Pet Boarding in Evanston
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“Very easy to communicate with and they have an adorable dog! Our pup came back from her overnight stay so happy and tired from all of the playing they did.”
“Adam was fantastic to work with! He was very responsive and timely with his messaging, which made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I was away for the weekend attending a wedding, and it was such a relief knowing everything was in good hands. I’ll definitely be looking to use his services again in the future!”
“Kimberly is a very capable and confident caregiver. Almost a dog whisperer. After we left town, she informed us that our pet didn’t take well to hers. She didn’t panic or pout to us. Just informed and managed it for 8 nights. Would use her again and recommend her highly!”
“We are SO happy we found Marcos! Our original pet sitter plan fell through last minute and he stepped in to save the day. He took such amazing care of our Molly while we were away.We truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. She came home happy, loved, and tired in the best way! It was like a little vacation for her, and she had the best time playing with the other dogs. We had total peace of mind knowing she was in great hands. We will definitely be booking with him again!”
“We definitely recommend Diane! She is warm, inviting and sensitive to our dog's needs. She kept in touch with us to let us know that all was going well. It is obvious that she cares for dogs a great deal!”
“Susan was delightful and such a caring friend to Galway. She communicated well and had a natural love for my pup. Her dog Isla is the cutest and makes a wonderful playmate. A great time was had by all!”
“Caitlin and Max were amazing sitters. Very personable and flexible with my schedule. However, Bowie (their four-legged son) became Mocha’s new BFF. She already misses all three of them and she’s only been home about an hour. Thanks for watching Mocha!”
“Rima is amazing with Milo. Our dog is a senior and is not the easiest to care for but Rima always finds a way to get along with him and takes the best care of him. We are always at peace leaving him with her while on vacation. We always get updates and pictures of how he's doing and it's very nice to say the least. It's been few times Milo stayed with Rima and few other dog pals and he loves her dearly. Always looking forwards in staying with her again. Thank you for all you do for Milo, Rima and know you are a savior who allows this family to vacation in peace.”
“Luna seemed to have had a great time. We got updates on her with pictures and even a video. Definitely felt comfortable leaving her with makda she’s a great sitter and definitely recommend.”
“Fantastic experience. Diana was extremely responsive and took great care of our senior dog. Lily seemed right at home with her. I would highly recommend her and we hope to use her again.”
“Seriously the best sitter for our cat, Toast! Great communicator, super flexible with drop off and pick up, and just a great person to work with. We received tons of pictures while we were on vacation, and it seemed like Toast was having his own great vacation in Christian’s apartment. Christian also went above and beyond by packing up Toast in his carrier on his own (Toast is quite a fighter when it comes to his carrier), and that was greatly appreciated. Will keep booking with him every time we go away!”
“We are very grateful to Frank and Elaine for watching our two dogs and would highly recommend them! Our dogs are not the easiest and Frank was very patient and caring with them for 10 days. He is very experienced with dogs and gave me great recommendations. He makes sure to learn in details what’s best for them and what they are accustomed to so your dogs feel right at home in his beautiful house with a great backyard. Plenty of play time, care and attention.”
“This was our first time using Rover. Melissa was amazing. She met with us before we decided to move forward. She was cery responsive and friendly. We left our dog Lilith in her care for a week and while we were away she sent pictures and messages to let is know how everything was going. I would use Melissa again any time we will need boarding. It was comforting knowing that Lilith would be surrounded by Melissa and her children so the environment mimicked our home environment. If you choose Melissa, you can’t go wrong!!!”
“At my 'meet & greet" with Patricia I could see that her home was very well organized and very clean. I could tell that she loved dogs and that pets were an important part of her family. Upon my return, when I went to pick up my dog she was happy to see me, but I also noticed that she went back to Patricia's side for more pets from her, too. My dog came home healthy and happy from a stay with Patricia and her family.”
“Bridget did a fantastic job taking care of my Rosie. She was diligent with all of Rosie’s needs and kept me updated with pictures and texts throughout her stay. Thanks Bridget!”
About: I have had six dogs in my life. My last little Shae just passed away, and I miss her so much. I would love caring for your pet. I love dogs. They are great companions.I have taken care of family, friends and neighbors dogs while they were away. Dogs are great company. I will make sure your pet enjoy their stay with me. I'm currently retired. I have plenty of time to be flexible. I can care for pets whenever and for as long as I want. I can take long assignments or short. I do not have a yard, but I will see that your pets gets plenty of exercise. Your pet will be safe at my home and on walks.
“The meet and greet with Cheri made me feel very comfortable leaving my Pittie puppy in her hands. Sugar came home from her stay and slept the whole rest of the evening so I know she played hard and got plenty of attention and care.”
“Tyjuan was an incredible sitter for my dog, Ahira! From the very beginning, he was responsive, professional, and clearly passionate about animals. He took excellent care of Ahira, providing regular updates and photos that reassured me while I was away. Ahira seemed happy, well-exercised, and comfortable in his care, and I truly appreciated the attention to detail Tyjuan showed. His kindness and reliability made all the difference, and I would absolutely book him again. Highly recommend Tyjuan to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter!”
“Vasilina took great care of my two pups. She has a terrific fenced in yard, which is perfect for my dogs because that's what they have at home and are very happy running free.”
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John & Ryan K.Star Sitter
“Very easy to communicate with and they have an adorable dog! Our pup came back from her overnight stay so happy and tired from all of the playing they did.”
Adam & Keit W.Star Sitter
“Adam was fantastic to work with! He was very responsive and timely with his messaging, which made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I was away for the weekend attending a wedding, and it was such a relief knowing everything was in good hands. I’ll definitely be looking to use his services again in the future!”
