Pet Boarding in Hometown
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“slyvia is such an amazing sitter! sent me so many updates and pictures! such a great family they all gave danny so much love! will for sure be leaving my dog with her again!”


“Janet was a great sitter for Otto. She always responded very quickly and opened her home for a quick visit before Otto's stay. During Otto's stay Janet shared many pictures of Otto during his stay and kept us updated often. It is clear Janet cares about the dogs she watches and especially doted on Otto. We will definitely use Janet again in the future.”


“Tamara is a very responsive and accommodating Rover. Her care for dogs is evident in the way she interacts with them. I will use her services again and recommend her to anyone looking.”


“Kamiah watched Luna and we couldn't be happier. She sent consistent photos and videos, and it was clear they were having a great time. Luna was so happy when we picked her up, and then promptly fell asleep all night, so I know she was getting at it. Highly recommend! Thank you so much!”


“Mayra was great!! She maintained communication through daily updates and pictures which helped comfort me. Mayra also communicated and collaborated to resolve feeding issues!! I can tell Luna enjoyed herself and was well cared for! Thank you! Would use again.”


“She was amazing! I was nervous to leave Ana because I have never left her for longer than a day but Bola did great! She sent me photos everyday and always responded when I texted. Definitely using her again!”


“Emily was fantastic! She had a good size yard for our pooches to play and burn out some energy. She was also very flexible when we had to extend by a couple hours. We would definitely use her again if back in the Chicago area.”


About: Tengo experiencia cuidando el perrito de mi hija por 10 años. No trabajo y estamos en casa el mayoría del día. Tengo una perrita Pom que se porta muy bien con otros perritos No trabajo y cuando salimos siempre es por unas cuantas horas. Cuando salimos aseguramos que el perrito sale al baño y tiene todo lo que necesita Tenemos yarda muy grande con fence. Los perritos pueden salir cuando quieran. Tengo una perrita Pom que se porta muy bien con otros perritos y hace bien compañía.

“Barbara was a great caretaker for my elderly dog. She handled his medical and emotional needs with care and compassion. I can't leave out her charming assistant, Chewy - between the two of them, Oscar felt welcome and settled in nicely. If he could type, he'd leave a great review, too. I would absolutely book with Barbara again, and would recommend her, especially if your dog needs a little extra nurturing.”


“Susan was great! She sent plenty of pics and photos daily of my fur baby. He was super happy and enjoyed himself. He stayed for 9 days and had a ton of fun. She has a couple of sweet fur babies of her own which make for nice playmates to keep company. Overall I would book her again and again whenever she is available to watch my pet if needed. Thanks so much for being awesome!”


“Great communication and did amazing with our anxious doggie. It was hard to predict our dog’s anxiety level as she had never been away from us for so long, but they really made it work. Grateful for their service”


“Shirley is fantastic with both our dog (medium size hound mix) and cat. Our dog gets so excited when she realizes she is going to stay with Shirley. Very responsive and responsible and communicates well with pics every day. We never worry about their wellbeing while in Shirley’s care.”


