Pet Boarding Great Lakes

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Sitter Profile Image: Meghan M.
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Meghan M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Northbrook, IL, 60062

We had a great experience with Meghan! Freddy was happy, well cared for, and clearly received lots of attention while we were away. Communication was excellent throughout the stay, and we really appreciated the updates and photos. We felt completely at ease knowing he was in such good hands and would happily book again.

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Angela A.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
167 reviews
76 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Hainesville, IL, 60073

We are so grateful for Angela and Dave stepping in last minute to care for our pup during our two-night trip. Their responsiveness from the start made us feel at ease, and we really appreciated the regular photo updates showing our dog happy and comfortable. It was clear that our pup was well taken care of, and we wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again. Highly recommended!

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Pooja J.
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Deidre G.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
243 reviews
127 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Mundelein, IL, 60060

Deidre is excellent as a dog sitter and overnight dog watcher. She takes a very personal approach both with the pet owner and the pet itself and has a great dog river that played with my Frankie all the time. I strongly recommend Deidre for any of the need you might have for your pet

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicole G.
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Nicole G.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
18 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Highland park, IL, 60035

We had a great experience with boarding at Nicole’s house! Our dog was happy, well cared for, and clearly comfortable the whole time. We loved getting updates and photos—it made everything so easy and stress-free. You can tell how much Nicole genuinely cares about dogs. Would absolutely book again and highly recommend!

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Erin D.
Sitter Profile Image: Veronique S.
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Veronique S.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
6 repeat clients
45 years of experience
WAUKEGAN, IL, 60087

I couldn’t be happier, Veronique was a great sitter. My dogs seems very happy and she took very good care of them. She gave them complementally bath before I picked them up. She sent me photos and videos every day to let me know how they were doing and how they interacted with her dogs and cat. Her house, back porch and backyard are really clean, well taken care of and super nice environment for dogs to run free.

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Sitter Profile Image: Julie T.
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Julie T.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
16 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Highland Park, IL, 60035

Julie is fantastic with dogs. She takes great care of Harlie, as if she were her own. Her sweet Pug Daisy is such a lovely companion for my dog. Such a great dog sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelsey R.
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Kelsey R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
4 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Grayslake, IL, 60030

Kelsey treated our Pug Millie with so much care and attention daily. Sent photos of their daily adventures together and pampered her with cozy blanket laden sofa resting after her long walks. Amazing care

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Sitter Profile Image: Jordan G.
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Jordan G.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Beach Park, IL, 60031

Churro stayed with Jordan for 9 days and she did an incredible job taking care of him. She kept us updated every day with texts, pictures and videos. Churro is only 4.5 months old and we were nervous about leaving him for so long but Jordan’s professionalism and communication eased our minds and we couldn’t be happier. Churro was very happy being with her and loves her dog, Benji. Highly recommend Jordan - she is the best!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Isabelle V.
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Isabelle V.
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$30
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19 years of experience
Waukegan, IL, 60085

About: Hello pet parents! Are you looking for a reliable and caring dog sitter? Look no further! My name is Isabelle and I am passionate about providing exceptional care for your furry friends. Whether you need occasional daytime sitting or overnight stays, I am here to ensure your dog is happy, healthy, and loved while you’re away. I’m a SAHM with 2 fur kiddos of my own, so my house is pretty much dog proof. My toddler and I walk our pups twice a day, and when our senior dogs knee starts bothering him we have a doggie backpack we use to ensure he can feel included in the walks. I have a fully fenced back yard for potty breaks. I live within a 15 minute walking distance to a park and can provide your fur kiddo with walks if permitted. I understand the importance of trusting someone with your kiddo and am committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment.

Sitter Profile Image: Michael P.
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Michael P.
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$44
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5.0 out of 5 stars
115 reviews
39 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Buffalo Grove, IL, 60089

Michael was a great Rover sitter. He answered all of our questions during a meet and greet, so we’d feel comfortable leaving our dog with him. We got many pictures through out the week (as we requested) so we knew our pup was settling in well while we were gone. He was very flexible with dates as well when we needed to make a slight change to our drop off day. Would definitely recommend Michael and will consider him for future bookings for our pup!

