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“Ray took photos of my cat while he was here with cute descriptions. The photos reassured me of my cat's well being. Ray is a very attentive sitter and punctual too.”
“Diane was such a blessing. She has a really sweet and caring demeanor and we knew right away she was the right sitter to watch our fur babies. In our week long trip she took great care of our home and 2 dogs and kept in touch throughout our trip. We feel relieved to have found her and will definitely rebook with her. Thank you Diane!!”
“April is responsive, personable, and friendly. She stayed in our home and took great care of our cat and dog, who can be anxious and high-strung at times. We enjoyed getting pictures and updates while we were away. Highly recommend!”
“Coleen was caring, professional, and fast to respond. Our dogs absolutely adore her and were sad to see her leave. She easily managed 3 large dogs without issue. We had Coleen in-house sit them overnight for our big day and can't recommend her enough!”
“Jillian watched our two dachshunds for a weekend and she was fantastic - friendly and easy to communicate with, very punctual. We are looking forward to having her watch them again!”
“Amazing experience! Diogi really bonded with Renee! Would definitely have her again.”
“Andrea did a phenomenal job! She has exceptional communication skills. I was constantly updated with great pictures of my happy pups. She spent plenty of time with them. She went above and beyond to ensure they were well taken care of and loved. I am always a bit nervous leaving Teddy and Ace for several days but she made it a seamless vacation. I am confident your pets will be in good hands! I would recommend Erika to anyone.”
“This was my 1st time leaving my dog for a long weekend and I couldn’t have chosen a better caregiver for him. My Murphy is a rescue & has some anxiety issues but Jo handled him with patience, understanding and love. She tapped in to her knowledge of dogs and put both myself & Murphy at ease. She tried a few new toys/treats with him which he loved and sent me plenty of pics and videos of Murphy throughout the weekend. I would highly recommend her and would definitely use her services again.”
“Jamie is a super star at our house. She watched my old cat for a few days and he instantly felt comfortable around her. I’m definitely booking her services again, and you should too!”
About: I have been a dog owner my whole life. I've had breeds from chihuahuas to pit bulls. I love dogs they brighten my day.I am the proud dog dad of my Pomeranian (cyrus) age 5 I've had him since he was a pup and he lives in harmony with my brothers pit bull which I also brought home as a pup he's 15, I love all animals , my life has practically been a zoo. I also like to rescue animals when I get the chance.I am trying make a career out of caring and helping animals so I am applying to shelters so that I can care for animals full time. If you wish to know more don't hesitate to ask. My schedule is open at the moment so I have more time to spend taking care of your fur babies. I do pet sit, as well as check-ins and walks.I'm a dedicated animal lover with experience caring for pets of all shapes and sizes. I'm reliable, responsible, and passionate about providing the best possible care for your furry friends I know that for my dogs I provide the best possible food and hygiene care And I know that each individual pet requires specific needs and diets so I adhere to my clients preferences
“Annie was an incredible introduction to using Rover for my little pup! He’s only 9 weeks old and Annie handled him as if he were her own. She went above and beyond and I definitely recommend her.”
“Liz was awesome! We had our dogs sitter cancel at the last minute and were very stressed, Liz put all the worry at ease. She was communicative, and the dogs seemed like they didn't even realize we had been gone. Knowing that we could enjoy our trip because our dogs were safe and happy was amazing. Will definitely work with her again!!”
“I had a wonderful experience with Klaudia! She was punctual, attentive, and so sweet to my pup. She followed all instructions perfectly and kept me updated throughout the stay. Highly recommend!”
“She's the best! My pup loves her and is comfortable around her. She's taken care of him a few times now and I know he's in good hands and is well taken care of!”
“Camille, is the absolute GOAT of dog care. She spent plenty of time hanging with them, sent me pictures multiple times a day with hilarious captions, and showed them lots of love. She absolutely went above and beyond, my boys love her. Thanks Camille, you rock!”
“We booked Ariel on short notice (family thing) She was amazing. What a blessing and relief to have such a nice, thoughtful sitter. THANK YOU ARIEL!”
About: My name is Daniella. I am 24 years old and working with animals is what my life is about. All my life I have had my own pets and I have also worked at an animal hospital for the past 8 years! I am a college graduate with a degree in Biology and I’m here to make sure your fur babies are happy and safe! I have lots of experience with animals and I love any kind. You have a cat? No problem! 5 dogs? (It’s okay I do too!) consider me to watch your lovely animals! I promise that I won’t let you down! I am currently a full time vet tech! I am free pretty much every Sunday and Wednesday and Saturday afternoons after 3pm. I am off some Mondays as well. I would love to be able to work with your schedule as well! Bringing pets into my home won’t always be an option for me but I am more than happy to stay at your home to watch your fur babies! I have 2 dogs and 2 cats myself so bringing in other pets does not always work well for my little guysz
“Ashley went above what we expected to make sure our Golden Retriever got plenty of playtime and exercise. She sent us plenty of pictures and communicated regularly. We will definitely use Ashley again!”