About: I’ve been working with animals professionally since I was 19 — I’m now 26. Over the years, I’ve worked as a vet assistant, a professional groomer, and at a pet store, gaining hands-on experience with animals of all kinds. These days, my main focus is boarding, walking, and house sitting — and it’s something I genuinely love doing. What sets my care apart is the family-style experience I offer. When your dog stays with me, they aren’t just being watched — they’re becoming part of our daily life. It’s usually me, my young son, and my partner Brian. We go on nature walks, play outside, and include your dog in everything like they’re part of the crew. This isn’t just pet sitting — it’s a second home. I’ve found that so many dogs (and their humans) are looking for that feeling of safety, love, and belonging — even if they haven’t put it into words yet. That’s exactly what I try to create here. I’ve worked with dogs of all ages, sizes, and personalities — including shy rescues, high-energy pups, and seniors. I’m trained in animal behavior, have my own vehicle, and can adapt to your dog’s specific needs and temperament. 🚗 Please note: For boarding in my home, dogs must be comfortable around kids and okay with cats, since we do have both. I want everyone (human and animal) to feel safe and relaxed. Whether your pup needs playtime, quiet time, cuddles, or space, I always meet them where they are — with patience, love, and respect. I work from home part time, so your fur baby will fit in perfectly with my schedule. I am looking for something to do that will occupy more of my time, and what better way than to spend it with a new furry friend to love?! I have a fenced yard and a friendly cat who is more like a dog. I can keep him separate if ever needed. My house is a little over 1,300 sq ft so there’s plenty of space. If you need your pet to be crated I am comfortable with that. As well as if any medication is needed to be given or frequent walks. I will always respect the home of the pet and owner. Just point me where I need to go with some guidance regarding you fue baby’s routine, you are in great hands!


“Beverly is a great sitter. Super friendly and flexible, she is awesome to deal with. Loved getting the pics and updates. I could tell my Scout had a great visit!”


“Dayana never disappoints. You can really tell how much she loves and cares for dogs. This is the second time I booked with her for my dogs to stay for a couple of days. She provided me with pictures and videos and made sure I felt comfortable with their stay. They came home happy, fed and very tired from all of the playing. I will definitely keep booking my babies with her whenever I have to be out of town. Thank you Dayana!”



“Ashley and her daughter treated our dog as if she was their own! Regular updates made me feel so confident that she was well taken care of. No issues with the other dogs she had in her care that weekend either. Will definitely book again!!”


“Ashley is the best!! Hadley just had his third stay with her and from all the pictures she sent looked like he throughly enjoyed himself, and he came back healthy and happy. Ashley is so easy to coordinate with and even picks him up and drops him off, which makes my life so much easier as I’m trying to pack and get things ready to go. So glad I can send him off to her whenever I need to be out of town; I miss him but I know he’s happy and that Ashley’s taking great care of him!”


“Best scare of my life to leave my girl on a family I didn't know but they were amazing to my pup. Ten for ten. They had a great yard and sent many photos every day. They had no issue with my pitbull and I feel like she misses their family a little. Will definitely call her again when needed.”


“Blanca was great! My dog gets a bit home sick but she seemed to settle in nicely with Blanca. Her other dogs were very welcoming as well. We will definitely use her services again.”

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Syl & Olivia O.

“slyvia is such an amazing sitter! sent me so many updates and pictures! such a great family they all gave danny so much love! will for sure be leaving my dog with her again!”


Janet M.
Star Sitter


“Janet was a great sitter for Otto. She always responded very quickly and opened her home for a quick visit before Otto's stay. During Otto's stay Janet shared many pictures of Otto during his stay and kept us updated often. It is clear Janet cares about the dogs she watches and especially doted on Otto. We will definitely use Janet again in the future.”


Tamara J.Star Sitter

“Tamara is a very responsive and accommodating Rover. Her care for dogs is evident in the way she interacts with them. I will use her services again and recommend her to anyone looking.”


Kamiah & Casius D.Star Sitter

“Kamiah watched Luna and we couldn't be happier. She sent consistent photos and videos, and it was clear they were having a great time. Luna was so happy when we picked her up, and then promptly fell asleep all night, so I know she was getting at it. Highly recommend! Thank you so much!”


Mayra G.

“Mayra was great!! She maintained communication through daily updates and pictures which helped comfort me. Mayra also communicated and collaborated to resolve feeding issues!! I can tell Luna enjoyed herself and was well cared for! Thank you! Would use again.”


Bola A.Star Sitter

“She was amazing! I was nervous to leave Ana because I have never left her for longer than a day but Bola did great! She sent me photos everyday and always responded when I texted. Definitely using her again!”


Emily G.

