Pet Sitting in River Forest
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Top rated River Forest pet sitters
“We had a very smooth experience with Sofia caring for our dog. Sofia is a good communicator, responsible, dependable, and experienced in caring for pets. Thank you Sofia!”
“We loved having Mara take care of our pup! She was incredibly reliable, responsible, and we felt very confident with our little guy in her care (and we are paranoid, high maintenance dog pawrents)! Highly recommend Mara if you’re looking for a sitter- we would definitely use her again! ❤️Thank you Mara!”
“Alma was a fantastic sitter for our 2 cats. We loved the proactive communication and updates throughout. Wouldn’t hesitate to use Alma again the next time we’re in need of a sitter.”
“We knew Karolly would be perfect from the second she met Winona. She is so sweet and went the extra mile and beyond to take care of our girl. Every video included the music she was using to help Winona relax along with lots of sweet talking and pets. We left the house with full confidence that she would do the best job she could and are very grateful she was there to check in on Winona over the holidays.”
“Wow! Where do I begin? Katherine was ABSOLUTELY THE BEST! She did an amazing Job caring for my dogs. She has a very friendly and positive personality. My dogs warmed up to her instantly. She goes above and beyond and she makes sure you are happy and satisfied. She is Excellent/ Outstanding in the following: * Communicating * Taking pictures *Following instructions *Cleaning up behind dogs *Makes sure things are cleaned *Arriving on time daily based on the times we agreed upon *Locking everything back up and securing by our home. I will be booking her again for future dog sitting. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER FOR YOUR PET CAREGIVER.”
“Sara has looked after our two cats a few times now. Although our cats have very different personalities, they’ve grown trusting of Sara during the drop in visits while we’re away. She also does great rover cards and updates!”
“Kirsten went above and beyond, staying longer than required most visits and making sure our two boys got great walks in. She helped pull in packages while we were gone and took great care of the house. Will definitely be using her again. Thank you, Kirsten!”
“Robyn stopped in on my cat while I was out of town to feed him. She showed up right on time for all of the bookings and sent me photos / videos each time. By the fourth booking he was greeting her at the door. I know Schneider felt comfortable with her and was a happy camper when I got home from my trip. Robyn showed how much she cared and I would absolutely hire her again. Well worth her rate!”
“I can't say enough great things about Jacqui! They went above and beyond while checking on my dog, and it gave me such peace of mind knowing my pup was in such good hands. Not only did they make sure all the basics were covered—food, water, bathroom breaks, but they also took the time to give my dog some love, playtime, and attention, which made all the difference. I got regular updates (including some adorable photos!), and I could tell my dog was happy, relaxed, and well cared for. It’s clear that Jacqui truly loves animals and treats them like their own. Reliable, kind, and completely trustworthy. I'd recommend Jacqui to anyone looking for someone to care for their furry family members. Thank you so much for everything!”
“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 💜”
“Abby has been doing weekly visits for our dog, Trixie for about a month now. Trixie is a rescue who has a lot of anxiety and has had some issues with dog walkers in the past (she would hide and refuse to go outside). However, she loves Abby! Abby took the time to slowly get to know Trixie and didn't push her when she was nervous. She was just what Trixie needed. Abby sends us detailed updates and photos each visit which is greatly appreciated. We are so glad we found Abby and highly recommend her!”
“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!”
“Fanni is professional, punctual and dependable. She is very responsive to inquiries and is the best sitter. She treats my pit bull mix, Amelia, with so much love and sends pictures and updates for every visit. I plan to book Fanni anytime my pup needs some extra care!”
