Pet Sitting Chicago
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“Nadine was great! She was patient with my sassy cat and very communicative with me while I was on vacation. Would definitely use Nadine in the future.”
About: I have been a proud dog mom for the past 9 years, so caring for dogs has always been a big part of my life! I live a very active lifestyle and truly believe our pets deserve to enjoy that same energy, whether that means a long walk, playtime, or simply getting some extra love and attention throughout the day. Over the years, I’ve cared for all kinds of dogs and have regularly dog-sat for friends and neighbors. I recently moved to Chicago and am excited to bring my love for dogs to Rover! I’m especially comfortable with big dogs and high-energy pups who need a little extra exercise, structure, and attention. My goal is to make every pup feel happy, safe, loved, and right at home while they’re in my care. 🐾 I manage & teach at a Pilates studio so my schedule is pretty flexible! I am also a very early riser 🌞 I also have a car, so transportation will never be an issue. Communication is the most important part of caring for your pet! I’ll make sure we’re aligned on your dog’s routine, needs, and preferences, and I’ll keep you updated throughout their time with me. Your pup’s safety, comfort, and happiness always come first.
“Magdalena was incredible! She kept me informed about how my cat Freeway was doing, was always responsive, and sent a lot of pictures (which made my day). Both Freeway and I were lucky to have her care — would 100% rebook.”
About: I've taken care of dogs for my neighbors and family friends throughout middle school and into high school! I have experience walking dogs and taking care of them when their people were on vacation! I am happy to send pictures or videos updates of your pup and will gladly play with them! I am excited to have wide availability to take care of animals! I am open to mornings, evenings, and would be more than happy to stay overnight! I really enjoy spending time with animals! It's important to me to get to know your pet! I would love for you to share with me how you care for your pets, so that I can care for them as well as you do! I love to cuddle, play, and engage with all dogs and cats!
“Tim helped me with the care of my two dogs while I was out of town and my husband had some long work days. The dogs absolutely loved him and he updated me every visit with pictures and told me how they were doing. I will definitely be asking Tim to watch my boys in the future!”
“Sarah is professional, caring, and communicative and gave regular updates which I really appreciated. My cat was totally relaxed when I got home. Sarah is my new go to cat sitter!”
About: Up until recently I had a large reactive dog. She was my best friend and taught me not only patience, but also taught me so much about dogs. I wfh and am looking to add a little something to my schedule. I would love to give your dog the exercise it needs while you’re at work. I am willing to work with reactive dogs in case by case basis. I am also a dog walking volunteer at CACC. I wfh and have flexibility in my schedule. I am available afternoons and evenings m-f and can work something out on weekends if it was needed. I would take care of your animals at your home based on instructions you give me for you pet. I respect you as an owner and your pet and do not want to give overstep and boundaries
“Mairead is the best cat sitter! Howie and Gus looked forward to their daily visit. Mairead treated them like her own cats and it brought so much comfort while we were out of town. Thanks Mairead!”
“Sofiia was phenomenal! We needed someone to check in on our cat last minute, and Sofiia was very responsive and proactive to make sure that were no issues. A delight to work with and gave great updates from visits!”
“A truly fantastic catsitter who I always book--Yesenia cares about my cats, plays with them, and makes them happy while I am gone. I am never stressed or concerned about them when I book her.”
“Andres was SUPER easy to work with and great with our very senior cat Elmer. When my husband and I are away, we kind of need someone who’ll allow us to not think about what’s going on at home and Andres did just that- made it easy to be away from our lil guy. Thank you!”
“Eunice was so kind and jumped in to watch Goonie very last minute. I appreciated her updates and how she was kind enough to clean up his messes!! Looking forward to working with her again!!”
“Had an unexpected emergency and needed to leave town. Had a ton of anxiety signing up for Rover to have someone watch our Luna. Rachel did an amazing job! Was very communicative, sent the best photos and updates. 10/10 would recommend”
“Great walker! Very reliable, punctual, and caring. My dog was happy and well taken care of, and I really appreciated the updates and photos during the walk. You can tell they genuinely love animals and treat them with care. I would definitely book again and highly recommend!”
