Personalized care for your dog or cat - Madison Area
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Madison Area
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“Blue had a great time with Dale and his dogs. His communication with us was great from the start, sending updates everyday of his stay. Made us feel comfortable from the first meet and greet. Will be booking with him again!”
“Wow, Marissa is the best. We got photos frequently and reports of how our furry friend was doing. She was very responsive and flexible with our crazy work schedules. Best sitter ever!”
“Our dog had a fantastic stay at Felix's house. Felix offered a meet and greet before her stay and we could tell immediately that she would be in caring, attentive, capable hands. He was responsive throughout her stay and our dog was happy and healthy at pickup. I would highly recommend. Thanks, Felix!”
“Repeat customer here. Goose loves hanging out with Christina, Michael and the family! They take great care of Goose and always send regular updates so I never have to worry while I’m traveling for work.”
“Jenn was awesome! From the meet & greet to the weekend boarding. I was so nervous as it was our first time having to board our Aussiedoodle Jax. Jenn made sure to send us pictures & videos multiple times per day. It was such an added bonus to see our puppy just having the best time! She had toys & even took him swimming! I know Jax had a great time, he was wore out & sleeping as soon as we got home. She was really understanding & listening when I brought up his food allergies. I will continue using her for boarding & recommending her to our friends with dogs that may need it.”
“Jenna is amazing! She was ultra responsive when it came to booking and she made it super easy. The boys absolutely loved her and had a great time. They came home all tuckered out. We can’t wait to see her again!”
“Puggy LOVES staying with aunt Pam. She takes the most AMAZING care of him while he’s there. This is the second time she has watched Puggy and Aunt Pam will always be our first choice! She is the VERY best!!! & she has the sweetest & most adorable pup crew that Puggy loves playing with and lounging with. Pam lets Puggy sleep in her bed and she spends a ton of time letting him sit in her lap. His favorite! Puggy loves her!”
“Melvin was so kind and took great care of our sweet girl, Mabel. He took her over 4th of July weekend and she can be a little anxious with fireworks, and there were absoloutely no issues. He had a plan to keep the pup as comfortable as possible! You can really tell that he knows what he’s doing, and loves it too!”
“Molly was extremely flexible, thoughtful, and took amazing care of our dog overnight. Her place is lovely and our dog was instantly comfortable. Her dog is very sweet and calm. Would book here 100% anytime we are in Grand Rapids!”
“Alex was awesome! Warm, welcoming and flexible. GusGus had a great time playing with her little dog and getting snuggles from her sweet kids. I definitely recommend esp for happy dogs that “play well with others””
“Our dog hadn't been to a sitter in years. He had a great time and looks forward to a return visit with his new friends. Christie was great at keeping us updated with photos and updates.”
“David was great! He treated my dog like he was family. I had absolute faith that my dog was right at home and all his needs were being met. I knew that I could leave my dog, with high needs and a big personality, in his care and he’d be in great hands. He sent updates & photos as well. Highly recommend!!”
“Evvia was an amazing host. She kept in great contact and I felt very comfortable having her watch my dog while I was out of town. Would definitely recommend!”
“Megan, took great care of Enya. Providing lots of exercise and attention. Really appreciated the daily pictures and video. First time using Rover and if definitely do again. Using Megan, as long as she’d have Enya again😀”
“Erin and Brian were great communicators and took good care of Cedar. They clearly love animals and have created a space where pups are welcome. Cedar enjoyed having playmates for the weekend and came home to us in a chipper mood. We’ll definitely plan to hire Erin and Brian again when we have future pet sitting needs.”
“Ru watched our dog—Bailey—for us while we went on a trip abroad for a week and a half and she was amazing! She updated us and sent pictures of Bailey to us regularly, which made us never worry about if Bailey was doing okay. Ru was also very flexible in extending Bailey’s stay with her by a few hours when our flight back home was unexpectedly canceled. Overall, I highly recommend Ru to watch your companion animals—she’s wonderful!”
“Ohara and her family took great care of our baby dog! He was so happy and content all the time in the pictures. We are very thankful for the love and care you gave Levi and would come back again. Thank you!”
