Pet Sitting in Elmhurst
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Top rated Elmhurst pet sitters
“Meghan has taken such wonderful care of our kitties!! We have booked her many times. She sends so many wonderful pictures, gives a great write up, and makes sure to spend time playing with them while we’re away. We love knowing our kitties are so well loved when she visits. 💗”
“Crystal was great! She was so good with our dogs - got right down on the floor when she met them and they loved her. She had great communication and we will definitely use her again!”
“Jennifer is an incredible sitter! We have had her watch our cat Charlie a few times and she goes above and beyond for him while we are away! She brings extra toys and sends the best photos of him and treats him like a pet or her own. We would recommend Jennifer over and over again”
“Beckie has done a great job for Reiver on all of her visits with him. Feeds him when needed, Turns on the air, with my permission, when teh house is warm, plays with him. He greets her like a long lost friend so I know he's happy to see her.”
“Collette took care of our Val when we were gone for two weeks and a a half! She made sure that Val gets all the love that she needs. She is very responsive to either texts or the rover app. We will definitely use her again. She is Val’s top pick! Thank you so much! You’ll always be our special request.”
“Adriana was amazing and made us feel so comfortable while we were away. This was our first time having someone watch Caius and she kept us notified and sent photos the entire time. He is definitely more of a reactive dog and gets pretty territorial of our home, but he felt so comfortable with Adriana. She also watched him over the holidays which was much appreciated. We will absolutely be having her watch him again in the future. Thank you so much! ❤️”
About: I am a very active person. I love any excuse to run or walk outside, having an animal with me is a huge bonus. My roommate is allergic to dogs, so for now this will be the way to fill the void of not having a pet of my own. Therefore, I promise I will love your pet as if they were mine. Among some turtles and a frog or two, I grew up with three golden retrievers, and I was always the go-to person to watch any of my friend's/coworker's dogs and cats if they were away, ranging from just a couple days to two to three weeks at a time. I am very hardworking, trustworthy, kind, and I absolutely love any and all animals. I went from working in an office to now being remote, so I feel like I have ample time everyday and am always looking for a reason to get outside. My apartment building has a space outside for dogs to mingle and play. Otherwise, there is a park close by me that we can walk to.
“Brian was fantastic! He stopped by each day to feed and play with our cat Piper and kept us updated with pictures and comments on how she was doing. It’s clear he genuinely loves and cares about pets and is highly recommended for any pet-sitting needs!”
About: I am very patient with animals getting to know me and understand that not all cats will come out. I have practice with older cats and kittens. I used to have a dog of my own, and play with all of my friends dogs! I am usually availble early weekday mornings before work, and weekday nights after work. I am also available most weekends as long as I know in advance. I want to make sure the pets are comfortable and cared for when their humans aren't around. Fill food and water, scooping litter, playing (if they care for that), sitting around and patiently wait for them to approach me, basically make sure that the pets get what they need!
About: My family and I had a dog named Honey who we loved dearly, but sadly lost in a house fire around two years ago. I love dogs, and I really miss having one around. I thought Rover would be a great way to care for dogs and make some money on the side! I have experience as an emotional support assistant for students with mental disabilities, a role that demands great patience and understanding. I study Mechanical Engineering Asynchronously, and I work as a barista part-time. When I’m not working I’m usually studying, so I thought why not pack up my work and petsit while I study! My academic and professional lives require great attention to detail, so any sets of specific rules/schedules for any pet(s) under my care will be followed diligently!
“Cristina was absolutely wonderful with my dog during her visits! She truly went out of her way to take care of him, making sure he felt comfortable, loved, and entertained the entire time. She played with him, gave him lots of attention, and treated him like her own. I could tell he had an amazing time. It honestly felt like he was on vacation while I was away! I’ll definitely be reaching out to Cristina again for future visits. Highly recommend!”
About: I’m a retired nurse who now wants to turn my nurturing skills to animals! I have had dogs and cats for many years (currently one dog) and have cared for others’ pets as well. I have experience administering medication to both cats and dogs. My dog Rocky and I are excited at the thought of having your pet in our home! We promise to taking loving care of your fur baby. I am usually home other than watching my grandchildren several hours a week. This is a flexible arrangement which allows me to frequently check in at home. I have a fenced in yard and a friendly dog to keep our guests company. I can accommodate pad trained dogs as well as outdoor trained.
About: I’ve been a dog owner and lover since childhood. I grew up taking care of dogs and rescued my own as soon as I moved out on my own. Currently, I have a 7 year old Australian Shepherd who is the light of my life! I am available 4PM or after on weekdays for check-ins or walks! I have more flexibility on the weekends for check ins, walks, or even dog sitting while you’re away. I am happy to care for your dog in the familiar environment of their home! Whether, that’s stopping by through the day, or staying at the house with them, I will ensure your dog is safe and happy!
