Pet Sitting in Upper Alton
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“I'm beyond happy with the service I received. She made sure to communicate and check in with me everyday at the times I specified for Midnight. I normally come home and midnight looks sad and depressed when others have watched her. I came in and she was so happy, energized and very well taken care of. My house looks the same, nothing out of place or damaged. Thank you so much Gabrielle. I will definitely continue to use her and reference her to my other dog parents. Thank you!!!”
“Jill took great care of our two girls on very short notice. We really appreciated her pictures, detailed updates, and boundless affection for both cats (especially the gregarious one). Would absolutely choose Jill again (and I wager our girls might remember her).”
“My cat Daisy and I had another fantastic experience with Jenny! She worked her magic on her drop in visits to care for Daisy while I was away and my typically stranger shy kitty was happy to come out to visit with her. Jenny shared many photos so I could see my girl was doing well and I returned home to a very well cared for and happy cat.”
“Courtney was so good with our dog. She loved on her, took her for walks, kept us updated and communicated so well, AND sent the cutest pics. She will be our first call next time we need someone to look after our dog. TT LOVES her ?”
About: I’ve always had a heart for little critters, both wild and domesticated. I love to get to know them and care for them and give them as good a life I can for whatever part I have in it. I take care of my cat every day and I care for my parents dog when they are busy or out of town. Also any friends pets who need sitting. I treat them with respect and care, I make sure they are content and comfortable as they can be and do what I can to keep them safe and happy.
About: I have taken care of pets since I was a child. I have predominantly had dogs and cats. I treat all animals with the utmost love and care. I have had pets through full life cycle so I understand the varying needs based on age. I currently work full time but am off Friday through Sunday so looking for people that need weekend help. I would also be a le to do some evenings during the week. I have a fenced yard and work from home so my dogs are well taken care of. I have the ability to watch, play with, walk and feed animals in your home. I would gladly follow any routine and instructions you have.
“Emily is incredible!! So easy to coordinate with. When I started back at school, she has been able to stop by multiple days to let the puppies out, play with them and feed them lunch. She always takes cute pictures with a little info on how things are going. We are very grateful and will continue using her!”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs every kind for as long as I can remember weather it was for my parents, friends and neighbors. They have trusted in me to make sure they being taken care of I’m currently a stay at home mom and have plenty of time on my hands to care for your fur babies and I’ve also grown up my whole life with animals in my house I have a fenced in yard and and a 6 month old puppy that will keep your fur baby company. I love to play with fur babies
“Ali did an awesome job with our 4 fur babies, I think they love her more than us now. She was very attentive to their medications making sure they took the right amount, on time, and even had to add a day worth of medication because of issues our trip incurred. She was very diligent about making sure they had plenty of playtime (fetch) weather permitting. I'm thinking she might want to take up dog photography because she got quite of few fabulous pictures that we can never seem to get. The only reason I wouldn't recommend her is because I want her just for my fur babies, in all seriousness I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER for taking care of fur babies (dogs) especially if they have to take oral medication.”
About: I grew up with cats and dogs and have always lived animals. I pet sit for my friends and own 2 dogs. I also volunteer at a local animal shelter. I am familiar with all different temperaments and have trained my own reactive dog. I have been through basic training with both of my dogs as well. I work from home full time so I am available for walking and visits in the morning, midday, after work, and weekends. I have a flexible schedule. I am familiar with crating dogs and making sure front doors are closed and fences are secure. I will gain your animal’s trust and always make their safety my top priority.
About: I have taken care of dogs and have several friends and family members that i sit for and really enjoy working with pets. I have my own pets that I take very good care of. I am currently a small business owner and have plenty of time during my day to help with pet care. I have a flexible schedule so I can work drop ins and walks into my day and evening routine. I will feed water and walk your dog and make sure they are safe during walks. I can also help with cats and other pets.
About: I've taken care of dogs since I was 12, I have my own dog that I love and take care of. I enjoy pets a lot. I am currently not working right focusing on school, and I am available anytime to play or take care of your dogs for boarding anytime. I have a fenced in yard, a nice basement area where I will stay with your dog or cat, and I can keep your dog crated as well if need to be.
“Excellent for a difficult situation with two cats that have only been cared for by two people the last 10 years. One cat that hid on every visit. She was still able to keep both of them fed and looking great on my return.”
“Melanie went above and beyond in every way! I was not very familiar with the terms and whatnot of Rover and she helped me figure out what would be best for us. She took exceptional care of my kitty boys while I was gone, and I am so grateful. I would highly recommend Melanie to take care of anyone’s pets!”
About: I have had many dogs in my lifetime and I know how to notice any health issues. I will treat your pet as if it were my own. I enjoy many outdoor activities with dogs like hiking and swimming. I encourage continual training, so when you get back you may even find that your fury companion has learned something new. I am comfortable with all sorts of animals from reptiles to small pockets pets. I am knowledgable in the care of many different species and there is no animal or breed that i am uncomfortable with. You can rest assured that your animals are in good care. If you have special needs pets or pets that need medicated they will get the proper care they need and deserve. I can also pet sit your reptile, small mammal, or bird. I work full time but am available in the evenings every day. I am available in the mornings on the weekends. I am available certain holidays as well. In your home I will try to keep everything as familiar as possible. I do not want to change anything if I don't have to.
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Gabrielle T.