Kimberly R.Star Sitter
“Kimberly is a very capable and confident caregiver. Almost a dog whisperer. After we left town, she informed us that our pet didn’t take well to hers. She didn’t panic or pout to us. Just informed and managed it for 8 nights. Would use her again and recommend her highly!”
Laura & Vladimir H.Star Sitter
“Laura & Vladimir were great sitters, very professional and great communication throughout the stay. Highly recommended and will use them again.”
Marcos F.Star Sitter
“We are SO happy we found Marcos! Our original pet sitter plan fell through last minute and he stepped in to save the day. He took such amazing care of our Molly while we were away.We truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. She came home happy, loved, and tired in the best way! It was like a little vacation for her, and she had the best time playing with the other dogs. We had total peace of mind knowing she was in great hands. We will definitely be booking with him again!”
Diane A.Star Sitter
“We definitely recommend Diane! She is warm, inviting and sensitive to our dog's needs. She kept in touch with us to let us know that all was going well. It is obvious that she cares for dogs a great deal!”
Susan N.
“Susan was delightful and such a caring friend to Galway. She communicated well and had a natural love for my pup. Her dog Isla is the cutest and makes a wonderful playmate. A great time was had by all!”
Caitlin & Max S.
“Caitlin and Max were amazing sitters. Very personable and flexible with my schedule. However, Bowie (their four-legged son) became Mocha’s new BFF. She already misses all three of them and she’s only been home about an hour. Thanks for watching Mocha!”
Rima B.Star Sitter
“Rima is amazing with Milo. Our dog is a senior and is not the easiest to care for but Rima always finds a way to get along with him and takes the best care of him. We are always at peace leaving him with her while on vacation. We always get updates and pictures of how he's doing and it's very nice to say the least. It's been few times Milo stayed with Rima and few other dog pals and he loves her dearly. Always looking forwards in staying with her again. Thank you for all you do for Milo, Rima and know you are a savior who allows this family to vacation in peace.”
Makda W.
Star Sitter
“Luna seemed to have had a great time. We got updates on her with pictures and even a video. Definitely felt comfortable leaving her with makda she’s a great sitter and definitely recommend.”
Diana S.Star Sitter
“Fantastic experience. Diana was extremely responsive and took great care of our senior dog. Lily seemed right at home with her. I would highly recommend her and we hope to use her again.”
Christian P.Star Sitter
“Seriously the best sitter for our cat, Toast! Great communicator, super flexible with drop off and pick up, and just a great person to work with. We received tons of pictures while we were on vacation, and it seemed like Toast was having his own great vacation in Christian’s apartment. Christian also went above and beyond by packing up Toast in his carrier on his own (Toast is quite a fighter when it comes to his carrier), and that was greatly appreciated. Will keep booking with him every time we go away!”
Frank D.
“We are very grateful to Frank and Elaine for watching our two dogs and would highly recommend them! Our dogs are not the easiest and Frank was very patient and caring with them for 10 days. He is very experienced with dogs and gave me great recommendations. He makes sure to learn in details what’s best for them and what they are accustomed to so your dogs feel right at home in his beautiful house with a great backyard. Plenty of play time, care and attention.”
Melissa K.Star Sitter
“This was our first time using Rover. Melissa was amazing. She met with us before we decided to move forward. She was cery responsive and friendly. We left our dog Lilith in her care for a week and while we were away she sent pictures and messages to let is know how everything was going. I would use Melissa again any time we will need boarding. It was comforting knowing that Lilith would be surrounded by Melissa and her children so the environment mimicked our home environment. If you choose Melissa, you can’t go wrong!!!”
Patricia A.Star Sitter
“At my 'meet & greet" with Patricia I could see that her home was very well organized and very clean. I could tell that she loved dogs and that pets were an important part of her family. Upon my return, when I went to pick up my dog she was happy to see me, but I also noticed that she went back to Patricia's side for more pets from her, too. My dog came home healthy and happy from a stay with Patricia and her family.”
Bridget N.Star Sitter
“Bridget did a fantastic job taking care of my Rosie. She was diligent with all of Rosie’s needs and kept me updated with pictures and texts throughout her stay. Thanks Bridget!”
Deborah H.
“Deborah (Debbie) is absolutely amazing! Debbie was wonderful with my Yorkshire Terrier Martini for 4 months while i was recovering from reconstructive ankle surgery. She was given the keys to my apartment, as I was non weight bearing and could not get up to open the door. Debbie would come in 4 or 5 times daily to walk, feed and play with Martini. I wouldn’t have survived this time in my life without Debbie. She trustworthy and reliable, and Martini adopted her as his second Mom. I would hire Debbie in a heartbeat again if needed!”
Cheri R.Star Sitter
“The meet and greet with Cheri made me feel very comfortable leaving my Pittie puppy in her hands. Sugar came home from her stay and slept the whole rest of the evening so I know she played hard and got plenty of attention and care.”
Tyjuan W.
“Tyjuan was an incredible sitter for my dog, Ahira! From the very beginning, he was responsive, professional, and clearly passionate about animals. He took excellent care of Ahira, providing regular updates and photos that reassured me while I was away. Ahira seemed happy, well-exercised, and comfortable in his care, and I truly appreciated the attention to detail Tyjuan showed. His kindness and reliability made all the difference, and I would absolutely book him again. Highly recommend Tyjuan to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter!”
Vasilina P.
“Vasilina took great care of my two pups. She has a terrific fenced in yard, which is perfect for my dogs because that's what they have at home and are very happy running free.”
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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 Evanston.
Rover makes it easy to find Evanston 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.
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