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Sitter Profile Image: Samantha C.
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Samantha C.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
5 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Algonquin, IL, 60156

“Samantha was a wonderful sitter for our two rescue cats who are very skittish. She sent numerous photos every day which really put our minds at ease while we were away. She followed the care instructions perfectly and responded quickly for every step communicated. We will defintely have Samantha back!”

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Amy N.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Algonquin, IL, 60102

“Great sitter. Highly recommend.”

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Hannah M.
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Ivonka N.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 162 reviews
48 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Lake In The Hills, IL, 60156

“This was a short stay for my kitties, I'm sure they had a good experience of home away from home. Grateful for finding the best cat whisperer.”

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Anna H.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
18 years of experience
Algonquin, IL, 60102

About: I have loved animals—especially cats since childhood. They have been a part of my life all along. I had my own cat for 13 years and loved looking after and caring for him. For the time being, I don't work on certain days, so I can spend the whole day with your pet and give them all my love! I love showing affection and taking an interest in spending time with pets—whether at my own home or a client's because every animal deserves attention.

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Michael M.
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$25
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Algonquin, IL, 60102

“Michael is great - we have used him a couple of times. He is very responsive when communicating and our two dogs really like him (and they aren't the easiest of dogs to sit for. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.”

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Kane C.
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Jennifer S.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
5 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Huntley, IL, 60142

“Jennifer is great! She goes above and beyond and took excellent care of Cupcake while we were away. Couldn't be happier!”

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Kaitlyn F.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
4 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Fox River Grove, IL, 60021

“We were so lucky to find Kaitlyn! She responded quickly and was able to take on the job with very short notice, which we really appreciated. From the start, her communication was incredible—she sent detailed updates every visit along with adorable photos and videos that gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. Not only did she take great care of our cats, but she also went above and beyond by bringing in our packages and even cleaning up without us asking. It’s rare to find someone so thoughtful and thorough. We’ll absolutely be using Kaitlyn again and couldn’t recommend her more!”

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Kristin N.
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$23
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4.3 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Crystal Lake, IL, 60014

About: My motto is: "I wouldn't trust my pet with just anyone, why should YOU?! I TREAT EVERY PET AS IF IT WERE MY OWN!" I'm a pet care specialist with 40+ years experience. One of my first jobs was as a Veterinary Assistant. Since that time I've worked at various animal hospitals, kennels, grooming salons & dog walking/pet sitting companies. Over the past the 40 years, I've worked in nearly every aspect of the pet care field. In 1994 I started my own pet care service in Chicago, offering petsitting/feedings/dog walking for clients who were stuck at work or going on vacation. After relocating in 2008, I began offering my services in the northwestern suburban area & added in-home basic grooming such as nail trims, ear cleaning, etc. Available by appt. Days, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays, etc. I currently work part-time at a grooming salon & have open availability (but please still try to book in advance!) Various online payments accepted including Zelle & Cash App as well as cash & personal checks. Feel free to be as specific & detailed as you'd like when it comes to how you prefer your pet is cared for! I welcome any notes regarding feedings/diet, treats, etc. My goal is always to provide top quality pet care that DOESN'T break the bank & become great friends with your fur baby!

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Elizabeth B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
20 years of experience
Crystal Lake, IL, 60014

“Elizabeth was great she kept us up to date with everything. I would highly recommend her and definitely use her again.”

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Elizabeth S.
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$18
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40 years of experience
Elgin, IL, 60123

About: I’m available at any time to take great care of your cat or small dog. I like to groom them, which helps foster trust in me. I am available any time to take great care of your cat or small dog. I will meet you and them at your home so you can see how well we’ll get along. I will come to your house to take care of your cat. I will feed them, clean the litter box and if there are any hairballs I will clean them up. If they like to I will play with them and groom them. I can play with and walk small dogs! I love dogs and cats!

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Jessica W.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
McHenry, IL, 60050

“We had such a wonderful experience with our dog sitter! She took amazing care of our dogs and made us feel completely at ease while we were away. She was reliable, caring, attentive, and kept us updated, which gave us so much peace of mind.”

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Dorene P.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 73 reviews
30 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Huntley, IL, 60142

“Always on time and made sure food and water bowls were always cleaned, refilled and litter boxes cleaned out.”

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Delaney W.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
20 years of experience
Wauconda, IL, 60084

“Delaney was great from start to finish! We were able to coordinate a meet & greet prior to the requested booking dates to ensure both parties got along well. My cat was well taken care of - and Delaney even helped out with the mail and weekly garbage/recycling pick up. I’d definitely recommend her to anyone needing their cat cared for while they’re away.”

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Ripley T.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
23 years of experience
Mchenry, IL, 60050

About: I grew up with cats and dogs in the household. While my mom was away at work, my sister and I would be in charge of taking care of the animals. When I was younger, my neighbors and boyfriend’s family would intrust in me to take care of their dogs and take them for walks. I have a full-time job Monday-Thursday. I am flexible enough to alternate Fridays and Saturdays every week. Although they are already set in the schedule. Depending on the day I am not working, I am free all day (Friday-Sunday). I can give more details on my work schedule as needed. Depending on the client's house and their rules, I respect the clients guidelines and the requirements they expect. From previous walks/ in home stay/ feedings, I always communicated and client put their trust in me. If there was any concern or question, I respond very quick to ensure they can rely on an answer.

Sitter Profile Image: Lilli G.
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Lilli G.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
McHenry, IL, 60050

“Lili& Zach did a great job as usual! My cats anjoy their time with them. And, somehow, I think they managed to keep my house cleaner than I keep my house!”

