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Sitter Profile Image: Pamela W.
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Pamela W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
100 reviews
36 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62703

Pamela was a dream for our babies and we are so thankful we found her! She sent plenty of photos and kept me updated the entire week she kept them. I couldn’t recommend her enough!

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Leslie S.
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Sarah & Todd M.
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$48
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4.8 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
15 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62712

Was great experience for Remington, was great to be able to meet them before and have Remington check out the new place. He made couple new friends and enjoyed himself and was well cared for.

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Laurel M.
Sitter Profile Image: Vernita A.
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Vernita A.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

I would HIGHLY recommend Vernita. She goes above and beyond to make sure your pet is well cared for and is having a fun and enriching time while you’re away. She sent me so many cute photo and video updates of my dog throughout his stay, helping to put my mind at ease. I will absolutely book Vernita again for pet sitting in the future!

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Karen G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
251 reviews
112 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Chatham, IL, 62629

Karen was so accommodating and great to our pups! She sent a lot of photos and reassured us that they were in good hands. Can’t wait to send our pups with her in the future!

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Sarah O.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
124 reviews
45 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

Sarah was great with our dog and provided plenty of updates that we enjoyed. She was also flexible with us when some of our travel plans changed. Would book with her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kimberly & Ramzan R.
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Kimberly & Ramzan R.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
54 reviews
12 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

Kim was great with Chase! He was so in love with her 6yr old son, I was informed they loved on each other all weekend ☺️. They really made me comfortable leaving him, Chase is the only dog and can get really anxious around strangers but he did GREAT! She kept me updated and with pics 😊, addressed all my concerns. Would highly recommended her and Penny, I will definitely be back if I ever need a sitter again!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kristen W.
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Kristen W.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Decatur, IL, 62526

Here’s a polished positive review you could use: Kristen was absolutely wonderful watching my two boy dogs while I was on vacation. She was friendly, reliable, and very communicative throughout the entire stay, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. She kept me updated regularly and was always quick to respond to messages. Most importantly, my boys absolutely loved her! It was clear they were well cared for, happy, and comfortable in her care. I would highly recommend Kristen to anyone looking for a trustworthy and attentive pet sitter, and I would gladly book with her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kari H.
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Kari H.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
132 reviews
36 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62711

Kari is so wonderful with the animals she cares for. I could tell by the way my dog Ruger acted as soon as he entered her home. Usually when I pick him up, he let's me know that he's not pleased I was gone, but after a stay with Kari he is totally calm and happy. Thanks for taking such great care of my boy!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lyndee F.
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Lyndee F.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

Beans always seems to have a great time with Lyndee! He loves her house and gets plenty of love. I have peace of mind leaving him with her when we go away!

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Sitter Profile Image: Anna K.
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Anna K.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
14 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62712

Very communicative, flexible, and definitely will book again! Thank you for having Wicket!

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Sitter Profile Image: Shannon R.
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Shannon R.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
12 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Riverton, IL, 62561

Shannon picked up and dropped off Buddy (as I cannot drive). She sent a few notes letting me know he was adjusting and eating well. She assured me he was "a Good Boy" while he was on vacation!

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Anne M.
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Kyle & Lyndzie V.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Loami, IL, 62661

It was comforting to know that Pepper was in a comfortable space, room to run outside, with plenty of people and pup friends to keep him occupied while we were on vacation! Kyle and Lyndzie sent lots of updates throughout the week too! Gave us peace of mind and we would definitely book with them again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Brooklynn L.
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Brooklynn L.
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$45
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4.9 out of 5 stars
66 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Decatur, IL, 62522

About: I have spent my entire life caring for animals. Throughout my life I have had many animals from birds and Guinea pigs to cats and dogs. Koda, my youngest dog was completely trained by me in German commands. Working with dogs to learn new things is one of my favorite things to do. My oldest dog, Motley is a senior and the past couple years I have become very educated and trained on administration of medication and post surgery care. With experience from my own pets, I have many reliable references I have gained over the years that can vouch for me on my loving, dedicated, and superior care with their fur babies. I am currently a nanny and have almost completely open availability. I work Monday through Thursday during the day but can still do visits anytime! And I’m off Friday through Sunday so anytime those days as well! When visiting your home I am happy to provide any services you may need for your pet. This includes special feeding instructions, medication distribution, daily walks, baths, guaranteed playtime, and more all while treating them as my own with so much love! I am also happy to do drop in visits while you are at work or walks to get your babies steps in.

Sitter Profile Image: Samantha I.
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Samantha I.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
74 reviews
35 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

About: I have had animals from the time I was a toddler. I have cared for small and large dogs, cats, lizards, rabbits, fish, gerbils, and various farm animals. I will love and care for your animals like my own! I have plenty of availability to care for your animals, just call me or send me a message and I can get to you asap! I will respect your home and make sure the animals are cared for as well as I care for my own! If you need me to clean up anything, I can do that as well. A clean environment always helps me have a fresh mindset!

Sitter Profile Image: Ashley W.
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Ashley W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
15 years of experience
Chatham, IL, 62629

Ashley was absolutely amazing with Ark! He is a young, high-energy puppy who can definitely be a handful, but she took such great care of him and kept me updated throughout his stay. It was clear that she was patient, attentive, and genuinely cared about his well-being. Ark came home happy, healthy, and tired—which is not an easy accomplishment! I also really appreciated how welcoming she was and how comfortable she made the whole experience. I would trust her with Ark again without hesitation and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter. Thank you so much for everything, Ashley!

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Sitter Profile Image: Samuel & Kraig W.
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Samuel & Kraig W.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
25 years of experience
Pawnee, IL, 62558

Thank you!

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Sitter Profile Image: Madalyn S.
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Madalyn S.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Waverly, IL, 62692

Both of my dogs really enjoyed their stay at Madi’s and she took great care of them! We will definitely be using Madi for all of our future dog sitting needs.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kassidy S.
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Kassidy S.
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$38
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Springfield, IL, 62711

I'm so glad I picked Kassidy to board Beta while I was out of town! She was nearly the perfect dogsitter.

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Sitter Profile Image: Erica W.
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Erica W.
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$27
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19 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62711

About: I have experience fostering dogs with the animal shelter APL and have a small toy poodle of my own. He is very friendly with other dogs and loves to play. I love dogs and would love to have the opportunity to watch dogs and take care of others! I am open to watching dogs for a couple hours, a day, or even a couple of days if that is what is needed. My house has a small backyard and I am also available to do drop ins at the dogs own home. The area is very quiet and would be comfortable for another dog to be in. If I am caring for someone else's dog I plan on being home for the time I'm watching the dog so that it will be well taken care of. I’m currently only working part time so I have plenty of time to spend with your animals. I am available early mornings or early afternoons to give your animal a break during the workday! I am also available any time on the weekends. I have a fenced in yard and 2 friendly dogs to keep your dog company. I have a toy poodle and a golden retriever. I can also do drops in to walk or play with your dog as well!

Sitter Profile Image: Megan S.
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Megan S.
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$35
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4.8 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
9 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Lincoln, IL, 62656

She was wonderful with Radar! Had no problems, walks went well, even got pictures of his stay. She kept us up to date on how he was doing on his stay. We did not have worry one bit. We are definitely using her again for future stays for Radar. Highly recommend her!

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Rochester is $38

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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Rochester on Rover is $42.8 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding 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 Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 47 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Rochester. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

Sitters may also include daily walks in the neighborhood during your dog's boarding stay. You can also request photo and message updates throughout so you can see which local landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Rochester home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Rochester.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Rochester sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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.

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 .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in IL ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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