Doggy Day Care in Great Lakes
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“Julie was great! Her home is very dog friendly. She catered to Bitsy by letting her sleep on her lap. And, she sent adorable pictures throughout the day. Highly recommend!”


“Monica was so great with Rose! So caring and flexible and responsive. Rose had the best time playing with Monica’s dog Beto and she will miss him very much. I will absolutely use Monica again if I come back to town to visit!”


“This was our first time using Rover for our puppy, and they were amazing with Grizzly, even with all his crazy energy! So grateful for how patient and kind they were. Highly recommend!”


“My dog was SO happy when he realized he was going back to Lorena’s. So relieved to have someone I can trust with my baby! Highly recommend.”



“Thank you Dee for wonderful care you provided to Nikita while we were gone. I felt confident and calm that you would take great care of her! I would love to keep in touch and use your services in the future. I also highly recommend your services to others, especially to highly worrisome and demanding pet owners:)))”


“My pup absolutely loves going to Deidre’s house! She has been going for quite a few days out of the week and she is always super excited when we enter her neighborhood. I know my dog is super loved and cared for at her house, which is a great feeling! Annie is exhausted when we get home at night- a good sign lol :)”


“I had a family emergency where I needed someone to look after my girls, it was last minute and Renee was very understanding and polite. Highly recommend to sit your fur babies.”


About: Experience working professionally with animals for over 10 years now. Signed up for Rover to earn extra income doing something I love. CPR-certified and experience with senior dogs. I'm currently home full-time. Open availability for boarding, doggy daycare, dog walking or drop-in visits. Fully dedicated to my pet sitting/grooming business. Your pups will never be left unattended. Boarding: I have a spacious home with expansive outdoor space that’s fully fenced in. Your pup will have free range (unless non-social). A private suite is available for non-social pups. If your pup is non-social we would just do individual walks instead of backyard potty breaks and outdoor play. Bedding and toys provided.

“She was excellent. Very prompt in her response and sent numerous pictures and videos to give us comfort that our dog, Louie, was well cared for!!”


“I can't say enough wonderful things about Tessa and the dog daycare that she provides! She is very friendly, clearly a big dog lover, and is very attentive to my dog, Cypria's individual personality, needs, and preferences. Cypria always takes some time to warm up to new places and people, but has been very quickly warming up to Tessa. When Tessa first met Cypria, she even sat down on the floor so that Cypria would feel less intimidated and feel comfortable enough to approach her. I always feel completely at ease leaving my dog with Tessa knowing that she is so well cared for. Tessa also watched my family's Border Collie, Maia, who is incredibly energetic. Maia miraculously came home tired for once and very content after a day with lots of her favorite activity: fetch!”


“Olive had the best time with Kristal! She was so accommodating to her needs, and it’s clear that Kristal has a lot of experience with dogs. We will be using her again and again!”


About: Ask me how to get $20 off your first Rover booking with me! Hola- Hablo Español, también! Hello there! I am a dog cat and chicken mama myself and love to be around all animals. I have owned and babysat chickens, cats, and dogs since i was little. I am very patient and loving towards animals and would love to care for your fur baby as per your requests while you are away. I work at home full time so I am up early and will spend full days with your pet. Let me know of any special requests and I will be happy to fulfill them! Located in Gurnee IL. I work from home full time and have a highly social and playful dog. During the day your boarded babies will play with Bentley (my dog) and nap on the bed in my office to jazz and classical music. During my break I usually walk my dog midday or late afternoon. If your dog or cat is not boarded, after 11A I am free to pop over and check on your fur babies and spend some time with them. My dog and cats safety at home are a high priority, I keep my home clean and free of anything they might chew or choke on. As well as all chemicals and other hazards showed away in cabinets they are unable to open. For my anxious dog I keep classical music on throughout the house to create a peaceful environment. Your pooch will feel at ease in my home and will always be watched and cared for. I make sure to send plenty of pictures and videos to update you on their mood and how their day is going. Nothing better than getting reassurance that your fur baby is in the best hands!! In your home I will watch them the entire time while they are playing and eating to make sure they are okay and haven’t gotten into any trouble.