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Cat caregivers near you - Madison Area
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“So glad our Clover is in such capable and responsible hands! Going out for a weekend and vacations are stress-free thanks to Kate! I also love the photos she sends of Clover, his personality is so quirky and the photos are a riot!”
“Melissa was amazing! send me pictures of my cats every day! And really showed she cared about them, keeping them entertained and loved ❤️ great communicator as well!”
“We had a great experience with Maelee! She sent tons of pictures and I could tell my cats were at ease with her. Very good communication and everything was in perfect shape when we got home.”
“Beth was so phenomenal. We had her come on our wedding day to look after our 2 cats, one that requires medication and supplements multiple times a day. I can’t tell you how great it was to not have to worry about my cats at all, and to be able to look at photos of the cats throughout the day and know they were being taken care of. We got back home later that night to 2 very relaxed cats! Cannot recommend Beth enough!”
“Molly did a wonderful job with Doja. I am very thankful for her taking care of her while I was on vacation. She sent such cute pictures and communicated well. Thank you Molly, we appreciate you. ✨🐈⬛🩷”
“Great communication before and during, followed instructions exactly, very helpfully brought in deliveries that accumulated. Cats seem happy to have had someone around to pet and play with them while we were gone.”
“Kaitlin goes above and beyond to take care of our pets. She is extremely communicative and trustworthy, and she does an amazing job. We feel so comfortable having her come take care of our pets for us while we are away and she makes the process so smooth and easy. Would highly recommend her to anyone.”
“Hannah does a great job keeping us up to date on our cat while we’re away. She’s also very flexible and willing to work with us to add extra time to her visits when our guy seems lonely and in need of more attention.”
“Holly Jean was wonderful! She sent me detailed updates about how her drop in visit went. She followed all my instructions perfectly. She was communicative during the booking process and did not hesitate to reach out if she had any further questions. I felt like my cats were well cared for with her!”
“Oh my goodness, amazing! It’s clear she is an animal lover and caretaker. The thoughtful updates on what the kitties were up to and what she did during her time at the check in were so helpful and made me feel so at ease. Will DEFINITELY rebook. Thank you SO much Moira!!!”
“My cats are not easy - they need meds multiple times daily and they have been kind of fussy, not very hungry lately, etc. He did absolutely everything he could and I felt good about leaving them in his care. He gets to know what each cat likes and how to work with their quirks!”
“Booking with Kelsey & Forrest to take care of my cat was such a great experience! They were very communicative, sent pictures and videos of my cat, provided updates, and took very good care of my girl 🐱. This was my first experience with Rover and it was very pleasant. If you want someone that’ll take care of your pet like their own, don’t hesitate to book Kelsey & Forrest. I will definitely book them again in the future :)”
About: I’ve been around cats and dogs since childhood. My friends, family, and co-workers have trusted me to care for their fur babies! I have a senior pittie with reactive/aggressive behavior, so I do have experience and empathy towards that! I work full time Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5pm but can drop in after work or later in the evening as well. Friday-Sunday are my more flexible days! I fully respect the owner’s schedule for their pet and will follow whatever instructions are needed to ensure your pet is safe and cared for properly. I would ask the same for my own!
“Jenn checked in our cats as promised and sent us reports and photos on how they were doing that we appreciated. It was a comfort to know that they were being looked after while we were gone and to know what was going on!”
“I am so thankful for Leah! She did an amazing job with my kitty Groucho. Groucho was having trouble with taking his medication while I was away, and she brought kitty safe baby food to mix it into for him so that it was stress free! So freaking kind. Groucho also socialized with her a little bit and when we got home he had been grooming himself! I was so happy to see that my cat really truly trusted her and was okay while I was on vacation. Thank you for what you did for my baby Leah!”
About: I'm a cat mom by day and a cat-wrangler by trade! I used to work in a Cat Cafe in Fountain Square, Indianapolis. Both barring and tending to cats, pushing wholesome adoptions, and providing genuinely kind experiences for both cats and humans alike. I have two chonky boys of my own, Vlad and Enzo, and their quirks are probably like other cats' quirks. I love them.
