Dog Sitting Madison

“Chris is a wonderful pet caregiver! He was an exceptional communicator from the first messages all the way to the detailed updates while we were away. It truly felt like he went above and beyond! He took excellent care of our dog, ensuring our pet felt loved and well-cared for. I highly recommend Chris for anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet caregiver!”

Courtney S.

“Did a nice job over busy holiday. Kitty enjoyed the visits.”

Henry A.

About: I’ve had pets my whole life and truly consider them part of the family. I helped raise my dog Luna from a puppy and my family has had two senior dogs—one with seizures—so I’m comfortable with everything from energetic pups to handling health issues. I also had a senior cat who I loved dearly and cared for until the very end, which taught me so much about compassion and attentiveness. As a medical student, I bring a calm, reliable presence and close attention to detail. I tailor my care to each pet’s unique needs and always strive to make them feel safe, loved, and at ease. I am a second year medical student, so while I am busy with school I hope to accept a few jobs on the side nearby to where I live. I can walk dogs, do drop in visits, and on occasion house sit depending on my school schedule. I am comfortable visiting and/or staying in a client’s home to care for their pets. During longer stays I will spend the night and be at the house as frequently as requested during the daytime.

“Elena watched my two cats while I was out of town and she did a wonderful job! She is a great communicator and reliable. I would definitely use her again in the future!”

Kirsten C.

“Stacey is the best cat sitter I've ever used! I had to leave the country for a month, and she took excellent care of my cat. I received several pictures daily and detailed updates, which reassured me he was in good hands. Even during a building fire alarm, she visited him to ensure his safety.”

Itay G.

About: I've been caring for cats for over three years and have hosted more than 10 cats for overnight boarding and drop-in visits. Cats are my focus, and I've learned that the first few days matter most — a new environment can be genuinely stressful for them, so I never rush the process. I live in a large single-family home with plenty of space. Your cat gets their own quiet room to settle into on arrival, with food, water, litter, and hiding spots all to themselves. Most cats relax within 3–7 days, though every cat is different and I always go at their pace. I also have two resident cats (both 2+ years) and a friendly 2-year-old dog. All three are calm and well-socialized. If you'd like your cat to have company, I can introduce them slowly once your cat is comfortable — many guests end up making friends. If you'd rather your cat stay in their own space for the whole stay, that's completely fine too. It's your call. You'll get photos and videos throughout the stay so you can see how your cat is doing. I'm happy to follow your feeding schedule, litter preferences, and any routines that help your cat feel at home. Just let me know what your cat likes and I'll take it from there. I work from home most days, so I'm around for a good part of the day and can check on cats regularly rather than only at set times. Cats get fresh food and water in the morning, litter scooped at least twice a day, and play or quiet company in the evening when they're most active. For boarding guests, I check on the isolation room several times a day — short, calm visits so your cat gets used to me without feeling crowded. I'm home every evening and overnight, so your cat is never alone for long stretches. For drop-in visits, I'm flexible on timing and can usually fit in morning and evening slots. Just tell me the schedule your cat is used to and I'll match it. In my home: I live in a large single-family house with a fenced yard and no cat access to the outdoors — all windows are screened and doors stay closed, so there's no escape risk. Every boarding guest starts in a private room of their own with food, water, litter, a bed, and places to hide. That separation isn't just for introductions — it also keeps things clean and low-stress if your cat is shy or has never boarded before. I have two resident cats and one dog, all friendly and used to visitors. They never have access to a guest's room unless the owner has asked for gradual introductions and the cat is clearly comfortable. Most cats settle in 3–7 days, and I let each cat set the pace. I ask that boarding cats be up to date on vaccinations and flea prevention, and I keep the vet's number and your emergency contact on hand for the whole stay. I'll let you know right away if anything seems off — appetite, litter box, or behavior. In your home: I follow your routine exactly as you've written it — feeding amounts, medication, litter, and any spots your cat likes to be left alone. I keep doors and windows secured, bring in mail or packages if you'd like, and send photos and a short update after every visit so you know what happened while you were away.

“My dogs really like Allegra and she seems to be great with them too. She was great during our meet and greet and spent time to get to know the pups. Will hire again for sure!”

Francesca C.

“Kali is very personable with people and pets. She made friends with our two cats right away and managed to get meds into our shy one. Great communication and timely with visits. A+ Thank you Kali!”

Elizabeth R.

About: I am alert, passionate and ready to ensure owners have a peaceful time away as I take care of their pets. I have worked as a dog-walker and sitter since I was in high school and I want to continue doing so as a hobby! I am playful and attentive to the needs of every pet. Feel free to contact me for any questions.

“Wonderful! She did a great job with my cat and was a great communicator.”

Carmen C.

About: I have taken care of large Akitas my whole life. They were very difficult to walk and struggle with other dogs so plenty of experience with more difficult walkers. I also currently live with a Jack Russell! Recent UVA Law graduate waiting for my job to start in January so available almost any time of day. Need more of a heads up for last minute walks to make sure I can be there, but other than that I am a trustworthy young adult with a lot of time on her hands! Handle everything I do with extreme care. I will make sure to treat your pet with the upmost care and concern necessary for any walk or check-in.

