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Sitter Profile Image: Jill F.
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Jill F.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
322 reviews
95 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Granite City, IL, 62040

Jill is such a great dog care giver. She makes sure that all my dogs are taken care of given enough attention. She is easy to work with and very accommodating as well. Will always use her!!!

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Kelly G.
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$21
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4.9 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
23 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Glen Carbon, IL, 62034

Kelly is the absolute best! We’ve used her multiple times for both drop in visits and house sitting. She has always taken great care of all our animals and able to give meds no problems. She has gone above & beyond and we will absolutely use Kelly again-highly recommend!

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Olivia J.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Alton, IL, 62002

Olivia was so good with our dogs and cats almost immediately after meeting them. She clearly has a way with animals and was so kind and sweet to them! Very communicative and responsive. Would highly recommend having her sit for your furry friends!

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Ashley S.
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Ava V.
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$18
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5 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

About: I’ve been dog sitting since I was around 12 and always loved to meet new dogs. I would pet sit at my home and also take care of dogs in their homes. I love to take care of animals and make sure they are enjoying every moment. Pet care has always been something that I’ve put time into my daily life. I take care of my own pets everyday and always have down time with them. I currently have one cat with me and it’s important to me to keep all her things clean as much as possible and refill water and food regularly.

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Jenee J.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

This was Jenee’s first time sitting for us and everything went great! She gave us super daily updates on each of our kitty boys and even cleaned up a plant they knocked over. We really appreciated her help and professionalism with our little guys and will be happy to ask her to cat-sit again.

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Landon V.
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$20
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5 years of experience
Wood River, IL, 62095

About: Hi! I love animals and have been around them and dealing with them since I was 5 years old. As a kid we always had an animal in the house weather it being a fur baby or a fish. I love being around animals and they have always loved being around me. I can't wait to take care of your baby! I currently have a full time schedule available m-s 12am-12pm. I am also available part tine and just for quick check ins! Whatever you need at whatever time I can do it! I always make sure pets that I watch am my own are always loved and that they feel it! I make sure that they always have food and water no matter what. Get plenty of playtime to ware them out so they get the best sleep ever and I make sure to get them all of the loves they deserve

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Mary K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
12 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Granite City, IL, 62040

Mae was extremely communicative and definitely went above and beyond when caring for my three kitties! They fed, played with, and made sure boxes were clean for my babies. My cats looked very happy in the photos they sent, which was much appreciated. I would definitely book again!

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Brandi B.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

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!

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley E.
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Ashley E.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Moro, IL, 62067

Ashley was amazing. She was prompt and very loving to our sweet girl. We had short notice but she made it work. We appreciate her and will use her in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Joy M.
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Joy M.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
30 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

Joy was very easy to work with, took great care of our cats and even our house too. She fed, watered, played with, loved on, and cleaned up after 5 cats for a week straight with just a few days of notice. She dropped our keys off the day we returned home and provided lots of updates on our pets. Really good experience and would ask her to watch them all again.

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Jenny H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
14 repeat clients
20 years of experience
East Alton, IL, 62024

My cat Daisy and I had another fantastic experience with Jenny! She worked her magic on her drop in visits to care for Daisy while I was away and my typically stranger shy kitty was happy to come out to visit with her. Jenny shared many photos so I could see my girl was doing well and I returned home to a very well cared for and happy cat.

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Xander K.
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$15
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8 years of experience
Alton, IL, 62002

About: I worked at a doggy daycare/dog boarding facility, giving me more experience with elder, disable, reactive, and dog aggressive dogs. I understand dog and cat body language. I'm great with both anxious and hyper pets. I have been pet sitting since I was 11, many of these dogs were large and reactive. I can handle any critter you have! years of experience: dog- 8 years cats & birds- 6 years turtles- 3 years pigs, goats, hamsters, rats, rabbits- 1+ year(s) I just moved to alton, I plan to do this full-time. I have open availability. I prefer being able to leave pets for 1-2 hours to visit my own pets BUT, IT IS NOT A NEED! My main concern is your pet's happiness and safety. I want to follow your pet's daily routine as closely as possible while you're away. I always make sure to have many emergency contacts, vet numbers, and action plans if something does go wrong. I send many updates, pictures, and videos throughout the service so you can be at peace.

Sitter Profile Image: Courtney B.
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Courtney B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
68 reviews
14 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Alton, IL, 62002

Courtney was very responsive and kept us updated as we were away from our pup. Lots of photos to make us smile. She went above and beyond and brought our packages in also.

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Olivia d.
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$17
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10 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

About: I grew up on a farm with many various animals, tending to their needs all year round. We also raised Great Pyreneese, and I trained my dog in 4-H! I'm currently in nursing school, so I have time around classes during the week. Monday and Wednesday, I am available until 12 and after 2:45. Tuesday and Thursday, I am free before 11 and after 12:15! My schedule does differ so feel free to reach out! In your home, I follow your routines, secure doors and gates, double-check leashes, monitor constantly, and keep your pup calm, safe, and comfortable while you’re away.

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: Griffin M.
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Griffin M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Glen Carbon, IL, 62034

Griffin was great! He helped Momo when we needed a sitter last minute. He asked thoughtful questions and really hit it off with Momo during their meet and greet. 10/10 would recommend as a sitter and we’re looking forward to scheduling more visits!

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Sitter Profile Image: Zachary G.
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Zachary G.
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$15
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3 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

About: I’ve taken care of both cats and dogs for my entire life. I was expected to walk, feed, bathe, and take care of my pets at home since I was 10. I’ve been pet sitting for family, friends, and neighbors for about 3 years now. I am a full-time college student so I plan to work part-time so that I can focus on my studies. Although I am open to full-time if needed. I am available to take your pet out for walks and feed them as many times you need. I typically walk my dog Ellie around 3-4 times a day and feed her in the morning and evenings.

Sitter Profile Image: Haley M.
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Haley M.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Wood River, IL, 62095

About: I’ve taken care of dogs every kind for as long as I can remember weather it was for my parents, friends and neighbors. They have trusted in me to make sure they being taken care of I’m currently a stay at home mom and have plenty of time on my hands to care for your fur babies and I’ve also grown up my whole life with animals in my house I have a fenced in yard and and a 6 month old puppy that will keep your fur baby company. I love to play with fur babies

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 a great cat sitter and took excellent care of our two kit kats! She followed our instructions, gave our cats lots of attention, and was thorough with pictures and keeping us in the loop. We are very happy with Jamie's care and would highly recommend!

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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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The median cost per visit for cat sitting in Hartford is $20

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As of September 2026, there are 1,232 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across Hartford. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.

House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.

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.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your cat, 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.

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

  • 96% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 97% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% 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.

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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