House Sitting in Oakdale, Grand Rapids, MI
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“Kelsey went above & beyond with my dog, Nalah!! She took her to the dog park, for multiple walks, and sent photo and video updates throughout the day. My dog was smiling ear to ear in each photo- Highly recommend. Will def be using Kelsey again!!”
“FANTASTIC sitter. I will absolutely be booking again. So friendly, great at sending updates, and did an amazing job with my dog. I highly recommend, and had truly a great experience with Rae-Lynn!”
“Abby stayed in our home to watch our two kitties for 10 days. She was so kind and patient with my anxiety over leaving my kitties behind for so long. She sent photos everyday to update me! Our kitties fell in love with her. 10/10 would recommend!”
“Ricky was great! We have a large dog that gets meds and two very curious cats but none of it phased him. He made sure all were comfortable and occupied before leaving. We would definitely have him again!”
“Sara was wonderful. Our pup is very scared of new people and greeted Sara immediately. She kept us updated with lots of pics and I felt reassured that our dog was well taken care of while we were away.”
“Sabrina was great with our pups! We had a minor emergency with one of our dogs but she handled it very well and kept us informed throughout the stay. We would definitely recommend Sabrina to other pet parents.”
“We’ve never felt comfortable leaving our reactive pup with anyone until we saw how well he did with Mimi during our intro visits. She watched both of our dogs over a long weekend and had great communication and kept us updated how things were going. We will definitely reach out to Mimi in the future when we need a sitter!”
“Brian house-sat for my dog Lancelot this weekend for the first time. He went above and beyond. My dog loves him and Brian took such great care of him. I would recommend him to anyone without hesitation!”
“Cort was a lifesaver. Literally. What started out as a routine dog-sitting assignment while I was out of town turned into an emergency trip to the vet. Not her fault. She took her, kept me updated and made sure everything was taken care of. I’m very grateful.”
“Carolyn took wonderful care of our old boy, Teddy. She was an excellent communicator! We especially appreciated her attentiveness to Teddy's medication schedule. We will definitely invite Carolyn back! Highly recommend!”
“Anna was amazing with our dog and rabbit! She kept in touch while we were away with pictures and things she was doing with them. Our house was clean when we returned home. Highly recommend!!”
About: Previous to moving back to MI, I was a dog foster with Dallas Animal Shelter. I also have my own two rescues. I have experience with a wide array of dogs including small chihuahuas to big ole mastiffs ! I love dogs! Each dog I fostered had medical needs and I am a nurse so I promise to care for your pups in the best possible way! So excited to meet you and your pup ! I am a nurse with a rotating schedule, which is great because I can revolve my schedule around your needs (with appropriate notice). I am happy to set up a weekly routine if that is what best fits your needs. I am happy to spend time with your doggy in their fenced yard, walks, and crate them as preferred. However, I do love dog cuddles, so they may be a little late to be crated!!
“Pamela was AMAZING! This was our first big trip away from Hank, and she took such amazing care of him. He stayed on his puppy schedule and we came back to a happy, tired out pup! Will be hiring Pamela for all trips in the future!”
“We requested an in-home stay Fri-Sun the week of due to our OG dog-sitter getting sick. Ki not only accepted it right away, but messaged us in the days leading up to the stay to touch base on everything. Let us know what info was needed and even arranged to meet with us before we left. This was the first time we have ever left our dogs home for more than 6-8 hours and we didn’t have to worry at all because we got updates and photos regularly. Our dogs are happy and well-fed, cats are happy and had food in their bowls. They got snuggles all weekend, which is a must. Our home looks exactly how we left it. We will absolutely book Ki again in the future. Thank you so much for taking care of Frank, Beans, Poe, and Beau!!”
“This was our first time using Rover and having someone other than family watch our pups. Michelle was great about getting all of the details before the stay and really helped make us feel at ease! It was great having the option for our pups to stay @ home while we were out of town and could really tell they enjoyed hanging with Michelle.”
“Had an awesome experience with Molly and her dog Izzi! She sent photos and videos throughout dog sitting at my apartment, which eased my nervousness of leaving her alone for the first time. She did really well with my dog and her social anxiety. I will definitely be rehiring her again for future needs! 10/10 Highly recommended.”
“Alli is truly an exceptional pet sitter! We felt totally confident that our dog and home were in great hands. Alli is responsible, trustworthy, and incredibly caring. We came home to a happy, well-loved pup and a very clean house! Alli truly went above and beyond—not only with the loving care she gave our pup, but also with the attention she gave our home. Everything was so clean and thoughtfully cared for. Our dog struggles with anxiety during fireworks and thunderstorms, and Alli watched her over the 4th of July weekend. It was clear that she provided comfort, patience, and calm throughout—our dog was relaxed and happy when we got home, which means the world to us. Alli is thoughtful, communicative, and respectful, and we are beyond grateful for the amazing care she provided. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, loving, and detail-oriented sitter. Thank you so much, Alli—you made our trip stress-free and our return such a joy! We hope to book with you again and again!”
About: I have loved dogs ever since I was a child. For the past 8 years I have watched dogs for family and friends. I enjoy walking and playing with dogs and am comfortable working with young puppies. I am currently in between jobs so I have plenty of time to spend with your furry friends! I'm available most weekdays for walks and pet care. I have a fenced in backyard and a small-medium 1 year old dog who loves to play. I can easily crate your dog if needed.
