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Sitter Profile Image: Erin D.
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Erin D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Plainfield, IL, 60585

“My stella had a nice time staying with them. I received text each day telling me how the night went. Even when I came to pick her up they were on a walk with her. I will use there service again.”

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Jessica A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 787 reviews
479 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Batavia, IL, 60510

“Jessica was wonderful to work with. My boxer mix Rudy warmed up to her and her home immediately. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a safe and happy place for their furry friend to stay!”

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Renae W.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 244 reviews
98 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Plainfield, IL, 60586

“Renae was super friendly and helpful. This was my first time using Rover for Sammy and I will continue to use this service. Renae gave me updates throughout the stay which was very reassuring. Sammy was able to play with Renae's pup which was very nice for him to have a friend instead of being alone at the pets hotel.”

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Miranda B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Aurora, IL, 60504

“Miranda took very good care of my boy and sent me daily updates and pictures. Gus felt right at home. I consider myself lucky for having found Miranda.”

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Kathleen G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 69 reviews
24 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Oswego, IL, 60543

“Thank you so much! This was my first time leaving Dallas with anyone who wasn’t family! Kathleen was happy to let me meet her prior to booking which helped ease my mind. Throughout his stay she kept me updated and sent me pictures! I am so so thankful!”

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Brian T.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 86 reviews
45 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Oswego, IL, 60543

“Brian took care of my 6 month old puppy over Labor Day weekend. He sent pictures of her playing and going on walks. She was allowed to snuggle in bed and make herself at home. I would definitely use him in the future to care for our fur baby. Thank you Brian!”

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Chad P.
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$45
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• 63 reviews
14 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Naperville, IL, 60540

“This is our second time booking with Chad and we will definitely be booking again! Chad was prompt, sent great updates, and was very easy to work with!”

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Kimberly L.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 121 reviews
49 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Naperville, IL, 60565

“Kimberly was great watching our golden! She sent lots of pictures and was flexible around pickup and drop off times. Our pup loved playing with her dog and running around in the backyard.”

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Elizabeth P.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
New Lenox, IL, 60451

“Ayze had a very happy and peaceful stay here. The text updates were reassuring, the communication clear, and the care loving. Very much appreciated.”

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Pennie M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 233 reviews
137 repeat clients
45 years of experience
NAPERVILLE, IL, 60564

“Pennie was wonderful. I had never left my golden retriever with anyone. Pennie kept in touch and sent a lot of pictures showing Abbey was doing well. I can tell she was well cared for. I will definitely use Pennie again.”

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Matthew & Michelle M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 116 reviews
44 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Lisle, IL, 60532

“The BEST! Matthew and Michelle were wonderful, they loved our crazy little dog the way we do! From the moment we dropped him off we felt a sense of relief that our boy would be happy and safe! We will definitely be return customers!”

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Marisol A.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Aurora, IL, 60503

“Melvin enjoyed his time with Marisol. She kept me up to date with texts and photos. She also purchased optional food when Melvin wasn’t eating his regular food which had never happened before. I’ll use her services again in the future.”

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Debora & Reginald P.
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$59
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
14 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Plainfield, IL, 60586

“Debbie and Reggie took very good care of Daisy and Patch. They communicated well with us and sent daily photos. They clearly kept our pups active and attended to. Feed well even our dogs can be finicky eaters. Would definitely use them again.”

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Jo'Ell S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 324 reviews
118 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Downers Grove, IL, 60516

“We appreciate Jo’ Ell so much. She does an amazing job caring for our favorite fur baby! She updates us with photos and our pup always looks like he had the best time and looks forward to staying with her every time!”

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danielle w.
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$55
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• 119 reviews
40 repeat clients
42 years of experience
Saint Charles, IL, 60174

“Danielle was awesome! There were a lot of twists and turns to our weekend and she was very flexible and accommodating. I’ll use her again for sure. Thanks, Danielle!”

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John G.
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$35
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18 years of experience
Aurora, IL, 60504

About: What sets me apart is the genuine care and attention I give to every pet. I understand that every dog has a different personality, routine, and set of needs, and I take the time to get to know them and make them feel comfortable, safe, and loved while you’re away. There is a stay at home parent who can provide daily care for your pet. And a family who will be there to provide plenty of attention and love. We have a large yard with plenty of trees and a spacious home for your pet to explore. Your preference of crate or bed or couch is ok with us.

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Amanda & Anton M.
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$43
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 53 reviews
24 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Wheaton, IL, 60189

“Anton and Amanda were wonderful with Griffy! He seemed to have a great time with them and their family! They sent pictures daily and updated me with how he was doing. They kept him safe and happy and were very easy to correspond with. Highly recommend!”

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Grace C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
7 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Plainfield, IL, 60544

“So glad that I found Grace! I had a quick trip for work and she was able to take care of my Lady. Grace is so kind and did a fabulous job keeping me informed about Lady. I received photos and videos of their time together. Thank you also for sharing your pups toys and treats with mine. We hope to have more stays with you in the future. Thanks for being my “Saving Grace”!”

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Linda B.
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• 195 reviews
66 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Downers Grove, IL, 60516

“Linda and her family took amazing care of my Simon, very loving and made him feel at home. Great communication, sent pictures regularly of my pup. 💕 Also extremely understanding and flexible with extending my dogs stay due to bad weather and canceled flight. Thank you so very much, I will definitely book more stays in the future.”

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Maria J.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 year of experience
Romeovile, IL, 60446

“Very responsible, caring and friendly! I felt completely comfortable leaving my dog there. My dog cone home relaxed and happy.”

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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Helmar home-away-from-home, packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Helmar.

<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Helmar sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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 , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

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 .

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.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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