Dog Boarding in Lake Bluff, IL
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“We ended up having to cancel our trip. Kim is a wonderful person and was great when Clover and I met her. I will definitely use her in the future.”
“Julie was available last minute, and even with the limited time she was swift to respond and easy to communicate with. We dropped Brutus off and met her two dogs and son who would all be hanging out - I could instantly tell this was going to be great for our Maltese. After receiving a few fun photos throughout the stay, Brutus was happy and totally exhausted when we picked him up. Thanks for a great stay and highly recommended!”
“Tony the dog loves the care he gets at Jennifer’s home. I love how she keeps me updated and I really loved how happy Tony has been. Thank you so very much!!!”
“If I could give a 6 star review, I would. This was the first time we've left our fur baby, and we were lucky to find Dee. After meeting her and seeing how much she truly loves dogs, we knew ours would be in good hands while we were out of town. Dee sent us several updates each day, with photos, showing us how happy our dog was while she was there. Super nice lady, our dog loves her and we could tell she loves our dog. We will ONLY let our dog stay with Dee from here on out. I don't think we could possible find a better person to watch our girl. When I went to pick up my dog, she didn't want to leave. Dee is truly the BEST. Thanks again!!!”
“This is the fourth of fifth time we used Patricia to watch over our dog. We've never had any concerns or worries once we've dropped him off. Patricia is wonderful to work with and loves our furry companion. Thanks as always!”
“Chisato took great care of our dog. She sent us pictures of them playing and relaxing together. I’m looking forward to Chisato watching my dog again!”
“Highly recommend Kristal! Great communicator, sends pictures and updates and it was very clear our puppy loved her stay. Would use her again for sure! (And plan on it)”
“Amy and Lamar are beyond caring and treated our dog like he was one of their own. From the second we walked through the door, they went above and beyond to make sure our dog felt comfortable and was having fun! They provided updates with pictures throughout his stay and made sure he had the time of his life! They are responsive, professional, and trustworthy. I look forward to booking with Amy and Lamar in the future. I cannot recommend them enough!”
“We greatly appreciated Mary & Norman. This is our first time using Rover for our friendly and energetic husky. We liked how our husky was the only dog during his stay. We did a meet and greet with Mary and Norman and knew right away that they were the perfect place for our dog. They took our husky on 4-6 walks each day and he had so much fun. We were communicated daily with updates. We had zero worries or issues with the stay and with arranging times that mutually worked for us for drop off and pick up. We can’t wait for the next visit!”
“Jayne took care of our dog Biubiu for a whole month and did a fantastic job! We could tell Jayne really bonded with Biubiu and treated him as if he were her own dog. A few weeks into the stay Biubiu had some soft/liquid stool issues, and Jayne did a great job communicating with us so we could determine the best course of action for Biubiu. She also took the most amazing daily photos of Biubiu, way better than the pictures we ourselves have taken of him.”
“Karina took great care of Paisley so much so that she felt at home. The whole family is very welcoming. As Paisley is a fussy eater, she made sure to hand feed her daily and allowed her to be on the bed. She was well fed, provided bath when she got dirty, taken out for walks, sent us timely updates with photos and videos, which kept us relaxed during our vacation. We are extremely happy to have found a perfect place for Paisley in the future. Overall, a great experience and there is no doubt that we will continue to use Karina's services going forward. Thank you, Karina for taking care of Paisley and for keeping her happy throughout her 2+ weeks of stay!”
“This is the second time we have used Anita to watch our dog. This past visit was for 9 days and our 15 year old dog was completely happy and very much at home with Anita. I would highly recommend.”
“Deidre, “Mama Dee” was great! She has a loving home that was so welcoming to our 2 year old Golden Doodle Nala! Nala was a bit overwhelmed but only initially as is not with other dogs too often. But Mama Dee and her happy playful dogs Milo and River were able to make Nala feel so much better. We received pictures and updates daily and some extra pics when I would miss Nala and ask how she was. Mama Dee pretty much made ME feel more comfortable and confident leaving Nala for the first time to someone other than family :) We will for sure bring Nala back to Mama Dee and her loving environment for our next vacation! Thank u Mama Dee!!”
“Tessa and Chet were amazing with Finn and Marge. It’s very apparent that she cared about the experience not only from Finn and Marge’s perspective but also from my perspective. She sent photos to let me know how it was going and communicated any questions she had. She has a huge heart for dogs and it shows. There were many signs throughout our long weekend away that the girls were getting lots of love while we were gone and one of the biggest signs was that they didn’t miss a beat after returning home.”
“Sarah was amazing! She took such great care of our dog and was even flexible when our travel plans changed! Definitely recommend Sarah for boarding.”
