Pet Sitting Barrington
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âBreanna was amazing! She left adorable and complete notes, and the pictures showed how comfortable my dog was with her. She is very professional, and will definitely use her services in the future.â
About: I currently have an 11 year old Rottweiler mix who is battling cancer. I am doing this to help pay for her treatment. I will love every dog like my own and show them true care. I work full time during the week but am available every day but Saturday (am flexible). I am available in the evenings and on Sundays. I have experience with crates, fences, and gates. I have a strong attention to detail and will make sure to be vigilant for anything your pet may need.
âThis was our second time having Eileen take care of our kitties. She does great with our special needs cat and our new cat warmed up to her right away. She makes sure they are well taken care of and spends time with them for play too!â
âChristina did a wonderful job taking care of my pup. She sent me updates throughout the stay and I know my dog loved her. I will definitely be using her again.â
About: Iâve had dogs of all sizes throughout my life, and pet sat for many friends! Friends know I am reliable, and will always prioritize your animals Iâm currently working full time, and looking to make some money on the side doing what I love! My schedule is flexible, meaning I can work around you and your pets needs to make sure they are getting the best care. I have 3 dogs of my own, and have plenty of experience with feeding, playing, and crating dogs. Because all our dogs have been rescues, I also have experience with puppies, untrained dogs, and dogs who aren't perfect on leash.
âJacqueline was so great with my two dogs! I have a younger dog and an older one, and she was so great at managing the different energy levels of both! She gave frequent updates and photos, and left everything as it was before. Couldnât recommend her enough!â
âMegan was great with Henry! She was prompt, provided great communication throughout, and Henry loved spending time with her. We will definitely continue to work with her!â
âKatia took excellent care of our two cats! We enjoyed seeing the photos of our fur babies when we were on vacation and were very pleased with the care Katia provided them. We will definitely have her care for them in the future.â
âA1 perfect !!!!! Melissa is taking care of my babies now and is doing an amazing job! I was so nervous and this has been easy peasy!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU FOR HELPING !!!!!! So happy. !!!!! She is accommodating to your animals needs and keeps you updated !!!! Please donât look any further when looking on rover, Iâm serious sheâs amazing . I have anxiety about leaving my animals this is our first time doing so. Such an easy process with Melissa ! thank you Melissa !!!!!â
About: I have taken care of my neighbors dogs for 5+ years. I also have a small dog myself who is thirteen. I have worked with many sizes and breeds of dogs over time and am excited to help! I am currently working part time and taking some college courses. I have a lot of free time to hang out with your little dogs! I have a small dog myself and I know how important safety and care. I will treat your dogs as if they were my own!
About: I look forward to hosting, walking or keeping your pup company! We will play, snuggle, and give lots of love to your fury friend! Safe smoke free environment with a large yard for lots of fun!!! We love to take walks and stay active. Iâm available Monday-Sunday! Open to overnight stays if thatâs what youâre looking for. I will take care and love you dog like they are my own! Feel free to message me with any questions you may have. Available for plenty of potty breaks throughout the day as I work from home! Big yard for your dogs to play and run around with someone always home. I have a huge fenced in yard for playing and running. Space to crate if need be! Happy to make several visits to your home for walks and play.
âMyranda was great. She last minute popped by to meet Penelope and check out the place. She provided details and photos each drop in visit. Will definitely book again!!â
âBrijana is great! She is extremely responsive and keeps us up to date on how our cats are doing while we're out of town. She seems to genuinely care about the well-being of our cats, which means a lot to us! We highly recommend her, and we will definitely re-book with her in the future!â
About: Dear Pet Parent, Thank you for considering me to care for your beloved pets. I bring over 25 years of hands-on experience with cats, small dogs, and local animal rescue. Over the years, my dedication to animal welfare has included adopting senior rescue poodles and providing them with a warm, dignified home, as well as rehabilitating community cats into happy, indoor companions. This background has provided me with a deep understanding of animal behavior, specialized needs, and the importance of a low-stress environment. I look forward to giving your cats and small dogs the safe, nurturing, and professional attention they deserve. Please feel free to reach out to discuss your pet's routine and care requirements. I am reliable and very organized. I work part time and am available early afternoons and early evenings throughout the week. I am available any weekend and on holidays providing excellent, detailed care, and thorough follow through.I will clean up pet dishes and eating area, as well as tidy up litter box area. Your pets' safety, routine, and comfort are my top priorities while you are away! -Experienced in providing patient, dedicated care for senior dogs and rescue animals. -Passionate pet parent with a proven track record of converting community cats to comfortable indoor living , and adopting senior former puppy mill poodles.
