Pet Sitting in Galesburg
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Top rated Galesburg pet sitters
“Jamie has done a wonderful job on her drop-in visits with our two dogs. She's on time and sends updates, and has even helped protect their little feet by putting on their winter booties for walks-no small feet! (Pun intended). We're so grateful to have Jamie looking after our dogs.”
“Once again, Grace was wonderful as she cared for my cat! She is sweet, communicative, and patient. Thank you for taking great care of my little cat!”
“Lillian has been our drop-in sitter for a week and a half now and I could not be happier. Her attentiveness, compassion and communication is top notch, to say the least. I'm so glad I found her on here.”
“Jess has checked in on my two cats a few times now! She is considerate and very good at communcating how the visits went. Would definitely recommend!”
“Camrynn made 2 visits to let Molly and Abby out while I was out of town for the day. She was on time and sent a photo of them snuggling on the sofa. The dogs loved her and were very relaxed when I returned. I would highly recommend Camrynn.”
“Sarah is the very best! She is caring, thorough, patient and professional. I am always confident she will handle every aspect of my puppy and kitty’s care with love and professionalism. I give her my highest recommendation.”
“Emily has been a reliable lifesaver for myself and Lucy. It is such a relief for me knowing Lucy is in good hands and gets outside for her short walk. Thanks so much!!”
“So thankful Kierra was able to help me out with a last minute drop in when I had an emergency and couldn't make it home at my usual time! Life saver!”
“Dean was incredible taking care of my cats while I was on vacation. He was diligent on making sure they were taken care of and having fun. Highly recommend!”
“Dominique was incredible! She was available on very short notice to take care if my Shiba for a week. She is a very enthusiastic pet sitter that I can tell loves working with animals. Very professional and caring and leaves really good updates after each drop in. Thank you so much, I will definitely hire again!”
“JoAnn does a great job with the dogs. She is always on time, and the dogs seem happy after she sees them. I would definitely recommend JoAnn.”
“Camryn responded immediately and came out to meet my doggies beforehand. The dogs like her! She came out with her little one, but the dogs weren't quite sure about the baby carrier with the fan on it :). They were really curious though. Camryn took good care of my fur-babies, fed them and made sure they went potty before she left. I will contact her again.”
About: I’m comfortable with high energy breeds! I have my own Australian Shepherd, who is way too smart for her own good! I also have a cat and will very happily spend time with yours! I am available on weekends and occasionally evenings. Reach out to me with your request and I can let you know if we’re a good fit. I will care for your pets in your home per your instructions. The more details the better, I want to care for your animals the way you do!
“Ashley has been fantastic as we’ve been prepping to leave for the holidays. Great communicator, really responsive, and our dog is a bit anxious normally so she’s been great being available to ease our dog into things!”
About: Hi, I’m a local elementary school teacher with over 30 years of experience caring for pets of all kinds! I’m reliable, trustworthy, and truly passionate about animals. Whether it’s dogs, cats, or anything in between, I treat every pet like they’re part of the family. You can count on me to provide safe, loving, and dependable care while you’re away. As a local elementary school teacher, my schedule is flexible—especially during afternoons, evenings, weekends, and school breaks. I’m available for drop-in visits and cat care throughout the day and have plenty of time to give your pet the attention they deserve. If you’re nearby, I’d love to help care for your cat while you’re away! As a long-time member of this community, I understand how important it is to have someone you can truly rely on. I’m dependable, respectful of your home, and committed to keeping your pets safe and happy. I can handle feeding routines, crating, litter box care, and letting pets outside—always with their safety in mind. You can count on me to follow instructions carefully and treat your pets like family.
“Emily always takes such care and time with our cat clan. They always seem no worse for wear when we return and it gives us great peace of mind.”
“Gabby is a fantastic sitter, my boy Deke is always shy when he meets new people but immediately took to Gabby which goes to show how amazing she is with animals. She has timely communication and gives my deke all the love and play during her visit! It’s such a weight off my shoulders knowing Gabby is stopping in to spend time with him!”
About: I’ve taken care of neighbors cats and dogs for the past ten years, while also loving and caring for my own pets. We currently have a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, a veiled chameleon, and a betta fish, so I have experience caring for a wide range of animals! I am currently working part-time so I have lots of time to spend playing with your dogs, cats, and other creatures! In my spare time I love to take my dog on walks. The safety and comfort of my own/clients pets is of utmost importance to me. I have a fenced yard at home that my puppy loves to play in!
About: I have taken care of dogs for neighbors and family members since middle school. Currently I walk and care for 2 dogs of a family friends. I grew up always having multiple pets and multiple dogs. We currently have 2 dogs, 2 cats, and 2 Guinea pigs. I completed schooling and worked as a dog trainer for a pet store for two years during college. I also took care of college classmates dogs and cats while they went on vacations. I’m currently a stay at home mom. Boarding your pets would be easy to arrange! At most I am gone for a kids play date or sporting event for 2 hours at a time during the week. On weekends we may have an event that I am away from home for 4 hours. Our dogs are out in the yard at least 4 times a day getting their zoomies out. I have a fenced in yard for your babe to play. Extra small and large dog crates to keep them in during the day or over night. Willing to bathe your dog for $20. We have 2 Pomeranians (1 male, 1 female) to play with your loved one. Please always let me know on your dogs play comfortability with other dogs. Very willing to send videos and work on treat training with your pup if wanted.
