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Sitter Profile Image: Sherill & Patrick H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Princeton Heights, Belleville, IL, 62223

Sherill has been a huge help with getting our new puppy adjusted to being home without us during the day. Mabel loves her drop in visits and we appreciate her patience with the puppy energy over the first couple of weeks.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
11 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Swansea, IL, 62226

We’ve utilized Rachel’s drop-in visit service for our pug. Rachel is amazing & we love her. She is patient & caring of our dog & if there are any modifications that need to be made to the dog service reservation due to any unforeseen circumstances, she always contacts us in advance. 🩵

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Taj R.
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$13
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4 years of experience
Smithton, IL, 62285

About: Hello! My name is Taj! I have been pet sitting for about 2 years now. I also house sit! I am currently a medical assistant and college student with a BCLS and CPR certification. I have done volunteer work at shelters and at clinics including a medical and dental program in South Korea! Can't wait to meet you! I am able to dogwalk and pet sit anytime after 430pm on weekdays. Available every weekend as well! Available before 7am! I am also willing to do overnight care with both cats and dogs! I am available on the weekends whenever you need me! I follow the rules given to me specifically! Everyone's home rules are different and I make sure to respect that! After my experiences housesitting, I notice clients have specific needs for their pets, even if that is just what time they eat their dinner!

Sitter Profile Image: Alexis H.
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Alexis H.
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$13
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12 years of experience
Red Bud, IL, 62278

About: I’ve taken care of animals as small as rats and fish ranging to livestock since I was young! I have had all myself and they’ve all been spoiled and happy as long as I’m around. Your pets will be able to tell I’m an animal person and you’ll be relived to go away as your pets will be in great hands! I’m currently working part time at horse stables and still have plenty of time to go spend time home to care for my fur babies and my bigger outside babies lol. My life is technically revolves around my pets care and my part time job is taking care of huge animals that need extra attention, and before this I worked on a diary farm taking care of even bigger animals. at home I make do , I have a huge yard out in the country, I can use the electric collar if needed, leash, or off leash with recall as I do have a horse on the property and another dog and outside cats who they may chase. Any clients home I do the job I came to do and then I do anything extra to make the client feel as if I didn’t just do my job and actually enjoyed and felt comfortable with their pet taking a picture video giving treats extra pets and cuddles etc…

Sitter Profile Image: Evelyn F.
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Evelyn F.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
O'Fallon, IL, 62269

About: I've had my own cats for almost 6 years, I've volunteered at the Belleville Area Humane Society for around 4 months, and I do occasional dogsitting and housesitting for family friends when needed. I have a summer job that starts on May 26th, and I have training from 9-4 on May 17th and 23rd. I'm unsure of which days I'll be working yet, so I will let you know when I can what my schedule will be. I will be completely free on weekends aside from outside events. I appreciate detailed instructions on any specifics needed when caring for your pets, such as medications, feeding times, bathroom breaks, regular walks, or any other schedule they need.

Sitter Profile Image: Ciara B.
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Ciara B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
O'Fallon, IL, 62269

About: I have had a lifelong passion for animals and extensive hands-on experience caring for many different types. Growing up, I helped rescue animals and learned the importance of patience, compassion, and responsible care. I’ve owned and cared for a wide variety of animals ranging from chickens to horses, which gave me experience with different needs, temperaments, and daily routines. My love for animals also led me to participate in 4-H and FFA, where I continued developing my animal care skills and knowledge. Over the years, I’ve cared for multiple dog breeds including a pitbull, shih tzu, poodle, husky, and German shepherd, and I currently have two miniature goldendoodles that I walk and care for every day. Through these experiences, I’ve become very comfortable working with animals of all sizes and personalities, and I truly enjoy providing them with attentive, loving, and reliable care. Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine and availability. I work evenings at my other job, which allows me to provide pet care services during the morning and afternoon. This flexible schedule makes it easy for me to walk, feed, and check in on animals one to three times per day as needed. I also have Thursdays off and most weekends available, giving me even more time to dedicate to longer walks, playtime, and consistent care. Because I already walk my own dogs daily, incorporating additional pets into my routine is something I am comfortable with, and I am committed to providing reliable, attentive care that fits each animal’s individual needs. When caring for pets in my home, I provide a safe, comfortable environment with plenty of toys and space for them to play and stay active. I make sure they receive lots of attention, regular potty breaks, fresh water, and follow any feeding or care routines provided. When caring for pets in your home, I focus on keeping them comfortable in their familiar environment by playing with them, giving them plenty of attention, and maintaining their normal routine. I also make sure they are cleaned up well, have fresh water at all times, and that their space is kept tidy so they feel happy, safe, and well cared for.

