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“Gabriella is amazing. She was our peace of mind while we were away from our fur-baby. She took great care of her. She played with her and loved on her. She sent us pictures and updates the whole time we were gone. She was also very quick to respond to messages. When we take our next trip, we will DEFINITELY be hiring Gabriella!!!”


“Jenna housesat for me and took great care of my three dogs, a Husky, Lab and puppy. We were gone over a 5 day period while we went on vacation. I would be happy to have her care for my pups again for our next vacation! Thanks Jenna!”


“Taryn is wonderful. We will definitely hire her again. She’s very pleasant and great with our pets. They warmed to her immediately. She’s a problem solver (we had a minor plumbing issue which she solved on her own but contacted us). She stays in touch just enough so we know all is well but not so much that we can’t enjoy our time away. She went above and beyond. Excellent pet and house sitter!”


“Stephanie is amazing! My pup is anxious and requires someone who respects her needs and boundaries. I appreciate Stephanie’s dependability and trustworthiness with my high maintenance pup - she genuinely cares that Pepper gets love and care while I’m gone.”


“Torie took great care of my doggies and my home! She is always so sweet and attentive with my pups, and she did a great job of checking in and giving me updates while I was out of town.”


“I’ve entrusted my pet’s care to Whitney for years now, and over time, they’ve become so much more than just a pet sitter—they’re a true friend. Their genuine love and respect for all animals shines through in every visit, from personalized walks and playful activities to meticulously following our dogs unique needs. Whitney always takes the time to understand our preferences and communicate openly about any special requests, ensuring our dogs feels secure and cherished. I know that when Whitney is caring for them, they’re not just following a routine—they’re creating a nurturing, safe, and fun environment that mirrors the love and care I give at home.”

“Amy was on time and Mugs likes her!”


“Brittany was a wonderful friend and caretaker to our dog, Buster while we were out of town. She sent plenty of updates and Buster had a wonderful time hanging out and cuddling with her. She went above and beyond to make sure both our pet and home were taken care of. Will definitely use her again.”


“Jenny is a great sitter! She took such good care of our 4 pets - 2 dogs, 2 cats - sending us pic and video updates and generally being communicative, We felt very at ease leaving our babies in her care!”


“Adrianna did a great job sitting for our boys. She sent pictures and I could see how happy they were. Great communication.. The house was perfectly clean when we arrived home and the boys were obviously glad to see us but not as crazy as when we have left them other places.”


“We absolutely LOVED Lucas! Even Bobby Cat loved him and and Bobby doesn’t like anybody! This was the first time we have ever left our boys with a stranger. We did a meet and greet with Lucas several days before we left and our beasties all went crazy over him. I trust their instincts over anything. Lucas sent us pictures and messages daily. I felt comfortable and confident that the boys were in good hands, and able to relax and enjoy myself. The entire experience was great! Lucas will be our “go-to guy” for future travel!”


“Jordin is one of the most caring and wonderful pet parents Ive ever met! She so clearly loves every animal she meets, and it’s obvious they love her just as much! She’s just a wonderful person in general, but anyone would be lucky to have her watch their pet! She would take the best care of them, and love them like her own!”

About: I lived on a farm most my life and have taken care of a very wide and large variety of different animals throughout the years Currently working part time so I have a bunch of free time for taking care of pets just ask and I'll let you know my schedule Currently I have six cats I take care of at home and some kore street cats I've been taking care of and finding homes for

“Roxanne went above and beyond watching my (super clingy) cat. That and the frequent updates/photos gave me peace of mind while I was away. I got home and could tell he’d gotten lots of love. :)”


“Kristen watched our 2 corgis for nearly a week. She was super responsive, professional, sent us daily updates, and was very reliable. She took great care of our house and plants while we were away, too. We plan on using her services in the future for other house sitting and highly recommend her!”


“Cam watched my American pit for me while I was out of town for a couple days. My dog seemed to work with Cam very well when he normally doesn't take to other caretakers as easily. He was very loving and responsible with following my outline for my pet. I would recommend Cameron to take care of your pet anytime and to anyone!”

“Joseph was wonderful with my dog Buster! Would definitely use him again!”


“I’m pleased to say that Victoria has been great in caring for our dogs. She’s tentative to their needs and goes above and beyond in giving them love and attention. She is also great at making them listen and following through with the task. I highly recommend her!”

“Alexandra was wonderful with my fur babies! I have two ten year old Shih Tzu’s and one nine week old Frenchie and she was She followed all my nit-picky instructions, and was respectful of my home.”


“So glad we found Ste! We are traveling and wanted to go to a baseball game in Kansas City. Ste stayed in touch via text between the time we booked him and the game a few days later, always responding quickly when we kept him updated on our plans. Meeting him was a real pleasure. He immediately got down to our dog's level and greeted her, and she obviously felt very comfortable with him while we were gone judging from the photo he sent of her napping soundly. I only wish we actually lived here so we could book him again.”

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1. Gabriella L.

“Gabriella is amazing. She was our peace of mind while we were away from our fur-baby. She took great care of her. She played with her and loved on her. She sent us pictures and updates the whole time we were gone. She was also very quick to respond to messages. When we take our next trip, we will DEFINITELY be hiring Gabriella!!!”


