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“Ben is friendly, direct, and very good with my dogs! We did a meet & get before leaving the dogs with him for a week- it was about 30 minutes and went well. Ben's dog is a gem and kept my large dog busy, while Ben's cat was thankfully cautious of my small dog (I didn't know he didn't do well with cats!) The residence has an excellent back yard and Ben accommodated my fence-jumper by putting a stake and lead in his yard. We received daily photos of my pups, which were truly appreciated. My dogs were happy and healthy when I picked them up. I will gladly book with Ben again!”


“We were very pleased with how Laura took care of Ozzie. My dog loved being at her home with other dogs. She sent us multiple photos with updates on my dog. She took him in with a very short notice and was able to change the pick up times. Highly recommend !!”


“Victoria was amazing! This was the first time we had left our puppy with someone and she immediately put us at ease. She was incredibly attentive and sent us lots of pictures and updates. I look forward to having her take care of Timo again!”


“Christina did a great job caring for my little Yorkie Shamrock while I was out of town. My dog is shy with new people. She knew what to do and quickly won him over so he was comfortable with her. She was able to take him on walks during the day. I would highly recommend her for your pet care needs.”



“Rebecca took great care of our dog over 5 days- has a great fenced in area for dogs to play and run around when they want to. Rebecca is responsive and sent photos and very pleasant. We highly recommend and would use her services again when we come back to town.”



“Melynda was amazing, she responded quickly when I messaged her. She made sure we had a meet & greet prior to our dogs stay which was great so we knew everyone would get a long & so she had a more thorough understanding of the care our dogs needed. We got picture & text updates each day which I loved so knew my babies were happy. They came home very happy & tired even our little 6 month old corgi was napping all night which is rare for her lol!”


“I felt totally at ease leaving my dogs with Jackie. She kept me updated with photos and videos every day, and the dogs were very happy with her. I plan on booking with her again!”


“Rebecca always takes great care of Diamond when he visits. She provides pictures and constant updates. He's always excited when he gets there so i know he has a great time. I recommend her service.”


“Ken is AWESOME! He took the time to learn about my dog and let him warm up to him. He kept me updated with pictures or videos every day that I was away. Jerry (my dog) LOVED playing Ken’s dog and kids too. 100% WILL be using him for any future vacations or walking needs. Can’t recommend him enough!!!!”

“Zoe had a wonderful stay. John is kind and very easy to work with. We appreciated the daily updates and pictures and how well she was cared for. We would use him again!”


“Elizabeth does an awesome job with my 6 yr old terrier mix. She is the best at making him feel at home which makes me feel at ease knowing he is being treated well with lots of cuddles, love and special attention. I 100% recommend her and will definitely use her again.”



“Stella and her lovely family were absolutely wonderful with our guy. They were of course very much experienced and knowledgeable. They provided daily feedback and were very responsive to any messages. Highly recommend and would come back!”


“We have used Melody twice to watch our miniature dachshund, Phoebe. The most recent stay was 7 nights; Melody did an excellent job providing cute photos and videos daily. Phoebe had a fun time going on walks and playing fetch with all of her toys. We would definitely use Melody again!”



“Tricia was awesome! Her dogs are so cute & you can tell she really loves animals as this is all she does so her main priority is your babies. We got so many texts while we were away which we thought was amazing. Knowing our babies were happy & doing good made us feel really good about leaving them with her. They loved her & she loved them too & my little Bella was super tired when we got her back and napping all night which was such a relief. We can’t wait to have them stay with her again and I’m sure they’ll be excited too!”


About: Individual approach - I take into account the needs of each pet, creating a comfortable atmosphere. Responsible and attentive to details - I carefully monitor the diet, walks and general condition of the pet. Love and care - sincere love and care for animals makes my care heartfelt and warm. I work from home. My flexible work schedule allows me to schedule walks and feedings at a convenient time. Pets can feel safe and receive attention when they need it. Animals are not left alone for long periods of time and do not experience anxiety or stress. I have a fenced yard - this makes caring for your pets easier and more comfortable, creating a safe and enjoyable environment for them to enjoy active recreation