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Robin P.
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15 years of experience
Millstadt, IL, 62260

About: Animals have always been a major part of my life from cats to dogs to toads, I love them all. Over the years I have always had indoor cats and dogs in my care that have ranged in age from newborn to senior, energetic to unwell and everything in between. When I’m not caring for my pets or others, I’m a work from home artist and volunteer at the humane society as a foster and dog walker. Take comforting in knowing I would treat your best friend right. Currently I work from home as an artist (predominantly pet portraits) and can set my own schedule leaving me with ample availability for bit time or day and days throughout the week. I have a three acre yard with a large fenced in area, my dogs are extremely friendly and there is lake access that my own dogs use for swimming very often

Sitter Profile Image: Dathamshire C.
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Dathamshire C.
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$13
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3 years of experience
Belleville, IL, 62221

About: I'm what your looking for in a pet sitter: kind, caring, reliable, and trustworthy. Call me whenever you want overnight sitter for your pet. Thanks 👍 I'm free 24/7. Just email me or text me when you need care for your pet or a sitter to stay with your pet. I provide 100% satisfaction. I have a dog name loyalty. She is a good dog. I feed, groom, and walk her frequently. She is my best friend and I 💕 love her.

Sitter Profile Image: Sterling C.
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Sterling C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
6 repeat clients
15 years of experience
O'Fallon, IL, 62269

Sterling was great! He always showed up within the given time window and gave my baby some love. I really appreciated the notes and pictures he’d leave on the Rover Card as well. Seeing that my kitty was being sociable and playing with his toys made me very happy. Also, I noticed in one of the pictures that Sterling took his shoes off in the house. I appreciated that SO MUCH because we are a shoes-off home to keep the floors clean. This booking was made because of a trip that was made on short notice, so Sterling being very easy to get in touch with made everything easy and worry-free. He was very personable and clearly knowledgeable about cats, so I felt safe leaving my furry baby with him. I would definitely recommend booking Sterling and I will be booking him again in the future! Thanks again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Finn M.
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Finn M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
OFallon, IL, 62269

Finn was amazing. Our dog can be scared around new ppl, and they showed her the love she needed to warm up to them! I would definitely hire them again!

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Emily M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
15 years of experience
Columbia, IL, 62236

About: I’ve had a dog since I was 9 years old. I’ve been taking care of them ever since! I have been watching other dogs since I was a teenager. I’ve pet sat a good variety of dogs, from border collies to labs and teeny little Pomeranian mixes! I have a good deal of availability during the summer, so my schedule is very flexible! I teach private lessons on Monday and Friday afternoons for a couple hours, otherwise my other jobs provide me a good deal of flexibility, so that I can pet set as much as possible! At my home our dogs have an electric fence, and have been properly trained not to cross the invisible line. I have also lived in areas where dogs are fenced in, and even with neither type of fence and just a long chain attached to the ground. Regardless I will take care of your pet regardless of the outdoor situation. I am pretty physically fit, so I can carve out some good time to take them on walks, long or short! I follow your instructions to the T when it comes to specific needs and potty/bed times. I will come to you and do whatever needs to be done to make sure your pet is happy and safe!

Sitter Profile Image: Morgan T.
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Morgan T.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
18 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Swansea, IL, 62226

2nd time we've used Morgan. Our 16 year old cat in generally scared of everyone that comes into the house. He came out to see her every time she stopped by.!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Nickali L.
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Nickali L.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
O'Fallon, IL, 62269

Nick did an amazing job watching my dogs while I was away. He is very knowledgeable about taking care of dogs and that out my mind at ease when I was out of town. When I came home, my dogs and cat were completely calm as if I had only been gone for a few minutes instead of a few days.

