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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Thank you Ella for taking care of Kenichi! She was available for the holidays and I thank her that she was able to extend her stay when we had medical emergency. Also, she cleaned the house and took care of Kenichi like her own. I wish to work with her again in the future!”
“Esther is AMAZING! She is attentive and very detail oriented. She sent us updates throughout her stay and was quick to reply when we reached out. Astro, our pup, was very lucky to have been dog sat by her. Highly recommend!”
“Leyda was absolutely AMAZING with Roscoe!!! She quickly became Roscoe’s best friend over the past two days and took such incredible care of him. He was so happy and well-loved, and it gave me so much peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands!!! On top of that, she also kept my apartment in great shape, which I REALLY appreciate!!! I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter thank you SO much, Leyda!!! I’ll definitely be booking you again!!!”
“Nikki is amazing! She has taken care of my pups a couple of times now and she is great with them. They get excited to see her and I know they are in great hands while I'm out of town. Nikki is great at keeping you updated with how the stay is going and sends sweet pictures of your pups.”
About: Most of my experience is with younger/middle-aged dogs, and I focus on making them feel safe, engaged, and cared for. I try to meet each dog where they’re at and make sure they feel comfortable. I’m currently a student in college, so I have a lot of gaps in my schedule that I would love to fill with your pets! I’m available at varying times during the day and available most nights. I treat each home with the same respect and care I would my own. I follow the pet’s routine closely to help them feel comfortable and secure in their familiar space.
About: I grew up with my family members having many dogs which led me to wanting to get my own. In 2016 I got a Husky Lab at 8 weeks old and is now 9 years old. Fast forward a few years, in 2023 I adopted a German Shepherd mix puppy which is now 3 years old. They are both large dogs (75+ pounds) so lots walks are a must. Also, I have experience administering medication due to both my dogs having allergies. Since 2016, I have dog sat different kinds of dogs ranging from days to weeks. I do enjoy long walks, car rides, traveling, and being couch potatoes with my dogs. However, my care will be tailored to your dog's needs and I look forward to meeting your pup(s). I work full time during the week so my availability will be open Friday evenings - Sunday only. I am open for dog walking, check ins, and overnight stays. I care for pets in their home by getting to know the family and dog (s). This is important as some dogs can come from shelters and have different backgrounds. It's helpful for myself that I speak to the owner about the dog's routine/schedule and health. It's best for me to adapt to their schedule to keep the dog(s) comfortable and happy.
About: What I've learned in my ten years watching animals is that, big or small, all pets need a little extra looking after when their people are away. From allergy medicine to daily long walks and a whole lot of fetch I've found that every dog is unique in their needs. I look forward to getting to know your furry friend or friends and helping them maintain a sense of comfort and fun while their family is away! My main gig is watching animals and houses. I'm happy to work any time I don't have other clients booked. Thank you for your consideration. Keeping animals in their familiar routine is my main focus. Whatever their usual daily schedule looks like (feeding times, walks, bedtime, etc) is what I try to recreate. I have experience giving medication if needed and am happy and able to provide walks as far as your pet enjoys.
About: My family and I are big pet people; we’ve have always had at least two dogs that I’ve trained, walked, and loved my whole life! I’ve always been the dog walker in my family for my grandparents and aunts when they are out of town so I have lots of experience caring for animals both in our home and theirs. I’m home from college and looking to pick up some extra work! Fully available weekdays and weekends, day or night to care for your pets! I have a fenced yard with a doggy door and two friendly dogs! We walk them every day and take them out to socialize often! I live right next to a large dog park where I often take our animals to run and play. I am very willing to drive your animals to these parks alongside sitting and walking.
About: For 6 years, I’ve cared for everything from energetic tiny pups to sweet older dogs! I love making tails wag, no matter the size or age. As a college student, I’m only available on Fridays and Sundays, but those days are all about your pets! I love giving them attention, walks, and care. Your dog will feel right at home! I have a secure fenced yard and a sweet Labrador who loves making new friends and sharing playtime.
“Jenna, as always, was a fantastic house sitter. I have no concerns leaving my pets in her care when I am out of town, and she is attentive to detail and communicative. Jenna rocks!”
