House Sitting in Story City
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1. Izabelle D.
“Belle was very kind and I felt comfortable leaving Capone & Leo with her. When we came home, the boys were very happy and I could tell they liked having Belle with them as they were calm & comtent. Very quick to respond!”
2. Brian S.
“Brian was great to have for our 3 big dogs! He not only took great care of the dogs, but also left the house very clean, which was really nice to come home to! I definitely recommend Brian and will work with him again!”
3. Bailey Z.
“Bailey came and watched my dogs for a few hours while I went out. I have a new puppy who had only been in my family for 4 days, and I was too nervous to leave her alone for a few hours. Bailey was great. She sent lots of pictures and took the puppy out for potty breaks several times (because of small puppy bladders). This was the second time I’ve used Bailey, and she’ll be my first choice every time.”
4. Kylee S.
“She did a great job watching my dogs! Sent lots of photos, videos and updates”
5. Autumn R.
“Autumn did a fantastic job housesitting for my senior dog! She was very respectful of my home, trustworthy, and caring! She communicated well and sent me photos of Dax! I definitely recommend her. Thanks so much Autumn!”
6. Devin R.
“Devin & Kelsey do an amazing job!!! Highly reccomend booking with them!! Last time they cleaned my entire house on top of dog sitting & they do amazing with my highly aggressive chihuahua as Devin used to be a dog trainer”
7. Sierra L.
“Sierra was wonderful. She sent regular updates, asked questions when she was unsure, and left our home as clean as we left it. Sierra even picked up a large outdoor plant that was knocked over during severe wind. I have already booked her for another pet sitting job next month and would recommend her to anyone!”
8. Lindsay M.
“Can I give Lindsay 🐾 10 stars?! She did such a great job taking care of our dog and our property! She went above and beyond, not only caring for our dog but our garden and pool as well! She didn’t leave a single trace behind letting us know she was even here! She is extremely responsible and caring! I hope she will come back again! We couldn’t be happier! Thank you, Lindsay 🐾♥️”
9. Dannielle B.
About: I've had experience with all kinds of animals from cattle and horses to dogs, cats, and rabbits. I'm currently an undergrad student at ISU geared towards pre vet studies. I'm available in the mornings before class, and in the afternoon after class. On Fridays I am available after noon and majority of my weekends I'm free for pet care services. I can care for pets in clients home while respecting the privacy of their house, the only thing I ask is that I'm allowed to work on some homework or study while carrying for a pet.
10. Jessica M.
“Jessica stayed at our home when she watched both our dog and cat. She sent me photos while we were gone and she left the house neat and clean. We would definitely use her again!”
11. Lexi C.
“Lexi did a wonderful job taking care of my two dogs, my cat, and my house while I was gone for 2 weeks. We'll definitely book with her again!”
12. Ellie M.
“Ellie was phenomenal! We are new to Rover and were worried about leaving our dogs with a new person, but she was very communicative and sent lots of updates which put our minds at ease. The dogs seemed to enjoy her and her energy. We would definitely recommend Ellie and work with her again!”
13. Miranda K.
“Really nice and my pups seemed to like her a lot! I liked how well she communicated with me leading up to the weekend and during. We would love to have her back!”
14. Susanne K.
About: I’ve had my own cat for 3 years and my roommate used to have a dog that I helped take care of! We took naps together daily and walking her was the highlight of my day :) I work part time and my hours are different every week but I’m always free Monday, so Sunday nights are perfect for over night stays! I live in an apartment with two other roommates who love animals! I’m more than happy to keep my cat in the bathroom for the night if that would make your dog the most comfortable!
15. Aniah P.
“Aniah was super responsive during our trip and took great care of our babies. She sent lots of silly photos! She was also great at making sure our pups got their medications according to their schedule.”
16. Taylor B.
“Taylor was amazing with our two corgis! One pup just had major emergency surgery and was healing great but was in a cone and on activity restriction + needed his incision checked daily. We had a trip planned that we thought about cancelling but knowing Taylor was very experienced in animal care we felt very comfortable with her watching our pup post-surgery. She provided lots of updates and was super quick to communicate with. We came home to happy pups and were able to enjoy our short trip knowing they were in such great hands. I’m the first to admit that I’m a helicopter dog mom and can be very picky when looking for a house/pet sitter and I’d recommend Taylor to anyone!”
17. Erin G.
“Erin stayed with our dog Bingo while we were on a recent trip. She did a wonderful job! Erin sent periodic updates via text message to keep us up to date on how things were going. Bingo loved her and was very well taken care of. The house was clean when we arrived home and she even watered our house plants! Thank you Erin!!”
18. Alex H.
“Alex did a great job taking care of my girls! It was super last minute and she did everything I needed and more for my sick dog!”
19. Andi W.
“Andi was great! Very chill with our dog pack and took great care of the house. Would recommend and rebook!”
20. Tayler M.
“Tayler is amazing with pets! She is always so excited to see my two dogs. She is super trustworthy and honest, but even on top of all of that she is fun to be around and always has a smiling face :)”
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1. Search
Read verified reviews and choose a house sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your house and pets while you’re away3. Book & Pay
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Story City on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $35 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 Jul 2024, there are 149 house sitters in Story City. 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, 93% of Story City house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 2 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 Story City.
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. Story City 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.