Pet Sitting in Machesney Park

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Sitter Profile Image: brandi r.
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brandi r.
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$16
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4.9 out of 5 stars
181 reviews
65 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Machesney park, IL, 61115

It was nice to be away and feel my pets were well cared for. Brandi was timely and sent cute pictures. Everyone was happy when I returned home.

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Lori L.
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Emily G.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
3 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Machesney Park, IL, 61115

Emily is great. I can tell she really cares for animals and my dog (and fish) would agree. She’s punctual and shared plenty of picture updates while we were away. I definitely recommend Emily for your pet sitting needs! 😃

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Petrea W.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
59 reviews
12 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Rockford, IL, 61114

Petrea was very efficient and Sweeeet. I’d never been away longer than a day with my kitty. This was a week and she was played with and fed well and got better every day with her fear. Pictures were sent to me every day. Came home to a healthy baby. Thank you Petrea. I’ll use her again for sure!

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Marianne C.
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Amanda V.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
70 reviews
13 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Machesney Park, IL, 61115

Amanda was excellent with my kitties again. Her attention to all the details of the house while she was present is amazing. She has continuously provided top notch service going above and beyond just taking care of the kitties, with keeping an eye on the house as a whole.

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Joyce S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
13 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Rockford, IL, 61114

This is our second time and we will for sure use her services in the future. We love getting detailed reports, pictures and videos and our cats are so happy/well adjusted when we get home. We have a diabetic cat and Joyce is able to handle her insulin levels and a shy cat who has come out of her shell and loves when Joyce visits! She always plays with them and reaches out with any questions or concerns. So dependable and trustworthy. We are so happy to have found someone to take such good care of our girls when we go out of town. Definitely recommend! 10/10

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Sitter Profile Image: Karen C.
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Karen C.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Loves Park, IL, 61111

Karen was wonderful with our cats and dog! Very communicative about how the pets were doing and very attentive to them. I look forward to booking with Karen again.

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Kyle H.
Sitter Profile Image: Kayla A.
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Kayla A.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
19 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Rockford, IL, 61114

Kayla is a reliable sitter who always takes excellent care of my cats. They enjoy seeing her and I am always happy to know my cats are in good hands!

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Morgan C.
Sitter Profile Image: Brittany & Branson S.
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Brittany & Branson S.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
197 reviews
77 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Loves Park, IL, 61111

They did a great job taking care of my cat, Erika, who was not very happy about us leaving for a few days. Brittany sent me a picture of Erika each day, even when she was being uncooperative and trying to hide. She was responsive to text messages and kept me updated. I definitely recommend Brittany and Branson!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jaymee D.
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Jaymee D.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
101 reviews
27 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Rockford, IL, 61103

Jaymee quick drop in to make sure our Stella was comfortable with her coming into the house without us there. We really appreciated this extra step she took to make sure Stella will be good when we have her come back to sit with Stella for a longer time.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaitlin U.
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Kaitlin U.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Loves park, IL, 61111

Kaitlin does a great job with my pets.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica M.
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Jessica M.
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$18
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6 years of experience
Loves Park, IL, 61111

About: I grew up with different types of pets. Friends and family have relied on me to love and care for their pets when they need it. My job is pretty flexible with my hours. I am home on the evenings. And all day on the weekends. I will gladly give your fur baby lots of love. My pets are really friendly and will most definitely keep your pet good company. There's a dog park down the street from my house and my pets love it. I will gladly bring your fur baby along to have a good time!

Sitter Profile Image: Isabel M.
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Isabel M.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Belvidere, IL, 61008

This was my first time using Rover for my dog, I was a little nervous about my dog not being cared for by family. But Isabel was so kind and friendly. She sent me messages and pictures of my Oliver when I was away. I was so impressed by this service. I know my dog is a handful but he seemed very happy the whole weekend. I will absolutely recommend Isabel!! I hope she is available to help next time I am out of town. Thank you so much Isabel!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Michelle E.
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Michelle E.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
14 repeat clients
42 years of experience
Rockford, IL, 61107

Took great care of our dogs! Very kind and attentive to them. Came over to meet them and get to know them prior to sitting for us.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ravin P.
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Ravin P.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
5 years of experience
Machesney Park, IL, 61115

About: With years of professional experience in pet training and managing animal playgroups, providing structured, safe, and elite care is second nature to me. I specialize in maintaining the reliable routines that pets need to feel secure and happy. Plus, pet photography is a huge passion of mine! You can always count on receiving fantastic, beautifully captured daily photo updates of your furry best friend living their best life while you're away I understand the importance of ensuring that your pet receives all the love and attention they need. With my open availability, I am here to provide daily walks, plenty of playtime, and even overnight stays if necessary! When taking care of pets in my home or at a client's home, I make sure to meet all of their basic needs. This involves feeding them according to their dietary requirements, providing fresh water, and taking them for walks or engaging in playtime for exercise. I also ensure to follow any specific care instructions provided by the pet owner, such as giving medication or following a grooming routine. Additionally, I maintain a safe and clean environment for the pets, and give them plenty of attention and affection to keep them happy and comfortable.

