Pet Boarding Evanston
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“Makda and her family were wonderful! Luna took to them right away and she looked so happy and calm in the photos they sent. I get really nervous whenever Luna isn't with me, but I'm so, so glad we've found Makda and her family. Thank you so much!”
“Had a wonderful experience with booking Peanut! Peanut’s stay with Lauren and family was absolutely amazing. We did a meet and greet the day before and everyone was very welcoming. My mind and heart were at ease immediately. During the stay we got updates and pictures! Peanut was right at home!!!! Thank you very much and we will absolutely be booking again as well as referring friends! 🥰”
“Cheri is an amazing pet sitter! My dog, Taffy, has a heart condition, and I was so relieved to find Cheri. She listened carefully to all my instructions, took detailed notes, and truly cared for Taffy. She sent updates while I was away, and when I returned, Taffy was happy and healthy. I highly recommend Cheri!”
“Perfect home and perfect care. We received pictures/videos all the time and they provided updates on activities. They treated melon like their own dog.”
“Maria was amazing with my dog!! I was so nervous leaving my dog with someone other than family. Lucy is a rescue so she has been through it. Maria and her daughter took such good care of my pup and sent pictures daily.”
“Molly was great! There was great communication and photos of my dog during his stay with her. I felt 100% comfortable leaving him in her capable hands. I will definitely book with her when we need dog care in the future.”
“Cagayan & Busra were absolutely wonderful and did a fantastic job being a home away from home for our pup while we were away for a week. They sent lots of updates and photos that reassured us that our dog was in great hands. Would definitely use again and highly recommend. Thank you so much!!”
“Once again, Regina George had a great stay with Akemi and Kazu, this time for a long weekend. She quickly settled in and they kept us updated with lots of adorable videos and photos. We always appreciate the care they show her and look forward to Regina staying with them again soon.”
“Jennifer was great with Scotty and he enjoyed his stay. It was easy to communicate with Jennifer via text and she was even able to extend a day to assist with my extended trip. Look forward to having Jennifer Scotty sit again.”
“Nicky was amazing. He was so kind and totally went the extra mile to make sure our dog was comfortable. She loved spending time with him and going for walks and cuddling. I would definitely rebook with him.”
“Robert was great. He took such good care of Gromit — I could tell that he treated Gromit like he would treat his own dog and Gromit was really comfortable in his home. I got regular updates and photos and Robert was flexible and accommodating. I’ll definitely be reaching back out to Robert the next time I’m out of town and need a dog sitter. Thanks so much!”
“Frankie had an amazing stay with Julia. She was very attentive and took great care of him. Also, she was great at communicating with us and making us feel comfortable, knowing that he was doing great. Highly recommended!”
“Myriam was amazing! 100 stars! She is very intuitive, a great communicator and very caring with my furry friend! I would recommend Myriam to anyone and everyone. Thank you!”
“I booked Michelle for the holidays and I could tell my pup was so happy, lounging around her place and getting tons of play time and cuddles. When it came time for pickup, Michelle was so so understanding and flexible after flights were continuously delayed, and continued to make us feel like that Monster was welcome and cared for. Definitely recommend!”
“Justin was an awesome dog sitter for my lil dude nigel. he was super communicative, assuring and just a great trustworthy caretaker. I couldn’t recommend him more.”
“Lara was great for our dog. She sent routine updates and made him feel at home. She’s available and spent quality time with our guy while we were gone. Would recommend and book again”
“Naomi was great!! She was very prepared and ready to learn about and to care for our dogs just the way they needed. Our dogs had the best time taking long walks, lounging, and looking out the big window. She took the time to introduce our dogs and Milo and they became great friends. The house was quiet, very clean, and perfect for our dogs. We loved seeing the daily photos while we were traveling. Definitely would recommend!”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Evanston is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Evanston
Megan took such amazing care of my frenchie, and I will 100% be rebooking with her!! My dog can be nervous around new people, but made himself at home the second he met her and walked in her apartment. It was such a relief to be able to enjoy my trip and know he was in good hands while she sent photo updates throughout the week. My dog didn’t want to leave her when I came to pick him up LOL so I think that speaks to the care she provides. Thank you for treating him like family, Megan!!
I can’t recommend Sophie enough! She took care of my two senior puppies while one of them was undergoing medical treatment, and I truly can’t think of anyone I would rather have had them stay with. She made sure both dogs stayed on top of their medications and daily routines, and they always seem genuinely happy whenever they stay with her. It gave me such peace of mind knowing they were in such caring and capable hands. I couldn’t recommend Sophie more highly!
Our puppy loved her time with Cheri! Our meet & greet, about a week before our vacation, went very well. Neoma slept for about 2 days when she got back, out of pure exhaustion (play with other pups and the like), but was so happy and content. Really appreciate Cheri's care for our little girl.
We had a number of trips over the past month and Emilia became Gemma’s home away from home! Every time we dropped the pup off she was clearly very excited to see Emilia again. It was great peace of mind knowing Gemma was being well cared for when we were away. Thank you so much!
We had such a great experience! 🥰 This was our first time leaving our dog with a sitter for several days, so I was a little nervous at first, but I quickly felt completely comfortable. They took amazing care of her, followed all of our care instructions, and sent us lots of photos and updates throughout her stay. They were also very responsive and accommodating whenever I had a request. She looked so happy and comfortable with their whole family! I’m so glad we found them and would definitely book with them again. Highly recommend! 💕
Usually our boys are wining and panting when we pick them up. With Myriam, they did the opposite and hesitated leaving. Myriam did very well taking care of our two little ones and sharing updates/pictures every day. This was our first booking with her and she exceeded our expectations!
Rhonda was above and beyond my expectations! She was responsible and caring, She followed my instructions for taking care of Bailey and kept me informed of their relationship. Rhonda sent photos of Bailey which put me at ease. She bonded with my dog right away. I am so grateful that I selected Rhonda to care for my dog while I was on vacation. To show my appreciation, I have already sent something to Rhonda.
Macy and Shelby are absolutely wonderful. They are the most perfect combination of extremely competent/on top of things, while also being the most relaxed and kind humans. Our dog has some quirks that they got down no problem, and we never worried about her there for a second (huge win for a somewhat neurotic pet parent!) We won’t hesitate to use them again in the future. Our girl came home happy and tired from a week of fun. These two are the best!!!
Emi, what a wonderful caretaker you are. From the very beginning you were calm, reassuring, accommodating, patient- even in your email messages prior to booking. And even more so when my boys were with you! Thank you for taking such wonderful care of them. The wonderful pictures and messages, for following instructions and for your flexibility and patience. The love and care you showed my pups is immeasurable, they truly believe that they were on vacation with you - and they were! Emi had a true gift with animals and a clear love & respect for them. Emi is also Excellent with people! We look forward to booking with you again. I would highly recommend Emi to others.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Boarding in Evanston on Rover is $52.5 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 5,124 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Evanston. About 91% of Evanston sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in IL ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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