Pet Sitting in Melrose Park
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Top rated Melrose Park pet sitters

“We’ve hired Keely before and she continues to be a top-notch caregiver for our two cats. She goes above and beyond to make sure they are well looked after and follows up with plenty of pictures to make sure we know they are doing fine. We will 100% use her again and cannot recommend her highly enough”


“Thank you Klaudia for another great weekend of drop-in visits with our Belgian Shepherd pup. We came home to a happy, content puppy who enjoyed her time playing with you! Klaudia is the best! She is flexible, reliable, and always stays on top of communicating with us. Our puppy is very responsive to her and enjoys her visits. We are so lucky to have our pup in Klaudia’s care.”


“Jamie took amazing care of my kitty! They were communicative and unafraid to ask great questions if they were unsure about something. Highly recommended!”


“Karolly was a lifesaver!! She took amazing care of our cat during the holidays and alerted us of an issue that had occurred at our home while we were away - she saved our home from major damage! Beyond that, from her first visit, our cat immediately took to her. She took great care of him and sent us pictures and video from her visit, he looked like he was having a great time! She fed him treats, gave him plenty of belly rubs, and played with his toys with him. We look forward for having her care for our pets again in the future!”


“Zoryna, was very prompt and loving with my pepper.”


“Rae was able to accommodate a very last minute sitting request including doing a meet and greet before we left. We came back to happy pups with plenty of water and food. Her drop ins were timely and for the full duration of time. We’d happily have her back!”


“Ola was a wonderful cat sitter, especially for my older cat who requires special attention and insulin injections. She handled everything with great care and confidence. I truly appreciated her reliability and how comfortable she made me feel knowing my cats were in good hands. Highly recommend! :)”


“Brian was fantastic! He stopped by each day to feed and play with our cat Piper and kept us updated with pictures and comments on how she was doing. It’s clear he genuinely loves and cares about pets and is highly recommended for any pet-sitting needs!”



“This was our second time having April and she was just as phenomenal as the first time. Foremost, our dog adores her which gives us tremendous peace. Also, her communication is great, she is always timely, sends lots of pictures, and is just a genuinely sweet person all around. She even made sure to leave the TV on for Benny and brought in our mail and packages. We are super grateful for April and hope she will be available in the future for our sweet Benny. Thank you so much, April!”


“Odalys went above and beyond with my five cats while I was on vacation. She updated me at every visit as to how they were all doing. My cats enjoyed her company. She followed all of my instructions. I would definitely have her take care of my cats again when I go on my next vacation...without hesitation!”


“We've used Yulissa twice and she's great with communication and always takes great care of our kitty. Will definitely continue to contact her in the future. Thanks Yulissa!”


“My dog was comfortable with Rachel and Rachel gave her the attention she needed while I was out of town and my significant other was working during the day. Looking forward to her taking care of Roxanne again 💜”


“Paulina was very accommodating and patient with our fearful dog. She allowed us to go on our camping trip with the peace of mind that Milo was taken care of. She was very easy to communicate with and sent us frequent updates.”


“Danielle has taken care of our 2 cats and dog for two years every time we leave town. She’s always willing to go above and beyond and water your plants or grab your mail. She sends detailed updates daily/throughout the day, is always so attentive and lets us know if she notices anything abnormal with the animals at all. She’s extremely flexible and works her schedule (even holidays) around taking care of them. Our animals have all come to love her. We couldn’t recommend her more! We’re about to move and will miss having her to take care of our fur babies.”

About: I raised two dogs myself, potty trained them, and taught them simple commands. I have babysat for families who own dogs and have cared for them as if they were one of the children. I love to run, and have taken my own dogs running, if you think that would be something your dog would like to/ can do! I am currently a senior at UD, so I have a flexible schedule. I have random classes throughout the week, but can work with clients on how to fit their needs into my schedule. I have a ton of availability on Tuesday, Friday and Sundays; I also am available between 11 and 3 on Thursdays, as well as anytime before 10 on Wednesdays! I care for dogs deeply. In my own home I know my pets well and am able to trust them to roam around freely, however I understand every pet is different, and when I am working for a client to care for their pet I am actively engaged with the animal to make sure they're not getting into anything they shouldn't be.

“Dorothy was great to work with, we needed someone flexible with pending schedules, dependable, easy communication, and great care for Louie and Marco.”


About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 7 years old. I’ve raised many puppies and taken care of them into their senior days. I’ve provided pure love, safety, care, and tons of cuddles with many many many doggies. My own throughout my entire life, and for many friends, neighbors, family, and clients. My schedule is pretty open and flexible right now. So I’d have all the time to give your pups all my time and attention. Availability 7 days a week. I have a fenced yard. A safety gate blocking the stairs to the basement so no little doggies that might have trouble slipping on stairs can get to them or the basement. A dogs safety is always my utmost priority.

