House Sitting in Sycamore
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1. Erika G.

“Erika house sat our two dogs for us while we were out of town. She was very patient with our anxious dog and took great care in getting acclimated with him. We really appreciated the pictures and communication, and she left our dogs happy as clams and our home immaculate. Will definitely work with Erika again!”


2. Erika R.

“Erika is wonderful with my dog. He has warmed up to her. Neighbors shared how much they walked and how calm he was with her. I recommend her but not on the days I'll need her in the future”


3. Ann S.


“We can not thank Ann enough for watching our 13 week old puppy, Gary, this past week! She kept us updated the whole trip and sent many pictures! She went above and beyond to make sure our puppy was safe while we were gone. We were able to enjoy our vacation so much more knowing that our puppy was in such great hands. We met with Ann twice prior to our vacation and I was so relieved that I found her once we started talking about safety and care instructions. I could tell that Gary had a great time with Ann and we will definitely reach back out in the future when we have our next trip planned. If you have an upcoming trip, 100% book with Ann.”


4. Lisa (.

“Lisa took great care of my 3 dogs (including 1 puppy) while I was gone. Additionally, tidied up (puppy, remember??!!!) so I didn't have "chores" to address when I returned home.”


5. Grace M.

“Grace did a great job taking care of our Aussie and Border Collie. She was on time and made sure thye had food and meds on time each day. She sent us pics of both throughout her stay and we couldn't be happier. We will definitely use her again.”


6. Lauryn A.
“Lauryn was a great sitter. She always checked in and sent pictures. One of my pups was throwing up due to fast eating, and she was sure to keep me informed and made sure I knew what was going on. I felt confident that my dogs were in great hands!”


7. Kellie H.

“Kellie was so great with our boy, Tyson for a weekend. She communicated clearly before the trip, during our trip (we loved the updates!), and after. She was respectful of our home and a perfect house guest. Tyson was immediately comfortable with her and we were so comforted knowing he was not only being taken care of, but really loved on, while we were gone. We will absolutely use Kellie in the future, if possible.”


8. Bennett M.

“Used Bennett for first time and had a great experience. Pups were well cared for and all was well! Looking forward to having him back for an upcoming vacation.”


9. Angela B.


“We cannot recommend Angela highly enough! Angela provided peace of mind during our vacation and our four furry kids were calm and happy when we returned. It is clear that they were happy, cared for, and stress-free while we were gone. One of our dogs is a bit more nervous than the others, so Angela dropped in a few times leading up to our trip to help our pup get used to her. I cannot imagine this experience going any better!”


10. Vladimir K.

“Most reliable pet sitters ever! We know our pup is safe and can enjoy our vacations without worrying or having to send reminders. Loved the pictures he sends too!”


11. Aaliyah F.
“Aaliyah is incredibly caring, especially when it comes to dogs! I’ve never met a dog that didn’t become obsessed with her. She’s watched my two dogs and I think they almost loved her as much as they loved me. Pretty sure one of them loves her more! She also does a great job watching over senior dogs and is knowledgeable in providing insulin injections.”


12. Matthew M.

“Matt was a conscientious and thoughtful when he sat for us. He went above and beyond to make our pup comfortable and kept us up to date on their activities.”


13. Jesse Z.
“Let me start out by saying that Jesse is quite possibly the most loved individual I know. He’s charismatic and a joy to anyone who meets him. He’s thoughtfully funny and has a quick wit to make him easily the best choice. Throughout the years of knowing Jesse, he’s always had a sixth sense for animals. My family has always had cats and dogs around, and you could always bet on Jesse greeting the animals BEFORE the humans giving him the Annual Animals Choice Award each year (and counting)! Jesse had had pets of his own that he placed high on his priority list. His most recent, his “Boonkie”, was like The Notebook kind of relationship; the kind you only read about or see in the movies. He cared deeply and took Boonkie everywhere he could. Everyone knew and loved her. Jesse made sure she was riding shotgun everywhere they went. If you’re wondering if Jesse is the right candidate, you’ve already wasted too much time reading this far. Jesse is the pick all day and night. You might just find the greatest human you’ve ever met in the process as well (:”


14. Renee L.

“Renee was excellent! She came on time, great communication, sent me a video, even cleaned. I would highly recommend! I’m booking with her again! Thank you Renee!”


