Pet Sitting in Gem Lake
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Top rated Gem Lake pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“This was our first time using Hanna and we are so very happy to have found her to care for our fur babies when we can’t. She showed up when promised, gave our one dog her meds at the specified time, put the girls potty, and played with them for a little bit. They were both so relaxed and happy when I got home I could tell they had been very well cared for!! She said she would treat our fur babies like her own and we could tell she did! We have already booked Hanna for an all day visit next week and will continue to use her!! Highly recommended Hanna!!”
“Emily did an excellent job with her drop-in visits for Charley cat. She sent photos & texts. Very reliable & clearly loves pets! I’ll definitely call on her again”
“Abigail was a good communicator and our timid cat even warmed up to Abigail which was great to hear. The daily pictures/updates were also appreciated.”
About: We host a few well-mannered dogs at a time in our smoke-free home, with plenty of space and individual attention for everyone! Your pup will receive plenty of pets and cuddles, care tailored to your them and all of the backyard play that they can handle! Consider it an extended play date for your dog. We love exploring parks in the summer, so your pup will be exposed to many an adventure! I will provide regular check-ins so that you know that your pup is acclimating well. This is Luke's full-time occupation, so his schedule is wide open to play with your pups! Rachel also works from home two days a week, so we both are home a lot! We ensure that we adhere to your pet’s regular feeding, walking, and sleeping schedule. I offer a pet-proofed space with cozy bedding, a fenced in backyard, fresh water, and toys! Lots of love, attention, and snuggles will be provided in order to ease separation anxiety!
“Valeska is the best! She watched my dogs for me when I was on active duty. She adjusted the enrichment for the dogs based on the temperature outside — inside play and puzzles if it was hot, and fetch outside if it was cool enough. She always prioritizes their mental stimulation above all else. My dogs are skittish with new people and they warmed up quickly to her. I would recommend her to anyone!”
“Julie did a great job of taking care of my cat. It took him a day or so to warm up to her and from then on he walked right up to her for fun games. She kept in touch daily. I will use her again.”
About: I have lived with cats since I was 14 years old and have looked after cats and dogs independently since I was 16. I am comfortable with administering medications from my time working at Grand Avenue Veterinary Clinic. I work about 12 hours a week spread over two days at a museum and attend graduate school online. This makes me very flexible to meet your pets needs! As I will be in your and your pets home, making sure everyone is comfortable with me in the space! My goal is to make your pet as comfortable as possible while you are away! If you have any specific concerns about going on walks or interacting with other humans and pets please let me know so I can abide by what works best for your family. I have been trained on how to pill animals who are nervous about medication to ensure that your pet recieves their medication and remains safe and supported in the process. If you should ask me to take care of your home I make sure to grab the mail daily and follow the motto of leave it better than you found it! I want to have you to come home to a clean house.
“Great communication and took pictures of the cats letting me know they were doing good. I would recommend Tara and hopefully book her again when we need a drop in visit for our cats.”
“Evelyn was absolutely wonderful! One of our cats never comes out for strangers and we were getting photos of her full belly up loving life with her. She really was above and beyond with communication and following through, heck she even washed the silverware we had in the sink! We were very nervous to use Rover again after we had a rough experience where we didn’t have phone service and later found out the person with over a hundred 5 star reviews was skipping feeding visits because they’re “just cats.” She totally renewed our faith in using this service and goes to show 100s of reviews is not more valuable than someone you can tell really loves animals and wants to do a great job. If you’re between options, pick Evelyn, you won’t regret it!”
“Sierra was super flexible and was great with sending pictures. She modified our trip when things changed and was super kind. Will definitely be asking her to check in our girls again!”
“This was our first Rover experience and they did an amazing job! They sent photos of playing with Zeke and he looked so happy! Thank you so much for making Zeke feel so comfortable.”
About: I’m an avid dog lover and have grown up alongside them for as long as I can remember. I have extensive experience taking care of a multitude breed of dogs and puppies. I have been pet sitting since I was 14. I also have experience taking care of blind, elderly, and deaf dogs. I have no problems handling medications and giving shots. My beloved dog Mugsy is blind and hard of hearing :). I have experience with severe dog allergies as well. I am currently working as a regulatory affairs specialist but I work from home on my own schedule so my schedule is very flexible. I have my own car and can drop by whenever. I have to be in person’s Tuesdays, but I typically get off around 3pm and do can run to your house early in the morning and after 3pm. I can also stay overnight to take care of your furry companion! My apartment doesn’t allow dogs so I cannot board them here. Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. When caring for your pet in your home, I make sure they stay in a familiar environment where they feel secure, relaxed, and stress-free. I follow your care instructions closely—from feeding routines and medication to playtime and cuddle time— to ensure all their needs are met exactly as you would. I love walking dogs, and will make sure your furry friend(s) stay engage and happy!
