Pet Sitting in Joplin
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Top rated Joplin pet sitters
“Aisha is a great sitter. My pets are my family and I was able to take a vacation without worrying about them while I was gone. The app is great too because she sent pictures of my fur babies every time she came to the house to take care of them. Excellent sitter!”
“I have an older cat with some specific needs. Ali took such careful care of her and it’s obvious that she has a lot of cat care experience. I came home to such a happy girl! Thank you, Ali!”
“This was my first river experience ever and I gotta say that I was very pleased!! She gave daily updates with notes and pictures. Definitely made the time away from my little girl less stressful! Highly recommend”
“Donavon was able to help out with visiting Monte last minute. He gave a great update, and even cleaned up a mess of his 🤦🏻♀️ oh puppies. We will definitely use him again in the future. Thank you, Donavon!”
“Fantastic friend to my two guinea pigs! Will definitely book again.”
“We loved Mackenzie! My pupper who is normally super shy bonded with her almost instantly. She took great care of her and always sent cute pics and updates during her drop ins. We definitely plan to use Mackenzie again in the future!”
“Teigan takes AMAZING care of our animals and gives us peace of mind while we are away that our babies are loved. She always sends pictures and updates and truly cares for our animals!”
“I was in a crunch because I had a few people cancel, not only were they available last minute, they also responded promptly anytime I sent a message. I got many pictures during each check-in. One of my kitties is skittish and they alerted they hadn’t seen much of her and asked. After finding her hiding spot they were able to coax her out with treats. My three boys loved them! They came out and greeted them and got lots of pets. Highly recommend!!!”
“Jensen took wonderful care of Honey and sent many pictures every day. I never had to doubt that Honey was in great hands! I will be using her and her mothers services again in the future for sure!”
“Such a welcomed relief having Maria stay with Eevee. We know we've us well taken care of and loved and she communicates really well and quickly. We appreciate her so much!”
About: I have had dogs as family for over 20+ years. From puppy to senior they have all been loved well. Your dogs will be well cared for with me. I am a stay at home mom, homeschooling my child. There will be plenty of time for walks, play, snuggles, and scratches. I would love to help my community this way by providing a safe caring place for your furry friends to stay while your away. I have a fenced in yard for them to run. I have two dogs of my own for them to play with, they are very friendly. We can crate and separate dogs if needed as well.
“Makayla is always very responsive and has been flexible with me when times have changed. She’s wonderful about sending Biden’s or photos to let me see Fiadh is being loved while I’m away. Thank you 🙏”
“Donna watched our boys last minute for us and took the absolute best care of them. She provided amazing pictures as well as updates. We will definitely be requesting her in the future. Highly recommend!!”
“Sarah was wonderful with our two dogs! She is very friendly and easy going. Ellie and Toby were taken great care of! We will definitely use her again!”
“Ryeleigh was great with my gsd. She sent pictures and left a detailed notes of the visit.”
About: I have had pets my whole life and love them. All fur babies are dear to my heart. I will take care of them just like they were my own. Let me help you take care of them Newly retired and located to Joplin MO. My schedule to open to fit your needs. I am very active so meeting your needs are not a problem for me. Looking forward in speaking with you. Thank you so much. Looking forward in assisting you with your fur babies in your home. Home is where they feel the most comfortable. Let me help you out.
“Lauren was amazing!! She braved a snowstorm to get to my house to take care of my doggies. Zoey and nova love her very much! I will continue to use her!!”
About: I've taken care of dogs since I was alittle girl. All of my family and friends have accurately relied on me to care for their pets! I'm currently working a full time job till 2 in the afternoon! So after that I'll have plenty of time to show your pups love! I don't do personal in home boarding! However I can do drop ins while your away. I can feed, water, walk, potty, and play with them!
About: Hi there! My name is Karlie and I am a full time dental student who has a big heart for dogs (having owned one my entire life). I would be absolutely thrilled to spend time with your pup!! I work pet care around my very busy 8-5 school schedule, offering playtime, walks, and check ins before and after classes with some lunch time (12-1) availability. I want to make sure your pup feels loved and cared for, even with my busy routine! In your home, I’ll stick to your pet’s routine to keep them comfortable and happy. This includes feeding, walks, playtime, and snuggles—whatever your pet needs! I’ll also keep your home tidy and secure while you’re away!
“Meagan was great! She took excellent care of all of our furbabies while we were away and sent us some of the cutest pictures of them! We highly recommend her, and will book her again when the need arrives.”