“She took great care of Messi for the holiday!”



About: Hi I'm Taylor! I have been around dogs my whole life! I live in a house with a huge fenced in yard. My puppies (Emmy, Bowser and Felix) and I are willing to bring love, attention, and play to your fur baby. We have several parks nearby that we walk to and play on a daily basis. I work from home during the weekday, so will be home throughout the day to care for your dog or cat. Your pet will be in good hands under my care. Emmy Bowser and Felix are very friendly and haven’t met a dog they don’t love. I also have a two year old daughter who loves dogs, but your dog must be good with young children. I work from home so I can easily let your dog out for potty breaks throughout the day and take them for walks on a break I have a fenced in yard and a crate if needed. My dogs sleep in the bed with me so that’s fine if that is what your dog is used to

“Wendy was very dear and took great care of Schatzi during the days while I visited nearby sites during my stay in the Bronx. I would never have been able go to Botanical Gardens and Zoo and museums without her help with my mini dachsie. Wendy has a mini dachsie and the two greeted each other very amicably on first meet. "We loved having her (Schatzi)."”


About: I have always been known for being a caring person, for my patience. As a teacher and a mother I'm really good taking care of others, and with experience with my own pets or others. After driving my husband and children I have time to spend with pets, during the day with walks and also with the company of my daughter. There is a very big garden where we can take walks and my daughter is always excited to play and enjoy the time with pets.

About: Having grown up with dogs and now being a single dog-mom, I understand how much you think of your fur baby while you're away. (Poop/pee status updates are so underrated 😄) Let me ease your worries! I trained my dog, Nala, from scratch and can work on some basic obedience training with your pup, if you'd like. Just like physical exercise, they love the mental stimulation, too! Whether your dog is very hyper or just wants to cuddle, we can accommodate that! Looking forward to meeting your dog's needs. Nala is a 9 yo medium-sized rescue. She loves to play and gets along with even the grouchiest friends because she understands their body language and does not force the interaction. She grew up around cats, too and really respects their space. I'm a full-time graduate student and have a flexible schedule for walks. I can accommodate weekly/regular bookings or spontaneous walks booked within 24 hrs, too. Always happy to share photos and regular updates as much as you like! Minimal (once upon arrival, once after our walk/day), medium (+2/day updates for overnight stays, maximum (hourly updates including activities and poop/pee updates).

About: Growing up I’ve had many types of pets and have always been the one to have more compassion towards them. I’ve had dogs, bunnies, cats, ducks, and even birds. I love being able to understand their physical & emotional needs. I’ve also had a plethora of friends & neighbors that had me watch their precious pets. Wether that is walking, bathing, or cleaning. Working full-time but off during the weekends. Can make time during the late afternoon & evening. I have 4 budgies that I look after and 1 dog that I take on walks every other day. I like to give pets a sense of their previous home. If they are used to being around a spacious area, I take them on walks. If they’re more shy at first then I like to slowly play with them to feel comfortable.

About: All around animal lover ! Specialize in working with dogs that have special needs. Kushings disease . Addison’s disease , wheel chairs bound dogs as well We have a very generous schedule that is fur-baby focused. We let out our fella Jackie and his sisters laila and Greta every two hours. We also spend a lot of fun in the sun during the summer We have a huge gated yard ,our fur babies are very friendly and there are plenty of humans in the house if your pet needs emotional support.

About: I’ve had my own dogs since I was a small kid and loved every second of it. Unfortunately with my job here I wasn’t able to get a dog and moving in a year I don’t want to get one before I transfer. Taking advantage of this app to enjoy my time with animals I’m currently only working morning for an hour or so and work close by so I am home 23 out of the hours a day and would love a friend I have a back yard at my apartments and patio area to let the dog roam and hang out and love to go on walks. I will make sure all dogs are taken out when needed and nothing hazardous around them .
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Julie T.Star Sitter

“Julie was great! Her home is very dog friendly. She catered to Bitsy by letting her sleep on her lap. And, she sent adorable pictures throughout the day. Highly recommend!”