About: Hello there! My name is Alyssa Murphy, Aly for short. I myself, have been a dog owner of an adorable malti-pin named Cobi, for 9 years now. I have also owned two cats beforehand and raised abandoned kittens to health, ensuring they were going to proper homes that would appreciate and take care of them. How does this relate to you? Well, I will guarantee to be that same type of home I would of chose for those rescued kittens. That home-away-from-home for your pup, the home I would look for if I needed a dog sitter. No matter if he/she likes to jump around and play, or just likes to relax on the couch, I’m the girl for the job. Your pup will feel highly appreciated and taken care of at the end of the day, and so will you! Any inquires, please feel free to message. P.S. here’s my promo code :) : ALYSSM29530 *I also know how important it is to remain safe and clean during these times, I will make sure to clean and disinfect everything in my home your dog(s) will encounter.* I’m currently working full time and have part time classes online, so I have a few free days (Thursday afternoons, all day Fridays, Saturday nights and all day Sunday-Monday) to take care of your best friend! My house is always kept clean and tidy. Since I have a dog myself (that likes to get into things) there isn’t much left out for him to grab. I live on my own, so I can also adjust according to your pet. I’m always willing to play, walk, and give attention as much as needed/wanted!
“Jamie is an excellent caregiver who is trusted and reliable! She took care of my kitties better then I could have hoped and gave me peace of mind and comfort knowing she was there to give them the love and attention I needed for them. She was respectful of our home and definitely my go to sitter. Thank you, Jamie!”
About: I have been taking care of dogs since I was a kid, being willing to dog-sit for friends and family whenever I'm available. The types of dogs I have dealt with vary from high energy puppies to senior dogs with special needs and medication, and while everyone loves puppies I have felt myself connecting more to older dogs the more I care for them. I also have experience with doggy day care where I had to keep an eye on a significant amount of dogs with different ages and temperaments. I'm currently working all day Saturday and Sunday at a small business so I am unavailable on weekends, but on the the weekdays I am a caretaker for my fiance with fibromyalgia and would have plenty of time to do check-ins and walks during the day. I have experience with all sorts of animals and always try my very best at getting on their good side. I have been successful with everything from grumpy old Chihuahuas to anxious kennel dogs, so I am good at matching their energy allowing me to connect with all sorts. And I'm not afraid to get my hands dirty cleaning up potential accidents or getting a dog to swallow a pill as needed.
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Sofia S.
Star Sitter
“We had a very smooth experience with Sofia caring for our dog. Sofia is a good communicator, responsible, dependable, and experienced in caring for pets. Thank you Sofia!”
Mara D.Star Sitter
“We loved having Mara take care of our pup! She was incredibly reliable, responsible, and we felt very confident with our little guy in her care (and we are paranoid, high maintenance dog pawrents)! Highly recommend Mara if you’re looking for a sitter- we would definitely use her again! ❤️Thank you Mara!”
Alma A.Star Sitter
“Alma was a fantastic sitter for our 2 cats. We loved the proactive communication and updates throughout. Wouldn’t hesitate to use Alma again the next time we’re in need of a sitter.”
Karolly Z.Star Sitter
“We knew Karolly would be perfect from the second she met Winona. She is so sweet and went the extra mile and beyond to take care of our girl. Every video included the music she was using to help Winona relax along with lots of sweet talking and pets. We left the house with full confidence that she would do the best job she could and are very grateful she was there to check in on Winona over the holidays.”
Marissa T.Star Sitter
“Our first booking with Marissa was awesome! Very friendly, thorough, and responsive. She’s also the best pho-dog-rapher ever, we loved the snaps.”
Jie "Katherine" W.
“Wow! Where do I begin? Katherine was ABSOLUTELY THE BEST! She did an amazing Job caring for my dogs. She has a very friendly and positive personality. My dogs warmed up to her instantly. She goes above and beyond and she makes sure you are happy and satisfied. She is Excellent/ Outstanding in the following: * Communicating * Taking pictures *Following instructions *Cleaning up behind dogs *Makes sure things are cleaned *Arriving on time daily based on the times we agreed upon *Locking everything back up and securing by our home. I will be booking her again for future dog sitting. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER FOR YOUR PET CAREGIVER.”
Sara P.
