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Sitter Profile Image: Brie C.
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Brie C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 131 reviews
40 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Marion, IA, 52302

“Brie did a wonderful job with my dogs. She sent updates throughout the time she was with them. The dogs were worn out when I got home too! 😁 Also, the house looked just like I had left it too!”

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Kelsey G.
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Thomas E.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
6 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

“Thomas was great. Sent daily updates and photos and house was exactly how I left it upon my return home. Pups were happy and well cared for.”

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Thomas A.
Sitter Profile Image: Char V.
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Char V.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 58 reviews
24 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Hiawatha, IA, 52233

“Char was amazing!!! Boris has a slightly annoying regimen of medications and she took care of it no problem. I got multiple pictures every day - and he clearly enjoyed himself. I came home to a very happy pup. I will most definitely have Char watch him in the future!!”

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Katrina L.
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Kayla D.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
4 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Marion, IA, 52302

“Kayla was great, she did not mind that our boys are a little bit crazy. She was responsive the entire time and sent us an update while we were away with photos. She followed all of our instructions, will definitely use her in the future.”

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Cue T.
Sitter Profile Image: Mia H.
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Mia H.
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$32
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 104 reviews
21 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

“Mia was absolutely amazing! I have two dogs and two cats. One dog has twice daily meds and the other dog is very anxious. My pets loved her and she took such great care of them. Highly recommend!”

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Nikki M.
Sitter Profile Image: Sara R.
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Sara R.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
30 years of experience
Marion, IA, 52302

“Took great care of our two big dogs! Sent pictures and updates about how they were doing. She stayed for a long weekend at our house and everything was perfect! Highly recommend! Dogs loved her!”

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Britta V.
Sitter Profile Image: Sana R.
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Sana R.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
8 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: Kinzley K.
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Kinzley K.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
6 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Vinton, IA, 52349

“Kinzley is a real treasure. She is a loving and caring sitter. Would recommend her to anyone looking for a dog/cat sitter. Will definitely use her again”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alicia Z.
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Alicia Z.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
15 years of experience
Palo, IA, 52324

About: Dogs have always been a huge part of my life, and caring for them comes naturally to me. I’ve owned dogs for years, fostered dogs, and have experience with different breeds, sizes, personalities, and energy levels. I understand that every dog is different, and I take the time to learn their routine, personality, boundaries, and what makes them feel comfortable and safe. I’m comfortable with large and strong breeds, as well as dogs who need a little extra patience, structure, or reassurance. I also have experience working on basic obedience, leash manners, commands, and positive, reward-based training. I believe dogs thrive with a combination of consistency, exercise, enrichment, affection, and clear expectations. As a dog owner myself, I know how important it is to trust the person caring for your dog. I treat every dog in my care like one of my own and make sure owners receive plenty of communication and updates while they’re away. Whether your dog wants long walks and playtime or would rather curl up and relax, I’m happy to meet them where they are. My goal is for your dog to feel safe, loved, comfortable, and genuinely excited to see me again. 🐾 Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine because caring for dogs is already a big part of my life. I structure my day around feeding times, potty breaks, walks, playtime, training, enrichment, and plenty of attention and affection. My schedule is flexible, which allows me to give each pet individualized care rather than simply fitting them in between other commitments. I enjoy being active and outdoors, so walks and playtime are something I genuinely look forward to. I’m also happy to adjust my routine to match what your pet is accustomed to at home so they feel comfortable, secure, and cared for while you’re away. 🐾 Here’s a warm, professional answer you can use for your Rover profile: I care for every pet as if they were my own. I follow each owner’s routine as closely as possible, including feeding schedules, walks, medications, potty breaks, playtime, and any specific rules or training they’re working on. I know consistency is important for dogs, especially when their family is away. Safety is always my priority. I pay close attention to each dog’s personality, body language, energy level, and individual needs. I use positive, reward-based reinforcement and provide plenty of exercise, enrichment, affection, and downtime. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I’m respectful of both their pet and their space and make sure everything is left just as I found it. I also provide regular updates and photos so you can relax knowing your pet is safe, happy, and getting lots of love. 🐾

