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Sitter Profile Image: steve O.
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steve O.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
8 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Lake Forest, IL, 60045

Steve is wonderful!! He really went above and beyond for us. He was attentive and caring with my animals, on time, thorough and communicative. I felt so much peace of mind knowing that he was taking care of them. I will absolutely book him any time I need help with my pets. I can’t recommend him enough!!! Thank you Steve!

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Lindsay K.
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Beth E.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
123 reviews
29 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Lake Forest, IL, 60045

Beth is so wonderful with my cats. They are so happy when she comes! I really appreciate how reliable she is and completely trust her caring for them. I highly recommend Beth. Thank you!

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Melissa H.
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Julia K.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
2 years of experience
Lake Forest, IL, 60045

Julia is a very caring person who did an outstanding job looking after Blu while we were away I plan on continuing to use her great services!

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Chloe G.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
27 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Highland Park, IL, 60035

Chloe was incredible! We received updates and photos. She was attentive and trustworthy. Our home was exactly as we left it. Highly recommend!

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Danielle W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
91 reviews
24 repeat clients
14 years of experience
North Chicago, IL, 60088

Danielle was wonderful taking care of our cats. She took time to know and to give attention to each of them. She is amazing, and we will definitely book with her again 😊

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Nicholas W.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Lake Forest, IL, 60045

Nick is awesome, cares so well for the cats and is fully recommend him.

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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
59 reviews
23 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Lake Forest, IL, 60045

Tara took my appointment late the night before a morning booking. She had great communication, was on time and so friendly. Thanks a bunch!

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Diana T.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
15 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lake Forest, IL, 60045

Diana was wonderful with our two playful kitties over the holidays! She was always on time, was very communicative, and had great attention to detail. Most of all, I can tell she really cares for animals. I highly recommend her and would love to have her watch our kitties anytime!

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Ling C.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
3 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Vernon Hills, IL, 60061

Ling is wonderful with my rescue bull terrier, Sally, who is learning the ropes of leash walking & behaving. She has been very patient & calm with Sally.

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Geraldine B.
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$18
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15 years of experience
Lake Forest, IL, 60045

About: + 15 Years of Pet ownership: Two dogs and one cat with different personalities. + Daily dog walking expierence: comfortable walking dogs multiple times a day. + Strong understanding of pet behavior: Experienced in managing pets with varying temperaments. + Reliable and responsible: Deicated to ensuring pets are happy, healthy, and safe. + Genuine love for animals: Enjoy spending time with dogs and cats. +Experience in administering medications-especially eye drops and eye gels + Experience with puppies and senior dogs Anything works after 6PM Monday through Friday. Satuday available after noon. Sundays open. If you would like to request a time outside of this please let me know and will try to work around my schedule. General Trust & Home Care: I treat your home with the utmost respect. I ensure all doors are locked and security systems are reset before I leave. You will receive a detailed update after every visit, including photos and a confirmation that your pet is fed, and safe. +When walking your dog, safety is my absolute priority. I perform a 'gear check' before we leave the house to ensure collars and leashes are secure. I stick to familiar, safe routes and am always mindful of the environment—keeping an eye out for other dogs, traffic, or unsafe debris on the sidewalk. I am also happy to follow any specific training commands you use to keep your dog's routine consistent. +For cat visits, I focus on maintaining a low-stress environment. I am extremely careful when entering and exiting to ensure your cat doesn't slip out the door. I respect their space, letting them approach me at their own pace. If your cat requires a special diet or medication, I double-check instructions to ensure feedings are administered exactly as requested.

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Swagata H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
8 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Waukegan, IL, 60085

We had a really great experience with our Rover sitter! They took great care of our dog Opal and our cat Azula while we were away. Communication was easy, we appreciated the updates, and it was nice knowing both pets were in good hands. Opal and Azula seemed happy and well cared for when we got back. We’d definitely book with them again!

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Jenna B.
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$17
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16 years of experience
Lake Forest, IL, 60045

About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 5 years old. I have experience with dogs ranging from 6 pounds to 102 pounds. I have taken care of sick dogs as well as large dogs that have trouble walking. I genuinely love and care for every dog I encounter. I have availability throughout the week from the morning to the afternoon (Mon-fri). I am happy to do up to 5 walks a day. I cannot work weekends. I’m very aware when opening a door to not let the dogs escape. I understand that some dogs don’t enjoy their crate and have learned tricks to getting them to enter. I keep a strong grip on the leash in case of a squirrel encounter.

