House Sitting in La Fox

About: I have deep love, admiration, and understanding for animals and am innately empathetic and intuitive. I have extensive experience caring for all kinds of pets including small to large dogs, cats, small animals like rabbits, fish, and reptiles. I have experience training as well as assisting others dogs with some behavioral and basic training. I am not easily intimidated and can hold my own with bigger dogs or animals with behavioral problems. My schedule is flexible! I work part time helping my mom with my disabled dad, so I have plenty of availability during weekdays, overnight, and weekends to give your furry family members all the attention they need! I truly enjoy spending time with animals and getting to know them! I have training as a first responder & lifeguard and know animal CPR & first aid. I have a flexible schedule, so I easily adjust to my clients needs. Understanding animal behavior is a major interest of mine and I very easily adjust to animals temperaments and energy levels!

About: I have experience with multiple and single pet households, I can bathe and administer medication, I’ve done cats, dogs, mice, reptiles, toads, fish, etc. I can handle almost any pet. I currently am a full time online student and have a cat of my own to take care of. I often do side gigs of pet sitting for family and friends. So pet care is simply just part of my daily life. I usually have a whole day dedicated to building trust with an animal, and depending on the personality of the animal depends on my approach. In the event of a conflict between pets in a home, I have no issue stepping in, the safety of the animals are highly important to me.

“Grace did a great job taking care of our cat while we were away for a week’s vacation. She stayed overnight, send us picture updates and made us feel at ease that our fur baby was in good hands. We came home to a happy pet and a sparkling clean home. Thanks Grace!”

Elyse M.

“Lexi was great! She was excellent with Baba, responsible and responsive.”

Martha K.

About: I’ve owned cats and dogs my whole life! I love both! I also rode horses for many years and have had friends with bunnies and rodents so I have experienced many types of animals I’m a college student! Tuesdays and Thursdays mornings i’m in an elementary school and Wednesday’s I spend my whole day on campus as well as Thursday afternoons. I’m free most of the time ! I don’t board animals due to my own pets. But i adhere to any schedules and routines done in the home. I also respect others property. I always leave the place clean and tidy after staying and make sure to communicate anything necessary.

“Sarah was awesome with our fur babies and house, I highly recommend her, she was very flexible on our plans and open to watching our guinea pigs too! Thank you Sarah!”

Jessica B.

About: Hi! We’re new to Rover and excited to have your dog in our home! We’re a responsible and caring couple who love dogs and enjoy providing loving care. We have experience with dogs of all ages and sizes—from puppies to senior dogs who need a gentler pace, and from small breeds to large dogs. With two of us, your dog gets extra attention, supervision, and affection. We’re happy to accommodate routines, walks, playtime, feeding schedules, and plenty of cuddles. We prioritize safety, consistency, and making sure your dog feels comfortable and at home while you’re away. We treat every dog like our own and will keep you updated with photos and messages so you can have peace of mind knowing your pup is in great hands. We are always busy with our own two dogs and cat, and someone is always home for food and bathroom breaks. We love having dogs hangout with us or let them do their own thing We have two dogs of our own who love to enjoy the big yard and chewing on twigs. Your dog will not be bored with us

“Ann S. stayed at our house for a week and watched our Yorkie. She did a great job. She sent daily updates with pictures and videos. We felt very secure having Ann stay in our home and taking care of our dog. She was professional and we cannot recommend her enough! We will use her services again.”

John M.

“Mera was wonderful to work with. She was attentive to my dogs and everything went quite smoothly.”

Tim L.

“We had a wonderful experience with Kelly watching our dog in our home while we were away for a week. She was great with our dog, flexible when plans changed and easy to communicate with. We came home to our house in perfect condition and a very happy pup!!”

Kristine K.

“Kimberley was fantastic and we highly recommend her. Our dogs clearly love her, and we had total peace of mind while we were away. Her experience caring for diabetic dogs was especially invaluable and made us feel completely comfortable leaving them in her care. We came home to happy pets and a well-kept house — we will continue booking with her!”

Allison B.

“Caroline stayed with my two dogs for a week while we were out of town. They were happy as could be and obviously we’ll loved while we were away. It’s never easy trusting your pups with someone else but I will definitely be using Caroline again!”

Jennifer H.

