House Sitting in Gurnee

About: My family rescued a dog from a shelter when I was 14, and I helped out with daily walks, clean up, training, taking to appointments, and (later in his life) helping to administer medications (pills) several times a day. Along with my own dog, I've house/pet sat for cats and dogs, walked dogs for many other people, and I have experience caring for many "exotic" pets like hamsters, rats, hermit crabs, sugar gliders, fish, tarantulas, and even bugs! I don't have the income to support my own pet at this time, but I have plenty of love and free time to ensure your pets receive the top notch care they deserve. I'm currently unemployed as I figure out my life plans, which gives me plenty of free time to stop in, walk, or babysit your fur babies if you can't be there for whatever reason. I also love long walks, and I'd love to add the company of a pet along with me, no matter the weather. I treat pets the way I'd treat my own. I'm patient and gentle, but I can also be firm ensuring a pet follows the house rules even in your absence. I always make sure to clean up after a pet, and I do my best to leave a place in the same state it was when I arrived.

“Charlie did a wonderful job with my pets. They loved him and acted like they had known him for years! Charlie took notes, sent pictures, and did everything so I had not one concern about my silly golden and talkative cat . The most amazing thing is that he did this on a VERY short notice when I had to go out of town unexpectedly!! He was a true help to me! I would definitely call Charlie again!”

Nancy D.

“Jillian was great with our dog and cat and made us feel so comfortable when we left for the weekend ! She was responsive and sent lots of photos. She was very loving with our pets. We would definitely recommend her”

Chloe D.

“Ariana has been my go to sitter! She is so good with my Lucy and she loves her. Very dependable! She also has helped me out with a few small projects around the house while I’m away. Highly recommend!”

Kelly M.

About: I have always been the go-to petsitter of my family and friends. I have experience with dogs and cats, both juveniles and seniors. I am equipped to handle feedings, potty breaks, walks, bath time, and whatever else your pet may need, as well as loving them like my own. My other commitments have no strict schedule, so I am always available to care for your pets! This includes frequent visits, infrequent visits, and potential overnights! I understand and respect that every owner has different rules and expectations for what goes on in their home. I have been trusted in the past to be the sole caretaker of a client's home and pets over a 3 week period; the family returned and was excited to find their home cleaner than they had left it! This does not always have to be the case, of course, as I am happy to leave everything exactly as it is if that is what the client prefers. It is all up to the individual owner!

“Jamie is amazing! She took care of our 2 (very active) dogs and did an outstanding job. She sent great pictures and updates daily to us - making sure we had comfort that they were happy and well cared for. She is very talented working with dogs (She even brushed our Sheppard every day)! Jamie stayed at our house and was very respectful and our house was in amazing condition when we returned. I could not recommend her more highly.”

Lisa S.

“Fantastic! Scott was ann absolute lifesaver and helped me when I was In a crunch. He promptly responded to a last minute request . He toolk such good care of my pup Lily, who has separation anxiety. He walked Lily and made her feel comfortable and at ease. My pup was in great hands with Scott, who is an extremely flexible, reliable sitter. Thank you so much, Scott!!”

Melissa S.

About: I got my first dog (fox terrier) at 10 and was primarily responsible for his needs until I went to college. He lived to be 11 and I loved those 10 years with him so much. During high school and college until COVID started, I pet sit several dogs and a few cats. Then I adopted a retired racing greyhound when COVID started and adopted a rescue great dane in fall 2023. I would describe myself as consistent, adaptable, respectful, confident, observant, and caring. I am very understanding to the fact that every dog has different needs and that every owner has their own rules/training styles. I am an experienced dog handler. When I adopted the rescue great dane, he was completely untrained with very dangerous and challenging behaviors. I worked with 3 different trainers, took him to a group obedience class, and researched as much as I could to train him to be the good dog I knew he could be. After almost a year of rigorous training, he has been able to become an amazing well behaved dog. I am completely open to taking care of any breed, size, age, and personality. I will not shy away from or turn down taking care of the "difficult" dogs, or puppies, or senior dogs with many medical requirements. All dogs are great and deserve great care while their human is away! ***I live in a neighborhood off of Route 45 and Sterns School*** WALKS AND DROP-INS - Reoccurring bookings: Mon-Thu/Sat-Sun 11:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; Fri 4:00-7:00 p.m. - One-time bookings: Can be outside of the above times (except Fridays) if needed, but confirm with me first. House sitting: I am available to stay with your pet in your home any night and day of the week almost 24/7. Only time I would have to be away from your pet would be to go home for an hour if needed. But I can bring them with me to my house if they need 24hr supervision for any reason!*^ Boarding: Your dog can stay overnight at my house any day of the week, provided that they are a small breed, well-behaved, and okay with large dogs.* Daycare: Your dog can stay at my house any day of the week provided that they are a small breed, well-behaved, and okay with large dogs.* - Re-occurring bookings: preferred drop off is 9 a.m. or later, pick up anytime is fine - One-time bookings: drop off can be earlier than 9 a.m. if needed, just confirm with me first, pick up anytime is fine --- *My greyhound is 9 y.o., 70 lb. and my great dane is 4 y.o., 140 lb. My great dane LOVES small, well-behaved dogs, but still struggles a bit with medium/large dogs. I am working to resolve this and will be able to accommodate those sizes for boarding/daycare in the future! ^If I house sit for you and you have a medium/large dog that cannot be left alone or does not like other dogs, I can still bring them to my house and crate my dogs in the other room! I will always uphold any rules/training style you have for me and your dog no matter what service I am providing. I am receptive to feedback and will always keep you informed about how my time is going with your dog and will always ask questions in order to take the best care of your dog. House Sitting: I am okay with multidog homes. I will leave your house the way you had it when you leave and I can get your mail/packages/put your trash cans out and back in as well. I can take care of other animals you have as well while you are gone. Boarding/Daycare: Safety and peace of mind is of utmost importance for me. Since I have 2 large dogs already, I can only take one dog at a time. (Caveats: If an emergency, I could take a second dog; if you have two well-behaved small dogs, that might be okay too - just ask me). The greyhound is very chill and is great with any well-behaved dog. The great dane is fine with well-behaved small dogs. I will always take it slow on leash when introducing the dogs to each other and then they will always be supervised when together. Only other pets I have are fish. I have no kids. I keep the house very clean and doors to rooms/bathrooms closed so no way of getting in to things they shouldn't! I have a decently sized fenced backyard. There is a few feet of the fence that is higher off the ground so if I can keep small dogs on leash when they go out. I can also take them out by themself if necessary. I live in a 4 bedroom house with a basement so plenty of room in case the dogs need a break from each other or need to play separately from each other. Additionally, the great dane is extremely well crate trained and has an upstairs and downstairs crate that can be utilized. If I had to leave for some reason while your dog is staying at my house (which I rarely do, all dogs would be separated (by crate or being in a different room). You can bring their crate and/or I have an extra crate as well. All dogs can sleep in the bedroom but not on the bed!

