House Sitting In Crystal Lake
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“Thank you so much for caring for our dogs while we were away. This was our first vacation away from them, and honestly one of the hardest parts was trusting someone new with such important members of our family. We were nervous leaving them and worried about how they would adjust, but your kindness, patience, and care gave us so much comfort and peace of mind. It meant more to us than we can properly put into words knowing they were safe, loved, and cared for while we were gone. Thank you for helping make such a big step feel a little easier for both us and the dogs. We truly appreciate you.”

“Isabel was great. She was flexible with our last minute change of plans and was willing to work with us still. She did great at looking after our doggies and making sure they were safe. Thank you Isabel!”

“Alexis watched my two pups for a long weekend and did a great job. One of my dogs is pretty high maintenance -can’t leave anything on the counters, have to lock the trash, wears a belly band when you leave-kind of high maintenance. Alexis was able to manage all of that on top of walks and entertaining them. She was fantastic.”

“Barbara always takes such good care of our dogs! She stayed at our house this time and did a wonderful job. We love receiving the regular updates she sends. We know Dixie and Cupid are in great hands with Barbara!”


About: I’ve been around dogs my entire life, ever since I was born, they’ve always been part of my family. I’ve helped care for dogs through every stage of life, from newborn puppies to senior companions. More recently, I became a cat mom after finding my little guy roaming around a work site. I knew I could give him a safe and loving home, and he’s been a wonderful addition to my family ever since. While I’m new to professional pet sitting, I have many years of hands-on experience caring for pets of all ages. I understand how important pets are and will treat your furry family members with the same love, patience, and care I give my own. I’m happy to provide regular updates and photos so you can have peace of mind while you’re away. I look forward to meeting and caring for your pets! I’m available Tuesday through Sunday, with full availability on weekends. I work a hybrid schedule, so I’m flexible for weekday visits and able to work from home most days. Mondays are my only limited day due to being in the office part-time. I’m also available for overnight stays with advance notice. I provide pet care in my clients’ homes so pets can stay comfortable in their familiar environment and routine. I follow all care instructions closely, including feeding, medication, and household guidelines. I prioritize safety, respect for your home, and will always provide updates so you know your pets are safe and well cared for.
“Kendra did a great job, even though there was a winter storm she still went thru all the trouble to make sure my dogs were taken care of, she’s very attentive, kind to our dogs and great communication with us, throughout the stay.”

“Cristina did a fantastic job babysitting our two dogs while we were traveling for over a week. Giorgi and Lucy love spending time with her. She kept us well-informed with regular updates and sent us plenty of pictures. Thank you, Cristina, for taking such great care of our pups!”


“Lynnsee was great! She came for a meet and greet a few days before and hit it off right away with our three Great Danes. She was prompt, sent lots of adorable pics, followed our care/feeding/medicine requests and left the house spotless as a bonus! The pups had a great time and were in fantastic condition when we got home. We’ll definitely use Lynnsee again!”

“Awesome experience..Happy dog! Kyle stayed at our house for extended weekend with our Hazel and her disposition was so much better than when she is boarded while we are gone. Kyle went above and beyond on also taking care of the house and communicating with us! I definitely would use him again!”

“Gary was a pleasure to work with. Our boys took to him right away. He kept us updated on a regular basis and relieved most of the stress of leaving our boys behind. He took lots of pics and we were always happy to hear from him and how the boys were doing. We would absolutely recommend him to anyone and we will certainly be using him in the future. Thanks, Gary!!”

“Kobi loved Jasmine. I had nothing to worry about while on vacation. I received constant updates which gave me that peace of mind. Glad I trusted her with my baby! Will be booking again.”

“Carla was absolutely wonderful with our pup while we were away! She gave her so much love and attention and kept up with her medication regimen. She was very communicative and left our home just the way we left it.”

“What can we say? This is hands down the most impressive house/pet sitter we have ever had. Very professional, such great responsiveness and communication, care for our home and our babies. Kayla is a GEM and if you can get on her calendar, consider yourself lucky! Thank you Kayla for making our vacation worry-free!”

About: We’re a family-owned professional pet care team that treats every dog like part of our own family. My husband and I proudly run our pet care business together, providing safe, reliable, and personalized care in a loving home-style environment. We’re highly rated on Google and recently expanded to Rover so we can continue building trusted relationships with more local pet parents. With experience managing high-volume daycare and boarding facilities, I specialize in structured, attentive care for dogs of all ages and personalities — including puppies, high-energy dogs, and pets that may need extra patience, supervision, or routine support. We also work on basic training reinforcement, socialization, and maintaining healthy daily routines while your pet is in our care. Our goal is to provide more than just supervision — we focus on creating a safe, comfortable, and stress-free experience where every pet feels loved, engaged, and treated like family. We believe in consistent communication, dependable care, and giving pet parents peace of mind while they’re away. Always choose quality over price ! Pet care is a big part of my daily routine, so I’m able to provide consistent supervision, structure, and attention throughout the day. I offer flexible scheduling for daycare, boarding, and drop-ins, including weekdays and weekends. My routine is built around feeding schedules, playtime, rest periods, and maintaining a calm, safe environment so each dog feels comfortable and cared for. Safety is my top priority. I provide a clean, structured, home-style environment with constant supervision and controlled group interactions based on each dog’s temperament. I’m experienced in handling puppies, high-energy dogs, and those needing extra attention or slower introductions. I follow feeding instructions carefully, monitor behavior closely, and keep pet parents updated with regular communication so you always feel confident your dog is in good hands.
“Christy was amazing with my pup! She stayed in my home for the weekend to watch her. She was extremely attentive and loving with my girl - sent me tons of photos and videos the whole weekend. I never even had to ask! I'll definitely be using her again.. highly recommend!”


“Janette was flexible, responsive, and responsible. She managed to give our cat her steroid medication. She took good care of both my fur baby and the house, and we appreciate her very much. I would recommend her to anyone.”

“Regina did an amazing job taking care of my babies while we where out the country. Her flexibility made it so easy for my babies to adjust to our absence. Will definitely use her again.”

About: I've taken care of both dogs and cats and have owned both! Pet sitting isn't just a job for me, it brings me joy! I've been around animals all my life and I am also bilingual! I work part time only 8am to 1pm so I am fully available after that! On Saturdays I work 9-3! I'd love to fit in pet care anywhere after! I care for my 2 cats with constant love, attention, play time and stimulation! They are very well loved! I have also taken care of my family dog for almost my entire life! No matter what age or breed I am %100 capable!
Crystal Lake pet parents share their Rover experiences
Maddy was one of the best animal sitters we have ever had!!! She is so kind, and her attention to detail is amazing!! Her communication is spot on. She provided us with pictures every day of our crew and they always looked so relaxed and peaceful in every picture. She left our home cleaner than when we left it. I would love to adopt her as a member of our family! I can't sat enough wonderful things about her.

We had a wonderful experience with Ava as our dog sitter. She was extremely responsive, kept us updated with pictures and videos, and gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. She clearly cared for our dogs and treated our home with respect. She was absolutely lovely to work with from start to finish. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring sitter.

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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Crystal Lake.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Crystal Lake house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.