About: I have been pet sitting for several years ever since I was around the age of 13. Additionally, I work at Anderson Humane in South Elgin as a kennel tech and have been working there since August! I have worked with many different animals as a Kennel Tech, I also have experience with administering medicine and I am Fear Free certified. My animal experience is very important to me as I plan on majoring in animal science on the pre-vet track this upcoming fall when I head off to college! :) *At a glance: -School mon-fri 7:15-1:20 -work mon, thu, fri, sat, sun 2-6, 7:30-6 on sat -available before 7:15 and after 6pm on week days. -tue + wed free after 1:20 all day -sat free before 7:30 and after 12 for whole day -sun free before 2 and after 6 work part-time and am finishing my senior year of high school so I don't have as much availability but I can be flexible with your needs, I work 5 days and my off days are Tuesday and Wednesday. On a normal school day I get out at 1:22 and on Wednesdays I am out of school by 12:30. I can also come for early mornings before school around 5-6am. I work right after school till 6pm but that can extend up to 7pm, so I can come later in the days past 6:30pm. I am also available weekends in the morning before work on Saturdays (6:30-7:15), or, earlier if needed and after work (After noon). Sundays, I work at 2pm so I am available all morning up to 1pm and after work past 6:30pm again. I am experienced in ensuring your animal stays comfortable and happy even if they may get nervous meeting someone new for example... I have lots of experience working with shy and reactive dogs and am comfortable with all temperaments because I can handle them well! I know how important your pets are so I am well prepared for anything!

“Goka was absolutely fantastic. She was so helpful and went over and beyond to help watch my pups while I was away on vacation. I highly recommend her and will definitely be using her again!”

Evany R.

About: I’ve loved animals for as long as I can remember. I grew up with pets in the home—usually a dog, a cat, or both—and caring for them has always been a natural part of my life. My last dog passed away about four years ago, and while I would love to adopt again, I can’t right now because my son has significant allergies to cats and dogs. I truly miss the companionship and joy that pets bring, which is one of the reasons I’m so grateful to care for other families’ animals. When your dog is with me, they’ll get more than just the basics. Of course I’ll make sure their physical needs are met—walks, feeding, fresh water, and safety—but I’ll also give them plenty of affection, attention, and calm companionship. I’m comfortable with larger dogs, and I’m also happy to give basic medications (such as pills with food or treats) as needed. I’ll treat your pup like a beloved member of the family, and I’ll follow your routines and instructions closely so they feel safe, loved, and well cared for while you’re away. I work from home and am available for mid day walks, as well as evening visits and walks. I also am available for pet sitting on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. I would only be able to care for pets in clients homes. I will meet your pet and you prior to our first visit to ensure I understand your pet's routine and can keep them safe during their time with me.

About: Ever since I was little, I’ve always been surrounded by furry friends. I value the tranquility, love, & affection that animals bring. I love every animal; big or small, energetic or calm, you name it! I will take care of your pup the same way I would my own. I am currently working part-time at Enigma 5PM-10PM (Friday & Saturday nights). I also have class midday Monday-Thursday and Tuesday nights. Other than that, I have all the time in the world for your furry friends! I will go above and beyond what is asked. It’s not only walking, feeding, and watching over your pet, but also making sure they’re apart of a schedule, comfortable, and happy while you’re away.

“We can’t say enough good things about Don!! We have a new puppy and had to leave town due to a death in the family. Don cared for our little guy like he was his own. That meant taking him out as often as needed including 3 am! I could tell he was fantastic with dogs when he came over to meet Mitty. Don sent pics and updates the whole time we were gone and he stayed late when our flight home was delayed. We came home to a happy dog (who is missing Don I’m sure) and our house was perfectly clean which is hard to do with a 12 week puppy! So thankful we found Don, would give him more stars if I could and just hope he doesn’t get too booked up in the future!”

Lisa D.

“Gail was amazing! This was our first time having someone we did not know care for our cat and dog so we were a little nervous. At our meet and greet Gail made us feel completely at ease. You can tell she really loves animals and pays close attention to details. Gail sent us a bunch of pictures and updates during the time we were out of town. Also, she knew we were getting home after grocery stores closed Christmas eve and she left us dinner in our fridge! I would highly recommend Gail.”

Rita R.

“Melissa took care of our three babies. Our dog Pita is a bit high maintenance due to her allergies. Melissa was patient and provided excellent care. Dewey, our youngest cat is very shy. It usually takes a while for him to warm up to new people. He had no problem getting to know Melissa within minutes. She gave our other cat Boogie lots of love and attention as well. We definitely will ask Melissa to stay with Pita, Boogie and Dewey the next time we go away. We cannot thank her enough!”

stephanie w.

About: I’ve had Dogs since I was little. I currently have 2 German Short Haired Pointers which is a very high energy breed dog. With that being said I’m comfortable and able to care for small to big dogs including high energy fur babies🐾 I’ve also been a Nanny for 4 years and care for toddlers so i’m ready for anything! I’m currently working part time as a nanny while attending ECC for Nursing. This allows me to have a flexible schedule to care for your pet(s)! Having owned dogs my whole life i’m comfortable with any care your pet may need. For example, giving dogs medication as my own dog is very stubborn about it.