House Sitting in South East Community, Grand Rapids, MI
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“Hanna was amazing! We were in a bind and could only provide short notice and Hanna did everything possible to make herself available to help when we needed it. Worked with our dogs feeding and medication routines. Spent lots of time with our puppies (most important). Sent us lots of pictures and videos of our dogs while we were on vacation (really appreciated). Just generally seems to love dogs and spending time with them. Will DEFINITELY use Hanna again!”


“She took such great care of my anxious doggo while there were unforeseen housing issues in my home. She was flexible and very understanding. Would love to work with her again!”


“Sabrina was great to work with, gave daily updates with pictures. I have a very high energy dog who's breed is used for police and military work and she had no problems with him. I will plan to use her again when we need dog sitting in the future.”


“Ricky was great! We have a large dog that gets meds and two very curious cats but none of it phased him. He made sure all were comfortable and occupied before leaving. We would definitely have him again!”


“Kelsey went above & beyond with my dog, Nalah!! She took her to the dog park, for multiple walks, and sent photo and video updates throughout the day. My dog was smiling ear to ear in each photo- Highly recommend. Will def be using Kelsey again!!”


“Brian is so attentive to our pets and intuitive about what they need. We appreciate the care he provides and are glad we found him! Definitely recommend.”


About: I've had experience caring for pets most of my life, from taking care of family dogs, sitting for friends and family, and caring for my friends cat that I currently live with. I work full time during the week from about 8 am - 4 pm. I work from home Monday and Friday, so I am available during those days to sit, do drop-ins, or take walks. I am available for walks, drop-ins, and sitting during the other week days after my work hours. My weekends are free and my schedule can be planned as you need. I treat all animals as if they are my own or someone's close to me. I love all types of dogs and cats and would be thrilled to get the chance to help you and make sure they're happy and well cared for!

“Reliable, timely and phenomenal with our old men. Olivia was a great communicator and watched my dogs during a tornado! Definitely someone I’d trust in unexpected circumstances.”


“Cort was a lifesaver. Literally. What started out as a routine dog-sitting assignment while I was out of town turned into an emergency trip to the vet. Not her fault. She took her, kept me updated and made sure everything was taken care of. I’m very grateful.”


About: Hello Rover's! I currently reside in Grand Rapids and grew up in the country with a full house of animals. Dogs, cats, hamsters, I love them all! Currently I take care of three kitties that are my world and would treat your animal with the same respect. I am timely, communicative and dependable. I am a part-time worker so I have ample availability to support clients and their pets. I also have a partner at home that takes care of my pets while on client visits. I provide unlimited amounts of love and affection. Putting time aside for play time, cuddles and maintain any routine to ensure a stress free visit.

“Mimi continues to be a trustworthy sitter for our dogs and does a great job with their medicine schedule and working with our one pup’s reactivity. She is an excellent communicator and we look forward to the next time she’ll watch our dogs!”


“Madison was great with our dog Blue! She was very responsive and kind. We would definitely use her services again and recommend her to others.”


“Michelle is just amazing! She takes such great care of our boys and goes above and beyond every time. We trust her so much we won’t travel unless she’s available to watch Rocco and Henry!”


About: ***HOUSE SITTING REQUESTS PLEASE READ BELOW - MY DOG HOUSE SITS WITH ME *** Hey there, thank you for checking out my page! My name is Joie, I am 24 and I have a huge heart for animals. I just graduated from Grand Valley State University for Wildlife Biology and Natural Resources Management. I have always loved animals since I was a kid, and now I have a dog and a cat of my own. I started dog sitting before Rover for friends and neighbors and since then I have loved the job and wanted to help others in the community! I have always been super involved with animals, I have lots of volunteering under my belt at John Ball Zoo and through GV's Pre-Vet club. I've also previously worked hands on with hundreds of patients at two vet offices. I'd love to hang out with your pets, play, cuddle and pose for photos! (Check out my posted photos to get an idea of the pics you’d receive if you booked with me!) If you're interested in booking with me, just know that I'm working full-time, but as long as we stay in communication, we can work out a plan that suits both of us. I try to be as flexible, reliable, and dedicated to providing the best care for your pets as I can be. *** HOUSE SITTING DISCLAIMER *** I want to be as transparent as possible about my house sitting services. Since I have my own dog, she will be coming with me for this service. This might not make me the best fit for every household, especially if there are pets or people who might not be comfortable with another dog in the space. I always prioritize the comfort and well-being of your home and pets, so if this arrangement isn’t ideal, I completely understand. Rosie is a 5yo, 50lb high-energy dog who is trained and has been well-socialized at dog parks and helping me with house sitting. She loves to play and also does great around cats. If you’re interested, we can arrange a meet-and-greet to ensure everyone gets along. Pet care is second nature to me and is a part of my and my animals' everyday life. Once I learn your pet's routine, each visit will flow even more smoothly than the last! I like to make sure that both the pets and the owner know that they are in good hands. Good communication is key! It definitely helps the stay go smoothly.

“Hawra was phenomenal with our puppy! We have a 2 month old energetic little one and hawraa was able to immediately connect with him. Not to mention she was early and extremely flexible! Definitely would book her again!”

“Molly was a fantastic house sitter! She was so easy to communicate with and was very trustworthy, which is needed when someone else is staying at your house. I always miss my dogs when I’m away but was put at ease knowing Molly and Izzy where there to keep them company and to keep them safe.”


“Carolyn took wonderful care of our old boy, Teddy. She was an excellent communicator! We especially appreciated her attentiveness to Teddy's medication schedule. We will definitely invite Carolyn back! Highly recommend!”


