Pet Sitting Edwardsville
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“Ali is an amazing caretaker for our kitties! Highly recommend - she communicates well, and provides timely and loving care, in addition to taking the cutest pictures of them while we’re gone! We never worry about our kitties’ well-being, because we know Ali will always take great care of them :)”
“Joy took excellent care of my cat Truffles. I was nervous about leaving her for so long. Truffles requires daily medication. She's a rescue, and I work from home so I thought she'd be lonely. Joy sent photos and updates, which I appreciated. She took excellent care of Truffles, and even watered my plants! Thank you, Joy!”
“Olivia is always so great with our Charlie Boy and we know he is in good hands while we are at work. She is so very good with communication and responding and we just appreciate her so much.”
About: I have had cats & dogs since I was a child. Now I have a cat who loves dogs and neighbors bring their dogs over to see how they react to a cat. I am a retired vet with nothing but time to worship animals. I visit the dog park even though I dont have a dog & carry treat in case I meet a dog I have a yard with a fence, two bedrooms & a comfy couch all are welcome on. I live near a dog park & several parks for roaming.
“Brandi is the best! She took notes on what needed to be done during the drop in and made sure to do them all (and some!). She was great about taking some photo updates and giving Copernicus plenty of attention before leaving. So happy we found her to watch our furbaby while we were gone!”
“i couldn’t be happier with the care my dogs received during the drop-in visits. i got updates and photos, which gave me peace of mind while i was away. my dogs were well cared for, got plenty of attention, and were happy and comfortable when i returned. it’s clear lane genuinely love animals and treat them like her own. i would definitely book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone needing reliable pet care. 🐾💕”
About: Lover of dogs, all shapes and sizes! I have grown up around dogs my whole life, both big and small and would love to be your next go-to for walks and drop-in visits! I am currently working full time as a barista while on summer break, but my working hours are pretty flexible, especially for local visits in Edwardsville! Your pet's safety is my number one priority! I would love to provide quality care for your pet in the comfort of their own home.
“Jenee did an amazing job taking care of our cats. Our Garfield and Morticia were always excited to see her and get pets. Our cats really enjoyed her company. She even went above and beyond to even feed and water the outside feral cats that like to take up residence on our porch. Next time we go out of town we will definitely be more than happy to have Jenee watch our cats. They will be in good hands.”
“Kelly did a great job with our senior cat who has special food and insulin needs. She is super responsive and reliable! I will definitely book Kelly again next time we travel.”
“Kathleen is always so amazing! She goes above and beyond to look after our cat and has helped with food/water/litter and even my mail and packages. Our shy cat who is scared of people loves her. Thank you again for helping us out!”
About: 🐾 Hello, pet parents! 🐾 I’m new to Rover and excited to meet some amazing furry friends! To celebrate, I’m offering your first drop-in visit FREE for my first 5 clients. Whether your pet needs a potty break, playtime, fresh food and water, or just some extra love while you’re away, I’d love the opportunity to earn your trust. Message me to claim your free visit before all 5 spots are gone! 🐶🐱❤️ What sets me apart is a lifetime of experience caring for animals. I’ve been responsible for pets since childhood and have cared for animals through all life stages, from playful puppies and kittens to senior pets who need extra patience and attention. I understand that every pet has their own personality, routines, and needs. I have experience giving medication, following detailed care instructions, and providing individualized attention. I work full-time from home, which allows me to provide reliable care, consistent attention, and peace of mind while you’re away. I am also a mom of two children and three fur babies, so caring for a busy, loving household is part of my daily life. I offer a free meet and greet so you and your pets can feel comfortable before booking. I will always treat your pets with the same love and care I give my own. I’m available for morning visits from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM, a midday lunch visit, and evening visits from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. My schedule allows me to give your pets the attention, companionship, and care they need throughout the day while you’re away. I provide care that is personalized to each pet’s unique personality, routine, and needs. I understand that pets feel most secure when their normal routines are maintained, so I follow your instructions closely regarding feeding, medications, playtime, enrichment, and daily habits. During drop-in visits, I will treat your home and your pets with the utmost respect and care. I’ll provide plenty of love, attention, companionship, and positive interaction while you’re away, along with updates so you can have peace of mind knowing your pets are happy, comfortable, and well cared for in their own familiar environment.
