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“James was very comfortable with our dog and our dog was comfortable with him. He gave him lots of attention and exercise. James is also very nice, flexible and accommodating especially since we had a last minute request. I very much appreciated his help!”
About: I love all kinds of animals! I have a pointer/lab mix and mini dauschund of my own, and they are my tag alongs for all sorts of adventures! I also had a variety of frogs, lizards, hamsters, guinea pigs when I was growing up. Most notably, my bearded dragon Cricket who lived to be 16 years old! Additionally, I have experience pet-sitting and dog walking for family members as well as friends and neighbors. I have helped friends with their chickens and other farm animals as well! I live a very active lifestyle and love hiking and swimming, both alone as well as with four-legged friends. I am currently running a small bagel business 2-3 days a week. Outside of a select couple of mornings, my availability is fairly open and flexible! I have a lot of experience with energetic dogs and bring a calm energy to my interactions with them. I respect animals personal space and allow them to approach me when they are comfortable. Most dogs i have met are very comfortable with me because of body language!
“This is the second time Michelle has stayed with our two pups and we came home to two happy, well-cared for pets and a spotless home. It is very nice to have a dependable sitter and sets my mind at ease while away from home!”
“This woman is amazing! Amy stayed at my place with my little chihuahua Pippin while I was gone for a week in Hawaii and she took the best care of both my apartment and my pup! Pippin is usually very standoffish and takes a while to warm up to new people, but within the first 24 hours Amy sent me pics of her and Pip snuggling on the couch together. She sent more pics throughout her stay, and was also super great about giving Pip her daily meds. If I weren't moving away I would definitely have be my go to sitter. She's the best :)”
“Carissa was absolutely great! She was on time, communicated and responded quickly, and left the house in immaculate shape. Her love of dogs was obvious and our dog was content and healthy when we returned. I would highly recommend Carissa and would happily use her services again.”
“I can’t say enough good things about Katherine’s stay with our Bode. She is amazing. Loved the daily updates and she is so sweet and very responsive and communicative. Bode loves her and misses her already.”
“Lorretta treated our lab, Sophie, like a queen! She enjoyed lots of walks and snuggles! We were kept up to date on all their adventures which was wonderful. We will definitely have Lorreta come back and stay with Sophie in the future.”
About: I have had about 16 years of experience with pets. I absolutely love animals! I feel an incredible connection with “fur babies.” I feel that animals have an innate sense of what humans feel and understand. I will care for your “fur baby” as if he or she were my own. I will also, communicate and send messages, pictures, videos and to inform you of how your “fur baby” is doing. I do work a full-time job during the week. However, I am available full-time on weekends. I can begin to watch your “baby” at 5:pm or 6:30 pm during the week. During the week I can drop in twice a day. I am also able to watch your pet at night during the week. I can take care of your “fur baby” in their own home, which helps with security and comfort. The priority of your pet is my main focus.
“Erin was great with our German Shepherd Tug and Jo Jo our Min Pin. Always made sure they had exercise. Played fetch with Tug in our Creek. Always let us know how the day went, sent pictures and videos. Erin also was house sitting, the house was spotless when we got home. Thank you Erin for taking care of our fur babies and home. Paulette and Pat 🐾🐾”
“Bernice was wonderful with our dogs. We have an older small dog and a large 10-month-old puppy, and she was great with both of them. Excellent communicator and experienced dog person. We will absolutely use her again.”
“Maureen was amazing with the care of my golden retriever. She was a great communicator and was very observant when my dog had an unusual looking stool. She is very conscientious and we will absolutely use her again. Highly recommend!”
“Amanda was wonderful with our senior dog over the weekend. She kept him active at his appropriate level (short walks) and even included some special details to make her and his (the dog's) stay extra special, above and beyond what we expected. We would love to book Amanda again if we need overnight care for our dog in the future.”
“Jordan stayed with our 2 dogs while we were on vacation for a few days. She was so kind and updated me many times with how they were doing and pictures for us to see. She even tidied up and did laundry for us which blew me away! I felt great leaving our dogs with her and would request her again! 🙂”
“Didn’t actually have her come but backed out too late so paid anyway. She did show up to our meeting of my dogs. Her and her daughter were both very nice. Cheyenne also met me in her own time to return my house key. No complaints.”
“Stephanie and Scott took care of our dogs like they were their own. They had so much fun and were totally relaxed when we came home. We appreciated feeling totally trusting and at ease being away from our pups so much!”
About: I used to work at a vet clinic, so I am good with emergencies and handling special instructions. I am professional, organized, communicative and trustworthy. I work from home 99% of the time, so my schedule is extremely flexible and I’ll hang out with your pets as long as needed. What you say goes and you know what is best for your pet, so tell me what you need and I’ll happily make it happen.
“Amber is amazing. She was very attentive to my golden retriever, was very responsive whenever I reached out for updates and left house neat and tidy. Certainly hope she is available the next time a dog sitter is needed.”
