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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Heather was wonderful with Dakoda and Callie! She took great care of our dogs, was respectful of our home, and was super responsive whenever we checked in. She was a pleasure to work with, and we will definitely be booking again!”
“Katie took amazing care of our boy! My neighbors keep bragging on her and want her contact info for their own pets! She is prompt and let him go out and play with his dog friends every time they were outside! Thank you Katie, you are awesome!”
“Allison was great with our two dogs while we were away! She was very responsive, and we felt at ease leaving her with our dogs and our home as well. We are new to the area so having to find a new dog/house sitter was stressful, but we are so relieved to have found her! She was very responsible and the dogs seemed to be happy when we returned. We will definitely be using Allison again!”
“Shelby Ann took excellent care of Teddy. She followed his routine and gave us updates while we were gone. We will definitely use her as a dog sitter again and we are so thrilled that we found her!”
About: I was responsible for caring for my childhood senior dog. She was a small chihuahua mix that I was responsible for walking, feeding and giving oral medications. I also cared for a family friend’s two German Shorthaired Pointer’s for a week. My responsibilities included feeding, walking, crating and administering oral medications! I currently work full-time but have a flexible schedule that allows me to check-in on pets during the morning and evening. However, I can provide longer check-ins during the weekend and have no standing/recurring commitments during the weekend. As someone who has owned pets before, I am well aware of the safety precautions needed. I make sure that my home is pet-proof by making sure my plants are out of reach and any dangerous chemicals. I also have experience with crating dogs.
About: I have taken care of dogs within my household for 15 years now, with the additional walking & house sitting for neighbors! I recently started pet walking & sitting in Blacksburg this year and have had such a blast! As an incoming vet student this fall, I will bring an expertise and view that will be beneficial for the pet in their environment and for the owners. I am so motivated to support owners with their schedules by sitting or walking! I’m currently working part-time throughout the summer, and have time within the day to complete walks for your pets! I am also available to pet sit in-home for you if needed; preferably not Monday-Wednesday, but I am flexible! I always start off my sessions with building a connection with the pet prior. If possible, I like to meet prior to needing my services to socialize myself with the pet, so that trust can be gained. Once this is done, I love to play with the pets and cuddle them so that they feel secure! I love taking photos of the pets during walks to send to the owners, as this reassures them!
About: Ever since I was born I had an animal right by my side . I have learned to take care of animals and provide for them. I have taken care of friends, family and neighbors pets in the past. I also have worked at a dog daycare called tail chasers so I have experience with big dog groups. I’m good with cats as well . I’m experienced with walking multiple dogs at a time because I got 3 myself. I’m currently working 3:30 am to 12:00 pm so I will have plenty time to spend with your animals. I’m free on the weekends as well . Willing to come to your place to house sit and take care of your animals. I have done that in the past for people. Willing to also stop by and give water, food and walks with some play time on the side .
“A friend recommended Tilly, and she was so so sweet and my boy was immediately super comfortable with her! She sent me so many pictures though out the weekend and was really good at communicating and caring for him!! :)”
“Amberly was amazing! She stay at our house for a 10 day trip, and she took great care of my 2 dogs. She communicated very well and sent me photos. My dogs are my life, so it was so nice not having to worry about them while we were gone! ❤️”
“I was amazed at how quickly Chauncey (our rescue dachsshnd) warmed up the Nancye. She has this innate ability to know a dog and his needs, placing that as top priority. She texted with pictures often, I left home for a much needed few days away without a worry at all. HIGHLY recommend and feel sure we'll want Nancye to pet/house sit for us again--SOON!”
“Gracie is wonderful! She is very knowledgeable about dogs and their behaviors, and made sure our dogs had a good time while we were away. She sent lots of pictures so we would know they were in good hands and we’ll definitely have her back again.”
