Pet Boarding in Elgin
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“We just picked Kiska up and she's all smiles after her vacation at Ashley's house. We were able to enjoy our time away knowing Kiska was in great hands. Kiska will be enjoying more visits with Ashley. Ashley was able to quickly pivot and help us with some last minute travel complications. Thank You!”
“Cristina was an absolute dream of a sitter for our dog! I could not have asked for a better caregiver. She kept me updated my entire trip and truly went above and beyond. Lucy had the best time playing with her new friends and we’ve already booked Cristina for 2 more trips! I HIGHLY recommend her! Lucy can’t wait to go back! Thank you, Cristina!!”
“Maria was absolutely amazing! From the moment we dropped our dog off, we knew he was in great hands. She took him on long, enjoyable walks and kept us updated with pictures, which gave us so much peace of mind. Maria was incredibly responsive and clearly treated our dog with so much love and care. He came home happy, well-exercised, and clearly adored his time with her. We are so grateful and would absolutely trust her again in the future!”
“Giselle boarded our pup for 3 nights. Our dog is 9 yrs old and has some anxiety, so I worry a bit when leaving her in new places, but everything went well! She was well cared for and Giselle responded to my texts quickly and sent pictures. Drop off and pick up went smoothly. Thank you Giselle, see you next time.”
“Gavin was very patient , kind and understanding of my crazy schedule for this weekend and also my first time pet parent anxiety, and my dog loved being in his carelol I would gladly book with him again!”
“Greatful for Jennifer's communication and willingness to watch our pups over the holidays. Our dogs were super tired when we got home and we knew they were well watched. Would definitely use her again!”
“April and her Husband did an amazing job, to be honest I was super worried to be away from Lisa for 6 days for the first time, but April gave me comfort sending photos and letting me know what was Lisa up to, just seeing Lisa in the photos made me feel so much better, when I picked up Lisa, I found her to be clean and healthy just as the first day I dropped her. it was the reviews that made me choose April, and I'm happy to add my own review. Definitely will choose April for my upcoming trips. THANK YOU APRIL =)”
“Since I contacted her she was very responsive and was willing to take care of Leo as a last minute trip option. She took care of my dog Saturday and Sunday and her and her husband were very communicative. Sending pictures and videos of my dog. I was very happy he got the attention he needed. I will definitely book with them again for a next time 🤗”
“Anne did a great job with our puppy. It was his first time staying away from home and he was warmly welcomed by her and her dogs. I got frequent updates about him while we were away and he was spoiled rotten (in a great way). I had no worries about him the whole time we were gone. It is the best feeling knowing you have someone you can trust watching your pet. We will definitely be booking her again in the future!”
About: In middle school and high school, my brother, sister and I would frequently get to dog sit our cousin's Toy Poodle, Rosie. She was like our own dog and we loved having her over to walk and dress up and cuddle. We got our own family dog around my sophomore year of high school, a Jack Russell Terrier named Chavo. We did so many fun things with him like taking him swimming, taking him to a dog carnival, and countless walks. He gave us the best memories. Even after I moved out for college, I would make sure to bring him to my home to spend time and play in the backyard. He lived a long 13 years and we miss him always. His memories always bring me so much joy. Whether it is someone else's doggy or my own, I will make sure to love them and treat them like family. I can't wait to meet your furry friend! I work from home and I typically start around 12 PM. I typically have a rotating weekend (which you will be able to see based on my calendar of availability). I think this schedule will be great for people who need their dogs taken out late morning. Although I live in an apartment, the area is very dog friendly. There is an enclosed dog park and we are right across the street from Randall Oaks, which has paths for a 35-45 minute walk. I am open to drop in visits, doggy daycare or having your furry friend as a overnight stay.
“Penny looked after Ginger as a trial night before we go on a longer trip this summer. I could tell Ginger had a blast and Penny is very caring with the dogs. I’m not concerned with leaving my pup with Penny when I have to be gone this summer. Thank you Penny and Ginger and I will see you again soon!”
“Tosha was an amazing dog sitter! She cared for my dog, Maggie, like her own, giving her so much love and attention. I could tell Maggie was happy and well taken care of when I got her back. Communication was great, and I felt completely at ease knowing Maggie was in such good hands. I highly recommend Tosha to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter!”
