House Sitting in Independence
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“Dana came and stayed with my two dogs for three nights and four days. She was fantastic! Very attentive and a great houseguest on top of being wonderful with the dogs! Will absolutely be using her again!”


“Ari was great! She kept us updated with messages and pictures and followed all of our instructions! She was absolutely essential to us enjoying a few days away without worrying about our pups. We have a very large dog ( 100lbs) and she handled him no problem.”


“We highly recommend Alle! She has stayed at our house to watch our two dogs twice. She was very communicative, provided a lot of photos/videos, and took great care of our dogs, house, and even our garden!”


“Mont’e was absolutely amazing! He provided excellent care for my cat and dog while house sitting. I was pretty nervous to leave town and Mont’e was super kind and professional. He updated me regularly, took my dog on walks, and even took her to his family’s Christmas Eve celebration (after asking of course) because I was worried about her having separation anxiety! Mont’e treated my pets as if they were his own and when I came back they were both super calm and relaxed because of the great care provided. Mont’e was also super respectful of my home and left it very neat and tidy! Highly recommend Mont’e for all pet sitting needs, I’ll definitely be asking him to come back!”


“Joe took care of our guys and house for a long weekend. He took the boys on long walks and we could tell that they were super happy with Joe. Very good communicator and highly responsible. We will be scheduling with Joe again soon.”


About: Hi! I'm Danielle, a lifelong animal lover based in Cleveland with four fabulous cats of my own. I bring compassion, reliability, and experience to every pet I care for—because I know firsthand how much they mean to you. Whether your pup needs a long, energizing walk or your kitty needs meds and a cuddle, I’ve got it covered. I’ve been a cat mom my entire life and cared for my family dog throughout high school and college, so I’m equally comfortable with both. ✅ Available 7 AM – 7 PM, flexible for short notice ✅ Mobile with my own transportation—vet visits and errands included ✅ Skilled in feeding routines, giving meds, and handling special care ✅ Single and fully focused—your pets are my top priority! Let’s chat about how I can help keep your pets happy, healthy, and loved while you’re away or at work. I’d be honored to be part of your pet’s care team! I'm currently starting my own business so my time is very flexible. Pet care has always been my number 1 priority since I was young but especially since I adopted my first two cats in 2013 and my second bonded pair in 2023. I'm available to come to your home, pick up your dog for walks, vet visits and in your home I'll be their #1 fan! Providing quality care!

“Angie was wonderful. She was so kind and patient with penny who can be shy and anxious. She was very communicative, sent lots of updates and pictures and clearly knows a ton about cats, their behaviors and how to keep them comfortable. She went above and beyond helping us to troubleshoot our litter robot while we were gone and ultimately fixing it. She also left our home in excellent condition, just as we had left it. Highly recommend Angie and she will be our go to from now on.”


About: Growing up, we had all sorts of uncommon and common pets. I had everything from dogs and cats to bearded dragons and parakeets and mice. I've cared for saltwater fish, ferrets, four dogs, five cats, well over 20 reptiles, parrots of different kinds, and more! I honestly couldn't list everything I've owned, or worked with for my job. I started working at various pet stores when I was 16, and have worked at exotic pet stores for reptiles and aquatics as well. I also began working at animal hospitals, doggy daycares, and overnight boarding facilities. Now that I'm currently working as a barista, I want a way to continue caring for pets! I loved working with dogs and cats, but I'm willing to take care of almost anything. I work part time as a barista, and I have to spend some time each day with my parrot so I can't work before 11am to around noon. I'm only a barista three or so days per week, so I'm available any time after 11am/noon pretty often. Tuesdays I have an appointment at 2pm every week as well. I spent years caring for dogs and cats, even providing medical care to ill animals. My cat is diabetic and I've helped vaccinate puppies, so I'm okay with giving injections to animals with medical needs that would require it. I know basic first aid, have dealt with seizures in my own dogs, have worked with blind, deaf, and disabled dogs, and I consider it important to pay attention to an animal's body language (so that they always feel comfortable and safe).

“Octavia took such good care of our 3 pups while my family and I were out of the country. She contacted me with any questions, sent lots of pics/updates, and the house was clean and tidy when we returned. I highly recommend Octavia!”


