House Sitting in Dunning, Chicago, IL
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“Andrea was amazing with our dog Maya! She was so flexible with our schedule even as it got closer to the dates she was sitting. She communicated well and often before and during so that we felt comfortable. Highly recommend her!”
“Ray was fantastic! He stayed with my two dogs for 11 days while I was out of the country. He sent lots of videos, photos and updates so I wouldn’t miss them too much. And they hardly missed me at all, as he took them on lots of walks, and had a bunch of play time! I think they are looking forward to me leaving today again so their good friend Ray can come back to stay!”
“Diane was such a blessing. She has a really sweet and caring demeanor and we knew right away she was the right sitter to watch our fur babies. In our week long trip she took great care of our home and 2 dogs and kept in touch throughout our trip. We feel relieved to have found her and will definitely rebook with her. Thank you Diane!!”
“Zoe was very attentive with our Lady; as a senior dog with a host of medications, (admittedly) her care was a real commitment and a challenge. We greatly appreciate Zoe for stepping in for such an undertaking during our time away.”
“This was my 1st time leaving my dog for a long weekend and I couldn’t have chosen a better caregiver for him. My Murphy is a rescue & has some anxiety issues but Jo handled him with patience, understanding and love. She tapped in to her knowledge of dogs and put both myself & Murphy at ease. She tried a few new toys/treats with him which he loved and sent me plenty of pics and videos of Murphy throughout the weekend. I would highly recommend her and would definitely use her services again.”
“Renee is great. Simple as that. Our sometimes tweaky, neurotic terrier, Molly, loved every minute with her housesitter. Renee was thorough, attentive, playful, and giving. She went above and beyond to ensure Molly got all the snuggles, walks, required meds, and love she so needs. I don’t think she wanted her week with Renee to end. Renee is personable, on top of things, and clean. Was my home cleaner when I got back? Holy cow, it was. Thanks Renee. Book her now before I do, again and again.”
“Coleen stayed with our animals while we were gone and was amazing. She sent many messages and photos throughout our trip so we knew they were getting the best care. When we got home our dog was tired and happy - a sign of a fun long weekend! We will definitely rebook with Coleen and would recommend her to anyone.”
“Adam took care of my dear pooch again this week! Harry was well cared for - as always! And my home was in perfect condition too. Adam kept me updated with texts and photos also. He did another great job!!🤩🐾”
“Malcomn was the best Rover we ever had. Would hire him back in an instance. He was respectful, responsive, communicative and took exceptional care of our puppy and cat for a long weekend. He sent great descriptions and photos every day. He sets the bar high for Rovers!”
“Stephanie pup sat and house sat for us while we were out of town for over a week and she was FANTASTIC every step of the way. She came over to meet our two pups and they instantly connected, even our doggo who’s a bit of a scaredy cat loved her instantly. We explained the flow of a typical day before we left, and throughout the trip we never for a second worried that Stephanie needed extra reminders or pings. Stephanie sent us regular updates and pics of the pups as they explored the neighborhood on their leashed walks. Stephanie was also very clean and treated our place with a ton of respect - we’d had the place cleaned before we left and it looked even cleaner and tidier when we got back. Overall we were really happy with Stephanie, who helped us out immeasurably while also juggling her work. Our pups were well taken care of, our place was looked after, and I honestly can’t remember another trip we took where we didn’t have to worry at all about how our girls were doing, and we have Stephanie to thank for that!”
“April came and stayed with our new rescue, Willow. We were apprehensive because we have never left her before and she is still crate training. April is responsive, prompt, caring, and has a strong attention to detail. Our house was left in immaculate condition and Willow is happy to see us. I would highly recommend April and we’re so glad we found her.”
“Liz was really great with our two pit mixes. She came over twice to interact with them before the stay and was very communicative. Everything was great when I returned and the dogs were properly worn out!”
