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Sitter Profile Image: Lauren S.
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Lauren S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
11 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Manhattan, IL, 60442

Lauren did a great job dropping in on our boy. She really made him feel comfortable over the weekend with his parents gone. Thank you so much.

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Bridgitt B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
6 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Manhattan, IL, 60442

Bridgitt was the best, very easy to work with and accommodating to our needs! Myself and the cats felt comfortable with her right away, and she was great about keeping me updated on specific things I was concerned about (like their recently pickier eating habits). Very grateful for her relatively last-minute help and competency, which is something that you can’t take for granted these days! Also appreciated how seriously she took it, and especially that the cats did seem to like her! Will book again

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April T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
7 repeat clients
30 years of experience
New Lenox, IL, 60451

April was awesome! Kept us up to date the whole time. Dogs were very well loved

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Sitter Profile Image: Alejandra S.
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Alejandra S.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Manhattan, IL, 60442

About: Hi! I’ve had dogs my entire life and truly understand that every pup is different. I trained my own stubborn Yorkie with patience and consistency, and I currently care for my senior Golden Retriever who has hip issues so I’m experienced with both energetic young dogs and gentle, slower-paced seniors. Whether your dog needs structured walks, positive reinforcement, or a calm and patient pace, I’m here to make sure they feel safe, understood, and happy every step of the way. I treat every dog like my own and always prioritize safety, communication, and making sure you feel completely comfortable while your pup is in my care. I’d love to meet your best friend! 🐶💛 Pet care fits naturally into my routine because I have a very open and flexible schedule. I prioritize staying active and structured in my days — I regularly go to the gym and attend Bible study — which allows me to consistently plan walks and drop-ins throughout the day. I’m available for morning, afternoon, and evening walks, including weekends, and I’m happy to accommodate last-minute or same-day requests when possible. As a lifelong dog owner, I understand how important trust is, and I treat every dog with the same patience and care I give my own.

Sitter Profile Image: Mellena W.
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Mellena W.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
6 years of experience
Manhattan, IL, 60442

She did drop-in visits at agreed times and dogs were happy when we got home. Thanks, Mellena!

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Michelle R.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
92 reviews
29 repeat clients
25 years of experience
New Lenox, IL, 60451

Michelle did a great job caring for our family member Lily. She was great about communication and I could tell she was really trying to make sure Lily ate while we were gone and even gave her a little preventative medicine when she noticed Lily eating grass. Lily seem to do much better at home than in a kennel being boarded so I’m sure we will definitely use Michelle again for future trips. I would highly recommend from Michelle.

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Katharine G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
138 reviews
68 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Joliet, IL, 60436

Katherine is amazing! We have a very shy cat who typically hides from people and Katherine won him over right away! She took great care with our cats and was excellent at communicating with us. We never had to worry at all! We will definitely hire her again and can't recommend her services highly enough.

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Sitter Profile Image: Isabella C.
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Isabella C.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
15 years of experience
Channahon, IL, 60410

Our puppy loves Isabella! She goes above and beyond when visiting Rocky, playing with him, and taking him for a walk. We definitely recommend Isabella and will continue to use her service in the future.

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Charlotte V.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
3 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Lockport, IL, 60491

She was delightful and so good with liara!

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Roisin O.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
101 reviews
55 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Manhattan, IL, 60442

Roisin has watched my dog 3 or 4 times now. I can always count on Roisin to take great care of her. She's trustworthy and reliable. I would definitely recommend her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica & Michael W.
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Jessica & Michael W.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
30 years of experience
Joliet, IL, 60432

About: We have grown up around cats and dogs. We are the go to pet sitters for our families and friends. We have experience with cats, dogs, snakes, turtles, fish, and ferrets. We have house trained our dogs and know the patience required with the process. We both work from home so we are able to take dogs out as needed and nothing is better on a work break then cuddling some fuzzies. We have a large fenced in yard,so dogs can safely run and play. We always stay outside with them. Inside the house is pet proofed with couch protection covers and scratching posts for cats. All kitty litter is gated off from dog access. Water bowls are available upstairs and downstairs. If we are outside for more than 15 minutes we also bring a water bowl outside.

Sitter Profile Image: Asia F.
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Asia F.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Joliet, IL, 60433

About: Hi my name is Asia. I’m really excited to have extra income but I’m more in it for the loving animals. Animals are my life! I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals. My experience in Pet Care is from having my own pets to care for. I have two bearded dragons, two cats, one dog, and one fish. In the mornings I go to the gym and after I’m pretty much open throughout the day until school starts, which is in the beginning of January. Feeding and watering animals,Playing with them and keeping them company, Walking the dogs, Grooming and brushing the animals' coats, Changing the cat's litter box, Providing health care if necessary. Giving them affection, so they don't feel abandoned after their owner leaves.

Sitter Profile Image: Alexis H.
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Alexis H.
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$20
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8 years of experience
Joliet, IL, 60436

About: I’ve taken care of many pets! From dog to tarantula I’ve had them all. I’ve handled the stubborn breeds like bull terrier to the loving breed like Labradors. I’ve raised multiple kitten litters and helped them get adopted out and took in many strays. I treat every animal as my own. Im available every week day after 8am! If im needed earlier I can make it work as well. My schedule may be more open soon depending on jobs. Pet care come first for me so no need to worry about anything preventing me from that. I can easily crate your dog if needed and have a fenced in dog park. I do live in an apartment complex so room isn’t as spacious as a house.