“We needed care for our almost 13 year old quirky dog, Lucy for a week while we traveled to Michigan to be with my mom while she had major surgery/recovery. I found Debbie on Rover and contacted her regarding boarding Lucy while we were gone. On the phone, I immediately felt comfortable with Debbie. We chatted for 15-20 minutes and I told her all of Lucy's "quirks." She invited us over for a meet and greet right away to ensure Lucy (and us) felt comfortable. Our Lucy has been recovering from a leg injury and also has been a VERY picky eater. Therefore we needed someone that would be very patient with her. Debbie and her family were amazing. Debbie and her husband were able to get Lucy to eat regularly and also take her vitamins! This has been a feat for us let me tell you! They even taught me a couple tricks to get Lucy to eat her vitamins! And since Lucy has come home, she has been so much better with her eating and her leg as well! I couldn’t be more happy ? We received updates every single day...and Debbie took so many beautiful photos of Lucy. She really has a talent for photography! I never had to worry for a minute about Lucy. She was spoiled rotten by Debbie and her family. We cannot express how grateful we are to have found Debbie and her family.”


“Sabrina was very good for our dogs, letting them get a lot of exercise in her safe, fenced-in yard. She is friendly and very experienced with dogs, and kept us informed about how the pups were doing along with pictures and videos. We have finally found a safe place for our pups so we can travel a bit more.”


“Jacqueline and Uriel loved my dog just like she was their own. I really appreciated the photos and videos throughout her time with them! I highly recommend and will visit again!”


“Jessica & Aaron went above and beyond. Yes, they cared for my two pups and they sent me regular texts. But I had a chance to see through their storm door and see my two pups be involved with the family interaction. It was heartwarming to see since I know they were truly treated like they were family. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again.”


“I can't express how grateful I am for Katie and her family. From the moment I met them, I knew they were the perfect fit for Layla. The pictures and feedback I received assured me that my senior dog was in great hands! Thank you ❤️”

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21. Ben J.

“Ben is friendly, direct, and very good with my dogs! We did a meet & get before leaving the dogs with him for a week- it was about 30 minutes and went well. Ben's dog is a gem and kept my large dog busy, while Ben's cat was thankfully cautious of my small dog (I didn't know he didn't do well with cats!) The residence has an excellent back yard and Ben accommodated my fence-jumper by putting a stake and lead in his yard. We received daily photos of my pups, which were truly appreciated. My dogs were happy and healthy when I picked them up. I will gladly book with Ben again!”


22. Laura & Ryan A.

“We were very pleased with how Laura took care of Ozzie. My dog loved being at her home with other dogs. She sent us multiple photos with updates on my dog. She took him in with a very short notice and was able to change the pick up times. Highly recommend !!”


23. Victoria K.

“Victoria was amazing! This was the first time we had left our puppy with someone and she immediately put us at ease. She was incredibly attentive and sent us lots of pictures and updates. I look forward to having her take care of Timo again!”


24. christina r.

“Christina did a great job caring for my little Yorkie Shamrock while I was out of town. My dog is shy with new people. She knew what to do and quickly won him over so he was comfortable with her. She was able to take him on walks during the day. I would highly recommend her for your pet care needs.”




25. Rebecca H.


“Rebecca took great care of our dog over 5 days- has a great fenced in area for dogs to play and run around when they want to. Rebecca is responsive and sent photos and very pleasant. We highly recommend and would use her services again when we come back to town.”




26. Melynda E.

“Melynda was amazing, she responded quickly when I messaged her. She made sure we had a meet & greet prior to our dogs stay which was great so we knew everyone would get a long & so she had a more thorough understanding of the care our dogs needed. We got picture & text updates each day which I loved so knew my babies were happy. They came home very happy & tired even our little 6 month old corgi was napping all night which is rare for her lol!”


27. Jackie W.

“I felt totally at ease leaving my dogs with Jackie. She kept me updated with photos and videos every day, and the dogs were very happy with her. I plan on booking with her again!”


28. Rebecca D.

“Rebecca always takes great care of Diamond when he visits. She provides pictures and constant updates. He's always excited when he gets there so i know he has a great time. I recommend her service.”


29. Kenneth C.
“Ken is AWESOME! He took the time to learn about my dog and let him warm up to him. He kept me updated with pictures or videos every day that I was away. Jerry (my dog) LOVED playing Ken’s dog and kids too. 100% WILL be using him for any future vacations or walking needs. Can’t recommend him enough!!!!”