About: I’ve had dogs my whole life and I’m one of those people that dogs like right away- even unfriendly dogs! I work from home a lot and make my own schedule for work, so I can easily keep your pupp entertained. I live alone and my dog is currently with my ex out of state, but I’m considering bringing him here. I have a truck and can take your dog on hikes and to dog parks if you’d like. I’m at home at least half the time and when I leave for work, it’s only for a few hours at the most. Having a dog around will keep me active and won’t hinder my work at all. My apartment has a dog park and I love going on long walks already around Elmhurst. I’d also love to drive the dog to dog parks or hiking trails. I have an 8 year old hound dog. He’s very friendly, well trained, 8 years old, and loves playing with dogs.
About: Me and my daughter provide professional care of your dog in my home, offering a lot of dog walking, fun playing and love, we are taking pets from one household at time and have only one small dog Teddy who is very friendly. My daughter is home full time, she is 18, and she will be attending to all of your doggies needs. We have a lot of space for the dog to run around in. We would love to take care of your doggies! If you have any special needs for your dogs we are willing to attend to them, just let us know!(: Please reach out with any questions, or concerns. With us your dog will get all the quality care it needs plus more!
“Kristin was absolutely amazing with my three cats! From the moment we connected, she was communicative, kind, and clearly experienced with animals. Each visit was thoroughly documented with photos, updates, and thoughtful notes that really gave me peace of mind while I was away. My cats can be a bit particular, but Kristin handled their different personalities like a pro—giving each one the attention and care they needed. I came home to three happy, relaxed kitties and a spotless home. If you're looking for someone reliable, loving, and attentive to care for your pets, I can't recommend Kristin enough. She's truly a gem!”
About: I’ve grown up with cats, but I’ve taken care of multiple dogs of various sizes and ages for years. I’m good at wearing them out on long walks or just playing, and I don’t mind giving them bath if needed or any other medical or cleaning care. I currently work pretty consistently, but I typically start around 8:30am and I get out earlier in the day rather than evenings so I could watch your pet after 4pm or so. I also mainly have the end of Saturday and Sunday-Monday off as well so those are times where I’m completely free. I will constantly spend time with time with them, buy either playing with their toys, or taking them on nice long walks or runs. I’m alright with crating them if need be, and I don’t mind if you have a large dog. They’re just more fun to play with.
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Meghan S.Star Sitter
“Meghan has taken such wonderful care of our kitties!! We have booked her many times. She sends so many wonderful pictures, gives a great write up, and makes sure to spend time playing with them while we’re away. We love knowing our kitties are so well loved when she visits. 💗”
Crystal A.
Star Sitter
“Crystal was great! She was so good with our dogs - got right down on the floor when she met them and they loved her. She had great communication and we will definitely use her again!”
Alexa C.Star Sitter
“Alexa was great and responsive on short notice!”
Jennifer M.Star Sitter
“Jennifer is an incredible sitter! We have had her watch our cat Charlie a few times and she goes above and beyond for him while we are away! She brings extra toys and sends the best photos of him and treats him like a pet or her own. We would recommend Jennifer over and over again”
Dawn D.Star Sitter
“Dawn was absolutely wonderful to work with! It was very easy setting up the visits with her and she did an excellent job of watching out dog while we were away!”
Beckie M.
“Beckie has done a great job for Reiver on all of her visits with him. Feeds him when needed, Turns on the air, with my permission, when teh house is warm, plays with him. He greets her like a long lost friend so I know he's happy to see her.”
Collette W.
“Collette took care of our Val when we were gone for two weeks and a a half! She made sure that Val gets all the love that she needs. She is very responsive to either texts or the rover app. We will definitely use her again. She is Val’s top pick! Thank you so much! You’ll always be our special request.”
Adriana A.
“Adriana was amazing and made us feel so comfortable while we were away. This was our first time having someone watch Caius and she kept us notified and sent photos the entire time. He is definitely more of a reactive dog and gets pretty territorial of our home, but he felt so comfortable with Adriana. She also watched him over the holidays which was much appreciated. We will absolutely be having her watch him again in the future. Thank you so much! ❤️”
Kiersten R.Star Sitter
“Kiersten did an excellent job taking care of my two cats. She send update photos and responded to all my questions. Safe to say the cats were in good hands 🙌”
Audrey G.
“Audrey has house sat for my golden retriever many times. She is always on time and makes sure my dog gets a lot of love, attention, and plenty of exercise. She has a great positive personality that your dog will LOVE!! Audrey sends great updates and pictures of our dog. She is extremely trustworthy and we are lucky we found her for our dog luke!”
