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“Jennifer went above and beyond while watching our under the weather fat cat. She made sure to give him his meds and Give us updates on how he’s feeling. We will definitely use Rover and Jennifer’s services again!”
“Julie took wonderful care of our 3 kitties, giving us such peace of mind while we were out of town. We knew they were in great hands, and Julie went above and beyond!! We’ll gratefully rebook with Julie anytime we have to go out of town in the future. Thank you so much Julie!!!”
“Highly recommend! Extra detail was spent on making sure my one cat who is nervous around new people was taken of. Plenty of time spent during the drop in to feed and play with them with updates sent on every visit.”
“Melanie did a great job with our animals while we were away despite a number of unexpected challenges that happened (huge snowstorm, malfunctioning automatic doors for our animals, etc). We were out of the country and it was such a relief to know we had someone here we could totally trust to take care of our animals. We highly recommend Melanie if you’re looking for a trustworthy and dependable sitter for your pets!”
About: Hello, my name is Megan. I have a passion for taking care of all animals. I tend to enjoy animals more than people, lol. I have three dogs, four cats, two rabbits, and two rats. All whom I love dearly and care for. The way I treat my animals is the way I treat other animals. That is with lots of love, patience and care. If you have any questions for me, do not hesitate to ask. I am an open book. I look forward to hearing from you. Until then God Bless & Take Care! I work full-time in a vet clinic so I work visits around my current schedule as best as I can. I am quite successful in doing so and have owners who find my schedule fits theirs. I listen to all concerns from the owner so I make sure to keep all animals safe while under my care. I take all animals safety very seriously so I make sure to watch my surroundings and/or any hazardous items be kept away from the animal. I feed, give fresh water, take outside to use the bathroom, and play with the animal.
“Jen is top quality dog care. She puts her heart and soul into your pet. Prezi loves her. I highly recommend Jen. I couldn't ask for a better person to take care of my baby girl. Thank you for being so good Jen”
“He did an amazing job cat sitting my 6yo and 15yo cats! My 15yo had extra needs which were fully attended to and he kept me updated on how much they ate, if they threw up, etc. I booked an overnight stay and he went out of his way to wash the bedding he used. He cared a lot and was very thoughtful and detail oriented. Would/will book again!”
“Emma and Timothy did a wonderful job! The communication was great. They left me very detailed information of how the dogs did during their visit. My dogs where well cared for.”
“She was extremely kind and patient with the dogs! Our dog had a few accidents but she was super nice and understanding and cleaned it up for us! We would recommend her!”
About: I have experience caring for dogs of all ages, from puppies to seniors. For senior dogs, I provide gentle walks, monitor health, and administer medications as needed. For adult dogs, I focus on maintaining a healthy routine with regular exercise and balanced care. With puppies, I emphasize training, socialization, and positive reinforcement. I tailor walks and activities to each dog's age and energy level, and manage medications with care. My approach is always compassionate, ensuring the well-being of dogs at every stage of life. Doing pet care as a sitter helps my schedule by offering flexible hours, structured tasks, and steady income, while improving my time management and responsibility. As a pet sitter, I prioritize safety, trust, and a positive environment by ensuring pets are cared for, following routines, maintaining clear communication, and providing a secure space.
“Kerrigan took excellent care of my 2 girls (cats). She played and cuddled with them, they quickly became friends with her, and she made sure they didn’t miss me too much while on an extended vacation. I’ve already asked her to take care of them again while I’m on a work trip.”
About: My husband and I live in a well taken care of home in Portage IN. We also have 2 children ages 6 and 4 years old so dogs we watch must be good with small children. We never leave our children unsupervised with the dogs always make sure they are respectful with dogs. My yard is rather large (approx. .30 acres) and with a 6 foot wood privacy fence. I volunteer for local animal shelters and have fostered many times for Lakeshore Paws in Valparaiso IN. My husband and I have decided to break from fostering dogs and offer our home and services to people who need their baby taken care of while they are away. That is also how we treat other dogs who are in our care for a short time. My husband and I enjoy having dogs and we also enjoy spoiling them rotten. When we babysit your pup you will be sure to receive many updates and pictures of your baby or babies being treated like family. We recently lost both our elderly dogs so we are currently a dog free home so we can cater to dogs that need to be the only dog. We just need kid friendly dogs that don't mind loud kids running around. My husband or myself are always home so your pup is never left. We have plenty of lush dog beds and a very large kennel if your dog is kenneled. I have a fenced yard, great neighborhood, and an active family to watch your pup. We love to treat dogs as family when they are in our home.
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Jennifer F.
“Jennifer went above and beyond while watching our under the weather fat cat. She made sure to give him his meds and Give us updates on how he’s feeling. We will definitely use Rover and Jennifer’s services again!”
alexis c.