About: I’ve had dogs in my family since I was born and my grandparents volunteered for a dog rescue shelter in Eagle River, WI. I am also studying to become a mental health therapist and work with elderly, children, and those with intellectual disabilities. I believe have lots of soft skills from this experience that the animals like! During the semester I will be busy from roughly 9am-3pm, but outside of that I am very flexible for hours! My main job requires at most 3 hour sessions. I care for pets as if they were royalty! They are one of the biggest sources of joy in my life and I just couldn’t imagine not pampering them.

“We always come back to happy and healthy kitties with Marri! She also manages to get really good pictures of our cats every time she stops by which makes it way easier to be away.”

Kenny A.

“Sophie cared for my two kitties over the weekend. She was attentive, very sweet with the cats, and called whenever she had any questions. One of my cats is very shy and doesn't typically come out of her hiding spot when strangers are here, but Sophie was able to make her feel comfortable and loved, and my cat eventually came out for some TLC! Thank you, Sophie!”

Manon S.

About: I've taken care of dogs, cats, and exotic pets for 2+ years. I've been trained to give necessary topical and oral medications. Let me know if you have a special case! I work full time in the mornings but I'm very flexible in the early afternoons to evenings. Overnight is an option as well. Weekends are a plus! I'm on a walking path and your dogs will certainly love it. If your cat has anxiety separation, no worries! My room is small and cozy.

“On a scale from 1 to 10, Madi is an 11. Madi was wonderful as a pet sitter for my 13 year old Chihuahua Punto. I had total confidence and trust in Madi taking care of Punto after the meet & greet. Madi was exceptional and I would highly recommend her services. I appreciate Madi and am so grateful that Rover has her as a pet sitter!”

Laurie P.

“Ella dropped in on our dogs as planned, and did what we asked her to do for them. She is punctual and has good communication. Would definitely have her care for our dogs again.”

Ralph H.

“Cheyenne did a wonderful job caring for my kitty while I was out of town - lots of photos and excellent visit summaries. I’ll definitely be hiring her again in the future!!”

Ben D.

About: I took care of our family cocker spaniel growing up. This involved walking him daily. I have since helped with friends and roomates dogs, as well as dabbling in work with other farm animals such as goats and turkeys. I work remotely and have a fairly flexible schedule for both home stays and/or dog walking. I am active and like getting outside in all of Wisconsin's seasons. I like walking and prioritize pets getting their daily activity. This also means making sure pets are safe in their surroundings and I'm mindful to make sure I clean up after them.

About: Since the 90s I have been a continuous pet mom. Before that I grew up with animals of all sorts and have such deep love for them. Once I was able to adopt my own I started a legacy. From Kingu, a liver spotted Dalmatian and her daughter Chiquita (banana at times) I helped to birth along with 8 other puppies; for a short while my sweet kitty and vagabond Puti; adding a guinea pig living with us for 8 years named Pomi; the most loving Zoe the cockatiel, who loved to jump into the shower for a steam bath and various fish varieties in a colorful aquarium; you name it, we had it! My daughter and I created a home full of life and love shared for many years. I continued to rescue Vedder Bear the Chesapeake bay retriever needing special care for diabetes and lastly my sweetest Moumou, a pit terrier mix who turned 16 years of age. She has passed away a few months ago and my heart is sore and I am not quite ready for a new pet! However, I have a calling to be of help for all the pet moms and dads out there and share my love for our four/ three/ two legged family members! As of 2025 I can also add chicken whisperess to my profile! What a joy!! I hope to soothe your mind and heart while you are away from your beloved family member. <3 🦋 I have an online Vintage store and am a photographer. Great passions and loves of mine 🦋 My schedule allows for flexibility which opens up time for one more of my passions, my love for animals. I enjoy it greatly, as I am a nurturer by nature! ;-) 🦋 ! ✨🐾 Frankly, it is purely selfish to care for pets! I love animals, they get my attention the minute I am around them, because their presence is special. ✨🐾 🐾 Please note that Rover’s service fees are separate from my sitter rate. I set my rates based on the amount I receive for providing your pet’s care. 🐾 🐶 I added as a safety precaution, a personalized “Sitter” collar tag, your pet will wear while with me. It is meant to be just in case! I had a dog from Texas here and I realized that if any out-of-town dog especially would ever get loose/ lost, I would want them to be found with a local phone number. However, this is not something I expect to happen, but I just want to make sure! ☺️ I added the look of the tag in my pictures. If the pooches are in my vehicle for a ride. I have dog seat belts (x2) I use. Each pooch/ kitty/ animal is special! 🦓🦉🐶😸 I can't help myself! I feel into the needs of each animal. Playful to shy, young to old, special needs or easy peasy. I adapt to what their mom/dad want me to tend to, as well as nurture their unique personality. What certainly helps is heaps of experience with my own pets as well as pets of others I cared for ;-) My house is tailored for dogs, as I up until recently had my dog Moumou here with me. In my photos section, you can see some images of the back yard and house. ;-)