Cat Sitting in Lake Barrington
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“We had Kati watch our cat for a week while we went on vacation and she made us feel so comfortable doing so. She took great care of our pet and even went out of her way to clean up messes our cat made and took in our garbage cans. We will definitely use her again!”
“Jennifer was a wonderful caregiver and companion to our kitty. Detailed updates each day with fantastic pictures made our time away that much less stressful, knowing our kitty was in the right hands. We will absolutely look for Jennifer as our #1 choice next time we are out of town. Thank you to amazing Jennifer!!”
“Amanda was a great drop-in guest for our cat! :) Amanda was always on time for checkins and would provide so many fun action shots of our little one! We can tell our cat felt very comfortable around her and well cared for during her drop-ins! We always try to book Amanda for our trips when she’s available!”
“What an easy visit! Kittens got food and some attention while we were gone for a long weekend. Katerina was super easy to work with and followed instructions to a tee, would definitely book again!”
“Our kitty was in great hands with Sara, she was very attentive and shared frequent updates with pics. I wouldn't think twice about boarding again with Sara. Thanks for taking such good care of Jasper!”
About: It all started when I was 5 and my sister and I convinced our animal loving parents to add to our family, we got a golden retriever puppy and a kitten in the same year. I have never lived a day without a pet in 35 years! I have open availability. I have 2 smaller dogs and a parrot. I live in a nice, quiet neighborhood perfect for walking furry friends. Ricky and Lucy (cavapoos) love a good slumber party :) I do not have a fenced in yard. My pups know the perimeters. I do take leashed potty breaks and walks with pup visitors. I am familiar with "runners" and an capable of making sure that doesn't happen!
About: I have had my own dogs for 25 years. I have worked in rescue for 15+ years and I am currently the general manager at a dog daycare and boarding facility. I have experience giving medication including insulin. I currently have 3 dogs of my own. Pets are my passion. I take pride in caring for animals as if they were my own. Pet care is my life. I have 3 dogs of my own. I am the general manager of a daycare and boarding facility. It’s my passion! I follow exact instructions of how pet parents want their pet cared for. Whether it’s play fetch in the yard for an hour or walk them for an hour. I will follow exact instructions.
About: I am a retired high school educator, artist, outdoor enthusiast, and animal lover. I am a five-star walker and a very reliable and compassionate caregiver for your pet. I often feel we are kindred spirits and I am totally intrigued by their individual personalities. I have cared for dogs both personally or professionally for most of my life and willingly care for your pet and their individual needs. Whether it be exploring adventure, padding the neighborhood (walking or running), gifting belly rubs, or providing hydration & nutrition, your pet’s needs will be personalized while in my care with much love and affection. In the future, I hope to rehabilitate dogs and work with their family members to provide a safe space filled with discipline, affection, and a true sense of belonging. You can depend on me and trust that your pet will feel cherished and loved while in my care. Since retiring from teaching, my hours of 1:1 attention have expanded. I am now available to give full weekday hours to your pet in addition to my time during weekends. While caring for pets in parks and neighborhoods, I keep them on a leash during all walks and runs. If we are lounging in the yard I provide the dog an opportunity to relax on a lead while I am outdoors with them. For owners who allow their dogs to visit Lakewood Dog Park’s expansive exercise area, I monitor those dogs while they run and play off leash under my constant supervision. While indoors, I follow the rules that my pet owners prefer whether it be cuddling on furniture and slumbering in bed with me or crating them within their cozy caves with their favorite snuggle toy. I do everything I can to mirror the eating, playing, and napping comfort with the same positive experiences your pet receives in your living home while throwing in a little extra spoiling 🐶❤️🐶
About: I am a Special Education teacher who works at a Therapeutic School by day and an animal lover all day and night. I do not have kids but I have 3 cats and babysit my friends and families fur babies any chance I get. Pets have free range of my home, they can relax on the couch, chair and bed whenever they want. I have experience watching dogs from pups-elderly. I volunteer at a local animal rescue in Palatine and bring in therapy dogs to visit my classroom. I rescued and adopted a deaf kitty with one eye, and I've always had animals in my home. I am a non-smoker and vegan (vegans really do love animals). For any overnight/weekend stays, I will be home and available to play, go for lots of walks and hangout all weekend long with your fur baby. Regular walks, feedings, playtime and relaxation based on your dogs needs is my priority. I have three loving cats who will keep your dog company. I have a small backyard that is away from cars/traffic and a large front yard. I have a dog tie out and spiral stake for dogs that want to roam around my unfenced front and/or backyard. Playdates with neighboring dogs is always an option or solo, quiet time if they prefer. I can keep your pet on their walking/feeding/play/sleep schedule as you request.
“Nadia was great! Very friendly and took excellent care of Mochi and Roxy while we were out of town! I would highly recommend her! She’s reliable and always left good feedback for us. We will definitely use her again.”
About: I grew up on a farm surrounded by puppies, kittens, and all kinds of animals. I was there when my first dog gave birth and helped raise the puppies, learning how to train them along the way. This past year, I’ve cared for my senior dog when she had trouble walking and caregiving. I’ve also had the pleasure of walking and caring for dogs of all sizes for several families. With my lifelong experience with dogs and cats, I know exactly how to make sure your pet gets the best care! I currently have two dogs of my own and absolutely love spending time with them!! They are my babies I am available for pet care during the evenings and early mornings, and I’m also available on weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) for dog walks or weekend dog sitting. I take care of pets in a cozy, safe space. I make sure they get their walks, playtime, and plenty of love. I stick to their feeding schedule and keep things clean—making sure they have their favorite toys around and giving them the love and attention that they need! When I’m at your place, I follow your pet’s routine to keep things as normal as possible—feeding, walks, playtime, and bathroom breaks. I’ll also make sure the place stays clean and tidy, and your pet gets all the attention they need while you’re away!