Monica O.

“Monica was so great with Rose! So caring and flexible and responsive. Rose had the best time playing with Monica’s dog Beto and she will miss him very much. I will absolutely use Monica again if I come back to town to visit!”


Byron G.Star Sitter

“This was our first time using Rover for our puppy, and they were amazing with Grizzly, even with all his crazy energy! So grateful for how patient and kind they were. Highly recommend!”


Lorena R.

“My dog was SO happy when he realized he was going back to Lorena’s. So relieved to have someone I can trust with my baby! Highly recommend.”




Dee S.Star Sitter

“Thank you Dee for wonderful care you provided to Nikita while we were gone. I felt confident and calm that you would take great care of her! I would love to keep in touch and use your services in the future. I also highly recommend your services to others, especially to highly worrisome and demanding pet owners:)))”


Deidre G.Star Sitter

“My pup absolutely loves going to Deidre’s house! She has been going for quite a few days out of the week and she is always super excited when we enter her neighborhood. I know my dog is super loved and cared for at her house, which is a great feeling! Annie is exhausted when we get home at night- a good sign lol :)”


Renee L.

“I had a family emergency where I needed someone to look after my girls, it was last minute and Renee was very understanding and polite. Highly recommend to sit your fur babies.”


Yesenia C.
About: Experience working professionally with animals for over 10 years now. Signed up for Rover to earn extra income doing something I love. CPR-certified and experience with senior dogs. I'm currently home full-time. Open availability for boarding, doggy daycare, dog walking or drop-in visits. Fully dedicated to my pet sitting/grooming business. Your pups will never be left unattended. Boarding: I have a spacious home with expansive outdoor space that’s fully fenced in. Your pup will have free range (unless non-social). A private suite is available for non-social pups. If your pup is non-social we would just do individual walks instead of backyard potty breaks and outdoor play. Bedding and toys provided.


Chisato A.Star Sitter

“She was excellent. Very prompt in her response and sent numerous pictures and videos to give us comfort that our dog, Louie, was well cared for!!”


Tessa S.Star Sitter

“I can't say enough wonderful things about Tessa and the dog daycare that she provides! She is very friendly, clearly a big dog lover, and is very attentive to my dog, Cypria's individual personality, needs, and preferences. Cypria always takes some time to warm up to new places and people, but has been very quickly warming up to Tessa. When Tessa first met Cypria, she even sat down on the floor so that Cypria would feel less intimidated and feel comfortable enough to approach her. I always feel completely at ease leaving my dog with Tessa knowing that she is so well cared for. Tessa also watched my family's Border Collie, Maia, who is incredibly energetic. Maia miraculously came home tired for once and very content after a day with lots of her favorite activity: fetch!”


Kristal L.Star Sitter

“Olive had the best time with Kristal! She was so accommodating to her needs, and it’s clear that Kristal has a lot of experience with dogs. We will be using her again and again!”


Sophia G.
About: Ask me how to get $20 off your first Rover booking with me! Hola- Hablo Español, también! Hello there! I am a dog cat and chicken mama myself and love to be around all animals. I have owned and babysat chickens, cats, and dogs since i was little. I am very patient and loving towards animals and would love to care for your fur baby as per your requests while you are away. I work at home full time so I am up early and will spend full days with your pet. Let me know of any special requests and I will be happy to fulfill them! Located in Gurnee IL. I work from home full time and have a highly social and playful dog. During the day your boarded babies will play with Bentley (my dog) and nap on the bed in my office to jazz and classical music. During my break I usually walk my dog midday or late afternoon. If your dog or cat is not boarded, after 11A I am free to pop over and check on your fur babies and spend some time with them. My dog and cats safety at home are a high priority, I keep my home clean and free of anything they might chew or choke on. As well as all chemicals and other hazards showed away in cabinets they are unable to open. For my anxious dog I keep classical music on throughout the house to create a peaceful environment. Your pooch will feel at ease in my home and will always be watched and cared for. I make sure to send plenty of pictures and videos to update you on their mood and how their day is going. Nothing better than getting reassurance that your fur baby is in the best hands!! In your home I will watch them the entire time while they are playing and eating to make sure they are okay and haven’t gotten into any trouble.


