Dog Boarding in Evanston
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“Ron and Jeff were very accommodating for our last minute booking. We really appreciate them giving our pup, Kona, extra attention and love while we welcomed a baby into our family. Our dog needed the getaway and he came home very happy. They are great about sending us updates and pictures! Kona loves seeing them.”
About: I have been dog sitting for several years now. I can administer oral medicine if needed. I am at home most of the time and give potty breaks pretty often, especially to puppies in training. I am mostly a stay at home mom so I am free most of the time. My schedule is flexible and can usually accommodate most of the times requested. Please schedule pick up/ drop off times within an hour. Have a big fenced yard and two friendly dogs who love to socialize and play. I usually don’t crate pets unless specifically requested. If weather permits I give the pets more time outside.
“Unfortunately our plans changed so Penny (our dog) did not end up staying with Sophie. However, we had a wonderful meet and greet ahead of time. Sophie was great with Penny who can be a little shy with new humans. She showed care and concern when I described Penny’s schedule and needs and she was extremely flexible when our departure time kept changing. Her apartment was well set-up to accommodate Penny as well. We would not hesitate to book with Sophie again should the need arise.”
“I was in town for a rugby game and needed a sitter during the game for my dog! Cheri was great with communication before hand with making sure my dog would be a good fit and making sure to accommodate any needs he had. She also made drop off and pick up the day of super easy and we stayed in constant communication.”
“Joerg & Lake were amazing again. Not only did they take excellent care of Riley while I was gone, they kept her an extra night when my flight home was delayed. Riley loves the attention she gets and being around their dog, Lizzie, is a treat.”
“Ginny has stayed with Thao several times now. It is obvious that Ginny is welcome and treated like family. She always comes home happy and healthy. Ginny will go visit Thao in 2020 as well!”
“I’ve been looking for a reliable, caring and consistent sitter for my pup, Benji and I for sure found that in Melanie! As a Rover sitter myself, I felt so comfortable throughout the time I was away with daily updates on Benji. I look forward to booking with Melanie again soon!”
“Everything went smoothly from our meet and greet to the drop off, pick up and everything in between. We appreciated the regular photo updates with Rocky and his girlfriends, and his adventures in Cynthia's backyard with the other day care dogs. She took good care to make sure he had regular access to his crate for his frequent naps and need to go outside to do his business. Thank you Cynthia for taking on our old fella, Rocky!”
“Adam and Keit came in clutch when our originally scheduled sitter no-showed last minute. They were gracious and understanding, and took great care of our dog.”
“Julia took such good care of our dog! She sent joyful photos and videos and I never worried that she wasn’t being taken care of. It was a wonderful vacation in part because I knew Tilly was loved while we were away.”
“Our family feels so lucky to have found Lauren and Emily for our doodle. Oso seems thrilled to be there from all of their great photos and would probably love to come play daily if she could. All of our communications have been A+ and love that they take a relatively small group of dogs. Oso comes home pleasantly tired but not worn out. I can’t recommend them enough!”
“This was our second time leaving Gamja in Christian’s care and Christian is a reliable and trustworthy pet sitter. Traveling comes with so much to manage—knowing Christian is looking after Gamja lets me relax and enjoy our trip. I hope he’s available the next time we travel!”
“Rico took great care of Drax. His frequent updates gave us peace of mind that Drax was happy at his home away from home. Will definitely book again!”
“Fantastic experience with Laura and Vladimir. Communication was great throughout. They sent pictures and updates on the dogs daily. Both my dogs seemed really happy when I picked them up. Would definitely recommend and use them again.”
“Grace was extremely accommodating and was great at helping our dog (who can be finicky with other dogs) acclimate to her environment and sent us plenty of pics and updates!”
Over 2,553 pet parents in Evanston have booked dog boarding
Evanston dog parents share their Rover experiences
Janelle took great care of our two dogs while we were away for 10 days. She sent pictures of the girls throughout their visit that included exploring the lake front and quiet relaxing times at her place. As our girls age they are requiring medication and special treatment and Janelle accommodated their needs.
Narius warmed up right away with Grace, who had a very sensitive way of being with him. She was always quick to respond to texts and let me know how he was doing regularly. Because of the East Coast blizzard and flight cancellations I twice had to delay my return, and Grace was quick to respond and ease my mind that she could extend Narius' stay with her.
Our dog had the best time with Rae and her partner! Their care, hospitality, and attention are truly exceptional. After a few stays with them, he gets wildly excited the moment he realizes where he’s going, tail at full speed and pulling his leash straight toward their home. It’s so clear he genuinely loves them, and we feel totally at ease knowing he’s in such warm, thoughtful hands. Highly recommend! 🐕❤️
Amazing sitters! We were super anxious because we had not left our senior dog with a sitter for some time and Bethany did a wonderful job of sending lots of pictures and updates. Our dog already misses them and their dogs, which is a clear indication of how well they took care of her. Absolutely recommend them, especially if you have a dachshund.
Mariia was wonderful with our doggo Sora! He stayed with her for two weeks and she was so attentive and responsive to us. She updates us thoroughly and asked us how often we wanted to be updated. She is so sweet and will definitely book again!! Thank you again, Mariia!
I was really nervous about leaving my dog since he’s always with me or my family, but Melissa was absolutely amazing. She kept me updated with pictures and messages, letting me know how he was doing the entire time. Because of her, I was able to truly enjoy my vacation knowing my Pooh Bear was in great hands and great company. Thank you again, Melissa—I will definitely be booking with you again in the future!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Evanston is $50
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Sitters in Evanston average 9 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Mar 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Evanston is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Evanston dog boarding rates can be found as low as $30 to as high as $78 per night.
As of Mar 2026, 4,831 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, 90% of Evanston dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Evanston have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 4,831 dog boarding sitters in Evanston on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Evanston, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 89% 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.
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