About: I grew up with dogs and I have had dogs for the last 43 years. I have raised numerous puppies for the age of 8 weeks to 4 months. I have raised 6 rottweilers over the years and made sure they were well trained in walking, eating, playing and most important respect and discipline. I am retired so I have a lot of time to snuggle with your dog or cat. I volunteer at shelter on Fridays from 9:30 to 12:00 outside of that I am free. I'm currently retired and available anytime from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. I have plenty time to play and walk with your pups. I am open to any schedule you will need, I once was a working pet parent and I know how important is is to make sure your pups are well taken of care while you are not there. I will take the upmost care with your pup just like with my two pups. When I take care of your pups I will take care of them just as if they were mine.

“Kaitlin watched mine and my girlfriends pup, Benni, and our 2 kitties, MJ and Millie, while we had an emergency situation and had to leave to go out of town unexpectedly. She was communicative the entire time and gave us soooo many pictures and videos, which we absolutely appreciated, especially during such a stressful trip. She made something that could’ve been so stressful, an absolute breeze. She cared for our babies like they were her own and went above and beyond making sure everything was cleaned up before we got home. Our babies absolutely loved and adored Kat and her amazing energy proved she loves caring for animals. We cannot thank her enough for providing love, safety, and comfortability not only for our babies, but for us too. We will ABSOLUTELY be booking her for any future stays and would recommend her in a heartbeat for anyone looking for a pet sitter. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much Kat!”


“Alex was great. We found out last minute we needed a dog sitter and he was able to fit us in. In addition, our hot water heater went out the day before he was due to house/dog sit. Unfortunately, we weren't able to get a plumber to fix it before we left. When I told him, I was afraid he might cancel understandably. But, he just rolled with it. He was so ok with it that it totally relieved my anxiety about it. The dogs loved him, the house looked great when returned and I am so grateful he was there.”


“Brianna was able to watch our pets for a weekend very last minute when a friend had to cancel, even doing a meet and greet the day after I messaged her! She was very accommodating and took good care of our pets and house.”


“Melanie did a wonderful job caring for our 2 anxious dogs! We really appreciated the updates and pictures. Melanie is great with dogs and they seemed to have fun with her. Would rebook with Melanie!”


About: Hi Owners, My name is Melissa. I have been around pets since I've been a few months old and I've taking care of dogs for 10 years now. As a pet owner myself I know how important the care for my pet is. As a sitter I take my job seriously. When it comes to caring for your dog I make sure the dog is comfortable with me. I even know a dog's special scratch spot. I make sure your pet is feed, let out for bathroom, and groomed. When it comes to accidents, I clean after your pet like nothing happened. I know how much you will miss your pet when away, which is why I will keep you updated as much as possible. I am currently working 1 part time job and work as a substitute teacher, my schedule changes a lot which is why I leave my calendar pretty much open except for 2 weeks at a time, so I will not be taking repeating clients however if you need a sitter to care for your pet for a few days or you might not be home till later and need your pet to go out for a quick walk I can do that. At the moment I am opening drop in and walks for new clients, my schedule is different every week so if you need somone I am you're girl. With drop in visits I will walk, feed, groom, play, and let your pet out for the bathroom as well I will follow everything detail on the list provided by the owner. I have been with dogs my whole life and will handle your pet with the best of my care.
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Breeana W.Star Sitter

“Breanna was outstanding and sent updates and pics often. She certainly loved on our dogs and gave us peace of mind while we were away.”


Paige P.

“There are not enough words to describe how awesome Paige is. They will not only take great care of your pets but your home as well. Paige is now our go to person for our pups!”


Dana F.Star Sitter

“Dana came and stayed with my two dogs for three nights and four days. She was fantastic! Very attentive and a great houseguest on top of being wonderful with the dogs! Will absolutely be using her again!”


Arianna V.Star Sitter

“Ari was great! She kept us updated with messages and pictures and followed all of our instructions! She was absolutely essential to us enjoying a few days away without worrying about our pups. We have a very large dog ( 100lbs) and she handled him no problem.”


Alle S.

“We highly recommend Alle! She has stayed at our house to watch our two dogs twice. She was very communicative, provided a lot of photos/videos, and took great care of our dogs, house, and even our garden!”


Shermont'e P.Star Sitter

“Mont’e was absolutely amazing! He provided excellent care for my cat and dog while house sitting. I was pretty nervous to leave town and Mont’e was super kind and professional. He updated me regularly, took my dog on walks, and even took her to his family’s Christmas Eve celebration (after asking of course) because I was worried about her having separation anxiety! Mont’e treated my pets as if they were his own and when I came back they were both super calm and relaxed because of the great care provided. Mont’e was also super respectful of my home and left it very neat and tidy! Highly recommend Mont’e for all pet sitting needs, I’ll definitely be asking him to come back!”


