Dog Boarding Evanston
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“Lauryn was amazing with our dog, Buttercup. We boarded her for seven days while we were on our cruise, and Lauryn took excellent care of her the entire time. She kept us updated with regular photos and messages, which gave us real peace of mind. Buttercup was happy, comfortable, and well loved. We’ll definitely use her again!”
“Koryn was wonderful and attentive while looking after my dog, Sarge; she kept me updated with photos and videos during his meals and walks, and I am truly happy and grateful for that. I hope to book with her again someday! Thanks, Koryn :)”
“Top notch bog sitter. 100% genuine dog lover. Sent me photos everyday. Have Shadow a routine as close as she could to her normal day. Gave my dog lots of love and care. You can’t go wrong picking Callie to watch your pet.”
“Laurie was extremely helpful and accommodating for our weekend trip that got delayed and pushed back. Can’t thank her enough for taking care of BLU!”
“This was our first time having to leave our dog with someone who isn't family. I was pretty nervous, but Victoria was amazing. We went and met her before his stay so he could check everything out. She was great about introducing him to her dogs. She sent pictures and updates while we were gone. It was nice to have peace of mind about leaving him and we will definitely be seeing Victoria again. Highly recommend!”
About: My partner and I started our dog sitting and boarding journey out of a deep, lifelong love for animals. Caring for pets has always come naturally to me — I’ve been around and caring for animals of all kinds since I was a child. We’re not just pet sitters; we truly treat every animal like family. When your pet is with us, they’re not just safe — they’re loved, spoiled, and given the kind of attention and care we’d want for our own. You can feel confident knowing your furry friend is in kind, experienced, and devoted hands. My partner and I currently work part time, we have plenty of time for potty breaks, walks, and play time. We are home every weekend and home early afternoons. We’re proud to offer a spacious, secure, and visually enriching environment for your pets to enjoy. Our home sits on 10 acres of cleared land, giving plenty of room for safe exploration, fresh air, and playtime. We do require all pets to be flea-medicated and up to date on vaccines for everyone’s comfort and safety. We share our home with two friendly dogs and two cats, so all visiting pets must be well-socialized and dog/cat friendly. Your pet will be treated like family here, with lots of love, attention, and space to thrive. We’re also happy to provide add-on services like light grooming, cleaning, and nail trimming upon request — just let us know what your pet needs!
About: * Lifelong animal lover with experience caring for dogs and cats of different sizes, breeds, and personalities * Comfortable with feeding schedules, walks, playtime, crate routines, and basic pet care needs * Patient and attentive with shy, energetic, senior, or high-maintenance pets * Able to provide regular potty breaks, exercise, companionship, and lots of affection * Reliable and dependable with a strong focus on pet safety and comfort * Happy to follow specific instructions, routines, and special care requests from owners * Provides photo and message updates so pet parents can feel at ease while away * Treats every pet like family and works to create a calm, loving environment I currently have a very open and flexible schedule and am available for boarding, walks, drop in visits, feeding, house sitting, and pet care at almost any time, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays. I’m happy to accommodate last minute bookings whenever possible and can work around your pet’s specific routine and needs Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I have a completely fenced backyard where dogs can safely play and get exercise. I also have a small, friendly Shih Tzu who loves being around other dogs and does well with new furry friends. My neighborhood is quiet, safe, and great for walks, giving pets plenty of opportunities for exercise and fresh air in a secure environment. I always make sure pets are supervised, comfortable, and cared for like family while they’re with me
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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Evanston home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Evanston.
Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Evanston sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
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.
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 MS ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
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