House Sitting in Portage Lakes
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“Sarah was absolutely great! She is great at communication both before and during the day, kept the house clean, and most importantly kept the animals safe while we were away. We are looking forward to using Sarah in the future!”
“Konnie took great care and went above and beyond with my two dogs and two cats. She was as communicative as I needed and my pets loved her. I would recommend her for caring for your pets and will be booking with her again!”
“Kayla was great with my older dog. She made Sadie feel comfortable immediately and gained her trust to administer her needed eye medications. I would definitely book her again in the future!”
About: I have always grown up having pets in my home and being around them at friends and family members houses. A house is so empty without a furry companion. I would love to help make it so families can go on their trips with one less stress. I know it can be difficult entrusting someone with your furry child, I would be glad to put your mind at ease. I am very quick to respond if you have any questions or concerns. I will gladly update you with txt, photos, and/or videos of your loved one. I live at home with my husband, and 3 children (11y/o, 8y/o, and 4y/o). We have 3 dogs of our own, they are very social! My children love helping out with the animals we have at home and the ones we are lucky enough to have come visit. We give your animals plenty of love and affection while you're away. We do not have a fenced in yard however we do live in a neighborhood with sidewalks, we love taking strolls.. the more the merrier :-) We'd love to have your furry friend come stay with us! I do work full time however my employer is extremely flexible with my schedule and I am home on the weekends. Between myself, our dogs, and the kids - your pet will never be bored! :-) I will care for your pet just as they're my own. They will be included in family movie nights on the couch and family walks around the neighborhood. You will get updates on how/what they are doing, whether it be txt or photo/video. For drop ins - I will be respectful of your home, I'll be sure to lock up when leaving, follow the instructions given (plus give extra snuggles), and give updates through txt, photo/video.
“Olivia did an amazing job! She sent pictures and videos daily. She texted with a few really good concerns and was extremely proactive. She even left us a card and little gift to welcome us home. I really can’t say enough great things about her!”
About: Hi my name is Elise and I have 2 dogs one being a beagle fox terrior mix and the other a toy poodle. The beagle is a senior who I've had since I was little that I've always taken care of and the other is a toy poodle who is a few years younger who I also care for. I have great experience with senior and young dogs and handle then both with the best possible care for their needs. I've always had a huge heart when it comes to animals. I have been taking care of friends, families, and my own pets since I was little and have always found such joy in it. I volunteered at a pet shelter for a short amount of time when I was younger and have taken care of all different kinds of animals going from a tortoise all the way to a horse. I have taken care of Golden Doodles, Labs, Golden Retrievers, and a St. Benard. I am so thrilled that I will be able to take care of more animals which I love doing! I'm currently working part time and I am taking college course online so I have plenty of time to take care and hang out with your fur babies! When I do work it's only 5 hour shifts and I only work 3 days a week evening shifts so I have a lot of availability throughout my week leaving a wider selection of times and hours I can see your fur babies. I have a huge yard that my pups get to play in far from any road so they have plenty of safe space to roam but either on or off a tether. My toy poodle loves playing fetch so I am constantly outside playing with her, my senior dog used to enjoy it too now he spends his time relaxing so he always gets the best snuggles and scratches. I'm always looking after my furry friends constantly and can't imagine doing anything without them and can't wait to share my love with yours.
“Julia was great to my boys! She was responsive and gave us great peace of mind while we were away for the night. She even got my stubborn dog to take his medicine which I struggle to do sometimes 🤣 Thanks Julia!!!!”
“Holly was great with our Beagle. She communicated and sent pictures. She asked questions which I appreciated. She stayed at our home and took great care of everything. Harley seemed happy and relaxed when we returned. I would highly recommend Holly.”
“Michelle watched our babies during our wedding weekend! She was amazing and we were able to relax and really enjoy our wedding without worrying about our babies. We also have a dog with reactive issues and she was great with her. We highly recommend Michelle and our dogs love her!”
“Took great care of my cat (Coco) and turtle (Myrtle). Even went to extra efforts to make sure Coco got her meds in a timely manner. I'll be hiring Nathan again in the near future!”
“Tyler stayed at our house with our two dogs. He was easy to communicate with about scheduling and always responded quickly about how things were going while we were away.”
“Taylor was so great with my cat! My cat is usually very scared around new people, but she warmed up to Taylor right away. It was nice to no worry about her while I was away for a little while. Thanks!”
“Maria house sat and watched our pups while we were gone a few days. Our dogs are not easy but Maria did a wonderful job providing daily updates. We came home to a well kept home and two happy pups. Thanks so much, Maria!”
