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Bob F.
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$54
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 157 reviews
57 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Des Plaines, IL, 60016

“We are so grateful that we chose Bob to care for our Cleopatra! He took excellent care of her. He kept in constant contact providing photos and videos while we were away, He is amazing and we highly recommend him.”

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Deidre G.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 249 reviews
128 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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Richard M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 113 reviews
31 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Northbrook, IL, 60062

“We love Lori and Mark. Our dog stayed with them two times now and was loved on the entire time. No worries on our end. We received updates while we were away and nothing but tail wags when we picked him up! We will definitely be a repeat customer and recommend them for your pups. 5 stars all the way!”

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Balaji & Sanna S.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 129 reviews
21 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Buffalo Grove, IL, 60089

“Balaji was very nice, our doggie Mocha had a great time. Balaji kept us updated with photos and videos. Balaji also has a dog with the same name Mocha and it seems both Mochas had great time, Balaji also took Mocha on a walk multiple times a day. We felt at ease knowing that Mocha was happy and comfortable. I higly recomend and would use Balaji’s services again in the future.”

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Jayne P.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 48 reviews
16 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Libertyville, IL, 60048

“Jayne was amazing - definitely the best caretaker I have worked with thus far. Gumbo absolutely loved her and it showed through in all the pictures she sent me (major plus as it makes me feel more secure with being away). Jayne really went above and beyond - taking notes when I was going over his daily routine and even helping me carry back all his supplies at the end of the day. We will definitely be using her going forward and would highly recommend her to other users in the midtown east area. Thanks for everything Jayne!!”

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Lauren G.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Niles, IL, 60714

“Lauren and her family were so great with our dog. I would highly recommend them. Lauren was very communicative and made us feel very comfortable leaving our dog.”

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Kazuhiro & Akemi S.
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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 215 reviews
57 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Wilmette, IL, 60091

“Absolutely lovely couple. This is my first time using Rover and I am so happy I chose Kazuhiro and Akemi. Your dogs will be in very good hands. Thank you both!!”

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Jeremy C.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
13 years of experience
Highland Park, IL, 60035

“They pretty much slept all the way home!!! Zeus was VERY happy to be with me again and ate immediately when food was put before him. Apollo wasn’t as whiny and also went back to normal. Zeus is the “problem child” and just wanted to be as close to me as possible. Happy that Cory made every effort possible to get him to eat and chilax as much as possible. Highly recommend this location and team.”

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

“Judy was absolutely wonderful to work with for our dog Simba. We felt comfortable and relaxed to leave him for an extended time for the first time. We could also tell that Simba really enjoyed his time with Judy and Bill. They made him feel right at home, and took such thoughtful and attentive care of him!”

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Yailyn C.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Highland Park, IL, 60035

“We are very happy with the service provided by Yailyn. Hank stayed with her for 8 days and came home a very happy dog. She kept us updated throughout the trip, and sent us photos of Hank having a great time. We will definitely is Yailyn again. Thank you, Yailyn!”

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Vicki N.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 114 reviews
27 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Mount Prospect, IL, 60056

“Vicki was amazing! Marty went to her house for the day while we had my son’s first birthday party. She updated us with pictures throughout the day and fed him his dinner. Marty had a blast there and was able to play safely with other dogs. When it was time for pick up, she had everything packed up ready to go for us. She was extremely flexible and had great communication! The best rover experience we have had, will definitely be returning!”

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Megan H.
Sitter Profile Image: Janette & Charles S.
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Janette & Charles S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 123 reviews
58 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Edison Park, Chicago, IL, 60631

“Jeanette took great care of my dog. She was communicative and took great photos. I knew my dog was better off with her than boarded somewhere.”

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Cristina F.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 45 reviews
16 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Des Plaines, IL, 60016

“Cristina was wonderful! Great communicator, flexible, and sent us updates as requested. Lincoln loved playing with Bear and came home happy! Highly recommend Cristina.”

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Dee S.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 73 reviews
27 repeat clients
60 years of experience
Waukegan, IL, 60085

“Dee was amazing! She honestly loves dogs and treated ours as her own while we were away. She sent a steady stream of updates and pictures to keep us in the loop and our dogs and our happiness was her first priority. 11/10, she's an angel and I'd happily have our dog sit with her again.”

