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Jaymee D.

Star Sitter

Rockford, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
107 reviews
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Services

Jaymee can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

Petsitting is my focus, so I have plenty of time to care for your pets. I’m normally available for house sitting both weekdays and weekends, however I do have my own obligations and pets of my own to care for, so I must be able to leave for ~4 to 5 hours at some times. Due to this, I am not always able to accept requests for constant care (meaning pets who cannot be left alone for more than 1-3 hours, as an example).

Available
Not available
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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Jaymee D.

Communication

27 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I spend as much quality time with my clients as I can, giving them plenty of love and attention. I love cuddling with them if they’re cuddlers and using their favorite toys when I play with them. I cannot take on higher energy dogs to care for, as I cannot provide them with the stimulation and exercise they need to thrive. In addition to Rover’s Guarantee, I am insured and bonded through PCI.

Information Jaymee D. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog or cat has any special needs/requirements up front, or if your dog is reactive, etc, so I can be prepared for this.

A typical day

I like to play fetch and tug of war with the dogs I care for. I also enjoy taking them for walks. With cats, I like to toss their toys for them to chase, laser pointers, using their stick & ribbon toys, etc.

Location

Rockford, IL

Jaymee D.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Jaymee D. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

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Pet care experience

I’ve had pets all my life. My family is full of animal lovers and they know they can rely on me if they need someone to care for their pet for any reason. I have experience with end of life care for cats, administering pills and fluids to cats, and feeding cats by mouth with a syringe. For example, one of my cats has a hyperthyroid and acid reflux and takes pills to manage it, and another has arthritis and takes a liquid medication orally to manage it. I primarily have experience caring for cats, dogs and hamsters.

Reviews

Emily V.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 21, 2026
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Jaymee always does an amazing job with our cats! She is punctual, attentive, and caring. She's the only one we trust with our girls!

Carolyn R.
House Sitting • Jul 21, 2026
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We had never used a pet sitting service before and Jaymee put us to ease answering all of our questions and even stopping in for a few trial visits when our dog was a bit worried about the situation. She was wonderful to communicate with and gave many updates while we were away. She’s a great pet photographer too!

Christy M.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 18, 2026
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Jaymee was an excellent sitter for our kitten, Betty. Her communication with us was very reassuring while we were on our trip. Photos and videos of playtime as well as grooming, feeding and bathroom care. I would recommend Jaymee and definitely hire her again!

Jennifer U.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 07, 2026
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This was my first time using Rover, and Jaymee exceeded all of my expectations! From the very beginning, she made me feel completely at ease leaving my furbabies in her care. Before we even booked, she arranged a meet and greet so we could get to know each other and make sure it was a good fit for both us and our pets. That extra step gave me a lot of confidence and peace of mind. While I was away, Jaymee kept me updated with regular messages, photos, and videos, which I greatly appreciated. It was so reassuring to see my furbabies happy, comfortable, and well cared for. She also followed all of the instructions I left with great attention and care. I would absolutely recommend Jaymee to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and trustworthy sitter. I won't hesitate to book with her again the next time I need pet care!

About Jaymee D.

Communication

27 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I spend as much quality time with my clients as I can, giving them plenty of love and attention. I love cuddling with them if they’re cuddlers and using their favorite toys when I play with them. I cannot take on higher energy dogs to care for, as I cannot provide them with the stimulation and exercise they need to thrive. In addition to Rover’s Guarantee, I am insured and bonded through PCI.

Information Jaymee D. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog or cat has any special needs/requirements up front, or if your dog is reactive, etc, so I can be prepared for this.

A typical day

I like to play fetch and tug of war with the dogs I care for. I also enjoy taking them for walks. With cats, I like to toss their toys for them to chase, laser pointers, using their stick & ribbon toys, etc.

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Jaymee D.

Star Sitter

Rockford, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
107 reviews