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“Paige was a fantastic dog sitter. We have two dogs who aren’t the best with strangers, but during the meet and greet she made them feel comfortable and did very well with them. She was so communicative during the stay, updated with pictures, and asked about certain behaviors to ensure she wasn’t letting bad behavior happen. She was so so amazing and definitely recommend!!!”



“Laura was very attentive to our pup and his needs after his surgery. She was extremely thorough in all of her questions and notations, ensuring that she understood all of the instructions and knew Bueller’s regular routine enough to mimic it while we were away. She provided multiple photos accompanied by a review of what happened that day and how he was doing. We really appreciated all of her help!”


“Megan is great! Super dependable, easy to communicate with, and my dogs love her! She's done a few multi-day stays with my two hounds and they always seem calm and happy when I return.”


“We have just returned home to two happy dogs. Drew stayed at our house and cared for our dogs for 4 days. He maintained wonderful contact and included photos and terrific, funny stories about how the dogs were doing. He has a very professional and personal approach to getting to know our dogs and our expectations. We may be a little much! He managed all of our instructions with extreme care! We would use him over and over if possible.”


“Patty did a great job taking care of our senior kitty. She had clear communication, was very caring, and let us know when she arrived and left. She made sure he had good company the whole day.”


“Kam watched our two dogs while we were away for a weekend. We greatly appreciated the photos and periodic updates, as well as the excellent communication beforehand regarding feeding and medication schedules to maintain our specific routine, particularly for our dog, Rizzo, who can be a little more anxious at times. Thank you so much for taking such great care of them, as well as our home! We look forward to Kam caring for them again soon!”


“Ellie is an absolute pleasure. She's exceptionally polite and very efficient with her time. She stayed with my pup and gave her plenty of walks, lots of time and care and I'd HIGHLY RECOMMEND her. She was pleasant from the meet n greet all the way to the end. She asked great questions to ensure she knew as much as she could including any of homesitting needs before staying at my home. She also sent me tons of updates and photos while I was away. I was so comfortable with her and her communication was tip top! If anyone is need of a sitter, Ellie is your person, hands down! BOOK HER NOW!!!!”


“Our pup and kitty LOVE Kaelin!! We’ve had her pet sit for the past 2 Christmas breaks and she’s been wonderful. Our dog is very high maintenance (kidney issues, IBS, and he’s blind) and it’s such a relief knowing he’s well taken care of while we’re away.”


“Madison was great! She took care of our dog, rabbit, and fish tanks for a week in our home and everything was in perfect shape when we came back. We got daily updates and photos of the animals and they all looked like they were having a great time. We will definitely have Madison back!”


About: I have cared for a good amount of dogs, mine included who me and my family have had for about 7 years. I have dog sat for many of my family friends. Those include some older dogs and some puppies. I am able to administer medication for dogs that need it. As well as play and assist with training younger dogs who have a bunch of energy. I currently work part-time as a school recruiter and am also a part time college student. I am typically available after 6pm on week days, Wednesdays I am completely free and Thursdays I am available after 4pm. I am completely free on weekends. Back home I care for my dog by taking her out on walks around the neighborhood and feeding her at certain times in the day. When I dog sit for others I typically spend the night at their house if needed and take them outside and feed them. I also play with them when their indoor or outdoor. I have administered meds for some dogs and am pretty successful and comfortable with doing if needed.

“Dajon is absolutely AMAZING! We just moved into our new condo and the first time we were leaving Styles as well as the first time we used Rover. In viewing all of the pics Dajon sent, Styles had a great time and we were worry free! Dajon is timely, dependable, and a great communicator! We will definitely use him again!!”


“Michelle was perfect. She was so sweet and loving. We had a meeting before hand to make sure she was comfortable with our crew and it went great you can tell she has a big heart for animals. Our kitty Callie has some special needs and hasn't been feeling great she was really understanding and accommodating. We will definitely use Michelle for our pets again!”


“I highly recommend Justin as your fur baby sitter! He was here on time. He took amazing care of our two little fur babies. He let them outside and played with them. They were given lots of attention. He also respected our home. He is super friendly and trustworthy.”


About: I started pet sitting when I was around 13 with my next-door neighbor’s dog Shiloh. I grew up with her and had played with her before so she was a great starting point for me! Since then, I have watched family/friends pets whenever they were sick or went out of town and have been doing so for years, throughout high school. My freshman year of college, my roommate has a service dog in training, and I’ve learned even more about dog training and dog care in general from him. I’m an upcoming 3rd year student at OSU off for the summer semester, so my schedule is pretty free and flexible for the next few month. I have a pet cat, so I may come already covered in cat hair that pets may be wary of, so I like to take my time getting them acclimated to me. I’m very open to owner’s routines and hope to care for your pets in the way you would care for them yourself!
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Paige M.

“Paige was a fantastic dog sitter. We have two dogs who aren’t the best with strangers, but during the meet and greet she made them feel comfortable and did very well with them. She was so communicative during the stay, updated with pictures, and asked about certain behaviors to ensure she wasn’t letting bad behavior happen. She was so so amazing and definitely recommend!!!”




Laura L.
Star Sitter


“Laura was very attentive to our pup and his needs after his surgery. She was extremely thorough in all of her questions and notations, ensuring that she understood all of the instructions and knew Bueller’s regular routine enough to mimic it while we were away. She provided multiple photos accompanied by a review of what happened that day and how he was doing. We really appreciated all of her help!”


