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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley M.
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Ashley M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
188 reviews
67 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL, 60608

Ashley was amazing!! She watched our mini dachshund Ellie for a week and did an incredible job. We got adorable photo updates daily and enjoyed our vacation so much more knowing Ellie was in good hands. Definitely recommend!

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Indra S.
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Ksenia D.
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$46
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
7 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Near North Side, Chicago, IL, 60611

Ksenia took great care of Lola while we were on vacation! This was our second time working with her and she provided updates and gave Lola the care and attention she needed. Thanks so much, Ksenia!

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Christian W.
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Ania Z.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
132 reviews
6 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Near South Side, Chicago, IL, 60605

Ania was great with Ringo. I was very fortunate that she was able to watch him with short notice. She kept me updated and sent pictures daily.

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Timothy B.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL, 60616

Timothy was a wonderful sitter ! He shared updates and photos regularly and gave my dog extra food because I didn’t pack enough. He was also very gracious to let me extend my booking on short notice due to travel delays. Highly recommend Timothy and hope we can book with him again !

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Michelle C.
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Hua “Katrina” F.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
182 reviews
47 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Near South Side, Chicago, IL, 60605

My high energy pup has been in a deep slumber ever since we got home, which tells me she had a blast. And Katrina made me a magnet with the cutest picture of Luna, I love it so much. Thank you!! Truly the best. 😁

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MICHAEL C.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
North Lawndale, CHICAGO, IL, 60623

Sassy had such an amazing time with Michael and Joanna. They really made her feel at home. They have the perfect setup to take care of your pets with all of the essentials and more! Sassy was able to make new friends and receive all the love and attention she desires. They made sure to keep me up to date by sending daily pics and videos. If you are looking for a safe, reliable, and fun environment for your dog, be sure to book with them. They are true pet professionals that provide the support and care needed for your animals. And they even made a cute collar and bandana for Sassy that she loves! I will definitely bring Sassy back whenever I need a sitter.

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Vernetta C.
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E K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
374 reviews
175 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL, 60653

E has a lovely home and yard well-suited to caring for dogs. E kept us updated on Kodi's status throughout our vacation, setting our minds at ease. Thanks!

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Shawn H.
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songen f.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
8 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Loop, Chicago, IL, 60605

Songen did a great job taking care of Sundae while I went on a trip. She provided multiple updates every day and provided plenty of photos and videos. She made me feel so comfortable and that Sundae was in great hands.

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Ann V.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
129 reviews
26 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Near South Side, Chicago, IL, 60605

Ann is so great! My pup seemed to love his stay and she was great about sending daily updates and pics. Would definitely book with her again!

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Julian C.
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Andrea B.
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$53
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Loop, Chicago, IL, 60607

Andrea did a great job watching my dog for the weeks my dog is a rescue and can sometimes be a bit anxious. He did wonderful in Andrea’s home. I would definitely feel comfortable using Andrea in the future.

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Diane C.
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Daphnay S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
10 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Douglas, Chicago, IL, 60653

OMG she was wonderful. Her space was nice and clean she checked in everyday with me I was running late she assured me it was ok my dog went on play dates and much more. I would definitely be using her every time.

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Nathan D.
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$57
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5.0 out of 5 stars
188 reviews
70 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Near North Side, Chicago, IL, 60654

Nate was so great with our pup, Nala. Nala gets bad separation anxiety and Nate (and Stella) was a great match for her. Nate gave us many updates, which not only eased our minds, but Nala looked so happy and peaceful! Will book again and know she is well taken care of.

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Stephanie O.
Sitter Profile Image: Katie M.
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Katie M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
360 reviews
98 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Near North Side, Chicago, IL, 60610

Katie was great with Ziggy! She was able to accommodate a last minute boarding request and send regular updates during Ziggy’s stay. Ziggy came home happy and I would recommend Katie to anyone looking to board their dog.

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Sitter Profile Image: Mia L.
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Mia L.
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$46
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Near North Side, Chicago, IL, 60611

Outstanding host for our two fur babies! Anytime we find a sitter as caring and keen to detail as Mia was to our dogs, we cling on! She’s reliable and she goes the extra mile to make sure the dogs are comfortable and well taken care of. This was a last minute booking because their other sitter was unavailable, however, we feel so lucky to have found her, she adores our dogs and it shows in the interaction between them through the daily photos. We will definitely be booking her again!

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Sara T.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
20 years of experience
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL, 60608

I had a great experience with Sara. She communicated well and was really easy going. She sent pictures and videos. And our dog Boomer seemed to have a great time! I would happily book again!

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Carly R.
Sitter Profile Image: Ann-Marie H.
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Ann-Marie H.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
10 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Near South Side, Chicago, IL, 60605

Ann-Marie took great care of my fur baby while I was out of town. She sent pictures throughout the stay, maintained communication, and was flexible when we pushed our return to a later time. I would definitely recommend her and look forward to hiring her again in the future.

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Cheyanne H.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Near South Side, Chicago, IL, 60616

We have a 14 year old dog who’s regular sitter could not commit to our 3 week Australia trip so I was nervous to find someone new for an older dog. Cheyanne is amazing, she has experience with older dogs and special needs, my dog was so happy with her and even found a “boyfriend” during her long stay. I did not hesitate to book her again for another long trip, our baby ran out of food but Cheyanne went to the store to buy her more “fresh pet” and even gave her a bath! Our dog loves being a high rise dog and Cheyanne spoils her just like we do.

