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Sitter Profile Image: Desjana W.
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Desjana W.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
12 years of experience
Lansing, IL, 60438

Desjana was great for us, fantastic communication and followed all our instructions well. She seemed to get along great with our dog and we would definitely recommend her!

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Emma B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
25 years of experience
South Holland, IL, 60473

About: I have been a dog owner for over 25 years. I currently have a 3 year old golden doodle and a 10 year old yorkie/maltise mix that I rescued from the shelter when she was just 7 months old. Being a dog owner for over 25 years has given me a lot of experience and patience with dogs. I am recently retired and have even more time with my fur babies. My dogs get routine walks and playtime at our local doggie park. I have a fenced in backyard for your fur baby to stretch out and play. Your dog will have their own personal cage and space while in my care.

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Victoria A.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
10 years of experience
Homewood, IL, 60430

About: I was the neighborhood baby/dog sitter for most of my teens and even now I do the occasional dog sitting for a week or so for family friends. I have taken care of dogs ranging from Chihuahuas to Great Danes. I recently started fostering kittens and have a newfound love for those little guys too! I’ve owned bunnies and hamsters, watched a snake, taken care of a bird. You name it I’m sure I’ve had some sort of experience with it! I’d be so happy to take care of your critter too <3 I work from home! Rest assured your little buddy will get lots of attention in my care. If they have a more strict letting out schedule that’s absolutely no problem! I have a small mix dog, with two friendly cats. I work from home and can spend more time than the average person with your pet. I have a non fenced in yard, but am happy to take out on walks or on their leash in my yard.

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Bridget C.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
9 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Highland, IN, 46322

We were able to book with Bridget for our dog Paige & she loved her!! Bridget was super sweet and these two instantly clicked. She was very patient and always willing to be playful and help our little girl adjust to being home alone. Thank you so much!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Laura D.
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Laura D.
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$24
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4.9 out of 5 stars
98 reviews
54 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Lynwood, Lynwood, IL, 60411

About: I love to spend time with them , I like to play with them, I like to take them to the park. I will always keep them on a leash. I can teach them some tricks, sit , stay roll over. I can take them out every two hours, to go potty. I can keep them over night. I took care of a one eye cat, I took care of a blind dog. I have had dogs in diapers. I took care of a Yorkshire, who was pregnant, she went into labor at my house, and my mom and I delivered three little babies they came out every forty minutes. We help clean the babies, and my dog Chuckie helped to. Give them kisses, hugs.

Sitter Profile Image: JeTaun H.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
3 years of experience
South Holland, IL, 60473

JeTaun was Outstanding! She even won over our crabby Tabby who barely tolerates us. She was very professional and communicative and we will absolutely be using her services again!

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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: Lisa H.
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Lisa H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
115 reviews
32 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Oak Forest, IL, 60452

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ We had a last minute worry about our cat sitting situation so I went on Rover for the first time. We were gone for a few weeks and felt really bad for the cats. We feel so lucky to have found Lisa. She ended up spending more time with our cats than scheduled. She also was able to fix the schedule when we had to make a change. There are other things that helped our peace-of-mind like turning the porch light off each day and bringing the mail in so our home didn't look vacant. She cleaned up before leaving. She left detailed notes and sent cute photos daily of cuddling and playing with our cats :) We will definitely reach out to Lisa for our cat sitting in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Taryn M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
191 reviews
58 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Highland, IN, 46322

We used Taryn for a drop-in visit for a weekend trip; we have an older dog who doesn't like boarding at our vet. She is a little particular and Taryn was very patient with her and sent us photos. We will be using her for a longer vacation later this summer. Thanks for everything, Taryn!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jorinee T.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Calumet city, IL, 60409

Jorinee was excellent with both of my cats. I am so glad I found her. I use to be concerned about who would look after my fur babies or even if I would be able to travel at all. My cats were very comfortable with her. They were relaxed, well fed and their litter box was clean. You can tell it was done on a consistent basis. I have another lengthy vacation for next year and will no doubt be requesting her. She is excellent and I would recommend her to anyone asking.