About: I'm a teacher who is on summer break and I will have a lot of time to care for your pet! I have had dogs my entire life. I have experience training puppies and caring for senior dogs. I adopted my first dog when I was 15 years old and she my my companion for 15 years. I eventually adopted a senior dog named Angus and he was my companion for 5 1/2 years. They were both amazing dogs who helped me learn a lot about animal care. I hope to spend my time this summer hanging out with and caring for your pet! I will be available after June 3 every day of the week. I do not work during the summer regularly, so I have a lot of time to spend with your pet! I will be unavailable from 9:00am-11:00am Monday-Thursday during the month of June while I teach virtually. I will also be unavailable from July 27-August 5. I currently have no pets, so my home could be your pet's home away from home! I have a fenced in yard that is very secure. I would love to take your dog on walks in my quiet neighborhood. Also, there is a nearby forest preserve that your dog would love to visit.

About: I've been the family pet care taker since I was six years old, I trained them, feed them, walked them, pet sat for them, and groomed them when they'd let me. I started to walk and sit my neighbors dogs when I turned 16. Since then I've been doing it off and on as a side job. Now I would like to make it a full time career. I've always loved animals and will always treat them with the respect they deserve. Looking for local walks and willing to meet & greet. I'm currently a part timer looking for a better job and if I can get some loyal customers then I might not need the part time jobs anymore. I'm constantly aware of where my pets are and what they are doing. Since I'm afraid they might get out the door. Always keep watch.

About: I love dogs. I have had them since I was a child. I have owned a Black Lab, a Yellow Lab, and a Fox terrier. I have also watched, babysat, and lived with multiple breeds, Including a Huskie, a Border Collie, a Chihuahua, amongst a few others. I love everything about dogs. They're loyal, friendly, playful, and just a joy to be around. I have always had a special connection with animals. Being around dogs is simply natural for me. I'm not afraid of a challenge. If it's a dog with mountains of energy, a dog that is shy, or a dog that needs special attention. I also have experience with aggressive breeds. I don't believe words do justice. Let be a part of your life, and show you I have what it takes to care for your special friend. I am a gig worker, so my schedule is open. I am able to work with the pets any time or day of the week. I live in the City, so I take public transit. I do my best to be able to get around, but if it's too far I will let you know before we book. I feed them, walk them, play with them, make sure they have enough attention. The basic things you need to do to take care of an animal.
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Kelly W.Star Sitter

“We’ve hired Keely before and she continues to be a top-notch caregiver for our two cats. She goes above and beyond to make sure they are well looked after and follows up with plenty of pictures to make sure we know they are doing fine. We will 100% use her again and cannot recommend her highly enough”


Klaudia R.Star Sitter

“Thank you Klaudia for another great weekend of drop-in visits with our Belgian Shepherd pup. We came home to a happy, content puppy who enjoyed her time playing with you! Klaudia is the best! She is flexible, reliable, and always stays on top of communicating with us. Our puppy is very responsive to her and enjoys her visits. We are so lucky to have our pup in Klaudia’s care.”


Jamie Q.Star Sitter

“Jamie took amazing care of my kitty! They were communicative and unafraid to ask great questions if they were unsure about something. Highly recommended!”


Karolly Z.Star Sitter

“Karolly was a lifesaver!! She took amazing care of our cat during the holidays and alerted us of an issue that had occurred at our home while we were away - she saved our home from major damage! Beyond that, from her first visit, our cat immediately took to her. She took great care of him and sent us pictures and video from her visit, he looked like he was having a great time! She fed him treats, gave him plenty of belly rubs, and played with his toys with him. We look forward for having her care for our pets again in the future!”


Zoryna H.

“Zoryna, was very prompt and loving with my pepper.”


Rae D.

“Rae was able to accommodate a very last minute sitting request including doing a meet and greet before we left. We came back to happy pups with plenty of water and food. Her drop ins were timely and for the full duration of time. We’d happily have her back!”


Oluwemimo "Ola" A.

“Ola was a wonderful cat sitter, especially for my older cat who requires special attention and insulin injections. She handled everything with great care and confidence. I truly appreciated her reliability and how comfortable she made me feel knowing my cats were in good hands. Highly recommend! :)”


Brian W.Star Sitter

“Brian was fantastic! He stopped by each day to feed and play with our cat Piper and kept us updated with pictures and comments on how she was doing. It’s clear he genuinely loves and cares about pets and is highly recommended for any pet-sitting needs!”




April S.Star Sitter

“This was our second time having April and she was just as phenomenal as the first time. Foremost, our dog adores her which gives us tremendous peace. Also, her communication is great, she is always timely, sends lots of pictures, and is just a genuinely sweet person all around. She even made sure to leave the TV on for Benny and brought in our mail and packages. We are super grateful for April and hope she will be available in the future for our sweet Benny. Thank you so much, April!”


