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“Cynthia was absolutely fantastic! I have three senior cats, one on medication who is a very finicky eater. She was so thoughtful and followed all instructions perfectly. My cats are very social and she made sure to spend time playing with them so they didn’t price my absence too much. But it wasn’t just that. She also made sure my home was kept in order with keeping the litter boxes extra clean, washing the cat dishes after feedings and sweeping up the litter dust from my floors. She also left detailed notes on each visit. Traveling is stressful, coming home to well cared for pets and everything as you left it was a Godsend! I cannot recommend Cynthia enough and will definitely be booking her again!”
“I have booked with Madeline many times now for her drop in visits and I am always so thankful to have a reliable and kind person that I can trust caring for my fur baby! I highly recommend her services!!”
“Abi is a life saver. I had a previous sitter for Mellie that wasn’t up to par. So I had to scramble to find someone to let my puppy out and play with her. Abi did just that! I do have cameras and she was fine with that. So I was able to watch all the playing and running around. And then afterwards Mellie slept soundly in her cage. She took care of her like Mellie was her own puppy. And I was super impressed with the attention to details that I had said and that she followed. Definitely will rebook her in the future.”
“Nadine has been great with my cat! She confirms quickly, always checks in a day before, let’s me know when she’s going to stop by for her visit and is so good about sending pictures every day. Awesome!”
“Jessica and Luis are ah-mazing!! I reached it to them on short notice and they were still willing to meet with me and car for my 2 cats while I visited some friends for the weekend. It was my first time using a pet sitter so I was a little nervous but they made me feel at ease leaving Smokey and Pippa for a few days. They sent pictures and texted updates after each visit. Highly recommend them and will not hesitate to book with them again!”
About: Growing up we always had dogs. When I got older I've owned dogs, cats, and fish. I've fostered dogs and cats for about 12 years until I become a foster failure to my Maryanne. She is a hound mix. In my fostering I have taken care of puppies, senior dogs and dogs with special needs. I will work with your dog and use the commands/ techniques that you use to instill consistency. I currently have plenty of time to play with your fur babies! I have a dog as well so I would be in and out during the day. So I can take care of my Maryanne. I am able to stay at your house from evening to morning to care for your babies. I will treat your home and four legged members of your family with respect! Shower then with lots of play and cuddles. Also plenty of walks!
“Jenny provided in-home, overnight care for my EXTREMELY spoiled cat, Ollie, while I was away on business last week. I always worry / get stressed out when I have to travel; he has been used to me being home 24/7 since I rescued him and he gets depressed when I'm gone- Even for just a few hours. I reached out to Jenny because of her experience with cats and her flexibility to work from home. From the moment she walked in at the meet-and-greet, I knew they were a good match- Ollie took to her immediately! During her stay, she sent me several updates on how he was doing, their play / activities, how well he was eating, their snuggle time... She sent lots of pictures, videos; it really took all of the stress away from me being gone. Jenny only left the house for a couple of hours one day- Other than that, she was with him the ENTIRE time and I came home to a clean home; she even washed the dishes and towels she used and left me a sweet 'welcome home' letter. All of that is above and beyond what I expected. And Ollie was content, which was the most important. I highly recommend Jenny for your pet sitting needs- Especially if you've got pets that suffer from separation anxiety like I do ;) I definitely will be booking her services the next time I travel. Thank you again, Jenny!!!”
“It is a pleasure to have Brianna as our pet sitter. She takes the time to acknowledge your pet's needs while keeping them busy and entertained while they are under her care. Having Bri watching your pet while you are away from home is a peace of mind.”
About: I have had dogs growing up and never not had a dog growing up! I have a toddler, I am home all the time. My availability is wide open. I’m available weekdays and on weekends at anytime. I am a stay at home mom, I have lots of time to play with your pets and let them out daily! Exercise is so important and playing outside, I have a fenced in yard with large gates. They will get to play and roam and we will play with toys! When we go inside we can play,relax, and cuddle Please note that I do try to keep pick ups and drop offs between 7am-7pm ideally. I’ve had bookings drop off at 4 am and pickup at 12am unannounced and would prefer to keep bookings in that timeframe but can be flexible if i know beforehand
“Karen checked in on & fed my 2 cats beguile we were away for a weekend vacation. In addition to keeping an eye on my cats, I felt safer knowing she was checking in on my house daily while we were gone. I wouldn’t hesitate having her watch over things again. It’s nice to find someone reliable & trustworthy to help out when your away.”