“There aren't enough stars available to give Yesina. She was awesome. Stoney loved her. She was just what he needed. She was very kind, good, stearn and loving with Stoney. Stoney loved her friendly and playful dogs and became one of the pack. She gave him the training he needed and he responded wonderfully. I trusted her right away. She gave me great training tips to continue with Stoney at home. When I first met her I knew it would be a great relationship! Thanks Yesina (and your hubby too) for everything!”
About: Aside from having my own personal dogs in home most of my life I have been volunteering working with and training rescues for 2 years now. Two hours in the Morning, two hours around lunch and all evenings are all free to care for the pets. Walks, fetch and training all available. If dogs are kid and animal friendly I will be able to give them lots of socialization in those environments plus lots of outdoor activity. Have experience working with dogs that don’t interact with other dogs very well.
About: I have taken care of various sorts of pets including hamsters, dogs, cats, fishes and birds. I absolutely love animals! I have been involved in animal rescue and foster work. I love taking care of them. I own a Persian cat and four fishes, I look after them like they are my own kids. I have plenty of experience when it comes to taking care of cats, dogs, birds, and fishes. Your pet will feel at home when staying with me, I will make sure to love them like my own and play with them and look after them sincerely.
“Pat did a wonderful job with Ginger and Bogart while we were traveling in Chicago from Florida. It is great to know that when we travel we can always find a quality sitter like Pat for our fur babies.”
About: I have been watching my neighbors dogs for the past 17 years. I have experience with dogs of all sizes and ages. Since I am young and active, I can take your dog on walks and provide plenty of exercise throughout the day. Additionally, I can provide overnight sitting and ensure your house looks occupied. I am more than happy to bring in your mail/packages, water your plants, adjust the blinds, turn on and off lights, bring garbage cans to the curb (and back) for trash pick up. I have a cat of my own named Oliver so I also have years of experience with cat care! I can come check on your feline friend and will feed, refresh water, play, and clean the litter box as needed. I am very free during the summer. During the week I can stop by anytime during the day, as well as provide overnight care. I am also free most weekends. I understand it is hard to leave your furry friend so I really do go out of my way to put pet owner's at ease. I will consistently provide updates and photos so you know you are in good hands.
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Kim K.Star Sitter
“We ended up having to cancel our trip. Kim is a wonderful person and was great when Clover and I met her. I will definitely use her in the future.”
Julie T.Star Sitter
“Julie was available last minute, and even with the limited time she was swift to respond and easy to communicate with. We dropped Brutus off and met her two dogs and son who would all be hanging out - I could instantly tell this was going to be great for our Maltese. After receiving a few fun photos throughout the stay, Brutus was happy and totally exhausted when we picked him up. Thanks for a great stay and highly recommended!”
Jennifer A.
Star Sitter
“Tony the dog loves the care he gets at Jennifer’s home. I love how she keeps me updated and I really loved how happy Tony has been. Thank you so very much!!!”
Dee S.Star Sitter
“If I could give a 6 star review, I would. This was the first time we've left our fur baby, and we were lucky to find Dee. After meeting her and seeing how much she truly loves dogs, we knew ours would be in good hands while we were out of town. Dee sent us several updates each day, with photos, showing us how happy our dog was while she was there. Super nice lady, our dog loves her and we could tell she loves our dog. We will ONLY let our dog stay with Dee from here on out. I don't think we could possible find a better person to watch our girl. When I went to pick up my dog, she didn't want to leave. Dee is truly the BEST. Thanks again!!!”
Patricia K.
“This is the fourth of fifth time we used Patricia to watch over our dog. We've never had any concerns or worries once we've dropped him off. Patricia is wonderful to work with and loves our furry companion. Thanks as always!”
Chisato A.Star Sitter
“Chisato took great care of our dog. She sent us pictures of them playing and relaxing together. I’m looking forward to Chisato watching my dog again!”
Kristal L.Star Sitter
“Highly recommend Kristal! Great communicator, sends pictures and updates and it was very clear our puppy loved her stay. Would use her again for sure! (And plan on it)”
Amy & Lamar F.Star Sitter
“Amy and Lamar are beyond caring and treated our dog like he was one of their own. From the second we walked through the door, they went above and beyond to make sure our dog felt comfortable and was having fun! They provided updates with pictures throughout his stay and made sure he had the time of his life! They are responsive, professional, and trustworthy. I look forward to booking with Amy and Lamar in the future. I cannot recommend them enough!”
Mary & Norman B.
“We greatly appreciated Mary & Norman. This is our first time using Rover for our friendly and energetic husky. We liked how our husky was the only dog during his stay. We did a meet and greet with Mary and Norman and knew right away that they were the perfect place for our dog. They took our husky on 4-6 walks each day and he had so much fun. We were communicated daily with updates. We had zero worries or issues with the stay and with arranging times that mutually worked for us for drop off and pick up. We can’t wait for the next visit!”
Jayne P.
