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Sitter Profile Image: Camryn C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
5 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Lisbon, IA, 52253

Camryn was professional, she was ten minutes early (loved it because I had time to chat with her before leaving for work). Camryn sent me pictures of her and Bee throughout the day. She also updated me on how Bee’s day was when I returned home. Camryn was nice to Bee. Bee was in a nice mood when I returned home. Will definitely book Camryn again.

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Brie C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
91 reviews
31 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Marion, IA, 52302

I could not have found a better house/house cat sitter than Brie! I was a bit worried being gone for 12 days. Especially for my former feral, shy kitty. Brie knows animals. She even got my shy one to let her pet her. Sounds small, but that's huge! She also left the house perfectly clean, washed all the bedding, bath rugs and towels which made coming home relaxing. I think I'll be making more travel plans in the future and I'll definitely be hiring Brie!

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Kayla D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Tiffin, IA, 52340

Kayla went above and beyond for our boy! She is super reliable and took such amazing care of Jax! Just to add how amazing she is, our garage code wasn’t working and she stayed over an hour locked out trying to figure out a solution to make sure she got to Jax while we were out of town!! A+ from us!

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Brianna B.
Sitter Profile Image: Taylor S.
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Taylor S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
2 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

Taylor was great! We had her stay at our apartment for 4 nights with our two dogs. She left the place clean, sent lots of photos, and even scooped snow off our patio. We highly recommend and will be using her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Tiffany S.
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Tiffany S.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
31 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA

Thank you for taking such good care of our pups and kitties! It was so nice to be able to check in and get a quick response when I reached out. There were lots of storms during our week away and our pups don’t handle weather events well, Tiffany made sure they were safe and comfortable! Was so nice to not have to worry about them having good care. I would recommend Tiffany to others looking for quality care of their pets while they are away.

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Sitter Profile Image: Amber B.
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Amber B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
North liberty, IA, 52317

This is my third time using Amber to house sit my dog, and she’s always so great. She communicates on how she is and always sends lots of photos. Highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sonja M.
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Sonja M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
8 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Tipton, IA, 52772

Sonja was wonderful with karma! We are so glad that Rover has such capable people. She kept me posted on how things were going. I highly recommend her. If we have a need for a dog sitter again we certainly would use her. Thank you

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Sitter Profile Image: Julia G.
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Julia G.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 years of experience
Coralville, IA, 52241

Julia took amazing care of my pups and my home when I took a left minute trip! Amazing communication and my pulls loved her! Can’t wait for her to come hang out with them again soon!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaylyn B.
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Kaylyn B.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
4 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Cedar rapids, IA, 52403

First time using Rover so was slightly nervous and wasn't sure what to expect but Kaylyn helped to make it a seamless and great experience! Our girls can be big needy lapdogs at times and when we got home they said Kaylyn did great, thay felt safe and loved 😁 We love using family when able (wasn't available for this trip), but it's great to know we have a reliable back up with Kaylyn. We will be using her again in the future I'm sure.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sidney R.
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Sidney R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
30 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52240

Wonderful to have Sidney watch our Bella. She always kept informed with adorable pictures and highlights of her day. We definitely welcome her back to puppy sitting for us.

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Sitter Profile Image: Thomas E.
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Thomas E.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

Used Thomas again for house/dog sitting for an entire week and felt incredibly comfortable with the care he was giving our pups and our house. So, so nice to have him stay there and give us updates and the dogs extra cuddles and treats.

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Sitter Profile Image: Mal L.
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Mal L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
14 years of experience
Iowa city, IA, 52246

Mal was an awesome house/dog/chicken sitter for us! Great communication and photos of our dogs while we were on vacation. Will definitely book again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brian G.
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Brian G.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Mt Vernon, IA, 52314

About: Our family has had pets (cats, dogs, horses) for our entire lives together. Pets are family to me and I will care for yours like they are my own. I am free for pet sitting (dogs & cats or other species)/dog walking/in home pet care all days of the week and weekends. Am available in the Mt Vernon/Lisbon/Solon/Bertram area. Will travel to other areas/cities on a case by case basis. Unfortunately I will have to care for your pets in your neighborhood or in your home.......our own dogs do not mix well with "strangers".......but I am happy to take care of yours (dogs or cats) in their own home environment. I have separate rooms available for in home care of cats if needed (they would be behind closed doors/in separate bedrooms from my dog

Sitter Profile Image: Sana R.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
7 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401

Sana is the best! My apartment is always in great shape and I can tell from the pictures she sends that my cats love her. She is a really good communicator and definitely my first choice to watch my cats whenever I am out of town.

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Molly M.
Sitter Profile Image: Makayle B.
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Makayle B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402

Makayle responded promptly to my inquiry and communicated clearly the entire time watching my pup, Mikka. I know Mikka loved having a companion while we were gone and got lots of love as shared in photos.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sara R.
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Sara R.
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$26
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30 years of experience
Marion, IA, 52302