“Sergio went above and beyond for us! This was our first time hiring him and the big storms that we had caused some unexpected problems and Sergio really helped us with that as well. Our pets seem to have gotten very comfortable around him within a short period of time. We came home to all of our animals happy and healthy, our house in the shape that we left it in and he gave us peace of mind while away on a much needed family trip! Recommend and will definitely hire him again when/if he is available.”
“Highly recommended! Ashley took amazing care of our fur baby and our home. She communicated with us daily through text and photos. We will definitely be calling Ashley again!”
“Tanisa saved the day and stepped up to house/dog sit last minute. She was very communicative and responsive throughout the stay.She was very caring toward our kind of needy senior dog. Thanks, Tanisa!”
“Belle, our 7 year old Golden Retriever, immediately took to Elijah and misses her already. She arrived on time and informed us how Belle was doing when we were gone. She left Belle and our house in great shape. We highly recommend her.”
“Took a 10 day long trip and was blessed to feel completely at ease knowing my babies were well cared for. Stephanie sent messages and videos to update us on the stay so we were always in the loop. Definitely recommend!”
About: Hello！My name is Yiran and I come from China，I’ve always loved being around animals and caring for them is something that brings me real joy. I have about 3 years of experience dog sitting and walking, and over 5 years of experience with cats. When I was 16，I used to sit my aunt's dog all the time. I grew up with a British Golden Retriever, and when I turned 18, I got a Ragdoll cat who quickly became my best friend. I also have a lot of hands-on experience with small animals—I’ve cared for over 20 hamsters and 4 guinea pigs over the years. I understand that every pet has its own personality and needs. I take the time to make sure they feel safe, loved, and well cared for. （I'm also planning on getting a bunny！！） I currently have a 10-8pm full time job. I am always off on Tuesdays and Saturdays(full day care) And I'll be free sometimes even 6pm during normal work days. When I first got my baby Ragdoll，I flew to LA to the breeder's house，she took me in and gave me a huge handbook:about how to care for my baby cat，what food is good，what medicine to buy if she's sick，her daily routine，how to communicate with her...And I bought ticket，brought her on airplane with me flew back home. When it comes to my love for animals，I Will put as much effort as I can！ I know the basic routine and difference for cats and dogs，i know what food they shouldn't be eating，how to train them and how to calm them down if they are stressed.
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Andrea C.Star Sitter
“Andrea was amazing with our dog Maya! She was so flexible with our schedule even as it got closer to the dates she was sitting. She communicated well and often before and during so that we felt comfortable. Highly recommend her!”
ray r.Star Sitter
“Ray was fantastic! He stayed with my two dogs for 11 days while I was out of the country. He sent lots of videos, photos and updates so I wouldn’t miss them too much. And they hardly missed me at all, as he took them on lots of walks, and had a bunch of play time! I think they are looking forward to me leaving today again so their good friend Ray can come back to stay!”
Diane B.Star Sitter
“Diane was such a blessing. She has a really sweet and caring demeanor and we knew right away she was the right sitter to watch our fur babies. In our week long trip she took great care of our home and 2 dogs and kept in touch throughout our trip. We feel relieved to have found her and will definitely rebook with her. Thank you Diane!!”
Zoe W.
“Zoe was very attentive with our Lady; as a senior dog with a host of medications, (admittedly) her care was a real commitment and a challenge. We greatly appreciate Zoe for stepping in for such an undertaking during our time away.”
Jo D.Star Sitter
“This was my 1st time leaving my dog for a long weekend and I couldn’t have chosen a better caregiver for him. My Murphy is a rescue & has some anxiety issues but Jo handled him with patience, understanding and love. She tapped in to her knowledge of dogs and put both myself & Murphy at ease. She tried a few new toys/treats with him which he loved and sent me plenty of pics and videos of Murphy throughout the weekend. I would highly recommend her and would definitely use her services again.”
Renee S.
