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Sitter Profile Image: Theresa W.
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Theresa W.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 73 reviews
32 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Urbana, IL, 61802

“I thought Theresa was completely outstanding. She really went above and beyond taking care of my two larger dogs, who both need a little extra hand-holding. She even took the time to hand-feed my younger, anxious dog to make sure she was eating and was comfortable. She was also really aware of the fact that my dogs can be territorial around food and made sure the environment was safe and worked for what they each needed. I also thought she did a fantastic job gauging the safety of the environment and paying attention to the weather. We had a heatwave this weekend, and she was really tuned in to the dogs during their outdoor walks and made sure they were safe and comfortable. I loved the photo updates, too. And I don't know if this is just a normal Rover feature, but it was really fun being able to see the routes she took while walking them! Communication was absolutely perfect throughout the whole stay. I also really appreciated the time she took to come to our home beforehand, meet the dogs, and meet us as a family. She asked thoughtful questions and really took the time to understand our dogs and what they needed, which gave me a lot of confidence going into the weekend. My two dogs are very special and very beloved, but they are also high-care, high-anxiety dogs who need a lot of reassurance and attention. Theresa was wonderful with them, and I would absolutely have her care for them again. I highly recommend her!”

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David S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 54 reviews
14 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Urbana, IL, 61801

“David was incredible!! This is my first time using Rover and being away from my girl since I adopted her, so I was very nervous about leaving her and didn’t exactly know the process on Rover. David was extremely caring, knew exactly how to ease my worries, sent the best pictures, and was an amazing communicator. I was confident knowing my cat was in the best hands while I was away, and I will definitely be booking again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Emma F.
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Emma F.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
5 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Sidney, IL, 61877

“Emma's been coming to our home a few days a week to let my two puppies out. She's been great. She's super professional and our puppies seem happy too! Highly recommend her.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Michelle R.
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Michelle R.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 67 reviews
28 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Champaign, IL, 61820

“Michelle was great with our pup, Duke! Duke can be a handful and was recovering from surgery while Michelle was here. We thought he might be confused and anxious while we were out. But he took to Michelle right away and was responding to commands before we even walked out the door. Michelle sent us pictures of him calm and snoozing while we were out too. Michelle was on time, personable, and friendly. We plan to book again in the future!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaylee S.
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Kaylee S.
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$11
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Urbana, IL, 61801

“Kaylee did a great job and was very patient with my stubborn bulldogs!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Rebecca B.
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Rebecca B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Ogden, IL, 61859

“Our Lucy is a pandemic dog who gets very sad when she is alone. Our Alexa notifies us of her mournful cries. However, with just 2 visits a day Rebecca divided her with enough engagement and affection that we never received even one notification over a 3 day period!! You brought games for Lucy to play and loved on her like she was her own.l She brought games for Lucy to play and loved on her like she was her own. We are entering our older years and Lucy is a young dog. There are some rules that we have for her so that she does not become too exuberant for our aging bodies. Rebecca, listened to those closely when she met us and reinforced them for us, when she was here. That is very important to us for Lucy's overall training and for us being able to keep her for a long time. When we did the meet and greet with Rebecca, Lucy formed an attachment to her. We used Rebecca's name often during that visit. When I told Lucy that we were leaving for 3 days, her ears went down - when I told her Rebecca was coming to visit her ears perked up.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Brianna J.
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Brianna J.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Savoy, IL, 61874

“Bri was great with my pets and was an excellent communicator.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Brenna F.
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Brenna F.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
8 years of experience
Urbana, IL, 61801

About: I’ve owned both cats and dogs from a young age. I also have previously worked at a boarding and grooming facility, and have volunteered at local humane societies. I am currently part-time and have extensive availability. Just make sure to check with me about extended house visits or reoccurring appointments, and I will let you know my schedule ahead of time! I have experience with many different temperaments of pets and can accommodate to whatever the needs of the pet or the owner, just let me know in advance!

Sitter Profile Image: Ashley K.
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Ashley K.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Urbana, IL, 61802

“Ashley took great care of our cats while we were on vacation. She did drop ins to feed and check on them so they could stay at home while we were away. Thanks, Ashley!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley G.
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Ashley G.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Champaign, IL, 61820

About: I provide exceptional care and have much love for dogs and all animals. I’ve been taking care of dogs my entire life, and love walking, feeding, and spending time with them. I have worked with dogs all ages and don’t mind puppy energy. I am reliable and responsible and will be there when asked, and treat your pet and house with respect. I am currently a college student and have plenty of time for pet care. I don’t mind stopping in 1-3 times a day to entertain, take care, feed, and/or walk your pets. I will treat your pet and house with kindness and respect. I have pleanty of patience and energy and love playing with pets. I will make sure your pet has all needs taken care of.

