House Sitting in Gowen

“Emily was very loving and caring for our dog. The first two days we received pictures and put pretty regularly, I would have liked it if she had done that on the last day. Other than that she is an excellent sitter”

Pat J.

“Eden did a great job caring for our dog, Phineas. Phineas is very attached to me and I always worry when I'm away that he will be unhappy and agitated. But he took to Eden very quickly and Eden provided frequent updates that made our time away stress-free.”

Stephen S.

“Brendan did a great job with our girls. I initially booked him due to his experience with senior dogs as one of our girls is almost 15. The other is much younger with a lot of energy. Everything went smoothly and we will definitely be using Brendan again!”

Lauren N.

“Sarah is a wonderful person and did a awesome job house sitting with our two dogs. I highly recommend Sarah and will use her services in the future! Molly and Minnie loved her and seemed very happy to be around Sarah.”

Jerry T.

About: As a veterinary assistant with hands-on experience in both general and emergency practices, I bring a unique level of skill, knowledge, and compassion to every pet I care for. I’m trained in handling animals of all sizes and temperaments, and I’m confident in giving medications, and managing senior pets with special needs. I also have experience working with puppies—including potty training, crate training, and building confidence with positive reinforcement. Whether your pet is young and energetic or older and in need of a little extra TLC, I tailor my care to meet their individual needs. Beyond my clinical background, I’m a lifelong animal lover who knows that pets are family. I treat every animal in my care like one of my own. I understand how important trust is when someone else is looking after your pet, and I’m here to give you peace of mind while you’re away. I’m currently working full time, but I am able to take time out of my day to let your animals out throughout the day! On weekends I can stay with them full time! When caring for pets in their own home, my goal is to maintain their usual routine so they feel safe, comfortable, and stress-free while you're away. I follow all care instructions closely, from feeding and walks to medication schedules and bedtime routines, and I always take time to bond with your pet through play, snuggles, or quiet companionship depending on their needs and personality. As a veterinary assistant, I’m confident handling pets with medical conditions, anxiety, or special requirements. I make sure your home stays tidy, your pet feels loved, and you stay updated with regular messages and photos. I treat every home with respect and every pet like family.

“Had a great experience with Caroline! Took good care of our dogs while we were out of town and very easy to communicate with. Would recommend!”

Kayleigh M.

“Chris did a great job house sitting for our golden retriever. Her communication was great, and she responded right away with updates whenever I checked in. The house was super clean when we got back, and she took good care of our baby. Would use Chris for house sitting again.”

Cinda C.

“Six weeks before our first cruise planned for August 2025, the dog sitter that I had lined up to stay with our golden retriever, Casper, backed out on me. So I was scrambling to find a new dog sitter and turned to Rover.com. That's how we found Eileen. She was delightful and I never had a concern for the entire cruise. Casper seemed very happy in all of the pictures she sent me during our time away. Eileen was also kind enough to water my flowers and bring in the mail daily. She took care of everything including Casper. I would highly recommend Eileen for anyone looking for a kind trustworthy house/pet sitter. Chris Strawser”

Chris S.

“This was a great experience! Betsy was easy to work with, made herself available for a meet and greet prior to booking, and was very flexible with our changing plans. She provided status updates along with pictures, and made us feel comfortable that the dogs and our house were in good hands. We will definitely work with Betsy again in the future!”

Ken R.

“Jade was wonderful with our girl, Stella. I was nervous about leaving her, but Jade was so sweet and knowledgeable about dogs she put my fears to rest. It was nice not to have to worry about our dog while on vacation.”

Debra M.

“Brittany did a great job pet sitting for us! She paid careful attention to our pets’ needs. She showed up early and communicated with us extremely well! We loved the pictures she sent! We would definitely hire her again!”

Debbie D.

“Alissa is absolutely amazing!!! We just met but my pets already adore her 🐕💙 This makes leaving them easier ~ I know our babes are in great care! The Kelley family highly recommends Alissa!!”

Lisa K.

About: I have had pets my entire life. I knew very young that I wanted to work with animals. I have a great love and compassion for them. I will take great care of your babies! I have a lot of experience caring and working with dogs. I have hobby farm experience (dogs, cats, chickens and a horse) as well. I am a Licensed Veterinary Nurse, therefore, I am educated in many aspects of caring for your pet. I know what to look for in case of illness, injury, etc. I can also do some other tasks, like toe nail trims, ear cleanings, etc. I am a dependable, trustworthy person who knows how important your pets are to you. I look forward to caring for your pets and/or walking your dog.

“Shannon was awesome with our dog Echo. He eneded up needing a little medical intervention and Shannon's experience working at an emergency vet clinic was invaluable. She cared for Echo and resolved the issue and we came home to a happy pup. We would definitely use Shannon again. She was great!”

Judi C.

“Paige is awesome! I have had her house sit, walks, and had Shylo stay with her. She has been flexible with my schedule. Shylo has a blast anytime she is with Paige. I always feel extremely comfortable when she is dog sitting for me! Would highly recommend.”

Kaitlyn T.

About: I am not kidding when I say I have years of experience. I currently work at a vet, so I’m learning everyday about pets. But this experience started years ago, watching dogs, cats , hedgehogs even since age 12. I have had my share of animal stories. I have experience with sick animals so administering medicine would not be a problem. I can go on multiple walks with your animal (usually dogs but my sister walks her cat ;) And if wanted, I do run so if that is something your animals would want, we could do that. I love animals , so I will make time for them whenever I can . Whether it be a night watching your animals or just a walk to help get their energy out, I’m down for it If you just need someone to keep your animal company, I can join it for a snuggle session. Or if your dog has lots of energy, we can go for a run to get those zoomies out.

About: I have cared for dogs ever since I was a young teen! I have been chosen by neighbors, family friends, and others to dog sit while away, walk their dogs, and play with them! I have two amazing cats and currently live in a household with six animals, my two cats and four dogs and I truly love every second of it. It’s always been a passion of mine to care for animals. I’m currently working in obtaining my degrees to become a wildlife biologist so I can truly put that passion to good use! Caring for your pets in your own home, I will be respectful, responsible, and considerate of your home and belongings. I will make sure your dogs and/or cats have the best time ever, showering them with lots of love and playtime and even quiet company if that’s preferred. If walking and rough-housing is in the plan, I will make sure your fur baby gets all that extra energy out.

“Chelsea was great and extremely thoughtful and prepared. Asked all the right questions prior to watching the dogs and kept me updated throughout the time I was away. This was my first Rover experience and it was definitely a positive one. Thanks, Chelsea!”

Johnathan B.

“Katelyn is amazing! Her communication was top-notch. She will be at the top of our list next time we need care for our pets. She gave us full reports on potty times and feeding. I felt so at ease with her in our home. It was great to be able to relax and enjoy our time away from home knowing that our fur babies were in good hands.”

Holly S.

About: I currently work full time in Grand Rapids. I have had two golden retrievers that I grew up with. Both made it to 10, so I have some experience with senior dogs. I love and miss them so much. I currently have three cats (lost one cat in 2021) and love them so much as well. I don’t have experience with bathing cats or dogs but love to cuddle and play with them. I have experience with cleaning up accidents, and cleaning up litter boxes. I work in Grand Rapids, so I’m not home during the day. However, I check their food and water at the beginning and end of the day. I also do their litter boxes either everyday or every other day. I play and snuggle daily. I keep my cats inside. I do not have a fenced in backyard so I would be keeping dogs on a leash outside while I’m outside with them.