“Renee is great. Simple as that. Our sometimes tweaky, neurotic terrier, Molly, loved every minute with her housesitter. Renee was thorough, attentive, playful, and giving. She went above and beyond to ensure Molly got all the snuggles, walks, required meds, and love she so needs. I don’t think she wanted her week with Renee to end. Renee is personable, on top of things, and clean. Was my home cleaner when I got back? Holy cow, it was. Thanks Renee. Book her now before I do, again and again.”
Coleen T.Star Sitter
“Coleen stayed with our animals while we were gone and was amazing. She sent many messages and photos throughout our trip so we knew they were getting the best care. When we got home our dog was tired and happy - a sign of a fun long weekend! We will definitely rebook with Coleen and would recommend her to anyone.”
Adam S.Star Sitter
“Adam took care of my dear pooch again this week! Harry was well cared for - as always! And my home was in perfect condition too. Adam kept me updated with texts and photos also. He did another great job!!🤩🐾”
Jillian L.
“Jillian was lovely! So responsive, kind and caring for our two pups and cat. She left the house in great shape. We would absolutely book with her again.”
Joseph V.Star Sitter
“Joey took great care of my pup Angus. He updated me frequently while I was away. Felt very comfortable with him and will definitely book him again.”
Malcomn F.Star Sitter
“Malcomn was the best Rover we ever had. Would hire him back in an instance. He was respectful, responsive, communicative and took exceptional care of our puppy and cat for a long weekend. He sent great descriptions and photos every day. He sets the bar high for Rovers!”
Stephanie M.
“Stephanie pup sat and house sat for us while we were out of town for over a week and she was FANTASTIC every step of the way. She came over to meet our two pups and they instantly connected, even our doggo who’s a bit of a scaredy cat loved her instantly. We explained the flow of a typical day before we left, and throughout the trip we never for a second worried that Stephanie needed extra reminders or pings. Stephanie sent us regular updates and pics of the pups as they explored the neighborhood on their leashed walks. Stephanie was also very clean and treated our place with a ton of respect - we’d had the place cleaned before we left and it looked even cleaner and tidier when we got back. Overall we were really happy with Stephanie, who helped us out immeasurably while also juggling her work. Our pups were well taken care of, our place was looked after, and I honestly can’t remember another trip we took where we didn’t have to worry at all about how our girls were doing, and we have Stephanie to thank for that!”
April S.Star Sitter
“April came and stayed with our new rescue, Willow. We were apprehensive because we have never left her before and she is still crate training. April is responsive, prompt, caring, and has a strong attention to detail. Our house was left in immaculate condition and Willow is happy to see us. I would highly recommend April and we’re so glad we found her.”
Liz D.
“Liz was really great with our two pit mixes. She came over twice to interact with them before the stay and was very communicative. Everything was great when I returned and the dogs were properly worn out!”
Sergio R.
“Sergio went above and beyond for us! This was our first time hiring him and the big storms that we had caused some unexpected problems and Sergio really helped us with that as well. Our pets seem to have gotten very comfortable around him within a short period of time. We came home to all of our animals happy and healthy, our house in the shape that we left it in and he gave us peace of mind while away on a much needed family trip! Recommend and will definitely hire him again when/if he is available.”
Ashley L.
“Highly recommended! Ashley took amazing care of our fur baby and our home. She communicated with us daily through text and photos. We will definitely be calling Ashley again!”
Tanisa L.
“Tanisa saved the day and stepped up to house/dog sit last minute. She was very communicative and responsive throughout the stay.She was very caring toward our kind of needy senior dog. Thanks, Tanisa!”
Elijah M.Star Sitter
“Belle, our 7 year old Golden Retriever, immediately took to Elijah and misses her already. She arrived on time and informed us how Belle was doing when we were gone. She left Belle and our house in great shape. We highly recommend her.”
Stephanie V.
“Took a 10 day long trip and was blessed to feel completely at ease knowing my babies were well cared for. Stephanie sent messages and videos to update us on the stay so we were always in the loop. Definitely recommend!”