About: I've taken care of dogs and cats for 40 years and love them to pieces. I will take care of your pets as if they were my own I am at home full time and I am Lookimg to take care of pets full time. I work in and outside of my home I do it all! I care in and outside of my home with love for all animals. Pets are my purpose Full time care for
âYajaira is great! She helped us out in a jam with a last minute drop-in visit request. She also provides prompt updates as well as great pictures of the visit. 10/10 Highly recommend her for you and your fur babies.â
âShell has been so incredible with our very special pups who have different behavior quirks. she takes them out separately to make sure everyone has a safe visit and for that iâm super grateful. itâs so hard to find someone to trust with your fur babies and iâm so glad i found shell. we will continue to use her services, 15/10 recommend !â
About: I've had 3 dogs in my life and when I was old enough I trained 2 of them with basic commands. I usually help my aunt with watching her dog which includes bathroom breaks, staying over night, and hanging out with him during the day. I've also watched him after he had surgery to make sure he didn't mess with the wound. I'm a part time college student and I work during the weekend. I'm mostly free during the week after 11 on Mondays and Wednesdays and 1 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Some Fridays I'm free before 1. I have a fenced yard and a pool with a small dog who loves running around and swimming(our big one passed recently), I give my dog baths, I take her for walks, play with her, feed her, clean her space. When I watch others pets I make sure to clean up if they make a mess, that they go potty before I leave and have a full bowl of food and water depending on how long they will be alone for.
About: I am a dog mom of 2 playful babies! Iâve always loved animals and taken care of neighbors and friends pets while on vacation for upwards of a week including scheduled vet visits, walking, grooming and of course lots of cuddles ! I work part time at a restaurant with flexible hours (mostly at night)! If Iâm not home my partner is so your dog will always be monitored and taken care of ! I have two playful dogs for your pups to play with, lots of hard space and toys. We do daily training exercises to keep ensure their energy has a positive outlet ! We cuddle daily and of course good behavior is rewarded with delicious treats!
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Barrington is $20
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Barrington
This is the first time I used Rover, and I chose Mary to take care of my three cats Chai, Serena, and Yasmina. During the introduction, I was impressed with Mary's love of animals and her friendly nature. I felt that I could trust her with my babies as well as my house. During my time away, Mary communicated in a timely manner and share photos of her drop in visits. She even managed to give medicine to Serena, who is not easy to give medicine to! I would absolutely ask Mary to take care of my pets again. She is reliable, kind-hearted, and trustworthy. Thank you so much, Mary!!!
We can't say enough about how happy we were with Brianna's care of our pets. We have 5 indoor cats and 2 ferals in our household. The twice daily (AM and PM) responsibilities included giving one of the cats 2 medications daily, multiple feeding instructions for wet and dry foods, and litter maintenance. Brianna provided thorough communication and photos on all visits. Notably, Brianna demonstrated keen observational skills and diligence by contacting us when it appeared someone had been to the house between her visits (it was a family member who had stopped by to pick up something). It became clear that Brianna is not just smart and dependable, she really loved our cats and took care of them as if they were her own. We would not hesitate to have Brianna take care of them in the future.
Megan took care of our cat family of 5 plus 2 outdoor feral cats. The responsibilities included giving one of the cats two medications daily, multiple instructions for feeding wet/dry food based on individual preferences, and litter box maintenance. Megan did a great job by providing pictures and updates on all the entire crew on a daily basis. Additionally, she genuinely appeared to enjoy their company and I am sure the feeling was mutual. We would definitely use Megan again for future needs.
Julia was fantastic! She took great care of our two cats while we were away. We really appreciated Juliaâs warmth, professionalism, and communicativeness. The updates she sent throughout our trip were very reliable and reassuring. She was very easy to connect with and our cats seemed happy and healthy upon our return. We hope to book with Julia again!
Hunter is a conscientious, loving and professional person. She cared for my diabetic cat for two weeks and I received glowing reviews from him lol. I very much appreciate Hunterâs style as well. She was relaxed and confident around Mick. Hunter is and will be on Team Mick for future trips!!!!
Melissa was fabulous. She was reliable and friendly and conscientious. She was also very flexible when my flight was delayed and I needed to extend her visits she did so without hesitation. She spent time with my cats and sent great updates and photos throughout.
Margot took very good care of firefly! She even took the time to play with him which we really appreciate! Firefly seemed to warm right up to her which speaks volumes to her natural love and attentiveness for cats! Also , she was very adaptable when we had a little key /lock mishap (my fault). thanks again ! Definitely will book again
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The average cost of Pet Sitting in Barrington is $17 per visit as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $17 and $21 per visit. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your petâs 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 November 2026, there are 8,892 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Barrington. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
You and your sitter can agree on a care schedule that fits your petâs routine and the sitterâs availability. Pet Sitting can be booked as a one-time or recurring drop-in visit. If you need overnight care or dog walks, you may also be able to book House Sitting or Dog Walking through Rover with the same sitter, provided they offer those services.
Before booking, confirm:
- the timing, length, and frequency of visits;
- the care instructions the sitter should follow;
- which parts of your petâs usual routine should be prioritized;
- how often you would like to receive messages, photos, or other updates.
Not every sitter offers the same services, availability, or booking options. Review their profile and discuss the care you need through Rover before booking each service.
If you would like updates while youâre away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent youâd like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
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, donât 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 Justiceâs 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page.
The Rover Guarantee is Roverâs 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 Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Barrington. On Rover:
- 87% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 94% 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.
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 Meet & Greet.
sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, 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 sitterâs 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, youâll 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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