About: Hey there! Growing up I’ve had 5 dogs, 4 cats and 3 hamsters, I know so many fur babies! They were the best part of my life growing up and I loved being able to come home and see my dog equally excited to see me as I am to them. I have my fur baby, casper who is a 3 year old mini poodle! He’s sweet, adventurous and loves his treats. Regarding to me, I’m very attentive, love to go on walks and I’m very caring when it comes to animals. I believe our pets are experiencing life for the first time like we are and love to be able to give them the same care and love we give to ourselves! I also love taking pictures because I used to be a part time photographer and always have my camera with me, so sometimes I do doggie pictures here and there! Just know that your pets will me safe and loved with me :) I’m currently working part time so listed below is my availability for transparency! Sunday - Available after 5:30pm Mondays - Available all day Tuesdays - Available before 1pm Wednesdays - Available all day Thursday and Friday - Available before 1pm Wednesdays Saturdays - Available after 5:30pm In my household, I love to being on a scheduled routine for example, lunch and dinner for my pets are regulated, with about 2-3 times of walking outside and going to the bathroom for my pets. For my clients homes, I believe in leave no trace meaning cleaning after everything that’s been moved out of place, cleaning after the pets and ensuring the routine that has been given is followed through.
“Taylor was very attentive with Mochi. She played with him, learned about his idiosyncrasies and gave him the attention he needs as a very needy 2 yrs old. I would recommend her anytime.”
About: I’ve been asked to watch my friends and families cats and dogs for the past two years. I feel more than comfortable feeding them their food as well as taking them out on potty breaks. I am available any day of the week in the mornings and afternoons. Once I begin my fall semester on August 18th, I will be available every Thursday and on weekends. Until then, I have open availability. My boyfriend and I have our own dog, Princess. She is a shih-tzu Maltese. She is the sweetest dog that I know, and we know that her favorite part of the day is when we take her out on her daily walk.
About: I have grown up with dogs and cats of all ages and sizes and have years of sitting experience. I have taken care of puppies, senior dogs, and anywhere in between. I recently graduated college and am looking for something to occupy my time during the summer. I am available most days and times of the week. I will satisfy any rules and requests to keep your fur babies comfortable and on their regular routine. I love walking and playing with pups.
About: I trained my own dog who is now 3 years old and great off leash! I love dogs and cuddles and have a lot of patience. I am only available on weekends due to my work schedule. I am fully available on weekends to give them my full attention from Friday-Sunday. I will care for pets on either my apartments or my parents home where there is more freedom to run in the backyard. I am a very cleanly person and will ensure all spaces are kept in order.
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Alexa E.
“Alexa was great with all our four dogs. She was punctual and communicative throughout the stay. I will definitely book with her for our next outing!”
Ella M.
“Thank you Ella for taking care of Kenichi! She was available for the holidays and I thank her that she was able to extend her stay when we had medical emergency. Also, she cleaned the house and took care of Kenichi like her own. I wish to work with her again in the future!”
Esther C.
“Esther is AMAZING! She is attentive and very detail oriented. She sent us updates throughout her stay and was quick to reply when we reached out. Astro, our pup, was very lucky to have been dog sat by her. Highly recommend!”
Chloe S.
“Chloe took amazing care of our pups and kept us updated with pictures and videos throughout her stay. The pups loved her and we will certainly be using her services again.”
Leyda A.
“Leyda was absolutely AMAZING with Roscoe!!! She quickly became Roscoe’s best friend over the past two days and took such incredible care of him. He was so happy and well-loved, and it gave me so much peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands!!! On top of that, she also kept my apartment in great shape, which I REALLY appreciate!!! I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter thank you SO much, Leyda!!! I’ll definitely be booking you again!!!”
Rebecca V.
“Rebecca did an amazing job watching our dog and cat, we got home to super happy pets and a perfectly kept house! Highly recommend and booking her again!”
Nikki R.
“Nikki is amazing! She has taken care of my pups a couple of times now and she is great with them. They get excited to see her and I know they are in great hands while I'm out of town. Nikki is great at keeping you updated with how the stay is going and sends sweet pictures of your pups.”
Allison L.
