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Sitter Profile Image: Najah L.
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Najah L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Merrillville, IN, 46410

“Najah was so great with Kash. So much so, he didn't act like he wanted to leave her. She kept me updated on his behavior and how ge was doing the entire time with texts & photos. I will definitely be boarding with Najah again.”

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Nancy & Mark N.
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$45
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• 197 reviews
80 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Valpairso, IN, 46385

“Nancy was very nice and provided daily updates for Sadie. Sadie looked like she felt completely at home and comfortable so I would definitely bring her back. Very happy with her stay.”

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Heather O.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Cedar Lake, IN, 46303

“I can't imagine a better person to leave our Parker Boy with! Heather took the best care of our dog and sent pictures and videos to keep our minds at ease while we were apart from him. She made him feel like a part of the family and made sure to do whatever she could to make him comfortable. We would recommend Heather to anyone looking for a sitter for their furry friends!!”

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Morgan F.
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Mianna R.
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$35
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10 years of experience
Gary, IN, 46405

About: I have 10 years of experience as a pet owner as well as 3 years of experience as a dog walker / behavior specialist volunteer at a local animal shelter. Over the course of the past five years, I can confidently say I’ve handled over 1,000 dogs of different sizes with ease. Additionally, one of my dogs is a senior with a daily medication regimen, so I know how to pill dogs without any fear tactics. I am also Fear Free Certified! I’m available for boarding throughout most weeks but really open up on the weekends. I am enthusiastic about meeting pups every day of the week! I have a privacy fenced yard and 3 dog friendly dogs to keep your babies company! I am comfortable leaving your pup in a crate if need be, but if not, they can free roam in the dog room (complete with a toddler bed and a tv!).

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Giannina G.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 92 reviews
39 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Miller Beach, IN, 46403

“We are so happy we found Giannina! She took such good care of our baby. She sent us photos and updates while we were on vacation, which made us feel so much better, since this was the first time we've left our little one in someone else's care. We will definitely use her service in the future. Giannina comes highly recommended.”

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Natalie C.
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Barbara O.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
10 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Dyer, IN, 46311

“Excellent care. Our senior dog was well cared for while staying with Barbara. Daily updates and photos let us know our pup was happy. Highly recommend Barbara and we will definitely book again!”

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Gretchen W.
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Christian L.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Highland, IN, 46322

“Christian was great with my pup! I always feel guilty leaving my pup with others because I know she’s used to a lot of attention and specialized care that I provide, but Christian was able to provide frequent updates and followed all of my extra instructions. Thanks for taking care of my puppy and going above and beyond!!!”

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Jesus D.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 162 reviews
70 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Lansing, IL, 60438

“Jesus was very awesome with my Kobe!! He sent me pictures and my heart was at ease with him keeping him in his home!! Thanks again and Kobe will be back again!”

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Lakecha J.
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Alexis M.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Gary, IN, 46406

“Alexis was absolutely wonderful. We scheduled a meet&greet before hand so we were both comfortable and answered any questions I had. Alexis was fast and reliable with communication—answering all my messages very quickly. She gave us plenty of updates throughout the weekend with pictures as well. My boy has bad separation anxiety and Alexis was wonderful with ensuring he wasn’t alone and was comfortable the whole time. Alexis is a wonderful resource for us and we plan to use her again in the future! Thank you so much!”

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Destiny M.
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$35
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3 years of experience
Gary, IN, 46409

About: I have had all kinds of pets growing up. I currently have three dogs of my own. Two girls and one boy. I also have worked at a pet store for the past 2 years providing pet care to 40+ puppies on a daily basis. Each of them are loved and cared for as if they were my own and I’ll be sure to do the same for yours! ❤️🐾 Although I work full time I am able to provided services without conflicting schedules. The daily care for your pet will be the same I provide for my own ❤️ My pets free roam the house but I have a doggy gate blocking the steps or any “unsafe” areas. I also have pet cameras placed in the main parts of my home. And bedroom doors are always closed for their safety 💖

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Laura D.
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$37
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 103 reviews
58 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Lynwood, Lynwood, IL, 60411

“We will definitely use laura again. She was very sweet with Jersey! Jersey came home happy but exhausted so you know she had a good time. Thank you Laura!”

