Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Gage Park, Chicago

“Emily is a great and attentive sitter. She always let me know if there was an issue (there rarely was) and treated my two kitties with great care! They were happy to have someone to play with while I was gone! :) Will definitely turn to Emily if I need to rebook in the future!”

“We have booked with Yesenia a few times, and she always leaves thoughtful report cards. She is a trustworthy and wonderful catsitter and we will be booking with her more in the future!”

“Drew is AMAZING and has taken care of my bunny 3 or 4 times now. He’s super responsive, shares a lot of (great) photos, and is attentive to my bun’s needs. I highly recommend him!”

“Krystal is really good with all types of pets. I have known her for a few years now and she always speaks about her love for pets. She has helped me train my dog when I didn't know what to do and has also helped watch him when I need to leave out of town for emergencies”

“Miguel stayed over at my house for a week to take care of my 2 kittens, 1 senior cat, and even my 2 guinea pigs. I made a schedule of their feeding, playing, and cleaning times and he followed all the directions perfectly! I’m happy I can depend on someone to take care of my babies while I’m gone on vacation!”

“Taylor has a deep passion for animals. Our Boston terrier sisters love her so much. She can be trusted with any animal. Cats, dogs, etc.”

“Very friendly and gives prompt replies. Looking forward to booking him again next time we need a sitter!”

“Wendy took such great care of my cats! She gave detailed updates of each visit and took a lot of cute pictures. It's comforting knowing they were well taken care of while I was away!”

“Eric has done a wonderful job with my cat.”

“Kaitlyn is a fabulous cat sitter! She's my go-to sitter when I have short and longer business trips. My work travel is picking up now that we are sort-of post-pandemic. I'm so happy that I can depend upon her.”

About: Hi, My name is Jennifer. I am currently a first year veterinary student. I am looking always spend time with animals during my free time. I have plenty of past experience. Currently, I have a lovely and mighty 15 year old chihuahua and and hyperactive 1 yr old Shiba mix back in my hometown, Chicago. Here, I take care of my boyfriend’s dog, a gentle and high energy 5 year old pup who we believe is an American Terrier mix. I’ve had so much fun caring for and training all of them. They know how to do their business outside, give a high five/paw, handshake, sit and stay. In the past, I have volunteered as a dog walker and done animal care and medical internships with PAWS Chicago and The Humane Society. Additionally, I’ve walked dogs during my free time through an app. called Wag and I had so much fun. Unfortunately, it’s not available in Champaign. Prior to starting veterinary school, I worked full time as a veterinary assistant at an awesome private practice in Chicago. Everyday, I worked with clients and their dogs, cats, and even some birds! Overall, I am comfortable with dogs and cats of all sizes, ages and temperaments. I am also comfortable with administering medications if needed. Throughout my experience I have developed good husbandry and handling skills that can assure the health and happiness of your pets. I am very patient and willing to play with and teach your pet some tricks. In the future, I hope to become a small animal veterinarian to further care for your adorable furry friends! I’m currently a full time veterinary student . However, my schedule can be pretty flexible since our class times vary everyday. I am generally available on weekends. Once the summer break starts in May, I will be significantly more available during the week and on weekends. If you’re interested in my services feel free to reach out. It is always exciting meeting a new pet parent and their pets. I am happy to coordinate the best times to care for your furry friends! I am very cognizant of the importance of paying attention to your pets. So when I am pet sitting I make sure that the pet is comfortable, well fed, and having fun. If I ever notice anything abnormal, I reach out to the owner. I also like to meet with the client prior to the home visit to assure that the pet is comfortable with me and so the client can let me know of any pertinent information. Every animal is unique and has their own personality and likes and dislikes, having this information is crucial to me! It helps me assure that I keep the pet in a comfortable and secure environment . During the visit, I like to keep the owner updated and love to send them pictures of their pets. If I ever have any questions, I always reach out to the owner or make sure that I get clarification prior to visit. I also take notes after the initial meeting to make sure I have all pertinent information.

“My cat literally melted in front of Jacky. Big pile of puddly goo. She's was absolutely great and responsive.”

“Good communication and our car seemed happy. Thanks!”

About: I’ve taken care of many animals from start-of-life to end-to-life. I’m currently the caretaker of 4 senior animals (dog, 2 cats, lizard) and 2 adult cats. I have a fair share of experience with overweight/special needs dogs. Feel free to inquire about my experiences! I’m a full-time student during the spring/fall. I have open availability during the summer and in between semesters. I love animals, and like to spend whatever time I can with them! I have a multi-level house with fences and gates. The alley cats are separated into the back of the house; the dog, house cats, and lizard stay on the 1st floor. Everyone explores the front and back yards.

“Catalina loves animals with her whole heart, especially dogs. Her dog Zoe is the love of her life and when talking about her, her face beams. She always gives her treats for obeying and never lets her go more than a few hours without a walk or playtime outside. She invests time and money to give her the best dog food money can buy and frequently takes her on trips to the doggy park. Anyone's pet would be in good hands with Catalina as their pet caregiver. She would never take her eye off of them and give them all the cuddles and attention they need.”

About: Lifelong dog lover and trainer: With a lifetime of experience caring for dogs of all breeds and sizes, I'm passionate about providing them with love, training, and exceptional care. I've honed my skills through training classes and enjoy learning about canine behavior, healthy habits, and medication needs to ensure your furry friend receives the best possible attention while you're away. Caring for pets is an ingrained part of my daily routine. My mornings start with making sure my furry friend is happy and fed before I even consider getting myself ready. We then embark on two walks a day, giving them ample opportunity to frolic and release energy. Throughout the day, I'm attuned to their needs, taking them outside for potty breaks and playtime whenever they signal it's needed. My furry baby girl is an inside dog and she has her lil bed but really has free range of the house. She let's me know when it is time to go outside for potty breaks. I take her outside and play with her letting her run and play until she gets tired.

“As a repeat customer, I think Maribel is the absolute best!! My kitty wasn’t feeling well and she went above and beyond to make sure he was doing okay. He’s now feeling much better and already misses playing with her!”

“Montse took care of my kitten for a week while I was out of town. She made sure to follow the list of rules I had for Ren. Montse sent pictures often, just to update me and let me know what Ren was getting herself into. Ren is way too energetic but Montse was able to handle her just fine, especially making sure Ren was safe from sharp object, hot stoves, way too high places, or similar situations. Ren’s a house cat so Montse made sure to always keep windows and doors closed so Ren would never run away. Ren has no real feeding times but Montse made sure to give her enough water, food, and snacks throughout the days to keep Ren healthy and happy. Ren had her own little toys to also keep herself entertained so Montse made sure to play with her every day so Ren wouldn’t get bored.”

About: My childhood dog was Yorkie named bam bam, yes like the flintstones. All my life I’ve been caring for all sorts of beautiful animals, dogs especially. Each dog as a personality of their own . I’ve always taken care of family dogs, from big pit bulls to chihuahuas. I only work three days a week , and am a full time nursing student. Currently my classes are online so I have plenty of free time on my hands. I enjoy the outdoors, it is a good way to take a break from stressors. I have experience with caring for older dogs and those that might require a little extra attention. I do have some experience with caring for dogs that might require basic medications in pill forms. I love all dogs , and caring for them as if their my own family.

“LUPE IS AMAZING! I can’t say enough good things here. Lupe was so responsive, thoughtful—amazing catographer and sent pics during each visit. I never felt worried about Randy while Lupe was watching him. She even took out my garbage and brought in my mail! I will definitely contact Lupe again for another drop-in.”