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Kelsey & Forrest K.Star Sitter
“Kelsey went above & beyond with my dog, Nalah!! She took her to the dog park, for multiple walks, and sent photo and video updates throughout the day. My dog was smiling ear to ear in each photo- Highly recommend. Will def be using Kelsey again!!”
Rae-Lynn C.
“FANTASTIC sitter. I will absolutely be booking again. So friendly, great at sending updates, and did an amazing job with my dog. I highly recommend, and had truly a great experience with Rae-Lynn!”
Abby E.Star Sitter
“Abby stayed in our home to watch our two kitties for 10 days. She was so kind and patient with my anxiety over leaving my kitties behind for so long. She sent photos everyday to update me! Our kitties fell in love with her. 10/10 would recommend!”
Ricardo S.Star Sitter
“Ricky was great! We have a large dog that gets meds and two very curious cats but none of it phased him. He made sure all were comfortable and occupied before leaving. We would definitely have him again!”
Sara O.
“Sara was wonderful. Our pup is very scared of new people and greeted Sara immediately. She kept us updated with lots of pics and I felt reassured that our dog was well taken care of while we were away.”
Sabrina S.Star Sitter
“Sabrina was great with our pups! We had a minor emergency with one of our dogs but she handled it very well and kept us informed throughout the stay. We would definitely recommend Sabrina to other pet parents.”
Mimi P.
“We’ve never felt comfortable leaving our reactive pup with anyone until we saw how well he did with Mimi during our intro visits. She watched both of our dogs over a long weekend and had great communication and kept us updated how things were going. We will definitely reach out to Mimi in the future when we need a sitter!”
Bethany C.
“This was our first time using Rover and Bethany did an amazing job! She always kept us updated on how our dog was doing and sent pics! We will definitely use Bethany again!”
Brian G.
“Brian house-sat for my dog Lancelot this weekend for the first time. He went above and beyond. My dog loves him and Brian took such great care of him. I would recommend him to anyone without hesitation!”
Cortney C.Star Sitter
“Cort was a lifesaver. Literally. What started out as a routine dog-sitting assignment while I was out of town turned into an emergency trip to the vet. Not her fault. She took her, kept me updated and made sure everything was taken care of. I’m very grateful.”
Carolyn P.
“Carolyn took wonderful care of our old boy, Teddy. She was an excellent communicator! We especially appreciated her attentiveness to Teddy's medication schedule. We will definitely invite Carolyn back! Highly recommend!”
Anna S.Star Sitter
“Anna was amazing with our dog and rabbit! She kept in touch while we were away with pictures and things she was doing with them. Our house was clean when we returned home. Highly recommend!!”
Jacquelyn B.
“Jacquelyn was wonderful with my dogs when I went on vacation. She gave me frequent updates and pictures which gave me peace of mind. I appreciate the long walks and keeping them company while I was away. Highly recommend!”
Pamela M.Star Sitter
“Pamela was AMAZING! This was our first big trip away from Hank, and she took such amazing care of him. He stayed on his puppy schedule and we came back to a happy, tired out pup! Will be hiring Pamela for all trips in the future!”
Ki B.
“We requested an in-home stay Fri-Sun the week of due to our OG dog-sitter getting sick. Ki not only accepted it right away, but messaged us in the days leading up to the stay to touch base on everything. Let us know what info was needed and even arranged to meet with us before we left. This was the first time we have ever left our dogs home for more than 6-8 hours and we didn’t have to worry at all because we got updates and photos regularly. Our dogs are happy and well-fed, cats are happy and had food in their bowls. They got snuggles all weekend, which is a must. Our home looks exactly how we left it. We will absolutely book Ki again in the future. Thank you so much for taking care of Frank, Beans, Poe, and Beau!!”
Michelle H.Star Sitter
“This was our first time using Rover and having someone other than family watch our pups. Michelle was great about getting all of the details before the stay and really helped make us feel at ease! It was great having the option for our pups to stay @ home while we were out of town and could really tell they enjoyed hanging with Michelle.”
Melissa S.
“Amazing. Will definitely be rebooking.”
Molly H.Star Sitter
“Had an awesome experience with Molly and her dog Izzi! She sent photos and videos throughout dog sitting at my apartment, which eased my nervousness of leaving her alone for the first time. She did really well with my dog and her social anxiety. I will definitely be rehiring her again for future needs! 10/10 Highly recommended.”
Allison W.
“Alli is truly an exceptional pet sitter! We felt totally confident that our dog and home were in great hands. Alli is responsible, trustworthy, and incredibly caring. We came home to a happy, well-loved pup and a very clean house! Alli truly went above and beyond—not only with the loving care she gave our pup, but also with the attention she gave our home. Everything was so clean and thoughtfully cared for. Our dog struggles with anxiety during fireworks and thunderstorms, and Alli watched her over the 4th of July weekend. It was clear that she provided comfort, patience, and calm throughout—our dog was relaxed and happy when we got home, which means the world to us. Alli is thoughtful, communicative, and respectful, and we are beyond grateful for the amazing care she provided. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, loving, and detail-oriented sitter. Thank you so much, Alli—you made our trip stress-free and our return such a joy! We hope to book with you again and again!”
Gabrielle C.
“Gabrielle has cared for my dog, Yogi, many times, and I always feel at ease knowing he’s in such loving hands. She’s a true animal lover—devoted to her own pup and to every furry friend she meets. Whether it’s long walks, playtime, or snuggles, Gabrielle makes sure pets feel safe and loved. She’s also friendly, responsive, and professional, which makes the entire experience seamless. I can’t recommend her enough!”
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Oakdale.
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. Oakdale 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.
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