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Sitter Profile Image: Alicia T.
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Alicia T.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
24 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Du Quoin, IL, 62832

Alicia is great!! Our 3 dogs loved her and we had no worries while on vacation when they were with her! Very dependable and knowledgeable. We enjoyed getting constant updates and pics of our fur babies! Definitely will be using her anytime we need a sitter.

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Bridget H.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Murphysboro, IL, 62966

About: I grew up with cats, from kittens to seniors. My chores growing up involved feeding them, grooming, cleaning up after them. My aunt and uncle had dogs I would help with growing up, and they were always active and high maintenance. In middle school, I dog sat for my neighbors and enjoyed it thoroughly. I have experience in training and handling both cats and dogs, and love a challenge! I am a full time student, but my days are very flexible. I have near full availability Thursday-Sunday and I am willing to work with you to find time for your pets! I am very respectful and willing to work with your rules and times. I am very familiar with following rules and making sure I am following every instruction to a T!

Sitter Profile Image: Kyleen W.
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Kyleen W.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
92 reviews
17 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Woodlawn, IL, 62898

Kyleen is the best! We only ever pick her to watch our Sadie girl because of her attention to detail, snuggles, kindness, and her going above and beyond. You can depend on Kyleen!

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Sitter Profile Image: Caroline W.
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Caroline W.
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$40
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30 years of experience
Highland, IL, 62249

About: I have been a dog mommy for over 25 years, and have taken care of the pets of friends and family forever. I’m especially partial to dogs, but cats are great too…once they deign to allow me to enter their kingdom 😁. I recently had to say goodbye to me soul mate dog, so I have a lot of love to give your fur babies. Can’t wait to meet them! I’m worked from home for 6 years, and I’m currently between roles. I have nothing but time to dedicate to loving on your darling pets. I am active for those who like to walk, and I enjoy my down time cuddles up on the couch with a book and a sweet sleepy dog or cat. Let’s keep your babies at home where they are comfortable! I can come to your home and feed, walk, and give them outside time. Or, if you prefer, I can stay at your home with them while you’re gone. I’m a rule follower, so your house rules will be strictly adhered to, no question! If your pup is high energy and needs lots of walks, let’s go - I’m on a fitness journey myself! If they are in charge and have a designated spot on the couch, I’ll cozy up wherever they “tell” me I can. I just miss my doggo, and I think this is the best way for me to start to heal from that loss. Let me lavish love on yours!

Sitter Profile Image: Amanda S.
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Amanda S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
carbondale, IL, 62901

About: I have been around pets my whole life, My aunt fosters dogs and I have been able too help train, feed, walk and have sleepovers with her fosters I work at a job where I have a lot of free time and go to school part-time, I'm able to take your pets out or stay and play. I love finding your pet's favorite toy and bonding over that with them, I love to go on walks and explore new places. I treat all animals like my own fur baby and would love to help you feel comfortable leaving yours

Sitter Profile Image: Kendra H.
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Kendra H.
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$27
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15 years of experience
O'Fallon, IL, 62269

About: I’ve been a pet watcher for over 10 years, I’m very reliable and love dogs and cats of any size. I have a good personality I’m available weekends, unfortunately I have a full time job which I enjoy. I have Mondays off also.I am available most evenings after 5 p.m. I have a cat who’s indoors.I’ve taking care of my friends dogs. I take them on walks and make sure they get their potty breaks

Sitter Profile Image: Taj R.
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Taj R.
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$27
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4 years of experience
Smithton, IL, 62285

About: Hello! My name is Taj! I have been pet sitting for about 2 years now. I also house sit! I am currently a medical assistant and college student with a BCLS and CPR certification. I have done volunteer work at shelters and at clinics including a medical and dental program in South Korea! Can't wait to meet you! I am able to dogwalk and pet sit anytime after 430pm on weekdays. Available every weekend as well! Available before 7am! I am also willing to do overnight care with both cats and dogs! I am available on the weekends whenever you need me! I follow the rules given to me specifically! Everyone's home rules are different and I make sure to respect that! After my experiences housesitting, I notice clients have specific needs for their pets, even if that is just what time they eat their dinner!

Sitter Profile Image: Katie B.
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Katie B.
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$48
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4.6 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, IL, 62208

Katie did an awesome job with Reuben while we were away for 9 days! She was so great with communication and we could tell he was having so much fun going on walks and to the park with her. We will definitely use her again :)

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Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Rice.

Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Rice house sitters are great for:

  • Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
  • Cats and caged pets
  • Pet parents on a tight schedule
  • Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away

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We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.