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Madison Area
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“This was our first time leaving our dog (Fitz) with anyone, so wasn't sure how it was going to go. Joshua made us feel very comfortable. He took great care of Fitz and updated us throughout the day!”
“Jacy was absolutely fantastic! Cinder had an amazing time with her. She sent frequent updates throughout the day along with lots of photos, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. She was incredibly kind, accommodating, and easy to communicate with from start to finish. Her home and yard were the perfect place for pups to run, play, and have a great time. What really set her apart was how she went above and beyond. At the end of the day, she surprised us with a few printed photos of Cinder to take home, which was such a thoughtful and unexpected gesture. It's clear she genuinely cares about the dogs she watches and the people who trust her with them. We could tell Cinder was happy, well cared for, and having an absolute blast. We wouldn't hesitate to book with Jacy again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional Rover sitter!”
About: I’ve always had animals of my own, basically since I was old enough to walk. I started my own pet-sitting business when I was 13. I’m the go-to for friends and family when they need their babies cared for and I love every breed. I studied veterinary medicine for a number of years and have more recently begun to train dogs, as well. I work full-time but I make my own schedule. I also live just a few minutes away from my work and can pop back to my house when need be. I’m already taking care of our senior dog, our new puppy, and our two cats. I love being outside and taking the babies for walks. I have a fenced in yard as well as two other dogs and two other cats. I have a large crate as well as two portable enclosures and no shortage of extra bowls, blankets, toys, and towels. I live in a great neighborhood and there is a park a block away. It’s important to me that animals are well taken care of and I love spending extra time playing and snuggling with any babies I get to hang out with.
“Megan did a great job watching our pup. She sent lots of pictures and kept us updated while we were gone. Harley was EXHAUSTED when we left, which is always a great sign. Will definitely use her again.”
“Melissa was absolutely awesome taking care of our dog, Finn! She’s so friendly and Finn felt comfortable with her right away. I felt good leaving him in her hands. I definitely recommend her if you need some doggie daycare!”
About: I’ve had dogs my entire life, currently have a rescue that is a Cur/Dalmatian mix. I fostered a German Shepherd and just found him his forever home! My previous pup was a pure bred red-nose pit! I work from home so am available for all needs! And yes, my dog does sleep on my bed! Lots of outdoor toys to tire them out! I have a fenced in yard and a “puppy pool” for those hot days! I live in a quiet neighborhood with an excellent dog walking route, even have a neighbor who put out dog treats in a mailbox for frequent walkers!
“Daniel is a natural with dogs. Both of our dogs went to him immediately and couldn’t wait to go inside. They are not always like that with new people. Daniel kept me updated with a few photos and texts throughout the day. Will definitely use Daniel again.”
“Omg I had so much anxiety leaving him while I had to go to work but Mimi and her pets became quick friends with my pup Frankie. I am so grateful for her watching him while I was gone. Her dog Roxy was so sweet with Frankie too. He already loves goes to her house!”
About: I've had one or more dogs in my life since I was 6 years old. I currently have a senior red heeler that I rescued 8 years ago. Not only have I grown up taking care of my own dogs, as an adult I dog sit quite regularly for friends. I do work from home, which affords me the opportunity to take breaks to interact with and toilet my heeler and any other dog we have visiting, on their schedules. I work from home, so Monday thru Friday, I rarely leave my home, except to take the dog for walks. I may go away in the evenings, during the week, for a couple hours, but that's rare. I do tend to be more active on the weekends, doing my grocery shopping and running other errands, as well church on Sundays, and an occasional brunch. I do have a fenced in back yard as well as a senior red heeler (as stated earlier). My heeler doesn't really pay much attention to other dogs, and seems to prefer the company of humans. That being said, he gets along great with other dogs.
“Krysten was very easy to communicate with and made us feel confident leaving Daryl in her care. He seemed to have made himself at home and enjoyed his visit. We would certainly book with Krysten again.”