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Sitter Profile Image: Gabby C.
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Gabby C.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
19 repeat clients
10 years of experience
O’fallon, IL, 62269

Gabby was fantastic! We are so happy to find a pet sitter for ourselves as we are usually doing the dog sitting. We've been afraid to leave town without the pups since we moved here and we're confident that Gabby will always do a great job!

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Sitter Profile Image: Brooke K.
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Brooke K.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
8 years of experience
Belleville, IL, 62221

Brooke did an excellent job of caring for Harlee! Thanks so much!

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Sitter Profile Image: Loya V.
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Loya V.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
11 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Belleville, IL, 62220

Loya did a great job with my dog Scout! He gets defensive around strangers when they visit the house and Loya did a great job handling the situation and getting Scout to warm up to her quickly. 10/10 recommend Loya to care for your pets.

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicholaus K.
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Nicholaus K.
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$12
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10 years of experience
Belleville, IL, 62220

About: I have been taking care of dogs and watching dogs and cats for family, friends, or on Trusted House sitters for about 10 years now. I’m a reptile owner so I also have experience with lizards. I’m currently a full-time employed teacher. During holidays I like to travel and sometimes will be out of town or out of state. I like to update where I am at depending on where I currently am staying. However during the weekdays and work schedule I am available at any time from 4-10 pm. During weekends I am available all day up until 10 pm. On vacation days if I am in your area I will be available all day! I follow any care instructions down to the letter, including offering daily walks, multiple times a day if needed. I am very open about communicating on any questions I have and I’m a very quick responder with calls and texts. I like to send updates every day or even every few hours. I give pets all the love and attention and care they require! Also if I am house sitting for you I prefer to keep your place just as clean as you left it.

Sitter Profile Image: Heather S.
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Heather S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Swansea, IL, 62226

Heather is seriously the sweetest sitter ever! My dog loves her to pieces, she is wonderful with communication and sends rhe best photos. I highly, highly recommend her for any sittings you may need! She provides wonderful peace of mind while you are away on vacation!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kayla E.
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Kayla E.
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$25
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10 years of experience
Swansea, IL, 62226

About: I was raised around pets of every kind and fell in love with them all! I’ve been taking care of dogs especially since I was 12. I’m the go to for all my friends and family to walk and care for their dogs and cats. My house has the best doggie sleepovers! I hope I can be your go to for all pet needs as well. I’m at home full time. So I have a flexible schedule for walks, and check-ins. And if your pup stays over they will get plenty of attention! My pets are like family and while your fur baby is in my care they become family too. They will be showered with love and attention and lots of cuddles! Each animal is different, so I’ll be sure to accommodate to their play style and preferences to keep those tails wagging!

Sitter Profile Image: Tammy W.
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Tammy W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
25 years of experience
Waterloo, IL, 62298

About: I used to foster dogs. My yard is pretty big and I have a doggie door. My dogs do not mind visitors. I am off work during the summer and all major holidays. I am a teacher so I am off for the summers. When school is in session, I get off early and I am usually home before 4pm. I have a fenced in yard that can be accessed by a doggie door. I have 3 small dogs. I walk them and play with them on a regular basis. I also have 2 cats.

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Desiree did a great job while I was gone with my dogs. My pit bull Zeus should have been named Houdini and he unfortunately escaped and ran around the neighborhood. Desiree remained calm and notified me when it happened and asked if there was anything special to get him back. Luckily, she was able to get him back in the house without issue. Would definitely recommend her again and would have her watch my dogs again. Thank you so much!

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The average cost for Dog Sitting in Smithton on Rover is $16.65 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

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

As of July 2026, there are 1,915 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across Smithton. 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 Smithton 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.

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Smithton choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, 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.

While Rover doesn’t offer traditional subscription services, some sitters offer recurring bookings for services like home visits and dog walking. Recurring services come with their own perks, such as flexibility to modify services (up to five weeks in advance), automatic billing, Rover Card updates, and same-day cancellations.

To find sitters in Smithton with recurring or weekly availability, select "Repeat Weekly" and which days you’d like them to care for your pet.

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

  • 94% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 97% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% 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.

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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