About: Can help take care of big dogs, and can play with dogs all day. Cats I can give them their space or play with them as needed. Rover is a summer side job for me to fund my college and stay active. And I love playing and being with dogs and cats. When it comes to walking or at home care, I have the experience and care to work out all sorts of trouble or problems with dogs and cats.
About: As a lifelong dog owner and current dog mom myself, I love all pups! I'm an early childhood special ed teacher who's looking to love on some fur babies this summer. Whether your dog needs a serious power walk or a chill potty break and snuggles, I've got them covered! I'm comfortable with basic command reinforcement, can stick to mealtime routines or a quick brush-out if needed! I'm happy to treat them as my own! :) I have not had cats before but am happy to feed or give your kitties some love as well! I'm a special education teacher on summer break which means my availability is flexible! I will be off of work beginning May 26th. I do have my own pup at home so I prefer to do check ins and walks as needed! Because I like to stay active with my own family, friends and pup during the break, I do require at least 48 hours of notice for bookings. I am generally available between 8am to 8pm. Since I have my own pup, I'm only doing house calls! Your dog will get my full attention in the comfort of their own neighborhood. I will make sure to check pavements before a walk and make sure collars/harnesses are firmly attached before we head out. You'll get plenty of photo updates!
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.
About: I have a 3 year old french bulldog named Penny! Before that, I grew up with multiple dogs my whole life and a few cats I am a teacher and could help on the weekends, breaks, and Summer. I have loved dogs my whole life and would like to help others who care deeply for their pets when their schedules get busy. I have a fenced in yard at my house. When my dog, Penny, is alone, she stays inside the house. We take her out to go potty outside in the fenced area.
About: I have been pet sitting and caring for pets for five years now. I have my own dogs and have fostered puppies for a rescue for a couple of years now. I have also grown up with dogs since I was a baby. I have been around dogs more but also have house sit for people with cats. I have been around dogs of all ages and all sizes. In pet sitting, I have walked dogs, let them outside to play and use bathroom, play with pets, clean litter boxes, and give them food and water as directed by owner. With fostering puppies, I have cared for the sickest puppies and the healthiest happiest puppies. With fostering, I have learned how to care for pets on a deeper level and give them tender, love, and care. I have given pets oral medicine while pet sitting and through fostering. I have bathed and brushed many dogs and puppies. I work from home and typically have a pretty flexible schedule. I can do frequent potty breaks and check on cats and dogs through out the day. I have a fenced in back yard for my dogs to excercise. I am flexible with what the dog owner feels comfortable with and needs.
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Edwardsville is $20
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Edwardsville
i couldn’t be happier with the care my dogs received during the drop-in visits. i got updates and photos, which gave me peace of mind while i was away. my dogs were well cared for, got plenty of attention, and were happy and comfortable when i returned. it’s clear lane genuinely love animals and treat them like her own. i would definitely book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone needing reliable pet care. 🐾💕
Ali is amazing! She is so great with our dog and gives him all the love and attention he needs! Our dog has a few specific needs with his routine and Ali is so intentional with following what we need for our dog and caring for him to ensure he is all taken care of! Ali leaves great updates at the end of the visit that make us feel so happy that our dog is well taken care of!
brandi is AMAZING. she did so well looking after our two cats. she required a meeting with us and the cats prior to the booking that showed us she truly cares and has respect for this job. she was awesome communicating with us every day. even when the cats were naughty she understood and always made sure our place was in order before leaving. i cannot recommend her enough to anyone looking for a sitter on here!! 10/10 i will rebook her in the future
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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Edwardsville on Rover is $16.65 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet 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 Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of July 2026, there are 2,176 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Edwardsville. 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 Edwardsville 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.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d 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, 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 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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Edwardsville. On Rover:
- 96% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 97% 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.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, 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.
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.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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