Dog Boarding in Lakewood, IL
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“Our dog had a awesome stay. He was treated like a king, he had normal walks, and free roaming in backyard for potty breaks when needed. We recieved fun pictures every day when we were gone. Highly recommended.”
“Jessica was flexible and reliable. We felt very comfortable leaving Selah in her hands an we would definitely use her again. Selah seemed to love being with Jessica and her daughter. They even took her in the car for an outing which she loves.”
“Maisy liked being with Kathleen and John - She came home happy and bouncing and her very own self. Kathleen and John are a wonderful couple who loved and cared for our Maisy for the time that we were gone. They gave us the peace of mind not to have to worry about our little one.”
“Carolyn , was amazing with my puppy . It was my first time ever using the app and I felt comfortable leaving my puppy with her . She send me updates about my puppy and made him felt at home . ❤️”
“Michelle was the best sitter we could ever dreamed of ! She has an amazing personality and a huge heart for dogs. That was a first time we left our Jax with the sitter, and he came back as happy as he can be , and even a little spoiled 😊. Michelle is very knowledgeable and detailed oriented, and she always follows your home routine. She treats every dog like her own , and gives them a lot of attention. The best sitter ever!”
“Cannot say enough positive things. He took very good care of our dog, snowy, and treated her like his own. He is very good about providing updates and pictures. I wouldn’t hesitate to rebook.”
“You’re absolutely amazing!!! Ziva won’t go to anyone else at home or my friends. But after just a few minutes she has no problem with you at all. I trust her instincts-so you gotta be an amazing person!!!! She always has fun at your house and the pictures show it!!! Thank you so very much for taking such good care of my furbaby!!!!”
“My dog had a great stay with Karin! She was well taken care of and really loved it there. Karin took care of all her needs and sent up updates all the time. We will use Karin’s dog sitting services for our next vacation.”
About: I grew up on a farm, and ever since I was a little girl, I have always loved animals. I’m a grandma with plenty of free time, and I would love to welcome your dog into our family while you are away. Since my grandchildren visit, please let me know if your dog does not get along with kids. Currently, I have a Frenchie and a mini Schnauzer who is paralyzed. They love other dogs, but I do have baby gates to keep them separate if needed. Owning a paralyzed dog has taught me a lot over the past couple of years. If your pet requires any special care, i am more than happy to accommodate their needs. I am never gone for longer than couple hours at a time. I have a very open schedule so your pet with get lots of attention. I will welcome your pet into our family and treat them as if they were our own. Please share your dog’s daily routine, and I will follow it to ensure they feel at home. I understand how stressful it can be when an owner is away, so I’ll make sure to give your dog extra attention, exercise, and love to ease their anxiety and make their stay as enjoyable as possible. I have baby gates and can provide your dog with space away from kids and my dogs if needed. I will take your dog on walks and provide off-leash time in our backyard as well. If your pet requires medication, I am happy to administer it.
“I was thinking Casper may not want to come home, as it looked like he was having a good time and being spoiled. He was allowed on their sofa and on the bed (things he doesn't get to do at home, at least not while I'm in the room). Great experience and Emily has 2 boys that also gave Casper a lot of attention. I will definitely rebook again as needed.”
“Jill is an amazing and professional dog sitter! She picked up my dog right from my house and took wonderful care of him for an extended period of time. I felt completely at ease knowing he was in great hands. I highly recommend Jill to anyone looking for the best dog sitter!”
About: I have been a fur mama for 13 years, but have been taking care of animals since I was a kid. I love BOTH cats and dogs! I have two of each—along with a turtle, so I am not afraid of caring for aquatic animals. I have experience administering medication both orally and subdermally. So I am not afraid to do either. I would love to help take care of your baby in any way! I currently work Monday-Thursday. I am available all day Fridays and Sundays. And full days every other Saturday, because I work a half day every other. Can make some weeknights work, depending on the situation. I have a fully fenced in yard, so no need to worry about keeping your babies safe. Backyard comes with two super friendly dogs who love playtime with friends!
“Dorene and her son Noah were awesome with my golden retriever Charlie. It was so comforting to leave him with caring “dog” people rather than a boarding kennel. I could tell when I picked Charlie up how he had bonded with both of them. I will definitely use Doreen for Charlie in the future.”
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June & Wade C.Star Sitter
“Our dog had a awesome stay. He was treated like a king, he had normal walks, and free roaming in backyard for potty breaks when needed. We recieved fun pictures every day when we were gone. Highly recommended.”
