House Sitting Rice
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“Marilyn was absolutely amazing, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring sitter. From the very beginning, she communicated exceptionally well, was incredibly organized, and immediately made me feel comfortable leaving my dog in her care. I have a senior Chihuahua who requires a lot of patience, understanding, and personal space, and Marilyn took the time to learn his personality and understand what he was comfortable with rather than trying to rush the process. It was clear that she genuinely cared about making him feel safe and secure. She kept me updated, was attentive to his needs, and handled him with so much patience and kindness. Knowing he was with someone who respected his boundaries and took the time to earn his trust gave me complete peace of mind. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Marilyn did an outstanding job, and I would absolutely book with her again.”


“Sandi did such a great job cat sitting with my cat while I was away. She sent photos and played with my cat and was very reliable. She also left the place very clean and was very responsive to my many texts! Thank you Sandi!”

“Brenda took wonderful care of my girls, Kallie and Missy, while I was away. She is kind, dependable, and attentive, and my cats absolutely love her! She also made sure Kallie received her oral medication as needed. I felt completely comfortable knowing they were in such good hands. I highly recommend Brenda for your pet care needs!”

“Lidia was absolutely wonderful! From the moment we met, I felt completely comfortable leaving my pet in her care. She was dependable, communicative, and clearly has a genuine love for animals. Throughout the stay, she provided updates, photos, and peace of mind, which meant so much to me. My pet was happy, well cared for, and clearly received plenty of attention and affection. Lidia went above and beyond to make sure everything was handled perfectly. If you’re looking for someone trustworthy, responsible, and kind to care for your furry family member, I cannot recommend Lidia highly enough. I will definitely be booking with her again!”

“Karli was great! We needed special care for one of the two doggies and Karli had no problem going the extra mile for her. She was very friendly and caring towards the dogs and tried extra hard to get our very skittish doggie to warm up to her. We will be using Karli again! ”

“Jill takes great care of me when my parents are away. She plays with me all the time and let's me snuggle with her on the sofa. I am excited to see her when she comes to stay at our house! Can't wait to see her next. Sniffs and licks, Higgins”

“Jennifer was absolutely wonderful! She had great communication throughout our trip and always responded quickly to messages. She shared lots of photos of our dogs, which really helped me not miss them so much while we were away. She kept them on their usual walk, meal, and medicine schedule, and made sure they got plenty of playtime and attention. When we came home, the house was spotless and the dogs were happy and relaxed. I’d definitely hire her again for pet sitting or walks. Highly recommend!”

“Khea was great! Did a pre-visit and had great communication, making me feel comfortable leaving my kitty in her care. You could tell she had a good understanding of animals and comforted my kitty through terrible storms super early one morning.”

About: My name is Angie. I currently work in the veterinary field with cats and dogs. I have worked in the large animal field as well in the past for farm animals. I have 3 dogs at home but have had cats, bearded dragons, fish, birds and even an african tortoise. I would love to meet some new furry (or even not so furry) friends. I would treat them like they are my own pets. I have a compassion for all living things and it's a passion I would like to pursue now that my children are older and I have some more free time. I do work at a vet hospital 4-5 days a week but other than work, I am available to pet sit in your home or just pop in for walks, feeding and cuddle time if that is all that is required for your pet. I have 3 large dogs at home who are my world. They are trained to stay in our yard or be on a lead outside. They all are on allergy specific diets and medications so I am no stranger to medical issues in dogs. I have also fostered everything from extra small puppies/dogs to extra large dogs.
About: I have 15 years of experience caring for dogs and cats of all ages, sizes, and personalities. As a full-time veterinary technician working in both general practice and emergency medicine, I work with pets every day and have experience recognizing signs of illness, administering medications, and helping animals feel safe and comfortable. I'm comfortable caring for: • Puppies and kittens • Senior pets • Large and small breeds • Anxious or shy pets • High-energy dogs • Pets with medical conditions • Pets recovering from hospitalization and surgery (following veterinarian instructions) If we're going for a walk, playing, sticking to a medication schedule, or just spending time together, I make sure every pet receives care and plenty of love. I'll also keep you updated with photos and messages so you always know how your pet is doing. My ultimate goal is to attend veterinary school, so getting exposure to helping owners is one of my biggest passions. I treat every pet like they're family while giving you peace of mind that they're in knowledgeable, caring hands. Pet care fits naturally into my weekly routine because I work as a veterinary technician and genuinely enjoy spending my free time with animals. I'm available after work on weekdays and have greater flexibility on my days off for walks and drop-in visits. It’s my priority to provide reliable care that keeps your pet comfortable and maintain their usual routine. When caring for pets in their own home, my goal is to keep their routine as normal and stress-free as possible. I will carefully follow your instructions regarding feeding, walks, potty breaks, playtime, medications, and any special care your pet may need :) Because I’m a veterinary technician, I'm able to recognize changes in a pet's behavior or health and can provide medication administration if needed according to your vet’s instructions. I always prioritize your pet's safety, comfort, and well-being while respecting your home and keeping everything clean and tidy! During each visit, I'll make sure your pet gets plenty of attention, affection, and enrichment based on their personality and energy level. I'll also send regular updates and photos so you can have peace of mind knowing your baby is happy and well cared for while you're away. I treat every pet as if they were my own and want to build trust with both you and your pet through reliable, compassionate care.

“Daniela is great!! This was our 2nd time to hire Daniela to stay with our dogs while we were away and I knew they were in great hands. She arrived on time and was communicative. We look forward to booking Daniela again in the future.”

“Sarah was absolutely amazing and so hands on with our fur babies! our girl bella can become anxious when left alone and Sarah was there all night with her to comfort and take care of her. we also came home to our house immaculate and so clean!! i cannot recommend sarah enough!!”

