Pet Sitting in Marathon
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1. Mackenzie C.
“Mackenzie did a great job with drop in visits while we were out of town for the night with our senior dog! It was our first time using rover and she kept us updated and made sure everything was locked up and communicated! Will book again! 😄”
2. Amy G.
“Amy did a wonderful job for us. She visited Albert, hung out and played with him, policed his food, water and litterbox, and sent photos. We will happily call her again!”
3. Morgan B.
“Morgan is a wonderful pet owner and caregiver. I have had the pleasure of working with Morgan in dog rescue for 2.5 years. Morgan also has a wonderful home with 3 big, lovable dogs. Morgan is knowledgeable in all things dog related and I would absolutely trust her with either of my dogs. Morgan will definitely be a great pet sitter for anyone out there looking!! :)”
4. Adelle G.
“Adelle was so informative with her reports and we loved the photos she sent. The boys loved her visits and we can’t wait to have her pet sit for us again.”
5. Travis & Jessa J.
About: Together we both have extensive experience with dogs of all ages and types. We have experience raising puppies, including those being raised to be future service dogs. Additionally, we have experience working with special needs dogs that are blind or require daily insulin treatment. We currently have two dogs, a 5 year old black lab and a 2 year old golden retriever. Both are highly socialized and get along well with dogs of all sizes/personalities. Ochai is well-known at the Rib Mountain dog park as being one of the sweetest dogs to people and dogs alike. We both volunteer our time at the Humane Society of Marathon County. Furthering our experiences with dogs of many backgrounds and temperaments. You may see a featured adoptable dog that is currently at the shelter in our photos. This dog is one we personally think may be a great addition to a family, especially one that already has a dog! Sometimes we send our dogs to daycare so we can open up our home to a shelter dog for the day and give them the relaxing day they deserve so much. Of course, on the days we do this, we aren't available to offer daycare/boarding. If you have a HSMC graduate pup from May 2023 onward we would love to see our old friends again! Please let us know and we will offer a free day of boarding or daycare as a token of appreciation for adopting a HSMC pup! When we confirm a booking you should know that at least one of us will likely be with your dog at all times, day or night. We both work from home quite often and before confirming a reservation we will check/adjust our schedules to make sure someone is going to be home during the day. It is important to your pets experience and safety that someone is watching them at all times. NEW! Tractive GPS Tracking The safety and wellbeing of your dog is always important to us and we know how nerve-wracking it can be to leave your pet behind. That is why we have added a GPS tracker to utilize. Not only will your furry loved one's location always be known at any given second, but we can also track their health to make sure they are doing well during their stay. -We currently only have one device, so it is not a guarantee your dog will be utilizing it during their stay. If you would like to guarantee it for your pup during their stay, we can accommodate these types of requests at the time of booking for $5/night or $25/stay. -We can share access to the tracker so you can know your pups location at any time and can check in on their health. It will show various information like their sleep activity and exercise information. This is only available if you reserve the tracker ahead of their stay. ---NEW! We are now privately insured outside of Rover. This allows additional and even more comprehensive coverage for your pup while they stay with us. Through PSA we are able to offer up to $2,500 in deductible free veterinary care if your pup gets hurt/ill.--- Our house features a spacious half acre yard that is fully fenced in. We also use a doggy door to allow the dogs to freely go in and out as they please. We recently bought a doggy pool to help the pups cool off in the hot sun! You will get plenty of pictures and updates of your pup under our care. Please let us know the frequency of pictures/updates you would like and we will be happy to show you how your pup is doing. If the weather is nice, I will try to get outside and take some pictures with an actual camera for you to enjoy. Our goal is to provide quality care and take care of your pup just as much as we do our own. We love helping people and having them know their pup is being well cared for when you can't be with them.
6. Cassidy M.
“This is the second time we’ve booked Cassidy! She is so sweet and gives tons of updates. It makes it so much easier to leave Sydney knowing she is well cared for!”
7. Erica S.
“Our can loves her and would hire again Erica has relieved our stress about traveling a few days at a time. No concerns everything went great.”
8. Renee S.
“Thanks Renee! Everything was taken care of and we all loved the pictures you sent every day. I could tell you played with them a bunch because after eating they led me to the toy basket 😊 I loved it.”
9. Kirsten R.
“Kirsten goes above and beyond when caring for our pets. She plays with them. She sometimes treats them to catnip and toys too. During Kirsten's most recent visit, we received a Chewy delivery. Kirsten brought all four boxes from outside into the garage. We know that we can rely on Kirsten and our pets love her.”
10. Brandi B.
“Brandi was great. Very responsive and definitely cared about my dogs' well being!”
11. Skylar S.
“This is the second week straight that Skylar has helped us out by watching out puppy Skye. As always, she did fantastic taking care of our girl.”
12. shana k.
“Shana was available same day last minute and took care of my pups just how I asked 😀”
13. Julia N.
“Used Rover for the first time with Julia as our sitter. She was wonderful and made our first time using this service very comfortable. She sent us lots of pictures and was very attentive to our dogs. Would definitely recommend her to others.”
14. Rhonda C.
“Rhonda is a responsible and loving petsitter. She loves all animals like they’re her own and you can count on her to give your fur babies the very best care!”
15. Melissa W.
About: I've cared for many pets over the years. Care has included administering medication, walking, bathing, nail trims, vet drop offs, keeping them company, and more. I truly enjoy spending time with animals. Currently my work schedule ends shortly after noon, leaving me the afternoon to check on pets or provide overnight care. At this time, I also have weekends off so am available for weekend care as well. Care for your pet in home is decided by you! If there are off limits areas or things you need done while away, I'm happy to accommodate and respect your privacy and requests. I was a personal assistant for 5 years, so discretion is invaluable.
16. Shane S.
“Shane has helped us with Penny and Mai several times (both overnights and check-ins). He is very caring, dependable, and responsive! He is so kind and truly cares about the animals that he watches. Thank you, Shane!!!”
17. Nicole R.
“Nicole was amazing with Daisy. She made a special effort to meet us before her visits as I booked at the last minute. Would definitely recommend.”
18. Kris A.
“Kris was great in taking care of our senior dog. As all dog lovers know senior dogs have their own challenges and Kris was excellent in caring for our dog. Her patience, compassion and kindness makes her the best care giver. I tease Kris as being Godmother for our dog. She made sure our dog got her daily exercise by walking the dog on a regular basis. Our dog has never been stressed after visits with Kris. I have left our dog long term and short term with Kris and it’s worked out to be great with her.”
19. Riley H.
“Riley helped me out in a pinch and was immediately available to let out and care for my pups! Will definitely keep her in mind for future care services.”
20. Lori D.
About: My family and I have had cats and dogs, fish, frogs, and a rabbit in the past 21 years. I also have furry nephews that I periodically sit for, walk and check in on. My ideal job is hanging out with animals! I can take care of your fur babies from 9am to 5pm during the week. I can do some weekend work with a few days notice. I am available about 15-20 hours a week but can be negotiable for vacations, etc. I can follow the routine you have laid out for me in your home. I can give meds, play with, walk in your neighborhood for familiarity, take your pet to the groomer you are already using, and give lots of love.
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Pet Sitting FAQs
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Marathon on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 14 pet sitters in Marathon. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Marathon.
Rover makes it easy to find Marathon pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 14 pet sitters in Marathon on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.