15. Karli W.
“Leaving a pet behind while traveling, going to work, or having an emergency can be a major stressor on pet owners and I know the feeling all too well! I have known Karli since she was a young girl. You can trust her to give your pets special attention, talk to them and interact with them like you would, like they’re the most precious pet on earth! She is very reliable and detail oriented and would gladly listen to your requests on how to feed, walk, pet, and hold your beloved animal. Karli has always been a natural animal lover her whole life, from cats and dogs to chickens and goats! She has a special bond with animals that really can’t be put into words. Simply said, she loves them and they love her back! She also enjoys training and has been very successful at it. Karli does a wonderful job caring for animals and is also completely responsible and trustworthy to have in your home! Your pet will love Karli and you will too!”


16. Morgan J.
“Morgan does an amazing job taking care of our 10 year old beagle which can be challenging as our dog occasionally has seizures requiring reassurance and care to get through the crisis. Our beagle is always happy to see her and greets her at the door when she arrives. I highly recommend Morgan to care for your beloved pet.”


17. Haley M.
About: I have lived with dogs all my life. I love playing and cuddling with the sweet ones. Once I can I will be getting a dachshund or pitbull. When my neighbor of 2 years is out of town, I take care of his 2 pit bulls, both over 10 years old. I work Monday to Friday 8 hours a week. If the house is close enough to my warehouse I will be able to visit them during my lunch hour. In my house, the pets are fully inside cats. We make sure to open blinds during the day so they have places to lie in the sun, which they love. They are dry food once a day and wet food every other day. Whatever the client needs to be done for the pet I will do to the best of my abilities.


18. Chloe S.
“Chloe Stewart has been my go-to pet caretaker for many years, she has watched my 3 year old beagle since it was a puppy to now. She is reliable, responsible and caring which she has shown through taking care of my dog, she has never failed with the responsibilities given to her and is overall a great fun pet caregiver!”


19. Kara E.

“Dogs Are family and Kara understands that. We could not have been more happy with Kara. She took great care of our dog, gave her meds, and made sure the house stayed in order. Kara kept us informed the whole time with pictures and notes. Highly recommended to anyone who wants someone amazing and understanding to watch their dog.”


20. Michael F.
“I met Michael outside of Rover about a year ago, where I’d just dislocated my leg in a working accident and couldn’t properly care for my dog, Soka. Michael was there to care for us both. My dog, while friendly with everyone he meets, does not usually take to strangers quickly. With Michael it was different. He immediately sensed something in him, well before I could, and fell in love with him. Michael cared for Soka, remembered his pills and was patient enough to get him to take those pills, despite my dog’s insistence not to. He tended to Soka’s every need, however, I assume most pet sitters will do those things. The difference with Michael is his unfailing kindness and his obsession with doing the job, any job, well. In a word, he is meticulous. He fell in love with my dog and my dog with him, they play as if they’re brothers, and I’ve watched Michael care for Soka as if he were his own. What’s more impressive, Soka is not merely my pet, but has been my service dog for nearly three years. To say I trust Michael with my dog is to say, truthfully, undramatically, that I trust Michael with my life. It seems such a simply thing—hire a man or woman to watch after your pet when you cannot. But it’s so much more than that. Hire the wrong person and a simple, sloppy walk around the block with an unfocused, phone obsessed stranger could lead to the leash being dropped for a moment, a car backfiring and spooking your pet and them running to the street. Hire the wrong person and it could mean a lost pet, or something worse. These are the scenarios that ran races through my mind when I needed someone to help me care for my dog Soka, and they are the scenarios that were put to bed when I met Michael.”
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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 Sycamore on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $50 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 368 house sitters in Sycamore. 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, 90% of Sycamore house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Sycamore have an average of 14 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Sycamore.
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. Sycamore 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.
