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Sitter Profile Image: Kate T.
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$12
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

Kate was absolutely amazing! I will definitely be booking with her again soon! :)

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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
16 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Florissant, MO, 63034

About: Hi! I’m Tim—Star Sitter in Florissant. Your dog will be cared for in a clean, calm home with a secure fenced yard, lots of supervised play, and consistent potty breaks every 2–4 hours. I work from home most days, so your pup won’t be left alone for long stretches. I’ve been a dog owner for most of my life and have provided in-home and boarding care for the last couple of years. I’m comfortable with senior dogs and can administer oral and injected medications when needed, following your instructions closely. -Star Sitter with strong reviews and repeat clients -WFH most days = more supervision -Secure fenced yard + structured play -Comfortable with seniors + medication routines -Fast replies and regular updates I am available weekdays and most weekends and can offer overnight care. I work from home most days so someone is always with the pets. Safety and comfort are my priority. I have a high, fully fenced backyard for secure outdoor time, and I supervise play to keep things positive and low-stress. My two dogs are friendly and social, and I only accept dogs who do well around other dogs so everyone stays comfortable. “I’m happy to do a quick meet & greet to make sure it’s a great fit.”

Sitter Profile Image: Makenzie C.
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Makenzie C.
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$25
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14 years of experience
Glen Carbon, IL, 62034

About: I’ve grown up with all kinds of animals within my house and have loved each and every one of them. I also pet sit and dog walk already and I treat all animals like they are one of my own. I am currently in school and go part time as well as work a part time job but have plenty of time in my schedule to care for your animals! I only provide service in clients home, not my own. I have plenty of references for previous homes and animals I have watched in the past if need be!

Sitter Profile Image: Max R.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
8 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

Max took great care of Chito, let him out for his breaks. Thanks Max!

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Sitter Profile Image: Shannyn T.
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Shannyn T.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
8 years of experience
St. Louis, MO, 63137

About: I’ve had animals all my life from seniors to littler of puppies. I’ve been to classes to teach and have taken care of multiple pets through hospice. I’ve raised a hand full of litters and pride myself on a loving and fun home for my animals! I can fit almost any Animal within my schedule and around my other small pup! We go on frequent walks and have play time throughout the day. I have a large fenced yard where pets can safely play, exercise, and enjoy some outdoor time. I provide fresh water, supervision, and a safe, comfortable environment. I’m also happy to follow your pet’s usual routine and care instructions.

Sitter Profile Image: Sheronica C.
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Sheronica C.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Florissant, MO, 63034

She was amazing. She was there when she was supposed to be and provided me with pictures and updates on how he was doing. She was very respectful and took amazing care of my dog while I was out of town. I highly recommend using her for your dog care needs.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jocelyn F.
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Jocelyn F.
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$15
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15 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

About: I have always had at least 3 pets my whole life. I have always loved animals! I want to spend my life taking care of animals and helping them! I have a full time job where my schedule is 9-5, but that gives me plenty of time on mornings, evenings, and weekends to take care of your pets! I genuinely enjoy spending my time with animals so I can assure you that your pet will always be taken care of to your standards and they will always have someone to play with and keep safe!

Sitter Profile Image: Karrie S.
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Karrie S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
5 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Granite City, IL, 62040

About: I've loved dogs and cats since a young age. As I've grown older, my responsibilities have included feeding, walking, playing and even cleaning up after of various breeds of dogs and cats. I am capable of providing medication and other special care for your pets. I believe pets are family and I will treat your animals as my family. I am a kind, caring individual who will go above and beyond for your furbaby. At this time, I have a full time job, Hence house-sitting for low maintenance animals is primarily what I can provide. I look forward to helping you out Unfortunately, my current living situation prevents me from accommodatimg more dogs or cats. Although, animals in aquariums are welcome and will be treated with love.