Madelyn H.Star Sitter

“Madie was awesome! Accommodated a last minute request and provided great communication the entire time I was away. Would definitely use her services again.”


Penny m.

“Penny took great care of our puppy Scarlet. Thank you Penny!”


Megan A.
Star Sitter


“Megan is great! Super dependable, easy to communicate with, and my dogs love her! She's done a few multi-day stays with my two hounds and they always seem calm and happy when I return.”


Andrew S.Star Sitter

“We have just returned home to two happy dogs. Drew stayed at our house and cared for our dogs for 4 days. He maintained wonderful contact and included photos and terrific, funny stories about how the dogs were doing. He has a very professional and personal approach to getting to know our dogs and our expectations. We may be a little much! He managed all of our instructions with extreme care! We would use him over and over if possible.”


Cody N.

“Cody was so great - my pup was on a great vacation, with lots of attention and care. Highly recommend Cody if you need someone reliable, kind and great at communication!”


Patricia K.Star Sitter

“Patty did a great job taking care of our senior kitty. She had clear communication, was very caring, and let us know when she arrived and left. She made sure he had good company the whole day.”


Selena G.Star Sitter

“This is the 3rd time Selena has watched our 2 dogs in our home. She’s been super communicative with us and responsive to their needs. We will definitely be using her again !”


Kyra "Kam" A.Star Sitter

“Kam watched our two dogs while we were away for a weekend. We greatly appreciated the photos and periodic updates, as well as the excellent communication beforehand regarding feeding and medication schedules to maintain our specific routine, particularly for our dog, Rizzo, who can be a little more anxious at times. Thank you so much for taking such great care of them, as well as our home! We look forward to Kam caring for them again soon!”


Ellie U.Star Sitter

“Ellie is an absolute pleasure. She's exceptionally polite and very efficient with her time. She stayed with my pup and gave her plenty of walks, lots of time and care and I'd HIGHLY RECOMMEND her. She was pleasant from the meet n greet all the way to the end. She asked great questions to ensure she knew as much as she could including any of homesitting needs before staying at my home. She also sent me tons of updates and photos while I was away. I was so comfortable with her and her communication was tip top! If anyone is need of a sitter, Ellie is your person, hands down! BOOK HER NOW!!!!”


Kaelin B.Star Sitter

“Our pup and kitty LOVE Kaelin!! We’ve had her pet sit for the past 2 Christmas breaks and she’s been wonderful. Our dog is very high maintenance (kidney issues, IBS, and he’s blind) and it’s such a relief knowing he’s well taken care of while we’re away.”


Madison M.

“Madison was great! She took care of our dog, rabbit, and fish tanks for a week in our home and everything was in perfect shape when we came back. We got daily updates and photos of the animals and they all looked like they were having a great time. We will definitely have Madison back!”


Tesoro R.
About: I have cared for a good amount of dogs, mine included who me and my family have had for about 7 years. I have dog sat for many of my family friends. Those include some older dogs and some puppies. I am able to administer medication for dogs that need it. As well as play and assist with training younger dogs who have a bunch of energy. I currently work part-time as a school recruiter and am also a part time college student. I am typically available after 6pm on week days, Wednesdays I am completely free and Thursdays I am available after 4pm. I am completely free on weekends. Back home I care for my dog by taking her out on walks around the neighborhood and feeding her at certain times in the day. When I dog sit for others I typically spend the night at their house if needed and take them outside and feed them. I also play with them when their indoor or outdoor. I have administered meds for some dogs and am pretty successful and comfortable with doing if needed.


Patricia B.Star Sitter

“She is AMAZING! Excellent communication and extremely reliable, If you need a dog sitter Patricia goes above and beyond for your pet and he had a great time.”


Dajon S.

“Dajon is absolutely AMAZING! We just moved into our new condo and the first time we were leaving Styles as well as the first time we used Rover. In viewing all of the pics Dajon sent, Styles had a great time and we were worry free! Dajon is timely, dependable, and a great communicator! We will definitely use him again!!”


Michelle R.Star Sitter

“Michelle was perfect. She was so sweet and loving. We had a meeting before hand to make sure she was comfortable with our crew and it went great you can tell she has a big heart for animals. Our kitty Callie has some special needs and hasn't been feeling great she was really understanding and accommodating. We will definitely use Michelle for our pets again!”


Justin A.

“I highly recommend Justin as your fur baby sitter! He was here on time. He took amazing care of our two little fur babies. He let them outside and played with them. They were given lots of attention. He also respected our home. He is super friendly and trustworthy.”


Riley T.
About: I started pet sitting when I was around 13 with my next-door neighbor’s dog Shiloh. I grew up with her and had played with her before so she was a great starting point for me! Since then, I have watched family/friends pets whenever they were sick or went out of town and have been doing so for years, throughout high school. My freshman year of college, my roommate has a service dog in training, and I’ve learned even more about dog training and dog care in general from him. I’m an upcoming 3rd year student at OSU off for the summer semester, so my schedule is pretty free and flexible for the next few month. I have a pet cat, so I may come already covered in cat hair that pets may be wary of, so I like to take my time getting them acclimated to me. I’m very open to owner’s routines and hope to care for your pets in the way you would care for them yourself!


Grace C.

“Grace helped me tremendously. She house at the last minute and did a fantastic job with my babies. She's kept the house meticulously clean and communicated perfectly!”
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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 Waterloo on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $45 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 Aug 2025, there are 1,248 house sitters in Waterloo. 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, 90% of Waterloo house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Waterloo have an average of 15 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 Waterloo.
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. Waterloo 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.
