Pet Sitting in Afton Center
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Top rated Afton Center pet sitters
“Cora is great with our dog! It’s reassuring to know he is in good hands when we can’t be there. Cora has been flexible with scheduling and very reliable and trustworthy.”
“Emily was really professional and took great care of my cat Travis! She was very kind and considerate, and was super responsive and great at communicating. Even though we did not have the opportunity to meet prior to the visits, Emily followed all the caring instructions and did a wonderful job! I would definitely recommend Emily to anyone who's looking for high-quality care of their pets.”
“Potter (schnoodle) and Henry (doodle) really enjoyed seeing Jessica during the day when my wife and I were both working and I was out of town. We felt very comfortable they were in Jessica's care and we would certainly use Jessica again in the future!”
About: I am 28, I've lived with dogs my whole life. Growing up my grandparents had 3 dogs Chance, Buster and Benji and they all had their own unique personalities growing up. Ever since I was born I had a dog, moving to Dekalb, I had a dog, I am in the process of moving to my own place and I am not guaranteed to be able to have an animal when moving so to be able to keep that connection on a consistent basis, while making money and hopefully one day creating a career down the line with this I can get even a client or 2 to start to be able to walk or dog sit your sweet, loving fur baby! ❤️ I am able to dog walk or sit at any scheduled time (at least 24 hours in advance) Otherwise I can be reached at my number for dog walks in the Loves Park, Rockford, Belvidere Illinois area during the times of 7am-8pm With growing up with dogs we've always cared for our dogs and even our current dog now by obviously loving them as you would a child, giving them love, attention, bathing them, walking them, feeding them and giving them water, brushing their hair, cleaning up their waste after they've relieved themselves. All the things you'd do to love and care for your own child you should do no different for a fur baby.
“Anja and Josh provided top quality and loving care to my cat Jade while I traveled to Europe for 7 days. If you want mature and reliable service, Anja and Josh are the choice for you!”
“Elliot was fantastic, and I highly recommend them if you need anybody to drop in on your pets, and give them some food, attention, and playtime!”
About: Since I was a small child, there has always been 1 or more dogs in my home. I have great training skills, and a very high level of love, care, and patience with all dogs! Over the many years, I have dog/puppy sat for neighbors and friends, as they know can trust that their loved ones will be loved and tended to in their absence. All dogs deserve TLC! I have no problems following schedule preferences for your dog!
“Kaitlyn did a great job keeping me updated and sending a picture of my dog at home. My dog seemed much more relaxed after her visit. Thank you!”
About: Ever since I can remember I loved taking care of pets. When I was in high school I created my own petsitting/dog walking business Happy Paws. I built up a client base in my neighborhood and surrounding areas. I have experience petsitting dogs and cats, as well as caring for animals with medical needs. I can provide daily care as well as overnight care for your pet. For one year I also worked as a kennel assistant at a vets office. As a kennel assistant, I cared for max 12 dogs in the boarding center. While dogs were in boarding I provided daily care, cleaned kennels, and gave baths as needed. I used to have a dog and grew up with 4 cats in my house. I love taking care of all pets and animals (including chickens)! I am currently a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University. I am able to provide care for your pet during the day and overnight. During the weekday I am available Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Timing is dependent on my work schedule. My evening availability is open, please reach out for more details. My weekend availability is dependent on certain dates set, please reach out for more details. I am unable to provide care for pets inside my own home, but am willing to spend time in your own home to care for your pet. I have experience providing overnight care for dogs. I abide by all guidelines and instructions set in place and am willing to do a meet and greet before I spend time caring for your pet.
About: I’ve taken care of all types of animals since I was 13 years old and I’ve always fed and walked them and bathed their pets I’m looking for part time/ full time pet care! I love your animals like they were my very own! I’m available any time any day I would care for your pet as if he or she was my own I care for my own pets very well and am very athletic so I can walk dogs all day long and just hang out with your cat/dogs
About: I have been petting sitting ever since high school. I’ve cared for dogs (all sizes), many many cats (I grew up with 3 cats), rats, hamsters, rabbits, snakes, basically anything you could keep as a pet haha. I’m a quick learner and very flexible. Anything you need, I can do :) I am currently pursing my college degree in Art Education and during the breaks I have lots of downtime. Even during the school year I have light days that could be used to care for pets! I have done plenty of house sitting before in the past. I always keep respectful boundaries while being in and around your home and personal belongings.
