House Sitting in Melrose Park
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Top rated Melrose Park house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Diane was such a blessing. She has a really sweet and caring demeanor and we knew right away she was the right sitter to watch our fur babies. In our week long trip she took great care of our home and 2 dogs and kept in touch throughout our trip. We feel relieved to have found her and will definitely rebook with her. Thank you Diane!!”

“Miguel is an amazing petsitter and great human being!! He helped me out on short notice, being extremely communicative, thoughtful, and detail oriented in his care for my pets. I highly recommend him to other pet owners looking for someone who enjoys energetic animals like my two border collies. Thanks again Miguel!”

“Justice took good care of my dog and four cats. She was very communicative and had to follow a medication regimen and somewhat complicated feeding system. I will definitely book her again when I’m next out of town!”

About: I have had a dog in the house since I was born. I started helping out with the caring for them at around 10 and have done so ever since. I have a Jack-Russel and Chihuahua mix. She is a very shy dog and we have had to do a lot of training with her so I understand how to handle shy dogs. I know that dogs do enjoy being off leash so I would try to incorporate that into a walk if a long one is needed. Such as a large park or a fenced in one. For drop in visits I would stay for a long enough time to make your pet feel at ease, but not too long as to overstay my welcome.
“Monica is an outstanding sitter! I was in the hospital having a baby and was experiencing so much stress finding a trustworthy person to watch my senior pit bull in my home. He cannot be boarded or crated. My dog has separation anxiety and Monica knew how to calm him because of her experience working at a vet. Unexpectedly, my daughter needed to stay in the hospital and Monica was flexible and understanding. You are a life saver! I thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking great care of my dog-son.”

“Yolanda was fantastic with my dogs. She sent me multiple pictures throughout the weekend with both my pups looking so happy. One of my dogs gets anxious and scared easily and he absolutely loved her and trusted her immediately. So thankful to have someone like her to watch my dogs when I’m away for trips”

“Andrea is fantastic! She watched out two dogs and our home for 5 days while we were out of town. She sent many photos and was very communicative, which we really appreciated, and she was so sweet with the dogs. I can tell they were very well cared for while we were gone. We would love to have Andrea back the next time we travel!”

“Jamie is a super star at our house. She watched my old cat for a few days and he instantly felt comfortable around her. I’m definitely booking her services again, and you should too!”

“Anna was sweet and kind. She stopped by for a house visit, do a meet-and-greet, and chat. She was absolutely the right person and will use her again. She kept in touch, sent photos, asked questions if she needed anything, which was rare because she had everything absolutely under control. Do not hesitate to hire Anna!”

“Highly recommended! Ashley took amazing care of our fur baby and our home. She communicated with us daily through text and photos. We will definitely be calling Ashley again!”

About: I’ve grown up with cats and dogs and spent my entire adult life thus far pet sitting for friends, family, and people I’ve come to know professionally. At this stage in my life I can’t commit to having a dog full time and this is the second best thing I can do to get my doggy fulfillment. I have a lot of emotional foresight with animals and will care for your pet the same way I’d expect someone to care for mine. I am available 24/7 Friday through Monday and will provide your pet the best extended weekend ever. If needed Tues-Thurs, I’d only be available every four hours unless I’m given extended notice to plan for working at home. I live in a gated apartment and townhome community. I’m surrounded by trails, fields, and a very walkable neighborhood. My home itself is already very pet proof and I have a very chubby, relaxed calico cat ready to nap and pretend like your pet isn’t here.
“We couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter than Brian! He stayed at our home for a full week while we were away and took amazing care of our two pets — our cat, who requires daily medication, and our older French bulldog. Both animals were happy, relaxed, and clearly well-loved when we returned.”

“Tetiana took such wonderful care of our two cats, Dexter and Charlie, while staying at our home. Dexter is a senior cat who needs extra attention and daily supplements, and she went above and beyond by even taking him to the vet for his IV shots. We’re so thankful for the love and care she gave them while we were away. She kept us updated the whole time with messages and photos, which really put us at ease and let us enjoy our trip knowing our little guys were in the best hands.”

“Clare is a great dog sitter and I highly recommend her! She has watched my dog before, but this time dogsat at my apartment while I was out of town. She is very friendly and easy to work with, provides updates and pictures, and my dog loves her. On top of that, she left my apartment in perfect shape. Thanks again Clare!”

“Sergio went above and beyond for us! This was our first time hiring him and the big storms that we had caused some unexpected problems and Sergio really helped us with that as well. Our pets seem to have gotten very comfortable around him within a short period of time. We came home to all of our animals happy and healthy, our house in the shape that we left it in and he gave us peace of mind while away on a much needed family trip! Recommend and will definitely hire him again when/if he is available.”


“I cannot recommend Annie enough! She stayed with my dog, Addie, for a week and was absolutely wonderful. From the moment we met, I trusted her completely—she’s incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and clearly loves what she does. Knowing Addie was in such great hands allowed me to fully enjoy my vacation without any worries. Annie provided excellent care, kept me updated, and made sure Addie was happy and comfortable the entire time. She also sent the cutest photos, which I loved getting since I missed my pup! I would love to work with her again in the future, and if you’re looking for a reliable, caring sitter, Annie is the best choice! I can’t thank her enough!”

“Monica was so wonderful! I appreciated the photos and updates when my cat was given her medicine. She treated all my pets so well. I wasn’t stressed at all during my trip for once. Definitely will book with her the next time I take a trip!!”
Over 61 pet parents in Melrose Park have booked house sitting
Melrose Park pet parents share their Rover experiences
We had a wonderful experience with Ariel! She was extremely responsive and communicative throughout our time away, which gave us so much peace of mind. She took excellent care of our animals and treated our home with great care as well. Everything was just as we left it, and our pets were clearly happy and well-loved. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, thoughtful pet sitter and absolutely plan to use her services again.

We had Cheryl watch our senior dog, who had only ever been left overnight with family before, so I was definitely a bit nervous. Cheryl was absolutely wonderful and put my mind at ease right away. She took such great care of our dog and kept us consistently updated, which meant so much to us. We could not be happier with the experience and will definitely be using Cheryl again in the future. Highly recommend!

Ola was wonderful with my two critters. Both were perfectly chill when I came back a day early due to weather. Ola is a very calming presence which is exactly what keeps my Sunny girl and Tank the cat relaxed. Thanks so much Ola and I hope to work with you again. Happy Holidays!
Ashley’s daily presence in our home during our recent vacation was a great comfort to us and our crew of three dogs. We our so thankful that she made our trip possible and free of a concern about our dogs’ welfare. They adore her and were so happy that she got to have an extended sleepover!
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3. Book & Pay
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Melrose Park is $50
Why Choose Rover?
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
Sitters in Melrose Park average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Melrose Park on Rover as of Mar 2026 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 Mar 2026, there are 7,541 house sitters in Melrose Park. 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, 85% of Melrose Park house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Melrose Park have an average of 13 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 Melrose Park.
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. Melrose Park 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.














