House Sitting Jacobsville
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âEmma cared for our two energetic medium sized dogs in our home. They were very comfortable with her and she sent pictures throughout her stay. Very pleased and would book with Emma again.â
âThis was my first house-sitting experience as I usually bring my pets everywhere with me. Brandi did an amazing job and was extremely communicative the entire time. My pets were well taken care of, I wouldnât recommend anyone else!â
âDanielle was amazing! She watched my 3 month old pup and 1 year old shepherd/chow mix and they both loved her! She sent many updates about how they were doing! I will definitely be booking her again!â
âCode and Dana were amazing! They sent pics daily of their walks and kept me updated on my picky eater. Code came early the day we left to feed and walk the dogs with me to understand what challenges they may see. We have 3 dogs so itâs not always easy to find sitters who can handle them but they made it seem easy. I really canât recommend them enough. The house was cleaner than how I left it too!! Donât question it-just book them!!â
âAnnah and Meara were truly so great with our two girls! They stayed with them for 11 nights, and we felt so at ease, got lots of photos and updates, and could tell Pepper and Dot felt very cared for! And as a plus, they took excellent care of our place. Pepper and Dot can be shy but they immediately loved both Annah and Meara right away! We are so happy!â
âBenjamin is tentative, kind, and caring with Maizie. Iâve used rover in the past and itâs safe to say he goes beyond the standard of taking care of your pup.â
About: Professional and educational care for various pets, including puppy training and senior animal support, is provided based on extensive experience with multiple age ranges and animal types like dogs, cats, reptiles, pocket pets, and some fish and birds. In addition to my many year's experience, I previously worked as a Lead Veterinarian Technician for an animal hospital for three years. Regarding my education, I earned a degree in biology with a concentration in animal and plant sciences. I am currently working part time, so ideal weekly work hours can range from 15-28 hours per week. I am flexible from 8:30am-9:00pm daily with the exception of Monday's, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 6pm-8pm due to a college course. Course starts June 23-Aug 17th. A new person coming to take care of your fur baby can be stressful for them, so I will ensure that I pay attention to their body language and let them come to greet me on their terms. On walks, I will keep my head on a swivel for any close by activity and maintain the fur baby on a closer leash for more control during stressful situations and/or head back home if needed. In the pet parent's home, I will check and correct for potential heath risks near the pet (like loose wires). In addition to walks, I would love to play with fur babies so they bond with me in addition to maintaining any routines per pet parent instructions.
âMegan was absolutely wonderful!!! She watched our kids during our wedding weekend and totally kept us stress free with sending updates and checking in, without us needing to ask. Would definitely book her again!! THANK YOU FROM THE FRYS!!!â
âLindsey was amazing with my dogs who can be a lot at times. They immediately loved her and itâs wonderful to be able to travel and know your dogs are taken care of. I canât enjoy my trips if Iâm worried about the dogs and Lindsey provided constant updates so I knew they were in excellent hands.â
âLeticia was wonderful with our two large dogs! She was punctual, communicative, followed all directions, and took good care of the house too. Weâre looking forward to having her watch our dogs more in the future!â
âChinenye was absolutely phenomenal. Her care for our baby was awesome. Her communication throughout the entire day and night made us feel good really comfortable with being away from our Fendi. Chinenye is a blessing. Thank you.â
âWe are so grateful for the care and attention Jamie gave to our 2 dogs. One of which is senior with special needs. She shared photos every day with updates. Jamie is highly recommended and will book again!â
âDonna did a wonderful job staying with our dog Stanley, he was calm and happy when we got back. Knowing he was in good hands made it easy to enjoy our vacation. I highly recommend her, thanks Donna!â
About: I have owned dogs since I was 15 years old. As an adult, I've had large breed dogs for over 30 years. I spent the past 2.5 years volunteering at the local shelter walking dogs and providing care for all breeds, sizes and ages. I have also fostered dogs from puppies to seniors. I am Fear Free Certified, and it is my passion to help dogs feel loved and at ease. I work mostly from home, teaching online, so I can easily fit daily pet care into my schedule. I am happy to do overnights on weekends as long as I can also make trips home to let my own 2 pups out. I can also board 1 or 2 pets from the same family if they can stay in the same room (separate from my dogs). I have a special room set up for fosters and boarders that comfortably sleeps 1 or 2 small/medium dogs or 1 larger dog. They will be separated from my own pets during their stay, ensuring safety for everyone. The room has open space, a couch, dog bed and a crate if the dog is crate trained. I leave music on for them when I am not at home, and they get at least 3 walks a day. I have a fenced in yard and am active person. I love walking dogs, playing ball or frisbee in the yard and taking my own dogs on hikes or to the park. I also have some training experience and will help your pup to be their best self! If your dog stays in my home, I will accommodate their regular schedule as best I can while also caring for my own pets.