30. John S.

“Zoe had a wonderful stay. John is kind and very easy to work with. We appreciated the daily updates and pictures and how well she was cared for. We would use him again!”


31. Elizabeth B.

“Elizabeth does an awesome job with my 6 yr old terrier mix. She is the best at making him feel at home which makes me feel at ease knowing he is being treated well with lots of cuddles, love and special attention. I 100% recommend her and will definitely use her again.”




32. Stella G.


“Stella and her lovely family were absolutely wonderful with our guy. They were of course very much experienced and knowledgeable. They provided daily feedback and were very responsive to any messages. Highly recommend and would come back!”


33. Melody C.

“We have used Melody twice to watch our miniature dachshund, Phoebe. The most recent stay was 7 nights; Melody did an excellent job providing cute photos and videos daily. Phoebe had a fun time going on walks and playing fetch with all of her toys. We would definitely use Melody again!”




34. Tricia T.

“Tricia was awesome! Her dogs are so cute & you can tell she really loves animals as this is all she does so her main priority is your babies. We got so many texts while we were away which we thought was amazing. Knowing our babies were happy & doing good made us feel really good about leaving them with her. They loved her & she loved them too & my little Bella was super tired when we got her back and napping all night which was such a relief. We can’t wait to have them stay with her again and I’m sure they’ll be excited too!”


35. Anzhalika M.
About: Individual approach - I take into account the needs of each pet, creating a comfortable atmosphere. Responsible and attentive to details - I carefully monitor the diet, walks and general condition of the pet. Love and care - sincere love and care for animals makes my care heartfelt and warm. I work from home. My flexible work schedule allows me to schedule walks and feedings at a convenient time. Pets can feel safe and receive attention when they need it. Animals are not left alone for long periods of time and do not experience anxiety or stress. I have a fenced yard - this makes caring for your pets easier and more comfortable, creating a safe and enjoyable environment for them to enjoy active recreation


36. Debbie K.


“We needed care for our almost 13 year old quirky dog, Lucy for a week while we traveled to Michigan to be with my mom while she had major surgery/recovery. I found Debbie on Rover and contacted her regarding boarding Lucy while we were gone. On the phone, I immediately felt comfortable with Debbie. We chatted for 15-20 minutes and I told her all of Lucy's "quirks." She invited us over for a meet and greet right away to ensure Lucy (and us) felt comfortable. Our Lucy has been recovering from a leg injury and also has been a VERY picky eater. Therefore we needed someone that would be very patient with her. Debbie and her family were amazing. Debbie and her husband were able to get Lucy to eat regularly and also take her vitamins! This has been a feat for us let me tell you! They even taught me a couple tricks to get Lucy to eat her vitamins! And since Lucy has come home, she has been so much better with her eating and her leg as well! I couldn’t be more happy ? We received updates every single day...and Debbie took so many beautiful photos of Lucy. She really has a talent for photography! I never had to worry for a minute about Lucy. She was spoiled rotten by Debbie and her family. We cannot express how grateful we are to have found Debbie and her family.”


37. Sabrina N.

“Sabrina was very good for our dogs, letting them get a lot of exercise in her safe, fenced-in yard. She is friendly and very experienced with dogs, and kept us informed about how the pups were doing along with pictures and videos. We have finally found a safe place for our pups so we can travel a bit more.”


38. Jacqueline & Uriel C.

“Jacqueline and Uriel loved my dog just like she was their own. I really appreciated the photos and videos throughout her time with them! I highly recommend and will visit again!”


39. Jessica & Aaron M.

“Jessica & Aaron went above and beyond. Yes, they cared for my two pups and they sent me regular texts. But I had a chance to see through their storm door and see my two pups be involved with the family interaction. It was heartwarming to see since I know they were truly treated like they were family. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again.”


40. Katie J.

“I can't express how grateful I am for Katie and her family. From the moment I met them, I knew they were the perfect fit for Layla. The pictures and feedback I received assured me that my senior dog was in great hands! Thank you ❤️”
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Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Crystal Lake.
Rover makes it easy to find Crystal Lake pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your 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 pet boarding 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 pet boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