Sitter Profile Image: Christina G.
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Christina G.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Lake Forest, IL, 60045

Christina was amazing! She treated sully like her own. We will definitely be using her in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Erin R.
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Erin R.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Highland Park, IL, 60035

Erin did a terrific job. Great communication. I would hire her again.

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Kristine S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
45 years of experience
Lake Bluff, IL, 60044

About: I have had pets since I was 1 years old - whatever my parents let me get away with (dog, cats, fish, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs). As an adult I continue to own cats and dogs and currently own 2 cats. I will treat your pet as a member of my family while in my care. I nursed my cat to health from losing a kidney and he lived till he was 17yo. I nursed my geriatric dog with eye disease, arthritis until he was 14.5yo. I am more experienced with adult and geriatric pets than babies but welcome all. I am seeking supplemental income due to healthcare expenses. I'm also healing from CIRS/Lyme and need a walking partner to improve my health! My schedule is flexible although I do often have evening commitments with my son and his activities. My yard is large and fenced in. I live next to several walking trails and have a quiet neighborhood. I live close to a dog park and dog beach. I am familiar with crate training and administering medications.

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Shannon Q.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Lake Forest, IL, 60045

Shannon did a great job taking care of our dog, Lucy!! It was our first time using Rover and I’m very glad it went so well. Shannon took her for lots of long walks and kept me updated on Lucy’s eating and bathroom habits. Would definitely recommend her and book again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Laura C.
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Laura C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
North Chicago, IL, 60064

About: I’ve grown up with a taken care of dogs my entire life. We have a lively and loving home full of two children and our 1.5 year old dog. I will make sure your dog is fed, played with, walked and loved on constantly. I am currently a med student, so I have classes from 8 am until about 2 pm and then I’m available to be home studying and taking breaks to walk and love on your pet. We have an apartment so no fenced yards here unfortunately. But we have walking trails around the complex and I would love to walk your pet around there. I have two children (2 and 7) who are ultimate animal lovers too. I have a 1.5 year old dog who loves all animals. She is very high energy but extremely sweet and non aggressive.

Sitter Profile Image: Sydney S.
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Sydney S.
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$10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Lake forest, IL, 60045

Sydney took great care of my cat. She sent regular photo updates. She gave Pip plenty of attention during visits and Pip even posed with her for a selfie. Pip never does selfies. When I got home, my cat was happy and calm. I will absolutely hire Sydney again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Halie W.
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Halie W.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
North Chicago, IL, 60088

About: I have a degree in animal behavior and I’m at home all day long so I am able to provide constant care and attention as well as administer any medication/meet any feeding requirements. Stay at home mom so I am able to give the best care whenever they require/want it! Goes on frequent walks and to dog park daily I have a fenced in patio and baby gates in house as well as my dogs are kennel trained if any dogs need to eat separately and to provide good one on one time

Sitter Profile Image: Anna N.
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Anna N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Vernon Hills, IL, 60061

Anna was just wonderful! She came for drop-in visits and looked after my dog and cat while we were gone for 8 days. I looked forward to seeing the photos of my sweet dog on his walks and I couldn’t believe my extremely shy cat made appearances for photos, too! We were relaxed on our vacation knowing our pets were well looked after. Thank you so very much, Anna!

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The median cost per visit for cat sitting in Lake Forest is $21

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Danielle does a great job taking care of our cats! She is timely, provides updates and takes lots of pictures. We would recommend her to anyone looking for someone to watch their pets

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Ryan F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Beth is a seasoned cat person who immediately earned my cat’s trust. So thankful that we found Beth, please schedule her today!! 🐾💖

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Anna A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Julia was an amazing cat sitter! She took care of our 2 fifteen year old cats for 2 weeks and we could not have asked for anyone better. She provided us with lots of pictures and detailed trip notes which always gave us peace of mind while away. I would definitely book Julia again.

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Monica F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Tiffany was fantastic! She followed our instructions, sent adorable pics, was super helpful, and was also very kind. We came home to happy and healthy cats!

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Lauren S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sydney took great care of my cat. She sent regular photo updates. She gave Pip plenty of attention during visits and Pip even posed with her for a selfie. Pip never does selfies. When I got home, my cat was happy and calm. I will absolutely hire Sydney again.

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Judith K.
Drop-In Visits
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Sitters in Lake Forest average 7
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The average cost for Cat Sitting in Lake Forest on Rover is $21.09 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Cat Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Cat Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 5,316 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across Lake Forest. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.

House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your cat, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Lake Forest. On Rover:

  • 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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