“I'm beyond happy with the service I received. She made sure to communicate and check in with me everyday at the times I specified for Midnight. I normally come home and midnight looks sad and depressed when others have watched her. I came in and she was so happy, energized and very well taken care of. My house looks the same, nothing out of place or damaged. Thank you so much Gabrielle. I will definitely continue to use her and reference her to my other dog parents. Thank you!!!”
Jill F.Star Sitter
“Jill took great care of our two girls on very short notice. We really appreciated her pictures, detailed updates, and boundless affection for both cats (especially the gregarious one). Would absolutely choose Jill again (and I wager our girls might remember her).”
Jenny H.
“My cat Daisy and I had another fantastic experience with Jenny! She worked her magic on her drop in visits to care for Daisy while I was away and my typically stranger shy kitty was happy to come out to visit with her. Jenny shared many photos so I could see my girl was doing well and I returned home to a very well cared for and happy cat.”
Courtney B.Star Sitter
“Courtney was so good with our dog. She loved on her, took her for walks, kept us updated and communicated so well, AND sent the cutest pics. She will be our first call next time we need someone to look after our dog. TT LOVES her ?”
Abigail W.
“Mars has taken care of my pets while I was on vacation for a week. I have two black labs and two cats. They took my dogs on walks every day, and played with my dogs and cats to keep them enriched and happy!”
Ashley E.
“Ashley was amazing. She was prompt and very loving to our sweet girl. We had short notice but she made it work. We appreciate her and will use her in the future.”
Rachael V.
“Rachael is a true animal lover. She has taken care of her own fur babies very well. She has taken care of my pups and is excellent with them. She is caring and kind with the pets. I trust her to take great care of my boy.”
Emily M.
“Emily is incredible!! So easy to coordinate with. When I started back at school, she has been able to stop by multiple days to let the puppies out, play with them and feed them lunch. She always takes cute pictures with a little info on how things are going. We are very grateful and will continue using her!”
Haley M.
“Haley has many years of experience caring for dogs and cats. She is very kind and responsible. All 5 of our dogs love her. She takes her time to let the dogs come to her if they are nervous. She would love an opportunity to care for your fur babies too.”
Ali B.
“Ali did an awesome job with our 4 fur babies, I think they love her more than us now. She was very attentive to their medications making sure they took the right amount, on time, and even had to add a day worth of medication because of issues our trip incurred. She was very diligent about making sure they had plenty of playtime (fetch) weather permitting. I'm thinking she might want to take up dog photography because she got quite of few fabulous pictures that we can never seem to get. The only reason I wouldn't recommend her is because I want her just for my fur babies, in all seriousness I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER for taking care of fur babies (dogs) especially if they have to take oral medication.”
Kaitlyn B.
“Kaitlyn’s visits with our dog were just what was needed. She responded to our requests quickly and is a good communicator. We’d feel comfortable calling on her again!”
Danielle M.
“Terrific care and communication!”
Gabbi H.
“Gabbi was great! She came by and let our dogs out for an hour and made sure they got plenty of exercise. She was so accommodating and friendly!”
Grace S.
“I’ve known grace for Many years. She is a true dog lover and animal advocate. She is a warm and attentive caregiver and a fun loving dog companion.”
Chenyi W.
“Chen is always great with our big dog. She sends images to keep us updated and spends time with our big girl so she doesn’t get too lonely. Recommended!”
Monica P.
“Well Monica is one of the hardest workers I know. She is kind,well spoken and does everything at 100 percent. If I needed anyone to do something for me it would be Monica. So give her a chance and you will see what I am talking about.”
John G.
“John is an easy going, fun loving guy. He is very physically strong and has a great sense of humor. John has excellent morals and values. He’s kind, fair and compassionate. He’s always had dogs in his life and knows how to provide needed care for them. John follows instructions well and would be great on caretaker role for any animals”
Jessica T.
“Excellent for a difficult situation with two cats that have only been cared for by two people the last 10 years. One cat that hid on every visit. She was still able to keep both of them fed and looking great on my return.”
Melanie C.
“Melanie went above and beyond in every way! I was not very familiar with the terms and whatnot of Rover and she helped me figure out what would be best for us. She took exceptional care of my kitty boys while I was gone, and I am so grateful. I would highly recommend Melanie to take care of anyone’s pets!”
Crystal P.
About: I have had many dogs in my lifetime and I know how to notice any health issues. I will treat your pet as if it were my own. I enjoy many outdoor activities with dogs like hiking and swimming. I encourage continual training, so when you get back you may even find that your fury companion has learned something new. I am comfortable with all sorts of animals from reptiles to small pockets pets. I am knowledgable in the care of many different species and there is no animal or breed that i am uncomfortable with. You can rest assured that your animals are in good care. If you have special needs pets or pets that need medicated they will get the proper care they need and deserve. I can also pet sit your reptile, small mammal, or bird. I work full time but am available in the evenings every day. I am available in the mornings on the weekends. I am available certain holidays as well. In your home I will try to keep everything as familiar as possible. I do not want to change anything if I don't have to.
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Upper Alton 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 401 pet sitters in Upper Alton. 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, 88% of Upper Alton pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Upper Alton have an average of 18 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 Upper Alton.
Rover makes it easy to find Upper Alton 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 401 pet sitters in Upper Alton on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Upper Alton, 95% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 96% 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.
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