About: I’ve grown a loving and interested heart towards dogs but have a love for lots of different pets! I’m great at caring for more than cats and dogs:) I am currently working part time as a nanny/ babysitter and am looking for more ways to spend time with all kinds of pets :) All pets I’ve had throughout my life have all freely roamed when appropriate and have been in a crate when needed:) Depending on the owners preferences I will do what they are comfortable with for their pets!
“The somewhat desperate feeling of having your dog’s boarding plan fall through lands you on Rover.com just days before you’re supposed to leave town. This is not where I wanted to be – having to let a stranger watch my home and dog, handing over the keys and saying prayers. Instead, I said a prayer first, and I landed on the smiling face of Deann. She was an angel! Confident, prepared, kind, experienced, the list of good qualities goes on and on. I immediately felt at ease and our dog took to her as soon as she walked in our door for our introduction. Deann took pictures, communicated, and provided text updates at least once a day and I stopped worrying. That’s maybe the best compliment I can post here – I stopped worrying and had a great time on our trip because Deann had it completely under control.”
“Kelly was absolutely amazing! She took care of our dog like she was her own and watered our garden as well! It was wonderful to enjoy our vacation without having to worry about our dog. I cannot say enough good things and she will definitely be our first call next time we are going out of town!”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs of all breeds and sizes for over several years, including seniors, and special needs pets. Neighbors, friends, and family trust me to walk, feed, bathe, and provide plenty of playtime and affection. I focus on making each pet feel safe, loved, and happy while keeping owners updated with photos and messages I’m a college student working part-time, which gives me plenty of flexibility to care for pets. I’m available on weekends and most weekdays after 3:30 PM or sometimes earlier depending on my schedule, with lots of time for walks and playtime. I care for pets in their own home where they feel most comfortable. I follow your routines closely, provide regular updates, and make sure your pet gets plenty of exercise, play, and affection while you’re away.
“I had a good experience with Natasha watching my 2 dogs in my home over the Thanksgiving holiday. She texted me every day, always before I texted her, to update me and let me know they were ok and things were going well. She left the house very clean and the dogs looked great and seemed happy when I got home!”
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Heather J.Star Sitter
“Heather was wonderful with Dakoda and Callie! She took great care of our dogs, was respectful of our home, and was super responsive whenever we checked in. She was a pleasure to work with, and we will definitely be booking again!”
Katie C.
“Katie took amazing care of our boy! My neighbors keep bragging on her and want her contact info for their own pets! She is prompt and let him go out and play with his dog friends every time they were outside! Thank you Katie, you are awesome!”
Allison A.
Star Sitter
“Allison was great with our two dogs while we were away! She was very responsive, and we felt at ease leaving her with our dogs and our home as well. We are new to the area so having to find a new dog/house sitter was stressful, but we are so relieved to have found her! She was very responsible and the dogs seemed to be happy when we returned. We will definitely be using Allison again!”
Shelby Ann P.
“Shelby Ann took excellent care of Teddy. She followed his routine and gave us updates while we were gone. We will definitely use her as a dog sitter again and we are so thrilled that we found her!”
Phoenix J.
“Phoenix was great with my dog. Very responsible and communicative. Kept me updated and gave my dog so much love and attention. I highly recommend her.”
Dayna Gael W.
“Dayna’s parents have a dog which she takes care of when she is home and has cat of her own! She takes care of other friends’ cats while they are gone! She is a sweet and caring person that will provide attentive care to your feline friend or canine pal!”
Gillian B.
“Gillian was great with my dog and cat! Sent pictures and updates multiple times a day. 10/10 would recommend to take care of your pets!”
Brandon D.
“Brandon is truly one of a kind when it comes to caring for pets. From the moment he walked through the door, our dog Teddy absolutely fell in love with him—and honestly, so did we! Brandon has an incredibly calming and loving presence that animals seem to pick up on right away. We were especially amazed at how quickly he bonded with our notoriously feisty chihuahua. It usually takes ages for her to warm up to new people, but Brandon had her eating out of his hand (literally!) in no time. He’s also one of the most trustworthy and responsible people we’ve ever had care for our pets. He’s respectful of our home, always communicates clearly, and goes above and beyond to make sure our dogs feel safe and loved. Knowing he’s heading to vet school just reinforces what we already knew—he’s made for this. Highly, highly recommend Brandon. Your pets couldn’t be in better hands.”