About: I used to work at a dog boarding place. That provided me with the skills to be able to handle all different types of dogs and their challenges. I also have been pet sitting for that past few years for my family friends. I worked on a goat farm as well so I can deal with the mess when it comes to pet care. I am currently working full time on the weekdays. I could check in on your pet during my lunch break. On the weekend I am fully open to spend as much time with your pet as needed. Pet safety is very important to me. I will also have your pet on a leash on walks. If you have a fenced in yard I will still go out and stay with your pet. I am very capable of crating your dog if he/she needs to while no one is home.
“Tim was outstanding!! He was on time, had exceptional communication, and made sure to give my guy the extra love and attention he deserves!! I will exclusively be using him for any future services that I book!! 10/10!”
“Nicole was great! Went above and beyond when I had a power outage scare while out of town. Great communication and on-time drop ins.”
“Aaron did such a fantastic job with Reggie during a drop-in visit! My dog is usually quite shy and sensitive, but during our meet and greet, Reggie warmed up to Aaron so quickly—it was clear he felt safe and comfortable right away. Aaron was great with communication and made scheduling super easy. When I came to pick up my keys, Reggie was with me and absolutely lit up when he saw Aaron again—tail wags, full-body wiggles, the whole thing. It was instant best-friend status! Reggie is pretty selective about who he gets that excited for, so it really means a lot knowing he's in such good hands. Huge thanks, Aaron, for being such a kind new friend for Mr. Reggieman!”
About: Five years of my experience are from raising and training two 100+ pound working dogs. And two years expirence pet sitting and volunteering at shelters. I love working with large dogs and have expirence with ill, abused and nervous dogs. I have a very regular schedule and am available for weekend check ins and weekday evenings and mornings. I can work in midday walks during the week on a reliable schedule. I make enrichment a top priority. By observing when and where an animal acts out, I can find out when they're getting bored and figure out the best way to encourage their mental growth. Physical health in pets is extremely important. I love to encourage and incentivize an active life style in pets by learning how they best love to move and making it my priority.
About: I have had almost every pet growing up that you can imagine. I have dog/cat sat for many families. We lost our last cat about a year ago and are recently retired(early retirement😀). I would love to watch your pet while you are away! I am retired and do vacation for about a month in Jan. During the summer my husband and I do a lot of fishing but I would definitely go around your pets schedule! Your pet will be treated as a family member at my home! Beds, couches and other furniture will NOT be off limits unless you specify otherwise. I do have a large yard unfortunately not fenced in but a park across the street for walking and exercising!
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Hanna T.
“This was our first time using Hanna and we are so very happy to have found her to care for our fur babies when we can’t. She showed up when promised, gave our one dog her meds at the specified time, put the girls potty, and played with them for a little bit. They were both so relaxed and happy when I got home I could tell they had been very well cared for!! She said she would treat our fur babies like her own and we could tell she did! We have already booked Hanna for an all day visit next week and will continue to use her!! Highly recommended Hanna!!”
Emily B.
Star Sitter
“Emily did an excellent job with her drop-in visits for Charley cat. She sent photos & texts. Very reliable & clearly loves pets! I’ll definitely call on her again”
Abigail W.Star Sitter
“Abigail was a good communicator and our timid cat even warmed up to Abigail which was great to hear. The daily pictures/updates were also appreciated.”
Luke & Rachel W.Star Sitter
“Luke and Rachel are fun, loving people who enjoy the outdoors and their fur baby Aria. I believe that they would be great as part the Rover family.”
Valeska P.
“Valeska is the best! She watched my dogs for me when I was on active duty. She adjusted the enrichment for the dogs based on the temperature outside — inside play and puzzles if it was hot, and fetch outside if it was cool enough. She always prioritizes their mental stimulation above all else. My dogs are skittish with new people and they warmed up quickly to her. I would recommend her to anyone!”
Julie O.Star Sitter
“Julie did a great job of taking care of my cat. It took him a day or so to warm up to her and from then on he walked right up to her for fun games. She kept in touch daily. I will use her again.”
Grace T.
“Grace has been a great pet-sitter for us and several of our co-workers. She is responsible and I trust her so much caring for our dogs and cats. We have our pets on a pretty set schedule and she happily complied with that and gave us updates as well which we really appreciated. Our pets love her.”
Tara N.
“Great communication and took pictures of the cats letting me know they were doing good. I would recommend Tara and hopefully book her again when we need a drop in visit for our cats.”