About: Ive had dogs ever since i was little so i have a lot of experience! i currently have 5 dogs and a cat that i love to take on walks and care for. i would be thrilled to help others and care for their pets when needed. feel free to reach out! I am in college and have a part time job, during weekends and summer i'm pretty open but during the week days of the school year, timing may have to be flexable I only care for animals outside of my house due to all the pets i have in my home ! i can give food and water, oral medications, take on walks, and prepare mental stimulating games for high energy dogs
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Lori H.Star Sitter
“Second stay with Lori, and again an amazing experience. So thoughtful to my furry kids needs, takes my worries away when I'm on the road and away from them.”
Sarah P.
Star Sitter
“Sarah was absolutely great! She is great at communication both before and during the day, kept the house clean, and most importantly kept the animals safe while we were away. We are looking forward to using Sarah in the future!”
Kaitlyn R.Star Sitter
“Kaitlyn was amazing with our dog! She sent pictures and updates through the entire trip and even left him some treats afterwards. Highly recommend!”
Konnie L.Star Sitter
“Konnie took great care and went above and beyond with my two dogs and two cats. She was as communicative as I needed and my pets loved her. I would recommend her for caring for your pets and will be booking with her again!”
Kayla S.
“Kayla was great with my older dog. She made Sadie feel comfortable immediately and gained her trust to administer her needed eye medications. I would definitely book her again in the future!”
Kylie B.
“Kylie was a wonderful doggie sitter. My babies loved her and I know they were taken care of very well. She did all of the extras which I hadn’t expected. We cannot wait to have her here again. :)”
Cassie G.Star Sitter
“Cassie watched my beloved dog Bentley, when I was away on vacation. She sent us many pictures and updates throughout the day when she could. He got so many snuggles, and play time with her doggos as well. When we came home he didn’t even want to leave her house! we will definitely be boarding with her again ❤️”
Melissa W.
“Melissa was great and kept me updated with texts, pics and even a video! Would definitely book her again 😊”
Olivia F.Star Sitter
“Olivia did an amazing job! She sent pictures and videos daily. She texted with a few really good concerns and was extremely proactive. She even left us a card and little gift to welcome us home. I really can’t say enough great things about her!”
Elise G.
“Elise has taken such great care of my cat gator. She is very sweet and always keeps me updated which is important to me. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who wants their pets to be well taken care of.”
Julia C.Star Sitter
“Julia was great to my boys! She was responsive and gave us great peace of mind while we were away for the night. She even got my stubborn dog to take his medicine which I struggle to do sometimes 🤣 Thanks Julia!!!!”
Holly M.
“Holly was great with our Beagle. She communicated and sent pictures. She asked questions which I appreciated. She stayed at our home and took great care of everything. Harley seemed happy and relaxed when we returned. I would highly recommend Holly.”
Seth S.
“Seth was great!”
Michelle R.
“Michelle watched our babies during our wedding weekend! She was amazing and we were able to relax and really enjoy our wedding without worrying about our babies. We also have a dog with reactive issues and she was great with her. We highly recommend Michelle and our dogs love her!”
Nathan K.
“Took great care of my cat (Coco) and turtle (Myrtle). Even went to extra efforts to make sure Coco got her meds in a timely manner. I'll be hiring Nathan again in the near future!”
Tyler F.
“Tyler stayed at our house with our two dogs. He was easy to communicate with about scheduling and always responded quickly about how things were going while we were away.”
Sherry I.
“She did awesome. She took her for walks and took the dog park. She tired our dog out. Will be using her again.”
Taylor A.
“Taylor was so great with my cat! My cat is usually very scared around new people, but she warmed up to Taylor right away. It was nice to no worry about her while I was away for a little while. Thanks!”
Maria C.Star Sitter
“Maria house sat and watched our pups while we were gone a few days. Our dogs are not easy but Maria did a wonderful job providing daily updates. We came home to a well kept home and two happy pups. Thanks so much, Maria!”
zoey v.
“Ever since I have know zoey she has loved pets and animals and has had many of her own. She also worked at Pet Supplies Plus due to her passion. With this she has to constantly take care of all of the animals in the facility. She is actually staying at my house to watch my 3 dogs while my family is on vacation. My mom instantly thought of Zoey due to her love of animals, reliability, and how responsible she is.”
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House Sitting FAQs
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Portage Lakes on Rover as of Aug 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 Aug 2025, there are 616 house sitters in Portage Lakes. 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, 87% of Portage Lakes house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Portage Lakes have an average of 16 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Lakes.
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 Lakes 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.
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