“What an absolute gem!!! I have 2 Belgian Malinois, a can and fish. Tanya was such a amazing sitter. Our older mal he can be an anxious fella and can sometimes intimidate people but not Tanya! She was a dog whisperer. She stayed overnight for 3 nights and not only helped with keeping my critters safe but also the home. She treated my home like her home and with respect. I couldn't have asked for a better sitter. TRUST HER WITH YOUR FAMILY. My pets mean the world to me and they trusted and loved her from the moment they met. She was consistent with providing updated and pictures. Already a loyal client to her with only just 1 booking. 10000/10 rating. Coming from an anxious mom I highly reccomend.”

Silvia & Kevin C.

“Brittany was great and we will definitely have her help us out again!”

John R.

About: I’ve had 1 dog, 2 birds, 4 cats, and a few fish over the course of my life. I’ve administered oral medication, scooped waste and litter, cleaned cages, and loved every minute. My best friend also had lizards, snakes, and turtles which I loved playing with. I’m currently working part time and have lots of flexibility to care for your animals, whether stopping by for a short visit or staying for longer time periods Whether you need me to crate your dog, scoop litter, go for walks, spent time playing or cuddling, or giving medicine, I can help out

“This was our first time having Lindsey watch our 2 dogs and housesit overnight. She gave us a courtesy call the day before to confirm what time we needed her to arrive and what time we expected her to stay with the dogs the folllowing day. Our dogs have seperate medical prescription needs which I provided. She took the extra measure to recap their needs via text after she arrived at our home. She sent me updates and pictures during her stay which put me at ease. She was very conscientious and showed how much she cared for the wellbeing of my dogs. We were very pleased with her service. So much so that we have already booked her for a future dog/housesitting . We highly recommend Lindsey for your petcare needs.”

Julie C.

About: I have volunteered in many city and suburb shelters walking dogs of all sizes and providing cat enrichment. I have also grown up with dogs and have two cats of my own. All animals deserve the best life and I will treat your pet as my own aka spoiled!! I am flexible because I work from home, so feel free to reach out about any specific times and I can almost always make it work! I will give animals lots of attention, snuggles, play time, or whatever they prefer! I will make sure they feel taken care of and loved because I know I get sad about that when I am out of town away from my kitties!

“Hanna was a great sitter for our dog while we were out of town for vacation for 10 days. She was responsive to texts and sent us pictures of our pooch every few days. She’s great with dogs and we had absolutely no issues!”

Carolyn W.

“Stephanie is great! She came to meet our pets before she housesat for us and was very communicative while we were away. She took great care of our dog and cat and our home. We highly recommend and would hire Stephanie again!”

Anna F.

“Sydney was a huge help for my family as we needed a sitter for Easter weekend. She visited my girls multiple times and ensured that they were fed. She made sure that they got plenty of time to play and eat treats and provided clear communication to us. I would like to note that I would have appreciated if she wiped the paws of the pups after coming from outside due to the odor. When we came home after the weekend there was a noticeable stench from this. Other than that great job Sydney. Thank you very much.”

Jonathan R.

“Amazing! She cared for my animals like they were her own! She would give daily updates and hang around with them for a few hours!”

Shelby G.

“Ethany did a great job! She was very attentive to our pets and kept me informed. Thank you!!”

Corey S.

About: I have always grown up with dogs, cats, and many other furry and scaly animals in my homes. Usually multiple at the same time! I do extensive research to make sure my pets get the best care they could have. I am also in college to be a veterinarian to further my knowledge. I am currently working for some delivery apps, so I will always be driving around on most days, during the day and when the sun starts to go down. It would be awesome to work the day, and stop by a few times to get my pet fix. Extra bonus if I would watch overnight when it starts to get dark! Saturday night and Sunday day is for family. I am currently doing some research on dog training/care, as I am getting my own dog in the summer! All my other pets are in great health. In your own home, I assure to be patient and use problem solving skills to meet the needs of your fur baby! I am also great at communication, so I will always keep you in the loop:)

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.