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Sitter Profile Image: Madison F.
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Madison F.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Zeeland, MI, 49464

Madison did a good job caring for my senior dogs and house sitting. Her knowledge and care for dogs was evident. Good communication through the whole process. Highly respectful of my home and followed instructions. I would recommend Madison for your dog.

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Rob K.
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Brandi B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
91 reviews
27 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Zeeland, MI, 49464

Our dogs absolutely love Brandi! She takes such good care of them and manages the house too! She’ll be “go to” when we need a dog sitter!!! ❤️❤️

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Patti S.
Sitter Profile Image: Skyler S.
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Skyler S.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
59 reviews
16 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Wyoming, MI, 49519

Skylar was flexible and patient I have one dog that is super friendly and one that is very skittish Skylar did well caring for both Definitely would recommend her

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Sitter Profile Image: Mikayla B.
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Mikayla B.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
3 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Wayland, MI, 49348

Mikayla took such great care of Athena and Enzo while we were away. It was obvious they were well loved and got plenty of playtime 😃. She sent lots of pictures and videos throughout our trip, which made being away from them so much easier. She was easy to communicate with, always kept us updated, and went above and beyond by feeding our fish and even checking on our butterflies. We came home to happy dogs and a home that was just as we left it. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. We’re so thankful we found Mikayla and will absolutely use her again. Highly recommend!

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Teresa C.
Sitter Profile Image: Jacquelyn S.
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Jacquelyn S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
127 reviews
45 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Zeeland, MI, 49464

Jacquelyn was great with Parker for a few nights at our home. Took care of him, applied medicine to him when we needed him to, and communicated well. Thank you!

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Becki B.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Grand Rapids, MI, 49507

Becki was super responsive and kept us updated with all the pictures during our week away. Arya was happy and well cared for the entire time!

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Sammie B.
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$35
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4.7 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
10 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Holland, MI, 49423

Sammie was great! She arrived on time- stayed a little later too. Remy seemed happy and tired from a good night! This was our first Rover experience and we’re very pleased it went so well!

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Kirsten P.
Sitter Profile Image: Ella M.
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Ella M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
4 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Allegan, MI, 49010

Ella took great care of our Daisy when we needed a last minute dog sitter for the weekend. Daisy adored her. We will definitely use Ella again! She was wonderful!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lillie R.
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Lillie R.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
17 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Grand Rapids, MI, 49504

Lillie watched our two dogs in our home for 3 nights and 4 days. She did an excellent job. She gave updates a couple times a day. She also responded whenever I reached out. We would use her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Lizzy S.
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Lizzy S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
10 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Hudsonville, MI, 49426

Lizzy was great to work with. She was very attentive to our dog’s needs and communicated regularly. We will definitely they be using her services again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Morgan M.
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Morgan M.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
54 reviews
13 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Mattawan, MI, 49071

Morgan was very friendly and receptive of all the house sitting instructions I provided. She took great care of my anxious dog Athea and my three cats, even on last-minute booking. I will definitely be rebooking and would recommend her to others :)

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Kirsten M.
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Elyse D.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
14 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Wyoming, MI, 49509

Love having Elyse watch my two fur babies. I always know when I go on vaca I don’t ever have to worry as I know they are both being well loved and taken care of. Thank you so much Elyse! It’s a great thing by to know you fur babies are being taken care of and you can enjoy your vaca! We had to extend our trip for a day and she was also able to stay and watch them!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily W.
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Emily W.
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$30
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4.5 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Heartside, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

Emily was great with Atticus! She left the house in impeccable order, communicated consistently and even cleaned up dog vomit like it was no big deal! We would love to book with Emily again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Aracely H.
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Aracely H.
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$28
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4.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
2 years of experience
Dorr, MI, 49323

Did an absolutely awesome job watching my sweet boy. Very communicative and did everything to ensure Moe’s routine was as normal as possible while I was gone. Will definitely rebook!