Sitter Profile Image: Eden L.
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Eden L.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Glen Carbon, IL, 62034

About: Hello, my name is Eden. I grew up around both cats and dogs of different breeds and sizes, so I understand that every pet has its own personality and needs. As a full-time college student, I’m used to staying organized and following schedules, which helps me provide consistent and reliable care. From walks and playtime to simple companionship, I’ll make sure your pet is well looked after and comfortable. Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine, allowing me to provide dependable and attentive care throughout the day. My schedule is flexible, so I can accommodate morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend visits depending on your pet’s needs. Whether your pet needs a quick potty break, a long walk, playtime, or overnight companionship, I’m committed to giving them the time, attention, and care they deserve. I always prioritize keeping pets on their normal routine to help them feel comfortable and happy while you’re away. I treat every pet as if they were my own and strive to make them feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away. I always follow each pet’s routine, including feeding schedules, potty breaks, walks, playtime, medication (if needed), and any special instructions you provide. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I respect your home, keep everything clean, and provide regular updates with photos and messages so you can have peace of mind. I make sure pets get plenty of attention, exercise, and affection while maintaining a calm, stress-free environment. My priority is your pet’s safety and happiness, and I am committed to providing reliable, trustworthy care that you can count on.

Sitter Profile Image: Jamie P.
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Jamie P.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Granite City, IL, 62040

Jamie is the best cat sitter! She has genuine love for animals and takes extra good care of them. She is great at communicating with us about the cats and sends lots of high quality pics. Follows all of our instructions and takes care of house things like the mail and trash. Highly recommend hiring Jamie!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Norah W.
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Norah W.
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$13
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3 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

About: Pet care has been a part of my everyday life for 10 years and I have been caring for other people’s animals for 3. I grew up handeling pitbulls and have experience pet sitting smaller and bigger dogs as well. I love all animals, and I will treat your pets like my own. I am a part time student with a very flexible schedule. I am available in the evenings everyday of the week including weekends. I am available in the mornings Monday, Wed, Fri, Sat, and Sun. I believe all pets need and deserve care tailored to their needs. I will do my absolute best to accommodate you and your pets specific requests.

Sitter Profile Image: Abigail R.
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Abigail R.
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$15
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1 year of experience
Granite City, IL, 62040

About: I've been around dogs my whole life, growing up with two of my own. I also regularly dog and house sit for my best friend whenever she's out of town, so I'm comfortable caring for pets in a home environment. As a full-time middle school teacher, I'm responsible, patient, and dependable. I'll treat your dog like family and make sure they get plenty of love, attention, and care while you're away! During the summer, I have a very flexible schedule and am available throughout the day for walks, drop-in visits, and pet sitting. During the school year, I work as a middle school teacher, so I'm available in the early mornings, after 3:00 PM, and on weekends. I'm committed to providing reliable, loving care that fits your pet's routine. I provide care in your home so your pet can stay comfortable in their familiar environment. I make sure they stick to their normal routine, including feeding, potty breaks, walks, playtime, and plenty of attention. I always respect your home, follow any care instructions you provide, and make your pet's safety and happiness my top priority.

Sitter Profile Image: John G.
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John G.
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$15
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5 years of experience
Godfrey, IL, 62035

About: I've taken care of dogs since I was 12, I have my own dog that I love and take care of. I enjoy pets a lot. I am currently not working right focusing on school, and I am available anytime to play or take care of your dogs for boarding anytime. I have a fenced in yard, a nice basement area where I will stay with your dog or cat, and I can keep your dog crated as well if need to be.

Sitter Profile Image: Lauren C.
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Lauren C.
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$17
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10 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

About: I have been dog sitting and caring for pets since I was 10 years old. I have a huge passion for animals and have been volunteering at my local humane society for the past few years. I have animals of my own and am actually about to add a new puppy to my pet family! I am willing to walk, bathe, and feed your animals and make sure they get the care they need while you’re away! I am actually a full time college student and am looking to give pet care in between my classes during the week. I would be available on T/Th all day. On M/W/F I am available anytime after 12pm to come care for your pets. I am looking to be doing home visits rather than dog boarding because I am currently living in an apartment and do not have the space needed to provide quality care for your pets. I am willing to do drop in visits and in the past am used to doing that type of care for my clients.