Sitter Profile Image: Celia M.
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Celia M.
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$17
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3 years of experience
Loves Park, IL, 61111

About: Always surrounded by dogs, after asking for owner permission, lovable and playful. Patience with puppies and careful with older dogs. All dogs regardless of size and age are loved I'm am complaining my apprenticeship, being on call every other day. Able to take cats of dogs and cats every other day. Can take care of pets after 5pm I live in an apartment, unfortunately unable to take care at my own place. My dog at my parents home has a big fence in yard, and cats have plenty of towers to climb on top of

Sitter Profile Image: Allison K.
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Allison K.
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$13
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7 years of experience
Rockford, IL, 61103

About: On top of about a decade’s worth of experience taking care of family and neighborhood pets, I’ve spent the last 1.5 years as a professional dog trainer! I have a passion for pets and making sure they’re happy and safe. I have taken care of and trained just about every age, sizes, and personality type. As long as you let me know what your babies need, I’m more than happy to help! I am a teacher currently on summer break! I have plenty of time to focus on your pets and give them the care and attention they deserve! I am open to doing whatever your normal routine is! I have experience with all kinds of care instructions including first aid and medications. Just let me know!

Sitter Profile Image: Stacy M.
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Stacy M.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
5 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Roscoe, IL, 61073

About: Growing up I lived in the country with cows, horses and chickens next door. We always had many cats and dogs because we had the space and they just knew we would take them in if they didn't have a home. I wish I had the space now to have more animals but since I dont, it would be an honor to take care of yours. My experience with animals would be having a cat that needed shots daily for diabetes, a blind dog, dog that had seizures, taking care of friends and family's pets. Some which needed daily medicine or had a lot of energy : ). I ppreciate the trust they have in me to take care of their fur family members. Each pet, like humans, have their own personality. I work with my client's schedule I work with my client's schedule I work with my client's schedule I work with my client's schedule I work with my client's schedule N/A not applicable not applicable not applicable not applicable not applicable not applicable not applicable not applicable not applicable not applicable not applicable not applicable

Sitter Profile Image: Joseph M.
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Joseph M.
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$17
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5 years of experience
Machesney Park, IL, 61115

About: I’m a registered nurse who is dedicated to providing excellent services to others who need a helping hand. I’ve personally lived with a pit and a cat for 14 years in the past. My schedule varies every week depending on my full time job. I’m usually free 3 days of the week and my schedule is made 6 weeks ahead of time so we can plan ahead! I follow stranger danger! I will not be answering the door unless asked for special requests. I like to keep a clean and organized space

Sitter Profile Image: Gabriella R.
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Gabriella R.
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$20
per visit
5 years of experience
Roscoe, IL, 61073

About: I graduated in May of 2025 from the Madison Area Technical College Veterinary Technician Program, then passed the VTNE to become a Certified Veterinary Technician. In school we worked with dogs, cats, horses, cows, and lambs. I have had dogs since I was a child, and I currently have 2 dogs and 1 cat. I worked on a farm taking care of horses for about two and a half years from 2020-2022. I've taken care of pets for friends/family for many years as well! I currently work at a vet hospital, though I am out on FMLA. Unfortunately, that means I can only take on pets less than 30 lbs at the moment. If you're looking for someone to take extra care of your pets, please reach out to see if we're a good fit! I'm currently working full time as a certified veterinary technician at a veterinary hospital. I work 40 hours a week with a varying schedule. Generally I work 8 am - 6 pm four days a week (my day off during the week changes each week). I work on Saturday about once per month. My rover clients will be scheduled around that availability. I currently live in an apartment with a cat and will not be able to watch clients' pets in my home. If I am watching pets in the client's home, I will take care of them the way I would take care of mine. I am respectful and conscientious of your personal space and privacy.

Sitter Profile Image: Miriam L.
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Miriam L.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
18 years of experience
Rockford, IL, 61101

Miriam was great with my dogs while I was out of town and the last minute booking wasn't an issue. One of my dogs takes medicine every few hours and Miriam was able to administer it with no problems.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Emily was great. She was punctual, had good communication, and provided lots of photos. She took great care of our senior dog. Would absolutely use her services again!

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David W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I highly recommend her! We used the drop-in visit service 3 times a day for 5 days while I was away. She was very friendly, reliable, and took great care of my dog. She made sure he got plenty of walks, stayed on top of his allergy medication, and always had fresh food, water, and treats. I was so happy knowing he was getting attention and care while I was gone. Unfortunately, my pup wasn’t the happiest camper because he’s my little Velcro dog and is used to going everywhere with me! That has nothing to do with the care he received—she did a wonderful job. If anything, this experience taught me that next time I’ll probably book an overnight or house-sitting service for him. Thank you for taking such great care of my boy. I would definitely book again! 🐾❤️

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Danielle R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Brittany was so easy and helpful to work with. She was super friendly and my reserved cat was happy to see her. I loved and pictures and communication while I was away. It really gave me a piece of mind that my kitty was safe and happy. This was my first time using Rover and I am very glad I chose to go with Brittany. I will use her again int he future!

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Jenna G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Brandi is an ABSOLUTE Godsend!!!! She took care of my big baby very well and kept me updated and informed at each visit. We love her and will always use her services! Thank you so much Brandi❤️❤️❤️

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Kim R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kayla is very dependable and so good with our cat. We know Eloise is on good hands with Kayla! She will always be our go to sitter

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Katie S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Karen was great with our old man cat. He's a bit shy but loves attention and so it was nice to see that he warmed up to her quickly. She was responsive, caring, and took care of all the cat's needs without ever missing a step. We'll definitely rebook if we're traveling out of town again in the future!

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Annelies S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jada took great care of my kitties! They clearly warmed up to her quickly because the pictures were of them lying by her for pets! She also did a great job cleaning up their bowls and carpet messes- truly appreciated!!

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Megan B.
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Machesney Park on Rover as of Jun 2026 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.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 93 pet sitters in Machesney Park. 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, 92% of Machesney Park 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 Machesney Park.

Rover makes it easy to find Machesney Park 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 93 pet sitters in Machesney Park 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.

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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.