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Sitter Profile Image: Mandy M.
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Mandy M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Pekin, IL, 61554

I am ecstatic with Mandy's help with my dog, Jesus. He is naturally timid and he has warmed up to her in less than a week, even after a cross country move. When I come home from work, I can tell that a responsible, caring person has paid him a visit because he is relaxed and happy. Mandy is very quick to respond and communicates very well. I would highly recommend Mandy and greatly appreciate her support!

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Mercedes B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
25 years of experience
Pekin, IL, 61554

I was able to breath with Mercedes watching my babies! Highly recommend 👌.

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Kytrina S.
Sitter Profile Image: Tigue W.
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Tigue W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
148 reviews
17 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Pekin, IL, 61554

I cannot say enough great things about Tigue! She’s been our go-to for over a year and I couldn’t imagine entrusting our girls to anyone else!!

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Nicole S.
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Mackenzie W.
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$13
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10 years of experience
Pekin, IL, 61554

About: I’ve taken care of all kinds of animals from the age of 11 and up. I have about 10 years of experience pet sitting, walking and training, with all different sizes of dogs, cats and even some horses! I volunteered at taps for about a year and a half. I’ve always been a big animal lover for as long as I can remember, I treat every animal as if they were my own baby’s! I currently work a part-time job so I have plenty of time throughout the day to take care of your baby’s the only times I’m not available is past 6pm on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. I am very clean and respectful in other peoples homes most the people I’ve pet sat or dog walked for say they wouldn’t have even noticed I was there if there wasn’t things in the trash

Sitter Profile Image: Amanda S.
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Amanda S.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
15 repeat clients
12 years of experience
East Peoria, IL, 61611

Amanda was wonderful! I reached out short notice while I was out of town and my wife had a longer day at work than usual. She did a drop-in visit for our two dogs and everything went smoothly. We’d happily book again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Olivia P.
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Olivia P.
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$15
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3.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Pekin, IL, 61554

A lovely young lady. Took time to come & meet my doggie before hand. Stayed longer than requested to spend more time keeping my Izzy company. Would HIGHLY reccomend, don't hesitate to use her. Thank you Olivia.

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Sitter Profile Image: Angelique C.
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Angelique C.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
6 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Pekin, IL, 61554

Angelique was great! This was our first time leaving our pets with someone who wasn't family or friends, so we were nervous, but she did an amazing job! She even got my super skiddish cat to come out of hiding 😊 I would definitely recommend using Angelique!

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Mandy M.
Sitter Profile Image: Sydney W.
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Sydney W.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Pekin, IL, 61554

We can count on Sydney! Communication is easy and our furry family members are treated well!

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Sitter Profile Image: Aubry B.
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Aubry B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
East Peoria, IL, 61611

Aubrey was available on short notice and did a great job taking care of our cat. She was attentive to his habits and notified us when something deviated from normal so that we could take action to put things back on track. I hope Aubrey will be available to care for our cat again!

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Cynthia R.
Sitter Profile Image: Linden E.
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Linden E.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
191 reviews
83 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Pekin, IL, 61554

Thanks so much for looking after Our little guy! Thanks also for accommodating our last min schedule shift, we left for the day and knew our puppy was in good hands! We appreciated all the thoughtful updates too! We hope to have you come back soon! I know Mick would love that too!

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Sitter Profile Image: Michelle C.
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Michelle C.
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$18
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15 years of experience
Pekin, IL, 61554

About: Majority of work experience in the pet industry and 15+ years experience in care for pets of all ages including 4 years specialized pet nutrition. I work remotely from home, which gives me the flexibility to provide care for your pets during the week. I’m available for drop-in visits or dog walking on select weekdays and weekends. Unfortunately, at this time, I do not offer boarding or pet sitting. My schedule may shift occasionally, but I will always communicate any changes with ample notice to ensure your pets receive the attention they deserve. I walk my small pups 2-3 times daily and for my kitties we have dedicated play time the keep them busy and active. For clients, I will adapt to pets’ activity levels and owners’ expectations, ensuring personalized and reliable care.