“Alexis is always great!”
Julie F.Star Sitter
“Julie took wonderful care of our 3 kitties, giving us such peace of mind while we were out of town. We knew they were in great hands, and Julie went above and beyond!! We’ll gratefully rebook with Julie anytime we have to go out of town in the future. Thank you so much Julie!!!”
Tricia S.
“Highly recommend! Extra detail was spent on making sure my one cat who is nervous around new people was taken of. Plenty of time spent during the drop in to feed and play with them with updates sent on every visit.”
Sarah & McGwire A.
“My dog warmed up to her quickly! Sarah shared a lot of photos with me too, keeping me up to date on what's going on.”
Amanda P.
“Meant to leave a review earlier, but I'm new to Rover. Amanda was great, I felt very comfortable having her check up on my cat. He didn't find my absence stressful at all.”
Melanie C.Star Sitter
“Melanie did a great job with our animals while we were away despite a number of unexpected challenges that happened (huge snowstorm, malfunctioning automatic doors for our animals, etc). We were out of the country and it was such a relief to know we had someone here we could totally trust to take care of our animals. We highly recommend Melanie if you’re looking for a trustworthy and dependable sitter for your pets!”
Megan R.
“If there's an animal lover, it's Megan! Her dogs mean the world to her and she'd go above and beyond to secure their safety, and surely carries that philosophy over to how she treats other animals. Your pooch would be in comfortable hands, I guarantee it.”
Giannina G.Star Sitter
“So far could not ask for better care and attention for.my cats! Thanks Nina❤️”
Jen M.
“Jen is top quality dog care. She puts her heart and soul into your pet. Prezi loves her. I highly recommend Jen. I couldn't ask for a better person to take care of my baby girl. Thank you for being so good Jen”
Amparo G.
“He did an amazing job cat sitting my 6yo and 15yo cats! My 15yo had extra needs which were fully attended to and he kept me updated on how much they ate, if they threw up, etc. I booked an overnight stay and he went out of his way to wash the bedding he used. He cared a lot and was very thoughtful and detail oriented. Would/will book again!”
Emma & Timothy H.Star Sitter
“Emma and Timothy did a wonderful job! The communication was great. They left me very detailed information of how the dogs did during their visit. My dogs where well cared for.”
Nicole H.
“Nicole was fantastic and my 3 dogs loved her! We will definitely use her again.”
Savannah W.Star Sitter
“She was extremely kind and patient with the dogs! Our dog had a few accidents but she was super nice and understanding and cleaned it up for us! We would recommend her!”
Mary Anne S.
“Excellent job as usual”
Lora P.
“Lora did a wonderful job watching Phoebe. She took extra care of my little girl once her anxiety got bad! I'd highly recommend!”
Sabrina S.
“Sabrina did a great job dropping in on our girls. She fed them breakfast, gave them pets and let them out for potties. Our girls were happy and well cared for.”
Kayla M.
“Kayla owns 9 pets that she takes exceptional care for. She loves all animals and has always shown compassion to animals and pet owners. She would love to work for rover and help people care for their animals.”
Kerigan W.
“Kerrigan took excellent care of my 2 girls (cats). She played and cuddled with them, they quickly became friends with her, and she made sure they didn’t miss me too much while on an extended vacation. I’ve already asked her to take care of them again while I’m on a work trip.”
Shannon H.
About: My husband and I live in a well taken care of home in Portage IN. We also have 2 children ages 6 and 4 years old so dogs we watch must be good with small children. We never leave our children unsupervised with the dogs always make sure they are respectful with dogs. My yard is rather large (approx. .30 acres) and with a 6 foot wood privacy fence. I volunteer for local animal shelters and have fostered many times for Lakeshore Paws in Valparaiso IN. My husband and I have decided to break from fostering dogs and offer our home and services to people who need their baby taken care of while they are away. That is also how we treat other dogs who are in our care for a short time. My husband and I enjoy having dogs and we also enjoy spoiling them rotten. When we babysit your pup you will be sure to receive many updates and pictures of your baby or babies being treated like family. We recently lost both our elderly dogs so we are currently a dog free home so we can cater to dogs that need to be the only dog. We just need kid friendly dogs that don't mind loud kids running around. My husband or myself are always home so your pup is never left. We have plenty of lush dog beds and a very large kennel if your dog is kenneled. I have a fenced yard, great neighborhood, and an active family to watch your pup. We love to treat dogs as family when they are in our home.
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Portage on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $22 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 104 cat sitters in Portage. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 79% of Portage cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Portage have an average of 19 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in Portage.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Portage cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.
There are 104 cat sitters in Portage on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Portage, 100% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 94% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your cat 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 cat sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your cat sitter’s cancellation policy.
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