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Jamie S.Star Sitter
“Jamie has done a wonderful job on her drop-in visits with our two dogs. She's on time and sends updates, and has even helped protect their little feet by putting on their winter booties for walks-no small feet! (Pun intended). We're so grateful to have Jamie looking after our dogs.”
Grace C.
“Once again, Grace was wonderful as she cared for my cat! She is sweet, communicative, and patient. Thank you for taking great care of my little cat!”
Lillian S.Star Sitter
“Lillian has been our drop-in sitter for a week and a half now and I could not be happier. Her attentiveness, compassion and communication is top notch, to say the least. I'm so glad I found her on here.”
Jess P.Star Sitter
“Jess has checked in on my two cats a few times now! She is considerate and very good at communcating how the visits went. Would definitely recommend!”
Camrynn S.
“Camrynn made 2 visits to let Molly and Abby out while I was out of town for the day. She was on time and sent a photo of them snuggling on the sofa. The dogs loved her and were very relaxed when I returned. I would highly recommend Camrynn.”
Sarah G.
“Sarah is the very best! She is caring, thorough, patient and professional. I am always confident she will handle every aspect of my puppy and kitty’s care with love and professionalism. I give her my highest recommendation.”
Emily H.Star Sitter
“Emily has been a reliable lifesaver for myself and Lucy. It is such a relief for me knowing Lucy is in good hands and gets outside for her short walk. Thanks so much!!”
Kierra L.Star Sitter
“So thankful Kierra was able to help me out with a last minute drop in when I had an emergency and couldn't make it home at my usual time! Life saver!”
Dean R.Star Sitter
“Dean was incredible taking care of my cats while I was on vacation. He was diligent on making sure they were taken care of and having fun. Highly recommend!”
Dominique Y.
“Dominique was incredible! She was available on very short notice to take care if my Shiba for a week. She is a very enthusiastic pet sitter that I can tell loves working with animals. Very professional and caring and leaves really good updates after each drop in. Thank you so much, I will definitely hire again!”
JoAnn H.Star Sitter
“JoAnn does a great job with the dogs. She is always on time, and the dogs seem happy after she sees them. I would definitely recommend JoAnn.”
Camryn L.
“Camryn responded immediately and came out to meet my doggies beforehand. The dogs like her! She came out with her little one, but the dogs weren't quite sure about the baby carrier with the fan on it :). They were really curious though. Camryn took good care of my fur-babies, fed them and made sure they went potty before she left. I will contact her again.”
Maiya W.
“Maiya has the loveliest dog of her own, Junie, that she has raised since a puppy. Junie is very well loved and cared for! Junie is a high energy Australian Shepherd, so not the easiest dog, but Maiya does a great job with her and makes sure she gets everything she needs. My own dog, Sherman, is my baby and I would never leave him with anyone unless I trust them 100% to take good care of him. I would leave him with Maiya with no hesitation! Maiya has plenty of dog experience and most importantly she is a kind person. Your dog would be happy and healthy with her!”
Ashley M.
“Ashley has been fantastic as we’ve been prepping to leave for the holidays. Great communicator, really responsive, and our dog is a bit anxious normally so she’s been great being available to ease our dog into things!”
Tonya M.
“This young lady, he has had years of experience with animals of her own as well as taking care of other people's pets. She has worked at the grooming salon at the front end ,answering phones , greeting customers , bringing animals in and checking them out. We still recommend her ,even though she has graduated and moved on with her career. We have recommended her several times to our clients and she has been used by our staff. Responsible and reliable. So happy to see her taking it to the next level. You can employ her with confidence..”
Emily A.
“Emily always takes such care and time with our cat clan. They always seem no worse for wear when we return and it gives us great peace of mind.”
Gabrielle L.
“Gabby is a fantastic sitter, my boy Deke is always shy when he meets new people but immediately took to Gabby which goes to show how amazing she is with animals. She has timely communication and gives my deke all the love and play during her visit! It’s such a weight off my shoulders knowing Gabby is stopping in to spend time with him!”
Claire F.
“Claire is a responsible, compassionate pet sitter. She has cared for our dogs, cat, chameleon & betta fish. Claire takes time to play with pets & gives them her attention. The pets absolutely love her!”
Brook G.
“Brook shows a great love for pets, especially dogs. She is always kind and patient. She gives each of our dogs individual attention. She is reliable and responsible, especially when it comes to have to give a medication as part of the care. I would definitely recommend Brook.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Galesburg on Rover as of Jun 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 Jun 2025, there are 108 pet sitters in Galesburg. 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, 84% of Galesburg pet sitters respond in under an hour.
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 Galesburg.
Rover makes it easy to find Galesburg 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 108 pet sitters in Galesburg on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened 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.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
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