“Chris and Vashti are great! They’re almost always available, even when I need daycare last minute. They share constant updates throughout the day. I get photos and messages showing Cinder Block having the best time, which makes it so much easier to leave him knowing he’s in great hands. It’s clear they genuinely care about the dogs they watch, not just going through the motions. Cinder comes home happy, tired, and clearly well cared for every single time. Couldn’t recommend them more.”
About: I grew up with two dogs fully in my care. Throughout my childhood, from the age of 10 to 18, I dedicated myself to researching various breeds of dogs and cats, including their historical backgrounds. As a result, I am quite knowledgeable about pets and am often recognized for my patience and calm demeanor. Summer Weekday Evening Availability During the summer months, from June 7th to August 25th, I am available for pet care services from All hours, Monday through Friday. Fall/Early Winter Availability From August 24th to December 18th, I am available for pet care, including walking and sitting, on Monday through Thursday evenings starting at 6:45 PM. On Fridays, I have full-day availability, and on Saturdays, I am available from 3:00 PM onwards. Winter/Spring Availability From January 1st to May 29th, my availability for pet care on weekdays (Monday to Friday) is from 5:30 PM until the evening. On Saturdays, I am available from 3:00 PM onwards. I will dedicate my full attention to them. Soon, my home will feature a fenced yard, but for now, I will ensure they have opportunities to play outdoors, including visits to dog parks where they can fetch or simply enjoy themselves. I will attend to their needs for bathroom breaks and provide them with a designated sleeping area. For cats, I will allow them to relax peacefully at home.
“Katrina took excellent care of my dog Blu. She was consistent with communication and updates about how Blu was doing. She made sure to keep him comfortable and took him for walks throughout the day. I would absolutely recommend allowing Katrina to take care of your fur baby!”
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Madison Area
Prices are estimates per walk. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Kate has walked our pups a couple of times now and has done a great job! Molly & Mingo love to walk with her and we are very grateful for her flexibility. We will definitely be using her in the future.”
“Jasmine is an awesome dog walker! She was very attentive and left some of the best notes I've ever had from a dog walker/sitter, which I really appreciated. She also used rover cards, which helps a ton, so I know where Moe walked and how far during the day. 10/10 will use again. I can also tell she has a lot of good experience working with animals. Thanks Jasmine!”
“First time Rover users, so we did a walk with Lillie to get Odin acclimated before house sitting for a week next week. Lillie handled Odin’s confusion very well and took him around the subdivision and took notes for the upcoming stay.”
“This was my first time having Colene come to visit and walk my sweet girl and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! She had excellent communication and showed my little Lula some love and attention while I had to be away for the day. Will be using again!!”
“I would highly recommend Maelee. She has walked Scout multiple times now and is always on time and a great communicator. Plus the cute pictures after the walk are always an added bonus 😊”
About: I’ve fostered a few pets and have been involved with animals all throughout my life. I have a big dog myself (my best friend) and so I can handle larger dogs, but also little and medium ones too! I can walk your dog, bring them to the park and just hang out! I’m quite flexible, with everyday availability! My weekly work schedule varies, but I have dedicated time daily, both before and after my work shifts, to love and care for your pets. Just reach out with your ideal times and we will coordinate the perfect visit for your furry friend(s)!! I have a fenced yard, it’s not super big but if we need more space going on walks and to the park is always fun! I have a dog, a cat, and a tortoise at home so I have experience caring for all sorts of animals, and of all different sizes and personalities. I’m hoping to start volunteering at the animal shelter once they open up their volunteering! For me, spending time with animals has always been a huge passion for me and I’m excited to meet your fur baby!
“Katie is amazing! We are new to GR and were nervous about finding someone to walk our dog. Katie was incredible! She was 100% on time, she listened to what our dog needed (wanted to turn around early on their walk) and then spent the remainder of their time hanging out! I could not be more thankful to have someone like Katie!”
“Brian did a great job checking in on Mochi when I had to work all day. He took him for a walk and made sure he went potty. Gave Mochi lots of treats and attention! Thanks again ?”
