House Sitting in Independence
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“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.”
“Jeannie was AMAZING!!!! She went above and beyond to make sure that my sweet, nervous Emmie girl was well taken care of. I highly recommend her!!!”
“Chloe is an outstanding sitter! She took great care of our pups, communicated well, and we felt so comfortable leaving our dogs in her care. Will definitely use her again and again and again!”
“Excellent sitter! Our second time having her watch our cats. They love her. She is so good with them. We have cats with multiple medical issues and she's great at handling those special needs, giving them meds, being organized and on time every visit. On top of that, she's a wonderful and kind person. We couldn't recommend her enough. She is our first choice caregiver when we go out of town.”
“Gwen was an amazing sitter for our pups! She went above and beyond--bathing them and even taking the initiative to take our trash out when she totally didn't have to! Just the best! Definitely our go to next time we're out of town :)”
“If we could give Riley 10 stars we would. He went ABOVE AND BEYOND babysitting our cat for 10 days during the Christmas holiday and put our minds at ease with his efficiency and great communication! Our cat is also super sky to new people and warmed right up to Riley’s kind personality. If you’re looking for someone who will care for your pet as their own, I highly recommend booking Riley for your next pet sit! ~ Many Thanks from Ashley A and John M”
“Always awesome with our dogs! This is the third time Octavia has stayed with the boys. Awesome photo and video updates. We enjoyed our honeymoon stress free.”
“Angelina was great with Bella. Very attentive to her anxiety, working with her, and making sure she kept me updated on how the stay went. Highly recommend, will definitely work with her again!”
“Shannon was excellent! She provided photos of our pups and they seemed well taken care of when we got home. I would highly recommend Shannon!”
“We felt very fortunate to find Alex on this platform. We can tell Oscar was well taken care of and had the companionship that he needed while we were out of town. I even noticed on our YouTube app that relaxing and calming music was played while Alex stepped out for Oscar, which we thought was a nice touch. Alex is a very nice young man and my family was very thankful for his compassionate care for Oscar, who is a senior dog and very set in his ways. Alex also communicated with us very well and promptly, which is appreciated as nervous dog parents. Thank you again, Alex!”
About: I've had all sorts of critters before, and if I haven't adopted them, I've babysat them. Everything from rats to cats to birds to dogs! Having past experience in pet care and overnight sitting, I'll be sure to give your pet lots of love and attention. I work part-time 3-4 days a week getting off around 4pm, making me available to start sitting somewhere between 5-7pm. I'm able to sit on both days that I do and do not work depending on your pet's needs If you're unsure, of my availability, please feel free to reach out and ask. I can visit your home for a day, a week, or more. My availability varies due to work, but we discuss what works best for us both as well as your pet.
“Ava was so great with Bodie! She went above and beyond to make sure he was loved and taken care of while I was away. I will definitely book her again if she's available!”
“This was my first occasion to use Rover. Four people who have routinely cared for my cat were unavailable. The last of the four canceled on me four days before I was to go out of town. They suggested I sign up with Rover. With some skepticism and a dollop of concern I did so. Of the sitters suggested, Ralph was the only one who was available on such short notice. He made it a point to come to my home a couple of days before I was to leave to visit with me and more importantly my 21 year old cat, Tallulah. While I was gone he diligently followed all of the instructions I left and kept me timely updated with videos and photos. A 21 year old cat is unusual and is very particular but Ralph handled her quite well and I was very satisfied,”
About: I've taken care of a lot of animals in my time, mostly of my siblings, friends, or relatives. I've taken care of a lot of dogs, I take care of my sister's cat while she isn't around, and I helped to take care of her pet rats in the past! I have a lot of experience with a lot of different animals, and have done petsitting as a whole for a long time now. I cannot pet sit on Saturdays, and occasionally Wednesdays and occasional other days when schedule changes come up. I have monthly plans that almost always fall on a Wednesday once a month, but I am otherwise going to probably be free on any day of the week aside from Saturday. I prefer to pet sit dogs, and will make sure they are fed, played with, and walked, and given full bowls of water if need be. I will keep a close eye on them, and consistently be watching for whether or not they need anything new! I prefer not to pet sit cats, as I'm allergic and will most likely have to either bring a lot of allergy medicine or a mask, but I still will sit for them if it is urgent!
