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“Izabel did an amazing job house sitting and taking care of our dog and cat. Our dog Oakley was happy to see us when we returned but I could also tell she was well loved while we were gone. Izabel took Oakley on daily runs/walks which Oakley is now reminding us each evening when its time to go on a walk. Izabel provided updates while we were away. Izabel also took care of some indoor and outdoor plants for us and they were all thriving when we returned. Izabel also left our house cleaner than it was when she arrived. We will definitely look to book Isabel to house sit and watch our animals again in the future.”
“Ada was great with our two bassett hounds! She was flexible with timing and was very easy to get a hold of! Our younger hound did great with her even though she has high anxiety.”
“This is the second time we’ve had Rikki for house sitting. We will definitely have her back. She’s considerate, sends messages and pictures every day, and makes sure to thoroughly understand the care instructions. The best part is, Louie is relaxed and happy upon our return.”
“Julia was super kind and reassuring since this was my first time leaving my boys with someone in over a year. She was prompt and had previously come to meet them. Followed their routine and messaged me before medicine and with pic updates. I’ll definitely be reaching out to her again 🖤”
“Erica was amazing with our puppy. Erica got a tour of the house and yard area then immediately went into puppy play mode. While we were away for just a few hours, Erica made sure to send pictures and let us know how things were going. We've already rebooked Erica for 4 more puppy sits coming up.”
About: I grew up in a household with multiple dogs, cats, birds, and rodents at any given time. I have experience with poultry and livestock as well. I enjoy spending time caring for any breed/age of animal. I am familiar with and comfortable giving medication to pets on schedule. I have experience giving oral meds to canines and felines. I have just recently lost 3 of my furbabies to natural causes of old age, and I currently have 2 Scottish Fold cats. I work a full-time job M-F, currently working 10-hour shifts. I am also available for weekends and overnight work. I would love the opportunity to play a role in caring for your pet. I'm currently working a full-time (10-hour shifts) job, but have a lot of flexibility in my schedule to allow me to care for your pets. I work in a dog-friendly office, and depending on your dog's personality and behavior with other dogs, they can come to work with me. I don't work weekends and can dedicate that time to your pet. I do not currently offer pet care at my home. However, I will come to your home in the environment that you know and your pet is familiar with. Pets can sometimes get sad when their person leaves for an extended time. I like to ensure stability by sticking to your pet's familiar schedule & routine.
“Anna is amazing! We received so many updates with pictures throughout the days we were gone. When we returned home our house was spotless and our pup was happy and tired! We will definitely be continuing to use Anna for our sittings.”
About: Friendly, loving and reliable pet sitter with over a decade of experience with dogs and cats of all ages and needs. Experienced with medication administration or other special care needs. Ready to spoil your pet with play, walks, car rides, and cuddles. 🐾 I am currently working a flexible job that allows me to work from anywhere. I have one very friendly dog myself, and would love to bring him along with me (if possible) for overnight care. I would prefer to pet-sit in your home to ensure your pets are comfortable and feel safe! I have a dog park on site at my townhome that is available to dogs.
“Margrit really knows a lot about dogs and took great care of my dog Eddie. He seemed really happy and loved when I saw him again. Margrit was also super flexible with me and I’m super grateful for her last-minute flexibility.”
“Tina was a great housesitter for our two dogs. She met with us a few times before the stay to meet the dogs and learn their routine. During the stay she sent us daily pictures updates. She followed their food and medication schedule and made us feel comfortable that our boys were in good hands. The house was very clean when we returned. We would use Tina again.”
“Olivia was fantastic. She was professional, friendly and communicative about her care of our dog. He was clearly well cared for and relaxed when we returned. We wouldn't hesitate to work with Olivia again.”
“First off, Adria is amazing! She is dependable/flexible and great with animals! She watched my dogs at my home and left everything tidy and my dogs loved her! Your dogs will be well cared for and your home will be also!”
“Cameron was great! My fussy dogs were at ease with her right away. She responded quickly to messages and helped ease my pet parent anxiety. We will be working with her again for sure!”
About: Hi, I’m Jon! I’m a lifelong animal lover with years of hands-on experience caring for dogs and cats of all ages, including senior pets and those with special needs. Whether it’s syringe feeding, preparing special meals, or offering extra patience and gentleness, I treat every pet like family. I know how important it is to feel safe leaving your furry friend with someone you trust. That’s why I bring not just love and enthusiasm, but also calm, reliable care to every walk, visit, or overnight stay. Whether your pup needs a stroll around the block or your cat needs meds and a cozy lap, I’ve got it covered. Let’s make tails wag and whiskers twitch with joy! I am a free lance worker. My work schedule is very fluid, I am able to work online when I am not caring for our 4 legged friends. I stay on a farm, and the dogs here are free range. We have one inside cat and two outside cats. I take the dogs on a walk into the woods every day. Two dogs get fed at night, while the cats are in the morning, and Patrick the smaller dog gets fed at noon.