Sitter Profile Image: Rachel V.
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Rachel V.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
11 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

We loved Rachel! She did a great job taking care of of our bunny and always sent us great updates and pictures. Very sweet and professional!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sandra Marcelina L.
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Sandra Marcelina L.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

About: I bring a unique blend of patience, attentiveness, and genuine love for animals that helps me quickly build trust with both pets and their people. I take the time to understand each pet’s personality and needs whether that means keeping a playful pup busy or making sure a senior dog feels safe and comfortable. Here’s a bit about my experience: • Puppy care, leash walking, and reinforcing basic commands • Senior dogs, with gentle handling, slower-paced walks, and medication routines • Special needs pets, providing calm, detail-oriented care • Administering medications (oral, topical, and injectable) • Multi-pet households, managing dynamics so everyone gets love and attention I always prioritize communication I’ll send regular updates and photos so you never have to wonder how your pet is doing. I truly treat every animal as if they were my own, creating a calm and loving environment while you’re away. I’m planning to transition out of my hourly job and become a full-time sitter while in school. Balancing classes and work can be a lot, but pet care has always been something that brings me joy and helps me decompress. I carefully plan my schedule to make sure I’m fully present and attentive with every pet I care for. Whether it’s early mornings, evenings, or weekends, I’m committed to providing consistent, loving, and reliable care that fits both your pet’s needs and my routine. I focus on creating a calm, safe, and engaging environment that matches each pet’s routine and comfort level. In my home, I keep things clean, pet-proofed, and stocked with toys, cozy spaces, and outdoor access for breaks and playtime. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I respect their space and follow all instructions closely feeding schedules, walks, medications, and any specific habits or routines. I make sure pets feel secure and loved, whether they’re in familiar surroundings or visiting mine.

Sitter Profile Image: Amila D.
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Amila D.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Saint Louis, MO, 63125

My brother and mom left positive feedback to me about her while I was gone. Bastet and Ginger were pretty happy when I came back. I'm told especially Ginger really liked her and was genuinely looking forward to her visits which is unusual considering she's a pretty scared dog. I'm super happy with the treatment.

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Sitter Profile Image: Cynthia G.
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Cynthia G.
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$20
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4.8 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
9 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

About: I have had my own pets since I was a young child. I have taken care of many of my friends, family, neighbors, and church members pets over the years. I love dogs and kitties and believe they deserve to be well taken care of. They depend on us to be good to them and are at our mercy. If they are mistreated they can't say anything. This makes it that much more important to be good to our pets. I am not currently working so I have a lot of free time. I have 6 grown children who are on thier own. Two in college, the rest with their own families. I have one friendly lab mix who loves playmates. A fenced in yard, doggie door, and all hardwood floors so accidents are not tragic! I am within walking distance of our city bike/walking trail for long doggie walks.

Sitter Profile Image: Ali M.
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Ali M.
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$10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
15 years of experience
Saint Louis, MO, 63138

About: Hey. My name is Ali, I train dogs and this is a cool way to do what I love! I treat my dogs as if they were mine children & would do the same for anyone’s pet in my care. Making sure they’re comfortable and safe is my top priority. The way pet care fits into my day is regular because I’m taking care of my dogs and others literally all day so it’s a normal routine. My home and yard is dog friendly I’ve been training dogs for 15 years so I have the hang of keeping pets clean an safe.

Sitter Profile Image: Vivian G.
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Vivian G.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
East Alton, IL, 62024

Vivian was very responsive and spent loads of time with my pup over her drop in visits. She took care of everything that I asked for perfectly.

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Gabbi is an excellent dog sitter. My first time asking for her services and she is very professional and friendly. Boots loved her. I will ask for her to sit for Boots again!!

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Kimberly C.
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Crystal has been an amazing sitter while I’ve been out of town for work. Great communication, sent pictures and kept me updated on everything going on when she arrived and left my house. She took excellent care of my three dogs, including my senior pup who needs a little extra attention. She went above and beyond to make sure he was comfortable and well cared for while I was away. I highly recommend her for all your pet sitting needs!

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The average cost for Dog Sitting in East Alton on Rover is $17.76 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of September 2026, there are 2,284 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across East Alton. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a East Alton stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in East Alton choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .

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 Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

While Rover doesn’t offer traditional subscription services, some sitters offer recurring bookings for services like home visits and dog walking. Recurring services come with their own perks, such as flexibility to modify services (up to five weeks in advance), automatic billing, Rover Card updates, and same-day cancellations.

To find sitters in East Alton with recurring or weekly availability, select "Repeat Weekly" and which days you’d like them to care for your pet.

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

  • 96% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 97% can help with giving oral medications or injections
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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 cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

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