Brian W.Star Sitter
“Brian was fantastic! He stopped by each day to feed and play with our cat Piper and kept us updated with pictures and comments on how she was doing. It’s clear he genuinely loves and cares about pets and is highly recommended for any pet-sitting needs!”
Hallie G.
“Hallie would make a wonderful pet sitter. She has had pets and loved and helped animals her entire life demonstrated by volunteering at her local Humane Society. She is very responsible, reliable, a good communicator and would gladly follow direction for all animal care. She would take care of anyone’s pet as if it were her own!”
Vito M.
“Vito is an understanding, caring, and detail-oriented person. He would make a great pet sitter, especially since he already does it free of charge for friends and family.”
Cristina M.Star Sitter
“Cristina was absolutely wonderful with my dog during her visits! She truly went out of her way to take care of him, making sure he felt comfortable, loved, and entertained the entire time. She played with him, gave him lots of attention, and treated him like her own. I could tell he had an amazing time. It honestly felt like he was on vacation while I was away! I’ll definitely be reaching out to Cristina again for future visits. Highly recommend!”
Erica P.Star Sitter
“Erica is a very responsible and caring pet caregiver. She made my dog feel right at home. She is very friendly and communicates with me when I have any questions or just feel like checking in. I highly recommend reaching out to her for anyone seeking a pet sitter. Your pet will be in great hands!”
Melanie L.
“Melanie does a great job taking care of your dogs while you’re away and putting your mind at ease. Everything you wish a dog sitter would send you while you’re away she does and then some!”
Matthew C.
“Matthew has cared for my cat and my aunt’s dog recently while we were on vacation and he took excellent care of them both! The animals love him and trust him and I wouldn’t hesitate to ask him to do it again!”
Dorota D.
“Dorota is a very responsible person and always has been, she takes care of our dog Teddy very well always giving him a lot of love and attention. She is a very energetic, caring, and responsible person. Any dog that will be under her care is in very good hands. She gives them all the care they need plus more!”
Kristin Y.
“Kristin was absolutely amazing with my three cats! From the moment we connected, she was communicative, kind, and clearly experienced with animals. Each visit was thoroughly documented with photos, updates, and thoughtful notes that really gave me peace of mind while I was away. My cats can be a bit particular, but Kristin handled their different personalities like a pro—giving each one the attention and care they needed. I came home to three happy, relaxed kitties and a spotless home. If you're looking for someone reliable, loving, and attentive to care for your pets, I can't recommend Kristin enough. She's truly a gem!”
Rene K.
“Rene has been a friend to my two golden retrievers for the past year. She takes them on walks, plays ball with them and gives them treats. She even helps out when we need a dog sitter. She is loving and responsible with my dogs and I would confidently recommend her to help take care of your pets.”
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Elmhurst pet parents share their Rover experiences
Kristin went above and beyond taking care of my cats medications while I was traveling. My parents were there as well but cannot manage the medications. They enjoyed Kristin’s company very much and couldn’t say enough nice things about her. She even contacted my vet with questions, which I really appreciated. Kristin stopped over to meet and discuss details before the trip which gave me a lot of peace of mind. She has a great way about her. I highly recommend Kristin.
Cristina was absolutely wonderful with my dog during her visits! She truly went out of her way to take care of him, making sure he felt comfortable, loved, and entertained the entire time. She played with him, gave him lots of attention, and treated him like her own. I could tell he had an amazing time. It honestly felt like he was on vacation while I was away! I’ll definitely be reaching out to Cristina again for future visits. Highly recommend!
Kristin was absolutely amazing with my three cats! From the moment we connected, she was communicative, kind, and clearly experienced with animals. Each visit was thoroughly documented with photos, updates, and thoughtful notes that really gave me peace of mind while I was away. My cats can be a bit particular, but Kristin handled their different personalities like a pro—giving each one the attention and care they needed. I came home to three happy, relaxed kitties and a spotless home. If you're looking for someone reliable, loving, and attentive to care for your pets, I can't recommend Kristin enough. She's truly a gem!
Julia was amazing with Charlie at the drop-in visit. My dog is timid and suffers from anxiety, Julie was patient with Charlie, allowing him to come around to her in his time. Charlie also made a mess in his crate chewing his mattress to pieces and Julia was kind enough to help pick up the mess for me. Thank you!!
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Elmhurst on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 2,507 pet sitters in Elmhurst. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 87% of Elmhurst pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Elmhurst have an average of 14 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Elmhurst.
Rover makes it easy to find Elmhurst pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 2,507 pet sitters in Elmhurst on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Elmhurst, 95% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 91% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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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