Joe S.Star Sitter

“Joe took care of our guys and house for a long weekend. He took the boys on long walks and we could tell that they were super happy with Joe. Very good communicator and highly responsible. We will be scheduling with Joe again soon.”


Danielle C.
“I've known Danielle for almost 30 years, and she's been an animal lover for as long as I've known her. In high school, she adopted her aunt's boxer when her aunt became too sick to care for him, and Danielle became the loving caretaker of that dog for the rest of his life. In adulthood, her first act as a new homeowner was to adopt 2 cats who are still happy and healthy members of her family today. And in 2023, after her fiance passed, she adopted his 2 cats and became their full-time caregiver. Danielle is a great pet mom, and would make a fantastic caregiver for anyone's fur babies!”


Angelina R.
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“Angie was wonderful. She was so kind and patient with penny who can be shy and anxious. She was very communicative, sent lots of updates and pictures and clearly knows a ton about cats, their behaviors and how to keep them comfortable. She went above and beyond helping us to troubleshoot our litter robot while we were gone and ultimately fixing it. She also left our home in excellent condition, just as we had left it. Highly recommend Angie and she will be our go to from now on.”


Ashley R.
“Ashley is an exceptional animal caregiver, she loves all animals and treats each with love and responsibility. Her hands-on experience includes working in pet stores and at a doggy daycare, where she proved her reliability, patience, and skill in handling animals of all kinds. She would make a trustworthy, caring, and knowledgeable pet sitter for any type of pet.”


Octavia G.Star Sitter

“Octavia took such good care of our 3 pups while my family and I were out of the country. She contacted me with any questions, sent lots of pics/updates, and the house was clean and tidy when we returned. I highly recommend Octavia!”


Bonny C.
“Bonny is passionate about dogs and loves them unconditionally.,she views them as part of the family. She would treat and love other people's pets like they were her own! I think they would love her as much as she would love them! She would be a great dog walker for Rover!”


Kaitlin S.

“Kaitlin watched mine and my girlfriends pup, Benni, and our 2 kitties, MJ and Millie, while we had an emergency situation and had to leave to go out of town unexpectedly. She was communicative the entire time and gave us soooo many pictures and videos, which we absolutely appreciated, especially during such a stressful trip. She made something that could’ve been so stressful, an absolute breeze. She cared for our babies like they were her own and went above and beyond making sure everything was cleaned up before we got home. Our babies absolutely loved and adored Kat and her amazing energy proved she loves caring for animals. We cannot thank her enough for providing love, safety, and comfortability not only for our babies, but for us too. We will ABSOLUTELY be booking her for any future stays and would recommend her in a heartbeat for anyone looking for a pet sitter. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much Kat!”


Alex M.Star Sitter

“Alex was great. We found out last minute we needed a dog sitter and he was able to fit us in. In addition, our hot water heater went out the day before he was due to house/dog sit. Unfortunately, we weren't able to get a plumber to fix it before we left. When I told him, I was afraid he might cancel understandably. But, he just rolled with it. He was so ok with it that it totally relieved my anxiety about it. The dogs loved him, the house looked great when returned and I am so grateful he was there.”


Jamie H.

“Jamie was very responsive and very attentive to our senior pup! Would not hesitate to have her watch our pets again in the future.”


Brianna D.

“Brianna was able to watch our pets for a weekend very last minute when a friend had to cancel, even doing a meet and greet the day after I messaged her! She was very accommodating and took good care of our pets and house.”


Melanie D.

“Melanie did a wonderful job caring for our 2 anxious dogs! We really appreciated the updates and pictures. Melanie is great with dogs and they seemed to have fun with her. Would rebook with Melanie!”


Dasha C.

“Although I had to cancel due to my trip being canceled, for the short time Dasha checked on my dog she was very professional and very good with dogs. I recommend her. Thanks”


Roxanne S.

“Roxanne did a great job taking care of our two dogs and cat while we were away. I highly recommend her and will definitely book with her again.”


Melissa W.
“Melissa is the most caring and wonderful, fun loving animal person I know. In the past I have had Melissa watch my dogs for me and they love her. Melissa and I used to work together and has offered to help my watch my angels. She is a very hard worker. She works multiple jobs in order to help her get through college and is a very smart and mature young lady.”
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House Sitting FAQs
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 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 1,248 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, 88% of Independence house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Independence have an average of 15 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 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.