“Janiyah was outstanding and I’d definitely book her again! Her communication was great and she was punctual on every drop in. She took great care of my babies and was very attentive to detail. I was comfortable while I was away knowing that my boys were in great hands. I loved all the pictures and videos too! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her!”
“Jenna was incredibly kind and communicative during her stay with my cat, I had to adjust my stay last minute due to a family emergency and she was completely understanding. As a rover sitter myself, I would wholly trust my cat in her care again. :)”
“This is my second time working with Jozelin, and it was an absolute breeze! She does such a great job communicating throughout the day, and I completely trust that my cats are in great hands with her!”
“Lorena is a great dog walker and sitter! She responded to all of my requests quickly and she works so well with my elderly dog. I’ve used her services for both dog sitting at her place and for check-in walks over weekends away. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable sitter!”
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Chicago is $20
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Chicago
Mina is everything you're looking for in a Rover! She was on time every day, sent tons of photos/videos and written updates on our pets mood/state of play! Fantastic communication. Our home was exactly as we left it. Biscotti's food and water was full when we got back. We were away for quite some time, and she provided our pet the consistency we were looking for during our trip and made us feel confident our pet was in good hands. This was our first time using Rover and we will 10/10 be requesting Mina again in the future. Thank you!
Lisa remains our go-to person for watching our cats when we go out of town. She keeps us updated on how the cats are doing and sends plenty of pictures. She also makes sure that our one cat takes his meds with his food. We can trust Lisa to make sure the cats are well-cared for when we are not there.
Katie was great. She did everything that was asked. She played with the cats, sent photos and was able to give my cat medicine which isn’t the easiest of tasks! I would recommend her to any cat owner and in the future if she is available I would hire her again! Thanks Katie!
Leila went above and beyond with her care of my two cats while I was out of town! She sent me detailed updates about how the cats were doing every day and how they were interacting with her. She cleaned up after each visit and even vacuumed up some litter outside of the litter box! I came home to two very happy and well cared-for cats. Thank you Leila!
Tierney did an amazing job watching my seven month puppy and 4 year old cat. She was so attentive to their individual needs and personalities. It just so happened when she was watching our little ones it was time to transition my puppy to adult food. She kept me updated through the process and I knew my babies were in good hands the entire time I was away. She is also an excellent pet photographer
Our cat Rocket loves Emily :) Emily took care of Rocket a couple times now during our trip, including some long-term ones. That meant Emily had to come in twice a day, every day, for 2-3 weeks. She wasn't late to a single visit, gave Rocket lots of pets and attention, and sent us a lot of pictures while we were overseas. She truly went above and beyond as a sitter and we cannot recommend Emily enough!
Morgan cared for our senior cats, including one with complex medical needs, and understood how important routine is to their health and sense of security. Her medication experience including insulin, attention to detailed instructions, and calm, dependable manner gave us confidence in her care. Highly recommend.
Nadine did an amazing job taking care of our dog! She was super flexible, responsive, and made the whole process really easy for us. You can tell she genuinely cares about the dogs she watches, and we felt completely comfortable knowing our dog was in good hands. She was reliable, attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly. We really appreciate everything she did and would absolutely recommend Nadine to anyone looking for a great sitter!
Dominic took care of our two cats, Borah and Zoey, while we were away for a week. He was reliable and consistent, arriving around the same time each day. We really appreciated knowing they were being checked on while we were away and would happily recommend him!
Ning was a wonderful cat sitter! She was very reliable, caring, and attentive, and took great care of my cat while I was away. She kept me updated during the visits, which gave me great peace of mind. Everything went smoothly, and I came home to a happy and well-cared-for cat. I would definitely book with Ning again and highly recommend her!
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- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Sitting in Chicago on Rover is $22.2 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 12,298 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Chicago. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.
Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Chicago stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.
Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.
If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.
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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .
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 Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Chicago. On Rover:
- 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 95% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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