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Sitter Profile Image: Kayla R.
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Kayla R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Van Buren, AR, 72956

Kayla did an amazing job accommodating all of our requests and made us feel very comfortable leaving our boys with her! She kept us updated and sent us all the pictures we asked for. The dogs were so comfortable I’m not even sure they realized we were gone. We will definitely be using her in the future!

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Bonnie H.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
92 reviews
32 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Fort Smith, AR, 72903

We booked Bonnie to watch our 5 dogs for a week. She was extremely attentive to the dogs and gave them so much love while we were gone. She kept us updated on any changes in the schedule that may have come up. We got plenty of photos and videos, we are so happy with Bonnie’s stay and will definitely use her again!

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Amari C.
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$50
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4.8 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
7 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Fort smith, AR, 72903

Very good at communicating and let me facetime Stitch whenever I wanted. She also made sure that he got plenty of long walks. Will definitely book with her again.

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Megan S.
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Deborah H.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
18 years of experience
Fort Smith, AR, 72903

Amazing sitter! Kept us up to date every day with pictures and texts. Left the place basically cleaner than she found it. She’s very respectful reliable!

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Chloe V.
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Breanna G.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
113 reviews
40 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Fort Smith, AR, 72903

Breanna was great for dog sitting! My dog can be nervous when I’m out of town but Breanna was patient with her. It was so nice having peace of mind while I was away.

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Shelby F.
Sitter Profile Image: Jurnee W.
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Jurnee W.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
15 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Fort Smith, AR, 72903

Jurnee did a great job caring for our pups while we where out of town. She was dependable and kept us up to date with picture, would definitely recommend her to other pet owners.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kinzley B.
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Kinzley B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
10 years of experience
Fort Smith, AR, 72903

Kinzley was great with our Joscoe! He loves her and we know she spoiled him while we were gone. We felt very comfortable with her staying in our home and caring for our big boy. Highly recommend her for your house sitting/pet sitting needs.

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Sitter Profile Image: Hannah J.
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Hannah J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
83 reviews
33 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Fort Smith, AR, 72903

Hannah did a great job caring for my fur babies while we were out of town. She has a very calming temperament and very well suited my old dogs spoiled dogs.

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Sitter Profile Image: Veronica & Tyler B.
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Veronica & Tyler B.
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$50
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36 years of experience
Fort Smith, AR, 72901

About: Hello there! We're Tyler and Veronica, you can call us T&V-your soon-to-be favorite house sitters! After nearly 20 years as traveling musicians, we can't resist the call of the open road. Originally from Arkansas, we've had the joy of house/pet sitting across the country and staying with incredible hosts worldwide. We both grew up with dogs and had 4 dogs early in our marriage. V started babysitting at age 10 (which included helping with pets) and has been a dog lover ever since! We can’t wait to meet your fur baby! Married for 25 fascinating years, we're passionate about animals, exploring new places, savoring delicious food, and engaging in lively conversations. House sitting allows us to help others while continuing our adventures, discovering new cities, and embracing diverse cultures. We love immersing ourselves in different neighborhoods, gaining fresh perspectives, and learning from our travels. We're excited to bring our love for life and our caring touch to your home. Let's create some great memories together! Pricing is negotiable. We take your care requests to heart and will love your fur babies as if they were our own. We take great care while sitting or walking while paying attention to the animals and their behaviors and needs.

Sitter Profile Image: Emily H.
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Emily H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
20 years of experience
Alma, AR, 72921

About: I LOVE all dogs! I have had a dog in my life since I was 4, with large and medium sizes being my bread and butter. I know the little dogs can be timid but I can snuggle them until they tolerate me 😬. I am a millennial dog/cat mom, so you know I love scritches, belly rubs, snuggles, and giving treat-o’s. My dog doesn’t fetch but I’ll play with yours til the cows come home! I worked for a dog groomer as the bathing attendant for two summers as a kid, so if your babies need a quick bath while I’m there, depending on how they can handle it with a new person, I am available. I’m versed in giving pets medication, so no need to worry if your pupper needs a little something to help them stay healthy! I work from home full time currently, but if I need to leave during the day to go check on your fur baby/they’re on a bathroom/medication schedule, my boss is very lenient and lets me make up time. Walks would primarily only be available in the afternoons/evenings to avoid the heat around here. I am very organized and like to write down any rules/quirks/schedules that your pet needs to be on. I’m also not afraid to ask/answer questions, so if you’re open to conversations via the app, I’m your girl!

