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Sitter Profile Image: Nyela C.
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Nyela C.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Homewood, IL, 60430

Nyela took great care of our dog, Murphy!

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David R.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
14 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Highland, IN, 46322

David was awesome with our pets! We have a 22 year old kitty that needed some special attention during the visits, and he took great care of her! This is our first time using this service so we were a little nervous but David's communication skills and personality on the first time meeting set those nerves a side! We will be using him in the future for sure!

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Katie S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Griffith, IN, 46319

Katie was absolutely wonderful! She watched our dogs, Nico and Nora, while we were on vacation, and we couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. She was always punctual, incredibly patient, kind, and genuinely loving with both of our dogs. She also made such a great impression during our meet-and-greet by being so sweet and patient with my little girl, which meant a lot to us. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing our dogs were in such caring hands while we were away. Katie is truly a wonderful person, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, compassionate pet sitter!

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Chloe A.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Hegewisch, Chicago, IL, 60633

Chloe was super nice and accommodating when I had to make a change of plans last minute! 10/10 would recommend and she took super cute pictures to keep me updated as well!

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Sitter Profile Image: Mark R.
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Mark R.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Dyer, IN, 46311

Mark is extremely responsible, timely communicates very well about any issue is able to handle a reactive dog. His patience and kindness are quite the asset.

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicole M.
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Nicole M.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
South Holland, IL, 60473

Nicole was amazing with our puppy! We were very anxious dog moms and they did everything to calm our nerves! The pictures they took had us dying! Our puppy was clearly have the BEST time and was very comfortable with Nicole. Would highly recommend them!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Grace L.
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Grace L.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Homewood, IL, 60430

About: I have over five years of pet sitting experience and began caring for pets back in high school, where I built a pet sitting business of my own. Through that experience, I learned how important reliability, communication, patience, and personalized care are for both pets and their owners. I’m comfortable with dogs, cats, multiple-pet households, walks, feeding routines, playtime, and providing companionship. I also have many past clients in Florida who would gladly speak highly of my care and professionalism. As a pet owner myself with two dogs and one cat, I understand that pets are family and deserve genuine love and attention. I will be relocating to Homewood in mid-May and will have a very flexible summer schedule while taking online classes. This allows me to be available throughout the week for walks, drop-ins, pet sitting, and last-minute needs. Because I travel by bike or electric scooter, I’m focusing on nearby clients so I can provide dependable, punctual care and consistent availability. Safety and trust are always my top priorities when caring for pets. In a client’s home, I carefully follow feeding schedules, walking routines, medication instructions, and household preferences to keep pets comfortable in their familiar environment. I make sure doors, gates, leashes, and surroundings are secure at all times. I provide gentle attention, exercise, companionship, and updates so owners feel confident knowing their pets are in caring and reliable hands.

Sitter Profile Image: Grace M.
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Grace M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
219 reviews
76 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Riverside, IL, 60546

Grace was a wonderful caretaker for our two cats. They were cool. Come and collected on our return home which is the mark Ava good pet sitter. We will definitely use Grace again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jazmine A.
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Jazmine A.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
lansing, IL, 60438

About: I am a student, and I am also just trying to figure out a way to pay for college. I am currently studying culinary arts, and would love to make cute little dog treats for all the dogs I walk. I love animals. I care for all animals. I am allergic to cats. I have always felt comfortable around animals,understand the respect, and love they need. I can care for dogs because I have dogs all my life. I have always had fish as well so if you need help feeding your fish I can help with that as well. No matter what breed of dog or fish I will take care of it. I understand dogs with specific diets and or immune system issues because of my own dogs. I look forward to helping with dogs or fish care for any one. I am open to work with any schedule. pet's are an important part to everyone's lives and families. So i veiw taking care of pets as taking care of childern. with love care and respect. Dogs are important in every part of my life and daily routine. I have cared for all ages from puppies to senior dogs.

Sitter Profile Image: April M.
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April M.
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$14
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1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Orland Park, IL, 60462

About: I have experience grooming and administrating medicine to furry friends that don't enjoy the process. Big or small, quiet or loud, friendly or shy I accept all pets and treat them as if they were my own. I babysit full time which includes pet sitting. I have open availability to take last minute bookings. I have the luxury to do this full time and love to work with peoples schedules. I have a fur baby named Micheal Jackson who I found at the shelter. He is a 5 year old long haired cat. He gets fed a variety of different foods to maintain a healthy diet.

Sitter Profile Image: Abril R.
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Abril R.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Hammond, IN, 46327

They took wonderful care of my cats and sent helpful updates every day. I’ll definitely book with them again!