Yiran B.
“Yiran loves animal so much......i was friend with her for over 20 years. Eveeytime when we hang out if we walk pass by a pet store，she WOULD NOT LEAVE. Plus she has been taking care of so many small animals for years，during high school，she even brought her baby hamster to class with her so she can take care of him...his name was Armani. After high school she moved to the U.S and i heard she got her own baby ragdoll cat..what a sweet baby and she did so many research on how to take care of kittens. She is really attention to details..she Will do her best to take care of your pet babies！”
Dunning pet parents share their Rover experiences
Jo went well above and beyond while house sitting with our pup. Our senior dog had become a bit anxious with summer thunderstorms (and was probably sad to be separated from his little brother for our trip), but Jo picked up some extra supplies from her home. She distracted him with enrichment games, like a snuffle mat and licking pad. And of course gave him lots of good love along the way. Like many other reviews noted, she took good care of our home leaving it cleaner than she found it.
Mary took great care of my home and 16 year old cat while I was out of town. This was my first time using Rover and I was very impressed by Mary's prompt reply to my request and she completely put me ease during the meet and greet. My cat was very well taken care of and the house was just as it was when I had left it. I highly recommend Mary and I would absolutely hire her again in the future!
Ashley was great with our cowardly, slow to warm up dog. She watched her while we were on a long family vacation (2 weeks), sent tons of updates including cute pictures, and followed all our instructions to a tee and even fed our gecko for us, too. We would definitely use Ashley again.
Stephanie was great! Dealt beautifully with my dog Charlie, in particular, who is extremely anxious but also elderly, so he needed to be carried a little bit. She took the time to sit with him and make him feel comfortable (even outside in the summer!) so that he would allow her to carry him up the outside steps. She and her son played with my cats, who seemed like they had so much fun. She kept me updated on what was happening throughout our trip. Highly recommend!
It is impossible to express how fantastic Coleen is watching our 3 pets. She is patient with our elderly dog, and 2 aging cats. She has never let us down and goes out of her way to make sure that we feel at ease while away. I cannot recommend her enough. She is absolutely fantastic, and I guarantee you will never regret booking her to look after your precious pets.
Sergio went above and beyond for us! This was our first time hiring him and the big storms that we had caused some unexpected problems and Sergio really helped us with that as well. Our pets seem to have gotten very comfortable around him within a short period of time. We came home to all of our animals happy and healthy, our house in the shape that we left it in and he gave us peace of mind while away on a much needed family trip! Recommend and will definitely hire him again when/if he is available.
Ray was absolutely amazing, with our senior dog. He listened to all of my advice and took everything I asked him to do very seriously, took him on a very long walk to the forest like I had asked. Overall, I would higher Ray again in a heartbeat if i'm going out of town or just if I need somebody for the day.
Casey was amazing! She took the time to learn about my dogs and their needs before her stay. She asked great questions about their personalities, behaviors, and training. While I was away, my three dogs were well cared for and Casey took great care with my home as well. I would highly recommend Casey!
Joanna was beyond great and stepped in for a last minute overnight request. My original sitter had to cancel and I was so stressed. I found Joanna and we had our meet and greet with my boys the same afternoon! She had great energy because my anxious one came up to her right away and sought attention from her. I knew instantly that Joanna would hit it off with the pups. I appreciate her responsiveness and communication. I got regular updates in the short 24 hours that I was away. I would absolutely consider using Joanna again in the future.
Ryan is the best! He’s punctual, communicative, and reliable, plus our dog absolutely loved him. He stayed at our house for a long weekend and we came back to it being in the same condition we left it in, no issues at all. He sent us pictures and let us know how Birdie was doing, he even left us a cute picture of her on our fridge. Highly recommend!
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Dunning on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 93% of Dunning house sitters 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 Dunning.
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. Dunning 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
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