Pet Sitting in Rockford

“This was my first time using Rover, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience! Gidget is a very caring and conscientious person with great communication skills. She not only took amazing care of my two cats, Bristol and Luna, but she did it during a winter storm which caused my house to lose water for two days. I had told her that my girls were extremely shy, and that she might never see them, but Gidget was determined to win them over. I was very impressed by the amount of progress she made with them in just a short period of time. When I need someone to take care of my girls in the future, Gidget will definitely be the first sitter I contact.”

Nicole H.

“Great communication and I have used Cassandra's services many times. Very flexible as well. There are always pictures of our dog and updates on how she's doing. Thanks and I will be coming back if we need her services again.”

Devin B.

“Kymber has been great with our puppy Odin. He is a mastiff and she understands the breed as well at what needs to be done. Would definitely recommend”

Derek B.

“Great communication and excellent care. Thank you!”

Pavel B.

About: In addition to having dogs of various breeds for the majority of my life, I have been dogsitting for the last two years. I am also experienced with dogs of all ages and breeds as a result of working in dog daycare facilities and in grooming salons across the last three years. I also volunteer with the animal shelter in the area, so I know how important it is to meet dogs where they're at. I currently spend about one day a week volunteering with the local animal shelter, so my schedule is pretty flexible and I look forward to spending my time with your pets! I currently have two cats of my own, so I am unfortunately unable to bring any more pets into my own home. However, I am happy to enforce your pet's existing routine within the comfort of their home.

About: I’ve taken care of animals for many years and i love all kinds from little chihuahuas to big grate Danes! I would to look after your fur baby while you are away! :) i currently work full time but in my free time i can stop by and take care of your baby. I also have a very flexible schedule so whatever works i am usely free to adjust :) i live in an apartment that has an fenced in area for dogs. I also have a year old corgi who is very friendly! I can also crate your pet if needed

“She was great with our dog! Really went the extra mile when dog sitting. Took the dog out for walks and shared pictures when taking care of the dog!”

Caitlyn U.

About: I bring a reliable, detail-oriented approach to pet care with a background in healthcare and fitness. My husband and I are a very active family—we love long walks, hikes, and getting dogs outside for plenty of movement and enrichment. I’m equally patient with seniors or anxious pups who need a slower pace. I’m comfortable following routines, giving meds, supporting training, and keeping pets safe and calm while you’re away. I treat every animal like my own and communicate clearly so you always feel confident and updated. I have a flexible schedule that allows me to give pets consistent attention throughout the day. Since my husband and I are a very active family, daily walks and outdoor time fit naturally into our routine. I’m home often for studying and can easily accommodate morning, midday, and evening check-ins, walks, or playtime. Whether your pet needs quick potty breaks or longer adventures, I make sure they get the care, exercise, and companionship they need. Your pet’s safety and comfort are always my priority. I have a large fenced-in yard for secure outdoor play and two friendly dogs who love company—but I can easily crate or keep pets in separate rooms if they need their own space. I follow all routines closely, from feeding and meds to crate habits and training cues, and I keep a calm, clean environment whether I’m in your home or mine. My goal is for your pet to feel safe, comfortable, and cared for, with consistent communication so you always know how they’re doing.

“Crystal was so great! She took care of my senior and handicap dogs so well and I knew they were receiving such great love and care. I really appreciated the pictures she sent every visit. I will keep those forever.”

Jessica T.

“Very sweet person! She is very kind and picked up a shift on short notice! My poor dog gave her a scare when he jumped our fence, but she handled it!”

Conor O.

“Gretchen is my go to cat sitter. My cat loves her. Gretchen is great at communicating with me and sends pics to put my mind at ease. So grateful for her!”

James C.