Sitter Profile Image: Lehia E.
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Lehia E.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
18 years of experience
Marion, IA, 52302

“We had such a wonderful experience with Lehia! She took amazing care of our dog and treated him like he was her own. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing he was in such caring and dependable hands while we were away. She was attentive, trustworthy, and made sure he was comfortable, happy, and well cared for. It’s not always easy leaving your dog with someone else, but she made the whole experience worry-free. We came home to a happy, relaxed pup, which says everything! We would absolutely trust him again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who will genuinely care for their dog. ❤️🐾”

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Cari C.
Sitter Profile Image: Talia M.
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Talia M.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Marion, IA, 52302

“Tia was great! So comforting knowing our baby, who had just had surgery, was being taken care of by someone so sweet and knowledgeable. Will definitely call again!”

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Julie M.
Sitter Profile Image: Hailey P.
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Hailey P.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
16 years of experience
Amana, IA, 52203

“Hailey is an excellent sitter!! She is so good with our dogs, especially one who is very human-selective! She sent us pictures to ease our minds and was super flexible, friendly and easy going. Completely trust her with our doggos!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Makayle B.
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Makayle B.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
2 repeat clients
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: Grant A.
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Grant A.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Marion, IA, 52302

“Grant was great!! Very communicative and prompt. Would hire again!”

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Jade L.
Sitter Profile Image: Katrina B.
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Katrina B.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
4 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402

“Katrina was absolutely wonderful and took absolutely amazing care of our puppy on short notice. Great communication throughout. Our boy was totally spoiled.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Madison N.
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Madison N.
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$120
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52405

“Madison has been walking my dog for close to a year now. She also house sat for a few days while I was out of town. She's been amazing with my dog and my cat. Great communication and super responsible! I would recommend Madison for any pet care needs”

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Ryan M.
Sitter Profile Image: Alivia K.
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Alivia K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Vinton, IA, 52349

“Alivia does a great job! Our aging dog is so much happier when we can keep him at home. Thanks for taking such good care of him! The pictures and notes we received showed how happy and well taken care of our Top dog was!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mikayla Q.
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Mikayla Q.
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$25
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10 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402

About: I grew up with all kinds of animals and have had experience for 10+ years, so I am well aware of the commitment that is required to care for pets. I am a dedicated, non-smoking, animal loving, professional who can't wait to care for your gorgeous animal/s! Each pet has their own personality and style so I adapt to exactly what your pets need and want! If they want cuddles, they get cuddles. If they want to play, I could play all day. And if it's space that they're looking for, I can give them that as well! It's all about what the precious pets need from me. I provide excellent 5 star services for you and your fur-family, my aim is to make them happy!

Sitter Profile Image: Mira G.
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Mira G.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402

“Mira took great care of Moose while we were away! She had great communication about arrival and departure. She kept our house clean. She sent pictures of Moose’s activities throughout the day and Moose was very happy when we arrived home.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ella C.
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Ella C.
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$50
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4 years of experience
Hiawatha, IA, 52233

About: I have taken care of dogs and cats and have cared for families pets over the years. I used to have 2 cats! I love to spend time with animals and go for walks! I frequently dog sit for my sisters lab! I would love to take care of your baby! 🥰 I’m currently working full time Mon-Fri! The best time for me is weekends! I am very flexible and have a lot of time on my hands! I am on the first floor of an apartment with a walk out patio to a huge grass area! There is also a dog park and trail nearby!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Palo is $40

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The average cost for House Sitting in Palo on Rover is $31.08 per night (as of September 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 September 2026, there are 314 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Palo. 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 Palo 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 Palo 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 Palo 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 Palo. On Rover:

  • 100% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% 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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