About: I’m a veterinary technician with emergency and critical care experience, and an Equissage-certified canine massage therapist. I notice things most pet sitters don’t. I understand that boarding can disrupt a dog’s nervous system. Some dogs do better at home while you’re away, and my massage therapy background means I have techniques that genuinely help calm and settle an anxious or overstimulated dog in their own environment. During drop-in visits and walks, I’m assessing your dog the whole time. Gait, energy, behavior, subtle signs that something’s off. You’ll hear about it either way. I’m experienced with medically complex dogs, seniors, and anxious dogs, and equally comfortable with your healthy, bouncy lab who just needs a solid walk. Cats are absolutely welcome. Cat owners, I see you. Your cat has a whole life, a whole routine, and very strong opinions. I get it. Fill me in on the Royal Treatment and I’ll do my best to make sure it happens. I look forward to meeting you and your animal friend(s) soon. 🐾 I offer drop-in visits and dog walks seven days a week. Visits are typically 30 minutes. I send updates with photos at every visit so you know exactly how things are going. I’m a veterinary technician with emergency and critical care experience. I know how to recognize when something is wrong and what to do about it. All dogs are kept leashed on walks unless we are in a securely fenced area. If your dog jumps fences, we do not go off leash outside. I do not combine your dog with unfamiliar dogs without prior owner approval. I come to you. Drop-in visits and walks take place in your home and neighborhood, which means your dog stays in a familiar environment with their own smells, sounds, and routine intact. I treat every client’s home with respect and leave it exactly as I found it. For drop-in visits that occur at dark or during nighttime hours, I may occasionally have another person with me. This is for my own safety.

Sitter Profile Image: Elise P.
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Elise P.
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$63
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4.9 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52245

Elise was great! She took good care of our standard poodle and gave him his eye drops twice a day. Bonus: while house sitting she took our old bananas and made banana bread! Highly recommend as a pet/house sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Oliver R.
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Oliver R.
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$30
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11 years of experience
Marion, IA, 52302

About: I've taken care of dogs specifically since I was like 5. Whether it was a friend's dog, a family members or my own. Cats I have taken care of since I was 8. Changing litter? Done. Walking dogs? Done. Training? I do that too! I actually trained my own service dog who has since retired. Feed and water? Of course! Gotta get the essentials. Following directions, I will follow how YOU want your pet(s) taken care of. I have dealt with chihuahuas to great Danes to dogs bigger than that! No animal is too small. I will pick up messes, play with them, train them if you want, and obviously feed and water them. I can even stay over night with a pet if needed! I know some pets need extra support when their humans are a away, and I understand that may mean me staying over night. I have two dogs and two cats. I take care of the two dogs on a daily basis. Cats? Not so much but I do help out when asked as they are not actually mine but my roommates. I take my dogs out at LEAST 3 times a day typically more in warmer weather. But I take them out at least once when I wake up, once after or before lunch, and once before bed after they've ate their dinner. My dogs have stomach issues and only eat once a day near dinner time for me. I get them out more often to play now that its warming up outside In my clients home, as I don't do boarding at my own home, I can bring my own dog if asked for a play buddy but I would like a copy or to see the vaccination records to be safe. I will make sure the animals get some time to play and have plenty of attention while I am there. I will make sure dogs get outside to potty on either the specified schedule from my client or on a schedule I am able to run, but they will get out as much as I can make happen. Cats I'll make sure get some play time, if you're the kind of cat person who let's their cat out on a catio or leash or trust your cat out on its own for a bit I can make those happen too. I will make sure they have fresh litter when needed/requested. I will make sure both cats and dogs have fresh water and food on a schedule determined by the owner or when its needing refilled/changed.

Sitter Profile Image: Jamiaha M.
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Jamiaha M.
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$40
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4.7 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
Cedar rapids Iowa, IA, 52404

About: Hi there pet owners my name is jamiaha. I am a 21 year old female. I'm also a highschool graduate. I have a huge passion for pets I am an animal lover! i love spending time walking dogs it's a fantastic workout. I enjoy the love and company from pets! it would be my pleasure to be your dog sitter! Growing up I lived in a home with 5 small dogs & 2 labs. I experienced the love & care an animal needs.. despite the pay! it's my pleasure to care for nature as well as animals! I hope to find a pet owner who love and cares for animals as much as i do as well I I hope you find me 🙂 sincerely your loving pet sitter.

Sitter Profile Image: Chloe K.
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Chloe K.
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$25
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10 years of experience
Tiffin, IA, 52340

About: I have been around dog’s of all sorts for quite some time, i used to work at a dog grooming place as a bather so i would handle all types of different dogs! i have experience in puppy training, puppy care, senior care, walking and bathing if needed! I have a lot of free time right now, i would rather be spending my time taking care of furry friends then doing nothing! Your pet will get the most lovings with me :) I live on a farm, part of my yard is fenced in and some of it isn’t completely closed. it is a very big backyard tho plenty of room for your furry friend to run around on a longer leash!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Taylor was great! We had her stay at our apartment for 4 nights with our two dogs. She left the place clean, sent lots of photos, and even scooped snow off our patio. We highly recommend and will be using her again.

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Ty T.
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Megan was fantastic. She took such good care of our pups that I think they were disappointed to see us walk in the door when we returned from our trip. Megan sent us pictures almost every day, which was important to me. I highly recommend her services!

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Louise N.
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This was the first time we had Camryn house/dog sit for us while we were out of town. One of our pups has epilepsy and unfortunately had a very bad episode of seizures while we were away. Camryn went above and beyond with how she handled the situation. We were not expecting our dog to have any seizures as his episodes have always been spaced out in a way that we can predict when he’s “due” for a seizure. She transported him to the emergency vet and cared for him like he was her own and because of her help he’s on his way to recovery. We can’t express how grateful we are for her kindness, professionalism, and care. She is just an awesome sitter and we will not hesitate to ask her to take care for our dogs again. She was communicative, kept the house and dogs safe and cared for, and was just a pleasure to work with. A++ person. Highly recommended her. Thank you Camryn.

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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Mount Vernon on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $40 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.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 338 house sitters in Mount Vernon. 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, 88% of Mount Vernon house sitters respond in under an hour.

House sitters in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon.

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. Mount Vernon 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.

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