About: I have a 5 acres property. 1 acre fenced in so dogs have a safe space to run and play. It is a dogs vacation paradise. My family and I love animals and love helping others. I am home full time to care for your pets like they are our own. I am excited to take care of them while you are away. We have a big family and lots of love to give. I love playing with the dogs. The dogs get a vacation of their own. My property has paths through it and has lots of space.
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Victoria G.
“Victoria saved the day again!”
Sarah H.
“Sarah was very helpful when we needed last minute care for our cats! She took great care of them!”
Kati C.
Star Sitter
“We had Kati watch our cat for a week while we went on vacation and she made us feel so comfortable doing so. She took great care of our pet and even went out of her way to clean up messes our cat made and took in our garbage cans. We will definitely use her again!”
Jennifer M.Star Sitter
“Jennifer was a wonderful caregiver and companion to our kitty. Detailed updates each day with fantastic pictures made our time away that much less stressful, knowing our kitty was in the right hands. We will absolutely look for Jennifer as our #1 choice next time we are out of town. Thank you to amazing Jennifer!!”
Amanda R.Star Sitter
“Amanda was a great drop-in guest for our cat! :) Amanda was always on time for checkins and would provide so many fun action shots of our little one! We can tell our cat felt very comfortable around her and well cared for during her drop-ins! We always try to book Amanda for our trips when she’s available!”
Katerina K.Star Sitter
“What an easy visit! Kittens got food and some attention while we were gone for a long weekend. Katerina was super easy to work with and followed instructions to a tee, would definitely book again!”
Doug G.Star Sitter
“Doug took great care of my cats when we were away for a 2 week + trip. He was reliable, considerate, responsible and paid great attention to details.”
Becca S.
“Becca was really responsive and kind. She looked after my cat on very short notice and did a wonderful job! Thank you, Becca!”
Megan W.Star Sitter
“We were very happy with the care Megan provided for our pet and would happily invite her back.”
Dayna G.
“Dayna was great at communicating everything and constantly updated us with photos and notes! I really appreciate her taking care of my kitties :) I highly recommend!!!”
Sara K.Star Sitter
“Our kitty was in great hands with Sara, she was very attentive and shared frequent updates with pics. I wouldn't think twice about boarding again with Sara. Thanks for taking such good care of Jasper!”
Brian W.
“Brian did a great job caring for Gordie. Each day we looked forward to seeing the photos he would send along. He was prompt at replying to any inquiries we had.”
Holly H.
“Holly was fantastic with our dog. He can be hard to handle sometimes, but she had no issues with him at all. She is warm, compassionate, and reliable. Holly truly cared for our dog as if he were family. We appreciate being able to leave our dog with someone we trust. I highly recommend Holly as a responsible pet sitter!”
Elizabeth E.
“Our dogs love Elizabeth! Whenever we go out of town she is our go to person to dog sit for our family pets. She truly loves our dogs and we know they are getting the attention and love that we would be giving them. She is trustworthy, dependable and compassionate. We highly recommend her!”
Michele Z.
“Michele Z is wonderful with our dog Stella. Michele’s playful nature and smiling face puts our dog at ease. She genuinely loves animals and is intune with their unique personalities. Michele is always enthusiastic to care for Stella; taking her for walks, throwing her toys to catch & retrieve, and allowing for plenty of snuggles. Stella loves it when she comes. I highly recommend Michele Z to care for your treasured family pet!”
Nichole C.
“Nichole is the best!! Very kind hearted and loving. She has taken care of my elder dog and my cat. I don't trust a lot of people with my 18 year old dog, but I have no reservations when Nikki is with them. Nichole is a great!! I cannot say enough kind words about her.”
Bethany C.
“Beth is very responsible. She Checked in on our two dogs for a few days. The dogs were happy when we returned. We will use her in the future!”
Nadia S.
“Nadia was great! Very friendly and took excellent care of Mochi and Roxy while we were out of town! I would highly recommend her! She’s reliable and always left good feedback for us. We will definitely use her again.”
Shiloh C.
“So I have known Shiloh for a few years now and she has watched my dogs as well. She takes great care of them, walks, them and makes sure they are fed and played with. She always made sure they had all the fun and were kept safe. I would completely recommend her in any way shape or form to take care of, walk and dog sit my dogs and others. She’s sweet, soft and cuddly with the animals and makes sure they’re fed on time and if they have health issues, made sure the dogs took what they needed. Please give her a try and you will be satisfied just like I was!”
Ryan A.
“Ryan did an outstanding job taking care of our dog while we were on vacation. He was incredibly communicative, keeping us updated with regular messages and photos. His attentiveness to our dog's needs was evident, and it was clear that our dog loved the ample land to run around on. We returned to a happy and well-cared-for dog, and we couldn't be more grateful for Ryan's excellent care. Highly recommend!”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Lake Barrington on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $23 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 722 cat sitters in Lake Barrington. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 88% of Lake Barrington cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Lake Barrington have an average of 17 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in Lake Barrington.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Lake Barrington cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.
There are 722 cat sitters in Lake Barrington on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Lake Barrington, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 94% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
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