About: Please do not use Rovers time frame feature to put in drop off / pick up info. I do not use it. I will not honor times put into this feature on Rover if you use it. See more info below. I have been a dog owner all my life. I have worked in an adoption center, participated in foster / adopt transportations, and have fostered. I have never been able to leave my furry friend with a boarding service for fear that something would happen or he would get lonely. So I understand how important it is to leave your pet with someone you trust to take care of him/her until you return. Your pet will be part of our family. I've never been restrictive to my pets so yours will be allowed as much freedom as you would like him/her to have. **Please note: I do NOT go by the time frames that Rover gives you. I have no way of showing my availability for each day, so when you put those in they may not match my actual availability. I will NOT honor those times since I have no control over them. Please make sure we finalize drop off times BEFORE booking a stay with me. I'm happy to work with you while I can for drop-offs and pickups, but there might be times when my schedule is not going to allow me to be as flexible. Right now I'm not currently accepting pick ups or drop offs on Thursday evenings after 5 pm or Sunday mornings. My husband and I are both active with our church and those times are dedicated to that. I'm also closed for drop offs and pick ups on Saturdays all day. While I have guests in my care during that time, it's my one day "off" each week to not be tethered to my house. I do have two children, an ten-year-old and a seven-year-old. Both are used to being around dogs, but for the safety of all involved, I require a meet and greet to make sure everyone gets along. Please see additional information about meet and greets below. When we leave the house, I will never leave your pets mixed with other pets. I'm happy to crate your dog if that's what they are used to or they will be given their own room while we're away. I will never leave your dog mixed unsupervised with my dog or other dogs I'm watching. Everyone's safety is my first priority. I can provide my cell so you can get in contact with me at any time. I also provide pictures/videos via text. I'm working on doing better to show them on Rover. One of the things I will tell you from the get go is my house gets a little crazy sometimes. I do my best to provide updates once a day while you're away. I also tell my clients to message me if they haven't heard from me and would like an update. I do my best to be responsive in a timely manner. However, I also expect my clients to understand that I do have a life outside of pet sitting and sometimes that life gets in the way of my being able to respond right away. Please show a little grace when asking for updates on your pet. We love them like our own so they just join in our family life which doesn't always include having my phone glued to my side. I'm a homemaker and homeschool mom. I am around a lot of the time and there is plenty of outside time for my guests. The reason my schedule may look blocked off is because of the time required for my guests, my kiddos, and my job. My husband also works from home full time now. He does assist with the pups sometimes but I do not rely on him for meet and greets, drop offs or pick ups. Crates are not required, but if your dog is used to being crated I can provide for that. I will also crate a dog if they are found to be destructive or are untrustworthy when we are out of the house. I also will not keep dogs that are food aggressive. I separate everyone to feed them because I understand the nature of most dogs is to be protective of food. However, if a dog shows aggression towards another dog when food is present or while we're in the kitchen around people food, that is not something I am comfortable with for safety reasons. We homeschool and I work from home so we're home a lot of the time. With that said, we do have lives and go places. I try to be as accommodating as possible, but please keep this in mind. Your pup will be integrated into our household with my own. We're in and out a lot so potty breaks and playtime naturally happen throughout the day. I provide overnight services out of my home as well as doggy day care. We have a fully fenced yard with an automatic locking gate to keep people from opening it when they come for pickup. When you come to my house, you'll park in my driveway and then enter through a double set of people gates to your left.

“Kelly did an excellent job with our kitties. She went above and beyond our expectations and also won the hearts of our girls! They will miss her but will be seeing her again for sure! Highly recommend Kelly.”

Celeste K.

“Betty provided drop in service for my pup Roxie for for 30 mins a day for 2 weeks. This was my first time utilizing Rover. Betty has such a kind, sweet spirit and you can easily tell within minutes of meeting that she loves animals! She was also flexible with activities requests that were modified due to changing weather. Roxie was thrilled to be able to play fetch in the backyard or go for walks (if/when it rained) mid day every day! Betty was very responsive and interactive by providing pics/videos during her daily visit. I will definitely contact her again when future needs arise!”

Cheryl G.

About: I’m a huge animal lover and have cared for pets my entire life. I currently have two cats and have had several dogs over the years, including my soulmate dog who passed about a year and a half ago. I often pet sit for friends when they go out of town and genuinely love spending time with animals. Whether it’s walks, drop-ins, playtime, or cuddles, I’ll care for your pets like they’re my own! I’m in nursing school, but it’s summertime, so no classes! I currently work part-time, so I’ll have plenty of opportunities to care for your pet! I’ll take care of your pets as if they’re my own, and I’ll follow all directions to the fullest! I understand the stress of going out of town or leaving your pets alone for extended periods of time, and I can help!

“Taylor was a delight to talk to, and showed a real love of animals. She gets my Bobby- he is the shy guy that loves to eat, but not one to hang out. She took helpful pictures and made my time away, peaceful.”

laura m.

About: I have had a dog as a family pet for my entire life, and I've personally taken care of family friends' pets since I was a preteen as well, so you could say I know my way around the species pretty well and I know that great pet owners mean they are treated as a member of the family. I will be communicative, respectful, and flexible with the owners and a caring new friend for the furry family member who's been left behind. I'm a teacher on holiday, so my first priority this summer is your pet, and I will absolutely ensure he or she is very well taken care of. Thank you in advance for your consideration, I am looking forward to taking care of your pet!

About: I've taken care of all kinds of pets from hamsters to great danes! neighbors, family, & friends have relied on me to take care of their pets by walking, feeding, cuddling, playing, or bathing them! I've always had a pet in my life to love and take care of I currently work as a nanny so my schedule is pretty flexible! I also go on walks daily so adding a little friend would be nothing but extra fun! I am happy to cater to any needs or schedule and help however I can! I am comfortable around all pets and am super excited!

“Sarah did a great job with my cats! Not only did she feed and take care of the litter, but she also was helpful with collecting my packages and mail for me while I was away. She also takes great photos of your pet while she is watching them!”

Ryan W.

“Thank you so much for taking care of our fur babies while we were up here on vacation!”

Lee L.