Dog Boarding in Evanston
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1. Graeme C.
“Graeme did a great job taking care of Sushi! He followed Sushi's meds, took him for a trip to a dog coffee shop, and made him feel really comfortable.”
2. Lee & Niv D.
“Fido had the best time during his overnight stay with Lee and Niv! They are so caring and such good sports putting up with Fido’s antics. Very thankful we found Lee and Niv. Super wonderful, kind family!”
3. Tianqi L.
“Tianqi was fantastic with our pup! We loved receiving daily updates and photos, which made us feel our dog was in great hands. Our dog Leo was well cared for and even made a cat friend:). I would trust Tianqi with my dog anytime!”
4. Amanda G.
“Amanda was great with Cooper! She sent updates throughout the weekend we were gone and he was clearly enjoying his time. Would definitely recommend her for any dog sitting needs!”
5. Abigail & Christopher Z.
“Abigail and Chris were wonderful sitters! I was nervous as my dog takes a while to warm up to new people, but I got lots of great photos, and she always looked so comfortable and I knew she was well cared for.”
6. Cheri R.
“Cheri was amazing! Very responsive, accommodating to a last-minute holiday weekend request, and so understanding of my dog’s separation anxiety. My dog had a great stay, and I had peace of mind knowing he was cared for and enjoying his time with new human and dog friends!”
7. Kristina G.
“Kristina seamlessly and affectionately welcomed my dog, Penny, into her home and her daily routine. I felt great relief knowing Penny was in such attentive hands when I was gone for several days. Kristina was conscientious as she followed Penny's diet and medication without flaw. Many thanks.”
8. Undram E.
“Undram was great! She provided regular updates and was always very responsive. Our dog was obviously in good hands and we plan to use her services in the future.”
9. Joerg & Lake Z.
“Joerg & Lake were awesome! Both were super friendly, fast communication and sent updates & pictures, which gave me peace of mind. Will definitely be using them again in the future!”
10. Myriam B.
“Myriam was amazing. She was fun and loving with my pet. She constantly sent pictures and messages letting me know how things were going. Her girls are super helpers and my dog enjoyed being the center of attention of the whole family. Thank you!!”
11. Amalia V.
“My dog had a great time with Amalia as usual! She always comes home so happy and worn out from all the fun she had! I always know she’s in good hands!”
12. Jennifer S.
“Jennifer is amazing and such a good communicator! She made sure Nairobi had what she needed and I was never worried. I would definitely recommend Jennifer to any of my friends and family! (Thank you again for everything)”
13. Kristin H.
“Kristin watched Meli during our two-week+ vacation and made sure that we and Meli had a great experience. She took Meli to the dog beach many times and bathed her when she got dirty. Because Meli sleeps in bed with us, she let Meli sleep in their bed, too. Kristin sent us updates with pictures daily, making sure to let us know how Meli was behaving and what her mood was like, and she was responsive to our questions along the way. Highly recommended!”
14. Lisa C.
“Lisa is very caring, responsive and my dog loves her! Tooz is hard to manage but we can tell after he comes back that he definitely had a great time at Lisa's place. Will book again for sure!”
15. Amy B.
“My dog had the best time with Amy! She and her son are so caring and you can definitely tell how much they love dogs. I got daily pictures and updates from their adventures and felt completely relaxed knowing that my pup was loved and cared for. I am so happy I have found Amy and I know my dog is, too!”
16. Lauren C.
“Lauren and her family took such good care of Sofie. Her dogs played so well with her. I know Sofie enjoyed her time there and I will definitely send her back.”
17. Marcos F.
“Our dogs were so well taken care of with Marcos! This was our first time using Rover, and Marcos really delivered! He sent us pictures every other day and went the extra mile to make sure Mac and Charlie felt at home. We definitely recommend Marcos and will plan to be repeat customers!”
18. Rachel K.
“Eskimo had a great time with Rachel. He enjoyed long walks, playing ball in the fenced in yard and receiving belly rubs. Rachel took pictures and sent updates daily so we could tell that he was enjoying himself. He also loved getting attention from Rachel’s son. We will definitely be calling Rachel again.”
19. Nancyanne S.
“This was our first time using Nancyanne . We have a small Yorky that’s mostly blind and she took great care of her! I can always tell when things don’t go well as our dog comes back depressed. Harlie was happy go lucky upon return. We will be using NancyAnne again.”
20. Merrick R.
“Merrick was great for my pup and i. We were able to drop her off after a single meet and greet for a couple of weeks and based on daily pics and vids, she had a great time. She was taken care of, had another pup to play out in the backyard with as well as play tug of war. I will definitely book with Merrick again!”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in Evanston on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, 4,186 sitters provided dog boarding in Evanston. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 92% of Evanston dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Evanston have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Evanston.
Rover makes it easy to find Evanston dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 4,186 dog boarding sitters in Evanston on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Evanston, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 87% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog 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 dog 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 dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.