“Yulissa provided great care for my dog Avery. She was flexible and responsive and provided regular updates. I would definitely recommend Yulissa to any dog parent!”
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.
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1. ray r.
“Ray took photos of my cat while he was here with cute descriptions. The photos reassured me of my cat's well being. Ray is a very attentive sitter and punctual too.”
2. Diane B.
“Diane was such a blessing. She has a really sweet and caring demeanor and we knew right away she was the right sitter to watch our fur babies. In our week long trip she took great care of our home and 2 dogs and kept in touch throughout our trip. We feel relieved to have found her and will definitely rebook with her. Thank you Diane!!”
3. April S.
“April is responsive, personable, and friendly. She stayed in our home and took great care of our cat and dog, who can be anxious and high-strung at times. We enjoyed getting pictures and updates while we were away. Highly recommend!”
4. Coleen T.
“Coleen was caring, professional, and fast to respond. Our dogs absolutely adore her and were sad to see her leave. She easily managed 3 large dogs without issue. We had Coleen in-house sit them overnight for our big day and can't recommend her enough!”
5. Jillian L.
“Jillian watched our two dachshunds for a weekend and she was fantastic - friendly and easy to communicate with, very punctual. We are looking forward to having her watch them again!”
6. Renee S.
“Amazing experience! Diogi really bonded with Renee! Would definitely have her again.”
7. Andrea C.
“Andrea did a phenomenal job! She has exceptional communication skills. I was constantly updated with great pictures of my happy pups. She spent plenty of time with them. She went above and beyond to ensure they were well taken care of and loved. I am always a bit nervous leaving Teddy and Ace for several days but she made it a seamless vacation. I am confident your pets will be in good hands! I would recommend Erika to anyone.”
8. Jo D.
“This was my 1st time leaving my dog for a long weekend and I couldn’t have chosen a better caregiver for him. My Murphy is a rescue & has some anxiety issues but Jo handled him with patience, understanding and love. She tapped in to her knowledge of dogs and put both myself & Murphy at ease. She tried a few new toys/treats with him which he loved and sent me plenty of pics and videos of Murphy throughout the weekend. I would highly recommend her and would definitely use her services again.”
9. Jamie Q.
“Jamie is a super star at our house. She watched my old cat for a few days and he instantly felt comfortable around her. I’m definitely booking her services again, and you should too!”
10. Sergio R.
“Sergio was a pleasure! He was responsible, friendly and my cat babies loved him! He went above and beyond for them and communicated efficiently with us. Definitely our go to for catcare!”
11. Annie L.
“Annie was an incredible introduction to using Rover for my little pup! He’s only 9 weeks old and Annie handled him as if he were her own. She went above and beyond and I definitely recommend her.”
12. Liz D.
“Liz was awesome! We had our dogs sitter cancel at the last minute and were very stressed, Liz put all the worry at ease. She was communicative, and the dogs seemed like they didn't even realize we had been gone. Knowing that we could enjoy our trip because our dogs were safe and happy was amazing. Will definitely work with her again!!”
13. Klaudia R.
“I had a wonderful experience with Klaudia! She was punctual, attentive, and so sweet to my pup. She followed all instructions perfectly and kept me updated throughout the stay. Highly recommend!”
14. Karolly Z.
“She's the best! My pup loves her and is comfortable around her. She's taken care of him a few times now and I know he's in good hands and is well taken care of!”
15. Camille S.
“Camille, is the absolute GOAT of dog care. She spent plenty of time hanging with them, sent me pictures multiple times a day with hilarious captions, and showed them lots of love. She absolutely went above and beyond, my boys love her. Thanks Camille, you rock!”
16. Ariel R.
“We booked Ariel on short notice (family thing) She was amazing. What a blessing and relief to have such a nice, thoughtful sitter. THANK YOU ARIEL!”
17. Daniella C.
“Daniella is a true animal lover, she is dependable and responsible. Your pets would be in great hands with Daniella, she would take care of your pets as if they were her own. .”
18. Ashley L.
“Ashley went above what we expected to make sure our Golden Retriever got plenty of playtime and exercise. She sent us plenty of pictures and communicated regularly. We will definitely use Ashley again!”
19. Yulissa C.
“Yulissa provided great care for my dog Avery. She was flexible and responsive and provided regular updates. I would definitely recommend Yulissa to any dog parent!”
20. nicole v.
“Nicole takes great care of my pups! She is energetic and caring, I really couldn’t recommend her enough to take care of your furry friends!”
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Sitters in River Grove average 4 repeat house sitting clients
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in River Grove on Rover as of Jun 2025 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Jun 2025, there are 7,346 house sitters in River Grove. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 84% of River Grove house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in River Grove have an average of 13 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in River Grove.
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. River Grove 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
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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 house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
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