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James C.
“James was very comfortable with our dog and our dog was comfortable with him. He gave him lots of attention and exercise. James is also very nice, flexible and accommodating especially since we had a last minute request. I very much appreciated his help!”
Emma K.
“Emma is one of the most hardworking and caring people I know. She is especially kind towards her furry friends who she treats with unconditional love and kindness. Emma has helped return lost pets to their owners and has even helped to find new homes for animals in rough situations. She would make a fantastic dog sitter.”
Michelle P.
“This is the second time Michelle has stayed with our two pups and we came home to two happy, well-cared for pets and a spotless home. It is very nice to have a dependable sitter and sets my mind at ease while away from home!”
Amy N.
“This woman is amazing! Amy stayed at my place with my little chihuahua Pippin while I was gone for a week in Hawaii and she took the best care of both my apartment and my pup! Pippin is usually very standoffish and takes a while to warm up to new people, but within the first 24 hours Amy sent me pics of her and Pip snuggling on the couch together. She sent more pics throughout her stay, and was also super great about giving Pip her daily meds. If I weren't moving away I would definitely have be my go to sitter. She's the best :)”
Carissa F.
“Carissa was absolutely great! She was on time, communicated and responded quickly, and left the house in immaculate shape. Her love of dogs was obvious and our dog was content and healthy when we returned. I would highly recommend Carissa and would happily use her services again.”
Katherine W.
“I can’t say enough good things about Katherine’s stay with our Bode. She is amazing. Loved the daily updates and she is so sweet and very responsive and communicative. Bode loves her and misses her already.”
Anna P.
“Anna was the perfect pet sitter! Kind, conscientious and attentive to my pup! I felt so relaxed knowing she was taking great care of everything. I will happily book Anna again!”
Lorretta R.
“Lorretta treated our lab, Sophie, like a queen! She enjoyed lots of walks and snuggles! We were kept up to date on all their adventures which was wonderful. We will definitely have Lorreta come back and stay with Sophie in the future.”
Tamara O.
“We have 2 fur babies that we spoil rotten. We moved to Traverse City three years ago and met Tamara. We were blessed to find someone that cares for our pets in a manner that allows us to be away from our home for days and not worry about them. Tamara has a unique love for pets, and we are so grateful for her service. We almost hate to share her. 😊”
Erin D.Star Sitter
“Erin was great with our German Shepherd Tug and Jo Jo our Min Pin. Always made sure they had exercise. Played fetch with Tug in our Creek. Always let us know how the day went, sent pictures and videos. Erin also was house sitting, the house was spotless when we got home. Thank you Erin for taking care of our fur babies and home. Paulette and Pat 🐾🐾”
Bernice D.
“Bernice was wonderful with our dogs. We have an older small dog and a large 10-month-old puppy, and she was great with both of them. Excellent communicator and experienced dog person. We will absolutely use her again.”
Maureen B.
“Maureen was amazing with the care of my golden retriever. She was a great communicator and was very observant when my dog had an unusual looking stool. She is very conscientious and we will absolutely use her again. Highly recommend!”
Amanda C.
“Amanda was wonderful with our senior dog over the weekend. She kept him active at his appropriate level (short walks) and even included some special details to make her and his (the dog's) stay extra special, above and beyond what we expected. We would love to book Amanda again if we need overnight care for our dog in the future.”
Jordan H.
“Jordan stayed with our 2 dogs while we were on vacation for a few days. She was so kind and updated me many times with how they were doing and pictures for us to see. She even tidied up and did laundry for us which blew me away! I felt great leaving our dogs with her and would request her again! 🙂”
Cheyenne N.
Star Sitter
“Didn’t actually have her come but backed out too late so paid anyway. She did show up to our meeting of my dogs. Her and her daughter were both very nice. Cheyenne also met me in her own time to return my house key. No complaints.”
Stephanie & Scott L.
“Stephanie and Scott took care of our dogs like they were their own. They had so much fun and were totally relaxed when we came home. We appreciated feeling totally trusting and at ease being away from our pups so much!”
Elizabeth G.
“I have had the pleasure of knowing Elizabeth for over 10yrs. She is more than a caregiver for my fur babies. She is like family to us and more importantly, them! Flexible and dependable, always. Highly recommend!!”
Michelle M.
“Michelle was amazing with our boys they love her!! Highly recommend! Overall an amazing experience I know Zeus and Comet will look forward to seeing Michelle in the future!”
Amber L.
“Amber is amazing. She was very attentive to my golden retriever, was very responsive whenever I reached out for updates and left house neat and tidy. Certainly hope she is available the next time a dog sitter is needed.”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Rapid City on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $55 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 98 house sitters in Rapid City. 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, 93% of Rapid City house sitters respond in under an hour.
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 Rapid City.
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. Rapid City 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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