“I am a very over protective doggie mom. I met Claire and instantly liked her and so did my Daisy. She helped us out for a few days and I cannot tell you how pleased and grateful I am for hiring her. She is wonderful with dogs (and mine is strong and a bit wild). My dog LOVES her! I cannot recommend Claire enough! I wish this offered more than 5 stars!”
About: I used to operate a rescue and shelter outside of Atlanta. I have experience with all types of animals in all types of conditions. Familiar with special needs, dietary restrictions, after surgery care, blind animals and more. I have always been an animal lover and I currently have 3 dogs I would like to make pet care my full time job. I currently do some side work in the construction field but would really enjoy spending all my time with the pets if possible I have a fenced in yard and two fully separated areas of the house and garage that open into the yard that can accommodate any animals who aren’t comfortable around other pets. I let my dogs on the couches and beds and they have free reign of the house
About: In my 16 years of watching dogs, I’ve had the pleasure of being the exclusive dogsitter for 8+ families across northeast Indiana, Indianapolis and Grand Rapids. I’ve worked with families of multiple dogs, experienced hands-on training from certified dog trainers, and families with more than dogs. All-in-all, I’ve come to know and experience many routines for many breeds and have provided excellent care for all of them. I'm newly self-employed after 3 years of working remotely! Looking to both apply my whole self to this marketing agency founder life while being able to pay my bills. I can work remotely from anywhere with wifi, a spot to sit, perhaps a good cup of coffee, and any fur babes by my side. And like pets, I need my exercise, too. With 16 years of experience, I've definitely encountered many furry faces with many unique features. And I can handle the cats with claws and the big dogs with lots of bark and no bite. It's been observed by my closest friends, family, and perfect strangers that I bring a calming aura to their personal spaces. I'd care for your pets, and your home, as I care for my own: sticking to routines, prioritizing their health and safety, getting them active, all while maintaining a clean home.
About: I have owned two dogs and they were my responsibilities to take care of them. More recently I had a 16 year old dog that I would consider my “soul dog”. She taught me how to be prepared for every stage in a dogs life ~ from puppy, to psycho hyper dog, to well behaved, to maybe doesn’t do well with other dogs, to being needy and wanting extra love, or to her wanting her alone time. She also taught me towards the end of her life how on top of appointments I needed to be or how to trick her into taking her medicine (as that was a hassle) and to pay extra attention for signs of not feeling good. I will make sure your dog gets the love and attention it needs! I love to play with dogs and miss having a companion. If your dog likes to go to the dog park I’ll take them! I think it’s good for dogs to socialize with others, unless there are circumstances that prevent that from happening that’s understandable as well. Choose me to make sure your dog gets taken care of the right way! I currently work from home Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30. I will make sure to adjust my schedule to what your dog needs. I currently have a roommate with a dog and help her out when needed or take her dog to the dog park when I can tell she needs socialization. Due to having a dog in my house it’s not an option for me to host another dog unfortunately. I always make time to go outside. I’ll have treats to offer. Your dog will get a lot of attention with me. I’ll make sure to comfort them since they will be without their owner! I am respectful of others home’s and follow instructions for their pets.
About: I’ve always loved dogs and make sure to give them the best care possible. I want to take care of them as if they were my own. During the week, I work full-time and don’t have a lunch break, but I’m typically available after 4:15–4:30 PM, and I’m off at 3:00 PM on Fridays. Whether your pet needs walks, playtime, cuddles, or just a little extra company, I’m happy to help however I can. I make sure to always take dogs on walks, and give them extra care. I’m more than happy to sit outside with them (weather pending) and play or just hangout together.
“Hannah is amazing. She goes over and above during her dog walks and has been extraordinarily flexible with her schedule. Our little Sadie loves her and we appreciate her so much!”
“I cannot express how thankful I am to Leah for providing dog walks three times a week and dog sitting for multiple vacations since August! My recently departed Albie is normally super fearful, but he actually opened up to Leah! She was able to care for him despite his little quirks. And Wicket absolutely adores Leah! He looks forward to their daily walks. Leah has stayed at my home multiple times when I’ve had to be out of town and watched both dogs. I never have to worry when I know she’s staying with them. Added bonus - my place is tidier than when I left it! Leah is the absolute best. I cannot recommend her highly enough!”
