Pet Sitting in Wood River

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Sitter Profile Image: Jenny H.
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Jenny H.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
14 repeat clients
20 years of experience
East Alton, IL, 62024

As a nervous cat mom, I was worried about finding someone I could trust to care for Daisy. Jenny put me at ease immediately when we met and shared stories about her own cats I could relate to. I felt comfortable leaving Daisy knowing Jenny would take good care of her. Her notes about her visits were so helpful and Daisy was well fed and cared for when I returned. This was a wonderful experience for both Daisy and I.

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Megan T.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
South Roxana, IL, 62087

Megan is the best! She’s reliable and loves all animals!! I will be using her again without hesitation!

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Sitter Profile Image: Haley M.
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Haley M.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Wood River, IL, 62095

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

Sitter Profile Image: Crystal P.
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Crystal P.
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$10
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4.7 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Alton, IL, 62002

Crystal has been an amazing sitter while I’ve been out of town for work. Great communication, sent pictures and kept me updated on everything going on when she arrived and left my house. She took excellent care of my three dogs, including my senior pup who needs a little extra attention. She went above and beyond to make sure he was comfortable and well cared for while I was away. I highly recommend her for all your pet sitting needs!

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Sitter Profile Image: Rachael V.
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Rachael V.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Bethalto, IL, 62010

Rachel was great, she brought in a package for me and was great with my puppy!

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Sitter Profile Image: Gabbi H.
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Gabbi H.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
3 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Alton, IL, 62002

Thank you Gabbi for taking such good care of Rudy and Arlo! I was so happy you remembered to give them a treat when they go in their crates, even though I forgot to write it down.

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Sitter Profile Image: Courtney B.
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Courtney B.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
11 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Alton, IL, 62002

Courtney is truly amazing! I had a last minute request and she responded the same day and I was lucky enough that she was available. Very professional and friendly. She absolutely listens to what you need and does it all. I am definitely a repeating client.

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Sitter Profile Image: Danielle M.
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Danielle M.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Alton, IL, 62002

About: I specialize in medical animal care, and special needs clients. I know a lot of basic injury/ER care treatments and you can feel safe with your special needs babies in my care 💕 Starting at very young, before I could even say it correctly, I was always excited to tell people that I wanted to be a "vegetarian" (Veterinarian)! I started taking care of my aunts animals and her "zoo" when I was about 7 years old, 3 times a year. She knew others who needed animal care, feeding brushing walking, ect, and I began taking care of others' animals as well for years! Continued with this all throughout the time that I waitresses, but few years later got a job as a doggy day care attendant. Which put me into the position of a groomer a year later, and then even a dog trainer the next year. I now work at an after hours animal ER and as a Veterinarians assistant. I really do believe you can fully trust me with your animals, as I've been doing it for years. It makes me nervous putting my own animals in others care, but I would trust myself 10 times over! I am availabile Monday through Sunday and anytime, if any special accommodations needed, you can feel free to reach out and see what I can do for you and your family ❤️ In others home, I really focus on getting to know the animals, and letting them wind down outside. I try to read each animal, as they are all different and usually display very obvious body language.

Sitter Profile Image: Jill F.
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Jill F.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
284 reviews
88 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Granite City, IL, 62040

Jill was great! She had excellent communication before and during the visit, sent us lots of pictures, and kept us informed on how everyone was doing. She clearly loves animals and knows how to care for them!

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley E.
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Ashley E.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Moro, IL, 62067

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.

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Sitter Profile Image: Vivian G.
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Vivian G.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
East Alton, IL, 62024

Vivian was very responsive and spent loads of time with my pup over her drop in visits. She took care of everything that I asked for perfectly.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brandi B.
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Brandi B.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

Brandi was amazing with my two cats!! She is so professional and caring. Very detail oriented. She sends pics and updates with every drop in!!! Using her again next week for a few days over the holiday. She is a super star! I didn't worry one bit with her watching them. She made my vacation worry free so we could relax and enjoy time away. Five star and can’t say enough about her. If you want someone who really cares and will take great care of your pets, schedule with Brandi.