“Jayne took care of our dog Biubiu for a whole month and did a fantastic job! We could tell Jayne really bonded with Biubiu and treated him as if he were her own dog. A few weeks into the stay Biubiu had some soft/liquid stool issues, and Jayne did a great job communicating with us so we could determine the best course of action for Biubiu. She also took the most amazing daily photos of Biubiu, way better than the pictures we ourselves have taken of him.”
Karina B.Star Sitter
“Karina took great care of Paisley so much so that she felt at home. The whole family is very welcoming. As Paisley is a fussy eater, she made sure to hand feed her daily and allowed her to be on the bed. She was well fed, provided bath when she got dirty, taken out for walks, sent us timely updates with photos and videos, which kept us relaxed during our vacation. We are extremely happy to have found a perfect place for Paisley in the future. Overall, a great experience and there is no doubt that we will continue to use Karina's services going forward. Thank you, Karina for taking care of Paisley and for keeping her happy throughout her 2+ weeks of stay!”
Anita P.
“This is the second time we have used Anita to watch our dog. This past visit was for 9 days and our 15 year old dog was completely happy and very much at home with Anita. I would highly recommend.”
Deidre G.Star Sitter
“Deidre, “Mama Dee” was great! She has a loving home that was so welcoming to our 2 year old Golden Doodle Nala! Nala was a bit overwhelmed but only initially as is not with other dogs too often. But Mama Dee and her happy playful dogs Milo and River were able to make Nala feel so much better. We received pictures and updates daily and some extra pics when I would miss Nala and ask how she was. Mama Dee pretty much made ME feel more comfortable and confident leaving Nala for the first time to someone other than family :) We will for sure bring Nala back to Mama Dee and her loving environment for our next vacation! Thank u Mama Dee!!”
Tessa S.Star Sitter
“Tessa and Chet were amazing with Finn and Marge. It’s very apparent that she cared about the experience not only from Finn and Marge’s perspective but also from my perspective. She sent photos to let me know how it was going and communicated any questions she had. She has a huge heart for dogs and it shows. There were many signs throughout our long weekend away that the girls were getting lots of love while we were gone and one of the biggest signs was that they didn’t miss a beat after returning home.”
Sarah M.
“Sarah was amazing! She took such great care of our dog and was even flexible when our travel plans changed! Definitely recommend Sarah for boarding.”
Yesenia C.
“There aren't enough stars available to give Yesina. She was awesome. Stoney loved her. She was just what he needed. She was very kind, good, stearn and loving with Stoney. Stoney loved her friendly and playful dogs and became one of the pack. She gave him the training he needed and he responded wonderfully. I trusted her right away. She gave me great training tips to continue with Stoney at home. When I first met her I knew it would be a great relationship! Thanks Yesina (and your hubby too) for everything!”
Matthew D.
About: Aside from having my own personal dogs in home most of my life I have been volunteering working with and training rescues for 2 years now. Two hours in the Morning, two hours around lunch and all evenings are all free to care for the pets. Walks, fetch and training all available. If dogs are kid and animal friendly I will be able to give them lots of socialization in those environments plus lots of outdoor activity. Have experience working with dogs that don’t interact with other dogs very well.
Swagata H.
“Swagata is very good around pets, she absolutely loves animals! I have seen her taking care of cats, dogs, hamsters, birds and what not, and she has been very passionate always around them. She’s kind and gentle, and takes care of every pet like they are her own. So I will definitely vouch for her being a loving and caring pet sitter.”
Patricia K.
“Pat did a wonderful job with Ginger and Bogart while we were traveling in Chicago from Florida. It is great to know that when we travel we can always find a quality sitter like Pat for our fur babies.”
Christina G.
About: I have been watching my neighbors dogs for the past 17 years. I have experience with dogs of all sizes and ages. Since I am young and active, I can take your dog on walks and provide plenty of exercise throughout the day. Additionally, I can provide overnight sitting and ensure your house looks occupied. I am more than happy to bring in your mail/packages, water your plants, adjust the blinds, turn on and off lights, bring garbage cans to the curb (and back) for trash pick up. I have a cat of my own named Oliver so I also have years of experience with cat care! I can come check on your feline friend and will feed, refresh water, play, and clean the litter box as needed. I am very free during the summer. During the week I can stop by anytime during the day, as well as provide overnight care. I am also free most weekends. I understand it is hard to leave your furry friend so I really do go out of my way to put pet owner's at ease. I will consistently provide updates and photos so you know you are in good hands.
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Lake Bluff is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Lake Bluff dog boarding rates can be found as low as $32 to as high as $65 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 3,699 sitters provided dog boarding in Lake Bluff. 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, 90% of Lake Bluff dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Lake Bluff have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Lake Bluff.
Rover makes it easy to find Lake Bluff 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 3,699 dog boarding sitters in Lake Bluff on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Lake Bluff, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 87% 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.
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