House Sitting in The Plains

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Top rated The Plains house sitters

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicole D.
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Nicole D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
8 repeat clients
5 years of experience
The Plains, OH, 45780

Nicole was great! Very communicative and sent pictures often. She asked thoughtful questions to ensure that she was taking the best care of Ollie that she could.

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Jacob H.
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$40
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4.7 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
20 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

Jacob did an amazing job with our two dogs and home. He came out and met them the night before on short notice. He was a lifesaver and we will be calling him again! Our dogs can be choosy and they hit it off with Jacob right away. Great Experience!

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Timothy H.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

Timothy was awesome with my sweet boy Dozer! He did everything as instructed including medication administration and followed his special diet. We will be booking with Timothy again in the near future. He even sent photos!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kassidy M.
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Kassidy M.
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$25
per night
6 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

About: I bring over 6 years of pet sitting experience, along with a year of hands-on service dog training. This background has given me strong skills in structure, positive reinforcement, and confidently working with dogs of all temperaments. I’m comfortable reinforcing training for puppies, providing mental stimulation for high-energy dogs, and offering patient, attentive care for seniors who may need a slower pace or extra support. Safety, consistency, and clear communication are always my priorities. In addition to training service dog pups, I’ve trained my own dogs using cues in different languages, strengthening my understanding of how dogs learn and respond to clear, consistent guidance. I don’t just “watch” pets — I actively engage with them. Whether it’s structured walks, playtime, or reinforcing good manners, I make sure your pet feels secure, stimulated, and genuinely cared for while you’re away. I have a flexible schedule and am available for morning, afternoon, and evening visits. I can accommodate weekday and weekend bookings and will communicate clearly about any scheduling changes in advance. Every pet deserves patience, consistency, and a safe space while their family is away. I’m attentive, reliable, and committed to providing loving care while maintaining clear communication and a secure home environment.

Sitter Profile Image: Nessa L.
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Nessa L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

Nessa was fantastic! She house sat and cat sat for me while I was on vacation. She was attentive and very communicative. She made sure to send pictures while I was away. I will definitely rebook with her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Maya Z.
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Maya Z.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

Maya was fantastic. She communicated very consistently, was on time, and kept our four dogs healthy and safe. We will definitely schedule her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Grace V.
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Grace V.
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$30
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10 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

About: Growing up in a suburb of Columbus, I started house-sitting, pet-sitting, and babysitting for my family and neighbors at 12 years old. Over the years, I've been trusted with the pets of loved ones and strangers alike. I am comfortable with dogs, cats, and exotics. If you have young pets, I am also happy to reinforce their training. As a fourth-year Biology student at Ohio University, I am taking one in-person class T/TH. The rest of my time is spent collecting data and writing my thesis, so I have a ton of flexibility with my schedule! M-F I can be at your home after 5:00 PM, but I can also arrange drop-ins before then. I live in a small apartment, so unfortunately I cannot board any animals. However, I'm more than happy to pet-sit at your home! I love detailed instructions and will update you with pictures throughout the day. The safety of your pets and home are my #1 priority.

Sitter Profile Image: Audrey M.
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Audrey M.
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$38
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

Audrey was excellent. Both our dogs and cat were well-cared for; our house looked great upon our return. She communicated regularly, reassured us that out pets were doing well and were well looked after while we were away.

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Sitter Profile Image: Elaina D.
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Elaina D.
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$38
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
5 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Millfield, OH, 45761

Elaina was a great dog watcher. My dogs loved her and it was obvious they felt comfortable with her. She provided a ton of photos and updates about our animals. She even went above and beyond as my pest control had to come by the house and she was willing to coordinate with me for them! I’d definitely use her again!

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Andrea R.
Sitter Profile Image: Stefania B.
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Stefania B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

Stefania was great. She watched Theo for a week. We live out in the country and it was when there was a really, really bad snowstorm and she was able to make it work. She even came back an extra time on the last day because I was running later than I thought I was going to.

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Michelle W.
Sitter Profile Image: Shelby E.
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Shelby E.
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$80
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
The Plains, OH, 45780

Shelby was awesome for our dog Dewey. She kept us constantly informed and asked questions whenever she was concerned about him or needed clarification. We'll definitely be using her again and would recommend her to a friend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Marie C.
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Marie C.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

Thanks for your help on short notice

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Sitter Profile Image: Maggie K.
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Maggie K.
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$50
per night
15 years of experience
Nelsonville, OH, 45764

About: Constantly taking the time to do my research on different breeds and how they differentiate from another. I love to understand animal behaviors and know proper training techniques to help your pup be the best they can always be. I will always put your pets needs before anything else, and ensure they have a fun time in my care! Learning your pets routine is always at the top of my list. I have trained anything from puppies to senior dogs. I have plenty of experience with administering pet medications to animals if they have a daily medicine or they are temporarily on something for any condition they may have. They will always have a pawsitive experience in my care 🐕‍🦺💫 Daily I care for my own pets and have the opportunity to bring my pups to work occasionally to meet and greet with people. Owning 5 cats and 2 dogs myself makes me the best fit to care and be trusted with your animals as well! I have so much love and care to give and being around animals and learning how to handle a variety of behaviors has always been such a passion for me, and one day I would love to see myself go back to school to be a vet! I do not currently offer care for other peoples pets in my own home, but it is something I would like to work towards eventually. In your home, I follow your pets routine and find out their likes and dislikes. I will keep them engaged in play, keep their water always clean and fresh all the while learning how unique your pets personality is! Walking your pet, I will always carry cold fresh water with me and a clean bowl, as well as treats and bags to clean up their poop if they go while we walk. If your pup struggles with walking on a leash properly, I am more than willing to help train them to not pull while we walk and reward them with high value treats when they do good! My love for animals and proper care of all pets is constantly shown in my daily life and grows every day!