“Sara has looked after our two cats a few times now. Although our cats have very different personalities, they’ve grown trusting of Sara during the drop in visits while we’re away. She also does great rover cards and updates!”
Kirsten L.Star Sitter
“Kirsten went above and beyond, staying longer than required most visits and making sure our two boys got great walks in. She helped pull in packages while we were gone and took great care of the house. Will definitely be using her again. Thank you, Kirsten!”
Natalie K.
“Natalie was great! My dog loved her and she was very communicative while she cared for him. I would highly recommend her for your pet care needs.”
April S.Star Sitter
“April did a great job feeding my cat. She sent me messages and photos. She also kept me updated. I would like to use her services in the future. Hilda Hoagland”
Robyn W.Star Sitter
“Robyn stopped in on my cat while I was out of town to feed him. She showed up right on time for all of the bookings and sent me photos / videos each time. By the fourth booking he was greeting her at the door. I know Schneider felt comfortable with her and was a happy camper when I got home from my trip. Robyn showed how much she cared and I would absolutely hire her again. Well worth her rate!”
Jacqui F.Star Sitter
“I can't say enough great things about Jacqui! They went above and beyond while checking on my dog, and it gave me such peace of mind knowing my pup was in such good hands. Not only did they make sure all the basics were covered—food, water, bathroom breaks, but they also took the time to give my dog some love, playtime, and attention, which made all the difference. I got regular updates (including some adorable photos!), and I could tell my dog was happy, relaxed, and well cared for. It’s clear that Jacqui truly loves animals and treats them like their own. Reliable, kind, and completely trustworthy. I'd recommend Jacqui to anyone looking for someone to care for their furry family members. Thank you so much for everything!”
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 💜”
Abby F.
“Abby has been doing weekly visits for our dog, Trixie for about a month now. Trixie is a rescue who has a lot of anxiety and has had some issues with dog walkers in the past (she would hide and refuse to go outside). However, she loves Abby! Abby took the time to slowly get to know Trixie and didn't push her when she was nervous. She was just what Trixie needed. Abby sends us detailed updates and photos each visit which is greatly appreciated. We are so glad we found Abby and highly recommend her!”
Yulissa C.
“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!”
Fanni M.
“Fanni is professional, punctual and dependable. She is very responsive to inquiries and is the best sitter. She treats my pit bull mix, Amelia, with so much love and sends pictures and updates for every visit. I plan to book Fanni anytime my pup needs some extra care!”
Alyssa M.
“Alyssa is very dependable, friendly, and has a solid work ethic. I have known her for over a year, and have seen her kindness to others and how easy she is to relate to. I trust her to care for any job given to her and know she will do it to a high standard.”
Jamie Q.Star Sitter
“Jamie is an excellent caregiver who is trusted and reliable! She took care of my kitties better then I could have hoped and gave me peace of mind and comfort knowing she was there to give them the love and attention I needed for them. She was respectful of our home and definitely my go to sitter. Thank you, Jamie!”
Dorothy H.Star Sitter
“We love Dorothy! She’s so good with our girl. She plays with Pepper and ensures she’s cared for and having fun! We love that we can always count on Dorothy!”
Jacob F.
“Jacob’s love for animals is evident by the way he takes care of our two senior cats, Sunny (21 years) and Maya (18 years) when we go out of town. No longer the frisky cats that they once were, Jacob gives each cat special attention by doing what each cat each loves the most. For Sunny it is getting brushed and for Maya it is being cuddled. Always reliable, Jacob shows up on time and follows our instructions when giving them their medicine. We are completely at ease when we are gone knowing that our “babies” are well cared for. Perhaps just as important they are relaxed and happy when we return.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in River Forest on Rover as of Aug 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 Aug 2025, there are 2,396 pet sitters in River Forest. 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, 87% of River Forest pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in River Forest 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 River Forest.
Rover makes it easy to find River Forest 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 2,396 pet sitters in River Forest on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In River Forest, 95% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.
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