About: I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals. My experience in Pet Care is from having my own pets and caring for family, friends and volunteering over the years. I'm pretty flexible, so if your dog has any special needs, or if there's anywhere in particular you'd like your dog to visit, just let me know. I'm currently working part-time so I'll have plenty of time to spend with your pets. I can do anytime, any day. I will accept same day visits as well. I have one dog at home. His name is Freddie and very friendly. I have a fenced in yard and a crate if it is needed.
About: I have worked with animals professionally for 15 years straight but have had pets of my own my entire life. I have a soft spot for senior pets, and can administer medications and provide light grooming at an additional cost. I am comfortable working with dogs, and cats. I am a full-time employee but have the ability to take my pet sits with me to work. I keep my sits local so I can utilize my lunch-breaks to check on pets. I have pets of my own that I care for daily. I prefer to keep dogs crated if staying in my home while I'm out of the house to ensure their safety as well as my own pets safety. I do require a rabies vaccine and flea/tick/heartworm to be given if an animal is to stay in my home.
âSamantha has cared for our dog (and home) twice now. Again we returned home to a happy pup and clean home. Samantha kept us informed and sent photos, and I wholeheartedly recommend her.â
The median cost per night for house sitting in Jacobsville is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Jacobsville
Emma was great with our pups! She kept our 4-month pup and our 12-year old entertained. They can be a handful since that puppy has so much energy and loves playing with our old lady, but she mostly wants to sleep and not be bothered. We are so glad we found Emma and we will definitely book her again :)
Raven was so sweet and made us feel very comfortable leaving our fur babies in her care. She also helped us out with a pretty last minute pet sitting request. She left our home in the same condition as we left it. Would definitely book again and you should too!
Miranda has been walking our dogs for several months, and she is absolutely wonderful! She is always on time, communicates well, takes them on nice long walks, and sends us the best pictures. We recently trusted her to stay in our home and care for them overnight for an entire weekend, and she did an amazing job. Our dogs had a great time, and we felt completely comfortable knowing they were receiving such loving, attentive care. Miranda is dependable, trustworthy, and genuinely wonderful with our dogs. We highly recommend her!
Danielle won over our somewhat cranky 15-yr-old Stanley with patience and kindness. She regularly communicated with us during her 2-day/overnight stay. We were able to really enjoy our time away, knowing he was in good hands. We will definitely try to book with Danielle in the future!
Emily is the best! We have two new rescues that came from a bad situation, so they are understandably skittish and our older rescue is still hesitant of strangers, so her background as a vet tech made us very comfortable leaving them with her. We normally have to do multiple meet and greets to help warm everyone up to a new person, but on her first meet and greet all of our pups were out with wagging tails. This tells you how gentle Emilyâs energy is. We have booked Emily twice and she has been incredible. She communicates and sends plenty of updates and makes sure everyone is taken care of. You canât go wrong booking with her; your animals with appreciate it!
Owen was amazing! He took great care of our two dogs Tasha and Sadie! He was very professional and communicative while we were away allowing us to truly enjoy our vacation knowing our dogs were well taken care of. We will definitely be booking with Owen again!
AMAZING! Abigail respected the property, follow instructions, she was the sweetest and so patients with my doggos. Truly grateful for her kindness, and for being available last minute. Let me know everything, and comunicate very good with me. 100% recommended!
Kristiana is my all time favorite pet sitter! She stays in my house when Iâm out of town and takes the best care of my two little dogs. She is very clean and always leaves my place the way it was when she got here. Iâve used her plenty of times and recommend her to all my friends looking for a pet or house sitter.
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The average cost of House Sitting in Jacobsville is $44 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $33 and $74 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your petâs specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of November 2026, there are 6,838 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Jacobsville. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitterâs presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Jacobsville walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your homeâs security or appliances.
Itâs helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Jacobsville maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate theyâll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your petâs profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Jacobsville choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
The Rover Guarantee is Roverâs commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justiceâs National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitterâs cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, youâll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Jacobsville. On Rover:
- 87% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 95% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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