House Sitting in Wood River
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Top rated Wood River house sitters
“Veta did a great job with Axel! I could tell through all the photos that she sent that he was calm and not anxious. She also kept the apartment in great shape. Will definitely book again!”
About: I love animals, I can get along with all types of dogs, cats, birds, lizards, etc. I have always grew up with having a pet or 2 ! I work mainly on the weekends! Giving me enough time during the week to care for your pets with my full attention, care, love, treats I have a fenced in back yard, I can easily crate your animal (dog, cat, even birds) with cameras to monitor if I step inside for any reason.
“Ashley and her husband were great! They were patient with our dog who has trouble getting up down and around. They sent us pictures and videos so we could see him. Would definitely book with them again!”
About: I've taken care of pets since I was 12, I have the ability to connect to any animals and play with them all the time! I work part-time, so I have plenty of time to hangout with your pups! On the weekends I can let them out any time, on weekdays the mornings and afternoons always work! I have a fenced yard with 1 dog who is very friendly! Plenty of room to run around and play. I have dog toys for them to play with.
About: I’ve worked in veterinary medicine (in all different positions) for a grand total of 10 years. Outside of this work, I’ve provided care to all kinds of house pets and livestock since I was a kid, including those with medical needs. Animal care is a true passion of mine, and I strive to provide the best care I can! I’m currently working full time (in the veterinary field), but am available for overnight pet care, after work drop ins and walks, and day time care on my off days! I can easily crate your pets as needed and even administer medications for different health concerns. Whether you have a fenced yard or need your dog taken out on leash, I can provide care tailored to your pet!
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Veta J.
“Veta did a great job with Axel! I could tell through all the photos that she sent that he was calm and not anxious. She also kept the apartment in great shape. Will definitely book again!”
Oscar R.
About: I love animals, I can get along with all types of dogs, cats, birds, lizards, etc. I have always grew up with having a pet or 2 ! I work mainly on the weekends! Giving me enough time during the week to care for your pets with my full attention, care, love, treats I have a fenced in back yard, I can easily crate your animal (dog, cat, even birds) with cameras to monitor if I step inside for any reason.
Ashley W.
“Ashley and her husband were great! They were patient with our dog who has trouble getting up down and around. They sent us pictures and videos so we could see him. Would definitely book with them again!”
Hanna K.
“Hanna took amazing care of our three dogs while we were out of town for the weekend attending a wedding. She was reliable, attentive, and clearly loves animals. We came home to happy, well-cared-for fur babies, and it gave us such peace of mind knowing they were in such good hands. We’re so grateful for her help and would absolutely trust her with our dogs again!”
Loree K.
About: I’ve worked in veterinary medicine (in all different positions) for a grand total of 10 years. Outside of this work, I’ve provided care to all kinds of house pets and livestock since I was a kid, including those with medical needs. Animal care is a true passion of mine, and I strive to provide the best care I can! I’m currently working full time (in the veterinary field), but am available for overnight pet care, after work drop ins and walks, and day time care on my off days! I can easily crate your pets as needed and even administer medications for different health concerns. Whether you have a fenced yard or need your dog taken out on leash, I can provide care tailored to your pet!
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Wood River on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $30 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 18 house sitters in Wood River. 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, 91% of Wood River house sitters respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Wood River.
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. Wood River 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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