About: Most of my experience is with younger/middle-aged dogs, and I focus on making them feel safe, engaged, and cared for. I try to meet each dog where they’re at and make sure they feel comfortable. I’m currently a student in college, so I have a lot of gaps in my schedule that I would love to fill with your pets! I’m available at varying times during the day and available most nights. I treat each home with the same respect and care I would my own. I follow the pet’s routine closely to help them feel comfortable and secure in their familiar space.
Sabrina R.
“All I have to say is, SABRINA IS literally BEST PET CAREGIVER! I was so worried about leaving my Blue in the hands of a stranger for 5hrs. Yes, it was just 5hrs. call me crazy, but my puppy is my life! I only ever left her with family members & close friends so you can already imagine how I was. I found Sabrina to be the perfect person to take care of her while I was out. I let her know everything that needed to be done, she followed everything & went beyond what I asked her to do. Sabrina is a great communicator, attentive, knowledgeable, but overall super kind & respectful. So lucky to have found you Sabrina, thank you from Blue & I!”
Karci J.
“Karci is a perfect combination of caring and conscientious. She wrote down all the information and specifcs of each dog and cat ( I have 2 dogs and 5 cats). She played with my animals, took them on walks, and made sure they were happy while I was gone. She even took it upon herself to buy my St Bernard a new chew toy ♡. I have hired Karci many times and would highly recommend her. If you want a kind, attention to detail, fun dog & cat sitter, she's the ONE.”
Sierra S.
“I’ve had Sierra watch my two pit bull mixes multiple times and every time she has done a great job. She took them on walks as needed and correctly followed medicine instructions for my dog who has eye problems. I plan on having her watch them again in the future.”
Josephine D.
“Josie was lovely—she sent lots of sweet pics of our boys and was super flexible about our last minute request!”
Vivica G.
“Vivica has such a calm and kind way with animals. Whenever she’s taken care of my fur babies, I’ve felt completely at ease knowing they’re with someone who genuinely cares for them. She’s gentle, attentive, and just really thoughtful about everything she does. She’s definitely someone I can count on!”
Jenna F.
“Jenna, as always, was a fantastic house sitter. I have no concerns leaving my pets in her care when I am out of town, and she is attentive to detail and communicative. Jenna rocks!”
Jane Marie V.
About: Hey there! Growing up I’ve had 5 dogs, 4 cats and 3 hamsters, I know so many fur babies! They were the best part of my life growing up and I loved being able to come home and see my dog equally excited to see me as I am to them. I have my fur baby, casper who is a 3 year old mini poodle! He’s sweet, adventurous and loves his treats. Regarding to me, I’m very attentive, love to go on walks and I’m very caring when it comes to animals. I believe our pets are experiencing life for the first time like we are and love to be able to give them the same care and love we give to ourselves! I also love taking pictures because I used to be a part time photographer and always have my camera with me, so sometimes I do doggie pictures here and there! Just know that your pets will me safe and loved with me :) I’m currently working part time so listed below is my availability for transparency! Sunday - Available after 5:30pm Mondays - Available all day Tuesdays - Available before 1pm Wednesdays - Available all day Thursday and Friday - Available before 1pm Wednesdays Saturdays - Available after 5:30pm In my household, I love to being on a scheduled routine for example, lunch and dinner for my pets are regulated, with about 2-3 times of walking outside and going to the bathroom for my pets. For my clients homes, I believe in leave no trace meaning cleaning after everything that’s been moved out of place, cleaning after the pets and ensuring the routine that has been given is followed through.
Taylor V.
“Taylor was very attentive with Mochi. She played with him, learned about his idiosyncrasies and gave him the attention he needs as a very needy 2 yrs old. I would recommend her anytime.”
Valerie C.
“Val did a wonderful job taking care of my sweet boys - she is attentive, thoughtful and incredibly gentle with my two dogs. She kept things tidy/clean, walked them, took care of their medications and was overall really wonderful. I feel as though my dogs are in good hands with her.”
Jackilyn L.
About: I have grown up with dogs and cats of all ages and sizes and have years of sitting experience. I have taken care of puppies, senior dogs, and anywhere in between. I recently graduated college and am looking for something to occupy my time during the summer. I am available most days and times of the week. I will satisfy any rules and requests to keep your fur babies comfortable and on their regular routine. I love walking and playing with pups.
Clarissa D.
