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Sitter Profile Image: Laura & David G.
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Laura & David G.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
228 reviews
65 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62711

I could not have been happier about Laura cared for Roscoe (my dog). She shared with me on a daily basis what they were doing and how he was doing. I am certain there was a definite bond made between them. She was absolutely great. Thank you. Cindy

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Cindy M.
Sitter Profile Image: Andrew D.
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Andrew D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
8 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62707

Andrew was absolutely great! Nova liked him off the bat! Knowing she was well cared for while we were away was such a great feeling. Being able to trust someone with our pup & house really put me at ease which was so nice. I will absolutely contact Andrew again if need be.

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Sitter Profile Image: Caroline K.
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Caroline K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62702

Caroline took such good care of my dogs and my house! I came home to happy dogs and a clean house. She sent pictures and stayed in communication consistently. I would highly recommend Caroline to watch your pets!

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Sitter Profile Image: Hunter T.
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Hunter T.
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$50
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5 years of experience
Pleasant Plains, IL, 62677

About: I have been taken care of animals since I can remember! I’ve taken care of all kinds of animals/different breeds and I love it! I have been taking care for friends and family, and I’m just trying to get more out there! I’d cuddle with them, play with them, feed them and give them treats, I take them on walks, I’ve taken some dogs to get groomed, I’ve even given baths before, and I’d do whatever needed to be done! I’ve stayed over night with animals before while the owners were out of town and I love being with new animals! I’ve also had to take care of some animals that needed insulin and other medications! I used to have a senior dog that I would have to help get up and carry outside when he needed to go! I love taking care of any animals and have so much fun doing it! I am currently working part time so I’d definitely have time to play with the animals and take them out as many times as needed! I work morning shifts so I’m free in the afternoon! I’m always taking care of my animals as well so I’m definitely used to it! My kitties have a cat tree they love and lots of toys we play with! I can do whatever is needed to take care of them! I can create your dog if necessary!

Sitter Profile Image: Tristen L.
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Tristen L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

About: I’ve been caring for dogs of all breeds, sizes, and personalities for over 15 years. Neighbors, friends, and family have trusted me to walk, feed, bathe, and care for their pets while they’re away. I’m attentive, patient, and great at reading animal behavior, whether that means giving energetic dogs plenty of exercise or providing calm, gentle care for seniors or anxious pets. I treat every pet as if they were my own. I work part-time and set my own schedule, which allows me to be very flexible and accommodating to my clients’ needs. I’m able to adjust my availability for walks, drop-ins, or extended care, including weekdays and weekends, and I prioritize clear communication to ensure your pet’s routine is followed as closely as possible. I have a fenced-in yard and prioritize a calm, safe environment for all pets in my care. I have two cats who are kept comfortably separated with their own space when dogs are visiting, as I understand transitions can be challenging. I’m very mindful of introductions, happy to crate dogs if needed, and always follow owner preferences and routines to ensure pets feel secure and well cared for.

Sitter Profile Image: Elena W.
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Elena W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

Elena is Great the dogs love her she plays with them; takes them outside they have a lot of fun with her. She is great at sending updates about what is going on and lots of pictures. We will have her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Derek P.
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Derek P.
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$42
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24 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62711

About: With years of experience caring for animals, I'm confident in my ability to provide exceptional care for your furry family members. My background includes caring for a variety of pets, from playful puppies to senior cats needing a little extra TLC. I'm adept at handling all aspects of pet care, including feeding, administering medications, and ensuring they get plenty of exercise and enrichment. I'm dedicated to following each pet's unique routine and will treat your companion with the same love, patience, and attention I give my own. You can rest assured that your pet will be safe, happy, and comfortable under my care. I am available weekdays after 4:30 PM and any time on weekends to drop in to care for and play with your furry family members. During my drop-in visits, I'll provide fresh food and water, and, of course, give them plenty of love, attention, and playtime. I'll also send photo updates so you can see how happy and comfortable your pet is in the safety of their own home.

Sitter Profile Image: Jade D.
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Jade D.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
21 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62707

This was our first full weekend trip away from our four senior cats for a long time. From the beginning, Jade made us feel confident that our fur babies were in good hands. She sent pictures and gave reports everyday. Two of our cats require meds including insulin shots 2x daily. We were so pleased when we returned home to find our kitties looking happy and healthy. Jade is going to come back in a few weeks for our ten day trip. We know our fur babies will be in good hands which gives the gift of “peace of mind.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Carmen H.
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Carmen H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
17 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62703

Awesome young lady. Made friends with the dog quickly. Just stopped at her work and the dog loved seeing her. She comes back next month.

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Cathy G.
Sitter Profile Image: Abby J.
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Abby J.
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$25
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4.7 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
13 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62707

Abby was wonderful with our dogs. They were happy to see her every night. We got home and everything was great, she even watered my flowers. She sent us pictures and stayed in contact. We will have her again

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Joan L.
Sitter Profile Image: Samantha I.
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Samantha I.
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$63
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5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
28 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

About: I have had animals from the time I was a toddler. I have cared for small and large dogs, cats, lizards, rabbits, fish, gerbils, and various farm animals. I will love and care for your animals like my own! I have plenty of availability to care for your animals, just call me or send me a message and I can get to you asap! I will respect your home and make sure the animals are cared for as well as I care for my own! If you need me to clean up anything, I can do that as well. A clean environment always helps me have a fresh mindset!

