Pet Sitting in Houghton
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“Tessa is seriously amazing. She is super reliable and goes out of her way to make time for my girls! I recently had to go out of town on short notice and she had no problem taking care of them when needed. She’s honestly so friendly and really cares about your pups! 100% would recommend her to anyone.☺️”
About: I have always loved pets. I have had dogs in my home since I was 4 years old. I promise to care and love for your fur baby as if they were my own. I’m a teacher so I have summers off. I’d love to spend my summer in the sun playing, walking and caring for your pets. I have a pretty flexible schedule and would love to work with your sweet fur baby. I have a fenced in yard, and lots of space in my home for your pets to ply. I also have the ability to crate your pet inside if needed.
About: I had 2 pit bulls thier whole lives and they were just like my babies. I trained both of them and they were the biggest babies I have ever seen. I am currently not employed so I have plenty of time to look after and spoil your fur baby or babies. I will love them like you do. I will care for your fur baby as if they were my own. I have a decent sized yard and will keep a very close eye on them
About: I’ve had a dog ever since I was a baby and grew up visiting my grandpa’s farm in the country! My family also had cats, and I had four fish growing up! I love taking care of my family’s dog whether it be walking, exploring, or just cuddling and petting! I have had experience with all types of pets, from super energetic to ones that would sit on the couch all day long if they could! I have experience staying overnight for multiple days if needed with your pets, or dropping in a couple times a day as needed! I also love taking walks!
About: From my resume: Clinic Administrator/Veterinarian Assistant, Indianapolis, IN 2000 – 2005 FACE spay &neuter Assist in fundraising efforts, event planning, newsletter production and copy editing, and volunteer coordination Reconcile daily finances of clinic office, Perform all administrative duties in clinic office Provide client education regarding animal health/welfare Assist in adoption process of shelter animals Assist Veterinarian with patient exams and during surgery; Monitor animals in recovery I have been a foster for dogs for more than fifteen years, I have cared for special needs dogs and have had a dog in my family and home for my whole life. I'm a former vet tech and an animal lover. I have one cat, so I am happy to host dogs that are good/ friendly with cats.
“Coree got me out of a jam when my scheduled person backed out! She went above and beyond taking care of my 4 legged baby! Definitely glad I came across here and will be scheduling her again for future plans! 😁”
About: I've always loved dogs ,and have had at least one throughout my life. My dream is to have my own doggy daycare. I love giving each dog their own special attention. I work from home certain days of the week and am available on weekends. I love to take walks and have a big yard to play. If I am taking care of your dog at my house they must do well with other dogs and a baby. However I am happy to come to your house. I know how hard it can be to find quality dog care in southeast Iowa. I am willing to work with you to find the best fit. My dogs have always been family and your pet will be treated as such.
“Julie was great! I always felt like she was taking great care of my dogs, she sent me updates and went above and beyond to let me know how they were doing! Will definitely have her back again!”
About: We have adopted dogs from the animal shelter. We have had numerous cats because of the life on the farm. Our current dog is now 12 years old. I have also watched my Aunts' dogs. I am about to graduate high school and after that I will be available most days to walk, feed and play with dogs and pups. I make sure they have food and water at all times. My mom and I take our dog out regularly for walks and bathroom. I'd play with him often.
“Jacob was great with communication and my animals were all taken care of despite how short notice our trip was. I cant thank him enough for easing our worries knowing how well our fur babies were taken care of.”
About: Have many dogs of my own that are my children! Have large and small fur babies. Giving your fur baby the love and affection they do deserve while their family is away. I work 2nd shift so mornings are my availability! Thursday and Fridays are my days off (weekend) willing to do more on those days if needed! My dogs are free range inside and out. I live in the country. Leash trained or recall trained is great. Willing to help where needed for the best benefit of the pup!
About: I have three cute doggies and a loving cat. I have been taking care of them since I was 21 years old and I am now 34, so I have experience caring for animals. I am currently working full time but am free Thursday evenings through Sunday evenings. I am available to stay overnight on those days or do several check ins during the day. I have a fenced area for my doggies and cat to play, sun bathe and go to the bathroom. I have a scheduled time to feed my cuties.
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Riley M.
“Riley was amazing with our dogs and we will for sure use her services again!”
Tessa L.
“Tessa is seriously amazing. She is super reliable and goes out of her way to make time for my girls! I recently had to go out of town on short notice and she had no problem taking care of them when needed. She’s honestly so friendly and really cares about your pups! 100% would recommend her to anyone.☺️”
Hannah S.
About: I have always loved pets. I have had dogs in my home since I was 4 years old. I promise to care and love for your fur baby as if they were my own. I’m a teacher so I have summers off. I’d love to spend my summer in the sun playing, walking and caring for your pets. I have a pretty flexible schedule and would love to work with your sweet fur baby. I have a fenced in yard, and lots of space in my home for your pets to ply. I also have the ability to crate your pet inside if needed.
Brandi L.
“Brandi is an amazing and loving person who loves dogs and was an amazing mom to two Pitties who lived long and full lives. She misses her babies and wants to share her love for dogs”
Natalie B.
“We love Natalie! Natalie not only took exceptional care of our 2, “4-legged children” Boe, laid-back, lovable Springer and Porter, who is an energetic, lovable Lab; she also watched over our home and cared for our rooster, Raymond and chickens. Natalie is responsible, as we needed her to give meds to our Porter from her surgery. Knowing Natalie was at our home and with our babies, my husband and I were able to thoroughly enjoy our vacation. Highly recommend Natalie to care for your Family fur babies!”
Stephanie M.
“Stef is a kind, patient, and extremely responsible pet sitter. She took care of our two demanding cats at her apartment for a week while we were out of town last summer. One cat required twice-daily oral medication - no fun for us as her owner, much less for a pet sitter, but Stef did it with ease. On the day of our return, she brought our kitties home and got them settled in - one less thing for us to worry about.”
Coree J.
“Coree got me out of a jam when my scheduled person backed out! She went above and beyond taking care of my 4 legged baby! Definitely glad I came across here and will be scheduling her again for future plans! 😁”
Dana M.
“I have known Dana for many years and have witnessed her love for dogs first hand! She is great with her own dogs and their love for her is obvious. Dana is at the top of the very short list of people I would trust to watch my 3 babies!”
Julie A.
“Julie was great! I always felt like she was taking great care of my dogs, she sent me updates and went above and beyond to let me know how they were doing! Will definitely have her back again!”
Cheyenne W.
“Cheyenne has been around animals her entire life. She pays great attention to her current dog and her Aunts' dogs when she dog sits for them, either in our home or their's. She truly loves them.”
Jacob T.
“Jacob was great with communication and my animals were all taken care of despite how short notice our trip was. I cant thank him enough for easing our worries knowing how well our fur babies were taken care of.”
Molly F.
About: Have many dogs of my own that are my children! Have large and small fur babies. Giving your fur baby the love and affection they do deserve while their family is away. I work 2nd shift so mornings are my availability! Thursday and Fridays are my days off (weekend) willing to do more on those days if needed! My dogs are free range inside and out. I live in the country. Leash trained or recall trained is great. Willing to help where needed for the best benefit of the pup!
Alexandria C.
“She was very friendly and adhered to the schedule we provided. She’s very personable and would definitely call her again to watch our fur babies.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Houghton on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $25 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 5 pet sitters in Houghton. 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.
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Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Houghton.
Rover makes it easy to find Houghton 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 5 pet sitters in Houghton on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
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