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1. Meredith G.
“Our guys were in great hands, we haven’t let them with a new person in a long time and they seemed like they had a good weekend! Dexter can be particularly difficult so I’m happy he got along with Meredith and she sent some super cute pics of him being a good dog!”
2. Rilee H.
“Rilee was a delight to have as a dog sitter. Rilee was responsive, extremely kind, and great with our dog. Rilee was flexible and built a nice relationship with our dog. Definitely looking forward to having Rilee dog sit again.”
3. Alyssa F.
“Alyssa did a great job watching my senior dog. She sent regular updates and photos, which I greatly appreciated. I also felt at ease since she has so much experience with pets and wants to be a veterinarian. I definitely recommend her and would be happy to have her watch my dog in the future.”
4. Madeline N.
“Madeline did so great taking care of our pups! I came home to a clean home and a happy dogs. Made me feel so comfortable being away and not worrying!”
5. Addison M.
“Addison has walked/taken care of our 7 year old Golden Retriever a lot over the past several months. Addison is responsible and shows up when she is asked and is great with our dog. Addison has a genuine love for animals and I would recommend her for anyone looking for a reliable person to care for their animal.”
6. Mindy K.
“Mindy did an excellent job caring for my dogs. She was very communicative and handled my excitable pup really well. Both dogs were very happy.”
7. Dani G.
“Hiring a pet sitter was a new experience for me as previously we had only cats who could be left for a short time with a feeder. Dani did really great with my dog and came by to meet him ahead of time at my request. She communicated well with me while we were gone and kept me updated on how things were going. She was flexible and worked with us to meet his normal schedule and he was happy and well cared for and the cats did well too. Will definitely use her again!”
8. Cory S.
“Corey was a helpful and communicative pet sitter who spent time with my dog, and was flexible. Checked in multiple times to make sure we had his services as long as they were needed. I would book with Corey again.”
9. Ashley L.
“Once again, Ashley took amazing care of our fur baby! We love the pictures she shares and how she makes special treats for Marley. Highly recommend and would use again in a heartbeat!”
10. Kimberlee A.
“Kimberlee is great! We needed a house sitting and she was amazing. Everything was organized and clean at our place. She's responsible, did lots of activities with our dog, snuggled with him, and sent us lots of pictures, videos and updates. We really liked her and would highly recommend! :)”
11. Alexa N.
“Alexa is a good communicator, professional and trustworthy. She and her dachshund Maple stayed at my house and I felt very confident that my dog was well cared for.”
12. Zoey W.
“Zoey watched my dog and rats for two weeks while I was out of town. She was amazing, and I'd highly recommend her to anyone! She was very patient with my dog who takes a minute to warm up to people, and was accommodating of all my requests (like watering my many plants and putting out my trash). She sent photos of my babies while I was gone, and made me feel like they were enjoying their time with her while I was away! I will definitely try to book with her again in the future :)”
13. Lorri C.
“Lorri was fantastic with my little guy while I went out of town. She had excellent communication with frequent photos and I felt that she genuinely cared for my dog as if it were her own. Very trustworthy and would recommend and request her again in the future!”
14. Milo W.
“The pups just LOVE you! Thanks!!”
15. Jessica S.
About: Need someone to come over and play with your dogs, taken them on walks, or sit and cuddle them? I’m your gal! Happy to stay as long as you need to make sure your fur babies are loved and happy I currently work in Champaign 8-4 with plenty of free time in the evenings to come check on your pets or take them for walks Please leave instructions on what you need done, toys, leashes, etc and I will make sure your pets get all the attention and love they need
16. Patrick D.
“Patrick housesat and watched our dog and kitten over the Christmas holidays. He sent us daily photos and prompt messages. On very short notice he was able to stay an extra night due to our travel delays. We would definitely schedule again for any future pet sitting 😊”
17. Jennifer S.
“Jen took such wonderful care of our two cats and small dog. She is extremely knowledgeable, easy to schedule with, responsive, and all the pets warmed up to her very quickly! We felt very comfortable leaving our pets and our home in her care and are so grateful for her. Highly recommend Jen for any kind of pet care you may need.”
18. Sarah F.
“Sarah is an amazing pet caregiver! She is responsible, attentive, and truly loves animals. My pets were so happy and well cared for. Highly recommend her services! – Melisa D.”
19. David S.
“Dave was a great sitter for our cat! He made sure to come over everyday not just to feed our cat, but to also spend time with, cuddle, and play with her. He kept her company while we were away for vacations.”
20. Katie F.
“Katie didn't skip a beat when we left town sort-of last minute. She took great care of the home and our fur squad. I would recommend her for anyone with pets of any size and age, as ours range from pup to senior and K9 to feline.”
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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 Urbana on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $49 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 168 house sitters in Urbana. 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 Urbana house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Urbana have an average of 17 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 Urbana.
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. Urbana 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.
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