“Rae’na was fantastic with Thanos! She send pictures at every check in. She was very sweet did a meet and greet before and Thanos loves her! Thanks again Rae’na, I will be booking again!”
“Michael took great care of my two cats while I was out of town. My cats are happy and healthy, and my home was cared for. Book Michael for your next trip away!”
About: I've taken care of pets since I was young. I've always had a dog growing up! After moving to Sycamore in 1998, I moved into a farm. We had almost every farm animal, as well as cats. I've had all of my dogs from puppies until the end. Come summer, I am free all the time! I work at the school district! Just weekends are softball. My oldest is on a traveling team! I will follow what is needed to be done with your pet! Treat your pet like my own fur baby. Always lots of love and treats (if that’s okay with the treats lol)
“Kellie handled our four senior kitties with ease. Came home to everything in its place and clean. She even got our kitty Koona to finish her meals (she had been not eating for a day before we left). I could tell by the pics the kitties were happy. Thank you Kellie!”
“Was excellent in caring for our cats. He went above and beyond to also retrieve our mail and take the garbage out”
“Angela was able to visit our two kittens on short notice and worked us into her schedule. She was thorough and spend lots of time loving on them. She even brought in our Sunday papers which was super helpful.”
“Amazing walker, makes sure that your dog gets the attention they need and always sends pictures and videos and updates on how the visit went!”
About: I am a lifelong animal lover. I had a lot of animals growing up and still do! I previously worked as a horse trainer and recently got certified as a dog trainer too. I also have experience with other animals, such as reptiles, cats, and some small animals. I'm going to school for zoology so animal behavior is my forte! I also have two dogs that live my family, a beagle mix named Charlie and a shit zu names Wicket, but I have experience with a lot of different breeds and energy levels. I also work part time as a dog trainer and manager at a pet supplies store where I advice pet parents daily on nutrition and the power of possitive dog training. Yes
About: I have always had a pet in the house since before i could walk. I love every single different type of pet and have had just about every type of pet you can have. I am a super active girl so I would love to hangout and play with the younger hyper pets but I can also relax and take care of the older senior pets. I have trained all my own dogs but i wouldn’t call myself a pro. But, if I could help out and I needed to help train i would be more than willing to. I am currently working part-time for 2 different jobs right now, but still have a ton of free time to be able to take care of your pets! I am not actively in school so the only schedule we have to work around is my work schedule but that should be to hard:) I would be able to walk the dogs and could quickly learn their routines and what the owner preferences are. With cats I would help with litter boxes if needed and would gladly play and hangout with the cats. Along with the dogs aswell of course.
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1. Cora V.
“Cora is great with our dog! It’s reassuring to know he is in good hands when we can’t be there. Cora has been flexible with scheduling and very reliable and trustworthy.”
2. Emily L.
“Emily was really professional and took great care of my cat Travis! She was very kind and considerate, and was super responsive and great at communicating. Even though we did not have the opportunity to meet prior to the visits, Emily followed all the caring instructions and did a wonderful job! I would definitely recommend Emily to anyone who's looking for high-quality care of their pets.”
3. Jessica J.
“Potter (schnoodle) and Henry (doodle) really enjoyed seeing Jessica during the day when my wife and I were both working and I was out of town. We felt very comfortable they were in Jessica's care and we would certainly use Jessica again in the future!”
4. Nicole H.
“Nikki would be an amazing pet sitter or dog walker. She genuinely loves animals and they seem to love her right back. I’ve watched her care for pets like they’re part of the family. She’s patient, gentle, and always pays attention to their moods and needs. Even animals that are shy or nervous seem to feel comfortable around her pretty quickly. She’s also super responsible. If she says she’ll be there at a certain time, she’s there. She follows directions carefully and always makes sure the pets are safe, comfortable, and happy. She doesn’t just do the bare minimum, she puts real care and attention into it. If you want someone who will treat your pet with love and respect and actually enjoy spending time with them, you won’t find anyone better than Nikki.”
5. Anja & Josh K.
“Anja and Josh provided top quality and loving care to my cat Jade while I traveled to Europe for 7 days. If you want mature and reliable service, Anja and Josh are the choice for you!”
6. Elliot L.
“Elliot was fantastic, and I highly recommend them if you need anybody to drop in on your pets, and give them some food, attention, and playtime!”