Odalys C.Star Sitter

“Odalys went above and beyond with my five cats while I was on vacation. She updated me at every visit as to how they were all doing. My cats enjoyed her company. She followed all of my instructions. I would definitely have her take care of my cats again when I go on my next vacation...without hesitation!”


Yulissa C.Star Sitter

“We've used Yulissa twice and she's great with communication and always takes great care of our kitty. Will definitely continue to contact her in the future. Thanks Yulissa!”


Rachael P.Star Sitter

“My dog was comfortable with Rachel and Rachel gave her the attention she needed while I was out of town and my significant other was working during the day. Looking forward to her taking care of Roxanne again 💜”


Paulina G.

“Paulina was very accommodating and patient with our fearful dog. She allowed us to go on our camping trip with the peace of mind that Milo was taken care of. She was very easy to communicate with and sent us frequent updates.”


Danielle H.
“Danielle has taken care of our 2 cats and dog for two years every time we leave town. She’s always willing to go above and beyond and water your plants or grab your mail. She sends detailed updates daily/throughout the day, is always so attentive and lets us know if she notices anything abnormal with the animals at all. She’s extremely flexible and works her schedule (even holidays) around taking care of them. Our animals have all come to love her. We couldn’t recommend her more! We’re about to move and will miss having her to take care of our fur babies.”


nicole v.
“Nicole did a great job walking my dog. She was extremely professional and very caring with my pup! I will definitely be having her walk my baby girl again!”


Dorothy H.

“Dorothy was great to work with, we needed someone flexible with pending schedules, dependable, easy communication, and great care for Louie and Marco.”


Jan E.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 7 years old. I’ve raised many puppies and taken care of them into their senior days. I’ve provided pure love, safety, care, and tons of cuddles with many many many doggies. My own throughout my entire life, and for many friends, neighbors, family, and clients. My schedule is pretty open and flexible right now. So I’d have all the time to give your pups all my time and attention. Availability 7 days a week. I have a fenced yard. A safety gate blocking the stairs to the basement so no little doggies that might have trouble slipping on stairs can get to them or the basement. A dogs safety is always my utmost priority.


James J.
About: I'm a teacher who is on summer break and I will have a lot of time to care for your pet! I have had dogs my entire life. I have experience training puppies and caring for senior dogs. I adopted my first dog when I was 15 years old and she my my companion for 15 years. I eventually adopted a senior dog named Angus and he was my companion for 5 1/2 years. They were both amazing dogs who helped me learn a lot about animal care. I hope to spend my time this summer hanging out with and caring for your pet! I will be available after June 3 every day of the week. I do not work during the summer regularly, so I have a lot of time to spend with your pet! I will be unavailable from 9:00am-11:00am Monday-Thursday during the month of June while I teach virtually. I will also be unavailable from July 27-August 5. I currently have no pets, so my home could be your pet's home away from home! I have a fenced in yard that is very secure. I would love to take your dog on walks in my quiet neighborhood. Also, there is a nearby forest preserve that your dog would love to visit.


Dylan I.
“Dylan has always been friendly and greatly communicative with animals. He’s taken very well care of all animals, cats and dogs especially. He is one of very few people i trust to leave my fur babies in the care of. his experience does not fall short as i have always witnessed him caring for a animal whether it was his dogs or cats growing up or any of his family’s animals he is never seen without a fur baby! I highly recommend his service!”


Michael R.
“Michael looks after my dog Snoopy. He has stayed over at my house many times to look after Snoopy. He cares for her, takes her for walks, picks up after her, plays with her, feeds her. I believe Michael is dependable and trustworthy and would be a great fit on Rover.”
Over 34 pet parents in Melrose Park have booked pet sitting
Melrose Park pet parents share their Rover experiences
Ola was a wonderful cat sitter, especially for my older cat who requires special attention and insulin injections. She handled everything with great care and confidence. I truly appreciated her reliability and how comfortable she made me feel knowing my cats were in good hands. Highly recommend! :)

Lauren was fantastic with our senior golden retriever with mobility issues and who required medication. She visited our home for a meet and greet and again for key drop off. She came to our home three times per day and meticulously cared for our family dog while we were gone for 12 days. Lauren was timely with communications and kept us updated on his care providing pictures and dialogue of his daily events. We would highly recommend Lauren for pet sitting with your pet of any abilities. We will definitely be using Lauren again as a dog sitter in the future!

Sneydy is wonderful. Great communication throughout. Glad we have a reliable person nearby now to help with our pups and cat!

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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Melrose Park is $20
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Sitters in Melrose Park average 6 repeat pet sitting clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Melrose Park on Rover as of Jun 2025 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.
As of Jun 2025, there are 2,287 pet sitters in Melrose 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, 88% of Melrose Park pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Melrose Park have an average of 14 years of experience. 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 Melrose Park.
Rover makes it easy to find Melrose 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 2,287 pet sitters in Melrose Park on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Melrose Park, 95% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 90% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. 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 background checks 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.