About: Have owned mostly rescues. As a full time nurse I do not take the responsibility of taking care of your loved one lightly. Have taken care of cats and dogs of all breeds and sizes for different friends before through out the years I work full time, but am available on weekends and Mondays for your weekend getaways! Afternoon walks are also possible most weekdays. After five pm is probable I like to follow all directions and rules a pet owner may have. Medical histories and a summary of the pets personality are a must. I like to follow the pets routine as much as possible.
About: I love animals. I used to have three Shar Peis, which can be fairly temperamental, but I think I was their favorite walker. I've walked dogs with Wag for years and have cared for dogs ranging from tiny pups to large Anatolian Shepherds. I work from home most days, so having a dog or two in the house is not an issue. And, i don't mind sitting at other folks' homes, if the dogs are more comfortable in their own environment. I've recently fenced our backyard with a 6 foot privacy fence, so that visiting dogs will be secure during off-leash play. I live in a quiet neighborhood and there is a large park down the street, so walks can be quite lengthy, if the dog is up for it.
“This was our first time using a pet sitter, and Valerie was amazing! She dropped in on our elderly cat while we were on vacation, fed her and administered medication, and sent us pictures every day. We were so grateful to know our pet was in good hands!”
About: I have many years experience with Pets, especially dogs, but cats as well and I have always been able to help them understand how to cooperate. I use positive reinforcement and very clear communication and have been able to help them respond very quickly and understanding what is needed of them. And for me, I respect the unconditional love that they give by returning that, which creates a strong bond. I can express to them and communicate easily using cooperation rather than force. Love is foremost. I am a retired, ultrasound, technician, and I am free almost all days. I have no major commitments to children, grandchildren, etc. to interfere with my pet care routine. I am in good health able to walk even larger dogs with the understanding that they are leash trained. If they are not, I may have to spend some time training them if that is the wish of the owner, and I am well experienced in this training.. I am willing to walk your dog, let him or her out if that is their routine, feed provide water, make sure all their physical mental and emotional needs are met at the time of my visits. I will try to know and understand what they are used to and provide as much of that as possible to relieve the stress of their family being gone.
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Cynthia L.Star Sitter
“Cynthia was absolutely fantastic! I have three senior cats, one on medication who is a very finicky eater. She was so thoughtful and followed all instructions perfectly. My cats are very social and she made sure to spend time playing with them so they didn’t price my absence too much. But it wasn’t just that. She also made sure my home was kept in order with keeping the litter boxes extra clean, washing the cat dishes after feedings and sweeping up the litter dust from my floors. She also left detailed notes on each visit. Traveling is stressful, coming home to well cared for pets and everything as you left it was a Godsend! I cannot recommend Cynthia enough and will definitely be booking her again!”
Madeline K.Star Sitter
“I have booked with Madeline many times now for her drop in visits and I am always so thankful to have a reliable and kind person that I can trust caring for my fur baby! I highly recommend her services!!”
Abileah H.Star Sitter
“Abi is a life saver. I had a previous sitter for Mellie that wasn’t up to par. So I had to scramble to find someone to let my puppy out and play with her. Abi did just that! I do have cameras and she was fine with that. So I was able to watch all the playing and running around. And then afterwards Mellie slept soundly in her cage. She took care of her like Mellie was her own puppy. And I was super impressed with the attention to details that I had said and that she followed. Definitely will rebook her in the future.”
Gabrielle M.
“Gabrielle is wonderful! She is thoughtful and caring. I would absolutely recommend her. I’m so grateful to Gabrielle for taking such good care of our dog.”
Jamie S.Star Sitter
“Jamie is wonderful! I highly recommend her. She took such great care of my cat Simon. She is genuinely caring and kind and I will definitely book her next time!”
Nadine N.
“Nadine has been great with my cat! She confirms quickly, always checks in a day before, let’s me know when she’s going to stop by for her visit and is so good about sending pictures every day. Awesome!”
Vicki G.Star Sitter
“Vicki has been consistently fantastic in looking after our cat and house. We’ll continue to hire her every time we’re away”
Carson C.
“Carson is awesome with our big dogs! They really put in the time to get to know the dogs. It has been a real bonus for us to have them come while I'm laid up with a broken ankle.”