“Thank you so much for taking such good care of our Pup. He came back happier than he came which puts a lot of pressure on me as his owner. Jayda was amazing and was communicative throughout Hiro’s entire visit.”
“Erica and her partner took great care of our dog Lola. They took her to the dog park almost everyday, which I know she loved because she is a high energy dog that loves to play fetch. They were very understanding of Lola's special diet and food prep. Erica also asked me how much we wanted to be updated which I felt was thoughtful because I love to be updated all the time, but I know some people don't. Also her 2 dogs were very welcoming of Lola and I know Erica and her family made Lola feel right at home.”
“Nancy was so sweet to our aging dog. You could tell she really cares about her furry guests. Nancy sent pics and updates-much appreciated. Our dog loved the attention and hanging out with Nancy’s dog and cat.”
“This was our first time trusting our Ollie with Lauren and I can truly say she treated him as her own. She is incredibly thorough in making sure he was comfortable, we were comfortable, and her own dogs and other Rover pups were set up for a successful weekend. She sends lots of updates and cute pics. Ollie did great under her care! Very loving sitter :)”
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Ashley C.
“We just picked Kiska up and she's all smiles after her vacation at Ashley's house. We were able to enjoy our time away knowing Kiska was in great hands. Kiska will be enjoying more visits with Ashley. Ashley was able to quickly pivot and help us with some last minute travel complications. Thank You!”
Cristina H.
“Cristina was an absolute dream of a sitter for our dog! I could not have asked for a better caregiver. She kept me updated my entire trip and truly went above and beyond. Lucy had the best time playing with her new friends and we’ve already booked Cristina for 2 more trips! I HIGHLY recommend her! Lucy can’t wait to go back! Thank you, Cristina!!”
Maria S.
“Maria was absolutely amazing! From the moment we dropped our dog off, we knew he was in great hands. She took him on long, enjoyable walks and kept us updated with pictures, which gave us so much peace of mind. Maria was incredibly responsive and clearly treated our dog with so much love and care. He came home happy, well-exercised, and clearly adored his time with her. We are so grateful and would absolutely trust her again in the future!”
Giselle R.Star Sitter
“Giselle boarded our pup for 3 nights. Our dog is 9 yrs old and has some anxiety, so I worry a bit when leaving her in new places, but everything went well! She was well cared for and Giselle responded to my texts quickly and sent pictures. Drop off and pick up went smoothly. Thank you Giselle, see you next time.”
Gavin J.
“Gavin was very patient , kind and understanding of my crazy schedule for this weekend and also my first time pet parent anxiety, and my dog loved being in his carelol I would gladly book with him again!”
Jennifer J.Star Sitter
“Greatful for Jennifer's communication and willingness to watch our pups over the holidays. Our dogs were super tired when we got home and we knew they were well watched. Would definitely use her again!”
April A.Star Sitter
“April and her Husband did an amazing job, to be honest I was super worried to be away from Lisa for 6 days for the first time, but April gave me comfort sending photos and letting me know what was Lisa up to, just seeing Lisa in the photos made me feel so much better, when I picked up Lisa, I found her to be clean and healthy just as the first day I dropped her. it was the reviews that made me choose April, and I'm happy to add my own review. Definitely will choose April for my upcoming trips. THANK YOU APRIL =)”
Renu S.
“Since I contacted her she was very responsive and was willing to take care of Leo as a last minute trip option. She took care of my dog Saturday and Sunday and her and her husband were very communicative. Sending pictures and videos of my dog. I was very happy he got the attention he needed. I will definitely book with them again for a next time 🤗”
Anne R.Star Sitter
“Anne did a great job with our puppy. It was his first time staying away from home and he was warmly welcomed by her and her dogs. I got frequent updates about him while we were away and he was spoiled rotten (in a great way). I had no worries about him the whole time we were gone. It is the best feeling knowing you have someone you can trust watching your pet. We will definitely be booking her again in the future!”
Corina E.
