House Sitting in Jacksonville

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Sitter Profile Image: Shelby H.
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Shelby H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
16 years of experience
Jacksonville, IL, 62650

Shelby was very accommodating to my babies with all the instructions I provided. Would recommend her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica P.
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Jessica P.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
10 years of experience
Jacksonville, IL, 62650

About: I love all animals! I have taken care of them my whole life. I am a mama looking for a little bit of extra income. I look forward to caring for your babies! I am a busy mama who is up for the challenge of accommodating some pet care clients! I can adjust my routine weekly, depending on your pet’s needs. I have great attention to detail and am great at following instructions and or a list. I can be gentle or firm, whichever your pet needs :).

Sitter Profile Image: Kassidy G.
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Kassidy G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Jacksonville, IL, 62650

Kassidy took excellent care of our two dogs. She was willing to meet the dogs before we went away so that they would be comfortable with her. They immediately liked her, which made our going away for several days a lot easier. I would definitely recommend Kassidy.

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Sitter Profile Image: Laura & David G.
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Laura & David G.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
244 reviews
66 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62711

I could not have been happier about Laura cared for Roscoe (my dog). She shared with me on a daily basis what they were doing and how he was doing. I am certain there was a definite bond made between them. She was absolutely great. Thank you. Cindy

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Sitter Profile Image: Neva C.
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Neva C.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
3 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62703

About: I have been taking care of animals since I was 12! I am active so I can play with your pup! I am comfortable giving medicine if needed! I’m currently a nursing student who wants to spend my extra time with animals! I am available throughout the week and weekends! My availability differs by week but my calendar is always up to date! I will take your fur-baby on plenty of walks and give them lots of love. I will take them to the bathroom accordingly and follow any instructions given!

Sitter Profile Image: Laura H.
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Laura H.
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$150
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

About: My name is Laura. I have been a dog owner my whole life. I have been a Rover sitter on and off for about 5 years and would love to take care of your fur babies while you are out of town. I have owned several special needs animals and am good at working with animals of all temperments. I have experience dealing with dogs of all ages and sizes. I especially love caring for older dogs who may need a little extra care and attention. I have worked with large groups of dogs and am willing to take care of several at a time if you have a large pet family. I have open availability and would love to play with your dog and make sure they are well taken care of. I have a full time job with flexibility. As long as I have about a weeks notice it should not be a problem to accommodate weekday visits to pets. Weekends are no problem. I like to do an initial house visit with the owner to get an idea of what the house looks like and where the pet is comfortable. If we cannot get a face to face meeting first please message me with detailed care instructions to ensure proper care for your pet.

Sitter Profile Image: Mary Ann P.
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Mary Ann P.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
5 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62703

Mary Ann was wonderful! She sent us updates and photos multiple times a time. We are very grateful she was so great with our babies.

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Sitter Profile Image: Amanda T.
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Amanda T.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Chatham, IL, 62629

Amanda came to stay with our puppy and he absolutely adores her! She is friendly and reliable and I would recommend her anytime you need someone to care for your pets while you’re away!

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Sitter Profile Image: Erica W.
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Erica W.
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$25
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19 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62711

About: I have experience fostering dogs with the animal shelter APL and have a small toy poodle of my own. He is very friendly with other dogs and loves to play. I love dogs and would love to have the opportunity to watch dogs and take care of others! I am open to watching dogs for a couple hours, a day, or even a couple of days if that is what is needed. My house has a small backyard and I am also available to do drop ins at the dogs own home. The area is very quiet and would be comfortable for another dog to be in. If I am caring for someone else's dog I plan on being home for the time I'm watching the dog so that it will be well taken care of. I’m currently only working part time so I have plenty of time to spend with your animals. I am available early mornings or early afternoons to give your animal a break during the workday! I am also available any time on the weekends. I have a fenced in yard and 2 friendly dogs to keep your dog company. I have a toy poodle and a golden retriever. I can also do drops in to walk or play with your dog as well!

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Laura did amazing! We got lots of updates and photos! The dogs looked happy and content being able to stay home where theyre more comfortable while we were gone! Would recommend her 1000%!

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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Jacksonville on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $35 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.

If you’re searching for a Jacksonville house sitter for the first time, visit the house sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a house sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Jun 2026, there are 6 house sitters in Jacksonville. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.

Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Jacksonville.

Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Jacksonville house sitters are great for:

  • Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
  • Cats and caged pets
  • Pet parents on a tight schedule
  • Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away

Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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 house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.

We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.