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Top rated Portage house sitters
“Kimberly was awesome! She was able to help on short notice. She was great with my “ anxious “ dogs and they took to her right away. My boys had fun and the house was nice and clean upon my arrival home Would definitely recommend. ?”

“Ashley was wonderful with my pup. She checked in on her multiple times per day, sent me updates and photos from each encounter. Would definitely use her again and again. Its the second time i left my dog home alone for multiple days under Ashley’s care.”

“Matthew watches our German Shepard fora Week. Cooper loved him. When Cooper will sleep with you and let you give belly rubs you know he loves you. While we were gone I got a notice the lawn service was coming the next day for the final application of the year. I texted Matt and asked him if he could clean up the poop in the back yard. He not only cleaned it up he also raked the leaves. Amazing!! Before we left he spent an entire day with Cooper so they could get to know each other and see if he had any questions. He’s amazing and we will be using him next time we travel.”

“Zachary did a fantastic job taking care of our older pup and very social cat. Our dog always has accidents when we leave town but this time it escalated to diarrhea. Zachary kept us in the loop and updated every step of the way, he carpet cleaned many accidents, followed all our instructions and made us feel much less nervous about leaving our old gal. Videos and pictures thrilled our toddler too!”
“Samantha was wonderful with our 3 fur babies. Very attentive to their needs and wants. Our 3 even pouted when she left! Highly recommend, she went above and beyond for our babies!”

“Stephanie was so quick to respond to my messages and was very flexible with my schedule. I work in healthcare so my hours are odd and she quickly agreed to take care of my pups when I needed her. My dogs looked really happy and it gave me peace of mind to know that they were being well taken care of and having fun.”

“Rich was amazing! He and his wife are such kind people who treated my little brood like family. He took great care of my pets and was great at updating me daily. I look forward to booking with them again in the future!”


“Our young dog (2yrs) has seizures, along with that many medications to be given. She did incredible with both. She is amazing with our boys! A 5yr old Chihuahua and a 2yr old Pekingese/Shih Tzu/mix.”

About: I've had pets of my own since I was a child and consider myself a friend to all animals. I have experience taking care of boths dogs and cats of all age groups. My schedule is wide open as I'm in a transitional phase in life. I'm flexible to others schedules and accept same day appointments and bookings. Right now I can pet sit in the owners home. I'm open to whatever needs your pets have whether that's active time like going or a trip to the local dog park or something more relaxed at home.
“I left my 1 year old puppy Mack with Rebecca for a week. I was very nervous to leave him with someone I didn’t know personally. Rebecca was absolutely wonderful!! She sent daily pictures of him. She walked him and played with him and made him happy, as I could tell by the pictures. My house was clean and she was very attentive, that helped settle all of my concerns.”

About: Conveniently located 7 minutes from Wisconsin Dells (the map is not accurate), in the country on a few acres with a large fenced in area! I also provide training as well as package deals for walks and daily let outs ..just ask! I love taking care of pups in my home just as one of my own furry family members. I have a degree as a vet tech and in canine obedience and behavior! I have been boarding dogs in my home and pet sitting for over 25 years. I also ran a wonderful dog rescue for almost ten years giving me a wide variety of experience with many situations and behaviors. I love being able to help people with knowing their pup is in the best of care so you can enjoy your Vacation or not add more stress in a time of sorrow or whatever the situation may be that brings you to needing dog sitting! I also own my own business doing interior painting so have a very flexible schedule. I love being able to be flexible for you and for your pup I have a fenced in yard, can separate and/crate dogs as needed. I do offer for them to sleep with me at night and be spoiled. I will take them for rides, hikes, to the store all if applicable!
“Chelle was an outstanding in-home sitter for our cat and elderly dog! She provided excellent, loving care for our pets, was a spotless house guest, and communicated with us in a timely fashion while we were away. I would highly recommend Chelle for any services you may need!”

“AMAZING!!! we did in home care and she was above and beyond anything we could have expected. She gave us updates and lots of pictures and made sure to treat our home with the upmost respect. can’t wait to work with her again!!”


About: I am an animal lover! I love walking, playing, and taking care of dogs/cats and all other animals! I have two cats. I will play with your dogs outside and I will make sure that they have a good time! I enjoy going on walks! I really love taking dogs for walks! I will dog sit all dogs, no matter size. I have a lot of experience with dogs! For my whole life I have been around animals! I will provide a lot of fun for your dogs and cats! I love giving dogs and cats the love that they deserve! I’m really glad I seen an ad for Rover and can’t wait to dogsit (or catsit) and walk your dogs! Thank you for this great opportunity!
About: Hi! I'm Brook Gassman, a 25-year-old school psychologist at JYMS in Baraboo, and I'm passionate about providing loving care for all kinds of pets. Growing up with both cats and dogs, I developed a deep love for animals of all shapes and sizes. Currently, I own a sweet cat named Elby and the most adorable corgi named Winnie. I've had years of experience caring for pets, from playful puppies to calm senior cats. Whether it’s walking, feeding, or providing companionship, I’m dedicated to ensuring your pet receives the best care possible. I understand the importance of trust and routine for animals, and I’m committed to giving each pet the attention, exercise, and love they deserve. I look forward to helping you take care of your furry friends! I work full-time at the middle school in Baraboo, so my regular availability is between 6-7 AM and 3-9 PM. However, I'm flexible and can arrange to stop by outside of these hours if needed. I will care for your pet in your home according to your specific preferences and routine. My goal is to ensure a safe, comfortable, and stress-free experience for both you and your pet, and I’ll work closely with you to meet all of your pet’s needs.

“Emily was wonderful with Gradey and was creative in finding a way to get him to take his daily medications. He was happy and content and everything was clean when we returned home. Would absolutely use Emily again!”

About: Hello, my name Is Jeremy and I used to work for a Pet Sitting Company in Kenosha, Wisconsin. I now moved to Baraboo & am looking to do more sits in my spare time. I have a very flexible schedule. I feel very confident in my abilities. I have two cats at home that require special medication and a shot so I am comfortable with giving injections. I really enjoy taking dogs for walks. I am willing to do what it takes to make you feel comfortable about letting me take care of your pet. I thank you so much for taking the time to read all this. I cannot wait to work with your pets! I run an online sports business & pet sit for a living. Both part time as of right now. I typically work mom-fri but willing to work weekends. Safety is my #1 priority. Making sure doors are locked & animals don’t escape. Making sure they have water at all times to stay hydrated.
About: I’ve had pets growing up as a child on the farm and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I have an amazing 4 year old dog and love being a mom to my 10 year old son. I currently work as a full time at a hospital setting from 0500am to 1:30pm. I have time after work and weekend mornings/afternoons if needed. I walk our fur baby 4 times a day. She is kettle trained. I walk her before work; after work then in the evening then again before going to bed. I will create a flexible schedule for you and your fur babies. Lucy is a good girl and friendly if your dog loves company Lucy can join too. I will provide love, fun, and trust.
Over 34 pet parents in Portage have booked house sitting
Portage pet parents share their Rover experiences
Heather is a truly wonderful person. She did such an amazing job with all 6 of our pets, and even went above and beyond with keeping our home spotless. It was amazing to see all of the pictures and updates she was sending us— she was extremely personable and truly cared for our pets as if they were her own, I highly recommend her and will be booking again.

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Portage is $50
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Sitters in Portage average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Portage on Rover as of Nov 2025 was about $50 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.
As of Nov 2025, there are 164 house sitters in Portage. 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, 89% of Portage house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Portage have an average of 16 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 Portage.
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. Portage 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.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.