Alicia D.

“She took great care of Messi for the holiday!”




Taylor G.
“Taylor would be perfect for this job! She loves all animals and spends all of her free time doing pet friendly activities. She is trustworthy, professional and dependable.”


Wendy T.

“Wendy was very dear and took great care of Schatzi during the days while I visited nearby sites during my stay in the Bronx. I would never have been able go to Botanical Gardens and Zoo and museums without her help with my mini dachsie. Wendy has a mini dachsie and the two greeted each other very amicably on first meet. "We loved having her (Schatzi)."”


Laura O.
“Laura is so passionate about animals, she is so reliable and trustful. She took care of Max for two weeks in her house. She played, fed and enjoyed having time with my dog. She was paying attention to every single detail about my little dog. And every day a received pictures and a report about muy dog. Definitely she is the right person for taking care of pets. I widely recommend her. I was satisfied with her service.”


Justine L.
“Justine is the greatest dog mom I have ever had the honor of knowing. Not only is she caring, knowledgeable, patient, and responsible with her own furry companion, but so much does she show the same towards other pets that I made her a god-momma to my own. Your furry companion will be in no better care than with Justine.”


Ram V.
About: Growing up I’ve had many types of pets and have always been the one to have more compassion towards them. I’ve had dogs, bunnies, cats, ducks, and even birds. I love being able to understand their physical & emotional needs. I’ve also had a plethora of friends & neighbors that had me watch their precious pets. Wether that is walking, bathing, or cleaning. Working full-time but off during the weekends. Can make time during the late afternoon & evening. I have 4 budgies that I look after and 1 dog that I take on walks every other day. I like to give pets a sense of their previous home. If they are used to being around a spacious area, I take them on walks. If they’re more shy at first then I like to slowly play with them to feel comfortable.


Rael V.
About: All around animal lover ! Specialize in working with dogs that have special needs. Kushings disease . Addison’s disease , wheel chairs bound dogs as well We have a very generous schedule that is fur-baby focused. We let out our fella Jackie and his sisters laila and Greta every two hours. We also spend a lot of fun in the sun during the summer We have a huge gated yard ,our fur babies are very friendly and there are plenty of humans in the house if your pet needs emotional support.


Ashley H.
About: I’ve had my own dogs since I was a small kid and loved every second of it. Unfortunately with my job here I wasn’t able to get a dog and moving in a year I don’t want to get one before I transfer. Taking advantage of this app to enjoy my time with animals I’m currently only working morning for an hour or so and work close by so I am home 23 out of the hours a day and would love a friend I have a back yard at my apartments and patio area to let the dog roam and hang out and love to go on walks. I will make sure all dogs are taken out when needed and nothing hazardous around them .
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Only Rover provides comprehensive Great Lakes doggy day care options that meet your dog's unique needs. Anxious or special needs dogs who prefer a 1:1 environment are a good fit for in-home doggy day care, while energetic pups who benefit from socialization and activity are a good fit for doggy day care centers.
Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for doggy day care in Great Lakes on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $40 per day, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, 1,982 sitters provided doggy day care in Great Lakes. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters offering doggy day care 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, 87% of Great Lakes sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Great Lakes have an average of 17 years of experience. Sitters offering doggy day care with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Great Lakes.
Great Lakes doggy day care sitters are happy to take care of your dog while you’re at work or unavailable for the day. Book a one-time visit, or set up a regular rhythm with your favorite Great Lakes sitter. Drop off your dog at the sitter’s home and rest easy knowing they’ll get frequent potty breaks, plenty of playtime, and lots of love. Doggy day care is great for:
- Puppies and high-energy dogs
- Dogs with special needs, including seniors
- Pet parents who work long hours
- Dogs with separation anxiety
There are 1,982 sitters offering doggy day care in Great Lakes on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Great Lakes, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 87% 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 doggy day care 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 doggy day care 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 doggy day care 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 doggy day care service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
