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Top rated Merriam house sitters
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“Erin was fantastic! We had severe storms while we were away and Erin was conscientious enough to watch the sump pump and take care of the patio furniture so it wouldn't get blown away too. We were grateful for that!! She took several amazing photos of our dog and communicated daily. We will definitely use her services again in the future. She has a very sweet personality too!!”

“Lindsey watched my girls for a few days and took excellent care of them. She would text me and send pictures of them throughout the stay. I came home to happy dogs and a clean house! Highly recommend Lindsey and will be using her again in the future!”

“Emily was great! Lady loved her from the moment she walked in. Her communication was clear and prompt. We came home to a clean house and a content doggo. We will definitely ask Emily to stay again 😁”

“We couldn’t be happier with our experience! Abigail was dependable and timely, kept in great communication the entire time, and sent lots of sweet photos of our dog. It made being away so much easier. She also left our home incredibly tidy, which we truly appreciated. We will absolutely be booking her again!”

“Hannah was great! We got tons of photos throughout our trip and she was extremely communicative about what was happening at our house, why and when. We came back to the house just the way we left it. She even took care of all of our geckos as well! This was our first time using Rover and we would definitely recommend!”

“Samantha was the ideal pet sitter for our 2 dogs! Great communication from start and finish and kept us in the loop about the dogs while we were gone. Would highly recommend for anyone needing reliable pet support”

“Jennifer was the best! She watched our cat and senior dog for 9 day while we were out of the country. She sent us daily photos and updates and was so responsive to us. Our cat who is shy bonded with her immediately! And she was great paying special attention to our senior dog who can have medical issues from time to time. I would 100% recommend her! I will definitely rebook the next time we have to leave our girls.”

“Sophia was absolutely amazing. She responded immediately after every time I checked in. Took amazing care of all three of my pet pets. I came home to a happy house of fur and she left it clean as well I’m definitely going to use her again.”

“Stephanie was fantastic watching our French Bulldog! We got a number of updates and she went above and beyond. We very much appreciated her and will be using her again!”


“Kate was amazing!! She checked in often and sent photos of my dogs daily! Dolly is usually timid of people but she was really comfortable with Kate! She stayed at my home and was with them majority of the time! They had constant care and attention. When I returned she started laundry for the bedding and towels, and left everything spotless! It doesn’t even look like she was here which is such a blessing to come back to a clean home! I would recommend to anyone looking for a sitter!”

“Luca was such an amazing dog sitter/house sitter! Our 2 bigger dogs loved having him around. They were very happy and content when we got back. Luca sent multiple updates and the house was amazing when we returned! Highly recommend Luca!”

“Lily did an amazing job with my dog, Maverick. He was super anxious about the bad weather, and Lily was incredibly patient and understanding of his anxiety. She was very communicative, my place was well taken care of, and I came home to a happy dog. I would highly recommend booking Lily!”


“Lori took care of our two dogs, two cats and our house while we were out the country. From our first contact, she was very responsive. Our fur babies liked her during the meet & greet and definitely bonded more with her while we were away. Lori was great with them, send us regular updates and went above and beyond to make the house feel clean and welcoming after our trip! we were extremely satisfied and look forward to her taking care of our pets in future. Can not be grateful enough, thank you Lori!! ?”

About: I've been pet-sitting for neighbors for years and I love the opportunity to spend time with different pets while offering peace of mind to their owners as they travel, with the ability to stay in their own home environments and accommodate their unique needs. I have plenty of experience with both dogs and cats, and I don't have a job outside the home so I am available to provide frequent care and stay with your pets day and night. I'm currently not working outside of the house, so I have plenty of availability to provide frequent care to any pets who may benefit from it. I don't care for pets in my own home, so there's no need to worry about any outside factors or unfamiliar situations for your pets. I will carefully follow your instructions to keep your pets happy and safe and your home in good condition, while making sure to respect your privacy and property at all times.

About: I’m a big animal lover and enjoy being around pets of all kinds. I’m reliable, attentive, and happy to help with walks, feeding, playtime, and companionship. I know how important pets are to their families, so I’ll do my best to make sure they’re safe, happy, and well cared for while you’re away. I’m currently working a part time job for a couple hours a day a few times a week I’m a very active person I like to get out of the house and get things done. I treat every pet like they’re my own. I make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while sticking to their normal routine and any care instructions from their owner.
“I really can’t say enough great things about Maddie. She’s the first pet sitter we’ve ever hired and I immediately felt good vibes from her and felt I could trust her with my babies. She sent me pictures and updates and even drew a beautiful pictures of my Birdie Girl 🩷 My house was clean when we came home and nothing was out of place. I recommend her 100% and I hope to have her watch my babies again!”

Merriam pet parents share their Rover experiences
I really can’t say enough great things about Maddie. She’s the first pet sitter we’ve ever hired and I immediately felt good vibes from her and felt I could trust her with my babies. She sent me pictures and updates and even drew a beautiful pictures of my Birdie Girl 🩷 My house was clean when we came home and nothing was out of place. I recommend her 100% and I hope to have her watch my babies again!

Lily watched our dog for 5 days, and we were anxious to leave him, but she did a great job! She was very communicative and responsive, and she sent picture updates to show us how he was doing. We came home to a very happy dog and a clean house. I highly recommend Lily and will absolutely have her back to watch our dog!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Merriam is $45
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.
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Sitters in Merriam 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 Merriam on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $45 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 Jun 2026, there are 1,561 house sitters in Merriam. 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, 91% of Merriam house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Merriam have an average of 16 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 Merriam.
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. Merriam 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.

