Barb K.Star Sitter
“Barb was great! Our dog fit right in with her family and felt at home. Communication was excellent too and we got frequent pictures of our dog.”
Jessica V.Star Sitter
“Jessica was flexible and reliable. We felt very comfortable leaving Selah in her hands an we would definitely use her again. Selah seemed to love being with Jessica and her daughter. They even took her in the car for an outing which she loves.”
Kathleen & John N.
“Maisy liked being with Kathleen and John - She came home happy and bouncing and her very own self. Kathleen and John are a wonderful couple who loved and cared for our Maisy for the time that we were gone. They gave us the peace of mind not to have to worry about our little one.”
Carolyn G.Star Sitter
“Carolyn , was amazing with my puppy . It was my first time ever using the app and I felt comfortable leaving my puppy with her . She send me updates about my puppy and made him felt at home . ❤️”
Michele C.
“Michelle was the best sitter we could ever dreamed of ! She has an amazing personality and a huge heart for dogs. That was a first time we left our Jax with the sitter, and he came back as happy as he can be , and even a little spoiled 😊. Michelle is very knowledgeable and detailed oriented, and she always follows your home routine. She treats every dog like her own , and gives them a lot of attention. The best sitter ever!”
Tony G.
“Cannot say enough positive things. He took very good care of our dog, snowy, and treated her like his own. He is very good about providing updates and pictures. I wouldn’t hesitate to rebook.”
Cheryl B.Star Sitter
“Cheryl is just Wonderful ….Best part is the daily updates & pictures . Bella had an awesome stay . Thank you so much. For taking care of my new baby🤗🤗”
Victoria G.
“Victoria cared wonderfully for my pet. My dog had a happy place to stay and explore in the backyard. She also sent regular updates and videos, which I was looking fwd to.”
Derek G.Star Sitter
“Derek and his family were wonderful! We received lots of updates and pictures throughout the week. We would highly recommend and will be rebooking.”
Victoria K.Star Sitter
“Duke had a great time again over at Victoria's playing with Monty. Victoria has great communication for updates and is very flexible with scheduling.”
Kathleen B.Star Sitter
“You’re absolutely amazing!!! Ziva won’t go to anyone else at home or my friends. But after just a few minutes she has no problem with you at all. I trust her instincts-so you gotta be an amazing person!!!! She always has fun at your house and the pictures show it!!! Thank you so very much for taking such good care of my furbaby!!!!”
Karin B.
“My dog had a great stay with Karin! She was well taken care of and really loved it there. Karin took care of all her needs and sent up updates all the time. We will use Karin’s dog sitting services for our next vacation.”
Marta M.
“I have two working breed dogs and we do not trust just anyone to watch them. Every time we travel Marta has done a wonderful job making sure they are safe and well taken care of.”
Emily F.
“I was thinking Casper may not want to come home, as it looked like he was having a good time and being spoiled. He was allowed on their sofa and on the bed (things he doesn't get to do at home, at least not while I'm in the room). Great experience and Emily has 2 boys that also gave Casper a lot of attention. I will definitely rebook again as needed.”
Lyndsey T.
“Cleo had a great time at Lyndsey’s. She was well cared for and came home happy! 🐶😃”
Jill N.
“Jill is an amazing and professional dog sitter! She picked up my dog right from my house and took wonderful care of him for an extended period of time. I felt completely at ease knowing he was in great hands. I highly recommend Jill to anyone looking for the best dog sitter!”
Ashley K.
“Ashley is an outstanding pet mom to dogs and cats! She is loving and bonds with annimals easily. She is responsible and caring and you can count on her to take wonderful care of your pet. I have many,many times!”
Dorene P.Star Sitter
“Dorene and her son Noah were awesome with my golden retriever Charlie. It was so comforting to leave him with caring “dog” people rather than a boarding kennel. I could tell when I picked Charlie up how he had bonded with both of them. I will definitely use Doreen for Charlie in the future.”
Melynda E.
“Louie had a wonderful time with melynda and her family. She sent updates and pics so I felt comfortable with where he was for the weekend. I highly recommend her!”
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As of Aug 2025, 807 sitters provided dog boarding in Lakewood. 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, 93% of Lakewood dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Lakewood have an average of 19 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 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 Lakewood.
Rover makes it easy to find Lakewood 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 807 dog boarding sitters in Lakewood on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Lakewood, 92% of sitters offer daily exercise, 99% offer medication administration, and 93% 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.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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