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Sitter Profile Image: Joy M.
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Joy M.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
26 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

Joy did a fantastic job taking care of our cats. She kept us updated about anything and everything. All of our cats enjoyed having g her around and would certainly have her watch them again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Hannah R.
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Hannah R.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
10 years of experience
Bethalto, IL, 62010

About: Long-time local serving Eagle and Summit County. Willing to travel for pick up/drop off. I’m happy to stop in multiple times a day, go for walks, or organize an overnight stay. I’m familiar with local dog parks and trails, and have reliable transportation. Shoot me a message to plan care for your dog while you’re going out of town, or in town visiting the mountains! I have a very flexible schedule, making it easy for me to stop in multiple times a day, or go for long walks with your dog. At my home, I have a fenced balcony on a ground floor and a specific place to walk dogs. I like to go on local trails for longer walks. In clients homes, I like to stick to the routine and methods explained to keep a predictable schedule for the dog.

Sitter Profile Image: Taylor B.
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Taylor B.
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$13
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3 years of experience
Woodriver, IL, 62095

About: I’ve had animals of my own since I was little. Growing up I would often pet sit for family. More recently, I’ve rescued two cats within the past 3 years. They’re my world! I’ve recently started pet sitting for my friend on occasion and wanted to find more pet sitting opportunities because I enjoy it so much! I work from home Monday-Friday 8-5 with a lunch break from 12-1. However, I work at my own pace so I am able to leave if needed. I also work a part time job on the weekends where the hours vary. I’ll always be available after 6pm. I pay close attention to detail specific to each pet since each pet has their own set of needs. I like getting to know their personalities and earning their trust. I understand that pets are an extension of the family and I respect them as such. I also understand the worry of leaving your pets at home and the separation anxiety that pet and owner can experience, so I always offer pictures of your pets so you don’t feel like you’re missing out on much!

Sitter Profile Image: Ali B.
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Ali B.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Godfrey, IL, 62035

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.

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Sitter Profile Image: Rachel V.
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Rachel V.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
9 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

We loved Rachel! She did a great job taking care of of our bunny and always sent us great updates and pictures. Very sweet and professional!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica S.
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Jessica S.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

Jessica is great and so sweet! She came at the time requested, did all the things we asked and took time to socialize with our cat (who isn't always the most social). We trust her with our pets and would definitely ask her to sit for us again!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly G.
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Kelly G.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
20 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Glen Carbon, IL, 62034

Kelly was amazing! Picked up a drop in visit last minute and spent time with our puppy, making sure she got her potty breaks! We loved having her visit & Ellie was happy to have someone to hang out with for a bit!

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Sitter Profile Image: Molly M.
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Molly M.
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$14
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30 years of experience
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

About: I’m a lifelong animal lover and a vegan, so caring for animals is truly close to my heart. I’ve been looking after pets since I was a child and have experience with all kinds of companions. Right now, I share my home with three dogs—60 lbs, 25 lbs, and 6 lbs—so I’m very comfortable managing different sizes, personalities, and energy levels. Over the years, I’ve also cared for cats, birds, fish, gerbils, and even snakes. I work remotely, which gives me a very flexible schedule and allows me to provide attentive, reliable care throughout the day. 🐾 I work remotely, which gives me a very flexible schedule to help to care for your pet. I’m available on weekdays and weekends with a little bit of notice! 🐾 I’m dependable and safety-focused, and I’ll care for your pet the same way I care for my own. I have three wonderful dogs and a fully fenced backyard, so safety is always top of mind in my home. I’m happy to follow any specific routines or precautions you have in place to make sure your pet feels secure and well cared for. 🐾

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Crystal has been an amazing sitter while I’ve been out of town for work. Great communication, sent pictures and kept me updated on everything going on when she arrived and left my house. She took excellent care of my three dogs, including my senior pup who needs a little extra attention. She went above and beyond to make sure he was comfortable and well cared for while I was away. I highly recommend her for all your pet sitting needs!

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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Wood River on Rover as of Mar 2026 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.

If you’re searching for a Wood River pet sitter for the first time, visit the pet sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

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As of Mar 2026, there are 482 pet sitters in Wood River. 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, 92% of Wood River pet sitters respond in under an hour.

Pet sitters in Wood River have an average of 17 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 Wood River.

Rover makes it easy to find Wood River 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 482 pet sitters in Wood River on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Wood River, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 95% 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.

Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.

We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.