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Gina M.
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Fortino V.
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$41
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
West Town, Chicago, IL, 60642

Fortino was amazing! My dog is pretty high energy and I could tell he was having a great time. Fortino sent regular updates and he took my dog on lots of fun excursions with his own dog. He was very communicative and I could tell he paid close attention to details of my dog’s comfort, personality, etc. He even gave my dog a sweater that previously belonged to his dog but was too small, which was very sweet. Will definitely board with him again.

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Andrea S.
Sitter Profile Image: Kamiah & Casius D.
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Kamiah & Casius D.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
23 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Woodlawn, Chicago, IL, 60637

Thank you so much for taking good care of my Dazz, the videos and updates kept me at ease as I was in another country. Would definitely use your service again!

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Tiffany M.
Sitter Profile Image: Julia L.
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Julia L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
16 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lake View, Chicago, IL, 60613

Julia is the best! Our dog Brandy is always so excited to get to her house!! She loves playing with her dog Bambina and we love knowing she’s in great hands!

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Alexis W.
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Samantha is the best! Cookie has some special needs and can get a little anxious but Samantha was very communicative and took amazing care of Cookie. Cookie looks like he had a super relaxing, stress-free vacation! Samantha was flexible and understanding when our flight home got delayed. We are so thankful to have met Samantha and Cookie is already looking forward to his next stay. Thank you!

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Stephanie B.
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Beth did such a great job with our pup, great communication and totally made us feel confident that she was taken care of. Would definitely recommend her to anyone!

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Cassidy A.
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I had a great experience with Scott as always. He took wonderful care of Bambi and kept me updated throughout the stay. It was clear Bambi was comfortable, happy, and well cared for.

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Nicole V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Cassandra and Chewy were great! Cassandra kept me updated throughout the stay and sent tons of photos. She was very responsive and made me feel completely at ease knowing my dog was in good hands. I would definitely book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter.

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Asantua W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I had a wonderful experience with Alexis! They took excellent care of my dog and kept me updated with photos and messages, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. It was clear that my dog was super happy, loved, comfortable, and well cared for throughout the stay. I truly appreciated their reliability, kindness, and attention to detail. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter, and I will definitely book with them again in the future!

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Vania M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Morgan took really great care of my Reba. She communicated well and sent pictures. I would like to use Morgan again and again

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Sabrina M.
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Lisbeth was amazing! She was great at communicating before and during my dogs stay. My dog had a blast and was tired coming home. Would definitely book again!

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Tim D.
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Carmela did a great job watching Winston again. She was very accommodating and flexible. She's on my quick dial for boarding help!

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Thong L.
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Patrick was great - took excellent care of my dog for a week while I was away - he was available on short notice, and communication was perfect. I’d be happy to use him again!

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Matthew L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience and felt completely at ease leaving my dog in Fareed’s care while I was on vacation. He did an excellent job, provided regular updates with messages and photos, and made sure I always knew how my dog was doing. It was clear that my dog was well cared for, happy, and getting lots of attention. I really appreciated the communication and peace of mind he provided. I would definitely book with him again and highly recommend.

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Jasmine J.
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Ksenia took wonderful care of our dog. We could tell she really cares deeply for the dogs she watches!

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Lexi C.
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Jerrilyn and David were fantastic sitters for our pup! They kept us updated regularly with an abundance of photos, and it was clear our Moose was having a blast with all the company. Moose can't wait for another visit :)

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Audrey P.
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Anthony was communicative, professional, gave us periodic updates & easy to work with. I would highly recommend.

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Ryan D.
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Leo is always so calm and happy after staying with Tyrese and his family. Tyrese is the best- very communicative and accommodating. Thanks for another great stay!

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Briana M.
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E was great! We received daily updates with photos. Waybe loved her stay, she came home so tired from all the playing and attention she got.

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Revital A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Theo is clearly at home with Dani and her Bruno, his best bud. Long walks and beach visits are highlights and Theo comes home happy and tired. Dani loves her dogs and it shows in the special attention and intuitiveness she gives them and has.

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Carol W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience with Sara. She communicated well and was really easy going. She sent pictures and videos. And our dog Boomer seemed to have a great time! I would happily book again!

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Carly R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kseniia was amazing! I left my dog for almost 2 weeks and Kseniia sent daily pics and videos and made sure to update me about any changes with my dog. Super flexible with pickup and drop off times as well.

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Marc R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Cheyanne was absolutely amazing. Our dog enjoyed his time there, and Cheyanne was beyond flexible as we were traveling through the area.

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Nancy W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Eloise had a great time with Steven and we appreciate Steven taking such great care of our girl. Thank you, Steven!

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Sooah K.
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Chicago is €50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs €350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Chicago dog boarding rates can be found as low as €26 to as high as €72 per night.

As of Jun 2026, 4,731 sitters provided dog boarding in Chicago. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.

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Sitters who provide dog boarding in Chicago have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Chicago.

Rover makes it easy to find Chicago dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:

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There are 4,731 dog boarding sitters in Chicago on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Chicago, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 88% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.

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