Sarah T.
“Sarah Thompson has always loved animals of all kinds! She has the experience and knowledge to help keep your pets safe and well cared for!”
Tilly C.
“A friend recommended Tilly, and she was so so sweet and my boy was immediately super comfortable with her! She sent me so many pictures though out the weekend and was really good at communicating and caring for him!! :)”
Chris L.
“Chris was outstanding with our Peppermint.”
Amberly B.
“Amberly was amazing! She stay at our house for a 10 day trip, and she took great care of my 2 dogs. She communicated very well and sent me photos. My dogs are my life, so it was so nice not having to worry about them while we were gone! ❤️”
Nancye D.
“I was amazed at how quickly Chauncey (our rescue dachsshnd) warmed up the Nancye. She has this innate ability to know a dog and his needs, placing that as top priority. She texted with pictures often, I left home for a much needed few days away without a worry at all. HIGHLY recommend and feel sure we'll want Nancye to pet/house sit for us again--SOON!”
Gracie V.
“Gracie is wonderful! She is very knowledgeable about dogs and their behaviors, and made sure our dogs had a good time while we were away. She sent lots of pictures so we would know they were in good hands and we’ll definitely have her back again.”
Breeane M.
“Bree is one of the best people to care for your animals! I have seen her love, adore, & care for cats, dogs, chickens, & more!! She is full of joy and energy and will care for your animals like they are her own! She is very responsible and reliable and you will not be disappointed if you choose for to care for & watch your animals!”
Deann B.
“The somewhat desperate feeling of having your dog’s boarding plan fall through lands you on Rover.com just days before you’re supposed to leave town. This is not where I wanted to be – having to let a stranger watch my home and dog, handing over the keys and saying prayers. Instead, I said a prayer first, and I landed on the smiling face of Deann. She was an angel! Confident, prepared, kind, experienced, the list of good qualities goes on and on. I immediately felt at ease and our dog took to her as soon as she walked in our door for our introduction. Deann took pictures, communicated, and provided text updates at least once a day and I stopped worrying. That’s maybe the best compliment I can post here – I stopped worrying and had a great time on our trip because Deann had it completely under control.”
Kaytlin S.
“Kayt was absolutely amazing this weekend with my Sunny girl! 10/10 recommend her and will absolutely book again soon :) Thank you so much Kayt!!”
Kelly K.
“Kelly was absolutely amazing! She took care of our dog like she was her own and watered our garden as well! It was wonderful to enjoy our vacation without having to worry about our dog. I cannot say enough good things and she will definitely be our first call next time we are going out of town!”
Taylor H.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs of all breeds and sizes for over several years, including seniors, and special needs pets. Neighbors, friends, and family trust me to walk, feed, bathe, and provide plenty of playtime and affection. I focus on making each pet feel safe, loved, and happy while keeping owners updated with photos and messages I’m a college student working part-time, which gives me plenty of flexibility to care for pets. I’m available on weekends and most weekdays after 3:30 PM or sometimes earlier depending on my schedule, with lots of time for walks and playtime. I care for pets in their own home where they feel most comfortable. I follow your routines closely, provide regular updates, and make sure your pet gets plenty of exercise, play, and affection while you’re away.
Natasha S.Star Sitter
“I had a good experience with Natasha watching my 2 dogs in my home over the Thanksgiving holiday. She texted me every day, always before I texted her, to update me and let me know they were ok and things were going well. She left the house very clean and the dogs looked great and seemed happy when I got home!”
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Riner is $45
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Sitters in Riner average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Riner on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $45 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 171 house sitters in Riner. 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, 88% of Riner house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Riner have an average of 18 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 Riner.
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. Riner 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.
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