“This was my first time using Rover and my first time ever leaving Pete with someone I didn’t personally know, so I was definitely nervous. Emilee immediately made me feel comfortable and confident from the start. I was out of state for 5 days and she sent constant updates, which gave me so much peace of mind the entire trip. I just got back and Pete is happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. I couldn’t have asked for a better first experience I would absolutely book with Emilee again and highly recommend her to anyone!”

About: Hi! My name is Liz. With over a decade of experience caring for animals, I have worked with dogs of various breeds, sizes, and ages. I’m attentive to routines and individual needs, including senior care and special instructions. I offer drop-in visits and dog walking, and I’m happy to take dogs to their preferred park if that’s something they enjoy. My schedule is flexible, and I focus on providing consistent, safe, and thoughtful care, along with clear communication, so you can feel confident your dog is in good hands while you’re away. Thank you for considering me to care for your pet. I’d be happy to answer any questions you may have. 🐾 My schedule is pretty flexible right now, so I am available any time of the day to make sure your pet is happy and cared for. I offer drop in visits and dog walking. I will take them to dog park of choice if that is an activity they enjoy as well. I know how important my fur-baby is to me and that I only want the very best for her, so I appreciate you considering me to watch yours!

About: I’m a huge dog lover and have two small dogs of my own, so I know how much trust goes into leaving your pets with someone else! I’ve also pet sat for friends and family over the years and genuinely love getting to know each dog and their personality. Whether it’s going on walks, playing, sticking to their usual routine, or just giving them lots of love and attention, I’m happy to make sure your pup feels comfortable and cared for while you’re away. I’ll treat them just like I would my own! I go on several walks throughout the day and would love to have a pup join me! As a college student, my schedule is pretty flexible, so I’m home often and have plenty of time to give your pet the attention, exercise, and company they need. I care for every pet with the same attention and love I give my own dogs. I’m very attentive to their needs and make sure they’re getting plenty of attention, affection, playtime, and exercise throughout the day and have my own fenced yard. I know every dog has their own personality and routine, so I’m happy to adjust to what makes them feel most comfortable, whether that means lots of walks and playtime or simply having someone nearby to keep them company. My goal is always to make sure they feel safe, happy, and cared for while they’re with me!
About: I’ve worked in veterinary medicine for over 30 years and I’ve really enjoyed pet sitting for select clients along the way. I recently retired in May after 25 years working for a veterinary dermatology specialist and I’m missing being around all the animals so much. For the past six years I have been fortunate enough to pet sit for one family for four months out of the year in the summertime and have thoroughly enjoyed it. Because of my veterinary experience, I specialize in dogs with medical needs, food sensitivities, and dogs that suffer from separation and other types of anxieties. I do not have any pets of my own, so all my attention is devoted to your fur babies. After a long career in veterinary medicine, I retired in May and am currently taking college courses online. My flexible schedule allows me to offer in-home care and companionship for your pets throughout my stay. I’m available seven days a week, including holidays, and can spend my days with your pets rather than leaving them alone for extended periods. I believe keeping pets comfortable in their familiar surroundings, with their usual routines and plenty of companionship, makes for a much happier experience while their owners are away. I provide personalized, attentive care in my client’s home, ensuring pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their owners are away. With over 30 years of veterinary experience, I understand the importance of maintaining familiar routines, recognizing changes in behavior or health, and providing a safe, stress-free environment. I follow each pet’s individual schedule, including feeding, walks, exercise, playtime, medications, and any special care instructions. I have extensive experience caring for senior pets, administering medications, and accommodating pets with medical conditions or special needs. I really do believe pets are happiest when their routines remain consistent and they receive plenty of companionship, affection, and individual attention. I treat every client’s home with the same care and respect as my own, maintaining a clean, secure, and comfortable environment.
The median cost per night for house sitting in Rice is $45
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Rice
Maia was phenomenal with our two dachshunds. She was very attentive to all of their needs and followed their routines very well. She gave many updates and we were not worried at all when we left. One of them was a puppy and she did great with him also. I would highly recommend her and trust her with our babies!!!

Brenda took wonderful care of my girls, Kallie and Missy, while I was away. She is kind, dependable, and attentive, and my cats absolutely love her! She also made sure Kallie received her oral medication as needed. I felt completely comfortable knowing they were in such good hands. I highly recommend Brenda for your pet care needs!

Lillian was absolutely wonderful. She gave us true peace of mind while we were on our anniversary trip. We’ve never hired a sitter before for our dog and cat and she was great with multiple daily updates, pictures of the boys and very responsive to our texts. Highly recommend her!!

Kendall was great with my 3 Frenchies! Before the visit she was great with communication. She showed up on time. Most importantly she took great care of the dogs, and our fish too! She was never gone for more than a couple of hours, which was one of my most important requests. Very happy with our experience.

Melissa did a fantastic job taking care of our furbabies while we were overseas and communicated with us daily to send us pictures and give us updates on their day. We previously had always had family house and pet sit for us while we were away, but due to a medical issue, we were left trying to find someone we felt comfortable with given the long time away as well as the fact that our 3 dogs (and less so 2 cats) can be a bit of a handful. We also came home to a clean and organized house which was a fantastic way to return. We now have comfort knowing we have someone trustworthy and caring nearby whenever we need her.

Sofi did an amazing job watching my dog and cat! She sent daily updates and pictures, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. She even left the sweetest hand-drawn portrait of my pets! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would absolutely book with her again.

Sandi has taken care of our two Pomeranians at our home numerous times and she has always done an excellent job. Our puppies always look so happy in every picture update she sends us. She always takes wonderful care of our home as well, leaving it cleaner than when she arrived. Would recommend her to anybody I know that needs a trustworthy, reliable pet sitter.

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