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Aisha H.Star Sitter
“Aisha is a great sitter. My pets are my family and I was able to take a vacation without worrying about them while I was gone. The app is great too because she sent pictures of my fur babies every time she came to the house to take care of them. Excellent sitter!”
Ali W.Star Sitter
“I have an older cat with some specific needs. Ali took such careful care of her and it’s obvious that she has a lot of cat care experience. I came home to such a happy girl! Thank you, Ali!”
Amanda A.Star Sitter
“This was my first river experience ever and I gotta say that I was very pleased!! She gave daily updates with notes and pictures. Definitely made the time away from my little girl less stressful! Highly recommend”
Donavon V.Star Sitter
“Donavon was able to help out with visiting Monte last minute. He gave a great update, and even cleaned up a mess of his 🤦🏻♀️ oh puppies. We will definitely use him again in the future. Thank you, Donavon!”
Kayla G.
“Fantastic friend to my two guinea pigs! Will definitely book again.”
Mackenzie T.Star Sitter
“We loved Mackenzie! My pupper who is normally super shy bonded with her almost instantly. She took great care of her and always sent cute pics and updates during her drop ins. We definitely plan to use Mackenzie again in the future!”
Teigan L.
Star Sitter
“Teigan takes AMAZING care of our animals and gives us peace of mind while we are away that our babies are loved. She always sends pictures and updates and truly cares for our animals!”
AJ V.
“I was in a crunch because I had a few people cancel, not only were they available last minute, they also responded promptly anytime I sent a message. I got many pictures during each check-in. One of my kitties is skittish and they alerted they hadn’t seen much of her and asked. After finding her hiding spot they were able to coax her out with treats. My three boys loved them! They came out and greeted them and got lots of pets. Highly recommend!!!”
Julie & Jensen S.Star Sitter
“Jensen took wonderful care of Honey and sent many pictures every day. I never had to doubt that Honey was in great hands! I will be using her and her mothers services again in the future for sure!”
Maria G.
“Such a welcomed relief having Maria stay with Eevee. We know we've us well taken care of and loved and she communicates really well and quickly. We appreciate her so much!”
DANIELLE D.
“Danielle is such a caring person. She has always treated my animals just as they were hers. I think sometimes they would rather stay with her than come home with me. LOL Highly recommend!”
Makayla R.
“Makayla is always very responsive and has been flexible with me when times have changed. She’s wonderful about sending Biden’s or photos to let me see Fiadh is being loved while I’m away. Thank you 🙏”
Donna E.
“Donna watched our boys last minute for us and took the absolute best care of them. She provided amazing pictures as well as updates. We will definitely be requesting her in the future. Highly recommend!!”
Sarah C.
“Sarah was wonderful with our two dogs! She is very friendly and easy going. Ellie and Toby were taken great care of! We will definitely use her again!”
Ryleigh K.
“Ryeleigh was great with my gsd. She sent pictures and left a detailed notes of the visit.”
Kim T.
“Kim was very professional, always on time and very reliable Trustworthy. Our pet was very well taken care of Definitely recommend her services and will be using her again”
Lauren P.
“Lauren was amazing!! She braved a snowstorm to get to my house to take care of my doggies. Zoey and nova love her very much! I will continue to use her!!”
Paige P.
“Paige is caring ,sweet and spoils any animal around her. She's professional and honest. I 100% suggest her. you wont be disappointed and your pets will have a loyal human friend.”
Karlie E.
“I’d always recommend Karlie! My dog recognizes her by face and gets so excited when he sees her. She is always kind and timely. 5/5 paw service 🐾✨”
Meagan H.
“Meagan was great! She took excellent care of all of our furbabies while we were away and sent us some of the cutest pictures of them! We highly recommend her, and will book her again when the need arrives.”
Over 199 pet parents in Joplin have booked pet sitting
Joplin pet parents share their Rover experiences
She is one of the best sitters I ever had. She is a good communicator, very attentive and loves taking care of pets. She is also very flexible, if you have change of plans she finds a way to make it work, and that is impressive.
Donavon was able to help out with visiting Monte last minute. He gave a great update, and even cleaned up a mess of his 🤦🏻♀️ oh puppies. We will definitely use him again in the future. Thank you, Donavon!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Joplin is $15
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Joplin on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $15 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 23 pet sitters in Joplin. 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, 91% of Joplin pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Joplin.
Rover makes it easy to find Joplin 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 23 pet sitters in Joplin 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.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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