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Top rated Yerkes house sitters
“We found a gem in Tara! She stayed at our home and took excellent care of our furry family members. Tara was very respectful of our house and provided wonderful care for our fur babies. We look forward to having her back for future sittings.”
“Taylor was fantastic. She took wonderful care of our dogs and home. We had last minute flight delays and ended up needing to add an additional night and she could not have been nicer or more helpful.”
“Tim was great to work with. The puppies seemed to get along great with him from the first meeting and Tim sent pictures while we were away for nearly a week. He was communicative throughout our trip and very accommodating by helping out with the trash and recycling on their pickup days too! I would not hesitate to rebook with Tim in the future!”
“I had the pleasure of having Allie as our dog sitter for Ace and Summer, and I couldn't be happier with her exceptional service. Allie did an amazing job taking care of our fur babies while we were away. She was responsible, reliable, and showed great affection towards our dogs. We could tell that she genuinely cared for their well-being and went above and beyond to ensure they were happy and comfortable. Allie's attention to detail and timely updates gave us peace of mind during our time apart. I highly recommend Allie as a dog sitter and would definitely trust her with our pets again in the future. Thank you, Allie, for your fantastic care!”
“Molly was FANTASTIC!! This is the first time we have used a Pet Sitter. We have 2 Bernedoodle’s, Jingles who’s almost 6 and Holly who is 2 1/2. Jingles is very laid back and loves everyone. Holly on the other hand is all puppy still and she barks at everyone. We were a bit worried about how Holly would we with a total stranger. Molly came over to meet both dogs several days before we left for a long weekend. She was great with both dogs even though Holly was a bit apprehensive and barked at her most of the time. She quickly gained both of their trust by giving them snacks and giving them some love. Molly showed up on time the morning we had to leave. Holly warmed up to her right away and we had no worries about Jingles. Molly stayed in contact with photos and updates while we were gone. It was such a load off our minds knowing that both Jingles and Holly were very well taken care of. Thank you Molly!! We would definitely use Molly again the next time we have to leave Jingles and Holly.”
About: I have taken care of dogs and cats my entire life. My friends and family always ask me to check in on, walk, or sit their pets. I am willing to house sit and stay with your pets as long as needed. I don't mind small animals like rabbits or hamsters and am willing to look after reptiles as well. I have a full time job but am available most evenings after 4pm and every weekend at any time. I can do daily check ins every day for meal times but extended care only in the evenings unless I am house sitting. I have 4 dogs who's are all crate trained. Unfortunately I do not have a yard so I am not willing to sit dogs in my own home. I am a big fan of the dog park!
“I had never left my 2 older dogs with anyone besides friends or family before. Alexis was able to fill in at the last minute, and she took great care of my dogs! Both of my dogs are sweet but a little neurotic, but Alexis was a pro. She left the house clean and kept me up to date while I was away.”
“Having 5 pets total (2 dogs and 3 cats) makes traveling very difficult- so much in fact that we sort of just stopped traveling. We decided to try an in home pet sitter and found Tim through the rover app. Tim stayed at our home and took care of our pets for 5 days while we vacationed with family and I cannot say enough good things about him! He is highly professional, was excellent in communicating with us (and sent tons of photos so we knew our babies were getting love!). Not only did we come home to very happy fur babies, but a very clean house (and happy garden!) as well. Now that we have found a trusted pet sitter we’re looking forward to traveling again! Thank you Tim!”
“Alexis took great care of our pup while we were away for a long weekend. We came back to a happy dog! She sent great pictures and regular updates. Recommend and will use her services again in the future!”
About: I work as a client service supervisor at a vet. I have had dogs all my life and care for my friend's pets when they are away! I have one bunny and two cats. I am patient and love taking care of animals! I am outgoing and super friendly! I have a calm and loving personality and will do my best to make your pet feel comfortable around my presence. I work a flex schedule at the vet 5 days a week. Some of those days I work more into the evening while the other days are earlier in the mornings. I have one bunny and two cats. It depends if your pet is friendly with other animals. My bunny has his own separate room and my cats can be put in the room with the bunny if need be.
“First time trying Madelyn for catsitting. For 3 cats with very different personalities, they seemed to warm up to her well. Conscientious and caring, I could tell she had the cats’ interest at heart especially since we have one with ‘special needs’ ( ie rx diet and medicine), one who’s always trying to snitch the other cats’ food yet skiddish and another one who allowed her to give belly pets and sit on her lap. We received daily pics and updates and she was pretty much available for any questions I may have had. Response time fairly quick. Already rebooked!”
“We were Mason's first Rover job and he did an amazing job. He asked a lot of questions and was very conscientious about taking the best care of our house and our baby, Boo Boo. He also sent us daily pics and updates. We will definitely hire Mason again. I think anyone who books Mason will be very happy with the experience.”