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Hope M.
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Genny S.
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$60
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1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Grand Rapids, MI, 49544

About: I can work with dogs that have anxiety and aggressive. And cats too and any other animals. As I love animals of any size big or small Saturday-Sunday I can do anytime Monday-Friday after 2:30pm unless I'm staying in the house sitting and petsitting. Then time doesn't really matter as much then. Environment would be your home as I rent and they don't allow petsitting. Depends if yard is fence area if it is then I will play ball with them.

Sitter Profile Image: Matthew F.
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Matthew F.
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$26
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4.9 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
14 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Hudsonville, MI, 49426

Matthew was an excellent dog/house sitter. The dogs really enjoyed him and he really took care of them like they were his own. He communicates regularly and was an excellent houseguest. You would have no worries with him as your sitter. Highly recommend him.

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Sarah B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
95 reviews
27 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Hudsonville, MI, 49426

Highly recommend Sarah! She watched both of our dogs at our house over the weekend, and we were very happy with the whole experience. One dog needs meds, and the other is a puppy. I never worried about them in her care.

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Sitter Profile Image: Allison M.
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Allison M.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Holland, MI, 49423

Allison was wonderful! Very communicative and was even flexible when our times changed.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kevin S.
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Kevin S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
85 reviews
25 repeat clients
20 years of experience
John Ball Park, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504

We had a wonderful experience booking Kevin to pet sit for cat Lulu and dog Otis for two weeks. We received daily updates on how they were doing. I can tell Kevin really enjoys taking care of them and being able to pet our cat by the end of the first week really shows commitment, as she hides from anyone who comes over. He made sure Otis had his meds and special food. Everything was as we left it when we came home, even cleaning the bedding and running the dishwasher! Probably the first time I felt at ease leaving them. We will definitely be booking Kevin to watch our fur babies in the future! Thank you, Kevin!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sylvia M.
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Sylvia M.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Holland, MI, 49423

About: I live in a quiet, safe neighborhood and enjoy a peaceful home environment. I work, stay active in my church, and love winding down with a good book or movie. I’m down-to-earth and will treat your dog like family. My daughter, who’s now abroad, used to dog sit and encouraged me to try it myself—knowing how much I love dogs, even though I’m not ready to have one full-time. I often helped her with dog sitting before she left, and truly enjoyed the companionship. It would be a blessing to care for your pet and offer you peace of mind. I’m flexible, reliable, and would have a great time making sure your dog feels safe and loved. I work hybrid, which means your pet will have plenty of attention, playtime, and supervision throughout the day. I love taking regular breaks to go on walks, give belly rubs, or just relax with a furry friend nearby. My flexible schedule allows me to accommodate feeding routines, bathroom breaks, and any special care your pet may need. I live in a quiet, pet-friendly apartment with plenty of space for your dog to relax comfortably. While I don’t have a backyard, I take regular walks in safe, green areas nearby and always supervise outdoor time. I follow your care instructions closely, including feeding, medications, and routines, and I’m happy to provide regular updates and photos. Whether in my home or yours, I provide calm, attentive care to help your pet feel secure and loved.

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Oakland is $45

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5.0 out of 5 stars

We came home to a clean house and a happy dog! Throughout the stay Anna graciously handled some unexpected deliveries. Our Pomeranian had no anxiety or eating issues while we were gone for such a long time. We would definitely reach out to Anna again.

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Glennyce G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ava was great! She was responsible, communicated well, took good care of our house, and most of all- loved our dog. Ava was great at sending updates, along with pictures of our pup when we were away. Would definitely recommend her!

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Blue K.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Another successful visit with Anna! She is our go to for the dogs and house and makes it easy to just get away and not worry about. Super quick to respond and gives updates. Thanks Anna!

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Stephanie W.
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The average cost for House Sitting in Oakland on Rover is $37.06 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 921 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Oakland. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Oakland walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Oakland maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Oakland choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Oakland. On Rover:

  • 98% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 100% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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