About: Howdy! I'm 22, a recent college graduate, and an artist. I grew up with two small dogs (moodle and a poodle!) when I was younger and loved those fuzzy guys. I've watched over dogs and cats for friends in college, and recently have watched my extended family's pets for long periods of time. I'm used to everything from a little maltese to a big ovcharka to your house cat. I'm not in the right place in my life to have my own critter, but I'd love to care for yours! I work part-time weekday mornings, and am flexible outside of that. Need someone to drop by for a walk or dinner, or someone to watch the critters while your out of town? I'm the perfect fit! I'm all about communication, so let me know what you and your pets need from me and I'll do my best to accommodate your needs. All pets are living beings deserving of respect and love. I hope to show your pets the care and compassion they deserve. P.S. you may recieve a doodle of your pet, what can I say, I love to draw 'em too! I currently work part time Tu-Fr mornings, so am available for check-ins during those days, and to house sit on the weekends. Let me know what you need and I'll see what I can do for you! I'm accustomed to following all pet and home guidelines of the owners. I prioritize being respectful, responsible, and reliable. I want to follow the routine that your pets are accustomed to, and leave each time knowing you and your pet has been satisfied.
About: My family has raised Black Labs since I was 5. I have watched many pets of friends and family. I love getting to meet new furry friends and love taking care of them. I believe in providing the upmost care and love for everyone, human or animal! I am a Pre-K teacher so I work 8 hours a day with a one hour lunch break in the afternoon. I can provide care before, during, and after school. I am very trust worthy of people’s spaces and homes. Taking the upmost care to clean spaces that are used. I make sure all pets are accounted for daily, and their daily needs are being met. I am timely and reliable for all pet needs.
“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!”
“This was our first experience with Rover and we were very lucky to find Asis to watch our dog. Asis did a great job of taking care of our husky-and as most people know huskies aren’t always the easiest. We were nervous about leaving Calvin but Asis made it easy. We have already booked Asis to watch Calvin for our next trip. Thanks Asis!”
“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.”
“Is it possible our pups were disappointed we came home after a week? I think so! Caroline was so good to them with love, walks, and visits to outdoor patios. We received daily updates with lots of pictures of their activities and just hanging out. Caroline was a super easy to communicate with and flexible with our travel schedule AND she left our place in perfect condition! We've never felt more at ease with our dog/house care. Thank you, Caroline!”
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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.”
Jeannie L.Star Sitter
“Jeannie was AMAZING!!!! She went above and beyond to make sure that my sweet, nervous Emmie girl was well taken care of. I highly recommend her!!!”
Chloe P.Star Sitter
“Chloe is an outstanding sitter! She took great care of our pups, communicated well, and we felt so comfortable leaving our dogs in her care. Will definitely use her again and again and again!”
Paige P.
“Excellent sitter! Our second time having her watch our cats. They love her. She is so good with them. We have cats with multiple medical issues and she's great at handling those special needs, giving them meds, being organized and on time every visit. On top of that, she's a wonderful and kind person. We couldn't recommend her enough. She is our first choice caregiver when we go out of town.”
Gwen W.
“Gwen was an amazing sitter for our pups! She went above and beyond--bathing them and even taking the initiative to take our trash out when she totally didn't have to! Just the best! Definitely our go to next time we're out of town :)”
Riley W.Star Sitter
“If we could give Riley 10 stars we would. He went ABOVE AND BEYOND babysitting our cat for 10 days during the Christmas holiday and put our minds at ease with his efficiency and great communication! Our cat is also super sky to new people and warmed right up to Riley’s kind personality. If you’re looking for someone who will care for your pet as their own, I highly recommend booking Riley for your next pet sit! ~ Many Thanks from Ashley A and John M”
Octavia G.Star Sitter
“Always awesome with our dogs! This is the third time Octavia has stayed with the boys. Awesome photo and video updates. We enjoyed our honeymoon stress free.”
Angelina R.
Star Sitter
“Angelina was great with Bella. Very attentive to her anxiety, working with her, and making sure she kept me updated on how the stay went. Highly recommend, will definitely work with her again!”