Sitter Profile Image: Michell L.
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Michell L.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
North, Fort Smith, AR, 72903

About: I have always been around animals!! I have lived a farm life and a city life. I enjoy taking care of many different types of animals, especially cats , dogs, and recently had some hands on learning experiences with otters! I have skills working with special needs animals that have seizures to not having some of their limbs. I hold a special place in my heart for all fur babies. Pet care is my full time job :). Lots of flexibility and time for your pets. My availability will be 24/7. Whatever is convenient for you. I do live an in apartment. You can come to me or I can come to you. I have my little dog that will probably be coming with me for animals that might need a play partner. My home is kept clean and pet friendly. All chemicals are always put up high. I supply puppy pads, kitty litter, toys while at my home.

Sitter Profile Image: Carmen S.
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Carmen S.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
3 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Fort smith, AR, 72908

Highly recommend! Carmen is such a nice person and was great with my dogs and horse. She sent me updates and pictures and left our home in perfect condition.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jacee S.
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Jacee S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
2 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Fort smith, AR, 72903

Jacee took great care of Ghost and Baxter! Will definitely book her for the future next time I leave town !

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Chyenne G.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Fort Smith, AR, 72903

I really liked Chyenne, we are really picky who we leave our dogs with and interviewed many people on the site, we did many meet and greets and after seeing how comfortable our dogs were when meeting her we felt relieaved

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Darienne S.
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Justin J.
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$35
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4.7 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
10 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Fort smith, AR, 72908

First time to have Justin take care of my two dogs. They were well cared for, really appreciated not having to leave their home and very happy. Justin is friendly, listens and follows instructions and dependable. I will use his services many times in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexus C.
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Alexus C.
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$50
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22 years of experience
Van Buren, AR, 72956

About: I have 22 years of animal care experience. I've owned and array of animals, and started volunteering at my local vet hospital at the age of 13. I started going to school for veterinary medicine, shadowed at several veterinary clinics, and worked my way up from Pet Care Assistant to Assistant Manager at a dog daycare and animal boarding facility. I have lots of experience administering medications, senior and special medical needs animals. Animal care is my passion. I work flexible hours from home, so I have ample time to hang out, play, and care your furbaby. I look forward to getting to know my new furry friends! I treat all animals under my care with compassion and dignity. I believe in the fear free approach to animal care, and will do everything in my power to make sure your pets stay is as comfortable and stress-free as possible

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Autumn M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
239 reviews
59 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Cameron, OK, 74932

Autumn stayed at our house for a week and dealt with our crazy herd of three dogs and two cats. She did great dealing with our senior Diva dog, cats who are experts at hiding, extremely agressive cuddly dogs and a power outage. She was patient when the dogs needed extra time to adjust, tried to keep to their routine as much as possible and quick to reply when I had questions. Will defiently use her for next trip!

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Sitter Profile Image: Helen S.
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Helen S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Greenwood, AR, 72936

Excellent communication, daily updates, easy to work with, and my boys were clearly very well taken care of. Helen will absolutely be my first call when I need someone to watch my dogs. 10/10 recommend.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jordan M.
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Jordan M.
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$25
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2 years of experience
Fort Smith, AR, 72903

About: I am a safe place to drop off your fur babies. They would be fed, played with, and loved. I would treat them like my own fur baby. ❤️ I am available Monday through Friday until 4 pm. On weekends I am free, but will have my 2 kids with me who also love animals. I take my dog to the dog park, and take him on walks and play fetch. Lots of snuggles and care. Pets are family. ❤️

Sitter Profile Image: Emily M.
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Emily M.
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$250
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5.0 out of 5 stars
86 reviews
27 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Fort Smith, AR, 72916

Emily is wonderful and loved our dogs.

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Steffany was great and very good about sending picture updates! My dogs and cat seemed very happy, will book again.

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Ashley B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Steffany did a great job housesitting! She barely left my dogs alone for 4 days, followed instructions, and even cleaned and washed the bedding before leaving. I’ll definitely use her again in the future and recommend to anyone needing a house sitter!

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Jessica B.
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The average cost for House Sitting in Van Buren on Rover is $61.05 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 72 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Van Buren. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Van Buren walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Van Buren maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Van Buren choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and request a Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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