About: I've taken care of animals for the majority of my life and take pride in giving them the best. I've worked with canines, felines and exotics in the past at my previous jobs. I also worked at a vet clinic and cherished my time with pets and getting to know their owners. It would be my pleasure to offer my services for walks, drop ins and/or house sitting! Right now my schedule is pretty flexible. I do have a few dates I'm booked for already but happy to work with you to get your pet(s) what they need. First and foremost, I want to make sure we are both on the same page for how your home works, what your pet needs and how I can make it the most enjoyable experience for all involved! I want to make sure your pet is comfortable and the least stressed as possible while you're away. I will read your pet's body language, respect their wishes and make sure they're happy. ☺️

“Kevin stayed with my 3 big boys while my wife and I were on our honeymoon. We didn't worry at all and Kevin kept us posted with updates on the boys. Would love to have Kevin sit with my boys in the future without hesitation - He did a GREAT job!”

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Hanna M.Star Sitter

“Hanna was amazing! We were in a bind and could only provide short notice and Hanna did everything possible to make herself available to help when we needed it. Worked with our dogs feeding and medication routines. Spent lots of time with our puppies (most important). Sent us lots of pictures and videos of our dogs while we were on vacation (really appreciated). Just generally seems to love dogs and spending time with them. Will DEFINITELY use Hanna again!”


Nicole J.

“She took such great care of my anxious doggo while there were unforeseen housing issues in my home. She was flexible and very understanding. Would love to work with her again!”


Sabrina S.
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“Sabrina was great to work with, gave daily updates with pictures. I have a very high energy dog who's breed is used for police and military work and she had no problems with him. I will plan to use her again when we need dog sitting in the future.”


Ricardo S.Star Sitter

“Ricky was great! We have a large dog that gets meds and two very curious cats but none of it phased him. He made sure all were comfortable and occupied before leaving. We would definitely have him again!”


Kelsey & Forrest K.Star Sitter

“Kelsey went above & beyond with my dog, Nalah!! She took her to the dog park, for multiple walks, and sent photo and video updates throughout the day. My dog was smiling ear to ear in each photo- Highly recommend. Will def be using Kelsey again!!”


Brian G.

“Brian is so attentive to our pets and intuitive about what they need. We appreciate the care he provides and are glad we found him! Definitely recommend.”


Morgen H.
“I highly recommend Morgen as a pet sitter on Rover. She is responsible, caring, and absolutely love animals. My cat is always excited to see her, and I feel totally at ease knowing he’s in great hands. You won't find anyone more trustworthy or attentive!”


Olivia P.Star Sitter

“Reliable, timely and phenomenal with our old men. Olivia was a great communicator and watched my dogs during a tornado! Definitely someone I’d trust in unexpected circumstances.”


Cortney C.

“Cort was a lifesaver. Literally. What started out as a routine dog-sitting assignment while I was out of town turned into an emergency trip to the vet. Not her fault. She took her, kept me updated and made sure everything was taken care of. I’m very grateful.”


Sarah J.
“Sarah is a responsible and caring pet owner. She has always loved animals and goes above and beyond for her pets as well as others. I would greatly trust her with my animals.”


Mimi P.

“Mimi continues to be a trustworthy sitter for our dogs and does a great job with their medicine schedule and working with our one pup’s reactivity. She is an excellent communicator and we look forward to the next time she’ll watch our dogs!”


Madison A.Star Sitter

“Madison was great with our dog Blue! She was very responsive and kind. We would definitely use her services again and recommend her to others.”


Michelle H.
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“Michelle is just amazing! She takes such great care of our boys and goes above and beyond every time. We trust her so much we won’t travel unless she’s available to watch Rocco and Henry!”


Joie G.
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“Joie I was very happy to find Joie, she is a true dog lover and takes amazing care of my two dogs at my home while I travel. One of my dogs (ok both) can be slightly difficult, but I have no worries with Joie. She sends over regular updates with pictures and cares for each of them the way I would, (her love of animals is apparent). Joie’s veterinary work experience is such a bonus, I never worry about Pickle or Tango when She is caring for them. I’m so thankful to have peace of mind while I'm traveling. I highly recommend Joie!”


Hawraa Q.
“Hawra was phenomenal with our puppy! We have a 2 month old energetic little one and hawraa was able to immediately connect with him. Not to mention she was early and extremely flexible! Definitely would book her again!”


Molly H.Star Sitter

“Molly was a fantastic house sitter! She was so easy to communicate with and was very trustworthy, which is needed when someone else is staying at your house. I always miss my dogs when I’m away but was put at ease knowing Molly and Izzy where there to keep them company and to keep them safe.”


Carolyn P.

“Carolyn took wonderful care of our old boy, Teddy. She was an excellent communicator! We especially appreciated her attentiveness to Teddy's medication schedule. We will definitely invite Carolyn back! Highly recommend!”


Tia B.
“Tia is the absolute best! We recently had her come over to let out our German Shorthaired Pointer on a day that my partner and I were going to be gone all day and she did a fantastic job. She was on time and her communication was great. She let out our dog so she could go to the bathroom and run around outside. Tia also played fetch with her for an hour or so. After that she made sure our doggo had water then gave her a kong and put her back in the kennel. I'm very picky about who watches our dog and I'm so happy that Tia is doing this. We had complete peace of mind the entire day we were gone! Additionally, Tia worked as a vet assistant for close to 5 years so she has a lot of experience with all types of pets!”


Kevin S.

“Kevin stayed with my 3 big boys while my wife and I were on our honeymoon. We didn't worry at all and Kevin kept us posted with updates on the boys. Would love to have Kevin sit with my boys in the future without hesitation - He did a GREAT job!”


Grace W.

“Grace came through for me last minute and was wonderful. She sent me updates throughout the night of my puppy and made sure he was taken care of”
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in South East Community.
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. South East Community 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.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