Sitter Profile Image: Serenity S.
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Serenity S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
4 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Creve Coeur, IL, 61610

I couldn't be happier with Serenity's care for my dog! She was attentive, reliable, and treated my pup like her own. It was clear she has a natural love for animals, and I felt completely at ease knowing my dog was in her care. Serenity sent regular updates, which made the experience even better. I highly recommend her for anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate pet sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Katie A.
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Katie A.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
5 repeat clients
3 years of experience
East Peoria, IL, 61611

Katie is very professional and kind, my dogs love her! I couldn't ask for a better person to be helping to care for my girls.

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Sitter Profile Image: Glen G.
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Glen G.
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$12
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5.0 out of 5 stars
317 reviews
77 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Peoria, IL, 61604

Glenn took excellent care of my Dallas, who is a bit difficult, but he kept me updated and seemed to be happy to deal with her cranky personality. I will definitely book again.

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Dawneva S.
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$12
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4.5 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Pekin, IL, 61554

About: I grew up with dogs my whole life and I am looking to give them the same unconditional love that they give us. Reliable and trustworthy! I am available and home Saturday and Sundays the weekends and evenings. I get off at 4 30 then I am pretty much a home body...ready to play and walk with your sweet fur babies I live on a dead end street, have a front and back yard. A nice dog park is close by and the neighborhood is quiet to walk in. I work 8 to 4..normally home evenings and weekends.... I come home right awaY to be with my dogs that I care for. We take a nice walk. I live on a dead end. No pets anymore currently,which is why I am looking to take care of yours. I miss a pet being around .that unconditional love!. Soon a fence too.

Sitter Profile Image: Robert H.
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Robert H.
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$12
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Pekin, IL, 61554

Robert did an excellent job checking in on Bailey. He was attentive and made sure Bailey kept his daily routine.

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Sitter Profile Image: Hollie L.
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Hollie L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
10 years of experience
Pekin, IL, 61554

About: I've always had a passion for taking care of animals and hanging out with your dog is no exception! I am able to feed, bathe, walk, cuddle, and whatever else is needed to make your fur baby comfortable. I have a Monday- Friday, 7-430 job so I am able to do early morning & evenings. I am also free most weekends and possibly holidays. I have a townhouse so am unable to house your dogs here. However, I am more than willing to travel or stay with them at your place, depending on what your preference is.

Sitter Profile Image: Kaitlyn L.
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Kaitlyn L.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
11 years of experience
Bartonville, IL, 61607

About: I’ve taken care of animals since I was 12 and worked as a zookeeper for the past 4 years! I have extensive experience caring for a large range of animals, including those with special health and age related needs. I'm home for the summer before I start my veterinary technician program in October. I will be traveling for periods of it but have an otherwise very open schedule. I own two cats, both of which are calmer in temperament, and have available separate space to care for smaller animals in my home. Currently I watch my family’s bird when they travel and keep him in a Separate room and the cats know to keep out as well as safety precautions I take to keep everyone safe.

Sitter Profile Image: Theodore N.
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Theodore N.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
20 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Peoria, IL, 61604

Theodore is a wonderful pet sitter. We received regular messages and photos of our cats during our long trip. It was great to know they had a friend to keep them company while we were away. I highly recommend their services. Thanks again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Mark K.
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Mark K.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
16 years of experience
Washington, IL, 61571

We can already tell from the first visit that Mark and Miles are a great match! Will definitely be booking him again!

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Ann H.
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The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Pekin is $18

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Mandy was so great with our cats! They can be standoffish with strangers but by the end of the week they allowed her to pet them! She did all that we asked and around the same time each day. She even left a birthday present for Mika!!

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Allyson & Patrick C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Can’t say enough good things about my experience with Rover. Especially about my sitter, Tigue. She is the utmost professional and truly puts everything positive into her role as pet sitter. I was so comfortable right off the bat with our meet and greet and so was my cat, Amelia. She will be my go to sitter whenever I need one!

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Carole D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Carol did an excellent job. She is an angel. She treated our cats with love even though some were not very well behaved.

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Jade N.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I was away from my babies for almost 2 weeks and was really nervous leaving them but was so reassured with Ivory!! She was so sweet and always went above and beyond with her communication and care! I always knew what was going on and always had plenty of pictures. I’ll definitely be using her again and would recommend her to anyone!

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Burghandy R.
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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Pekin on Rover is $19.26 per visit (as of July 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 July 2026, there are 406 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Pekin. 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 Pekin 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 Pekin. On Rover:

  • 100% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 100% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% 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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