House Sitting in Porter
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1. Savannah W.

“Savannah is the most loving and sweet dog sitter! We had her overnight caring for our mini doodle-and when we came home-he did not even run to us-he stayed right by her side and was happy, content, and for the first time ever, he was not depressed while we were gone. So glad we found her!!”


2. David R.

“David did a great job with all of our animals and kept in good contact the whole time we were gone with photos and updates. It eased our minds substantially while out of town for the holidays. We will definitely be booking again!”


3. Heather J.


“It was such a wonderful feeling coming home and seeing how well not just my pups, but also my home was taken care of. Highly recommend Heather for peace of mind and will definitely use again.”


4. Emily G.


“Emily and her little chihuahua stayed at our home for a week taking care of our dachshund and cat. She did a wonderful job with the animals and also took really good care of the house. I could hardly tell that she was here when we got back. We will definitely use her again!”


5. Ella V.


“Ella took great care of our puppies, house-sitting while we were out of town. She fed/walked the dogs as requested and even brought in our mail, shoveled the snow in the driveway and took the garbage out before leaving! Truly a gem ✨”


6. Dylan B.
About: I’ve always been around pets since I was little, whether it be dogs, cats, etc. I know how to care for them. I started doing Rover about 4 years ago, but had to stop due personal reasons and now I’m back on here. I have done multiple sittings before, so I can assure you I know what I’m doing and you will be pleased. I have worked with all types of dogs/cats. Pictures included in my profile: My own dog, some of the pets ( not all) that I have sat for, and pictures of myself. Just graduated from college a couple months ago. Still on the market for a job, so I am available every day of the week as of right now. Once I get a job, my schedule will change. I have a lot of experience with oral medication and shots with my own pets, so If you need that as well it won’t be a problem. I’ve had to crate my dogs before so I could do the same with yours if needed. I like to walk my dogs a lot and be very active with them, so if that’s what you need then i’m your guy.


7. Kimberly V.

“Our Micki took to Kimberly right away. Our dog can always recognize a fellow dog lover. We received many photos and videos while we were away, which made us feel really good. When we got home, Micki was happy and tired from having so much fun. Thank you Kimberly for treating our dog like the queen she is.”


8. Madison E.
About: Having grown up with many different pets has made me very passionate about their care. I have worked in daycare, boarding, and am a certified dog grooming academy graduate. I am currently working as a dog groomer with a part time flexible schedule. My availability is most days anytime after 11am. Same day booking is okay as well. Treating others as you would like to be treated is my lifetime motto. Your fur babies will be given caring treatment as if they were my own.


9. Erica M.
“Erica did a great job caring for dog and our visiting grand-dog. She was great with recognizing that our Bulldog was most comfortable and that our daughter's young Bernidoodle was a bit more timid. She loved on them both using different skills. She was even able to manage to feed them together by distracting the bulldog when she finished eating in a fraction of the time it took the Berni to eat, and she managed to et them both to exercise even with their different needs. They both loved her.”


10. Chloee R.

“We just had our first experience with Chloee. We are very pleased. She is very responsive and easy going. She arrived on time and kept us up to date while we were away. We came home to happy dogs and that’s all we could hope for. We will use her again for sure.”


11. Jack W.
“Jack is a dedicated man, a person can count on, he takes all commitments seriously. Jack is known as a patient teacher. He watches and listens attentively to his student, human and animal friends to find out their comfort level to gain his trust. But all in all he is kind and very caring person admired and loved.”


12. Meredith M.
“I highly recommend Meredith as a pet sitter. She has taken care of my dog, Starsky and cats Milo and Scratch for 5 years. Whether for the day, weekend, business trip or vacation she has always been dependable, dedicated and keeps to their schedules. My pets love her! Meredith always has a treat for each one and lots of hugs and kisses. If she needs to give one of the animals medication, no problem. You won't be disappointed if you hire Meredith. I give her five stars!! Cathy D.”


