House Sitting in Waconia
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1. Kristen P.
“I appreciate how communicative Kristen is. She sends updates throughout her visit with pictures and asks questions to ensure the best care for my doggo.”
2. Ashley S.
“Ashley did a wonderful job caring for our pets while we were away! We will definitely reach back out next time a need arises.”
3. Kailee L.
“Wonderful experience with Kailee! Lots of love, activity and came home to a happy sleepy pup. We appreciated all the updates and photos! We would be lucky to use Kailee again in the future.”
4. Eleanor A.
“This was my first time using Eleanor. She was very responsive when setting up the potential dog sitting. I thought she was trustworthy, caring and stayed in good contact while I was away. I would highly recommend using her in the future.”
5. Camille T.
“Camille is lovely; our dog really seemed to enjoy her kind and sweet manner (and of course, the belly rubs). We also appreciated her flexibility and clear communication during the booking process.”
6. Ellie D.
“Ellie took such good care of our two dogs while we were out of town! Ellie sent us lots of updates and photos while we gone and when we came back our dogs were so nice and relaxed! We highly recommend using Ellie’s services for anyone going out of town.”
7. Karri H.
“Karri was awesome to work with! She is punctual, an excellent communicator, and provided wonderful care for sweet, high needs girl while we were out of town.”
8. Deborah P.
“My babies had a great time with Deb.”
9. Trinity W.
“Trinity took care of my 3 dogs and took care of everything we needed. Easy to communicate with. Would definitely choose her again in the future.”
10. Lillian O.
“Lily took excellent care of our dog and house. We look forward to booking her in the future.”
11. Eric H.
“Eric is always prompt, professional, an excellent communicator and our dogs (and cat) love him. Would definitely recommend him for your pet needs.”
12. Paris P.
“Paris stayed in our home and took care of our puppy while we were away. He got the attention he craves and we had the piece of mind that he was able to remain in his home environment while we were gone for decreased anxiety.”
13. Jessica A.
“Great”
14. Caroline C.
“Caroline did a great job watching my dogs and was in frequent communication with me as to how they were doing.”
15. Ashly A.
“Ashly was awesome with my perky and playful but anxious Pomeranian Blu. She sent me updates and photos daily and went above and beyond by taking Blu on a car ride...his most favorite thing to do! I will definitely hire Ashly again!”
16. Megan P.
“Wonderful! Excited to have her back again!”
17. Darcy F.
“I’ve been fortunate enough to see Darcy take incredible care of all kinds of pets throughout the years. They’ve been able to live long and healthy lives under her care. She has a passion for animals, and it would be a no brainer to let her assist you with your pet.”
18. Madelaine G.
“Madelaine was a total savior! We needed last minute care for our sweet Great Dane, Phoebe. Madelaine was responsive and super flexible with Phoebe's schedule. Highly recommend!”
19. Desiree M.
“Desiree did great!! The animals were happy and the house was just as we left it. We would definitely use her again.”
20. Emma P.
“I have personally seen Emma interact with her own two dogs at home and see how she treats them with such love and care. Not only does she love interacting with her own dogs, but she absolutely adores other dogs as well. Big or small, Emma knows how to make a dog feel loved and special! If you’re looking to find someone to trust your own precious pups with, Emma will do just that and more.”
How Rover works
1. Search
Read verified reviews and choose a house sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets
2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your house and pets while you’re away
3. Book & Pay
All payments are processed through Rover’s secured platform and your booking is backed by 24/7 support. It’s that easy!
Why Choose Rover?
Cashless payments
Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.
Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
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 Waconia on Rover as of May 2025 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 May 2025, there are 612 house sitters in Waconia. 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, 84% of Waconia house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Waconia have an average of 16 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Waconia.
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. Waconia 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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