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Courtney M.
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$18
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20 years of experience
Palatine, IL, 60067

About: Experienced caring for senior pets, diabetic cats, and pets who need medication or extra attention. Your pet’s comfort, safety, and happiness will always be my top priorities. Nardie is a long hair part Maine Coone cat. He is about 15 years old and he is diabetic which means I give him insulin shots 2x a day. He is a sweet loving man who loves to cuddle and be by my side. Nardie likes fresh water everyday and a clean liter box. I make sure to keep a close eye on his pee pad in his box to ensure any changes in his urine output as well as his water intake I am currently caring for pets *clients home only* please tell me everything there is to know about your little one and I promise to pay close attention to their needs and ensure they are cared for with so much love! I am open most weekends and my weekday is flexible so please contact me and we can work out a schedule!

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Gina M.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
25 years of experience
Streamwood, IL, 60107

About: I've taken care of cats and dogs since I was 8 years old. I figured out at a young age they can help heal the human spirit. I wanted to be like them and heal people so I became a nurse. While working as a home health nurse my patients' pets would get a visit from me too. Now I'm retired from nursing and freelancing. My experience is very diverse and I am hardworking. My schedule is very flexible. I'm available 7 days a week. I'm also available for holidays. I can do early morning walks, mid day, afternoon and evenings rain or shine. I have a big backyard and access to a local dog park as well. I love going on walks and exploring new neighborhoods with new fur friends.

Sitter Profile Image: Kira M.
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Kira M.
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$18
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10 years of experience
Bartlett, IL, 60103

About: I've taken care of and had dogs ever since I was 8 years old. I recently relocated to Chicago and lost my dog a little over a year ago at age 12 to natural causes. I'm very active into sports and take many walks daily. Throughout the year I like to foster dogs to help rescues with adoptions. I like to do a morning long walk 20 minutes or more before I go to work. Depending on what is needed for pet care, I have a pretty flexible schedule to do more than one potty break. After work I also like to do another evening walk if time allows and just to settle down for the night. I have a friendly dog community and do not mind walking multiple times to expend energy. The house is also very spacious for relaxation. If you allow furniture sleeping so do I. I'm flexible to what my clients would want from my in home stays. If I come to your house, naturally I would follow guidelines that your pet is typically used to.

Sitter Profile Image: Lola M.
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Lola M.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
13 years of experience
Palatine, IL, 60067

About: The phrase man’s (or woman’s) best friend is extremely fitting for me! I connect so well with animals, and have always been a reliable source for family, friends, neighbors, and more! I have dog walked, pet sit for cats and dogs, and taken care of pets (including my own dog) since I was 10 years old. Animals are a huge part of my life and I want to surround myself with them more! I currently am a sports photographer so I only go in at most once per week to capture photos and videos, and then I edit at home. Sometimes it gets lonely, so I would absolutely love to take care of a pet whenever I can! I have a perfect dog park in my neighborhood, a nice walking path where sometimes there are other furry friends out for walks so we can meet them if they are interested, and a cozy home that welcomes any pet!

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Arianna C.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
13 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Rogers Park, Deerfield, IL, 60015

“Arianna did great with Porkchop! She was punctual to his feeding times and he looked happy and healthy when we returned. We will keep her in mind for future bookings!”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rachael watched our 3 cats for us while we were out of town and we absolutely recommend her to anyone else looking for a pet sitter. She went above and beyond with their care, had great communication, and gave us constant updates on everything. She even brought a few of our packages inside which we didn’t expect her to do, but greatly appreciated! All in all we appreciate having her to look after our cats while we are away and highly recommend her to anyone else looking for the same.

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Mitchell H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jessica is amazing with out 2 Russian Blue cats, they love her. We will definitely be booking with her again!

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Cindy S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sheri did an amazing job with Bo. I have complete confidence in her. Highly recommend Sheri as a pet sitter. Provided many cute pictures of Bo. I really enjoyed looking at the pictures. Will definitely use Sheri again.

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Christine v.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Dorothy was great to work with! She was very communicative with her visits, and our cat was happy to see her when she stopped by. We came to a well taken care of home and kitty 😊 Would recommend and book with her again!

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Haley R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you for taking such wonderful care of my fur babies! It meant so much to know they were in such good hands. I was able to leave with complete peace of mind, knowing they were safe, loved, and well cared for. I truly appreciate everything you did, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to anyone looking for a caring and reliable pet sitter. Thank you again!

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Cassandra T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Samantha was wonderful. She went above and beyond. She stayed in constant communication with me. Sent me silly and lovely pictures of my babies. Dealt with a last minute booking on my part. I could not ask of a better person to watch my girls (3 cats) I trusted her completely.

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Melissa M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelly did an awesome job with our two kitties Roxy and Mochi while we were on vacation! Our cats are shy and she was understanding and sent us updates everyday and took excellent care of them while we were gone. She’s reliable and responsive. Highly recommend!

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Gail E.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We had a wonderful experience with Tricia. She lovingly cared for our 2 fur babies. They did well with her.

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Wendy C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Always takes great care of my old kitty and keeps us updated with pictures. Helps a lot being away knowing our fur baby is cared for!

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Alaina V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Melissa is the best! She communicated on every visit and even had great suggestions for us, first time cat family. Very respectful and gave our Arthur lots of love. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again.

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Melissa S.
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The average cost of Cat Sitting in Algonquin on Rover is $19 per visit as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $17 and $19 per visit. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 1,973 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across Algonquin. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.

House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.

During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Algonquin. On Rover:

  • 89% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 93% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

sitters on Rover set their own , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.

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