and care for all animals, but dogs and cats are by far my favorite. I also have experience in administering medications to our furry friends. I left my career of being a nanny in CA to move to this area- to marry my awesome husband. Currently I’m working on a book for future nannies and thus can choose when I write. So the dogs get my full attention and are always number 1 when I’m with them. We live in an 3 story townhouse with a small unfenced yard in front of our home, to a large grassy area on the side of our home, to a giant green grass patch directly behind us just out our back door. The neighborhood is VERY dog-friendly with lots of sidewalks and comes complete with a dog park in walking distance. Our home is dog-friendly meaning dogs are allowed on all furniture and we even have doggie steps for little pooches to get up on our bed if they wish. We also have a 2mile + walking path near us. So we have plenty of activity options. We even have Pluto cartoons for your pet to watch! Pets get 100 percent of my attention when they stay with us. Their comfort and safety is my priority as I do pet care full-time. I also write various articles about childcare/nannying so this can be done whenever and not take away from my attention to your furry friend. Our home has no place that’s off limits to your pets. If they want to snuggle on our bed or relax on our couch or even be in our guest room - they are more than welcome wherever they are most comfortable. We even have a massive bean bag most animals love thinking it’s a giant dog bed 😂.
“Rebecca did an excellent job staying at our home with Pippin! She was really prepared with questions to help the weekend good smoothly and to understand his needs. She was very responsive to messages and sent detailed updates and pics. Our pup had a great time!”
“If I could tell everyone about booking cailah and how awesome she was I would. Cailah stayed at my house during 4th of July weekend and I came home to everything in 10/10 condition. She gives the most perfect updates and even took them for morning walks. Gotta love it.”
About: I've been taking care of various types of animals for over 7 years. I've been the primary caretaker for a Labrador as well. I'm great at walking, feeding, bathing and just being in tune to the pet's needs. I currently work remotely so I am able to watch pets during the day and take them on 1-2 walks during the day and as many as necessary after 5pm. I will make sure to follow the client's instructions exactly and will make sure to provide loads of care, attention and love towards your pet :)
“We were nervous about leaving our senior cat with multiple health issues with anyone, but after reading Ciara’s profile and meeting her with Walter, we left him and our home in her care. She handled everything exactly as we hoped, followed instructions exactly, and kept us informed every day. She stayed until we returned, and the house was perfect. Walter was content, calm and happy.”
“Madison did an excellent job taking care of our 12 year old St.Bernard/Staffy mix, Charm! Madison was very capable, patient, kind and moved at Charm’s pace, making Charm very comfortable with her. Madison provided great communication during her service so we were worry-free during our trip! Will rebook with Madison in the future! 😊”
About: I will take care of your pets as I would my own. I currently have three rabbits and a cat of my own. Over the years, I have provided pet sitting services for many clients, primarily caring for dogs. You can reach out to me at any time during the period that I am looking after your pets. This is my side job, I am a professional photographer as well but if I get a request I will accept to the first of my availability! Is my house equipped with a large mansion for my rabbits, where they are free to roam. As of your home i will go as your home rules are.
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Aiden W.
“Aiden was great with Maxwell. He was on time and took amazing care of the little man. He was able to do a meet and greet prior to his appointment which helped him warm up quite quick to Aiden. We will definitely be reaching out again for his help! Thanks again!”
Rackeem R.
“Rackeeem was amazing! He took care of our house and our furry babies (a cat and a dog). He is great with animals. My cat is a very shy one. He always hides when I am away. But somehow, after eleven years I have him, he said hi to Rackeen, and also played with him! I highly recommend him.”
Ahniya I.
“Ahniya was wonderful to have over and sit Maxwell. She was on time, sent updates throughout her stay and kept Maxwell entertained. Really appreciate her help!”
Taylor G.
“Taylor was great with Maxwell! On time, open communication, and most importantly, took excellent care of Maxwell. Look forward to working with her for future visits!”
Reid C.Star Sitter
“Wonderful with the dogs and cats. Went above and beyond to make sure they were comfortable and happy while we were away. Kept the house tidy and very respectful of our space. Excellent communication, we got updates and pictures of the animals during our time away. Will definitely be booking with him again.”
Jena-lynn C.Star Sitter
“All went as planned. In fact Jena went above the scope of the assignment and kept us updated . Very polite, Knowledgeable, and willing to assist in the care of our pet , plus giving us peace of mind”
Courtney W.
“Courtney was an amazing help with sitting Maxwell today. She was punctual, early in fact ;), followed all requests and most of all, made sure Maxwell was in good company. Communication was great and I felt confident that my little man would be in great care with her! We will be looking to have Courtney back in the future for sure. Thanks!”
Kathleen H.
“Kathleen did a wonderful job taking care of our animals (3 dogs) and did some extra cleanup for us. She sent us pics and took some extra time to not only watch after the guinea pigs, hamster and mouse, but even cleaned out their stinky cages. It was obvious that the dogs were comfortable with her. Thanks Kathleen. We appreciate all you did for us.”
Shannon M.
“Shannon is the absolute GREATEST! She’s professional, communicative and took amazing care of our animals. She’s not our first Rover but I'm hoping she’ll be our last! I am so relieved we found her and will always be our go to for when we need our pets looked after. 11/10. Thank you Shannon!”