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Melanie L.
Sitter Profile Image: Keira W.
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Keira W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
11 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Waukegan, IL, 60087

Keira & her boyfriend were so sweet to my dog. She loved staying with them & was so tired when she got home. They sent me so many photos & updates. Would definitely recommend & rebook!

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Sitter Profile Image: Yarimar O.
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Yarimar O.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Round Lake Beach, IL, 60073

My pet had spent the fantastic days in her house because I felt he didn’t want to go back home with me. I appreciated about what I could get good travel due to her care.

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Sitter Profile Image: Michael H.
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Michael H.
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$59
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4.6 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Gurnee, IL, 60031

Great sitter! Kept us updated the whole stay and toke great care of our pup. Will definitely use again

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Sitter Profile Image: Samantha J.
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Samantha J.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 years of experience
Waukegan, IL, 60085

About: I have 2 years of professional dog/cat handling. I currently work at an animal hospital as a kennel attendant! I have had dogs of my own growing up, and now I own 6 cats. I just love caring for animals. I am free Monday-Friday so I will be available to give all my attention to your fur baby! They will have plenty of cuddles and play time! My mom and I will both be very much involved with your fur baby! I do not have a fenced yard BUT I will gladly take your doggy on multiple walks! I do have 6 cats but they have their own room/space so they will not interfere with any animals I’m boarding :)

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Judith B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
96 reviews
14 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Kildeer, IL, 60047

Judy was incredible! She sent pictures everyday. We have never left our dog with anyone but family so we were super nervous. She did a wonderful job taking care of our dog. We will be sure to use her again if needed!

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Sitter Profile Image: Juliana F.
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Juliana F.
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$57
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
9 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Vernon hills, IL, 60061

I can highly recommend Juliana. Very nice family with young children and small but very clean home. She showed attention to details. Plan to use her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Andrew (Rusty) C.
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$44
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
3 repeat clients
40 years of experience
ROUND LAKE BEACH, IL, 60073

I highly recommend Rusty. Benny stayed with him while I was away, and I couldn’t have been happier with the care he provided. He sent me pictures and updates every day, which gave me a lot of peace of mind. I was especially nervous because Benny has a history of resource guarding, but he handled him very well and everything went smoothly. Benny was well cared for, safe, and happy during his stay. I would def trust him to watch Benny again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Norma G.
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Norma G.
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$37
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4.9 out of 5 stars
200 reviews
75 repeat clients
34 years of experience
LAKE VILLA, IL, 60046

My dog was well taken care of during my vacation, and I loved the photos and video she shared while I was gone. I will definitely contact her again when needed.

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Sitter Profile Image: Anna T.
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Anna T.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
14 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Grayslake, IL, 60030

Anna, took really great care of our Golden Retriever, Beau! I was pleased the find her taking him for a walk when I called to pick him up early. We appreciate her flexibility and love for dogs!

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Sitter Profile Image: Denis & Nikki M.
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Denis & Nikki M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
275 reviews
112 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Deerfield, IL, 60015

Amazing service!! So helpful when we needed a last minute booking for our boys. They sent prompt updates, pictures, and provided a great space for our pups :)

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The median cost per night for pet boarding in Great Lakes is $50

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Matt was very good with our dog. He is near the Great Lakes Naval Base and is experienced with dog foster care. He has a small fenced yard and let our dog socialize with his three dogs. Our small terrier easily assimilated as a member of the family. 5 stars.

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Geoffrey S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

She is the best! I do not have enough words to express my gratitude to her!! She took care of my doggo so well, lots and lots of pictures, and it’s clear my doggo had the time of his life. I trust her more than myself when it comes to taking care of him!

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Moni B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah was great with my dogs. I felt so comfortable leaving them there. And she was really flexible when I asked her to keep them an extra night due to unforeseen circumstances.

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Koka K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Fanny was great, she took greatness care of my baby Bella and her dog was gentle. It was a lovely visit. I will definitely book again.

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Sadie M.
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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Great Lakes

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The average cost for Pet Boarding in Great Lakes on Rover is $35.65 per night (as of July 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 4,818 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Great Lakes. About 90% of Great Lakes 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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