Evelyn R.Star Sitter
“Evelyn was absolutely wonderful! One of our cats never comes out for strangers and we were getting photos of her full belly up loving life with her. She really was above and beyond with communication and following through, heck she even washed the silverware we had in the sink! We were very nervous to use Rover again after we had a rough experience where we didn’t have phone service and later found out the person with over a hundred 5 star reviews was skipping feeding visits because they’re “just cats.” She totally renewed our faith in using this service and goes to show 100s of reviews is not more valuable than someone you can tell really loves animals and wants to do a great job. If you’re between options, pick Evelyn, you won’t regret it!”
Sierra H.
“Sierra was super flexible and was great with sending pictures. She modified our trip when things changed and was super kind. Will definitely be asking her to check in our girls again!”
Camille & Jordan B.
“This was our first Rover experience and they did an amazing job! They sent photos of playing with Zeke and he looked so happy! Thank you so much for making Zeke feel so comfortable.”
Kennedy B.
“Kennedy would be an excellent caregiver to your pet. As a long time family-friend, I have witnessed numerous occasions in which she has demonstrated a true care for dogs. She demonstrates the highest quality care for her dogs, a pug and poodle, along with a high quality of care for other dogs. She has dogsat at her home for numerous other breeds of dogs, and has shown the utmost care each and every time. She is trustworthy, reliable, loving, and is willing to accommodate the needs of any pet. You would be lucky to have her care for your dog!”
Isabelle K.
“Isabelle is a pet lover. Our family has a cat and an Irish Red and white setter. Isabelle is responsible in feeding and watering both of them. She enjoys walking, giving affection and playing with our dog. She is trustworthy and compassionate.”
Timothy F.
“Tim was outstanding!! He was on time, had exceptional communication, and made sure to give my guy the extra love and attention he deserves!! I will exclusively be using him for any future services that I book!! 10/10!”
Nicole G.
“Nicole was great! Went above and beyond when I had a power outage scare while out of town. Great communication and on-time drop ins.”
Aaron G.
“Aaron did such a fantastic job with Reggie during a drop-in visit! My dog is usually quite shy and sensitive, but during our meet and greet, Reggie warmed up to Aaron so quickly—it was clear he felt safe and comfortable right away. Aaron was great with communication and made scheduling super easy. When I came to pick up my keys, Reggie was with me and absolutely lit up when he saw Aaron again—tail wags, full-body wiggles, the whole thing. It was instant best-friend status! Reggie is pretty selective about who he gets that excited for, so it really means a lot knowing he's in such good hands. Huge thanks, Aaron, for being such a kind new friend for Mr. Reggieman!”
Izzy D.
“Izzy is the best!! She’s so caring for my dog Nova 75 pound black lab. Nova is very anxious and has allergies but Izzy does a great job handling all of the issues. I never worry when she is taking care of Nova. I love the way she pays attention to detail and is great at communicating. I highly recommend her.”
Cynthia G.
About: I have had almost every pet growing up that you can imagine. I have dog/cat sat for many families. We lost our last cat about a year ago and are recently retired(early retirement😀). I would love to watch your pet while you are away! I am retired and do vacation for about a month in Jan. During the summer my husband and I do a lot of fishing but I would definitely go around your pets schedule! Your pet will be treated as a family member at my home! Beds, couches and other furniture will NOT be off limits unless you specify otherwise. I do have a large yard unfortunately not fenced in but a park across the street for walking and exercising!
Gem Lake pet parents share their Rover experiences
Nicole was great! Went above and beyond when I had a power outage scare while out of town. Great communication and on-time drop ins.
Aaron took such great care of Reggie again! Being away for a long weekend can be hard on Reggie, but Aaron really made sure he felt comfortable—taking him to all his favorite spots and spending extra quality time with him. On top of looking after Reggie, Aaron kept an eye on my home as well, which I really appreciate. Always thoughtful, thorough, and communicative—it's such a relief knowing things are in good hands when I'm away!
Julie really helped us when we needed a last minute drop in for our dog. She made sure he was able to use the restroom and played with him so he wouldn't be bored. 🥰
Very professional with our new puppy. She takes time to provide feedback and go out of her way to help us with things she doesn’t need to. Very happy with Makala!!
Catherine stepped up for us when we had a last minute need and a pet who was brand new to our family. She followed our instructions to a T, spent good quality time loving on our pups and even sent us cute photos. We will definitely book with her again for more drop in visits. Thank you Catherine!
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Gem Lake on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 1,037 pet sitters in Gem Lake. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 87% of Gem Lake pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Gem Lake have an average of 15 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Gem Lake.
Rover makes it easy to find Gem Lake pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 1,037 pet sitters in Gem Lake on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Gem Lake, 93% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 94% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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.
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