Sitter Profile Image: Hayden A.
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Hayden A.
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$20
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3 years of experience
Crest Hill, IL, 60403

About: I've been dog sitting for about 3 years and currently work at Camp Bow Wow, where I care for dogs of all sizes, breeds, ages, and personalities. My job includes monitoring dog behavior, feeding, cleaning, and making sure every dog is safe, comfortable, and happy. I'm patient, dependable, and experienced with energetic puppies and senior dogs. I treat every pet like they're my own and always provide loving care. I currently work part-time, but I make pet care a priority. On the days I'm working, I'll be there before and after my shift to make sure your pet gets plenty of attention, exercise, potty breaks, and love. With advance notice, I can often request days off to provide care. I'll always communicate my schedule clearly so you know exactly what to expect. I have over three years of dog sitting experience and currently work at Camp Bow Wow, where I care for dogs of all sizes, ages, and personalities every day. I always follow each pet's routine, feeding schedule, medication instructions, and any special care they need. My goal is to provide a safe, clean, loving, and stress-free environment while keeping owners updated with messages and photos so they can feel confident their pet is in good hands.

Sitter Profile Image: Maddy B.
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Maddy B.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Manhattan, IL, 60442

About: I am experienced with caring for multiple different types of animals, mainly dogs and cats. I ran a small animal sitting business, caring for families and friends pets and I decided to take my services to Rover! I have had family dogs my entire lives and have experience training puppies as well as kittens. I work from home currently which leaves lots of open availability throughout the day and night to care for your pets! I can accommodate walks, frequent check-ins, overnight stays and more! First and foremost, all instructions for caring for the animal inside the home left by the owner will be respected and closely followed. I maintain cleanliness and leave the homes exactly as I found them!

Sitter Profile Image: Lauren W.
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Lauren W.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Frankfort, IL, 60423

Lauren was wonderful! I was in a bind and needed someone last minute and she came through. My dog is very wary of strangers but warmed up to Lauren quickly. I am already booking her again and would definitely recommend.

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Ellie W.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
10 years of experience
Manhattan, IL, 60602

About: I've taken care of dogs since I was 12. Always growing up with 3+ large dogs in my home. I also have helped my sister in the past fostering dogs and finding strays. I currently do not have a full time job and am available pretty much 24/7. I am very flexable and can work around your schedule! I do not care for pets in my personal home but when I am a client's home I am sure to keep a daily routine with the pets and keep them up to there usual activity level.

Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth S.
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Elizabeth S.
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$17
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5 years of experience
Elwood, IL, 60421

About: I have had dogs and cats in my life for as long as I can remember. I am just starting my Rover journey and cannot be more excited! I am comfortable around all dogs and willing to adapt and learn what is best for your pet. I will take care of your fur baby, go for walks, and even take them to dog parks if you like. I have two dogs of my own and a cat that believes he owns the house, lol. My schedule is flexible, and I can drop in and accept last-minute bookings. I am currently looking for my next adventure, and why not do something that I enjoy? I have quite a bit of free time during the day and would be more than happy to spend it looking after your cat or dog :) I live on five acres with a fenced-in backyard, plenty of space for dogs to be outside and run around and play. They're favorite on a nice day, just soaking up the sun!

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Thomas Rooney B.
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$24
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4.8 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
10 years of experience
Joliet, IL, 60436

That's for helping out so I could get married. Thomas did a wonderful job and did everything and more than asked. Would book again.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
15 years of experience
Manhattan, IL, 60442

About: I’ve taken care of animals for as long as I can remember. I started working at a veterinarian clinic when I was in high school and eventually became a veterinary technician. My time working has allowed me to gain multiple skills from caring for senior animals to administering many different forms of medication. Whatever care your pet needs, I’ll be able to handle it! I am currently a student, so I am mainly free on the weekends. Depending on your location, week nights can possibly work for me as well! When I am with your pet, they will have my undivided attention. Whether they are a youngster who needs a lot of play time, or an older pet who just needs some extra cuddles. I have worked with a wide variety of sizes and types of animals so I can handle just about anything!

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The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Manhattan is $20

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Lauren was absolutely Wonderful with our German Shepard, Valor. She is very responsive to communication, even prior to starting her role of watching him while we were on vacation. Every day she would share multiple pictures of our pup on each visit. We had Lauren come to our home 3X/day. We felt it was a great combination for Valor. She took him on walks and let him get his energy out. It was comforting to know while we were away he received so much care, attention, and love from her. Seeing his pictures every day brought smiles to our kids faces as well. Lauren is wonderful at what she does. Knowing your other family member that can’t be with you on your travels is taken care of brings a lot of peace. We know in the future we will be seeking out care from Lauren. Thank you so much!!

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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Manhattan on Rover is $22.2 per visit (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 2,908 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Manhattan. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Manhattan stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

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.

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

  • 92% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 97% 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.

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

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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