Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Avalon Park, Chicago, IL
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“This was my very first time booking with Rover and Cassandra did a great job. It definitely put my mind at ease having her take care of our dog while we were away. Thank you!!”
“Second time having Coretta pet sitter. Very satisfied with the quality of care she gave my cat. I feel at ease traveling knowing Coretta is watching my cat. Coretta follows instructions well and leave amazing updates about you pet. Would recommend to anyone looking for a pet sitter”
“Laurel has been great with our dog! Rufio was super happy and she was very prompt with visits, great to work with on scheduling, and very friendly! Plus got some super cute pics of the pup during her visits :)”
“Samantha was fantastic - she was extremely responsive when I initially reached out to ask for her availability, set up a meet and greet a few days before I left for my trip, and followed every instruction I gave her to a T. She was on time and sent adorable photos of my pets during her drop-in visits. 10/10 would recommend Samantha for your pet sitting needs!”
“Beverly did a fantastic job taking care of our cat! She was attentive with pictures and messages on each visit. She even double checked with us about the cat's food routine to be sure she was giving him enough. Lovely experience with a lovely person!!!”
“Roxy was responsive, arrived as scheduled, and checked on our pets as requested. I also appreciate Roxy bringing in our mail packages that were left at the door. Thank you!”
About: I'd love to meet your dog or cat and you can trust I'll treat them like my own. I know how to keep them safe and happy while you're away. I'll send you a good photo too my camera roll is mostly all photos of dogs. Please do not hire me if you crate your dog, I won't do that. I work freelance so my availability is flexible. I prefer we conduct a meet and greet first, to make sure your pet is comfortable with our plans! Walks and care provided in clients home only, I can't provide boarding. I will be sure we establish comfort in our meet and greet, please be sure to provide vet information in case of any unexpected emergency.
About: I myself have four pets, one being a senior dog so there's plenty of experience there. She came as a rescue so I'm used to being gentle and working at a dogs pace whether it's sitting with them while they eat or easing them into their kennel. I'm currently a student with classes just twice a week and I work part time remotely, so I have plenty of time to play, walk, and engage with your pets. In my own home, my pets are fed on a schedule, your pets would be fed according to the standards set. Additionally, I keep their spaces clean so if you have a puppy or a senior who can't quite hold their bladder that's something I'm fully prepared for. I also ensure that they get various types of stimulation from walks, to sniff time, to reward based training (if allowed).
“Dominique did a wonderful job! She was the first sitter I hired for my new pet. Her videos and pictures of my little kitten made me feel a lot better about having to leave. I hope to employ Dominique many times in the future, she makes sure our fur babies are safe and loved.”
“Shakira did an awesome job dropping-in on the two girls while we were away. She kept us up-to-date with pictures and let us know when some special needs arose...went above and beyond to take care of them. Highly recommended...we will definitely look forward to booking her again in the future.”
About: I grew up with a rescue dog and have always loved animals. Now I live with 3 cats! 1 yr of professional dog experience :) Im a practicing artist, and I take my work with me on the go wherever I am. Currently I can petsit any day of the week, will asjust schedule as needed. I love meeting the client and their pets ahead of time if possible! I always keep a cool head, and I play the animals music. I know they are anxious being away from their owners and just try to reassure them the best I can! I find lots of playtime helps :)
About: I have experience with dogs with anxiety who use medication, needy/clingy dogs, and dogs with disabilities. I am extremely thorough and patient in case something goes wrong with them and I maintain a calm demeanor at all times. When it comes to instructions, please provide a brief, detailed description of your pet's daily routine and I'll follow it to the letter. I'm currently a graduate student at CSU; summers are a slow period for me. I am more than willing to babysit pets for as many nights, walks, feeding times as needed. During school time I will do walks, feeding visits and the occasional overnight weekend stay. I am committed to your pet's comfort level and will adapt to their schedule to the best of my ability. I will spoil them rotten because I absolutely love all dogs and cats of all shapes and mannerisms. Even if they hate me. If I am confused about anything regarding your pet's behavior, such as licking paws, over-grooming, an increase in urination, I will let you know about it as soon as I see it. I also LOVE talking to the pets so I will have full-on conversations with them. I'm especially good with repeat visits so if you are interested in having a one-time sitter for the next few years, I'm MORE than willing to take up that responsibility. Familiarity is very important with pets and as mentioned before, I am focused on the pet's comfort.
