House Sitting Riverside

“Darby was amazing with my high energy lab!!! She house sat for the weekend for me and was awesome! Super communicative and sent lots of pictures which I really appreciated. Highly recommend to anyone needing dog care!”

Ally R.

About: I worked at a humane society and worked with many dogs of all sizes and breeds. Helped to socialize them; took them for walks/hikes, went for car rides, got them comfortable being outdoors. I also dog sat for friends and family throughout the years. Very comfortable with giving medications and taking care of special needs dogs (grew up with a dog that required seizure medication and had frequent seizures). As a college student I have a fairly flexible schedule. My weekends are completely free and I have more than a couple hours free during the weekday in the mornings and evenings (as well as some time during the middle of the day if I’m not in class). I grew up in a home where dogs were family members. We were very comfortable with them being indoor and outdoor pets. We would go for hikes, walks/runs (was fairly active to help the dogs release their energy) and would also relax together indoors. Will crate as needed for dog and family comfort or will just hang out on a sofa and read a book for company for the pet. Since I’m used to caring for a high maintenance dog that required special attention, I can clean up accidents and administer medications if needed (with lots of approved treats)

About: While I’m new to Rover, I’m not new to caring for pets. I’ve had two cats for the past 4 years and have pet sat for friends and family when they’ve needed help. I’m reliable, responsible, and happy to follow whatever routine and instructions help you and your pet feel most comfortable. I’ll make sure your pet gets plenty of attention and care, and I’ll keep you updated with photos and messages so you can relax while you’re away. I work full-time (6am-2pm) as a scientist, so I’m generally available for afternoon, evening, and weekend visits. My schedule can be flexible though to accommodate for early morning visits. I’ll always be upfront about my availability and make sure I can give your pet the time and attention they need before accepting a booking. I use Rover myself so I know how important it is to trust the person caring for your pet and entering your home. I’ll always follow your instructions carefully, keep your home clean and secure, and make sure your pet gets the attention and care they deserve. Whether it’s a walk, playtime, or just keeping them company, I’ll make sure they feel comfortable until you’re back. I’ll also send plenty of updates and photos so you never have to wonder how they’re doing.

“We’ve booked with Laine several times now and she is so great with our hyper Australian Shepherd! Very communicative with us and keeps us at ease while we are traveling.”

Shannon M.

“Emily was great house sitting my cat! She is very easy to work with, communicative, respectful, and sent me updates! Thank you so much for your help Emily. Will definitely be asking her to sit again!”

Sadie W.

“Ria is fantastic. I have a very nervous dog that Ria was willing to work with for weeks before dog sitting. She was able to win her over and is now on a very short list of people my dog accepts! It was a gift to be able to go away and relax knowing our pets were well taken care of. She did an amazing job taking care of our house and pets. I feel so fortunate to have met her!”

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“Brianna was a terrific sitter for our 11 month old lab. She communicated regularly, sharing photos and updates, and gave him extra attention when it was difficult to play outside due to rain. She also left our place spotless! Would highly recommend her!”

Rob P.

“Spencer was a godsend! He house sat my anxious, reactive dog Java for 4 days while I was on vacation. He was punctual and incredibly flexible. He sent regular updates, followed my care instructions perfectly, was patient as my dog warmed up to him. I would call Spencer again for any future sitting needs!”

Lydia B.

“Eveline took excellent care of our dog Ellie. She was very communicative during the stay and provided regular updates! Ellie seemed to really enjoy her time having Eveline watch her!”

Jim H.

“Sky is amazing! She was so attentive to all of our doggo’s needs and very communicative throughout our time away. We loved getting multiple photo and video updates. Without a question would book with her again! I know our furry family member is counting down the days until Skylar’s next visit.”

Maya E.

“Jess was the best dogsitter we could have asked for!! Sent regular updates, was very responsible and affectionate with our dog Zetti, and even drove her to the dog park when she refused to walk. We are truly spoiled :D thank you Jess!!!”

Samia H.

“Natalia was a great help watching my dog for the night. She was flexible and communicative and my dog Finn was very happy to hangout with her!”

Arabella R.

“Fifi had an ear infection and needed ear drops while I was away and Maddie did a great job taking care of her. She left my apartment very clean and tidy which I greatly appreciated as well. Very communicative and attentive, I recommend!!”

Mia M.

“Anna took wonderful care of our puppy Semmie while we were away. She was clearly attentive and gentle with her. Semmie was happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for the whole time. Anna also communicated really well throughout, and she even took the initiative to come by beforehand to meet Semmie and get to know her before the sit started, which gave us so much peace of mind. It’s obvious Anna genuinely loves dogs and treats them like her own. We felt completely at ease knowing Semmie was in such good hands, and we’ll definitely be booking Anna again for future pet sitting!”

nella v.

About: I have been a dog owner my entire life and come from a family of animal lovers. I have worked with my own dogs to train them and to build trust and understanding, and am comfortable adapting my approach to fit the animal’s needs and the preferences of the pet’s family! I’m committed to competent care-taking informed by the animal’s needs. My experience: Worked as a pet sitter for the dogs, cats, and small animals like guinea pigs and hamsters of family friends for about 3 years; Volunteered as a caretaker for birds at the Minnesota Wildlife Rehabilitation Center for 1 year; Acted as a foster family for a dalmation/whippet mix for 2 months; Have been a dog-walker and pet-sitter with Rover since 2020. I’m happy to schedule visits and walks on certain weekdays and any weekend. I’m able to work remotely, but will need to plan around, which is why I request at least 3 days notice for any booking or change of plans. I am a big fan or midday and evening walks, and would be happy to have an animal companion with me for them! My approach is to create a stable routine and clear boundaries for any pets in my care. I am adaptable for what the space demands and based on the animal’s familiarity with a situation, for example being in a new space versus being in their primary home. I am cautious and considerate about the disposition of the pet I’m in charge of, so I will always try to avoid putting them in a situation they are not comfortable with or that has too many variables for me to respond to safely.

“Nicole was great with our two 10-year-old cattle dogs for their first overnight stay with a new sitter. She was kind, professional, and easy to talk to about all their routines and quirks beforehand, which put us at ease leaving our pups in someone new's care. While we were away, she sent updates at the key points in their schedule, so we always knew they were fed, walked, and settled. Everything about the stay felt smooth and well cared for, and we're already looking forward to booking with her again!”

Amanda O.

“Brooke took care of my puppy for a few hours at night. Lots of communication on how it was going and sent cute pictures. We came back to him sleeping peacefully. Would definitely have Brooke pet sit again!”

Sarah T.

“Tam did a great job taking care of our dog for a week! She was very detail oriented, spent lots of quality time with our dog, and was a great house guest!”

Molly M.

“So amazing! Perfect pet sitter. Would recommend a million times over.”

Marsha L.

“Alice took such wonderful care of our two pugs over a long weekend that we immediately rebooked her for our weeklong trip — that says it all! She keeps us updated regularly, sticks to our routine, and even leaves the house spotless. She's our go-to sitter and we can't recommend her enough!”

Frederica T.