Jessica & Luis A.Star Sitter
“Jessica and Luis are ah-mazing!! I reached it to them on short notice and they were still willing to meet with me and car for my 2 cats while I visited some friends for the weekend. It was my first time using a pet sitter so I was a little nervous but they made me feel at ease leaving Smokey and Pippa for a few days. They sent pictures and texted updates after each visit. Highly recommend them and will not hesitate to book with them again!”
Katelynn R.
“Katelynn is awesome! She was at my house on time, sent soooo many pictures, and my dog loves her! Will keep booking her for more stuff ☺️”
Kristina E.
“My husband and I, on multiple occasions, have trusted Kristina with the care of our two beagle boys while we have been away on trips. She has been kind, caring, and a diligent caretaker and we will use her in the future as well. The love she has for animals goes above and beyond as I know she fostered animals for years (even a few that only had a short time to live OR were bringing life into this word) Highly recommend!”
Jenny M.
“Jenny provided in-home, overnight care for my EXTREMELY spoiled cat, Ollie, while I was away on business last week. I always worry / get stressed out when I have to travel; he has been used to me being home 24/7 since I rescued him and he gets depressed when I'm gone- Even for just a few hours. I reached out to Jenny because of her experience with cats and her flexibility to work from home. From the moment she walked in at the meet-and-greet, I knew they were a good match- Ollie took to her immediately! During her stay, she sent me several updates on how he was doing, their play / activities, how well he was eating, their snuggle time... She sent lots of pictures, videos; it really took all of the stress away from me being gone. Jenny only left the house for a couple of hours one day- Other than that, she was with him the ENTIRE time and I came home to a clean home; she even washed the dishes and towels she used and left me a sweet 'welcome home' letter. All of that is above and beyond what I expected. And Ollie was content, which was the most important. I highly recommend Jenny for your pet sitting needs- Especially if you've got pets that suffer from separation anxiety like I do ;) I definitely will be booking her services the next time I travel. Thank you again, Jenny!!!”
Brianna S.Star Sitter
“It is a pleasure to have Brianna as our pet sitter. She takes the time to acknowledge your pet's needs while keeping them busy and entertained while they are under her care. Having Bri watching your pet while you are away from home is a peace of mind.”
Gabriella P.
“I’ve been using Gabriella to board my dog, Lily, when I’m on vacation. Lily is a covid dog and gets really anxious when she’s alone. Gabriella was very attentive to her needs. I’ll be using her again for our next trip!!!”
Marilyn M.
“We have used Marilyn 2 times! We don’t worry about our fur babies. She is great with both our big dogs!”
Karen H.
“Karen checked in on & fed my 2 cats beguile we were away for a weekend vacation. In addition to keeping an eye on my cats, I felt safer knowing she was checking in on my house daily while we were gone. I wouldn’t hesitate having her watch over things again. It’s nice to find someone reliable & trustworthy to help out when your away.”
Nayeli A.
“Nayeli is an amazing pet sitter, she has taken care of my cats multiple times when I have gone on vacation. I can trust her with my fur babies anytime. She follows instructions perfectly and makes sure they have everything they need. Nayeli would clean the hairballs or throw up of my cats, even when I didn’t request it. You can trust that she will take care of your pets and as a plus, She loves animals!”
Marilyn P.Star Sitter
“Marilyn has dog sat for our large pitbull several times. She is a responsible sitter who gives our dog a ton of attention and outdoor time. I appreciate the updates that she sends while we are away, and she always leaves our home cleaner than she found it. Our dog can be stubborn, but she has a ton of patience with him. She has also administered his medicine when needed. Five stars.”
Valerie P.Star Sitter
“This was our first time using a pet sitter, and Valerie was amazing! She dropped in on our elderly cat while we were on vacation, fed her and administered medication, and sent us pictures every day. We were so grateful to know our pet was in good hands!”
Lucille M.
“Lucille is AMAZING with people AND pets. She helped out my family (kids and pets) as a house manager for many years. She is smart, caring, trusting and an all around great human. My kids always joke that our dog Leo likes Lucille better than all of us:)”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Elgin on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $24 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 766 cat sitters in Elgin. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of Elgin cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Elgin have an average of 17 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in Elgin.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Elgin cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.
There are 766 cat sitters in Elgin on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Elgin, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 91% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
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