“Emily was fantastic! She had a good size yard for our pooches to play and burn out some energy. She was also very flexible when we had to extend by a couple hours. We would definitely use her again if back in the Chicago area.”


Beneda P.
About: Tengo experiencia cuidando el perrito de mi hija por 10 años. No trabajo y estamos en casa el mayoría del día. Tengo una perrita Pom que se porta muy bien con otros perritos No trabajo y cuando salimos siempre es por unas cuantas horas. Cuando salimos aseguramos que el perrito sale al baño y tiene todo lo que necesita Tenemos yarda muy grande con fence. Los perritos pueden salir cuando quieran. Tengo una perrita Pom que se porta muy bien con otros perritos y hace bien compañía.


Barbara M.
Star Sitter


“Barbara was a great caretaker for my elderly dog. She handled his medical and emotional needs with care and compassion. I can't leave out her charming assistant, Chewy - between the two of them, Oscar felt welcome and settled in nicely. If he could type, he'd leave a great review, too. I would absolutely book with Barbara again, and would recommend her, especially if your dog needs a little extra nurturing.”


Susan M.

“Susan was great! She sent plenty of pics and photos daily of my fur baby. He was super happy and enjoyed himself. He stayed for 9 days and had a ton of fun. She has a couple of sweet fur babies of her own which make for nice playmates to keep company. Overall I would book her again and again whenever she is available to watch my pet if needed. Thanks so much for being awesome!”


John S.

“Great communication and did amazing with our anxious doggie. It was hard to predict our dog’s anxiety level as she had never been away from us for so long, but they really made it work. Grateful for their service”


Shirley M.
Star Sitter


“Shirley is fantastic with both our dog (medium size hound mix) and cat. Our dog gets so excited when she realizes she is going to stay with Shirley. Very responsive and responsible and communicates well with pics every day. We never worry about their wellbeing while in Shirley’s care.”


Athena S.
“I found Athena a few years ago to be my dog groomer. She is always so informative and makes sure to update me through the entire process. She’s quick and efficient and super friendly. We love her and will trust her with all of our pets.”




Beverly B.Star Sitter

“Beverly is a great sitter. Super friendly and flexible, she is awesome to deal with. Loved getting the pics and updates. I could tell my Scout had a great visit!”


Dayana Q.Star Sitter

“Dayana never disappoints. You can really tell how much she loves and cares for dogs. This is the second time I booked with her for my dogs to stay for a couple of days. She provided me with pictures and videos and made sure I felt comfortable with their stay. They came home happy, fed and very tired from all of the playing. I will definitely keep booking my babies with her whenever I have to be out of town. Thank you Dayana!”


Christine C.Star Sitter

“Chris has watched our dog Mausi multiple times, and helped us maintain a medication regimen for Mausi this time - she is a great go-to dog sitter for us!”




Ashley M.
Star Sitter


“Ashley and her daughter treated our dog as if she was their own! Regular updates made me feel so confident that she was well taken care of. No issues with the other dogs she had in her care that weekend either. Will definitely book again!!”


Ashley R.

“Ashley is the best!! Hadley just had his third stay with her and from all the pictures she sent looked like he throughly enjoyed himself, and he came back healthy and happy. Ashley is so easy to coordinate with and even picks him up and drops him off, which makes my life so much easier as I’m trying to pack and get things ready to go. So glad I can send him off to her whenever I need to be out of town; I miss him but I know he’s happy and that Ashley’s taking great care of him!”


Jo'Ell S.Star Sitter

“Best scare of my life to leave my girl on a family I didn't know but they were amazing to my pup. Ten for ten. They had a great yard and sent many photos every day. They had no issue with my pitbull and I feel like she misses their family a little. Will definitely call her again when needed.”


Blanca S.

“Blanca was great! My dog gets a bit home sick but she seemed to settle in nicely with Blanca. Her other dogs were very welcoming as well. We will definitely use her services again.”
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Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Hometown.
Rover makes it easy to find Hometown pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
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- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
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