Dog Boarding in Island Lake, IL
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1. Megan W.
“Megan was amazing at keeping us apprised via video and messages during a two week board. This is the first time we boarded for this long and felt very comfortable with her.”
2. Tim C.
“Tim was great to work with and provided great care for our dog while we were away. He provided updates throughout the week and was flexible with our drop off and pick up schedule. Our dog had a great time and was worn out from a fun week away!”
3. Carolyn G.
“We had a wonderful experience with Carolyn. She took our pup last minute and went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable leaving her. Lots of pictures and communication throughout our time away.”
4. Arlene M.
“Arlene and her family were wonderful to Jackson! We got daily pictures and updates. We picked him up, and he was enjoying a “good by” walk and lovingly scratches. Was not sure he wanted to come home with us! Thank you Arlene, we will definitely be calling upon you again!”
5. Emily A.
“Emily is a great pet caregiver. She communicates well and sends cute photos of our dog when she watches him. She’s responsible and trustworthy, plus our dog absolutely adores her. Peace of mind when we can’t be home with him.”
6. Sarah E.
“Sarah and her family did a great job with Callie this weekend. They were attentive and the perfect sitters for my dog. I would not hesitate to call on Sarah again. Thank you Sarah. Callie was well taken care of and we all appreciate it”
7. Stella G.
“I needed someone to watch my dog Tyson last minute because I was going out of town for the weekend and Stella was awesome! If you need a petsitter in Rockford I would highly recommend her and I definitely plan on calling her for petsitting in the future. There were other dogs to play with, Stella was really helpful working with my schedule and Tyson was happy and energetic when I picked him up! Overall great experience :)”
8. Liz & Kristopher G.
“Liz took care of our two dogs for about 3 days .Our Max needed special attention Liz was excellent with her care. Our Milo just wanted to play and play!!! Liz loved and played with our little sweethearts....We loved getting daily updates and pics from Liz.I recommend Liz hands down..I will definitely reach out to her again”
9. Debbie K.
“Our dog Newman stayed with Debbie and her family for 8 days and they were wonderful. She sent pictures and communicated daily and I could tell from her pictures how happy Newman was. I would reccomend Debbie. Thank you again for taking such good care of our dog. I was able relax and not worry.”
10. Melody C.
“Melody was so awesome! Very responsive and sent tons of pictures and videos of our pup while we were gone. We did a meet up with her prior to our trip so she could meet our dog and get acquainted/ask questions etc. During his stay, they went on lots of walks and had so much play time. Melody goes out of her way to make your pup her number one priority. She had extra toys and even got him treats! She even gave some advice for some of his skin/stomach issues she noticed. Will definitely be bringing our pup back to her!”
11. Michele Z.
“Michele took care of our sweet boy, Taiko, while we went on vacation and we (and he) couldn’t be happier that he got to stay with her. She showed him so much affection, played with him, took him on long walks, which he enjoys so much. Through the photos and videos Michele sent me, I could tell he was such a happy boy! Communication with Michele has always been wonderful as well. She is quick to respond and is very helpful and accommodating. Taiko was very conflicted when coming back home which only showed how great he felt with Michele. I would love for him to stay with her again in the future, I’d feel great knowing he’d be safe and I would have a peace of mind that he was in good hands!”
12. Angela A.
“Ángela was amazing! They did a great job taking care of my pup and he had a blast hanging out with their dogs. Will definitely use them again!”
13. Kelly K.
“Kelly is the best pet sitter we could ever hope for. She provides active and positive care for our slightly anxious doodle, while providing great communication throughout the stay. We couldn’t be more happy with her skills and service!”
14. Mark Z.
“Mark watched over our 2 dogs and they were well taken care of! He sent pictures to let us know how they were doing and answered very quickly whenever I sent him message. Thank you!”
15. June C.
“We went on a vacation for an extended time and June provided an excellent service so we could enjoy our time without any concerns. She sent us the pictures with brief details everyday and we could definitely tell that our dog has been in a good hand at the end of the stay. We definitely want to be a regular. Thank you!”
16. Alesia K.
About: I’ve lived with dogs and cats my entire life, so I have a big experience with animals. I currently have my own sweet cat. I will take care of your puppies with love! I work from home and set my own schedule. Weekdays, weekends and holidays are ok for me. If you need to go to vacation, I can stay with you dog or cat. I live in big house and have a huge backyard and beautiful quiet neighbourhood for walks, so the pups get at least 3 walks per day.
17. John & Louis F.
“This was my first time using Rover and I have to say I am very thankful for John & Louis. My dog struggles with separation anxiety from me and she was comfortable with them and did very well. I received daily updates with photos and highly recommend John and Louis. I will definitely be using them again.”
18. Jessica & Aaron M.
“Jessica and Aaron were so good to my coco! they took him in and cared for him with so much love!! I felt really comfortable leaving him with them, they were so welcoming and very nice. So so happy i found them”
19. Ryan R.
“We went on a 12-day vacation and were worried about our dog's experience while we were gone. We are glad we found Ryan. He did a wonderful job caring for our sweet girl and she came back with a classy new cut (he is also a groomer). Thanks Ryan!”
20. Tommy & Julie F.
“My experience with Tommy & Julie was excellent. We contacted them last minute and they were kind enough to take our Dozer in for several days on very short notice. They're very nice people who know how to take care of multiple animals and were great about keeping in touch and updating us with pictures, and were great about responding very quickly whenever I had a question. They even have live cameras in the backyard for us to watch our dog play. We were happy to see Dozer enjoying his time with the other dogs. This was my first time using the Rover app and to be honest, I was nervous about leaving my dog with someone I hadn't met, but Tommy & Julie quickly set my mind at ease. It's very clear they love animals and focus their time and attention on them. I would absolutely leave Dozer with them again and would recommend them to anyone looking for someone to take care of their pet, whether it's just the evening, or for a few days.”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in Island Lake on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $47 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, 954 sitters provided dog boarding in Island Lake. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 95% of Island Lake dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Island Lake have an average of 20 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Island Lake.
Rover makes it easy to find Island Lake dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 954 dog boarding sitters in Island Lake on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Island Lake, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 90% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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