“Corina is a HUGE Dog lover. Corina is a prior dog owner and took very good care of her Jack Russell Chavo. She loved that dog so much and was so well behaved, and l would say her best friend before anyone. Her love for dogs has not stopped ever since Chavo passed long ago of old age and believe this would be a great fit for Corina.”
Rachel L.
“Rachel took great care of my boys! She was able to help us out at the last minute and gave updates throughout the weekend. I would definitely recommend her!”
Eileen "Penny" T.Star Sitter
“Penny looked after Ginger as a trial night before we go on a longer trip this summer. I could tell Ginger had a blast and Penny is very caring with the dogs. I’m not concerned with leaving my pup with Penny when I have to be gone this summer. Thank you Penny and Ginger and I will see you again soon!”
Tosha P.
“Tosha was an amazing dog sitter! She cared for my dog, Maggie, like her own, giving her so much love and attention. I could tell Maggie was happy and well taken care of when I got her back. Communication was great, and I felt completely at ease knowing Maggie was in such good hands. I highly recommend Tosha to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter!”
Foram T.
“Foram and her family are great. They give us updates on our fur baby and send pictures to let us know she is doing well. We will definitely request her again!”
Camila M.
“Camila had good communication & took great care of our dog.”
Jayda S.
“Thank you so much for taking such good care of our Pup. He came back happier than he came which puts a lot of pressure on me as his owner. Jayda was amazing and was communicative throughout Hiro’s entire visit.”
Erica R.
“Erica and her partner took great care of our dog Lola. They took her to the dog park almost everyday, which I know she loved because she is a high energy dog that loves to play fetch. They were very understanding of Lola's special diet and food prep. Erica also asked me how much we wanted to be updated which I felt was thoughtful because I love to be updated all the time, but I know some people don't. Also her 2 dogs were very welcoming of Lola and I know Erica and her family made Lola feel right at home.”
Nancy K.
“Nancy was so sweet to our aging dog. You could tell she really cares about her furry guests. Nancy sent pics and updates-much appreciated. Our dog loved the attention and hanging out with Nancy’s dog and cat.”
Alex Anne M.
“Alex Anne takes great care of our dog, Reggie! She sends photos/updates and we never get the feeling he is unhappy when he’s with her. Highly recommend!”
Lauren E.
“This was our first time trusting our Ollie with Lauren and I can truly say she treated him as her own. She is incredibly thorough in making sure he was comfortable, we were comfortable, and her own dogs and other Rover pups were set up for a successful weekend. She sends lots of updates and cute pics. Ollie did great under her care! Very loving sitter :)”
Elgin pet parents share their Rover experiences
I couldn’t have asked for a better person to care for Clifford while I was away. Erica went above and beyond not only did she make sure he was happy, safe, and loved, but she also kept me updated with the sweetest pictures that absolutely made my day! 🐶💕 Clifford looked so happy and relaxed with her it truly gave me peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands. From walks to cuddles and everything in between, Erica treated him like her own. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who truly loves and understands dogs. Thank you, Erica, for giving Clifford so much love and making it easier for me to be away. You’re the best! 🐾💖 #DogSitterReview #ThankYouErica #HappyDogHappyHeart #CliffordApproved
I can’t say enough good things about Lauren! From the moment we met, I knew my dog was in great hands. She treated him with so much love, care, and attention — even sent regular updates, videos and photos. It’s rare to find someone this dedicated. Truly one of the best sitters out there!
Marilyn is an absolute dog lover. Whenever we’re out of town, I have complete peace of mind knowing our Great Dane is not only well cared for, but treated like family. Josie gets daily walks, fun trips to the store, and plenty of fresh, tasty treats. Honestly, my only worry now is that Marilyn and Adam might not be available when we need them!
We are so happy we chose Vivian out of all of the possible candidates because Vivian is such a great fit for our Chester!!! Vivian took such great care of Chester who is a bit of a grumpy older dog and can be very picky with whom he gets close to. Vivian sent pictures and videos every day of she and Chester and we were thrilled at how much camraderie had been established between them. We are planning to go away again in 4 weeks and will definitely be booking with Vivian again!!! 💖
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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 Elgin.
Rover makes it easy to find Elgin 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
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