Tre S.
“We loved Tre! From the minute he pulled into the driveway, we felt comfortable that he would be a great fit to care for our enthusiastic pittie mix. He asked pertinent questions and took detailed notes during the meet and greet. Our dog responded so favorably to him and the became fast friends. We highly recommend him and will definitely be working together in the future.”
Nija H.
“I had a family emergency out of state and needed someone to sit with my furry family member, Beemer. I used Nija to walk him previously and she told me if I ever needed a sitter, let her know. I called her frantic and she was accommodating to my request! I gave her the option to stay at my apartment or take him to her home; she opted to take him to hers. Throughout the week I was away, Nija sent me random pictures and short videos of Beemer playing, resting and simply just having fun being away. She said at first he seemed anxious but after a few hours, he seemed more relaxed and played with her doggie. We have used Nija's services on a frequent basis and she is a trust worthy person with my precious little one!”
Lauren B.
“I give Lauren 5 stars for the excellent care she provided my three dogs and my cat during her seven day house sitting job in June. Lauren is conscientious, careful and trustworthy. This is the second time she provided overnight care and I came home to happy and healthy pets. I highly recommend Lauren for stop-by visits, dog walking and overnights.”
Sabrina G.
“Sabrina did a great job taking care of our 4-month-old puppy, Wednesday, and our kitty, Xander. She played with our puppy and let her out a bunch while she’s still potty training. She gave our cat some love, giving him company while our pets are still separating during their time still getting to know each other. It definitely helps us put our minds at ease when we leave for another trip knowing that they’ll be in great hands! :)”
Jen P.
About: From caring for 10 senior dogs at a rescue, to bathing dogs that got sprayed by skunks, to training and taking dogs on their own outings to parks and nature hikes, you name it I’ve done it! Even flying with dogs! ✈️ I have experience with all breeds, ages, and like to keep pet parents informed with notes & pics. Growing up in farm country taught me to love and care for all animals, but dogs and cats are by far my favorite. I also have experience in administering medications to our furry friends. I left my career of being a nanny in CA to move to this area- to marry my awesome husband. Currently I’m working on a book for future nannies and thus can choose when I write. So the dogs get my full attention and are always number 1 when I’m with them. We live in an 3 story townhouse with a small unfenced yard in front of our home, to a large grassy area on the side of our home, to a giant green grass patch directly behind us just out our back door. The neighborhood is VERY dog-friendly with lots of sidewalks and comes complete with a dog park in walking distance. Our home is dog-friendly meaning dogs are allowed on all furniture and we even have doggie steps for little pooches to get up on our bed if they wish. We also have a 2mile + walking path near us. So we have plenty of activity options. We even have Pluto cartoons for your pet to watch! Pets get 100 percent of my attention when they stay with us. Their comfort and safety is my priority as I do pet care full-time. I also write various articles about childcare/nannying so this can be done whenever and not take away from my attention to your furry friend. Our home has no place that’s off limits to your pets. If they want to snuggle on our bed or relax on our couch or even be in our guest room - they are more than welcome wherever they are most comfortable. We even have a massive bean bag most animals love thinking it’s a giant dog bed 😂.
Rebecca R.
“Rebecca did an excellent job staying at our home with Pippin! She was really prepared with questions to help the weekend good smoothly and to understand his needs. She was very responsive to messages and sent detailed updates and pics. Our pup had a great time!”
Cailah B.
“If I could tell everyone about booking cailah and how awesome she was I would. Cailah stayed at my house during 4th of July weekend and I came home to everything in 10/10 condition. She gives the most perfect updates and even took them for morning walks. Gotta love it.”
Divya J.
About: I've been taking care of various types of animals for over 7 years. I've been the primary caretaker for a Labrador as well. I'm great at walking, feeding, bathing and just being in tune to the pet's needs. I currently work remotely so I am able to watch pets during the day and take them on 1-2 walks during the day and as many as necessary after 5pm. I will make sure to follow the client's instructions exactly and will make sure to provide loads of care, attention and love towards your pet :)
Ciara A.
“We were nervous about leaving our senior cat with multiple health issues with anyone, but after reading Ciara’s profile and meeting her with Walter, we left him and our home in her care. She handled everything exactly as we hoped, followed instructions exactly, and kept us informed every day. She stayed until we returned, and the house was perfect. Walter was content, calm and happy.”
Madison M.
“Madison did an excellent job taking care of our 12 year old St.Bernard/Staffy mix, Charm! Madison was very capable, patient, kind and moved at Charm’s pace, making Charm very comfortable with her. Madison provided great communication during her service so we were worry-free during our trip! Will rebook with Madison in the future! 😊”
Gabby J.
“Gabby loves pets she cares about there wellness aways on the look out for opportunities to make there life fun for them never gos by a animal unless she acknowledges them . Spots them everywhere she gos !”
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Sitters in Galena average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Galena on Rover as of Aug 2025 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 Aug 2025, there are 387 house sitters in Galena. 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 Galena house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Galena have an average of 17 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Galena.
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. Galena 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
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Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
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