“Amazing sitter! Handled my very large breed dog with ease and my cats-one of which who needs insulin injections 2x daily. Lily was very responsive, easy to communicate with and super helpful and caring. Our pets were happy and healthy when we arrived home from our 5 night vacation. Would absolutely hire her again in the future”
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Izabel B.
“Izabel did an amazing job house sitting and taking care of our dog and cat. Our dog Oakley was happy to see us when we returned but I could also tell she was well loved while we were gone. Izabel took Oakley on daily runs/walks which Oakley is now reminding us each evening when its time to go on a walk. Izabel provided updates while we were away. Izabel also took care of some indoor and outdoor plants for us and they were all thriving when we returned. Izabel also left our house cleaner than it was when she arrived. We will definitely look to book Isabel to house sit and watch our animals again in the future.”
Bebe D.
“Great communication during the stay.”
Ada A.Star Sitter
“Ada was great with our two bassett hounds! She was flexible with timing and was very easy to get a hold of! Our younger hound did great with her even though she has high anxiety.”
Seth L.
“Seth is awesome. My dog loves him, he’s prompt, reliable and professional. Highly recommended! Thank you Seth!”
Rikki H.
Star Sitter
“This is the second time we’ve had Rikki for house sitting. We will definitely have her back. She’s considerate, sends messages and pictures every day, and makes sure to thoroughly understand the care instructions. The best part is, Louie is relaxed and happy upon our return.”
Julia A.Star Sitter
“Julia was super kind and reassuring since this was my first time leaving my boys with someone in over a year. She was prompt and had previously come to meet them. Followed their routine and messaged me before medicine and with pic updates. I’ll definitely be reaching out to her again 🖤”
Erica G.
“Erica was amazing with our puppy. Erica got a tour of the house and yard area then immediately went into puppy play mode. While we were away for just a few hours, Erica made sure to send pictures and let us know how things were going. We've already rebooked Erica for 4 more puppy sits coming up.”
Jessica M.
“Jessica is a fantastic furbaby caretaker! Does your dog need a little more "me" time? Jessica is my first choice for getting your pup on more leashed adventures. Not only is she honest, professional, hardworking and reliable but also very friendly and fun to be around. Her laugh is contagious and dogs love her energy! My dog loves her and so will yours!”
Anna R.Star Sitter
“Anna is amazing! We received so many updates with pictures throughout the days we were gone. When we returned home our house was spotless and our pup was happy and tired! We will definitely be continuing to use Anna for our sittings.”
Holly E.
“Holly is great! She was communicative and took great care of our dog and cat while we were away for a week. Our dog got to go on hikes and play ball to her hearts content.”
Jessica B.
“Jessica is an excellent animal caretaker. She has been fantastic with my very shy cats, knowing when to give them space and how to help them come out of their shells. Additionally, she has been great with my dog and understands pet behaviors and signals very well. I would happily have her pet sit for me anytime.”
Margrit S.
“Margrit really knows a lot about dogs and took great care of my dog Eddie. He seemed really happy and loved when I saw him again. Margrit was also super flexible with me and I’m super grateful for her last-minute flexibility.”
Tina B.
“Tina was a great housesitter for our two dogs. She met with us a few times before the stay to meet the dogs and learn their routine. During the stay she sent us daily pictures updates. She followed their food and medication schedule and made us feel comfortable that our boys were in good hands. The house was very clean when we returned. We would use Tina again.”
Olivia Y.
“Olivia was fantastic. She was professional, friendly and communicative about her care of our dog. He was clearly well cared for and relaxed when we returned. We wouldn't hesitate to work with Olivia again.”
Rachael K.Star Sitter
“Rachael house-sat while I was away for a long weekend, and took her usual great care of our two elderly dogs and two cats. I’ll definitely book with her again!”
Dana M.
“Did an excellent job, took great care of all of our critters. Asked good questions, clearly cares about doing the job well and making sure all the critters are well cared for.”
Adria M.
“First off, Adria is amazing! She is dependable/flexible and great with animals! She watched my dogs at my home and left everything tidy and my dogs loved her! Your dogs will be well cared for and your home will be also!”
Cameron F.Star Sitter
“Cameron was great! My fussy dogs were at ease with her right away. She responded quickly to messages and helped ease my pet parent anxiety. We will be working with her again for sure!”
Jonathon C.
“Jon was a great caregiver for our two dog and two cats. He is reliable and we love that he is interactive and loving with them. We are grateful that can leave and feel confident our loved ones are in good hands.”
Lily V.
“Amazing sitter! Handled my very large breed dog with ease and my cats-one of which who needs insulin injections 2x daily. Lily was very responsive, easy to communicate with and super helpful and caring. Our pets were happy and healthy when we arrived home from our 5 night vacation. Would absolutely hire her again in the future”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Marcola on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $46 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 550 house sitters in Marcola. 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, 81% of Marcola house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Marcola have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Marcola.
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. Marcola 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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