Pet Boarding Great Lakes

About: I’ve owned and taken care of dogs for over 30 years. Currently am a dog dad of a sweetheart 3 year old tri-color pitbull named Seven. We love to go on longboard skateboard rides on the lake bluff bike bath everyday. I currently work full time driving. Which allows me to get home multiple times a times per day and night to provide the best care Animals are very important to me and I always give my dog the best care and exercise possible. From multiple walks/skateboard rides per day, to always having water available and feeding at the proper time. I have even started using alcohol free wipes on dog paws before coming back inside

“Jae and her family were amazing to my sweet puppy. I could not have asked for a better family to take care of my dog; we felt absolutely blessed to have such a perfect home when we were gone. The entire family treated her like she was part of the family, and I always felt comforted on my vacation to receive pictures of my dog enjoying her days with her interim family. I will absolutely only use Jae now. And our dogs have become great friends too, so what an incredible bonus!”

Danielle S.

“Our dog loves Ella! She is great at communicating with us regarding our dog, activities they did, and more. She is always very flexible and accommodating. Our Lilly always looks forward to hanging out with Ella!”

Kathryn C.

About: I’ve been an animal lover my entire life and have over 20 years of personal experience caring for dogs. I understand that pets are family members, and I treat every animal with the same love, patience, and attention I would give my own. As a longtime dog owner, I know how important it is to find someone trustworthy, caring, and responsible when you’re away. Whether your pet enjoys playtime, cuddles, relaxing, or extra attention, I want them to feel happy, safe, and comfortable. I offer a warm, loving environment where your pet will receive personalized care and plenty of affection. My goal is to give you peace of mind knowing your furry family member is in good hands. I am located in Northbrook and would love to welcome your pet into my home! I currently work part-time, which allows me to have a flexible schedule and plenty of time to care for your furry family members. I’m available for dog walking, playtime, feeding, and pet sitting throughout the week. I do my best to accommodate each pet owner’s schedule and make sure every pet receives the love, attention, and care they deserve. Your pet’s safety, happiness, and comfort are my top priorities! I offer a loving, clean, and comfortable home in Northbrook with a small fenced yard where dogs can enjoy fresh air, supervised outdoor time, and playtime. I’m also happy to take dogs on regular walks, providing exercise, attention, and opportunities to explore the neighborhood safely. I understand that every pet has different needs, personalities, and routines. I carefully follow your instructions regarding feeding, walking, and daily care to make your pet feel right at home. I treat every pet like a member of my own family and want you to feel completely comfortable knowing your furry friend is safe, loved, and well cared for while you’re away.

“We are so delighted to have found Sunshine! Our pup was walked, snuggled, played with, and loved, as evident from the photos! We could relax and enjoy our trip, knowing he was in her patient, fun, kind hands. We feel so blessed to have found Sunshine and will absolutely use her again! 💛”

Laura M.

“We had another fantastic experience with Marissa. This was her second time watching our 11 years old dachshund, and we couldn't be happier. Since he's a senior dog, it means the world to us knowing he's in such gentle, attentive, and caring hands. He was so happy, relaxed, and well-cared for the entire time. We will definitely be booking Marissa again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and loving pet sitter.”

Lucy R.

“Ryann is so kind and very caring and attentive with our pup. We received lots of pictures and videos and she was also extremely flexible with our schedule!”

Maxine W.

“Daniella was wonderful! She was very responsive and took good care of our dog while we were away. We will happily rebook with her in the future.”

Erin B.

“Lorena is absolutely WONDERFUL! She will be my first choice from now on. I could tell she really loved my girl Fiona while I was away and did everything to make Fiona happy. Fiona came home happy, healthy, safe, and with a new friend. I can't thank you enough!”

Elisa L.

“Carla is the best!! She watched our Bichon over a long weekend and gave him great care. He’s a VERY picky eater and being a Senior pooch, can be a little difficult at times. Carla sent us videos and pictures all weekend and it was relief to see him enjoying himself.”

Rick S.