Shannon G.
“Shannon was excellent! She provided photos of our pups and they seemed well taken care of when we got home. I would highly recommend Shannon!”
Alex M.Star Sitter
“We felt very fortunate to find Alex on this platform. We can tell Oscar was well taken care of and had the companionship that he needed while we were out of town. I even noticed on our YouTube app that relaxing and calming music was played while Alex stepped out for Oscar, which we thought was a nice touch. Alex is a very nice young man and my family was very thankful for his compassionate care for Oscar, who is a senior dog and very set in his ways. Alex also communicated with us very well and promptly, which is appreciated as nervous dog parents. Thank you again, Alex!”
Emily J.
“Emily has been pet sitting for my cat and dog for the last 2 1/2 yrs. She is so amazing with them and they love her. She makes sure to spend quality time with each one and make sure they are all happy during my time away. She pays attention to each ones needs and wants and sends me pictures of them while she's taking care of them for me. I am very pleased with her love and care for each one. She is a true asset to me and my pets.”
Ava P.
“Ava was so great with Bodie! She went above and beyond to make sure he was loved and taken care of while I was away. I will definitely book her again if she's available!”
Ralph Louis Joseph T.
“This was my first occasion to use Rover. Four people who have routinely cared for my cat were unavailable. The last of the four canceled on me four days before I was to go out of town. They suggested I sign up with Rover. With some skepticism and a dollop of concern I did so. Of the sitters suggested, Ralph was the only one who was available on such short notice. He made it a point to come to my home a couple of days before I was to leave to visit with me and more importantly my 21 year old cat, Tallulah. While I was gone he diligently followed all of the instructions I left and kept me timely updated with videos and photos. A 21 year old cat is unusual and is very particular but Ralph handled her quite well and I was very satisfied,”
Michael J.
About: I've taken care of a lot of animals in my time, mostly of my siblings, friends, or relatives. I've taken care of a lot of dogs, I take care of my sister's cat while she isn't around, and I helped to take care of her pet rats in the past! I have a lot of experience with a lot of different animals, and have done petsitting as a whole for a long time now. I cannot pet sit on Saturdays, and occasionally Wednesdays and occasional other days when schedule changes come up. I have monthly plans that almost always fall on a Wednesday once a month, but I am otherwise going to probably be free on any day of the week aside from Saturday. I prefer to pet sit dogs, and will make sure they are fed, played with, and walked, and given full bowls of water if need be. I will keep a close eye on them, and consistently be watching for whether or not they need anything new! I prefer not to pet sit cats, as I'm allergic and will most likely have to either bring a lot of allergy medicine or a mask, but I still will sit for them if it is urgent!
Mel M.
“We had an aggressive, diabetic old dog (50+ lbs) who would not easily warm up to newcomers. Whenever he saw Melissa, he'd just melt for her! She handled him well during walks and car rides, and he responded wonderfully when she'd have to administer his medication (which required strict adherence to a schedule!). We appreciated the doodles of him that she'd leave for us as well. She really had the magic touch with Frank, and that shows in all of her interactions with animals! She has been a repeat booking with our new generation of fur babies.”
Jamie H.
“Jamie is an incredibly responsible and loving pet caregiver. She goes above and beyond to ensure pets are safe, happy, and comfortable. Trustworthy, compassionate, and dependable—your pets are in great hands!”
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!”
Asis P.
“This was our first experience with Rover and we were very lucky to find Asis to watch our dog. Asis did a great job of taking care of our husky-and as most people know huskies aren’t always the easiest. We were nervous about leaving Calvin but Asis made it easy. We have already booked Asis to watch Calvin for our next trip. Thanks Asis!”
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.”
Caroline K.
“Is it possible our pups were disappointed we came home after a week? I think so! Caroline was so good to them with love, walks, and visits to outdoor patios. We received daily updates with lots of pictures of their activities and just hanging out. Caroline was a super easy to communicate with and flexible with our travel schedule AND she left our place in perfect condition! We've never felt more at ease with our dog/house care. Thank you, Caroline!”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Independence on Rover as of Jul 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 Jul 2025, there are 1,242 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 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.
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