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Large dog specialists near you - Madison Area
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Blue had a great time with Dale and his dogs. His communication with us was great from the start, sending updates everyday of his stay. Made us feel comfortable from the first meet and greet. Will be booking with him again!”
“Wow, Marissa is the best. We got photos frequently and reports of how our furry friend was doing. She was very responsive and flexible with our crazy work schedules. Best sitter ever!”
“Our dog had a fantastic stay at Felix's house. Felix offered a meet and greet before her stay and we could tell immediately that she would be in caring, attentive, capable hands. He was responsive throughout her stay and our dog was happy and healthy at pickup. I would highly recommend. Thanks, Felix!”
“Repeat customer here. Goose loves hanging out with Christina, Michael and the family! They take great care of Goose and always send regular updates so I never have to worry while I’m traveling for work.”
“Melvin was so kind and took great care of our sweet girl, Mabel. He took her over 4th of July weekend and she can be a little anxious with fireworks, and there were absoloutely no issues. He had a plan to keep the pup as comfortable as possible! You can really tell that he knows what he’s doing, and loves it too!”
“Molly was extremely flexible, thoughtful, and took amazing care of our dog overnight. Her place is lovely and our dog was instantly comfortable. Her dog is very sweet and calm. Would book here 100% anytime we are in Grand Rapids!”
“Alex was awesome! Warm, welcoming and flexible. GusGus had a great time playing with her little dog and getting snuggles from her sweet kids. I definitely recommend esp for happy dogs that “play well with others””
“Our dog hadn't been to a sitter in years. He had a great time and looks forward to a return visit with his new friends. Christie was great at keeping us updated with photos and updates.”
“David was great! He treated my dog like he was family. I had absolute faith that my dog was right at home and all his needs were being met. I knew that I could leave my dog, with high needs and a big personality, in his care and he’d be in great hands. He sent updates & photos as well. Highly recommend!!”
“Megan, took great care of Enya. Providing lots of exercise and attention. Really appreciated the daily pictures and video. First time using Rover and if definitely do again. Using Megan, as long as she’d have Enya again😀”
“Erin and Brian were great communicators and took good care of Cedar. They clearly love animals and have created a space where pups are welcome. Cedar enjoyed having playmates for the weekend and came home to us in a chipper mood. We’ll definitely plan to hire Erin and Brian again when we have future pet sitting needs.”
“Ohara and her family took great care of our baby dog! He was so happy and content all the time in the pictures. We are very thankful for the love and care you gave Levi and would come back again. Thank you!”
“Dan and Kelly were amazing with our two dogs!! This is our first time using Rover and also our first time leaving our pups with someone who wasn’t our family, they are 8 & 9. Though we were fairly short notice, Dan helped walk us through the Rover process, allowed us to do a meet and greet ahead of time, and was very flexible with drop off and pick up. Not knowing how our dogs would do as a first time away from us with non-family, there was a lot of anxiety on our side and it all was put to rest with videos and pictures of our pups having a great time there! There’s no doubt our dogs have some quirks but Dan and Kelly took amazing care of them and made them/us feel very welcome! Their house is very pet friendly with the toys, beds, and large fenced in backyard. So grateful to have found them, and strongly recommend them for your furry family members!”
“Katherine was excellent with our black lab! Even with a fairly short notice, she and her family welcomed her and took great care of her over the weekend. Would book again!”
“Kina was so great, replied fast, and was extremely caring and accommodating for my last minute booking. She took such good care of my grandmas dog and made sure to send plenty of photos and videos! Would highly recommend her to anyone”
“Hannah took such wonderful care of our Lincoln! She was very responsive and sent updates each day. Lincoln seemed happy and relaxed - which speaks volumes. Would definitely recommend Hannah!”
“Leslie did a great job watching my pup, this was my first experience leaving my dog with a sitter and she was amazing. Very attentive to what my dog needs and was easy to contact, and flexible. Highly recommend”
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