7. Jennifer R.
About: Since I was a small child, there has always been 1 or more dogs in my home. I have great training skills, and a very high level of love, care, and patience with all dogs! Over the many years, I have dog/puppy sat for neighbors and friends, as they know can trust that their loved ones will be loved and tended to in their absence. All dogs deserve TLC! I have no problems following schedule preferences for your dog!
8. Kaitlyn L.
“Kaitlyn did a great job keeping me updated and sending a picture of my dog at home. My dog seemed much more relaxed after her visit. Thank you!”
9. Karli W.
“Leaving a pet behind while traveling, going to work, or having an emergency can be a major stressor on pet owners and I know the feeling all too well! I have known Karli since she was a young girl. You can trust her to give your pets special attention, talk to them and interact with them like you would, like they’re the most precious pet on earth! She is very reliable and detail oriented and would gladly listen to your requests on how to feed, walk, pet, and hold your beloved animal. Karli has always been a natural animal lover her whole life, from cats and dogs to chickens and goats! She has a special bond with animals that really can’t be put into words. Simply said, she loves them and they love her back! She also enjoys training and has been very successful at it. Karli does a wonderful job caring for animals and is also completely responsible and trustworthy to have in your home! Your pet will love Karli and you will too!”
10. Madison B.
About: I’ve taken care of all types of animals since I was 13 years old and I’ve always fed and walked them and bathed their pets I’m looking for part time/ full time pet care! I love your animals like they were my very own! I’m available any time any day I would care for your pet as if he or she was my own I care for my own pets very well and am very athletic so I can walk dogs all day long and just hang out with your cat/dogs
11. Bree M.
About: I have been petting sitting ever since high school. I’ve cared for dogs (all sizes), many many cats (I grew up with 3 cats), rats, hamsters, rabbits, snakes, basically anything you could keep as a pet haha. I’m a quick learner and very flexible. Anything you need, I can do :) I am currently pursing my college degree in Art Education and during the breaks I have lots of downtime. Even during the school year I have light days that could be used to care for pets! I have done plenty of house sitting before in the past. I always keep respectful boundaries while being in and around your home and personal belongings.
12. Rae'Na L.
“Rae’na was fantastic with Thanos! She send pictures at every check in. She was very sweet did a meet and greet before and Thanos loves her! Thanks again Rae’na, I will be booking again!”
13. Michael F.
“Michael took great care of my two cats while I was out of town. My cats are happy and healthy, and my home was cared for. Book Michael for your next trip away!”
14. Kamron K.
“Kamron has been caring for my two dogs for the past 5 years. She is great as a sitter every summer I go on vacation. I never have to worry about my dogs when she is watching them.”
15. Kellie H.
“Kellie handled our four senior kitties with ease. Came home to everything in its place and clean. She even got our kitty Koona to finish her meals (she had been not eating for a day before we left). I could tell by the pics the kitties were happy. Thank you Kellie!”
16. Gerardo D.
“Was excellent in caring for our cats. He went above and beyond to also retrieve our mail and take the garbage out”
17. Angela B.
“Angela was able to visit our two kittens on short notice and worked us into her schedule. She was thorough and spend lots of time loving on them. She even brought in our Sunday papers which was super helpful.”
18. Jonathan S.
“Amazing walker, makes sure that your dog gets the attention they need and always sends pictures and videos and updates on how the visit went!”
19. Killian B.
About: I am a lifelong animal lover. I had a lot of animals growing up and still do! I previously worked as a horse trainer and recently got certified as a dog trainer too. I also have experience with other animals, such as reptiles, cats, and some small animals. I'm going to school for zoology so animal behavior is my forte! I also have two dogs that live my family, a beagle mix named Charlie and a shit zu names Wicket, but I have experience with a lot of different breeds and energy levels. I also work part time as a dog trainer and manager at a pet supplies store where I advice pet parents daily on nutrition and the power of possitive dog training. Yes
20. Adrianna D.
“Adrianna was incredibly responsible and compassionate with our pets! We have one dog, two cats, mice and a bearded dragon. She took care of them all with great ease. What a natural at pet care! I highly recommend her services. We will look forward to having her again during all of our upcoming vacations.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Afton Center on Rover as of May 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of May 2025, there are 67 pet sitters in Afton Center. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 93% of Afton Center pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Afton Center.
Rover makes it easy to find Afton Center pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 67 pet sitters in Afton Center on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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