“After meeting Melissa and her dogs, we felt very comfortable leaving our doggy with her 9 nights. The family is friendly, the home is cozy, and we liked the big yard. We also liked the updates we received and photos she sent during his stay. Melissa was super responsive and provided updates how our dog was doing with his food, and getting along with her dogs. It was our first time using Rover, and we were very pleased with the experience. We were happy to find Melissa and recommend her to anyone to feel at ease while on vacation.”

Gabriella T.

“Svitlana took a great care of my tiny feather baby. She did everything per instructions including medications. She sent me a picture or video every day. My dog returned to me happy and healthy.”

Natalie G.

“Lucy is a very pleasant person and took good care of my two dogs. She even took them in Christmas Day since we were leaving early the day after.”

Patti B.

“Wilma was an amazing sitter, sending me daily pictures of Maisy and assuring me she’s eating, playing and doing fine. My dog didn’t want to come home! 😄 We’ll definitely be back!”

Natalia O.

“The absolute best care for my Nico! Eliza loves Nico like her own and takes him on long walks and bike rides at Busses woods and They have an awesome time!”

Robbi A.

About: I grew up with a dog and loved him very much. He passed away, and the family has not yet gotten another, but I miss caring for a dog. I love all dogs and cats of any size and any animal, for that matter. I am incredibly attentive to animals and always love giving them care, even when they are not mine. I am almost always home and able to pet sit through the day and overnight. I am currently in college, but taking classes online, so I am constantly available to tend to your pet's needs. I am a very active person who can take your pet on walks or runs more than once each day if need be. If your pet enjoys resting, I will also do it with them as I complete work on my computer and will pay close attention to them or snuggle with them if it's what they like. I will care for each pet depending on their specific needs, whether they need to have walks, use the bathroom often, or receive personal care. My home is very safe for pets, as it was already set up for a dog in the past with carpeted stairs and a yard to play in. The yard has a fence around part of it, but it is still open, so if I take your pet outside to play, I will use a leash and keep them in the yard safely separated from any danger. The only other person living in the home will be my mother, who is also an animal lover, but is generally at work during weekdays.

“Lauren and her family took such good care of our dog Sawyer! This was our first time being away from our puppy so we were worried she was going to be scared, but she had so much fun playing with their dog Zoe while we were away. Lauren sent us pictures everyday to let us know how she was doing. By the time we got back, Sawyer was already attached to Lauren, Zoe, and the rest of the family.”

Paul K.

“I am very happy with Yessica care of Oreo. She provided daily updates with pictures of my fur baby. Her family treated Oreo like a member of their precious family. I will be using her services again.”

Kathyleen P.

About: I’ve been a hands-on dog owner for the past 5 years and currently have a Labrador Retriever, so I understand the daily care, attention, and love dogs need to thrive. Through raising my own dog, I’ve gained experience with feeding routines, walks, playtime, basic training reinforcement, and recognizing changes in behavior or mood. In addition, I’ve pet sat a puppy for two weeks, providing consistent care, supervision, and plenty of patience during an important developmental stage. I’m comfortable following specific instructions and routines to make sure each pet feels safe, happy, and well cared for while their owner is away. Pet care is a regular part of my daily and weekly routine. I structure my schedule around feeding times, walks, play sessions, and rest periods to ensure pets feel comfortable and secure. Since I already care for my own dog, adding another pet into my routine is seamless, and I make sure each pet receives individualized attention and care. When caring for pets in my home, I focus on maintaining a safe, calm, and loving environment. I follow each pet’s usual routine for feeding, walks, potty breaks, playtime, and rest so they feel comfortable and at home. I provide plenty of supervision, exercise, and affection, and I make sure pets are introduced slowly and safely if needed. Clean water, a tidy space, and regular updates to owners are always a priority.

“We can tell our pup had a great time staying with Merrick! He was very communicative, sent pictures every day, and we could tell, cared very much about the comfort of our pooch. We definitely would book again and highly recommend”

Shannon R.