About: Animals have been a part of my life for over six decades, and caring for them brings me purpose. I've had dogs by my side my whole life, shared my home with cats, spent years riding and caring for horses, and even rescued a goose and few pigeons. I’m experienced with pets of all ages. I understand the special care they need and have hands-on experience administering medications and supporting aging pets with patience and compassion. Their comfort and well-being are always my top priorities. I also have the patience to help young animals that are still in their training phase. Now retired, I have the time and energy to devote fully to your furry (or feathered!) family members. I believe every animal deserves love, respect, and lots of attention—and that’s exactly what I provide. Whether you’re going away or just need an extra hand, you can rest easy knowing your pets are in experienced, loving hands. I am retired so I am free to assist in any way I can, no job is too small and I am always happy to help. Your pet’s safety is my top priority. I take time to learn their routine, keep doors and gates secure, avoid hazards, and provide constant supervision, love, and calm, reliable care.
“Madison was so great with our puppy!! She was friendly, professional, prompt, clean, experienced, and kind! We felt so great about leaving Poppy with her and will definitely be using her again in the future (if she’ll have us). 10/10 would recommend!”
“Tori was great. She took the time to come and meet Peony prior to her stay, and took lots of time to ask thoughtful questions so that she was prepared to provide the best possible care for her. During the stay, she was very communicative and provided lots of pictures. I felt very comfortable leaving Peony with Tori, and would definitely book her again!”
“Nadia was great! She sent a bunch of updates and pictures and our pup looked happy and healthy when we got home. She also left our apartment looking exactly the way we left it. We would definitely book with her again!”
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Tara K.Star Sitter
“We found a gem in Tara! She stayed at our home and took excellent care of our furry family members. Tara was very respectful of our house and provided wonderful care for our fur babies. We look forward to having her back for future sittings.”
Taylor F.
“Taylor was fantastic. She took wonderful care of our dogs and home. We had last minute flight delays and ended up needing to add an additional night and she could not have been nicer or more helpful.”
Timothy W.
“Tim was great to work with. The puppies seemed to get along great with him from the first meeting and Tim sent pictures while we were away for nearly a week. He was communicative throughout our trip and very accommodating by helping out with the trash and recycling on their pickup days too! I would not hesitate to rebook with Tim in the future!”
Allie M.Star Sitter
“I had the pleasure of having Allie as our dog sitter for Ace and Summer, and I couldn't be happier with her exceptional service. Allie did an amazing job taking care of our fur babies while we were away. She was responsible, reliable, and showed great affection towards our dogs. We could tell that she genuinely cared for their well-being and went above and beyond to ensure they were happy and comfortable. Allie's attention to detail and timely updates gave us peace of mind during our time apart. I highly recommend Allie as a dog sitter and would definitely trust her with our pets again in the future. Thank you, Allie, for your fantastic care!”
Molly W.Star Sitter
“Molly was FANTASTIC!! This is the first time we have used a Pet Sitter. We have 2 Bernedoodle’s, Jingles who’s almost 6 and Holly who is 2 1/2. Jingles is very laid back and loves everyone. Holly on the other hand is all puppy still and she barks at everyone. We were a bit worried about how Holly would we with a total stranger. Molly came over to meet both dogs several days before we left for a long weekend. She was great with both dogs even though Holly was a bit apprehensive and barked at her most of the time. She quickly gained both of their trust by giving them snacks and giving them some love. Molly showed up on time the morning we had to leave. Holly warmed up to her right away and we had no worries about Jingles. Molly stayed in contact with photos and updates while we were gone. It was such a load off our minds knowing that both Jingles and Holly were very well taken care of. Thank you Molly!! We would definitely use Molly again the next time we have to leave Jingles and Holly.”
Anna J.
“Anna is both a phenomenal pet owner and sitter! They are very attentive and dedicated to making sure dogs (and cats!) are getting the care that they need. They’ve taken care of my animals quite a few times, and my dogs and cats absolutely love them! They are truly a natural when it comes to pets. They are also very responsible - the animals are always fed on time and worn out from fun long walks! I trust Anna more than anyone else with my pets :)”
Alana R.Star Sitter
“Alana was wonderful with my 2 dogs and watching my home. She’s trustworthy, kind, and I wouldn’t hesitate to use her again.”
Alexis A.
“I had never left my 2 older dogs with anyone besides friends or family before. Alexis was able to fill in at the last minute, and she took great care of my dogs! Both of my dogs are sweet but a little neurotic, but Alexis was a pro. She left the house clean and kept me up to date while I was away.”
Tim H.