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Cynthia S.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Midlothian, IL, 60445

About: I have had and been around dogs since I was a child. Dogs seem to come to me naturally; without fear or hesitation. I honestly believe this is because I approach them with ease and am not forceful. It seemed like a natural step for me to join the Rover community. Ive also been a dog owner and currently have Jazzy who is my beloved Boston Terrier Mix with a big personality and sweet nature. Jazzy and I chose each other and its been an adventure ever since day one! she loves everyone but at times can be a little bossy. I'm well aware of who runs the household! I pride myself on ensuring that Jazzy stays healthy by giving her quality food and treats, Along with that she enjoys her fenced in yard and takes daily walks. We have lots of playtime and cuddles. I'll treat your dog as I would my own. That is my motto as I don't want you to worry or be concerned when you are away from your precious fur baby. I can't replace you, or would never try but rest assured your pet will receive all my tender loving care. I have had the opportunity to care for some dogs on Rover who have become regular clients. The owners have told me that they reach out to me first and hope that I am available. That is a huge compliment and I'm honored that I made such an impact on their four legged friend. All the pets I have met have their own unique personality and what I do as a sitter is simply take them for who they are which includes any little quirks. Canine or human, we all possess them. If you like what you see, let's schedule a meet and greet and see if I'm the right fit for your pet and their needs. Thanks for taking the time to get to know me and read my profile! I work remotely on a part time basis so can be available in the afternoon/evening and do pet sitting on the weekends away from my home. Well I make sure my dog Jazzy is loved and cared for each and every day. I give her good food and healthy treats. Daily walks and preventive meds to keep her healthy and strong.

Sitter Profile Image: Alexandria W.
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Alexandria W.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
14 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Hammond, IN, 46323

Alexandria was great! Took great care of Bella for me while I was out of town! Thank you for introducing Bella to a new friend and keeping her company!

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Alexi W.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
5 years of experience
Chicago Heights, IL, 60411

Alexi was awesome and took great care of my cat Florence! Florence loved her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily M.
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Emily M.
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$17
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4.9 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
7 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Oak Forest, IL, 60452

Emily did an awesome job doing drop-in visits with Sierra. She is great with communication, came for a meet n greet first and followed instructions for the visits. Sierra absolutely loved having her come over to play fetch in the yard, she got belly rubs, fed her treats and made sure she had fresh water before she left. I would absolutely have Emily again…she did a great job all around!

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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 is great with communication and patient with Penelope. She definitely paid attention to details and has no hesitation in ensuring she understands what she is doing. Thank you, Chloe!

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Sitter Profile Image: Erica S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
flossmoor, IL, 60422

Erica has babysat our cat Domino in our home several times now. Domino is a cat that we took several months to rescue earlier this year. Consequently, she is shy and a bit skittish around new people. She bonded with Erica almost immediately! Erica has two cats of her own, so she knows a lot about them and their finicky nature. Erica has a warm and caring nature that comes across in the way that she communicates with Domino. She calls Domino her niece! Erica is fastidious with Domino’s litter box and feeds her twice daily. She sends us regular posts and updates regarding Domino’s antics. Erica spends time with Domino and plays with her. We miss Domino when we are gone, but never worry that she will be too lonely without us. We feel secure when we are away. We trust Erica with having the keys to our home. We have the utmost confidence that Erica will take great care of our fur baby.

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Emily S.
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$18
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30 years of experience
Hammond, IN, 46324

About: Ive taken care of friends and family dogs for over 20 years. I spent 16 years as a Vet tech in veterinary medicine. Ive had many dogs over my lifetime and trained them as well. Ive experience with small and large dogs. I'm currently working full time Monday through Friday 8 am to 430p. I'm available evenings and weekends for pet sitting or boarding in your home or mine. I have a fenced yard and no pets or kids in my house currently. I'm capable of giving medications if necessary. Playtime in fenced yard and inside home. Short walks around the block or on the bike trail near my home.

Sitter Profile Image: KIANA I.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
255 reviews
96 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Park Forest, IL, 60466

Kiana was great in taken care my Autumn. With below 0 degrees temps, Kiana was still able to make it to the home visits scheduled for the day. She is a committed dog sitter who is determined to do the the best in taking care of your dog. DJ

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Sitter Profile Image: Coretta S.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
282 reviews
102 repeat clients
3 years of experience
South Shore, Chicago, IL, 60649

Coretta did a great job, as always. While I was out of town, she checked in on my babies and sent me detailed reviews and photos after each check in. I was able to relax knowing that my kitties were being taken care of.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelera W.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
88 reviews
14 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Morgan Park, Chicago, IL, 60643

Kelera is absolutely wonderful. She was very attentive, detail-oriented, and timely in taking care of my fur babies while I was away. My babies warmed up to her instantly and we certainly won't hesitate to call upon her services again in the future. Kelera is the best!! 👍

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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 July 2026, there are 10,680 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
  • 96% 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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