About: I've owned dogs of all size and ages. I provide many services including walking, feeding, playtime and giving so much love. I can provided nothing but the best care while you're away. I have a flexible and open summer schedule. I am available at anytime of the day to support your furry companion. I can be available to you when you need! I have a fenced yard and secured home and will provided constant supervision of your pet. Your pet will receive the exact care that you outline.
About: I have always been around animals. Whether it be fish, birds, amphibians, spiders, rabbits, dogs, and cats. I noticed animals have always taken a liking to me as well! When I visited Hawaii , all the birds and lizards always stopped and walked in front of me. A bird even came and sat next to me! I’ve had my cat ,Layla, for 5 years now. She was my sisters initially, she is currently 12 years old now! My labradoodle Chase, is more so the “family” pet (but he’s all mine to me) lol. Out on the street animals usually rub against me so I can pet them. All my friends have pets and whenever I visit their fur babies are sometimes the first ones to greet me instead of my friends! I have open availability! I am currently taking a gap year from school and was recently terminated from a job (ouch) so I have a wide range of availability. I will ensure your pets are always in sight. I know what mischief a pet can get into when they’re out of sight and too quiet. When outside I will ensure all doors, gates, etc. are locked so they can’t escape or get away from me. With my own pets I ensure my dog is always free to roam through the front to backyard, while making sure the gates are locked. My cat is too terrified to step foot outside lol.
About: As a cat owner myself, I’ve always felt emotionally supported by animals and want to give back. I have been living in cats for about 3 years now ranging from referring services and tools to getting baby kittens to families. I have a unique relationship with cats and treat them as siblings as I believe many of our spirits are like cats. I am a part time artist an activist who is mostly available mornings and weekends. I can be flexible to some evenings with advance notice! I like to treat cats as if they are small children and use trauma informed techniques I’d use in cats with animals. It may sound silly but the basics: try not to yet at kids, understand their needs and keeping a schedule and agenda for yourself or how you’ll interact with them. Every cat has a different personality
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Cassandra H.
“This was my very first time booking with Rover and Cassandra did a great job. It definitely put my mind at ease having her take care of our dog while we were away. Thank you!!”
Coretta S.Star Sitter
“Second time having Coretta pet sitter. Very satisfied with the quality of care she gave my cat. I feel at ease traveling knowing Coretta is watching my cat. Coretta follows instructions well and leave amazing updates about you pet. Would recommend to anyone looking for a pet sitter”
Luwam Z.Star Sitter
“Thank you!!!”
Laurel M.Star Sitter
“Laurel has been great with our dog! Rufio was super happy and she was very prompt with visits, great to work with on scheduling, and very friendly! Plus got some super cute pics of the pup during her visits :)”
Samantha E.Star Sitter
“Samantha was fantastic - she was extremely responsive when I initially reached out to ask for her availability, set up a meet and greet a few days before I left for my trip, and followed every instruction I gave her to a T. She was on time and sent adorable photos of my pets during her drop-in visits. 10/10 would recommend Samantha for your pet sitting needs!”
Beverly B.Star Sitter
“Beverly did a fantastic job taking care of our cat! She was attentive with pictures and messages on each visit. She even double checked with us about the cat's food routine to be sure she was giving him enough. Lovely experience with a lovely person!!!”
Daniela M.
“Daniela is great! She is very responsive and my dogs really enjoy her.”
Jayden Phoenix (They/Them) P.Star Sitter
“Roxy was responsive, arrived as scheduled, and checked on our pets as requested. I also appreciate Roxy bringing in our mail packages that were left at the door. Thank you!”
Moria S.Star Sitter
“Moria is an amazing person and an even better cat sitter! My boys were so happy with them and I’m grateful for their service!”
Jennifer D.
“I’ve known Jennifer for nearly thirty years. She has always had pets since I’ve known her, and she has always been a loving caregiver to them. I would absolutely recommend her as a responsible caretaker for your pets.”
Veerali R.