13. Ashlyn P.
“Ashlyn is both caring and responsible, with a lifetime of experience working with and loving animals. She is reliable, a good communicator, and trustworthy. She goes the extra mile daily to take care of her own senior dog, and I can guarantee she will do the same for other people’s furry friends.”


14. Keely T.
About: Hi I have been taking car of animals for 3 years now! I would love to help you out and make your pets feel right at home! I have school for a few hours a day and then I am free to care for and love for all of your animals u! I walk my dogs on super long walks! I also feed them and refill their water often! I always make sure to play with my dogs and give them cuddles!


15. Alyssa W.
About: I have taken care of dogs of every kind and size since I was 10 years old! I love every dog like they are my own. Friends and Family have relied on me to walk, look after, feed and love their dogs :) I have flexibility within my job that I’m free through out the day to take care of your animals 😊 I can’t wait to meet your fur baby and help you with any pet needs you may need! I have a large backyard and long leashes for your pup to walk around and enjoy nature and go potty. I have extra walking leashes as well.


16. Jordan B.
“Jordan has been watching out dogs for years. He's always been great at being on time, showing our dogs the care they need, and responsible to take care of our home at the same time. Highly recommend.”


17. Makinzy R.

“We were in a pinch when the day of our sitter for our fur babies was canceled. We were already out of town when a hour before the sitter was suppose to start canceled. We panicked wondering who would watch them and this amazing person stepped up very last minute. We are thankful!!”


18. Kyle P.
About: I’ve been around dogs my whole life I helped raise my parents dog, a four year-old Australian Shepherd named Eddy. I’ve dog sit and watched family and friends dogs, majority of my life. I really enjoy getting exercise and spending quality time with other peoples dogs, being able to socialize with them, play with them and get as much joy from them as I can. Im free in the afternoons Monday- Sunday. Also evenings my schedule is flexible. I live in Chesterton dune land area. I’m a animal lover but dogs are my favorite animals in general. I’ve got experience with many different breeds. From behavioral training - teaching dogs how to do tricks. From bathing and waking running swimming, I’ve got experience working with aggressive rescue to watching multiple dogs. I’m eager to help them no matter what the situation calls for. Thanks -Kyle. I’m currently working part time so I have extra time to earn extra income doing something I really love. It’s truly a dream job for me. I helped rise my parents 4 year old Australian Shepherd, i trained my dog to stay in the proximity of the yard when he was six months old he does not need a leash when we go on walks he stays by my side or within 100 yards. I’m very fortunate that I trained him early on at a young age so he knows the perimeter of the yard. He’ll also sit an watch the other neighborhood. Dogs play. He does not go into the their yards. He just sits at the perimeter of my yard and watches them play This is one something I’m extremely proud of.


19. Jenna S.
About: Ever since I can remember, I have had an intense love for all animals, mostly the fun and furry ones - dogs, cats, rabbits, horses, etc. I have had my fair share of pets, as well as experience dog sitting for many close friends. I will provide your pets with a fun experience, while dedicating my full attention to them while they are in my care. I can't wait to meet your furry friend! I work a full-time job as a music teacher at a local college, but I want to earn a little extra cash on the side and spend time with animals, since my current living situation doesn't allow me to have a pet of my own. My most available hours would be early mornings, late afternoons, or evenings/nights. I cannot currently have pets in my home. I live on campus in an apartment with a no-pets policy. In the future, I may be able to change this.


20. Olivia P.
About: With 5 years of experience in pet sitting, I've developed a passion for providing top-notch care to furry friends of all shapes and sizes. Thank you for your consideration. I'm currently looking for a side job, I am a full-time college student. I have been pet sitting for my neighbors for years and I thoroughly enjoy it. I will care for your pet if I take it out for walks, playing with them, and giving them treats. Making sure they get some exercise.
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Porter on Rover as of Mar 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 Mar 2025, there are 175 house sitters in Porter. 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, 90% of Porter house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Porter have an average of 17 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 Porter.
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. Porter 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.