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Jessica L.
Sitter Profile Image: Sonya M.
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Sonya M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
7 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Valparaiso, IN, 46385

“Sonya and her family are very sweet, and their 2 dogs are well trained and friendly. Our Sadie fit right into the pack. She was happy when we dropped her off, and happy when we picked her up. I've already booked her next stay! I highly recommend Sonya!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Daryl K.
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Daryl K.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Hobart, IN, 46342

“Daryl boarded our dog from the 23rd through the 24th and she was amazing! Our dog is, for the most part, very high maintenance and craves personalized attention and that is what he got for two days being with Daryl. We had looked at other boarders, ones with other dogs, ones with various other animal types, kids etc... and just watching Chief interact with Daryl was incredible. He immediately took to her and to the environment, was playing, jumping and even napping almost right away. We were sent photos consistently while we were away and just seeing him happy and playful and even how tired he was was a wonderful sight. We would definitely recommend anyone who is looking to have their dog boarded to consider Daryl, especially if they require more personal attention. She did great!!”

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Kiera M.
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$35
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12 years of experience
Crown Point, IN, 46307

About: I am very experienced in pet care and have no reservations when it comes to working with animals. I have been in the industry for approximately12 years, I started off as a veterinary assistant and moved on to be a vet tech. I also have worked as a kennel tech, pet nutritionist and doggy day care lead and am a certified dog trainer and groomer! I live in crown point and work in wheeling so I can cater to any area. I can work on small things with your pets as well such as door manners and nice leash walking! I am very flexible and have no restrictions. I can occasionally board in my home but it depends on the length of stay. You can always message me with questions! Monday through Friday I can do early mornings or later evenings, I do have a day job. I am always available weekends! Please let me know if there is a specific situation to accommodate. I am a very flexible and safety first individual. I have extra crates, baby gates, long lines and such to add extra levels for f safety and and more then open to personal requests.

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Sharon B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Homewood, IL, 60430

“Sharon was absolutely amazing. She took good care of our big puppy. She sent pics and kept us updated. Very kind and peaceful environment just like what our big puppy is used to. She did amazing working with his separation anxiety. Thank you Sharon, you are the best.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lali C.
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Lali C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
25 years of experience
Cedar Lake, IN, 46303

About: Experienced pet sitter. I treat all as my own! I have 4 dogs of my own, 2 small dogs (ages 1 and 11) and 2 male German Shepard (2 yr and 5 yr). I care for and trained all my dogs. Routine is key. I have attended local training centers/classes for support. I am a certified foster for Humane Indiana, Munster, IN. I have experience with senior dogs as I have lost 2 senior dogs in the past, age 13 and 14. I will accommodate your pet as needed inside and outside of my home. I have 1 acre of land to exercise, fenced in area, inground pool with splash pad area (if they like to swim, otherwise, access is fenced off). I am willing to FaceTime/communicate with pet parent as needed! (I know how hard it is to be away from our pets). I am an ex-School Counselor who left the field of Education after 16 years. I assist husband with our business but my days are flexible to accommodate boarding bookings. Pets stay indoors. I have a fenced in area with a doggie door for in-out access to grassy area. I also have a crate if needed. Willing to feed your pup as instructed, take walks, and supervise always! If needed or desired, I have the ability to separate my dogs from yours. All my dogs are up to date on vaccinations, heart guard and are friendly. I would recommend a visit to my home with pet prior to boarding to allow your dog to get to know me, put your mind at ease, and ensure it’s a great fit for them!

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Sandra V.
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$52
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4.6 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
3 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Calumet City, IL, 60409

“Great service!!! The best boarder yet!!! My dog was had a great time!. I will be using her service again.”

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Brianna T.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
7 years of experience
Merrillville, IN, 46410

About: I bring 7+ years of pet care experience, including working in a daycare setting where I cared for multiple dogs at once. I focus on safety, structure, fun playtime, and personalized attention to every during alone time. Making sure they feel comfortable, confident, and excited to see me. I am currently completing an externship for school, which takes place earlier in the day. I have open availability after 2pm on weekdays and flexible availability on weekends, making it easy to accommodate walks, drop-ins, and extended care as needed. I prioritize safety, comfort, and routine whether caring for pets in my home or a client’s home. I closely follow feeding schedules, leash guidelines, and any special instructions provided. I maintain clean spaces, supervise all interactions, and communicate updates regularly so pet parents feel confident and at ease.

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Kassia W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 57 reviews
10 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Highland, IN, 46322

“Kassia is an excellent pet caregiver. Our goldendoodle, Sherby, is very attached to living with a family, and we were so relieved to have him stay in Kassia’s caring home while we were out of town. Already looking to book Kassia for our next vacation this summer.”

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David R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 47 reviews
15 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Highland, IN, 46322

“Amazing dog sitter! Our pooch was so happy when we picked her up, and David sent plenty of photos and updates and was readily accessible to contact - will definitely be using again, I highly recommend!”

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Our dog Rocky has stayed with Emily a few times now and I have zero complaints! Emily and her family take great care of him and send pictures and updates daily. He loves going there!

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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Ainsworth home-away-from-home, packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Ainsworth.

<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Ainsworth sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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 , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

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 .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in IN ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

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