About: I trained my own dog who is now 3 years old and great off leash! I love dogs and cuddles and have a lot of patience. I am only available on weekends due to my work schedule. I am fully available on weekends to give them my full attention from Friday-Sunday. I will care for pets on either my apartments or my parents home where there is more freedom to run in the backyard. I am a very cleanly person and will ensure all spaces are kept in order.
Laila P.
“Laila did a great job with our 3 Pyrenees! When we came home the pups were happy and the home was just like we left it. Will definitely work with Laila again!”
Russell pet parents share their Rover experiences
We are repeat clients of Rocelyn. Our first time meeting was when we needed someone to watch our dog and cat for 11 days while we went out of town to spread my Dad’s ashes. I was a nervous leaving my pets with a stranger, but Rocelyn put us at ease at our first meeting. Because I was so frazzled, I forgot a lot of things, but Rocelyn brought those questions up herself, and a lot of things I wouldn’t have ever even thought of. Before the trip, we had her do a “test run” where she came and walked our dog and I showed her where the food and water was for our cat. She send me photos of the entire walk and kept me updated. She also suggested I get my dog a Fi collar, which is a GPS tracker/ heart rate monitor. This was a great suggestion and helped us put our minds at ease while we were away. I could see my dogs location- it showed a map of their walks and a stress level indicator, which Rocelyn liked to check to make sure she wasn’t pushing Trace (dog) too hard on his walks. (Rocelyn is an athlete- I noticed her walks were around 30 minutes and generally around 1.5 miles) Our dog actually lost weight while we were gone because she walked him 2 to 3 times a day while she housesit for us. Beyond just walking our dog, she also sent us photo updates of each pet daily and messages to check in. She stayed overnight for the entire duration of the trip. She would leave for a few hours at a time to do walks for other clients, but never left our dog and cat alone for more than 4 or 5 hours a day- which is the duration I was comfortable with my dog being alone. Due to the walks each morning and staying on top of our feeding schedule, the dog and cat had zero issues being left alone for that amount of time. In fact the Fi collar showed my dog slept a lot of that time, being completely wiped out from the walks! Haha. Our cat did have a harder time adjusting and hid in the garage for a few days, just coming out to eat. This was not Rocelyn’s fault, as our cat is not great with change and hides in the garage when he’s uncomfortable. Still, Rocelyn tried her best to make him feel comfortable, which meant she would go out into the hot garage and coax him over to her and give him attention, pets and reassurance. Over the course of our trip, we started seeing photos of Todd (cat) coming inside to say hello to her, which is really nice. We had spotty cell service for a lot of the trip and four of the days we had no service at all, but Rocelyn handled that like a champ. Even though we couldn’t receive calls and messages for the 4 days, when we got back cell service we noticed she had continued sending updates for those days, both text and photos/ videos. We were still out on July 4th and Rocelyn took extra care to comfort our pets during the fireworks. They were both scared but she gave them extra attention and calmed them down, which is an incredible feat in my option! Finally, we ended up getting home a day earlier than expected, and poor Rocelyn only got an hour or two notice (this was my bad entirely, please don’t be like me!). When I got home, my house was spotless. It was literally cleaner than the way I left it. I figured I’d have to do some cleaning & tidying when i got home but I didn’t have to do a single thing. She mopped, vacuumed, pulled off the bedding she used and replaced it, did the dishes, cleaned off counters, etc. the house smelled lovely and looked incredible. Litter boxes (we have 3) were all clean and had been maintained, cat water fountains were all full. Rocelyn even took down the laundry I forgot outside on the clothesline and folded it and put it away. It was truly above and beyond what I would have expected from anyone. Although my dog was happy to see me, he was also sad that Rocelyn wasn’t going to be there anymore. Because he missed her so much, we decided we want to continue hiring her for walks and if we ever need a house and pet sitter again, she is the only person I’d ever hire. Overall I’d give Rocelyn a 10 out of 10 and I would recommend her to anyone who needs short or long term pet sitting, housesitting, and dog walks- she might be a bit more expensive than other options, but trust me- she’s worth the price!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Russell is $69
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Sitters in Russell average 4 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 Russell on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $69 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 1,901 house sitters in Russell. 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, 86% of Russell house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Russell have an average of 15 years of experience. 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 Russell.
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. Russell 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.
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