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Karen H.
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$17
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40 years of experience
Homewood, IL, 60430

About: I'm a lifelong beneficiary of the Cat Distribution System, a proud failed foster and a registered cat colony caretaker. I've cared for newborn kittens to 24-year-old seniors and everything in between. Dogs and I are also friends. I'm self-employed and make my own schedule, so I'm happy to work around your pet's needs. I'm flexible in terms of days, nights and weekends. My goal is to be the kind of sitter I appreciate for my own pets: reliable, responsive and open to animal shenanigans. I'll take care of your pets and your home as if they're mine.

Sitter Profile Image: Bailey S.
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Bailey S.
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$20
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4.4 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Oak forest, IL, 60452

About: I am a Veterinarian Technician with 7 years experience. I graduated from Fox college Vet Tech Institute and working with animals is my passion. I have experience working with Dogs, Cats, Rodents, Rabbits, Exotics, and Birds. I offer additional care for seniors pets (Ex: taking them on shorter more frequent walks) and pets who have health concerns. (Ex: Giving medications). Book with me and your pet will be in great hands! I am available 7 days a week! I offer Early morning walks, afternoon walks, evening walks, and night time walks. What ever time works for you most likely works for me! I live in an animal friendly apartment! I have a large kennel if your pet prefers to sleep in one. I have a big field of grass behind me for leash walks / play time.

Sitter Profile Image: Haley W.
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Haley W.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
6 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Hyde Park, Chicago, IL, 60637

Haley was very friendly, and kept us well updated each day on how out cat was doing. Gus warmed up to her instantly. We would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a pet sitter, and look forward to using her again in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Heather B.
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Heather B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lansing, IL, 60438

About: We love taking care of your pets. Safe and loving family will look after your fur babies as if they were our own family pets I work from home so taking care of your pets would be no problem at all. There would be constant care around the clock for them We have 1 dog and 1 cat both friendly and looking for some temporary friends to play and cuddle with. Yard for running and playing

Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa G.
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Alyssa G.
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$20
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1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Matteson, IL, 60443

About: I’m fortunate to have experience with a wide variety of animals thanks to my cousins, who have two cats, three dogs, a turtle, and a horse. I help care for their pets regularly, so I’m comfortable meeting the unique needs of animals of all kinds and treating each one like family. Pet care fits naturally into my routine because I’m currently finishing up breast cancer treatment and have intentionally chosen pet sitting as my primary work. This gives me a flexible schedule and allows me to dedicate plenty of time and attention to the pets in my care. I truly enjoy spending time with animals, and being able to provide reliable, loving care while I’m in this season of life has been incredibly rewarding. Whether I’m caring for pets in my home or in a client’s home, I prioritize keeping their routine as consistent as possible. At my home, pets have access to a securely fenced backyard for supervised play, exercise, and potty breaks, along with plenty of attention, affection, and a comfortable place to relax. In a client’s home, I follow their pet’s established schedule for feeding, walks, playtime, medications (if needed), and any other care instructions. My goal is always to help pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their owners are away.

Sitter Profile Image: Alexa S.
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Alexa S.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Crete, IL, 60417

Alexa was a perfect sitter for us! She is professional, nice, and kept us updated with messages and pictures. And most importantly, our cat absolutely loved her! We will be using her services again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Palos Hills, IL, 60465

I was able to find Jennifer quickly on the Rover app. I chose her by her profile and her close proximity to where I live. She responded very quickly to our request thru the app. She came for a short visit so we and our doberman could meet her. I wanted her also to feel comfortable with our large dog. We needed someone to come a couple of days around midday to fed, potty, walk and play our very active 8 month old 60 lb dog. We had her come for an hour each day. It was also the first time we were leaving her all day. Jennifer did exactly what was asked and says she looks forward to helping us out again. I know we will use her in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Mayela G.
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Mayela G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Homewood, IL, 60430

Mayela was great! She stopped by three times to let our dog out and he had a great time. She was on time and was conscientious of the extreme heat we were experiencing, so she played with him indoors during her mid-day visit. Highly recommend!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Frankfort, IL, 60423

About: I've been helping care for animals for as long as I can remember! I have helped my family pet sit, volunteered at the animal shelter, and genuinely enjoy the company of animals. I am currently working as a freelance artist! Between gigs I have lots of flexible time to come take care of your pets. I am available for drop-ins/walks most days of the week, and I usually have some weekend availability! It's a priority of mine to establish trust with your animals! I am very keen on body language and other behavioral cues that allow me to meet your pets where they're at. If there are special instructions for an animal, I make sure to follow them to the letter.

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The median cost per visit for dog sitting in Thornton is $20

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Nicole was amazing with our puppy! We were very anxious dog moms and they did everything to calm our nerves! The pictures they took had us dying! Our puppy was clearly have the BEST time and was very comfortable with Nicole. Would highly recommend them!!

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As of August 2026, there are 10,493 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across Thornton. 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 Thornton 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 Thornton 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 Thornton 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 Thornton. On Rover:

  • 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% 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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