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Jenny T.
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$37
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
30 years of experience
Highland Park, IL, 60035

“Excellent sitter. Very communicative and responsive. The boys are looking forward to their next sleepover. Thank you for taking such great care of them.”

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Mathias S.
Sitter Profile Image: Tatiana P.
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Tatiana P.
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$58
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 46 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Des Plaines, IL, 60016

“Tatiana is the absolute best sitter we have worked with. She provided regular updates with pictures and videos and took excellent care of our two dogs. Tatyana showed them lots of attention and care. Will definitely be working again with Tatyana in the future!”

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Jeffrey & Ron R.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 50 reviews
16 repeat clients
49 years of experience
Evanston, IL, 60202

“This was my first long trip away since getting Clifton and I was so lucky to find Jeff and Ron. They gave great updates and took great care of Clifton. I picked him up and he was happy and calm! Will not hesitate to send Clifton back for a stay.”

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Stephanie M.
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Mario I.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
8 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Des Plaines, IL, 60016

“Mario took great care of our Rhea when we went on vacation. He consistently updated us everyday with pictures of our dog. He responds to us right away and made us feel that Rhea is well taken cared of. Thank you, Mario!”

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Stephanie O.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wheeling, IL, 60090

“Stephanie was an awesome dog sitter who did way more for Maya than I could, and she gave Maya some of the best times of her life. I will use her services again.”

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Allison C.
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Zhuangzhuang & Tony L.
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$58
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Vernon Hills, IL, 60061

“Zhuangzhuang and Tony were great, My dog felt very at home ilwith them. They were also very accommodating when I had to change plans and come back a day late.”

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Jim F.
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The median cost per night for pet boarding in Highwood is $50

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My dog really loves this family. The photos they share demonstrate how active she is and loved by the kids! Thanks so much! Evie will be back!

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Shannon M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Claudia was amazing! Wilma had the best time with her. Claudia was very responsive and communication was great. knowing that our Wilma was staying with someone so kind and responsible made our trip that much more enjoyable.

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Giselle T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicole was an absolute professional when we boarded our dog with her. Communication was amazing and responsive, it was always easy to check in to see how our dog was doing! It’s very obvious that Nicole loves dogs and she takes exceptional care of them. Our dog came home smelling nice and very tired. I cannot recommend Nicole enough

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Shannon B.
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Lamar and Amy took care of Oreo for more than 2 weeks. They updated us with pictures. I recommend them.

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Pinky B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My dogs were so well taken care of by Gvido and family! They have a fantastic, fully fenced yard that my dogs loved to explore. They also took my dogs on daily walks in the nearby forest preserve. It made me so happy that my dogs were so happy while we were out of town!

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Emily F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Julie was amazing with my dog Bonnie! My mind was at ease during the trip knowing that she was in good hands. I am so appreciative of her care and professionalism! I will definitely be using Julie's services again.

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Maureen M.
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Rachel was great with Cody. We loved seeing pictures and checking in to know he was having a great time!

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Kate and Joe U.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jessica is fantastic! She took our pup to the park and on her errands which made him very happy. Very communicative too the entire time with photos and videos. And she takes excellent photos to boot!

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Anthony M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Excellent sitter. Very communicative and responsive. The boys are looking forward to their next sleepover. Thank you for taking such great care of them.

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Mathias S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Another nice booking with Yana- our pooch always looks forward to seeing family and Olive. It's pretty much the only occasion when he leaps into the car.

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Mike M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

B.J. is a rambunctious, mischievous 16 month old, and Pat, Marty, and Josie seem to be able to handle him perfectly. He came home totally exhausted. I can't recommend them highly enough. B.J. will be back if they want to put up with him again. LOL

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Toni W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Soojin went above and beyond in caring for our dog. She and her young children loved having him with them, and spoiled him with attention, love, and accommodation. Many updates, pics and videos were sent our way during our time away, and there was always quick communication. Our dog Ollie loved playing in their fenced in backyard. We hope to book with them again someday!

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Heather P.
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The average cost for Pet Boarding in Highwood on Rover is $45 per night (as of September 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 5,106 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Highwood. About 91% of Highwood 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.

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