Pet Sitting in Rockford
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“Jordyn did such a great job with our pups! Her booking was our first experience with Rover, and it was absolutely flawless! Great communication while we were out of town and great care for our dogs, I would highly recommend her!”
“She did great with my cats, even got my little guy to take his medicine that he usually will only take if I specifically give it to him. She provided great feedback and photos of the visits and followed their care instructions perfectly. I highly recommend booking with Leah!”
“Addison has been taking care of our fur babies fur about 2 weeks. It was love at first sight for our rescue that is terrified of everything, including children, and her own reflection. Addison is absolutely wonderful and goes above and beyond to refill their water dish and make sure they are happy babies! She provides excellent updates daily when she checks in. I’m so glad we were able to find her!”
“Heather was great! We’re so grateful she was able to help out last minute! She took great care of our dog Paul and cat Melon - she kept us updated throughout. Would definitely book again!”
“Sophia was great! I had them check on my cat Pepper while I was away for the holidays. I worry about my cat being alone so much when I'm gone, and it was great to see daily photos to assure me she was safe and being taken good care of. Pepper looked happy and playful in the photos and it was nice to see that Sophia took the time to play and snuggle with her, in addition to giving food and water. Thanks Sophia for taking such good care of my baby!”
About: I have a Great Pyrenees lab mix who is very friendly and loves every dog he meets. I have experience walking and caring for large and small dogs. I have cared for many of my neighbors and friends dogs and they have always said I am reliable and make the best pet sitter! I have experience with young dogs and can assist with continuing ongoing training. I am available in my free time to assist with dog boarding, dog day care or dog walking. Let me know your needs and will see if I can accommodate. I would care for your dog as if it were my own. I am attentive to your dogs needs and can provide a safe loving environment for your dog.
“Ven is a great sitter! I was really nervous about leaving my cat with a sitter because she is a bit shy and needed daily medication, but Ven did so amazing with her. They stayed in communication with me and didn’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. I would absolutely recommend Ven to anyone looking for care for their pets!”
“Jeffrey was great to our two cats and made sure they were well taken care of. We loved the photo updates and fixed my issue with my litter robot, to boot! Will definitely request his services again!”
About: I bring a chill, attentive vibe to pet and house sitting, with 10 years of creative problem-solving. Your dog gets personalized love, daily updates, and a cozy space. My flexible schedule ensures constant care, keeping your home safe and your pup happy while you're away. As a Rover sitter, I blend pet care into my flexible daily routine, prioritizing walks, feeding, and playtime. Weekly, I ensure consistent attention, cuddles, and home upkeep for your dog's happiness. I take my dog Kenai on walks twice a day and provide him with a personalized meal plan. I give him medicine daily to help with his hip dysplasia and provide tons of cuddles.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs from less than a year old to 15 years old! Family and friends rely on my to spend time with their pets and care for them frequently I love spending time with pets when I am not teaching and spending time with kids! It is a great way for me to stay busy and active! I have a fenced yard with a friendly 6 year old black lab and cat in the home. I love to take dogs on walks and play with them!
“Suzanne was great with our two cats! Very friendly and responsive throughout the stay from start to finish. I highly recommend working with Suzanne if you need someone to look after your four legged friends”
About: I started providing pet care for family, neighbors and friends at a very young age. I’ve had several pets of my own throughout the years including both dogs and cats. I enjoy drop-in visits and walks! I’m also open to discuss any other services your pet may need. I’m capable of handling dogs of all sizes! I have the availability to increase my involvement in providing pet services and can accommodate most schedule requests. What better way to combine a passion of mine while earning a little bit of income! My pets have always been treated like family members. They deserve love, attention and overall proper care. Walks, playtime, yummy food, water, grooming, etc. I’m responsible, trustworthy and will honor all rules/requests regarding your pets and property.
About: I have loved dogs of all sizes my entire life but usually I say the bigger the dog the better! I have worked in a wide variety of animal care facilities including a doggy daycare, animal shelter and most recently a vet clinic working as a vet assistant. The older animals and the ones that may have some extra special needs have a special place in my heart! I am currently working full time but I usually have three days off a week and am available on Sundays and varying days during the week. I am also available in the afternoons. My family currently has three dogs at home one nine year old senior dog and two other dogs under the age of 3. All are larger more energetic dogs.
About: As a nanny for many years, I have looked after many pets not my own. Since becoming a teacher, I miss walking and caring for animals. I'd like to do that again. I am a teacher, so I have limited time during the week, but am free nights, weekends and during the summer. I can pet sit during the week if you are close to my school (south hill) and only need short, infrequent walks during the school day. Other than that, my schedule is wide open. I let the client's needs dictate how I provide care for their pets. Every animal is different and each client has different expectations. I strive to meet those needs and exceed those expectations.
About: I have had a goldendoodle for 12 years and grew up having animals. I am a teacher during the year and on my breaks I love to pet sit! I am a teacher during the school year and on breaks I love to petsit. I love the outdoors and going on walks. My kids will usually be with with and they love animals as well. I will come to your home and show your animal all the love while you are away. I will take them for walks and give them lots of pets and snuggles and send you updates.
About: I’ve been taking care of peoples animals since I was 15. I have always love hanging out with animals so it was the perfect fit I just moved back to Spokane and don’t have too much going on at the moment. I have a lot of free time and am excited to work with animals. I like to make sure they get plenty of time playing whether that’s a walk or just playing fetch or running around with them for a bit.
“Macie did a great job checking in on our golden retriever, Max! Max is high energy and is excitable with new people inside his house. Macie handled that well and followed all instructions we gave her. I also appreciated how she offered to do a meet and greet before hand!”
