Pet Boarding Lake Forest
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“Svitlana took a great care of my tiny feather baby. She did everything per instructions including medications. She sent me a picture or video every day. My dog returned to me happy and healthy.”
“I was so very happy that I selected Veronique to care for my pup during my long 12 day vacation. Veronique truly exceeded my expectations by caring for my puppy just like she was one of the family, by sending me photos and videos of their walks in the park and by the beach, and by calming her during rain storms. I feel that Veronique is a dog whisperer. She also bathed my dog and clipped her nails beautifully. Seeing the videos, I joyfully felt that my pup was having more fun than me. I highly recommend Veronique to sit for any type of dogs as she has years of experience, a high level of canine knowledge, and her house is warm and safe, and set up with a large fenced yard and secure features. I will be using her services again in the future.”
“D'Artagnan is great! First time leaving my dog Zena with someone else. He made me feel comfortable and confident in leaving my pup with him. Zena was nervous at first with the larger dog. She was trying to hide or would run to the door but when I picked up Zena the next day she didn't want to leave which is the best sign for you to know if went well. D'Artagnan will be my go to when friends and family are not available. Best price and flexible! Especially when you are not fully sure of your travel plans which I appreciate both greatly. Thank you!”
“I’d like to share my experience with Christina, who recently cared for my dog, Moxy. Right before the boarding, Moxy had an injury, and I was a bit nervous about leaving her. But Christina was incredibly understanding and attentive from the start. She went above and beyond to make sure Moxy was comfortable and well taken care of. Christina kept me updated throughout the stay with messages and photos, which really helped ease my mind. She made sure Moxy was fed properly and gave her the extra attention she needed during recovery. Despite the circumstances, Moxy was happy and relaxed with Christina — I could tell she felt safe and cared for. I’m truly grateful for the compassionate and professional service Christina provided and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and loving dog sitter.”
“This was our first time leaving our two dogs with Jacob and Murphy and we couldn’t be happier! Jacob’s communication is always super fast and the photos he sent daily are hilarious. They even got to attend a dog birthday party while they were there, so they were able to make lots of new people friends and dog friends that afternoon. It gave us great peace of mind to know they were happy and safe and living their best lives while we were on vacation. A++ Thank you Jacob!!”
“Kent is really great with my dog and great at communicating. I am so happy I found such a great sitter for my dog. He is the best. Jager has made a new friend.”
“Elisa is charming and knows about caring for older and smaller dogs. She immediately understood what my very old mini dachshund needs, and was patient and gentle. Elisa is equally great with people - very likable and trustworthy.”
“I am very happy with Yessica care of Oreo. She provided daily updates with pictures of my fur baby. Her family treated Oreo like a member of their precious family. I will be using her services again.”
“Katerina provided terrific TLC to our senior dog. She has her own sweet older dog and they got along great. It is a quiet, peaceful, and comfy home and we would not hesitate to bring our pup there again next time we need a dog sitter.”
“We left our dog with Bob for 7 nights while on vacation and didn’t worry once. Bob sent daily videos and was very responsive and accommodating from the moment we booked him. A few days before our trip Bob worked with us to schedule a time to bring our dog by to meet him and for us to see his set up. Once we saw Bob interact with our dog and ty either dogs that were there we were confident that we made the right decision. I would highly recommend Bob to anyone and we will certainly book him again.”
About: Hola Soy Yuliet cuidador de mascotas apasionado y responsable. He crecido rodeado de animales y tengo una conexión especial con ellos. Mi hogar siempre está abierto para los peludos que necesiten un lugar seguro y divertido donde quedarse.mi compromiso es seguir las instrucciones que me des para mantener la rutina de tu mascota asegurándome que los peluditos reciban mucho amor y atención. Si prefieres que tu mascota se quede en su propio hogar, puedo hacer visitas diarias para alimentarlo y jugar con él. No dudes en contactarme para tener la satisfacción de compartir un rato con tu mascota. Actualmente trabajo pero también tengo disponibilidad en semana y fines de semana para cuidar de tu mascota, puedo ir hasta tu casa pasearlos y compartir un rato agradable con ellos. En mi casa hay un peludito y un Michi que son una ternurita, y también un espacio agradable y zona de jardín para brindarle estadía a tu mascota.
“Cynthia is the best in the business, I can rest easy on my vacations knowing my dog is safe and having a blast on her watch. She’s always my first call for a sitter in Evanston!”
“Janette and Charles are the greatest. We were anxious about leaving our dog with a new sitter while on vacation for a week, but based on the daily photos and videos they shared with us, our dog Stevie had a terrific time. Stevie enjoyed playing in their huge fenced in yard with other dogs and snoozing on the couch after running around all day. Janette and Charles took great care of our fur baby and we will be sure to book with them again soon.”
“Scott was an amazing dog sitter! He sent us photos and videos, which gave us great peace of mind while we were away. Our dog, Tany, ate well, looked happy, and had so much fun during the stay. It was clear that Scott took wonderful care of Tany. Thank you for giving our dog such a fun and loving experience. We truly appreciate everything and would definitely book with you again!”
“Jenny is amazing. Our 5 month old puppy had a great time during the overnight boarding. Jenny made sure our puppy was entertained and well rested. We definitely will recommend Jenny to our friends and family. Our puppy will be enjoying more stays with Jenny in the future. Thanks Jenny.”
“Eileen was beyond amazing, she took very good care of our Reese pup. She updated us almost instantly with how he was. I loved that she sent pictures the entire stay and left messages on everything he did. She went above and beyond! Thanks Eileen!”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Lake Forest is $50
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The average cost of Pet Boarding in Lake Forest is $47 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $40 and $61 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
There are 4,884 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Lake Forest. About 90% of Lake Forest sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
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 casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
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.
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in IL ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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