House Sitting Appaloosa West

“Kimberley was fantastic and we highly recommend her. Our dogs clearly love her, and we had total peace of mind while we were away. Her experience caring for diabetic dogs was especially invaluable and made us feel completely comfortable leaving them in her care. We came home to happy pets and a well-kept house — we will continue booking with her!”

Allison B.

“Kimberly took amazing care of our 2 dogs while we were away for 3 days. She sent pictures and updates daily. The dogs loved being with her and our house was very clean when we got home. I would highly recommend her.”

Cindy V.

“Lexi was great! She was excellent with Baba, responsible and responsive.”

Martha K.

“Sarah is wonderful and our pets love her! She’s reliable and easy to communicate with. This is the 2nd time we have booked her for in home pet-sitting and we will continue to book Sarah for a of our pet-sitting needs.”

Megan M.

“Ann S. stayed at our house for a week and watched our Yorkie. She did a great job. She sent daily updates with pictures and videos. We felt very secure having Ann stay in our home and taking care of our dog. She was professional and we cannot recommend her enough! We will use her services again.”

John M.

About: I enjoy meeting new clients and dogs everyday! Training puppies/ dogs who need help with training/dog language. I like to make sure the clients dog is happy, and enjoying my company. Making sure dogs sit for a treat, is a great way to make sure they know how to sit for a treat! It’s always good practice! It also is good with their food too! I work part time at a doggy daycare in carol stream. I enjoy meeting new clients/ dogs when they are brought into my work! I love to train newer puppies how to play, sit and stay! I have a fenced in yard and I enjoying spending some relaxing time with my pup! I get to play with him outside a lot. Sometimes i like take them on walks together or separately.

About: Animals have always been at the center of my life. I grew up on a farm, caring for dogs, cats, goats, sheep, and chickens, so reading animal behavior, staying calm under pressure and knowing when somethings off comes naturally to me. Over the years, I’ve trained my own dogs, worked with rescue animals, and volunteered with KARE, where I help rehabilitate, both wild and domestic animals. That experience has taught me how to handle pets of all temperament and backgrounds, including those who were shy, anxious, or still learning the ropes. I personally cared for dogs, cats, ferrets, chinchillas, sugar, gliders, hedgehogs, snakes, fish, turtles, parrots, and a wide variety of reptiles, so chances are, I’ve worked with a pet like yours before! I bring patience and consistency to every interaction, whether it’s a quick drop in or a longer house sit. What sets me apart is that I don’t just love animals, I understand them. Your pet isn’t just a booking to me, they’re a living creature who deserves calm, attentive care from someone who genuinely knows what they’re doing. i’m generally available weekday mornings, weekday evenings, and weekends. My schedule varies week to week, so I keep my calendar updated in real time. If you don’t see any availability that works, feel free to reach out as my schedule sometimes opens up with short notice! when I’m in your home, my priority is keeping your pet safe and as close to their normal routine as possible. I follow your KARE instructions closely, do a quick safety check on arrival, and reach out immediately if anything seems off. You’ll get photo updates every visit so you can see your pet is happy and well cared for.

About: I grew up with dogs in the house, so caring for them comes naturally to me. I also have my own boxer, so I know exactly what it takes to keep a high-energy dog happy and worn out in a good way, long walks and playtime are already part of my daily routine. Over the years I've walked, fed, and watched dogs for neighbors, friends, and family, and I treat every dog like my own. I just graduated college and I'm spending the summer here before law school starts in August, so I have plenty of time and energy to give your dog real attention, not just a rushed walk around the block. I'm currently doing remote LSAT tutoring this summer, which gives me full flexibility during the day. I can build my schedule around what your dog actually needs, whether that's an early morning walk, a midday drop-in, or an evening visit. I also have my own car, so distance isn't an issue and I can get to you reliably, even on short notice. Your pet's safety comes first, every time. On walks, dogs stay leashed the entire time. When I'm in your home, I double-check that doors and gates are locked before I leave, and I never assume — if you tell me your dog needs to stay away from the back gate or can't be off-leash in the yard, I follow that exactly. I stick to feeding and care instructions as written rather than winging it, and if anything's unclear I'll ask you directly instead of guessing. You'll also get photo or video updates during visits, so you're never left wondering how things went while you were out.

“Haley took wonderful care of our high energy dogs, Grace the Maverick! Grace is an 18-month old vocal German Shepherd (large dog), which can be intimidating. Maverick is an active Husky, full of attitude and personality, who takes a little bit to warm up to new people. They both loved Haley and got plenty of walks, backyard play sessions, and snuggles to keep them in their routine and happy while we were away! We got so many quality pictures and updates all week long. We felt confident they were in great hands!”

Nicole K.

“Erika does a great job caring for my dogs, communicating, and sending pics. They have a few medical issues and she handles their needs very well! Thank you Ericka!!”

Ashley T.

“The day before leaving town, our senior dog turned up with a mystery paw injury-which meant he had trouble getting outside, eating, everything. Elena didn’t hesitate to take on the extra work and to give him (plus our other dog and cats) the TLC he needed to heal up. Everyone seemed happy and well cared for when we returned!”

Amy M.

“Anthony was GREAT! Max loved him and immediately loved being with him. He took great care of him, sent photos and treated Max like his own. Would use him any time!”

David K.

“Melanie is absolutely amazing! From the moment we met, I could tell my dog was in good hands. She took such loving care of him, sent me daily photos and updates, and made sure he stuck to his routine. It’s so hard to find someone you can truly trust, but Melanie went above and beyond. I’ll definitely be booking again — highly recommend her to anyone who wants their dog treated like family! 💕🐶”

Natasa G.

“We couldn’t have asked for a better dog sitter! Julie took such wonderful care of our puppy, and gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. She kept us updated with photos and messages, and it was obvious he was getting plenty of love, attention, and care.”

Tessa C.

About: I’ve cared for both cats and dogs for years and genuinely enjoy spending time with animals. While I’m not a professional trainer, I’m experienced with feeding, walking, playtime, litter box care, and following each pet’s routine. I’ll treat your pets with patience, kindness, and the same care I’d give my own. I’m currently available with a flexible schedule and can provide dependable care for your pets throughout the week, including evenings and weekends. Whether your pet needs a walk, drop-in visit, or overnight care, I’ll make sure they receive plenty of attention, exercise, affection, and reliable care while you’re away. Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I carefully follow feeding schedules, medication instructions, exercise routines, and any special requests. I have experience caring for both dogs and cats and understand that every pet has a unique personality. I’ll provide updates and photos so you can have peace of mind knowing your pet is happy, safe, and well cared for.

“Aaliyah was amazing! She took great care of our house and our dog. We have a nervous guy that got freaked out by the thunderstorms but Aaliyah knew just how to make him feel safe and secure. So glad we booked her and would definitely book her again!”

Brielle F.

“We are so glad we booked Bonnie! It was so nice to be able to not worry about our pets and house while we were out of the country. She went above and beyond to care for our pets and sent us the sweetest updates. Thank you so much!”

Savanah G.

“Took good care of our Pug! Very responsive and flexible!”

Michelle S.

“Suzanna- was a pleasure to work with. She sent me pictures of my dogs while I was out. Very much on time when we discussed leaving and coming back to the house. We certainly felt comfortable with her at our house. Would highly recommend again! Thank you for staying with our pups! Joanna C.”

Joanna C.

“Goka was great. She is trustworthy and obviously loves animals. She took our dog on walks (more than he's used to with just us, which I'm sure he loved), visited frequently and sent us photos of how he was doing. It was really great for him to be able to stay at home.”

Tracy F.