About: Always had pets of my own. That includes dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, hamsters, and chickens. I have had dogs in my family with diabetes and arthritis so am willing and able to give medication if needed I currently work 4 days a week on the south hill in Spokane. I have 3 days off and if working, am off work by noon I have 2 dogs, 5 cats, and a handful of chickens at home currently. They range in ages from 5 months to 18 years. I am not able to host
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Jordyn B.Star Sitter
“Jordyn did such a great job with our pups! Her booking was our first experience with Rover, and it was absolutely flawless! Great communication while we were out of town and great care for our dogs, I would highly recommend her!”
Leah R.Star Sitter
“She did great with my cats, even got my little guy to take his medicine that he usually will only take if I specifically give it to him. She provided great feedback and photos of the visits and followed their care instructions perfectly. I highly recommend booking with Leah!”
Emma T.Star Sitter
“Emma dig a great job with my 2 dogs! She walked Pearl and played with Wilbur and sent nice photos. The dogs were contented and calm when I got home. Thank you so much!”
Addison M.Star Sitter
“Addison has been taking care of our fur babies fur about 2 weeks. It was love at first sight for our rescue that is terrified of everything, including children, and her own reflection. Addison is absolutely wonderful and goes above and beyond to refill their water dish and make sure they are happy babies! She provides excellent updates daily when she checks in. I’m so glad we were able to find her!”
Heather A.
“Heather was great! We’re so grateful she was able to help out last minute! She took great care of our dog Paul and cat Melon - she kept us updated throughout. Would definitely book again!”
Sophia D.
“Sophia was great! I had them check on my cat Pepper while I was away for the holidays. I worry about my cat being alone so much when I'm gone, and it was great to see daily photos to assure me she was safe and being taken good care of. Pepper looked happy and playful in the photos and it was nice to see that Sophia took the time to play and snuggle with her, in addition to giving food and water. Thanks Sophia for taking such good care of my baby!”
Liz S.
About: I have a Great Pyrenees lab mix who is very friendly and loves every dog he meets. I have experience walking and caring for large and small dogs. I have cared for many of my neighbors and friends dogs and they have always said I am reliable and make the best pet sitter! I have experience with young dogs and can assist with continuing ongoing training. I am available in my free time to assist with dog boarding, dog day care or dog walking. Let me know your needs and will see if I can accommodate. I would care for your dog as if it were my own. I am attentive to your dogs needs and can provide a safe loving environment for your dog.
Ven R.
“Ven is a great sitter! I was really nervous about leaving my cat with a sitter because she is a bit shy and needed daily medication, but Ven did so amazing with her. They stayed in communication with me and didn’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. I would absolutely recommend Ven to anyone looking for care for their pets!”
Jeffrey P.
“Jeffrey was great to our two cats and made sure they were well taken care of. We loved the photo updates and fixed my issue with my litter robot, to boot! Will definitely request his services again!”
Andrew K.
“Andrew is quite a good fit for taking care of animals. He seems to be pretty passionate and goes out of his way to provide care and happiness for any animals.”
Amy T.
“Amy has taken care of my dog many times and it has been great. I have never had any issues and my dog loves when Amy takes care of her. Knowing that I can rely on Amy to care for her when I am unavailable gives me peace of mind that she will be loved and cared for as if she was with me. I would highly recommend Amy. Thank you”
Suzanne A.Star Sitter
“Suzanne was great with our two cats! Very friendly and responsive throughout the stay from start to finish. I highly recommend working with Suzanne if you need someone to look after your four legged friends”
Joy R.
“Joy is the person I trust most with my 75 lb. Sheepadoodle. She herself has owned a Sheeper and also now a very tiny dog, so she understands various sizes and needs of breeds. Once when my dog escaped from my care and bolted, she went all in to catch him and bring him home. Loves animals. Flexible. Responsible. You will appreciate her so much.”
Shelby M.
“Shelby loves animals!! She has experience working with dogs & cats in a daycare setting and animal shelter. Shelby is very responsible and trustworthy. I would be lucky to have her care for my animals.”
Tamela R.
“Tamela is my sister and roommate, she's a kind, dependable, and gentle soul who loves animals. She helps care for my two dogs on a regular basis, making sure they feel safe and loved, and regularly takes them on walks, just because. She’s the kind of person who thinks about their needs even when she’s out running errands - picking up treats or toys she knows they’ll enjoy. Her calm, nurturing presence puts both pets and people at ease, and her attention to detail makes her incredibly trustworthy. Any pet would be lucky to be in her care!”
Nicole C.
“Nicole is the most responsible person ive ever met. She will treat your animal like her own and do everything she can to keep them safe and happy”
Jordan N.
“Jordan is AMAZING!! She took wonderful care of my 2 babes and followed the instructions I left for her flawlessly while this mama went on vacation. I will definitely rebook!”
Connor P.
About: I’ve been taking care of peoples animals since I was 15. I have always love hanging out with animals so it was the perfect fit I just moved back to Spokane and don’t have too much going on at the moment. I have a lot of free time and am excited to work with animals. I like to make sure they get plenty of time playing whether that’s a walk or just playing fetch or running around with them for a bit.
Macie S.Star Sitter
“Macie did a great job checking in on our golden retriever, Max! Max is high energy and is excitable with new people inside his house. Macie handled that well and followed all instructions we gave her. I also appreciated how she offered to do a meet and greet before hand!”
Jessica P.
“Jessica is the best! We are totally comfortable with her taking care of our four dogs and two cats when we're on vacation. She is reliable, friendly and our animals love her!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Rockford 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 224 pet sitters in Rockford. 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, 91% of Rockford pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Rockford have an average of 16 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Rockford.
Rover makes it easy to find Rockford 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 224 pet sitters in Rockford on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Rockford, 94% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 81% offer medication administration, and 100% 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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