Sitter Profile Image: Mary Ann P.
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Mary Ann P.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
4 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62703

About: I have 3 German shepherds, and I know how much care goes into making sure they are well-fed, trained, and taken care of. Your pets are family, and I would treat them as though they were my own. I also am a runner, and I run with my own dogs - up to 3 at a time (size and temperament dependent). If you have a dog who loves to run (or who needs to), I would love to have them join the crew. If your dog has behavioral challenges, this may be something we can do to wear them out and make them one happy pup. I would love to share my own experience with you to help you learn just how important structured exercise is to your pups (and your!) lifestyle. I work for myself, and I have quite a bit of flexibility with my schedule. I'm open to coming up with a schedule that works for both of us. I treat every animal as if they were my own. That means lots of play time, attention, and overall just good fun. That being said, if you have house rules, then we will follow them accordingly.

Sitter Profile Image: Laura H.
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Laura H.
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$150
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

About: My name is Laura. I have been a dog owner my whole life. I have been a Rover sitter on and off for about 5 years and would love to take care of your fur babies while you are out of town. I have owned several special needs animals and am good at working with animals of all temperments. I have experience dealing with dogs of all ages and sizes. I especially love caring for older dogs who may need a little extra care and attention. I have worked with large groups of dogs and am willing to take care of several at a time if you have a large pet family. I have open availability and would love to play with your dog and make sure they are well taken care of. I have a full time job with flexibility. As long as I have about a weeks notice it should not be a problem to accommodate weekday visits to pets. Weekends are no problem. I like to do an initial house visit with the owner to get an idea of what the house looks like and where the pet is comfortable. If we cannot get a face to face meeting first please message me with detailed care instructions to ensure proper care for your pet.

Sitter Profile Image: Anthony O.
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$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62707

Anthony is so attentive and wonderful with my dogs! My older dog has some health concerns and he is able to care for her with no problems. I feel so at ease leaving for a trip knowing my dogs are in his care! He has puppy sat for me twice now and I will continue to book him!

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Danielle S.
Sitter Profile Image: Shelbie P.
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Shelbie P.
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$70
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62702

Shelbie went above and beyond again. We went from one low maintenance pup during her last visit to two high maintenance ones this time. She handled that and more with grace. You know you have found the right sitter when you feel they take better care of your pups than you do :) Thanks, Shelbie! The girls can't wait until our next trip.

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Sitter Profile Image: Olivia R.
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Olivia R.
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$40
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4 years of experience
Riverton, IL, 62561

About: I’ve dog sat for many family friends since I was 16 and have had no complaints! I’ve also raised my own miniature dachshund since she was a baby! I’m currently a senior in high school and working part time at skateland. However, I will always prioritize pet care. I go to school at 8:40 and leave at 2:35 so I can take care of animals before and after school. I work in the evening and make sure I leave in time to take care of the pets. In my home, I bathe the dogs at least once every two weeks. More if they get dirty. My dogs get fed a rice mixture every day at 5 pm. I don’t keep them outside for more than 5 minutes if it’s not warm. I would apply all of this to anyone else’s pet!

Sitter Profile Image: Mia H.
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Mia H.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62707

About: I’ve been helping raise puppies, cats, and rodents since I can remember. I also work part time with a local dog groomer for almost two years I’m currently working everyday, so drop ins and walking would be ideal. However, I’m flexible and dedicated, so I can work around your daily life. I do not have a fenced in yard, however I have access to a large backyard usually at all times. I come from a huge pet family, so i’m completely aware that having a safe and healthy environment is mandatory to happy pets.

Sitter Profile Image: Christine H.
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Christine H.
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$30
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30 years of experience
Spaulding, IL, 62561

About: I have been a lifelong pet owner, with pets of all varieties. My current pets include a 12 beagle mix we have had since she was a puppy and 3 cats ages range from 15 years old to 7 years old. I have a full time Monday-Friday job and am just looking for some weekend sitting in my home. I am available from 5:30 pm on Friday until 7:30 pm on Sunday. Extended hours may be possible can discuss in further details if needed I have a fenced in yard. I can crate if needed. The animals are allowed on the furniture in my house. I have some toys but my older girl is just not too interested anymore.

Sitter Profile Image: Emillie M.
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Emillie M.
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$55
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6 years of experience
Buffalo, IL, 62515

About: I have 5 dogs in my household that I have trained and taken care of when my family goes out of town for soccer, I am more than happy to cater to your babies as well! I am currently working part time at a trampoline park, so recently business has been slow. Many people are asking for more hours, but there is so much the business can do. I am no opening my options up to pet sitting, because I love animals and I am glad to see families that love there pets as well! I let dogs/puppies out every 2 hours. My personal dogs eat twice a day, but depending on how the clients feeding schedule I can feed as wanted. Water is always available to them. They will get play time with there potty breaks as well.

Sitter Profile Image: Cheyenne B.
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Cheyenne B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
Atlanta, IL, 61723

Cheyenne is always great with our dogs! She’s responsible, thoughtful ,and communicative.

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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Athens on Rover as of Apr 2026 was about $40 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.

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As of Apr 2026, there are 81 house sitters in Athens. 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, 96% of Athens house sitters respond in under an hour.

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 Athens.

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. Athens 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.

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