Star Sitter
“Having 5 pets total (2 dogs and 3 cats) makes traveling very difficult- so much in fact that we sort of just stopped traveling. We decided to try an in home pet sitter and found Tim through the rover app. Tim stayed at our home and took care of our pets for 5 days while we vacationed with family and I cannot say enough good things about him! He is highly professional, was excellent in communicating with us (and sent tons of photos so we knew our babies were getting love!). Not only did we come home to very happy fur babies, but a very clean house (and happy garden!) as well. Now that we have found a trusted pet sitter we’re looking forward to traveling again! Thank you Tim!”
Sathvik D.
“He did an outstanding job. My pup got plenty of walks, and we got plenty of pictures with lots of updates. I would highly recommend him!”
Alexis M.Star Sitter
“Alexis took great care of our pup while we were away for a long weekend. We came back to a happy dog! She sent great pictures and regular updates. Recommend and will use her services again in the future!”
Johnnessa K.
“Johnnessa is a loving and caring person. She has had pets her whole life and has always taken the time to love and care for them. One instance Johnnessa found a stray pit bull and immediately took the time to make the dog feel secure enough for her to take her in her car. She did not want to take the dog home in case it was I'll or would hurt her dogs at home. She found a hotel that would accept dogs and stayed up with the dog all night to make sure the dog was safe and comfortable. She then took the dog to a vet the next day to try and see if the vet would find the owners and make sure the dog was not hurt . Johnnessa has also volunteered at the SPCA and takes the time to collect donations for the SPCA. Noone would be disappointed should they have Johnnessa care for their pet!”
Madelyn K.Star Sitter
“First time trying Madelyn for catsitting. For 3 cats with very different personalities, they seemed to warm up to her well. Conscientious and caring, I could tell she had the cats’ interest at heart especially since we have one with ‘special needs’ ( ie rx diet and medicine), one who’s always trying to snitch the other cats’ food yet skiddish and another one who allowed her to give belly pets and sit on her lap. We received daily pics and updates and she was pretty much available for any questions I may have had. Response time fairly quick. Already rebooked!”
Sarah R.
“Sarah was so great with Ghost and sent lots of pictures and updates! We’d definitely would recommend her and hope she’ll be able to sit for us again in the future!”
Mason L.
“We were Mason's first Rover job and he did an amazing job. He asked a lot of questions and was very conscientious about taking the best care of our house and our baby, Boo Boo. He also sent us daily pics and updates. We will definitely hire Mason again. I think anyone who books Mason will be very happy with the experience.”
Nancy H.
“I’ve been using Nancy as my pet sitter for a while now, and I couldn’t be happier. She’s incredibly reliable, kind, and truly loves animals. I have a small yorkie and she always gets so excited to see her, and I always feel at ease knowing she’s in good hands. Nancy goes above and beyond to make sure my little girl is safe, happy, and well cared for. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a loving and responsible caregiver!”
Madison C.
“Madison was so great with our puppy!! She was friendly, professional, prompt, clean, experienced, and kind! We felt so great about leaving Poppy with her and will definitely be using her again in the future (if she’ll have us). 10/10 would recommend!”
Brianna B.Star Sitter
“Brianna was great! I had to add a few medicines to her responsibilities at the last minute and she handled it very well. Came home to very happy dogs!”
Tori E.
“Tori was great. She took the time to come and meet Peony prior to her stay, and took lots of time to ask thoughtful questions so that she was prepared to provide the best possible care for her. During the stay, she was very communicative and provided lots of pictures. I felt very comfortable leaving Peony with Tori, and would definitely book her again!”
Nadia V.
“Nadia was great! She sent a bunch of updates and pictures and our pup looked happy and healthy when we got home. She also left our apartment looking exactly the way we left it. We would definitely book with her again!”
Yerkes pet parents share their Rover experiences
We have been a part of the Rover community for a couple of years now and have never had such an amazing experience as we did with Jessie. There are no words to describe how grateful we are to her. Our dog doesn't do well being alone for an extended period of time and Jessie is the first pet sitter ever, who have understood this and made sure she is with him as much as she can. She was able to tag team with Natalie ( another amazing Rover sitter) to help with Richie while Jessie was at work. Jessie stayed in constant communication withus about everything. She made us feel so at ease and Richie was comfortable, happy and loved while we were away.
Kate was absolutely fabulous with our 12 yr old golden. She played with her and walked her in the mornings and then let Annie have pool time in the doggie pool. Annie loves her and was so calm and relaxed while we were away. I would definitely hire Kate to stay with us again because I know our dogs and home will be well cared for.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Yerkes is $50
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Sitters in Yerkes average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Yerkes on Rover as of Aug 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 Aug 2025, there are 4,312 house sitters in Yerkes. 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, 86% of Yerkes house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Yerkes have an average of 14 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Yerkes.
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. Yerkes 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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