Sitter Profile Image: Laura C.
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Laura C.
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$65
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

Laura helped us out last minute and took such good care of our little Oliver! She even stayed some extra time when we made an error with our booking. We will definitely book her again in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth L.
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Elizabeth L.
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$45
per night
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

About: I’ve had a dog my whole life, which ended up as me taking care of the dog. And I have also taken care of my neighbors dog multiple times. I recently have got three baby guinea pigs with my boyfriend! I’m currently a full-time student at Ohio university with my Monday, Wednesday Fridays free! I only have one morning class on Tuesdays and Thursdays so my care would be flexible I always try to keep an eye on my dog when he is outside just for safety purposes and in case the fences ever unlocked or anything goes wrong that I’m there to witness it. I’d always make sure to keep an eye on anything. I also always ensure that my pigs have a completely safe cage.

Sitter Profile Image: Kayla O.
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Kayla O.
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$80
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
8 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

Reliable and Trustworthy. My dogs were happy and so were we.

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Sitter Profile Image: Eva S.
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Eva S.
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$30
per night
10 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

About: I love all pets of all shapes and forms! I understand that every pet has a unique personality and needs, and I adjust my care to match. I’m a graduate student looking for ways to make some money! I am available to stop by any day of the week after 3pm, and on weekend. We can communicate about more possibilities! Whether your pet is high energy or more shy, I take the time to learn their routine, favorite activities, schedules, and any special instructions so they feel safe and loved.

Sitter Profile Image: Wendy V.
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Wendy V.
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$95
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5.0 out of 5 stars
116 reviews
30 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Nelsonville, OH, 45764

Wendy was great. She snatched up an impossible to cover NYE dog sit in our home last minute. She was great at communicating and we came home and our pup seemed tired from being exercised and cared for.

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Sitter Profile Image: Paige K.
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Paige K.
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$50
per night
10 years of experience
The Plains, OH, 45780

About: Student Affairs professional for OHIO and love all furry animals. I had an amazing Norwegian Elkhound Mix and 2 cats. Now I have 9 month lab mix and 1 cat. Both very friendly and good with everyone. I'm very patient, optimistic, and kind. I have experience with pups & senior dogs. I'm comfortable administering medication, including injections and promise to love your pet unconditionally while they are in my care. Depending on the needs of your pets they'll enjoy at least one walk a day, potentially a hike, and get plenty of attention throughout their stay with me. Before rescuing my current dog, I trained two Great Pyrenees from 6 months to 3 years for a friend. I'm comfortable with all dogs and cats and hope I can help provide care for you soon! During the school year I work from home 2 days a weeks and in the summer 3 days! This gives me plenty of flexibility to check on your pets as needed. Additionally, I have the flexibility to check during my lunch break if needed when I'm in the office. I have a fenced in backyard and will gate off sections of our home until we know the dog is comfortable in our home and with our dog & cat. We block off the stairs to keep them on the ground floor with us.

Sitter Profile Image: hailey s.
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hailey s.
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$28
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
9 years of experience
Athens, OH, 45701

About: I’ve always cared for animals since I was younger and I’ve pet sit for awhile because I love animals!! I would love for you to give me a chance to care of your babies!! I currently work at a daycare part time and go to college part time but can always fit in time to help care for your animals! I can feed, walk, cuddle, play, and just hangout with your animals to keep them company while you’re gone! Just let me know what’s needed and I can do it!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Stefania was great. She watched Theo for a week. We live out in the country and it was when there was a really, really bad snowstorm and she was able to make it work. She even came back an extra time on the last day because I was running later than I thought I was going to.

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Michelle W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jane did an amazing job watching our three pets! During the meet and greet, she was so knowledgeable and asked great questions. While she was watching our pets, we got a bunch of positive updates and could tell that she definitely took the time to get to know our fur babies. We felt confident and assured that she would do a great job, and she surpassed our expectations. She also took great care of our home. We definitely recommend her!

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Caprice E.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Moki was well and lovingly cared for in my home. Maryrose kept me updated daily with pictures of their daily trail runs and walks. Maryrose’s has a special connection with animals that put Moki at ease right away. I will continue the trail runs as Moki is more energized and feeling like a pup again! I would highly recommend her.

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Wendy P.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jacob was amazing and we felt comfortable knowing our babies were safe and being cared for. He was super quick to reply to my messages checking in and he sent me pics and thorough updates daily. I have an older dog who is diabetic and blind and jacob was great with him giving him his insulin shots with no issues. We also had a newly adopted dog and Jacob was comfortable taking care of a dog that we were still getting to know.

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Nicole M.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Danielle did a great job taking care of our pets and home. Everyone was happy upon our return and the house looked great!

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Megan K.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Gillian was great. She’s trustworthy and prompt. Unfortunately we have an extremely skittish dog who just doesn’t warm up to everyone and that made it impossible for Gillian to complete the job. Not her fault whatsoever. I would recommend her for “normal” pets.

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Melanie L.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Timothy was very responsive and great with our dogs, giving medications on time and communicating with us regularly throughout the stay.

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Stephanie P.
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in The Plains on Rover as of Mar 2026 was about $38 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.

If you’re searching for a The Plains house sitter for the first time, visit the house sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a house sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Mar 2026, there are 57 house sitters in The Plains. 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, 95% of The Plains house sitters 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 The Plains.

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. The Plains 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.