Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in River Bend, Milwaukee, WI
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“With my travel schedule for work it is hard to plan ahead and Sarah has been so accommodating with my schedule and taking on watching Flossy it gives me a sense of security knowing she is there for me. She is a great communicator and she is someone that really loves her job. I couldn’t be more satisfied as a customer with Rover and Sarah is the sole reason for that.”

“Lisandra has been wonderful withy puppy. She has been reliable and willing to change her schedule last minute for me which I can't say how much I appreciate. My puppy is always happy and relaxed when I get home from work, which again is everything I could ask for!”

“Jenn took excellent care of our sweet kitty Lola. Even though Lola is quite shy, Jenn did her all to engage her and make her feel comfortable. I appreciate her professionalism greatly. Would highly recommend.”

“Emily is a reliable cat sitter. She communicated well and was able to medicate my very finicky cat. My cat requires 3 visits a day and she has let me know that her schedule does not allow for this, otherwise, I would hire her again. I would recommend her.”

“Katie was so nice to our dog Maggie who is very protective but loved Katie right a way. Katie was great and we would highly recommend her and will definitely use her again.”
“A true cat sitter and full emotional support sitter for our furry family in Wisconsin. We love Lexi and highly recommend her for anyone who has high maintenance cats or special instructions. Thank you Lexi!”

“Lilly is our go to person to watch our 2 cats when we are out of town! She communicates clearly, follows all instructions, responds to any questions or requests we have, and takes amazing care of our cats. We feel so comfortable leaving them in her care!”

About: I grew up with pets my whole life - ferrets, fish, cats, and primarily bigger dog breeds (cocker spaniels and Labradors). I'm the kind of person who will show up to a party and hang out with your dog instead of the people for 3 hours. It is a given that I love animals, and ever since I moved from my family after covid, I am not able to have a long-term pet in my living situation. I do sometimes take care of my neighbors cat, however I'd like to spend more time with dogs as they are my favorite. I currently work doing pizza delivery around 30+ hours a week. I can come home once or twice a shift between deliveries, but Id say that your pet needs to be comfortable being alone for at **LEAST** 4 hours at any given time. I've already had issues with a clients dog not handling my schedule well and damaging property as a result -- so I need to be clear on this. I am not home 24/7, but I can try my best. I also prefer a minimum 2 day notice for requests. You can still attempt to request boarding if its last minute, I get it, life happens. But I cannot guarantee a confirmation on anything less than 2 days. I have a fenced in backyard and currently no other animals or people in my home. I can provide a safe and comfortable living space for a dog. I do not mind if they are on my furniture or if they want to sleep in my bed at night.
About: I’ve had the pleasure of growing up with large dogs my whole life, and I’m truly passionate about caring for animals. I love spending time outdoors and taking dogs on walks. I also have many years of experience caring for the pets of family, friends, and acquaintances. I currently work remotely from 8:00–4:30 with a flexible schedule, which allows me to take breaks throughout the day for walks or check-ins. I’m also available in the evenings and on weekends to care for your pets. I am careful and mindful of my environment while caring for animals. I will always accommodate your preferences and care for your animals how you want me to!
“I could tell our pup was very happy and comfortable with Katie. Katie was both friendly and professional. I was pleased with all of photos and regular updates we recieved. It was clear she gave our dog plenty of exercise as our dog was pooped. I will definitely be booking again.”

About: I've always had pets in the house since I was little, dogs and cats mostly. I have two of my own dogs, trained them both when they were puppies. I also volunteered at the Wisconsin Humane Society for 8 years, I was a dog walker, which entailed cleaning rooms, walking them, feeding them, playing with them, etc. Always had so much fun seeing all the types of dogs coming in. I'm currently working full time but I normally work the same days, shifts varies from week to week. But I would like to add more fun to my life and not so strict with work work work. So I would love to add more Rover days to my weeks as time goes on. I have a fully fenced yard, plenty of space in the yard and in the house. I have baby gates to rooms that don't need to be entered and at the top of some of our steps to prevent falls. Always pay attention any unusual signs that the pet might be in distressed. Also aware of little things as I come across them with the fur babies.
“Kelsey was incredible. First she was extremely flexible as I changed my plans on her many times! I booked out in advance and she followed up with me beforehand. My cats love her and loved to play and be pet! She handled my entry instructions great and I felt very safe leaving my cats in her care and my apartment open to her! I met her in person as well she is so kind. I highly recommend!”


“Michele is a wonder. We have five of our own dogs right now, plus three fosters, and she handled them all with grace and ease. It is also a tricky situation because they don't all get along and have to be let out in groups, so that was a worry I had, but it worked out very well! I highly recommend Michele to watch your furry herd (or single furry friend). Thanks, Michele!”
About: I’ve always had a dog/cat/ lizard in the house, haven’t been without a pet since I was like three! At the moment I only have a lizard and my room mate has a cat! I’m always the family member/ friend people reach out to take care of them when needed!! But trust me I understand the stress of having to leave your baby/babies when you have to leave them behind, but I reassure you I will take care of your pet just as well as you would! I do work full time, but I would love to help on the weekends! I do have my own pets as well, so I will be back and forth. I honestly let my puppies on the couch / bed, but I will respect any rule. I’m very familiar with walking your pup if needed. Have given oral medication to pets, just need to know what you hide it in if needed lol. I’ve even given medication to a bearded dragon , so I’d like to say I’m pretty experienced on that part.
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Liz is so sweet & follows directions very well! Our two boys absolutely love her as she goes above and beyond to make sure they are taken care of while we are out of town. I was so happy Liz was available to watch them as she knows their routine and always willing to help more if needed. Cannot recommend enough!

Caitlyn is an amazing cat sitter! I hired her while I was away for a work trip and she dropped in multiple times a day and medicated one of my cats (who gets several meds throughout the day). On top of that, her updates were phenomenal! She gave me up descriptions of my cats activities that were very consistent with their personalities, so I could tell she was really paying attention to their moods and needs. One of the best cat sitters on here and I would easily hire her again! So flexible to work with, sends amazing photos, and responds quickly.

Emily is a reliable cat sitter. She communicated well and was able to medicate my very finicky cat. My cat requires 3 visits a day and she has let me know that her schedule does not allow for this, otherwise, I would hire her again. I would recommend her.

Nicole was excellent! When she came for the meet and greet, she asked excellent questions to really get to know our girls and set expectations. She was calm and let our girls come to her. Then, when she came for the visit, she took excellent care of our kitties and was able to pill our calico successfully! Throughout the whole experience she communicated super well, which is something that we value. We will absolutely recommend and rebook!! Thanks Nicole!

This is our second time booking with Emily, and we’ve loved her so much that we’ve referred friends to her who confirm the same sentiment: She is just fantastic at what she does. Her experience with young children as an elementary school teacher certainly translates to being phenomenal with furry friends! We were concerned that our shy calico would hide, but she was happily making friends within a few visits. Rover reports were detailed (and so sweet!) each day. Cannot continue recommending Emily enough!

Alexandra came to walk my dog on short notice when I had an unexpectedly busy day, and he came home with a huge doggy smile on his face. I was home so got to greet her at the door and she is very pleasant and friendly. Will definitely be using her for future pet care!!

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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in River Bend on Rover as of Dec 2025 was about $17 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in River Bend.
Rover makes it easy to find River Bend pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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.
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