Sitter Profile Image: Rachel V.
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Rachel V.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Urbana, IL, 61801

“Rachel was such a caring and kind sitter for our two precious kitties. We are very grateful to have found Rachel and plan on hiring her for future pet sitting needs! She did everything we asked and more, and really spent time trying to get to know and understand our cats, which we appreciated. She sent great updates with every drop in visit. We came home to two very happy kitties who were well taken care of and appreciated Rachel’s care, too. Thanks so much!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Katie S.
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Katie S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
7 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Urbana, IL, 61802

“I truly appreciated Katie to take care of my kitties when I was away. She loves my cats and my cats love her. They get along well at greet- meet section to understand my cats' habbits. I highly recommend Katie for taking care of your lovely pets when you are away. Thank you so much, Katie. Thank for the kitties' portraits in my kitchen. You are gifted and talented with arts and caring pets. Wish you all the best.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Abigail G.
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Abigail G.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
11 years of experience
Urbana, IL, 61801

About: I have worked at a vet clinic for 5 years as a vet assistant so I’m very knowledgeable in the field. I have taken care of family dogs and 1 personal dog. I’ll be available Tuesday after 3:30pm, Thursdays after 12:30pm, and some weekends until October 14th. I’ll have a different schedule after that as I’ll be in a different stage of vet school. Please feel free to message me about a time! I will only be available to go over to the client’s house. I will treat your pet with respect and how I treat my baby.

Sitter Profile Image: Ryan F.
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Ryan F.
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$20
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1 repeat client
16 years of experience
Urbana, IL, 61801

About: I grew up taking care of our family dogs, cats, birds, fish, guinea pigs, snakes, tarantulas, and horses. With my love and closeness to animals growing up, I continued into the veterinary medicine world after high school and have worked within clinic settings for the past 7 years! I am experienced and comfortable with administering both oral and injectable medications, bathing, and much more. I plan to become a certified veterinary technician as well in the near future. While I do work full time during the week, I am still often able to accommodate multiple visits a day due to my lunch break! I don’t mind an early morning to make sure your pets are taken care of before the workday either. Because mid-day visits are on my break, the time I will be available for these visit will be dependent on the travel time. As my apartment is too small to accommodate any dogs or additional cats, I would be treating your home with the utmost respect! It’s your (and especially your pet’s) safe space, and that needs to be protected. I will always clean up after any messes if they are made by your pet and reach out to make sure you’re aware!

Sitter Profile Image: Suzanne A.
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Suzanne A.
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$15
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16 years of experience
Urbana, IL, 61802

About: Long time pet owner of a Yorkie who recently passed at the age of 16 and rescued cat for 14 years. Senior and puppy/kitty care. I just retired. I have a part-time after school job so I have day time, overnight and some weekends available to come to your home. I recently lost my Yorkie of 16 years. She was loved and taken care of and I'll take good care of yours in your home

Sitter Profile Image: Michael D.
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Michael D.
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$18
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48 years of experience
Urbana, IL, 61802

About: I cherish the time I’ve spent caring for cats and dogs and interacting with them has been fulfilling and a fantastic addition to my life. Caring for my dogs and cats, enjoying the love and attention you receive in return for your efforts is a wonderful addition to the human experience I really like taking my dogs for exercise, and I have a big imagination and enjoy coming up with interesting ways to play inside in inclement weather

Sitter Profile Image: Kylie L.
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Kylie L.
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$22
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Champaign, IL, 61820

“Kylie is amazing!! This is our second time booking with her and we will definitely use her again! She even went an extra visit cause we have some naughty cats which we were so so grateful for!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Valerie F.
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Valerie F.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Urbana, IL, 61801

“Valerie was amazing with Whiskey! She was very attentive, kind, and kept us updated with lots of pictures and messages which gave us so much peace of mind. We could tell Whiskey was well cared for and loved. We highly recommend Valerie!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly A.
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Kelly A.
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$18
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
30 years of experience
Champaign, IL, 61820

About: Greetings! First - thank you for considering me and my services. I have been a pet owner all my life, and have been the proud parent of hamsters, fish, cats, dogs, and a rabbit! I'm also a responsible house sitter, having been both a homeowner and a renter, I understand the value of not just your pets, but your possessions, your mail and plants, the cozy space of your home, the relationships with your neighbors. I have provided these services for friends and families for most of my life. I have always loved animals and I have always owned pets, been a member of dog parks and puppy play groups, and I volunteered for the Champaign Humane Society for many years. I have also had pets with medication needs, so I am experienced in that area. For years I also groomed my own dogs, and I know that each pet has its own needs, preferences, and personalities. Finally, I recently lost my dog of 15 years, and although I now live somewhere that does not allow pets, I need animals in my life! From my own experience of being a Rover customer for many years, I also know how important it is to pet sit within your home with no disruption to your pet's routine or surroundings. I'm retired, so I can be flexible with your scheduling needs for both your pets and your home. I'm both an early riser and a night owl, so whatever works for you also works for me! I have been both a renter and homeowner, so I know how valuable your pets are, but also your cozy home, your plants, mail, and relationships with your neighbors. I have owned a bunny, hamsters, cats and dogs. But I also have an affinity for birds and reptiles. I have provided services for friends and family most of my life, now I just want to bring in a bit of extra cash to supplement social security. I'm also mainly a homebody, so if your home or your pets need extra care or a lot of time, I'm fully available.

Sitter Profile Image: Lydia K.
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Lydia K.
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$13
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15 years of experience
Champaign, IL, 61820

About: I’ve grown up surrounded by animals with a variety of cats and dogs. I’ve learned a lot through fostering pets and volunteer work. I am very passionate about working with and caring for animals! I am a college student currently in Champaign. I have class during the day but have plenty of time to work with animals in my free time! I am willing to come over and take care of your pets depending on their needs! I am also open to dog walking and other services. I do have my own pets at home so I do not offer services in my own home.

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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Saint Joseph on Rover is $33.3 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

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

As of September 2026, there are 345 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Saint Joseph. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Saint Joseph stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

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 .

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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Saint Joseph. On Rover:

  • 100% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 90% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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