2. Jenna P.

“Jenna housesat for me and took great care of my three dogs, a Husky, Lab and puppy. We were gone over a 5 day period while we went on vacation. I would be happy to have her care for my pups again for our next vacation! Thanks Jenna!”


3. Taryn T.

“Taryn is wonderful. We will definitely hire her again. She’s very pleasant and great with our pets. They warmed to her immediately. She’s a problem solver (we had a minor plumbing issue which she solved on her own but contacted us). She stays in touch just enough so we know all is well but not so much that we can’t enjoy our time away. She went above and beyond. Excellent pet and house sitter!”


4. Stephanie W.

“Stephanie is amazing! My pup is anxious and requires someone who respects her needs and boundaries. I appreciate Stephanie’s dependability and trustworthiness with my high maintenance pup - she genuinely cares that Pepper gets love and care while I’m gone.”


5. Torie C.

“Torie took great care of my doggies and my home! She is always so sweet and attentive with my pups, and she did a great job of checking in and giving me updates while I was out of town.”


6. Whitney W.
“I’ve entrusted my pet’s care to Whitney for years now, and over time, they’ve become so much more than just a pet sitter—they’re a true friend. Their genuine love and respect for all animals shines through in every visit, from personalized walks and playful activities to meticulously following our dogs unique needs. Whitney always takes the time to understand our preferences and communicate openly about any special requests, ensuring our dogs feels secure and cherished. I know that when Whitney is caring for them, they’re not just following a routine—they’re creating a nurturing, safe, and fun environment that mirrors the love and care I give at home.”


7. Amy F.

“Amy was on time and Mugs likes her!”


8. Brittany S.

“Brittany was a wonderful friend and caretaker to our dog, Buster while we were out of town. She sent plenty of updates and Buster had a wonderful time hanging out and cuddling with her. She went above and beyond to make sure both our pet and home were taken care of. Will definitely use her again.”


9. Jenny H.

“Jenny is a great sitter! She took such good care of our 4 pets - 2 dogs, 2 cats - sending us pic and video updates and generally being communicative, We felt very at ease leaving our babies in her care!”


10. Adrianna B.

“Adrianna did a great job sitting for our boys. She sent pictures and I could see how happy they were. Great communication.. The house was perfectly clean when we arrived home and the boys were obviously glad to see us but not as crazy as when we have left them other places.”


11. Lucas H.

“We absolutely LOVED Lucas! Even Bobby Cat loved him and and Bobby doesn’t like anybody! This was the first time we have ever left our boys with a stranger. We did a meet and greet with Lucas several days before we left and our beasties all went crazy over him. I trust their instincts over anything. Lucas sent us pictures and messages daily. I felt comfortable and confident that the boys were in good hands, and able to relax and enjoy myself. The entire experience was great! Lucas will be our “go-to guy” for future travel!”


12. Jordin B.
“Jordin is one of the most caring and wonderful pet parents Ive ever met! She so clearly loves every animal she meets, and it’s obvious they love her just as much! She’s just a wonderful person in general, but anyone would be lucky to have her watch their pet! She would take the best care of them, and love them like her own!”


13. Talis D.
About: I lived on a farm most my life and have taken care of a very wide and large variety of different animals throughout the years Currently working part time so I have a bunch of free time for taking care of pets just ask and I'll let you know my schedule Currently I have six cats I take care of at home and some kore street cats I've been taking care of and finding homes for


14. Roxanne W.

“Roxanne went above and beyond watching my (super clingy) cat. That and the frequent updates/photos gave me peace of mind while I was away. I got home and could tell he’d gotten lots of love. :)”


15. Kristen K.


“Kristen watched our 2 corgis for nearly a week. She was super responsive, professional, sent us daily updates, and was very reliable. She took great care of our house and plants while we were away, too. We plan on using her services in the future for other house sitting and highly recommend her!”


16. Cameron E.
“Cam watched my American pit for me while I was out of town for a couple days. My dog seemed to work with Cam very well when he normally doesn't take to other caretakers as easily. He was very loving and responsible with following my outline for my pet. I would recommend Cameron to take care of your pet anytime and to anyone!”


17. Joseph B.

“Joseph was wonderful with my dog Buster! Would definitely use him again!”


18. Victoria M.
“I’m pleased to say that Victoria has been great in caring for our dogs. She’s tentative to their needs and goes above and beyond in giving them love and attention. She is also great at making them listen and following through with the task. I highly recommend her!”


19. Alexandra J.

“Alexandra was wonderful with my fur babies! I have two ten year old Shih Tzu’s and one nine week old Frenchie and she was She followed all my nit-picky instructions, and was respectful of my home.”


20. Ste L.

“So glad we found Ste! We are traveling and wanted to go to a baseball game in Kansas City. Ste stayed in touch via text between the time we booked him and the game a few days later, always responding quickly when we kept him updated on our plans. Meeting him was a real pleasure. He immediately got down to our dog's level and greeted her, and she obviously felt very comfortable with him while we were gone judging from the photo he sent of her napping soundly. I only wish we actually lived here so we could book him again.”
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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 Independence on Rover as of Mar 2025 was about $42 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 Mar 2025, there are 1,387 house sitters in Independence. 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, 89% of Independence house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Independence have an average of 16 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Independence.
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. Independence 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.