About: I myself have four pets, one being a senior dog so there's plenty of experience there. She came as a rescue so I'm used to being gentle and working at a dogs pace whether it's sitting with them while they eat or easing them into their kennel. I'm currently a student with classes just twice a week and I work part time remotely, so I have plenty of time to play, walk, and engage with your pets. In my own home, my pets are fed on a schedule, your pets would be fed according to the standards set. Additionally, I keep their spaces clean so if you have a puppy or a senior who can't quite hold their bladder that's something I'm fully prepared for. I also ensure that they get various types of stimulation from walks, to sniff time, to reward based training (if allowed).
Dominique F.
“Dominique did a wonderful job! She was the first sitter I hired for my new pet. Her videos and pictures of my little kitten made me feel a lot better about having to leave. I hope to employ Dominique many times in the future, she makes sure our fur babies are safe and loved.”
Shakira C.
“Shakira did an awesome job dropping-in on the two girls while we were away. She kept us up-to-date with pictures and let us know when some special needs arose...went above and beyond to take care of them. Highly recommended...we will definitely look forward to booking her again in the future.”
Shantell B.
“Shantell does a great job taking care of my fur baby. He feels comfortable around her and responds well.”
Sol S.
“Sol was truly so wonderful with our dog, Pony, and came through for us in a big way with a last-minute request (for *four* days of sitting!) Also I think it's worth noting that when we returned, Pony was noticeably better behaved on his leash for walks. Pony's pretty big (85 lbs!) and can be rambunctious, but it was so clear from the get-go that Sol had everything totally under control. He came to us highly recommended by another dog/house sitter we love, and now that we've been able to work together, I would recommend him to anyone!”
Alexa B.Star Sitter
“I've had Alexa cat sit for us several times when I've gone on vacation. She always takes care to make sure that the cats are fed and that the litter box is cleaned on time. Another nice thing about Alexa is that she also gives the cats plenty of physical activity which is greatly appreciated. One final thing that I want to make a note of is that she is very careful regarding how much she feeds the cats. One of our cats tends to over eat and can be food aggressive, so it is tempting to over feed him. Alexa does not give into his demands and helps him stay on his intended diet.”
Ivory G.
“Ivory took amazing care of my rottie baby. I love her attention to the note I left and the many pictures that she provided while we were away. I will be booking again soon. Thanks again, Ivory and Mellow missing you!”
Tonisa J.
“She is awesome with our doggy”
Savannah V.
About: I have always been around animals. Whether it be fish, birds, amphibians, spiders, rabbits, dogs, and cats. I noticed animals have always taken a liking to me as well! When I visited Hawaii , all the birds and lizards always stopped and walked in front of me. A bird even came and sat next to me! I’ve had my cat ,Layla, for 5 years now. She was my sisters initially, she is currently 12 years old now! My labradoodle Chase, is more so the “family” pet (but he’s all mine to me) lol. Out on the street animals usually rub against me so I can pet them. All my friends have pets and whenever I visit their fur babies are sometimes the first ones to greet me instead of my friends! I have open availability! I am currently taking a gap year from school and was recently terminated from a job (ouch) so I have a wide range of availability. I will ensure your pets are always in sight. I know what mischief a pet can get into when they’re out of sight and too quiet. When outside I will ensure all doors, gates, etc. are locked so they can’t escape or get away from me. With my own pets I ensure my dog is always free to roam through the front to backyard, while making sure the gates are locked. My cat is too terrified to step foot outside lol.
China S.
“China would be a great person to take care of your pets. She has pets at home and group up with pets so that ads to the experience, so she knows what a would need and what will entertain them.”
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Avalon Park pet parents share their Rover experiences
Georgina was a true saint in a stressful situation! A different sitter that I booked cancelled on me after the visit time was supposed to start, on Christmas Eve. Hours away from home and in a panic, I messaged Georgina to ask if she could come by on Christmas Day - and she got back to me right away and agreed to come feed my cats. She really saved our holiday! She took excellent care of my cats, was incredibly punctual, and even went above and beyond and gave some food to the stray cats I feed outside. Thank you so much!!!
Sinmisola did a great job !!! He took care of our two cats . He came to my house and gave them the medicine they needed twice a day for 5 straight days. He was very gentle with the cats and we felt comfortable with him have access to our home. Because of him we were able to take our vacation with peace of mind. Thanks you so much Sinmisola. We will indeed be using you again on our next vacation.
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